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LG-D950 User Guide All screen shots in this guide are simulated. Actual displays and the color of the phone may vary. Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
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FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from date of accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts manufacture as determined by the unit’ s manufacture which are not the fault of LG, including damage caused date code. by shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid.
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THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, ADDRESS. INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF Please call or write for the location of the LG authorized MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF service center nearest you and for the procedures for THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG INFOCOMM obtaining warranty claims.
Table of Contents Important Notice ......8 Notifications ........24 On-screen Keyboard ......27 Your Phone ........13 123 Mode ..........29 Entering Special Characters....29 Getting Started .......15 Using Clip Tray ........29 Installing the micro SIM card....15 Text Link ..........30 Charging your phone ......15 Plug & Pop .........31 Switching between and exiting applications ........16 Google Account Setup ....32...
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Messaging/Email ......38 Using the advanced settings.....50 After recording a video .....51 Messaging.........38 Watching your saved videos .....51 Email..........39 Adjusting the volume when viewing a Social Networking ......42 video ..........51 Adding an account to your phone ..42 Dual Recording ........52 Adding a social networking widget on Tracking zoom ........52 the Home screen .......42 Audio zoom........53...
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Table of Contents Getting Directions ......60 Using options ........77 Clear Map..........61 Adding bookmarks......77 Latitude ..........61 Changing the Browser settings..78 Local ..........62 Settings..........79 Play Store ..........62 Networks tab........79 Gmail ..........62 Airplane mode ........79 Hangouts ...........63 Wi-Fi ..........79 Utilities ..........65 Bluetooth ...........80 QSlide ..........65 Data Manager ........82 QuickMemo ........65...
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Font size ...........91 Software Update ......104 Smart screen ........91 Smart video ........91 Phone Software Update ....104 Notification LED ........91 LG Mobile Phone Software update via Aspect ratio correction .....91 Over-the-Air (OTA) ......104 General tab........91 Trademarks ........105 Gestures ..........91 Trademarks ........105 One-handed operation ......92...
Important Notice Please check to see if any problems you have resources consume battery power. encountered with your phone are described To extend the life of your battery in this section before taking the phone in for Turn off radio communications that you •...
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Important notice and level are displayed on the screen. sources, such as Play Store. If some applications are not properly installed To monitor and control what uses the on your phone, your phone may not work battery properly- or serious errors may occur. You From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key will need to uninstall those applications and tap All settings >...
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If you logged into a Google account on Release the Power/Lock Key the phone and failed to use the correct only when the LG logo is displayed, then pattern 5 times, tap Forgot pattern? You immediately press and hold the Power/...
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Important notice When the phone is connected as USB storage, While the phone is on, press and hold the you receive a notification. Your phone is Power/Lock Key until the Phone recognized as a device on your computer. You can options menu is displayed.
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PC errors. NOTE If you use your phone with a broken display glass, your phone can break even more or you can be injured. Make sure to visit the LG authorized service center to get your phone repaired.
Your Phone To turn on the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds. To turn off the phone, press the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds and tap Power off and OK to confirm.
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Your Phone Tap the Menu Key whenever you open an application to check what options are available. Side view Micro SIM card slot IR (Infrared) LED Speaker Charger/ 3.5mm Headset Jack Accessory Port Rear view Back Camera Lens Flash Power/Lock Key Volume Keys NOTE The NFC antenna for this model is on the back cover.
Getting Started Warning Installing the micro SIM card Always be careful when removing the Before you can start exploring your new phone, micro SIM card tray. The ejection tool is you’ll need to set it up. The micro SIM card very sharp.
When the battery becomes fully LG or an authorized LG repair center. You discharged and you connect the phone should never try to open or take apart to a charger, the Notification LED lights this phone yourself.
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Getting Started Switching between applications Touch and hold the Home Key . A list of • recently used applications will be displayed. Then tap the application you want to access. To remove an application from the list, swipe • the app preview to the left or right. To stop/exit an application From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap All settings >...
Your Home screen Double-tap - Double-tap to zoom on a Web Touch screen tips page or a map. For example, quickly double-tap a With the touch of your finger, you can access section of a Web page to adjust that section to fit available applications, make menu selections, and the width of the screen.
Your Home screen NOTE If there are any programs running when you lock the phone, they may still be running in When turning the screen on while holding lock mode. It is recommended that you exit the phone in a horizontal position, make sure all programs before entering the lock mode you do not cover the proximity sensor.
Your Home screen Home screen and tap Quick Switch to Silent/Vibrate You can also customize each canvas with Mode shortcuts, folders, and widgets. To quickly set your phone to silent or vibrate mode, slide the Status Bar down and tap Navigating Through the Sub- until appears.
Your Home screen Wallpapers: Change the Home screen To delete an application icon from the Home • screen, touch and hold the shortcut icon wallpaper. or widget you want to delete and drag to To add shortcuts to apps or widgets on Remove at the top of the screen.
Your Home screen NOTE Tap the application icon. Your customized application icon(s) are only Tap the icon design you want from the applied to icons on your Home screen. The available Theme icon choices and change the Applications screen is not affected. size (if desired), then tap OK.
Your Home screen A folder will be created. • Hide/Show apps: Tap to set which application icons will be displayed in your On the Apps screen Applications screen. Checkmark the icons From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key you want to hide, then tap OK. to open the Apps screen.
Your Home screen notifications appear on the left, and system Quick access icons showing things like Wi-Fi or battery To view the quick access items, touch strength on the right. anywhere in the front key area and drag up. NOTE The following options are available: Voice The available options may vary depending Mate, Google Search, and QuickMemo.
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Your Home screen NOTE Notification icons on the Status Touch and hold an icon on the Quick Settings menu to go directly to that Notification icons appear on the Status Bar at setting's menu screen. the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status Customizing the Quick Setting items on and more.
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Your Home screen Icon Description Icon Description GPS is on Bluetooth is on Receiving location data from NFC is on Data is synchronizing System warning New Gmail message available An alarm is set New Hangouts message New voicemail available available New text or multimedia Ringer is silenced message...
There are three types of keyboards that you can use: Android keyboard (AOSP), Google voice typing and LG Keyboard. To select the keyboard: Shift Key - Tap once to capitalize the next From the Home screen, tap the Menu letter you type.
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Your Home screen LG keyboard - Numbers and Symbols Android keyboard (AOSP) - Letters Entry Entry Shift Key - Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all Letters Key - Tap to change input to caps.
Tap the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode by tapping on the LG Keyboard or on the Android keyboard. Entering Special Characters The on-screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters (e.g., “á”).
Your Home screen Touch and hold text and images while eding If Text Link is not linked to an app, the them and save them in the Clip Tray. Browser can be used for searching. Touch and hold the text input field and select To use Text Link: Clip Tray.
Your Home screen Plug & Pop Plug & Pop allows you to quickly choose apps to use when plugging in an earphone or On-the-Go device, such as a mouse or keyboard. Plug in earphone or OTG (On-the-Go) device – or – (i.e., mouse, keyboard, etc.).
Google Account Setup The first time you open a Google application on Signing into your Google your phone, you will be required to sign in with account your existing Google account. If you do not From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one.
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Google Account Setup IMPORTANT Some applications, such as Calendar, • work only with the first Google Account you add. If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your phone, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first.
Calls Making a call Answering and rejecting a call From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key to open the keypad. When the screen is locked Enter the number on the keypad. To delete a When your phone rings, swipe the Answer digit, tap the Clear Key icon in any direction to answer the...
Calls Making a second call Tap any single call log entry to view the During your initial call, tap the Menu Key date, time, and duration of the call. and select Add call. Tap the Menu Key , then tap Delete Dial the number or search your contacts.
Contacts You can add contacts on your phone and NOTE synchronize them with the contacts in your The entry fields varies depending on the Google Account or other accounts that account. support syncing contacts. If you want to add a picture to the new Searching for a contact contact, tap .
Contacts To remove a contact from your favorites Checkmark the entry (or entries) you want list to join or separate, then tap the Join or Separate button. From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and then Contacts AT&T Address Book (AAB) Tap the Favorites tab.
When writing a new message, tap the Menu for every person you send the message > Insert smileys. To access emojis, on the LG keyboard and choose an emoji category to view the available emojis. Tap the text field and start entering your message.
Messaging/Email Changing the conversation theme To open the Email application Sets how your conversations are displayed. From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key • > Email Open the Messaging app and tap the Menu Key > Settings > Conversation The first time you open the Email application, theme.
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Messaging/Email Security type – Choose from Off, SSL, or TLS. Composing and Sending Email Port number – Normally each account’s In the Email application, tap Compose default number will be displayed. Enter an address for the message’s intended Outgoing server settings recipient.
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Messaging/Email any pending messages, the Outbox will be To change account settings displayed on the Accounts screen. Open the Email application. NOTE Tap the Menu Key > Settings. The messages sent using an Exchange Tap General settings to adjust the settings account will not be stored on the phone;...
Social Networking With your phone, you can enjoy social Adding a social networking networking and manage your micro-blog in widget on the Home screen on-line communities. You can update your If you add a social networking widget on current status, upload photos, and view your your Home screen, the widget will show friends’...
Social Networking Tap the account you want to sync. Viewing and updating your Check the desired options, such as Contacts. status A checkmark indicates that synchronization Go to the Home screen panel where the has been enabled. social networking widget is located. You can see the current status of social applications Removing accounts on your you set.
Camera Getting to know the viewfinder To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Swap camera – Allows you to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. Flash – Tap to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto. Mode Switch –...
Camera Cheese shutter - Allows you to take a Taking a photo picture by voice. From the Home screen, tap Camera Brightness - Defines and controls of the Holding the phone horizontally, point the amount of sunlight entering the lens. Slide lens towards the subject you want to the brightness indicator along the bar photograph.
Camera Color effect - Allows you to set a color provide you with a quick guide. effect for the photo. Choose from None, Reset - Restore all camera default Mono, Sepia, and Negative. settings. Timer - The self-timer allows you to set a NOTE delay after the shutter is pressed.
Camera Multi-point Auto Focus – Tap to delete the photo. Menu Key - Tap to access Set image When you take a picture, the Multi- as, Move, Copy, Copy to Clip Tray, point Auto Focus (AF) function operates Rename, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, automatically and will allow you to see a Slideshow, Add location, Print and clear image.
Camera Shot & Clear Super zooming The Shot & Clear feature allows you to You can use a zoom up to 8 times while remove interfering objects from pictures. taking pictures. Open the Camera application. NOTE > Shot & Clear. This function operates automatically to take the picture.
Video Camera Getting to know the viewfinder To open the Video Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen and slide down. – Allows you to swap between the rear camera lens and the Swap camera front camera lens. – Flash Tap to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto.
Video Camera in zooming area and decreases noise when Recording a video recording. From the Home screen, tap Camera Video size – Allows you to change the video and slide the Mode Switch button resolution to FHD 1920x1080(60fps), FHD down to change to Video mode. The Record 1920x1080(30fps), HD 1280x720, QVGA icon will change to .
Video Camera upload tagged videos to a blog that supports – Captures a screen shot while playing geotagging, you can see the videos displayed a video. on a map. Menu Key - Tap to access Subtitle, Volume key - Set how to use the volume Play speed, Share, Trim, Delete, key.
Video Camera NOTE Dual Recording Drag the small screen to move it to your The Dual Recording feature allows you to desired location. record videos with the front and rear cameras Touch and hold the small screen to at the same time. resize it.
Video Camera Set the magnifying glass image to the Audio zoom area you want to zoom in on and track. Increase sound sensitivity in zooming area and Tap Record to start recording. decrease noise when recording. Open the Camera application. Change to video mode, tap >...
Video Camera NOTE Tracking focus Depending on the selected object and Open the Camera application. settings, this function may not work. Change to video mode and tap Record start recording. Live Zooming Tap on the subject in the preview screen Live Zooming allows you to zoom in or zoom to track it.
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Video Camera NOTE While a video is playing, slide the screen up or down to adjust the screen brightness. While playing a video, slide the screen left or right to rewind or fast-forward. Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm touch.
Multimedia You can store multimedia files to a internal Save music or video files from the memory to have easy access to all your PC to the phone. image and video files. You may copy or move files from the PC •...
Multimedia To change the volume while listening to playing in the Playback screen by tapping music, press the Volume Keys on the back the Menu Key then tapping Add to side of the phone. playlist and selecting the desired playlist. Touch and hold a song to access the To remove a song from a playlist following options: Play, Add to playlist,...
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Multimedia some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material. Before downloading or copying the file, please check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.
Google Applications About Google applications While viewing a map, tap the Menu Google applications, including mobile for the following options: versions of Gmail, Hangouts, Google Clear Map, Make available offline, Calendar, and Google Maps, are loaded Settings and Help. on your phone. To set up a Google account, tap any To get an address and additional Google application, enter your user...
Google Applications Searching For Locations and Getting Directions Places To get directions You can search for a location and view it While viewing a map, tap on a map. You can also search for places Enter a starting point in the top text on the map that you're viewing.
Google Applications route. When you search while navigating, using Google Latitude. Your location is not your results include locations along your shared automatically. It is by invitation only. route, rather than locations that are near You must join Latitude and then invite your current location.
Google Applications the screen. If your friends already use the phone's menu below the preloaded Latitude, they receive an email request applications, and you can find them by and a notification on Latitude. If they scrolling down with your finger. You can have not yet joined Latitude, they open downloaded applications from the receive an email inviting them to sign in...
Google Applications synchronization settings, Gmail on your To sign out of Hangouts phone is automatically synchronized with From the Home screen, tap the Menu your Gmail account on the web.The inbox > Settings > Sign out. conversations list is your default view. Chatting with Friends Tap the Menu Key for the following...
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Google Applications Tap to archive the conversation. Tap to delete the conversation. Blocking your Friends To block a friend from exchanging messages • with you, tap the friend in the chatting list. Tap the Menu Key > People & options. Then tap the block option. To remove a friend from the blocked list, from •...
Utilities QSlide QuickMemo The QSlide function enables an overlay on your The QuickMemo feature allows you to create phone's display for easy multitasking. memos and capture screen shots. While using an app that supports QSlide, tap You can use QuickMemo to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a to access QSlide.
Utilities From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key - Tap to use the eraser to erase the > QuickRemote > memo that you created. - Tap to share the memo with others via Touch and slide the Status Bar downwards and any of the available applications.
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Magic Remote controls your TV using a be supported depending on the model, the Touchpad and Smart Text(keyboard). Magic manufacturer or service company. Remote is compatible only with LG Smart TVs Universal remote released in 2012 and after. Select the remote you want, and then tap...
Utilities Tap the Supported models button and check whether your TV supports this feature. Connect your phone and LG Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Select the device and enter the certificate number in your phone. Touchpad: Move the TV pointer with the •...
You can also use the VuTalk feature during a call. The screen will lock if there is no input. Read the LG apps terms and conditions and privacy policy. If you agree, tap the check Requires data connection. Data charge will boxes, then tap Accept.
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Utilities Contact sync: Checkmark this option to to attach a photo, take a new • sync contacts. photo, map view, or a sticker. Tap the Pen icon and Eraser icon • Communicate Visually with VuTalk to write on the images you attached. From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key >...
From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key Voice launch command - Set the voice • > Voice Mate launch command to LG Mobile or Hello Tap the Speak icon to turn it on. Say Genie. what you want it to do for you.
Utilities Voice launch on Lock screen - Tap to • allow you to open Voice Mate on the Lock screen. Skip Lock screen - Tap to skip Face • Unlock, Pattern, PIN or Password when opening Voice Mate via the voice launch command from the Lock screen.
Utilities Beam: You can send the contents to • Insert : Tap to attach multimedia files. • Bluetooth- and SmartShare Beam-enabled Choose from Sticker, Image, Take photo, devices. Video, Record video, Audio, Record voice, Location, Date and time, and SmartShare Beam: Allows for a fast •...
Utilities Changing your calendar view Adding an event to your calendar From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and tap Calendar From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and tap Calendar At the top of the Calendar, tap choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, To view an event, tap the date.
Utilities Tap the document that you want to view POLARIS Office 5 or edit. With Polaris Office 5, you can view, create and NOTE edit document files on your device. The Polaris You can also open an attachment in an Office 5 application supports the following file email by tapping the attachment in the formats: txt, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, pdf.
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Utilities Polaris Office 5 toolbar The Polaris Office 5 application has a toolbar that appears automatically when you create a document. To display the toolbar in an existing document, tap Tap the Font, Paragraph, or Style tab and choose the desired options. To hide the tool options, tap...
The Web Share page - Allows you send the web Browser address (URL) of the web page to others. The Browser gives you a fast, full-color world Find on page - Allows you to search for text of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, on the web page.
Settings The Settings application contains most of Wi-Fi the tools for customizing and configuring To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need your phone. All of the settings in the Settings access to a wireless access point, or application are described in this section. "hotspot."...
Settings A list of available Wi-Fi networks will may affect battery charge. Qualifying • be displayed. Secured networks are data plan required. indicated by a lock icon This device supports WEP, WPA/ WPA2-PSK and 802.1x EAP. (Some Tap a network to connect to it. EAP methods are not supported.) If If the network is open, you are prompted •...
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Settings To make your phone visible to other Bluetooth devices. devices Tap the device you want to pair from From the Home screen, tap the Menu the list. > All settings > Networks Tap Pair or Enter the passkey if needed, tab >...
Settings Sending contacts: Open the Contacts to use the Bluetooth headset or just the • application. Tap the contact you want phone. When using the Bluetooth headset to share, then tap the Menu Key > during a call, the Ongoing Call notification Share >...
Settings Auto answer – Sets the time before a Call connected hands-free device automatically Configure phone call settings such as call answers an incoming call. Choose from forwarding and other special features Disable, 1 second, 3 seconds, and 5 offered by your carrier. seconds.
SmartShare Beam embedded in posters, stickers, and other Allows you to receive multimedia content products. from LG phones or tablets. To turn on NFC: To activate SmartShare Beam: From the Home screen, tap the Menu From the Home screen, tap the Menu >...
Miracast Tethering & networks You can mirror phone screen and sound onto LG Miracast dongle or TV wirelessly. Allows you to configure mobile networks, From the Home screen, tap the Menu tethering, and VPNs (Basic VPN, LG VPN). > All settings.
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Settings may be incurred if the included data Mobile networks allowance is exceeded. Performance You can set whether to enable or disable may vary depending on the number of data access on your phone. devices connected and other factors. Data enabled - Select whether to enable If you do not use a password, others or disable data access.
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You Select the Networks tab. can set a pattern, PIN, or password. Tap Tethering & networks > VPN > LG VPN > Add LG VPN network. Enter the VPN network according to the security details you have obtained from NOTE your network administrator.
Settings When finished, tap Save. Smart ringtone Select to automatically increase the Sound tab volume of the ringtone when outside noise is loud. Sound profile Allows you to set the sound profile to Incoming call vibration Sound, Vibrate only, or Silent. Allows you to choose the type of vibration for incoming calls.
Settings Dial pad touch tones Portrait view only - Select to display the Home screen always in portrait view. Allows you to play tones when using the dial pad. Home backup & restore - Select to backup and restore app/widget Touch sounds configurations.
Settings Screen swipe effect - Select the screen Front touch buttons effect you want to use when unlocking Select the front touch button combination, the screen. theme and if you want to use a Weather animation - Show weather transparent background. animation for current location or primary Brightness city set in the Weather app.
Settings Font type General tab Select the desired font type. Gestures Font size Screen on/off - You can set the phone to turn the screen on by quickly double- Select the desired font size. tapping the pscreen. Tap an empty area Smart screen in the Home screen, Status Bar, and Lock Checkmark this option to keep screen on...
Status Bar. One-handed operation Battery saver Allows you to adjust the position of the dial keypad, LG keyboard, or lock screen to Tap the switch to turn this feature the left or right side of the screen to easily on or off.
Settings following options. Slide Aside Turn Battery saver on - Select the Slide Aside allows you to quickly switch level at which you want to turn on the between three open applications (or tasks) Battery saver function. using a three finger gesture. Auto-sync: Turns off Auto-sync.
Settings whether all applications can synchronize such as Maps. Tap the Access to my location switch to enable the user data automatically. Gmail location sources. Calendar, and other applications may also have their own settings to control how GPS satellites - Checkmark to enable they synchronize data;...
Checkmark the keyboard you want to some types of VPN and Wi-Fi connections. use from Android keyboard (AOSP), If you have not set a password for the Google voice typing, and LG Keyboard. secure credential storage, this setting is to configure each keyboard’s dimmed.
This information is installed on your phone. stored on your phone, and can only be NOTE accessed by LG if the phone is physically Requires additional plug-ins to become returned to LG for repair and service The selectable.
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Settings TalkBack - Allows you to set up the audio route, move the slider on the mono TalkBack function which assists people audio slide bar. with impaired vision by providing verbal Touch & hold delay - Sets the touch and feedback.
Settings is enabled, pressing the Power/Lock Key To tether your phone with your during a call does not lock the screen. computer using the USB Easy access - Turning this feature on Connect your phone to your computer allows you to activate an accessibility with a USB cable.
Phone function on so that you can receive View legal information, check phone Wi-Fi connection requests. Refer to page status and software versions, and perform 100 for information about LG On-Screen a software update. Phone. Regulatory and Safety Information Help - Displays help information for the To view regulatory and safety PC Suite and On-Screen Phone functions.
On-Screen Phone window. The sent files Maximizes the On-Screen Phone are stored in the OSP folder. window. NOTE Please make sure that LG Home is the Exits the On-Screen Phone program. default launcher. On-Screen Phone features Real-time event notifications: •...
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LG On-Screen Phone corner and enter the model number. From incurred depending on your DataPro the SUPPORT list, select your model. data plan. Scroll down and select the OSP tab and Access to the Internet using Wi-Fi click on DOWNLOAD. When prompted,...
LG PC Suite LG PC Suite helps you manage media Go to SUPPORT > MOBILE SUPPORT contents and applications in your phone > PC Sync by allowing you to connect to your phone Select the model information and click to your PC.
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LG PC Suite NOTE LG Integrated USB Driver The LG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device and PC. It is installed automatically when you install the LG PC Suite software application.
OTA without connecting the USB data cable. This feature is only available if and when LG makes the newer version of the firmware available for your device.
DivX video Trademarks up to HD 720p, including premium Copyright 2013 LG Electronics, Inc. All • content. rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are ® ® DivX , DivX Certified and associated registered trademarks of LG Group and logos are trademarks of Rovi its related entities.
Q&A 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 the Customer Service Center. How do I view the list of outgoing calls, Why does the phone heat up? incoming calls and missed calls? The phone may get hot when there is a very...
Visit your local AT&T store or www.att.com/wirelessaccessories for specific offerings. NOTE Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty. Accessories may be different in different regions; please check with our regional service company or agent for further enquiries.
For Your Safety that may expose it to temperatures less Important Information than 32°F or greater than 104°F, such This user guide contains important as outside during extreme weather information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the conditions or in your car on a hot day.
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For Your Safety this user guide. Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture. Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when Use the accessories like an earphone repair work is required. cautiously. Do not tap the antenna unnecessarily.
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For Your Safety comply with FCC RF exposure limits and CAUTION should be avoided. Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications Part 15.19 statement could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or result This device complies with part15 of FCC in violation of FCC regulations.
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For Your Safety If this equipment does cause not occur in a particular installation. Only use the battery for the system for harmful interference or television If you experience interference with which it is specified. reception, which can be reception (e.g.,television), determine if Only use the battery with a charging determined by turning the this equipment is causing the harmful...
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For Your Safety Adapter (Charger) Cautions Wi-Fi Caution Using the wrong battery charger could This device is capable of operating in damage your phone and void your 802.11a/n/ac mode. For 802.11a/n/ac warranty. devices operating in the frequency range of 5.15 – 5.25 GHz, they are restricted for The adapter or battery charger is indoor operations to reduce any potential intended for indoor use only.
Safety Guidelines ICNIRP (1996) TIA Safety Information Those standards were based on Provided herein is the complete TIA comprehensive and periodic evaluations Safety Information for Wireless Handheld of the relevant scientific literature. For phones. Inclusion of the text covering example, over 120 scientists, engineers, Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other and physicians from universities, Medical Devices is required in the...
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Safety Guidelines the antenna affects call quality and may Pacemakers cause the phone to operate at a higher The Health Industry Manufacturers power level than otherwise needed. Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6’) inches be maintained Driving between a handheld wireless phone Check the laws and regulations on the and a pacemaker to avoid potential...
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Safety Guidelines device to determine if they are adequately Hearing Aids shielded from external RF energy. Your Some digital wireless phones may physician may be able to assist you in interfere with some hearing aids. In the obtaining this information. event of such interference, you may want to consult AT&T.
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Safety Guidelines (such as grain, dust, or metal powders); Aircraft and any other area where you would FCC regulations prohibit using your phone normally be advised to turn off your while in the air. Turn your phone OFF vehicle engine. before boarding an aircraft.
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Safety Guidelines bending, twisting, or heating. Do not Charging temperature range is use the plug if it is loose as it may regulated between 0°C and 45°C. cause electric shock or fire. Do not charge the battery out of recommended temperature range. Do not place any heavy items on the Charging out of recommended range power cord.
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Safety Guidelines Please take your phone to an that it is firmly connected. If it is not, it authorized service center immediately may cause excessive heat or fire. if this occurs. If you put your phone in a pocket or Do not handle the phone with wet bag without covering the receptacle of hands while it is being charged.
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Caution: Avoid potential If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone hearing loss. does not work, take it to an LG Prolonged exposure to loud sounds Authorized Service Center. (including music) is the most common Do not paint your phone.
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Safety Guidelines headphones (including headsets, earbuds noisy environment, use noisecancelling ® and Bluetooth or other wireless devices). headphones to block out background environmental noise. Exposure to very loud sound has also been associated in some studies Limit the amount of time you listen. with tinnitus (a ringing in the ear), As the volume increases, less time is hypersensitivity to sound and distorted...
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Safety Guidelines Email: info@audiology.org 1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? Internet: www.audiology.org The available scientific evidence does National Institute on Deafness and Other not show that any health problems Communication are associated with using wireless Disorders phones. There is no proof, however, National Institutes of Health that wireless phones are absolutely 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320...
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Safety Guidelines minimizes any RF exposure to the 2. What is the FDA’s role user that is not necessary for device concerning the safety of function; and wireless phones? Cooperate in providing users of Under the law, the FDA does not wireless phones with the best possible review the safety of radiation- information on possible effects of...
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Safety Guidelines The FDA shares regulatory measurable radiofrequency energy (RF) responsibilities for wireless phones because of the short distance between with the Federal Communications the phone and the user’s head. These Commission (FCC). All phones that are RF exposures are limited by FCC safety sold in the United States must comply guidelines that were developed with with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF...
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Safety Guidelines phones have yielded conflicting results studies demonstrated the existence of that often cannot be repeated in other any harmful health effects from wireless laboratories. A few animal studies, phone RF exposures. However, none of however, have suggested that low the studies can answer questions about levels of RF could accelerate the long-term exposures, since the average...
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Safety Guidelines of exposure to a cancer-causing agent that has driven the establishment of and the time tumors develop - if they new research programs around the do- may be many, many years. The world. The project has also helped interpretation of epidemiological studies develop a series of public information is hampered by difficulties in measuring...
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Safety Guidelines States must comply with Federal exposure level in the online listing. Communications Commission (FCC) 8. What has the FDA done to guidelines that limit radio frequency measure the radio frequency energy (RF) exposures. The FCC energy coming from wireless established these guidelines in phones? consultation with the FDA and the other...
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Safety Guidelines laboratories on the same phone. SAR between your body and the source of is the measurement of the amount the RF, since the exposure level drops of energy absorbed in tissue, either off dramatically with distance. For by the whole body or a small part of example, you could use a headset and the body.
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Safety Guidelines RF exposure. Some groups sponsored part of a standard sponsored by the by other national governments have Association for the Advancement of advised that children be discouraged Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The from using wireless phones at all. final draft, a joint effort by the FDA, For example, the government in the medical device manufacturers, and United Kingdom distributed leaflets...
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Safety Guidelines interference and work to resolve the responsibility accompanies the benefits problem. of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. 12. Where can I find additional When operating a car, driving is your first information? responsibility. For additional information, please refer When using your wireless phone behind to the following resources: the wheel of a car, practice good common...
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Safety Guidelines phone within easy reach and where moving or before pulling into traffic. you can reach it without removing Try to plan your calls before you begin your eyes from the road. If you get an your trip or attempt to coincide your incoming call at an inconvenient time, calls with times you may be stopped if possible, let your voicemail answer...
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Safety Guidelines traffic accident, road hazard or medical general guidelines. Before deciding emergency. Remember, it is a free call to use your mobile device while on your wireless phone! operating a vehicle, it is recommended that you consult your applicable 9.
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Safety Guidelines permitted levels of RF energy for the Before a phone model is available for general population. The guidelines are sale to the public, it must be tested based on standards that were developed and certified to the FCC that it does by independent scientific organizations not exceed the limit established by the through periodic and thorough evaluation...
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Safety Guidelines searching on FCC ID ZNFD950. The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to telecommunications Additional information on Specific services for persons with hearing Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on disabilities. the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) website at http:// While some wireless phones are used www.ctia.org...
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Safety Guidelines needs. wireless phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values equal M5. This M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 should provide the hearing aid user with meet FCC requirements and are likely “normal usage” while using their hearing to generate less interference to hearing aid with the particular wireless phone.
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Safety Guidelines Wireless Phones and Hearing Aid Accessibility http://www.accesswireless.org/ Gallaudet University, RERC http://tap.gallaudet.edu/Voice/ FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing. html The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/ attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf Hearing Loss Association of America [HLAA] http://hearingloss.org/content/ telephones-and-mobile-devices...