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VX8300_2(E).qxd
2006.4.29
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal.
Further detailed information is given in this user guide.
Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.
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Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could
cause the battery to explode.
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Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.
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Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.
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Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
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When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag.
If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously
injured.
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Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
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Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft)
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Precautions

    If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously injured. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft) 5:17 PM Page 1 Important Safety Precautions VX8300...
  • Page 2 Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your phone. Do not disassemble the phone. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 2...
  • Page 3 This could cause asphxiation or suffocation resulting in serious injury or death. Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire. Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Lock Mode ..... .18 Mute Function ....18 Volume Quick Adjustment ..18 VX8300 5:17 PM Page 4 Call Waiting .
  • Page 5 5.1 Standalone Mode ..76 5.2 Shortcut Key ... . .76 5.3 Language ....77 VX8300...
  • Page 6 ... .87 8.2 Phone Memory ..87 VX8300 5:17 PM Page 6 8.3 Card Memory ... . .88 9.

  • Page 7: Welcome

    VX8300_2(E).qxd 2006.4.29 Thank you for choosing the VX8300 cellular phone designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology, Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Along with the many advanced features of the CDMA system, such as greatly enhanced voice clarity, this compact phone offers:...

  • Page 8: Technical Details

    VX8300_2(E).qxd 2006.4.29 Technical Details Technical Details The VX8300 is an all digital phone that operates on both Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: Cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz. CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS...
  • Page 9 High Speed Packet Data CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air Interface 1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification for CDMA2000 Access Network Interfaces Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal Test Application Specification (TAS) for High Rate Packet Data Air Interface VX8300...
  • Page 10 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone, including the antenna, whether extended or retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and VX8300 5:17 PM Page 10 similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain 0.6 inches (1.5...

  • Page 11: Phone Overview

    Will also back you out of menus, one level at a time. 15. Speaker Key 16. MicroSD Insert microSD card for external memory. Use LG-approved microSD card. 17. Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters and select menu items.

  • Page 12: Menus Overview

    4. My FLIX 5. PIX Place 6. Take PIX 7. Record FLIX 3. Get Fun & Games 4. Get News & Info 5. Get Going 6. Get Extras VX8300 5:17 PM Page 12 ESSAGING ESSAGING 1. New Msg 2. Inbox 3. Sent 4.
  • Page 13 1. My Number 2. SW Version 3. Icon Glossary Some contents in this user guide may differ from your phone depending on the phone software or your service provider. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. VX8300...

  • Page 14: Getting Started With Your Phone

    Charging the Battery To use the charger provided with your phone: Warning! Use only the charger provided with the VX8300 phone. Using any other charger could damage your phone or battery. 1. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the phone’s charger port and the other into an electrical outlet.

  • Page 15: Battery Charge Level

    2. Press NOTE Like any other radio device, avoid contact with the antenna while your phone is on. Empty Turning the Phone Off 1. Press and hold until the LCD screen lights up. until the display turns off. VX8300...

  • Page 16: Making Calls

    Correcting Dialing Mistakes Press once to erase the last digit entered, or hold it down for at least two seconds to delete all the digits. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 16 Redialing Calls 1. Press Receiving Calls 1. To answer a call, press...

  • Page 17: Screen Icons

    Page 17 1X Only. Digital Only. Battery Strength. Indicates battery charge level. TTY. Voice Privacy. All Sounds Off. Speaker Phone. New Voicemails. Bluetooth On. Bluetooth Shown To All. EVDO Only. Location On Mode. AVR Active. Alarm Only. Missed Calls. Schedule. VX8300...

  • Page 18: Features

    To quickly activate Mute press Left Soft Key [Mute], then to cancel press Left Soft Key [Unmute]. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 18 Volume Quick Adjustment Quickly adjust ringer and earpiece volumes by pressing the upper side key to increase and lower key to decrease.

  • Page 19: Caller Id

    Dial number. For Speed Dials 10 to 99 press the first digit, then press and hold the key of the last digit. NOTE Another way to Speed Dial is to enter the speed dial number(s), then press ® device. VX8300...

  • Page 20: Entering And Editing Information

    Hold to delete words. Punctuation: Press to insert punctuation. Text Input Modes In a text field, press Left Soft Key modes. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 20 Word Mode Type text using one keystroke per letter. Keystroke combinations are translated into common words using the letters on each key and a compressed database.

  • Page 21: Abc (Multi-Tap) Text Input

    If a word is not in the Word database, add it using Abc (Multi-tap) mode text entry. 1. Press Left Soft Key tap) mode. 2. Press is displayed. [Next] to view next 12 [Prev] to view to select it. to change to another text to change to Abc (multi- VX8300...
  • Page 22 Entering and Editing Information 3. Press Left Soft Key to change to Word mode to add the word to the Word database. 4. Press to erase the existing word. 5. Press is displayed. 6. Press is displayed. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 22...

  • Page 23: Contacts In Your Phone's Memory

    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. [Contacts], then use [Edit]. to select the information to customize. VX8300...

  • Page 24: Speed Dial

    Right Soft Key [Options]. 4. Use to select Set Speed Dial, then press 5. Enter a Speed Dial digit. Use the keypad, then press VX8300 5:17 PM Page 24 press 6. Press Storing a Number with Pauses Pauses allow you to enter additional series of numbers to access automated systems such as Voicemail or credit billing numbers.

  • Page 25: Adding Another Phone Number

    To edit any information you stored, access the Edit Contacts screen: 1. Press Right Soft Key 2. Use to select an entry, then press Left Soft [Edit]. 3. Use to select the field you want to change. 4. Make the changes, then press [Contacts]. to save. [Contacts]. VX8300...

  • Page 26: Changing The Default Number

    4. Press Add Pause. 5. Press Wait or 2-Sec Pause. 6. Enter additional number(s), then press VX8300 5:17 PM Page 26 Changing the Default Number The Default Number is the phone number you entered when you created the Contact. Another number can be saved as the Default Number.

  • Page 27: Deleting

    4. Press Right Soft Key 5. Use Searching Your Phone’s Memory The VX8300 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.

  • Page 28: Calling From Your Phone's Memory

    1. Press [MENU]. 2. Press to select RECENT CALLS. 3. Use to select Missed / Received / Dialed / All, then press VX8300 5:17 PM Page 28 4. Use to select the phone number. 5. Press Speed Dialing Allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily to numbers stored in Contacts.
  • Page 29 Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99 Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99 are preset to access certain phone account information: 97 (#BAL), 98 (#MIN), and 99 (#PMT). Unlike Speed Dial 1, these can be changed if you want. VX8300...

  • Page 30: Get It Now

    NOTE Press to go back one step. This will cancel without saving. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 30 G G E E T T I I T T N N O O W W GET IT NOW allows you to do more than just talk on your phone.

  • Page 31: Access And Options

    Tetris, EverQuest ® and EA SPORTS Tiger Woods PGA TOUR ® Golf. 4. Get News & Info: Get the latest news, stock quotes, and movie listings on the Internet. To start, just launch your phone’s Web Browser. VX8300...

  • Page 32: Get Tunes & Tones

    GET IT NOW status. Use the Help option to view information from buying new applications to expired applications. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 32 1. Get Tunes & Tones Personalize your phone with ringtones. A large variety of choices are available to choose from current hits, pop, hip-hop, and more.

  • Page 33: Get V Cast Music

    Ringtone / Message Alert Sounds: Press the corresponding number key to set the ringtone for one of the following: TXT Message / PIX-FLIX Msg / Voicemail Msg GET IT NOW [MENU], 2 times, VX8300...

  • Page 34: My Music

    3. Select the tune you want to play and press Volume Control Previous/ Rewind VX8300 5:17 PM Page 34 NOTE To view the file list during play, press the up/down navigation key. NOTE This feature will only work if you have downloaded one or more audio files.

  • Page 35: Sync Music

    GET IT NOW is a hot key to [MENU]. 2 times. Get PIX & FLIX. 1. Get V CAST Video 2. Get New PIX 3. My PIX 4. My FLIX 5. PIX Place 6. Take PIX 7. Record FLIX VX8300...

  • Page 36: Get V Cast Video

    Clips Catalog. 2. Press to view Video Clip categories. 3. Select content provider then press 4. If applicable, select sub-category then press VX8300 5:17 PM Page 36 To view a Streaming Video 1. Read the description of the video clip, and press 2.
  • Page 37 1. From Video Clips Catalog, select a category. 2. Select Content Provider. 3. Press Right Soft Key 4. Select Alerts. 5. Select Configure Alerts and press 6. Select content for alerts desired and press to save. [Options]. GET IT NOW [Options]. VX8300...

  • Page 38: Get New Pix

    Place). Get New Downloads various PIX. Set As Wallpaper / Picture ID Rename Renames selected PIX. Move Yes / No VX8300 5:17 PM Page 38 Lock/Unlock Erase Erase All PIX Info Zoom View By pressing Left Soft Key able to take a pictue and create your own PIX.

  • Page 39: Pix Place

    Lets you to take digital pictures. 1. Press times, Shortcut Pressing the Camera Key a hot key to Take PIX. NOTE You can select Flash On/Off pressing Voice Commands Key ( GET IT NOW [MENU], 2 times, [MENU], from standby mode is VX8300...
  • Page 40 On / Off Front Display On / Off NOTE When the Flash is On, take the photo within 12 inches of the subject. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 40 3. Take a picture by pressing , flash , and 4. Press Left Soft Key stored in My PIX.

  • Page 41: Record Flix

    Don't remove it while storing or moving data. It may cause damage. twice when the flip or press GET IT NOW 15' for FLIX Msg / Available Memory On / Off to begin recording, and again to stop. [Save]. The recorded VX8300...

  • Page 42: Get Fun & Games

    Get the latest news, stock quotes, and movie listings. TXT Alerts allow you to have access to the information you want to know. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, VX8300 5:17 PM Page 42 Ending a Browser Session End a Browser session by pressing Navigating Through the Browser...
  • Page 43 Left Soft Key Word, Abc, ABC, 123 or Symbols. To change the input mode, press the Left Soft Key To create an upper case character, press GET IT NOW is used primarily for first options is used primarily for secondary VX8300...

  • Page 44: Get Going

    Call). 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. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 44 5. Get Going Everything you need to know while you’re on the to clear 1.

  • Page 45: Messaging

    20 draft PIX messages). The information MESSAGING 6. Email: Read and send emails from your email accounts. 7. Mobile IM: Instant messages with your friends with MSN ® Messenger and Yahoo ® Messenger. 8. Chat: Chat with Internet Messenger users. VX8300...

  • Page 46: New Msg

    NOTE If you receive the same message twice, your phone deletes the older one and the new one is stored as a DUPLICATE. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 46 1. New Msg Allows you to send text messages and pages. Each message has a destination (Address) and information (Message).
  • Page 47 Style / Text Color / Background Gives priority to the message. High / Normal Inserts a pre-programmed callback number with your message. On / Off / Edit Allows you to define phrases for Insert Quick Text. Cancels message editing and goes to Message menu. VX8300...

  • Page 48: Pix Msg

    5. Press Left Soft Key [Done]. NOTE The Address feature allows multi-sending of up to 10 total addresses. 6. Complete the message as necessary. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 48 1.2 PIX Msg The Basics of Sending a Message 1. Press Left Soft Key 2.
  • Page 49 Displays the PIX message as it would be seen by the recipient. Inserts predefined phrases. Saves the message into the Drafts folder. Gives priority to the message. High / Normal Removes a PIX from your message. Removes a Sound from your message. VX8300...

  • Page 50: Flix Msg

    Preview / Add Quick Text / Save As Draft / Priority Level / Remove PIX / Remove Sound / Add Slide / Add To Contacts 4. Complete and then send or save the message. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 50 1.3 FLIX Msg The Basics of Sending a Message 1.
  • Page 51 MESSAGING [Options]. Displays the PIX message as it would be seen by the recipient. Inserts predefined phrases. Saves the message into the Drafts folder. Gives priority to the message. High / Normal Removes a FLIX from your message. [Options]. VX8300...

  • Page 52: Inbox

    3. Select the option(s) to customize. Preview / Add Quick Text / Save As Draft / Priority Level / Remove FLIX / Add To Contacts 4. Complete and then send or save the message. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 52 2. Inbox...
  • Page 53 Allows you to check the received message information. 5:17 PM Page 53 Message Icon Reference New/Unread TXT Messages Opened/Read TXT Messages Priority High Locked New/Unread Browser Messages Opened/Read Browser Messages Opened/Read PIX/FLIX Messages Downloaded PIX/FLIX Messages New/Unread PIX/FLIX Notifications Opened/Read PIX/FLIX Notifications MESSAGING VX8300...

  • Page 54: Sent

    Sent and Erase All functions. Add To Contacts Stores the callback number, email address, and numbers from the address of the received message into your VX8300 5:17 PM Page 54 Erase Sent Message Info Message Icon Reference TXT/PIX/FLIX Messages sent...

  • Page 55: Drafts

    Checking Your Voicemail Box 1. Press 2. Options from here: Press Left Soft Key information, and then press Press MESSAGING [MENU], [MESSAGING], [Clear] to delete Yes. to listen to the message(s). VX8300...

  • Page 56: Email

    Select from the options by pressing 8. Chat Allows you to chat with Internet Messenger users. 1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], Launch Browser. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 56 MSG Settings Allows you to configure 11 settings for received messages. 1. Press Left Soft Key 2.

  • Page 57: All Msg

    Allows you to select the default input method including Word, Abc, ABC, 123. 6. Callback # Allows you to automatically send a designated callback number when you send a message. 7. Signature Allows you make/edit a signature to automatically send with your messages. MESSAGING VX8300...

  • Page 58: Txt Msg

    PIX-FLIX Msg 1. Auto Receive Allows you to directly download the content when receiving a PIX message. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 58 MSG Erase Allows you to erase all messages stored in your Inbox, Sent or Drafts folders. You can also erase all messages at the same time.

  • Page 59: Contacts

    Contact, edit the Contact entry. 1. Press 2. Enter the name and press 3. Use 4. Enter the number and press NOTE For more detailed information, see page 23. CONTACTS [MENU], to select the phone number type. VX8300...

  • Page 60: Contact List

    Press Left Soft Key [Edit] to edit. Press [VIEW] to view the Contact information. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 60 3. Groups Allows you to view your grouped Contacts, add a new group, change the name of a group, delete a group, or send a message to everyone in the selected group.

  • Page 61: Speed Dials

    3. Enter your information as necessary, then press 4. Send your name card using the Right Soft Key [Options]. Let's take an example: CONTACTS [MENU], to highlight the information you want to [EDIT]. Á Á Á VX8300 Á...

  • Page 62: Recent Calls

    Access and Options 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Press to select [RECENT CALLS]. 3. Select a submenu. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 62 1. Missed Allows you to view the list of missed calls; up to 30 entries. 1. Press 2.

  • Page 63: Received

    View Timers Press Left Soft Key TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg RECENT CALLS [MENU], to highlight an entry, then to view the entry. to place a call to the number. [Options] to select: [Message] to select: VX8300...

  • Page 64: All

    TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg Shortcut To view a quick list of all your recent calls, press from standby mode. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 64 5. View Timers Allows you to view the duration of selected calls.

  • Page 65: Settings & Tools

    Calculator, and Ez Tip Calc. Access and Options 1. Press 2. Press [SETTINGS & TOOLS]. 3. Press 4. Select a submenu. SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU]. 2 times to select Tools. Voice Commands, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad Calculator and Ez Tip Calc. VX8300...

  • Page 66: Voice Commands

    Control the sensitivity as High / Medium / Low. Prompts Mode / Timeout For Mode, set Prompts / Readout / VX8300 5:17 PM Page 66 Call Alert 2.1.1 Call <Name or Number> Say "Call" and then call someone simply by saying the phone number and name.

  • Page 67: Go To

    Moves to the next week. 3. Press Left Soft Key 4. Press Left Soft Key calendar event information including: Subject SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, to highlight the scheduled day. [Add]. [Set] to enter or edit your Start Date & Time VX8300...

  • Page 68: Alarm Clock

    2 times, 2. Use to highlight an Alarm (1, 2, or 3), then press 3. Enter the alarm information including: Turn On/Off Set Time VX8300 5:17 PM Page 68 Recurrence 4. Use set, then press Left Soft Key your choices.

  • Page 69: Notepad

    2.7 Ez Tip Calc Allows you to quickly and easily calculate bill amounts using the bill total, tip, and number of people as variables. 1. Press to save it. [Clear]. SETTINGS & TOOLS . To insert ±, [MENU], 2 times, VX8300...

  • Page 70: Sounds Settings

    4. Select a submenu. Master Volume, Call Sounds, Alert Sounds, Keypad Volume, Earpiece Volume, Service Alerts, Power On/Off Sounds and Alarm Sounds VX8300 5:17 PM Page 70 3.1 Master Volume Allows you to set volume settings. 1. Press 2. Adjust the volume with save the setting.

  • Page 71: Call Vibrate

    Allows you to set any of the four Alert options to either On or Off. 1. Press 2. Select an alert option. SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, then press [MENU], 2 times, then press [MENU], 2 times, Alerts you to the status of cellular service. VX8300...

  • Page 72: Power On/Off Sounds

    [MENU], 2 times, 2. Select Power On / Power Off. 3. Use to select a setting, then press On / Off VX8300 5:17 PM Page 72 Alarm Sounds Allows you to set sounds for types of alarm. 1. Press 2. Press 3.

  • Page 73: Display Settings

    4.1.2 ERI Banner If you use ERI Service, ERI Text is shown on the sub banner. 1. Press 2. Use On / Off SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, [MENU], 2 times, [MENU], 2 times, to select a setting, then press VX8300...

  • Page 74: Backlight

    15 Seconds 2. Keypad 5 Seconds 15 Seconds Always On Always Off VX8300 5:17 PM Page 74 4.3 Wallpaper Allows you to choose the kind of background to be displayed on the phone. The possibilities are endless, but Fun Animations, in particular, provide you with cute flash screens for your background wallpaper.

  • Page 75: Display Themes

    3. Use For Main Clock: Normal / Digital / Analog / Dual / Off For Front Clock: Digital / Minimize / Off SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, Main Clock or Front Clock. to select a setting, then press VX8300...

  • Page 76: Phone Settings

    Phone Settings. 4. Select a submenu. Standalone Mode, Shortcut Key, Language, Location, Security, System Select, NAM Select, Auto NAM and Serving System. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 76 5.1 Standalone Mode Allows you to use the menu functions except making calls, Bluetooth accessing, when radio transmission is restricted.

  • Page 77: Language

    You can modify the lock code using the New Lock code within the Security menu. 1. Press 2. Enter the four-digit lock code. 3. Press SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, [MENU], 2 times, Lock Mode. VX8300...

  • Page 78: Edit Code

    The phone is never locked (Lock mode can be used). On Power Up The phone is locked when it is turned on. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 78 5.5.2 Edit Code Allows you to enter a new four-digit lock code. 1. Press 2.

  • Page 79: System Select

    5.9 Serving System Identifies the channel number of a system that is served and a SID Number. This information is only for technical support. 1. Press SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, to select a setting, then press [MENU], 2 times, VX8300...

  • Page 80: Call Settings

    4. Select a submenu. Answer Options, Auto Retry, TTY Mode, One Touch Dial, Voice Privacy, Connections, Ringer ID and Picture ID. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 80 6.1 Answer Options Allows you to determine how the phone will answer an incoming call.

  • Page 81: Auto Retry

    1. Connect a TTY cable to TTY connection on the terminal (TTY connection location is the same as a hands-free ear jack). 2. Enter the phone menu and set up the desired TTY mode (For a TTY mode, see the following). SETTINGS & TOOLS VX8300...
  • Page 82 TTY Full /verbally- impaired For hearing- TTY + Talk impaired For verbally- TTY + Hear impaired TTY Off For normal users VX8300 5:17 PM Page 82 Transmission/Receiving Feature Mode text message transmission, text message receiving voice transmission, text talkable message receiving...

  • Page 83: One Touch Dial

    CDMA calls. CDMA offers inherent voice privacy. Check with your service provider for availability. 1. Press 2. Use On / Off SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, to select a setting, then press [MENU], 2 times, to select a setting, then press VX8300...

  • Page 84: Connections

    Bluetooth serial port (SPP), dial-up networking (DUN), and object push (OPP) profile(s).* You may create and store 20 pairings within the VX8300 and connect to one device at a time. The approximate communication range for Bluetooth technology is up to 30 feet (10 meters).

  • Page 85: Add New Device

    6. Once pairing is successful, select press 7. Once connected, you will see the device listed in the Paired Devices menu and the Bluetooth SETTINGS & TOOLS ® device [MENU], 2 times, Yes and to connect with the device. ® VX8300...

  • Page 86: Power

    2 times, 2. Press Right Soft Key [Settings]. 3. Press 4. Press to clear the existing name. 5. Use the numeric keypad to enter a new custom VX8300 5:17 PM Page 86 name. will show up on 6. Press Discovery Mode Allows you to set Hidden/Shown To All.

  • Page 87: Memory

    In case you fail to search for any pairing device, select found device instead. 8. Memory Allows you to check your VX8300 internal phone memory as well as the microSD external memory. 8.1 Save Options Allows you to select which memory (phone or memory card) to use to save your files.

  • Page 88: Card Memory

    The option Memory Usage shows the total used memory and memory space remaining. NOTE Do not insert or remove the microSD while playing, deleting or downloading PIX/FLIX/Music/Sound. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 88 9. Phone Info Allows you to view the information specific to your phone and software.

  • Page 89: Safety

    Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations. Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Safety VX8300...

  • Page 90: Tips On Efficient Operation

    Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic VX8300 5:17 PM Page 90 equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.

  • Page 91: Hearing Aids

    Switch OFF your phone before boarding an aircraft. Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all signs and instructions. VX8300...

  • Page 92: Potentially Explosive Atmosphere

    (such as grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 92 For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force.

  • Page 93: Safety Information

    The battery doesn’t need to be empty before recharging. Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your phone model since they are designed to maximize battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.

  • Page 94: Explosion, Shock, And Fire Hazards

    (power plug pin), metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle when not in use. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 94 Don’t short-circuit the battery. Metallic articles such as a coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may short-circuit the + and –...
  • Page 95 Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna. Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery.

  • Page 96: Fda Consumer Update

    Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, VX8300 5:17 PM Page 96 but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research.
  • Page 97 RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the subject of the safety questions discussed in this document. VX8300...
  • Page 98 RF exposures far below the FCC safety limits. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 98 4. What are the results of the research done...
  • Page 99 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 to Radio Frequency (RF) energy. VX8300...
  • Page 100 The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 100 7. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency...
  • Page 101 For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna. Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless VX8300...
  • Page 102 United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone VX8300 5:17 PM Page 102 causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary;...
  • Page 103 For additional information, please refer to the following resources: FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/phones/index.html) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de) World Health Organization (WHO) International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf) National Radiological Protection Board (UK) (http://www.nrpb.org.uk/) VX8300...

  • Page 104: Driver Safety Tips

    2. When available, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessories are readily available today. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 104 Whether you choose an installed mounted device for your wireless phone or a speaker phone accessory, take advantage of these devices if available to you.
  • Page 105 10. Call roadside assistance or a special wireless non-emergency assistance number when necessary. Certain situations you encounter while driving may require attention, but are not urgent enough to merit a call for emergency VX8300...
  • Page 106 For more information, please call to 888-901-SAFE, or visit our website www.wow-com.com. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 106 C C o o n n s s u u m m e e r r I I n n f f o o r r m m a a t t i i o o n n o o n n S S A A R R...
  • Page 107 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. VX8300...

  • Page 108: Devices

    The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones, to assist hearing device users to find phones that may be VX8300 5:17 PM Page 108 compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box.
  • Page 109 20.19 of the FCC Rules. The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard. When you're talking over the cell phone, it's recommended you'd turn the BT ( Bluetooth ) mode off for HAC.

  • Page 110: Accessories

    There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone. Consult your local dealer for availability. Optional items are sold separately. Adapter Battery BT (Bluetooth) Headset Portable Stereo Speaker VX8300 5:17 PM Page 110 Stereo Headset USB Cable Vehicle Power Charger...

  • Page 111: Limited Warranty Statement

    LG, including damage caused by shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid. (3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
  • Page 112 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 of the LG authorized service center nearest you and for the procedures for obtaining warranty claims.

  • Page 113: Index

    Get Tunes & Tones 31, 32 Get V CAST Music 33 Get V CAST Video 36 Glossary 116 Groups 60 Headset Jack 11 Holster 110 Icon Glossary 88 Important Information 7 Important Safety Precautions 1 Inbox 52 Installing the Battery 14 Keypad Volume 71 VX8300...
  • Page 114 Power 86 My FLIX 38 Power On/Off Sounds 72 My Music 34 PWR/END Key 11 My Name Card 61 My Number 88 VX8300 5:17 PM Page 114 Quick Text 57 Received 63 Receiving Calls 16 RECENT CALLS 62 Redialing Calls 16...
  • Page 115 Using the NEXT Key 20 Vibrate Mode 18 Vibrate Mode Key 11 View Timers 64 Voice Commands 19, 66 Voice Commands Key 11 Voice Mail # 57 Voice Privacy 83 Voicemail 55 Volume Quick Adjustment Wallpaper 74 Word Mode 20 World Clock 68 VX8300...

  • Page 116: Glossary

    Get It Now ® Feature that accesses the Internet to provide the ability to access and even download a wide variety of software, information, music, video, and more right on your LG Verizon wireless phone. VX8300 5:17 PM Page 116 MicroSD Additional external memory for your mobile phone.
  • Page 117 Evolution Data lobal ositioning ystem is a system of umber ssignment odule is how the VX8300...
  • Page 118 An electromechanical typewriter that either transmits or receives messages coded in electrical signals. A phone with TTY support is able to translate VX8300 5:17 PM Page 118 typed characters to voice or translate voice into characters to display on the TTY.

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