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    Copyright©2006 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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    detailed information is given in this user guide. Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death. G Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to explode. G Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
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    Important Safety Precautions G Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a bathroom. G Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. This could cause a fire. G Do not drop
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    shock or fire. G Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers. G Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate
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    1.3 My Music 35 1.4 My Sounds 38 2. Get PIX & FLIX 38 2.1 Get V CAST Video 39 2.2 Get New PIX 40 2.3 My PIX 41 2.4 My FLIX 41 The user guide gives navigation instructions according to the default "Rock'n Roll" theme in the Display Settings menu. If other themes are set, navigating the
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    73 3.2 Call Sounds 73 3.2.1 Call Ringtone 73 3.2.2 Call Vibrate 74 3.3 Alert Sounds 74 3.4 Keypad Volume 74 3.5 Earpiece Volume 74 3.6 Service Alerts 74 3.7 Power On/Off Sound 75 4. Display Settings 75 4.1 Banner 76 4.1.1 Personal 76 4.1.2 ERI Banner 76 4.2 Backlight 76 4.3 Wallpaper
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    77 4.5 Sidekey Guide 77 4.6 Dial Fonts 78 4.7 Clock Format 78 5. Phone Settings 78 5.1 87 7.2 Unlock Options 87 8. Bluetooth 87 8.1 Add New Device 88 Power 90 My Phone Name 90 Discovery 98 Charger and Adapter Safety . . . . . .98 Battery Information and Care . . . . .98 Explosion, Shock,
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    of such marks by LG Electronics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Important Information This user's guide provides important information on the use and operation of your phone. Please read this guide carefully prior to using the phone to be able
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    Chocolate is an all digital phone that operates on both Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: Cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication Services battery life is twice as long as IS-95. High-speed data transmission is also possible. EV-DO system is optimized for data service
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    MAS-BS PCSC-RS Intersystem Operations Non-signaling Data Comm. Service TIA/EIA/IS-96-B TIA/EIA/IS-637 TIA/EIA/IS-657 IS -801 TIA/EIA/IS-707-A Speech CODEC Short Message Service Packet Data Position Determination Service (gpsOne) High Speed Packet Data 1x EV-DO Related interface
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    metallic components should not be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distance between the user's body and the back of the phone and have not been tested for compliance with FCC RF exposure limits. Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna (Optional, if available.) To
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    phone to the battery phone (from standby mode press and hold for 20 about 3 seconds). 19. Music Shortcut Key Activates Music Player. Enjoy sweet music from your 21 Chocolate! 20. MicroSD™ Slot Accommodates optional microSD cards. Supports up to 2GB. 21. Touch Keypad G indicates shortcut guides
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    / Cable connector and Earjack MicroSD™ Slot Right side view Battery latch Press this key to remove the battery. Installing the Battery Insert the top of the battery into the opening on the back of the phone, then push the battery down until the latch clicks. Camera Key Music Key G Activates
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    adjusted to your preference. See page 87 for instructions on how to change your settings. 5. When both the home screen and touch key lights are off, touch Status When Using the Phone'.) 7. Since touch keys work based on the touch of a finger, you may have trouble using them if the phone is in a case
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    disable Touch Protection when the slide is closed, press Side Key. G After disabling Touch Protection the phone expects you to use the touch keys. If you don't, the phone will automatically enable Touch Protection again. 2. During calls G During calls, regardless of slide position, Touch Protection
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    MY MUSIC 1. All Songs 2. Playlists 3. Artists 4. Genres 5. Albums 6. Settings 7. Get V CAST Music 8. Sync Music G The same menu with Get It Now -> Get Tunes & Tones -> My Music. GET IT NOW 1. Get Tunes & Tones 1. Get New Ringtones 2. My Ringtones 3. My Music 4. My Sounds 2. Get PIX & FLIX 1. Get V
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    Volume 5. Earpiece Volume 6. Service Alerts 6.1. ERI 6.2. Unlock Options 8. Bluetooth 1. Add New Device 9. Memory 1. Save Options 2. Phone Memory 3. Card Memory 0. Phone Info 1. My Number 2. SW Version 3. Icon Glossary Some content in this user guide may differ from your phone depending on the phone
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    Started with Your Phone Removing the Battery Move the battery latch to left side and lift the battery from the battery compartment. Charging the Battery Warning! Use only the charger provided with the Chocolate phone. Using any other charger could damage your phone or battery. 1. Attach the charger
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    If you're having problems with signal quality, move to an open area or, when inside a building, try moving near a window. Turning the Phone On and Off Turning the Phone On 1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to an external power source. 2. Press until the LCD screen lights up. Turning
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    twice, then touch . G If the slide is open and the touch keys are lit, touch . NOTE If you touch Left Soft Key [Quiet] while the phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted for that call. NOTE If you touch Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the
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    & Digital. Music Only. Digital Only. 1X Only. EVDO & 1X. Standalone Mode. Battery Strength. Indicates battery charge level. In Call State. * No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode. Data Session. No Service indicator. The phone is not receiving a system signal. Roaming indicator. The
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    . NOTE Until you change it, the lock code/password is the last 4 digits of your phone number. To quickly lock your phone press for three seconds. To cancel, touch Right Soft Key [Unlock] and enter the password. Mute Function The Mute Function prevents the transmission of your voice to the caller
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    Commands can also be started with the designated key on your Bluetooth® device. Please check the manual of the Bluetooth® device for further instructions. Speed Dialing Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily with a few keystrokes. Speed Dial number 1 is set to call your
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    Entering and Editing Information Text Input The following key functions are available to help with text entry: Left Soft Key: Touch to change text input mode. Shift: Press to change case (initial cap, caps lock, lowercase). Next: Press to display other matching words in the database. Space: Press
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    (Multi-tap) Text Input Type text pressing keys multiple times for words not in the phone's database. 1. Touch Left Soft Key to change to Abc mode. 2. Press to change to ABC Caps Lock. 3. Press . LG is displayed. 123 (Numbers) Text Input Type numbers pressing each key only once. 1. Touch Left
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    Adding Words to the Word Database If a word is not in the Word database, add it using Abc (Multi-tap) mode text entry. 1. Touch Left Soft Key to change to Abc (multitap) mode. 2. Press . Bop is displayed. 3. Touch Left Soft Key to change to Word mode to add the word Bop to the Word database.
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    you to organize your Contacts into groups. Picture Sets a picture to display to identify the caller when they call your phone. Ringtone Sets the phone to play a specific ringtone when the Contact calls your phone. TXT Msg Alert Sets the phone to play a specific ringtone when a message arrives. 26
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    to set up your Speed Dials. 1. Touch Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use to select an entry. 2. Touch Left Soft Key [Edit]. 3. Use to select a phone number, then touch Right Soft Key [Options]. 4. Use to select Set Speed Dial, then touch . 5. Enter a Speed Dial digit. G Use the keypad, then touch
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    1 / Home / Work / Mobile 2 / Fax, then touch . 5. Press to save. From the Contact List Screen 1. Touch Right Soft Key [Contacts]. 2. Use to select an entry, then touch Left Soft Key [Edit]. 3. Use to select the phone number field to add, then enter the number and press to save. Changing Saved
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    . Another number can be saved as the Default Number. 1. Access Contacts, select an entry, then touch Left Soft Key [Edit]. 2. Use to highlight the phone number you want to make the Default Number, then touch Right Soft Key [Options]. 3. Use . to highlight Set As Default, then touch 4. Touch to
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    Contacts in Your Phone's Memory Searching Your Phone's Memory The Chocolate phone is able to perform a dynamic search of the contents in your phone's memory and display them in ascending order. Search by scrolling alphabetically or by letter. Scrolling through Your Contacts 1. Touch Right Soft Key
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    your Contacts before using this feature. NOTE Speed Dial 1 is for Voicemail. Speed Dials From 1 to 9 Press and hold the Speed Dial digit. Your phone recalls the phone number from your Contacts, displays it briefly, and then dials it. Speed Dials From 10 to 99 Press the first Speed Dial digit, then
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    Six menu items are displayed in a circle in the center of the screen. 2. Use to scroll through the list of menus. After you phone. GET IT NOW is a technology and service that allows you to download and use applications on your phone. With GET IT NOW, it's quick and easy to personalize your phone
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    or sounds anytime. 2. Get PIX & FLIX: View your digital pictures and video right on your wireless phone. Take and trade pictures with your friends instantly. 3. Get Fun & Games: Turn your phone into a handheld arcade with exciting and challenging games like Tetris, EverQuest® and EA SPORTSTM Tiger
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    GET IT NOW status. Use the Help option to view information from buying new applications to expired applications. 1. Get Tunes & Tones Personalize your phone with ringtones. A wide variety of choices are available to choose from current hits, pop, hip-hop, and more. Access and Options 1. Touch [MENU
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    Message / PIX-FLIX Msg / Voicemail Msg 3. Select Get New Ringtones on the top of the screen if you want to download other ringtones. 1.3 My Music Allows you to store and to listen to music right from your Chocolate phone. Connect to V CAST to download a variety of music, transfer music between your
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    V CAST Music: Connect to V CAST Music, download music and listen to it. Sync Music: Download music from your PC to your phone using Windows Media Player 10. You can also delete music stored in your phone. All Songs, Playlists, Artists, Genres, and Albums Allows you to view the music stored in your
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    . Simply use the keypad to enter letters or whole words. Sync Music Allows you to synchronize the music on your Chocolate and your PC. 1. Connect your phone to your PC (refer to the user guide that came with the optional USB cable). 2. Access My Music, then press synchronization. to begin 37
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    / Move / Lock / Erase / Erase All / Sound Info 2. Get PIX & FLIX View, take, and trade your digital pictures and video right from your wireless phone. Shortcut Touching is a hot key to GET PIX & FLIX. Access and Options 1. Touch [MENU]. 2. Touch once and . 3. Press Get PIX & FLIX. 4. Select
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    3. Select Yes to accept charges, touch and the Video Clip will initiate downloading of video. 4. Once video is downloaded a message will appear on your phone, "Download Complete. Play video now?". 5. Select Yes and touch to view video. 6. The Video clip will be automatically saved in My Clips and
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    are downloadable. Only videos that have the option to save can be downloaded. Additional charges for each video clip viewed may apply. Video Clips service is not available in all areas. Check www.verizonwireless.com/getitnow website for details. Deleting Video Clips 1. Select My FLIX and touch
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    Set As Rename Wallpaper / Picture ID Renames selected PIX. Lock/Unlock Locks the selected PIX. Key icon on the image lets you touch [VIEW]. 2.4 My FLIX Allows you to view Videos stored in the phone. 1. Press [MENU], , , , . 2. Select your desired Video with : Shows the full screen. G : Stop 41
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    to customize. Resolution 1280X960 / 640X480 / 320X240 / 176X144 / 160X120 Self Timer 3 seconds / 5 seconds / 10 seconds Brightness EV -9 to +9 White Balance Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent Shutter Sound Shutter / Silent / Say "Cheeze" / Ready! 123 Color Effects Normal / Sepia
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    lens. 3. Press the Side Camera Key ( ). 4. The picture is saved to your phone. GET IT NOW G Take FLIX 1. In standby mode with the slide open, press the Side re finished. 3. Touch Left Soft Key [Save] to save your FLIX to your phone, or touch Right Soft Key [Erase]. You could also touch [SEND] to
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    to customize. Brightness EV -9 to +9 White Balance Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Tungsten the software you want from the list displayed on the screen. 1. Press [MENU], , , . 2. Touch [Get service provider. For specific information on Get News & Info access through your phone, contact your service
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    on the options or the links using the Soft Keys just below the display screen. G Text or numbers You can select the items by moving the cursor and Scrolling Touch and hold to quickly move the cursor up and down on the current screen. Scrolling by Page Press the Side Keys to move up and down a page
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    from the Browser if the site you are using supports the feature (the phone number may be highlighted and Left Soft Key appears as Select). The browser connection is terminated when you initiate the call. After you end the call, your phone returns to the screen from which you initiated the call. 46
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    5. Get Going Everything you need to know while you're on the go. 1. Press [MENU], , , . 2. Touch [Get New App.]. 6. Get Extras 1. Press [MENU], , , . 2. Touch [Get New App.]. 47
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    friends with AOL® Instant Messenger™, MSN® Messenger and Yahoo® Messenger. 8. Chat: Chat with Internet Messenger users. Text messages, PIX messages, and the Voicemail box become available as soon as the phone is powered on. G Check types of messages by touching Left Soft Key [Message]. G Make a call
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    to available characters per message may exist. Please check with your service provider for system features and capabilities. New Message Alert There are two ways your phone alerts you to new messages. 1. The phone displays a message on the screen. 2. The message icon ( ) is displayed on the display
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    Right Soft Key [Add]. 3. Select the option(s) to customize. From Contacts You can enter phone numbers stored in Contacts. Recent Calls Select from recently dialed phone numbers. Group You can enter phone numbers saved as Group in Contacts. To Contacts Stores the entered address to Contacts
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    can designate an entry saved in your Contacts as the address instead of manually entering the destination. 1. Touch Left Soft Key , press , . 2. of Sending a Message 1. Touch Left Soft Key , , . 2. Enter the cellular phone number or email address of the recipient. 3. Touch . 4. Type your message.
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    Touch Right Soft Key [Add]. 3. Select the option(s) to customize. From Contacts Enter phone numbers stored in Contacts. Groups Enter phone numbers saved as Group in Contacts. Recent Calls Select from recently dialed phone numbers. To PIX Place Message is sent to PIX Place. To Contacts Stores
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    4. Complete and then send or save the message. MESSAGING 1.3 FLIX Msg The Basics of Sending a Message 1. Touch Left Soft Key , , . 2. Enter the cellular phone number or email address of the recipient. 3. Touch . 4. Type your message. 5. Press to FLIX and then Left Soft Key for My FLIX. G Touch Left
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    Touch Right Soft Key [Add]. 3. Select the option(s) to customize. From Contacts Enter phone numbers stored in Contacts. Groups Enter phone numbers saved as Group in Contacts. Recent Calls Select from recently dialed phone numbers. To PIX Place Message is sent to PIX Place. To Contacts Stores
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    / Priority Level / Cancel Msg 4. Complete and then send or save the message. MESSAGING 2. Inbox The phone alerts you in 3 ways when you receive a new message: G By displaying a message notification on the screen. G By sounding a beep or vibration, if set. G By blinking (only when you get a high
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    ]. Reply Replies to the sender's address of the received message. Forward Forwards a received message to other destination address(es). Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocks the selected message. Locked messages cannot be deleted by the Erase Inbox and Erase All functions. Add To Contacts Stores the
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    Key [Options]. Forward Forwards a sent message to other destination address(es). Resend Allows you to retransmit the selected message. Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocks the selected message. Locked messages cannot be deleted by the Erase Sent and Erase All functions. Add To Contacts Stores the
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    Touch Right Soft Key [Options]. Send Sends the selected message. Lock/Unlock Locked messages cannot be deleted by the Erase Drafts and Erase All old messages are overwritten. When you have a new voice message, your phone will alert you. Checking Your Voicemail Box 1. Press Left Soft Key [Message
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    at any time. 1. Press Left Soft Key [Message], . G Select from the options by touching . 8. Chat Allows you to chat with Internet Messenger users. 1. Press Left Soft Key [Message], . G Launch Browser. MESSAGING MSG Settings Allows you to configure settings for your messages. 1. Touch Left Soft
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    add text phrases. These text strings allow you to reduce manual text input into messages. 4. Voicemail # Allows you to manually enter the access number for Voicemail Service. This number should be only used when a VMS (Voicemail Service) access number is not provided from the network. 5. Entry Mode
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    TXT Msg 1. Auto View Allows you to directly display the content when receiving a message. 2. Auto Play Allows the display to automatically scroll down while viewing messages. 3. Name Card Allows you to insert a name card to automatically send with your messages. PIX-FLIX Msg 1. Auto Receive Allows
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    want to add a number to an existing Contact, edit the Contact entry instead. 1. Press [MENU], 3 times, , . 2. Enter the name and touch . 3. Use to select the phone number type. 4. Enter the number and touch . NOTE For more detailed information, see page 26. 62
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    2. Contact List Allows you to view your Contacts List. 1. Press [MENU], 3 times, , . 2. Touch to scroll through your Contacts alphabetically. G Touch Right Soft Key [Options] to select one of the following: New Contact / Erase / Send TXT Msg / Send PIX Msg / Send FLIX Msg / Call / Erase All G Touch
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    Press Yes. A confirmation message is displayed. 5. My Name Card Allows you to view all of your personal Contact information including name, phone numbers, and email address. 1. Press [MENU], 3 times, , . 2. Touch [EDIT]. 3. Use to highlight the information you want to enter, enter the information
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    CALLS The RECENT CALLS Menu is a list of the last phone numbers or Contact entries for calls you placed, answered, . G Touch Right Soft Key [Options] to select: Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / View Timers G Touch Left Soft Key [Message] to select: TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg 65
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    entry, then G Touch to view the entry. G Touch to place a call to the number. G Touch Right Soft Key [Options] to select: Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / View Timers G Touch Left Soft Key [Message] to select: TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg 3. Dialed Allows you to view the list of
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    , then G Touch to view the entry. G Touch to place a call to the number. G Touch Right Soft Key [Options] to select: Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / View Timers G Touch Left Soft Key [Message] to select: TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg RECENT CALLS 5. View Timers Allows you to view
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    Info 1. My Account Connects to the operator's server and you can get your account's information. 2. Tools Your phone tools include Voice Commands, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad, Calculator, and Ez Tip Calc. Access and Options 1. Touch [MENU]. 2. Touch once and to select [
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    Msg to Say "Send message" and respond to the Voice Command prompts (including type, Contact name, number, or group in turn). The phone will automatically start a message based on what you say. The process is more direct if you use complete sentences. The only symbols you need to
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    "Check" command allows you to check out a wide range of items from messages and Voicemail to phone status and volume levels. For example, "Check phone status" prompts the phone to tell you your battery strength, signal strength, and more. 2.1.5 Lookup You can look up names in your Contacts
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    agenda convenient and easy to access. Simply store your appointments and your phone will alert you with a reminder you set. 1. Touch to access to set one of four alarms. At the alarm time, Alarm will be displayed on the LCD screen and the alarm will sound. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to
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    SETTINGS & TOOLS 2.4 World Clock Allows you to determine the current time in another time zone or country by navigating with the left or right navigation keys. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . NOTE With Left Soft Key saving time. [Set DST], set to daylight 2. Touch Right Soft Key [Cities] and you
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    Settings Provides options to customize the phone's sounds. Access and Options 1. Touch [MENU]. 2. Touch once and to select [SETTINGS & TOOLS]. 3. Press Sounds Settings. 4. Select a submenu. Master Volume, Call Sounds, Alert Sounds, Keypad Volume, Earpiece Volume, Service Alerts, and Power On/Off
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    to 3.5 Earpiece Volume Allows you to set the earpiece volume. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Adjust the volume with save the setting. then touch to 3.6 Service Alerts Allows you to set any of the four Alert options to either On or Off. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Select an alert option
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    battery is fully charged. 3. Use to select a setting, then touch . On / Off 3.7 Power On/Off Sound Allows you to set the phone to sound a tone when the phone & TOOLS 4. Display Settings Provides options to customize the phone's display screen. Access and Options 1. Touch [MENU]. 2. Touch once
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    you to enter a string of up to 23 characters which displays on the LCD screen. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 4.1.1 Personal 1. Press [MENU], once, , , , . 2. Create your own banner text then touch . 4.1.2 ERI Banner If you use ERI Service, ERI text is shown on the sub banner. 1. Press [MENU], once
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    displayed on the phone. The possibilities are endless, but Fun Animations, in particular, provide you with cute flash screens for your background 4.5 Sidekey Guide Allows you to set the phone to display guides to indicate functions accessed by pressing keys on the sides of the phone (Camera,
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    Allows you to choose the kind of clock to be displayed on the LCD screen. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to select a setting, then touch . Normal / Digital / Analog / Dual / Off 5. Phone Settings The Phone Settings Menu allows you to designate specific settings to customize how you use your
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    . 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to select a setting, then touch . On / Off 5.2 Shortcut Key Allows you to set a shortcut to phone menus using the down, up, left and right Navigation Keys. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Select the shortcut, then touch . SETTINGS & TOOLS 5.3 Language Allows
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    is always locked. When locked, you can receive incoming calls and only make emergency calls. Unlock The phone is never locked (Lock mode can be used). On Power Up The phone is locked when it is turned on. G For Location option This option allows you to set a lock mode setting. If you select
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    itself. SETTINGS & TOOLS 5.6 System Select Allows you to set up the phone producer's management environment. Leave this setting as the default unless you want to alter system selection as instructed by your service provider. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to select a setting, then touch . Home
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    switch between programmed telephone numbers corresponding to the service provider area. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to select a setting, then touch . On / Off 6. Call Settings The Call Settings Menu allows you to designate how the phone handles both incoming and outgoing calls. Access and
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    / Silence. G When Ringer is set to mute with side key or "Quiet". SETTINGS & TOOLS 6.2 End Call Options Allows you to to set how the phone disconnects calls. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to select a setting, then touch . G Slide Down You can hang up a call by closing the slide or pressing
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    a TTY device. A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed - Users who cannot talk and hear send and receive a text message through TTY equipment. TTY + Talk: - Users who screen of the phone for the TTY icon. 4. Connect the TTY equipment to the power source and turn it on. 5. Make a phone
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    making communications with a normal terminal operator required voice transmission, text message receiving operator required TTY + Hear For verballyimpaired TTY Off For normal users audible text message transmission, voice receiving operator required voice transmission, voice receiving 85
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    voice privacy feature for CDMA calls. CDMA offers inherent voice privacy. Check with your service provider for availability. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 2. Use to the phone. If it's not, you cannot use Bluetooth connection, even if Bluetooth port is selected. NOTICE When your Chocolate phone and
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    pairings within the Chocolate and connect to one device at a time. The approximate communication range for Bluetooth® wireless technology is up to 30 feet (10 meters). NOTE Read the user guide of each Bluetooth® accessory that you are trying to pair with your phone because the instructions may be
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    it has been located. Highlight the device and touch . 5. The handset will prompt you for the passcode. Consult the Bluetooth® accessory instructions for the appropriate passcode (typically "0000" - 4 zeroes). Enter the passcode and touch . 6. Once pairing is successful, select Yes and touch to
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    nor paired). When an audio device is searched by your Chocolate device When a PC is searched by your Chocolate device When a PDA is searched by your Chocolate device When another phone device is searched by your Chocolate device SETTINGS & TOOLS G Icon References When Paired When audio devices
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    Chocolate device TIP Bluetooth® wireless connection is dependent on your Bluetooth stereo device. Even though you want to connect with a headset that supports default, your phone's Bluetooth® functionality is turned off. 90 My Phone Name Allows you to edit the Bluetooth® name of your phone when Add
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    from the Bluetooth® audio device. Use Phone Sound comes from the handset. TIPS G During a call, Chocolate phone enables you to transfer audio clips. In call screen, press [SWITCH]. Then press again to transfer sounds to your phone. A confirmation screen is displayed. G While listening to music
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    to the other one. G In case your search fails to find for any pairing device, select found device instead. 9. Memory Allows you to check your Chocolate internal phone memory as well as the microSD external memory. 9.1 Save Options Allows you to designate whether to use your
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    and software. 1. Press [MENU], once, , . 0.1 My Number Allows you to view your phone number. 1. Press [MENU], once, , , . 0.2 SW Version Allows you to view the versions of SW, PRL, ERI, Browser, Get It Now, AVR, MMS, Bluetooth Lib Version
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    , government health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1). The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards). Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas
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    a higher power level than otherwise needed. Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive and always obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving, please observe the following: G Give full attention to driving -- driving safely is your first
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    phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider (or call the customer service Health Care Facilities Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals
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    Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,
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    read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Also, keep the user guide in an accessible place at all times after reading it. Caution Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product. Charger and Adapter
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    when its operation is in an abnormal state. In this case, remove the battery from the phone, reinstall it, and turn the phone on. Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards G Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat
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    If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Center. G Do not paint your phone. G The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the phone, or upgrade of the software. Please backup your
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    problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones user. In such a case, the FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace, or recall the phones
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    Safety G Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones; G Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and G Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best
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    are the subject of this update? The term "wireless phone" refers here to handheld wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called "cell", "mobile", or "PCS" phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable Radio Frequency (RF) energy because of the short distance between
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    epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None
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    research is conducted through contracts with independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around
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    Techniques", sets forth the first consistent test methodology for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency
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    can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use. 10. What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to
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    in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem. 12. Where can I find additional information? For additional
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    phones, one that every user must uphold. When operating a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer, including automatic redial and memory. Also, work to memorize the phone
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    are driving and if necessary, suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road. 110 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations -- with your
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    services. But you can still use your wireless phone to lend a hand. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured or a
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    for each model. The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is 1.13 W/kg and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.773W/kg (body-worn measurements differ 112 among phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements). While
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    Accessories There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone. Consult your local dealer for availability. Optional items are sold separately. Travel Adapter USB Cable Battery Vehicle Power Charger Stereo Headset Adapter with Charging Port Headset Adapter Portable Stereo
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    the product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user. (3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product by defects in material or workmanship. (4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was not notified by consumer of the alleged defect or
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    United States: Tel. 1-800-793-8896 or Fax. 1-800-448-4026 Or visit http://us.lgservice.com. Correspondence may also be mailed to: LG Electronics Service- Mobile Handsets, P.O. Box 240007, Huntsville, AL 35824 DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Please call or write for the location
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    to access and even download a wide variety of software, information, music, video, and more right on your LG Verizon wireless phone. 116 MicroSDTM Additional external memory for your mobile phone. V CASTSM Feature that is the next generation in wireless technology which transforms your wireless
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    for the row and one for the column to determine which key was pressed. Enhanced Messaging Service is an extension to SMS for cellular phones available on specific networks. An EMS enabled phone can send and receive messages with special text formatting (such as bold or italic), animations, pictures
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    sending between networks. Users can request delivery confirmation reports. Secure Sockets Layer Protocol used to encrypt data sent over the air. Teletypewriter. An electromechanical typewriter that either transmits or receives messages coded in electrical signals. A phone with TTY support is able to
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    Call Waiting 21 Callback # 60 Caller ID 22 Card Memory 92 Changing Letter Case 24 Charging the Battery 17 Chat 59 Clock Format 78 Consumer Information on SAR 111 Contact List 63 CONTACTS 62 D Default Music 35 My Name Card 64 My Number 93 My Phone Name 90 My PIX 41 My Ringtones 35 My Sounds 38 119
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    Phone Settings 78 Picture ID 87 PIX Msg 51 PIX Place 42 Power 90 Power On/Off Sound 75 Q Quick Text 60 R Received 66 Receiving Calls 19 RECENT CALLS 65 Record FLIX 44 Redialing Calls 19 Ringer ID 86 S Safety Information 98 Save Options 92 Screen Icons 20 Security 80 Sent 57 Service
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