Table of contents Important notice ......... 5 Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network......29 Getting to know your phone ..... 11 Bluetooth ......... 30 Phone overview ....... 11 Connecting to Virtual Private Installing the battery ......14 Networks .........
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Adjusting the volume when Using your calculator ....... 60 viewing a video ........ 49 Adding an event to your calendar ..61 Unique LG Features ......50 Tasks ..........61 Guest Mode ........50 Voice Recorder ........ 62 Knock Code ........50 Recording a sound or voice ....
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Table of contents Browsing the Web......64 Phone software update ....84 Browser ........... 64 Accessories ........86 Using the Browser toolbar ....64 Viewing webpages ......65 FAQ ............ 87 Opening a page ......65 For your safety ........93 Searching the web by voice ....
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1.
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Important notice Extending your phone's battery life: Turn off radio communications when you're not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or Location, turn them off. Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications. Some applications you have downloaded may reduce battery power.
3. Before installing an open source application and operating system (OS) WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your phone will no longer be covered by the warranty. WARNING To protect your phone and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store.
Turn the phone off. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key at the same time. Release only the Power/Lock Key when the LG logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold it again. Release all of the keys when the Factory data reset screen is displayed.
Press the Volume Down Key to scroll to Yes once again, then press the Power/Lock Key to confirm. Your phone performs a factory reset. 6. Opening and switching applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time.
Important notice Drag the Status Bar down and tap Media device (MTP) > Charge phone. Disconnect the USB cable from your phone. 8. Hold your phone upright Hold your cell phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. Your phone has an internal antenna.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Proximity Sensor Power/Lock Key Volume Keys Turn your phone on/off, Allow you to adjust the restart, lock/unlock the ringer, media volume, or screen, turn airplane mode the volume during a call. on or off, and change the ringer type.
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During a call: Control your Power/Lock Key earpiece volume. When playing audio/video: 3.5mm Headset Jack Control volume continuously. Charger/ USB Port Microphone NOTE: You may purchase a separate fast data cable from LG for higher data transfer speed with compatible devices (e.g. laptop).
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Back cover Camera Lens microSD Card slot Speaker Battery...
Getting to know your phone Installing the battery Before you can start using your new phone, you'll need to do a little setup, such as installing and charging the battery. To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, place your thumbnail in the Charger/USB Port at the bottom of the phone as shown in the illustration below.
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Insert the battery into the battery compartment on the back on the phone. Make sure the connectors align and press down until it clicks into place Align the back cover over the battery compartment and press down along the outer edges of back cover...
Getting to know your phone Charging the phone Your phone comes with a USB cable and a charging adapter. Fully charge the battery before using your phone for the first time to improve your battery lifetime. The USB/Charging Port is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the USB cable into the port and plug the charging adapter into an electrical outlet.
Do not remove the back cover while your phone is charging. Only use an approved USB cable and charging adapter to charge your LG phone. Improper handling of the USB/Charging Port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
Getting to know your phone Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your phone.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Touch or tap – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.
Your Home screen NOTE: To select an item, tap the center of the icon. Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap. Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other keys.
Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen. To add items on your Home screen: Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.
Your Home screen Notifications Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads. From the Notifications Panel, you can view your phone's current status and pending notifications. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen.
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To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification Panel Swipe the Quick Settings bar to the left and tap Edit . Touch and hold next to the items you want to move and drag it to the desired location. Tap the checkbox next to each item to add and remove them from the Quick Settings bar.
Your Home screen Notification icons on the Status Bar Notification icons appear on the Status Bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones. Icon Description Icon Description No signal...
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Icon Description Icon Description Bluetooth is on System warning New Hangouts message Alarm is set New text or multimedia New voicemail message Ringer is silenced Song is playing Phone is connected to PC via Battery saver is on USB cable NOTE: The icon locations in the Status Bar may differ depending on the functions, features, and apps being used.
Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps (the arrow turns blue). Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard. Tap to access the LG Keyboard settings. Touch and hold to access voice input mode. Tap to enter a space.
Google account setup The first time you open a Google app on your phone, you'll be required to sign in with your existing Google Account. If you don't have a Google Account, you'll be prompted to create one. Creating your Google Account From the Home screen, tap >...
Google account setup Signing in to your Google Account From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account > Google > Existing. Enter your email address and password, then tap the Next icon Once you've set up your Google Account on your phone, it'll automatically be synchronized with your Google Account on the web (depending on your synchronization settings).
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or 'hotspot'.
Bluetooth allows you to share data with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and connect to Bluetooth headsets. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
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A list of available devices will be displayed. Choose the device you want to pair with from the list. Depending on the type of device, you may have to enter matching codes, confirm matching codes, or the devices will automaticall pair. Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Connecting to Virtual Private Networks Virtual private networks (VPNs) allows you to connect to resources inside a secure local network, from outside that network. To add a VPN From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings >...
PC connections with a USB cable Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable using the different USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media device (MTP) Connect your phone to a PC using the USB cable provided with your phone. Drag the Status Bar down and tap the current USB connection.
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Connecting to Networks and Devices Items Requirement Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista or higher Window Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher If the Windows Media Player version is lower than 10, install version 10 or higher.
Calls Making a call From the Home screen, tap to open the dial pad. Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap to make a call. To end a call, tap TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.
Calls Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys on the left side of the phone. Making a second call During your first call, tap Menu icon , touch Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialed numbers list by tapping Call logs or search contacts by tapping Contacts and selecting the contact you want to call.
Viewing your call logs From the Home screen, tap and choose the Call logs tab. A complete list of all dialed, received and missed calls is displayed. TIP! Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call. Tap the Menu icon , then tap Delete all to delete all the recorded items or tap Delete to delete individual items.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.
Favorite contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites. Adding a contact to your favorites From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. Tap a contact to view its details. Tap the star at the top right corner of the screen. The star will turn yellow. Removing a contact from your favorites list From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to- use menu. Sending a message on the Home screen and tap to compose a new message. Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear.
View mode for the Messaging app Unread messages are located at the top. Other messages exchanged with another party are displayed in threads and in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately.
Email You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.
Working with account folders Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Folders. Each account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional folders. Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the Email application, tap...
Camera and Video To open the Camera app, tap from the Home screen, then tap Camera TIP! You can quickly access the Camera app without unlocking your phone first. While the screen is off, press and hold the Volume Down Key Volume Up Key on the left side of the phone.
This option enables you to take a picture using a voice command. Choose On or Off. If set to On, say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi, or LG to take a photo. This option sets a delay after the Capture/Record button is tapped. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo or video.
Camera and Video This option sets the location where you want to save your images and videos. Choose SD card or Internal storage. This menu is displayed only when the microSD card is inserted. This option provides a quick help guide. Taking a photo Open the Camera app.
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The following icons appear at the top of the Gallery screen: Tap to edit the photo (such as cropping, rotating, tuning, adding effects, and more). Tap to take another photo immediately. Tap to send your photo to others or share it via social network services. Tap to delete the photo.
Camera and Video Viewing your saved photos and videos You can access your saved photos and videos when in camera mode. Just tap the image preview next to the Record button. Choose the app to use to view and/or edit your photos. Tap Gallery or Photos, then tap OK.
After recording a video Tap the image preview next to the Record button to view the last video you recorded. The following icons appear at the top of the Gallery screen: Tap to record another video immediately. Tap to send your video to others or share it via social network services. Tap to delete the video.
Unique LG Features Guest Mode To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed. From the Home screen, tap >...
A screen that guides you through setting up a Knock Code will be displayed. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your Knock Code. KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to turn the screen on and off by simply double tapping on it.
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Unique LG Features Drag the Status Bar down and and tap the Quick Settings Bar. Create a memo using the toolbar options. in the toolbar to save the memo to the QuickMemo+ app or your Gallery. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo+ function. Do...
Using the QuickMemo+ options The QuickMemo+ toolbar options allow you to easily create memos. Tap the toolbar tab to access and hide the QuickMemo+ toolbar icons. Tap to undo the most recent action. Tap to redo the most recently deleted action. Tap to type text in your memo.
Unique LG Features Tap Paper style to set the paper background for your memo. To exit the QuickMemo+ feature Tap the Back Key to exit the QuickMemo+ feature. Viewing saved memos Memos are saved in the Gallery app or QuickMemo+ app.
Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in the internal and external memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device.
Multimedia Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.
Videos Your phone has a video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. Playing a video From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery Open the album that contains the desired video and tap it to play it. Tap to pause video playback.
Multimedia NOTE: While watching a video, slide the left side of the screen up and down to adjust the brightness. Slide the right side of the screen up and down to adjust the volume. You can also slide the bottom part of the screen to the right or left to fast-forward and rewind.
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Tap to go back to the beginning of the song. Tap twice to return to the previous song. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap to see the Now playing playlist. Tap to access additional settings. To change the volume while listening to music, press the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.
Tools Setting your alarm From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Clock > Set the time and select AM or PM. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. Tap Save to save the alarm.
Adding an event to your calendar From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar and choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda to change the month view. Tap the date for which you wish to add an event and touch Tap the Event name field and enter the event name.
Tools Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. Recording a sound or voice From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Voice Recorder to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording.
Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder > Google+ NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Browsing the Web Browser Use this application to browse the Internet. The Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address and tap on the keyboard. Opening a page To open a new page, tap > To go to to an open page, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the...
Browsing the Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Chrome Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter a web address or search criteria, and tap on the keyboard.
Settings Access the Settings menu From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings Select a setting option and configure the desired settings. Wireless Networks settings < Airplane mode > Airplane mode – Activating airplane mode disables all wireless connections. <...
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< Call > Voicemail – Allows you to set various options for your provider's voicemail service. Fixed dialing numbers – Turn on and compile a list of numbers that can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN2, which is available from your operator.
Settings Call waiting – If call waiting is activated, the phone will notify you of an incoming call while you are on a call (depending on your network provider). < More... > Mobile networks – Allows you to manage mobile data and set up APN for data service.
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Ringtone with vibration – Checkmark to set the phone to vibrate in addition to the ringtone when you receive calls. Vibration type – Sets the incoming call vibration options. Choose from Long Lasting, Rapid, Short repeated, Standard, and Ticktock. Tap the New icon (at the upper-right corner of the screen) to create your own vibration pattern.
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Settings < Home screen > Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Choose from Gallery, Live wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpaper gallery. Screen swipe effect – Sets the animation effect used when you swipe to change screens. Choose from Slide, Breeze, Accordion, Panorama, Carousel, Layer, and Domino.
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Power button instantly locks – Allows you to lock the phone when the Power/ Lock Key is pressed. < Gestures > Silence incoming calls – Flip the device to silence incoming calls. Snooze or stop alarm – Flip the device to snooze or stop the alarm. Pause video –...
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Settings Battery saver – Tap the switch to toggle between On and Off. Turn Battery saver on – Choose to turn battery saver on when the battery charge gets to a certain battery level. Choose from Immediately, 10% battery, 20% battery, 30% battery and 50% battery. Auto-sync –...
Personal settings < Accounts & sync > Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deselecting the Auto-sync data setting can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage. <...
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Settings Location Services Allows you to view and manage your Google location settings. < Security > Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt the phone to keep it secure. After encryption, a PIN or password needs to be entered each time you power the phone on.
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Language – Allows you to choose a language to use on your device. Default – Sets the default on-screen keyboard to use when entering text. LG Keyboard – Tap to change the following LG Keyboard settings: Input language and keyboard layout – Sets the keyboard language and layout (QWERTY/Phone).
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Settings Personal dictionary – Add words to your word suggestions. Help – Displays helpful information about the LG Keyboard. Google voice typing – Checkmark to allow use of the Google voice typing feature to enter text. Tap to change the desired settings.
< Backup & reset > Back up my data – Backup your app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Backup account – Allows you to set the account to which you want to backup data to. Automatic restore – When reinstalling an app, restore backed up settings and data.
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Settings Select time zone – Tap to select select a time zone other than the one provided by the network. This setting is grayed-out when the Automatic time zone setting is checkmarked. Use 24-hour format – Checkmark to display the time using the 24-hour time format (for example, 13:00 instead of 1:00 pm).
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Sound balance – Routes the sound through both the right and left channel when a headset is connected. To manually set the audio route, move the slider on the sound balance slide bar to set it. Turn off all sounds – Checkmark to turn off all sounds. Captions –...
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Phone name – Allows you to change your phone name. This will be your phone name for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, etc. Update Center – Check updates for apps and software provided by LG Electronics. Network – Allow you to view your network, network type and strength, service state, roaming status, mobile network state, and IP address.
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Software info – Allows you to view the Android version, baseband version, kernel version, build number, and software version. Legal info – Allow you to view LG apps rights agreement, open source licenses and Google legal information. Patent information – Display LG patent information.
Each software version is updated sequentially. Even after the update is completed, check if there is any newer version available. LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the...
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
Charger USB cable adapter Connect your phone and PC. Battery User Guide Learn more about your phone. NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your • warranty. Accessories may vary in different regions. •...
Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. Category Question Answer Sub-Category You can connect Bluetooth audio devices such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit.
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Category Question Answer Sub-Category Yes, YouTube videos are supported but may have to Phone Function Is it possible to play be viewed through the YouTube app (and not through YouTube videos? YouTube the Chrome app). What happens when I Phone Function execute another app while Your email will automatically be saved as a draft.
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Category Question Answer Sub-Category Is it possible to Phone Function synchronize my contacts Only Gmail and MS Exchange server (Company from all of my email Email Server) contacts can be synchronized. Synchronization accounts? If you transferred a contact with the wait and pause functions saved into the number, they won't work.
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Category Question Answer Sub-Category Phone Function Will I know when my Yes, you'll receive a notification. memory is full? Memory The phone has bilingual capabilities. To change the language: Phone Function Is it possible to change 1. From the Home screen, tap , then tap the language? Settings...
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Category Question Answer Sub-Category Yes. Touch and hold the icon until the trash can Is it possible to remove Phone Function icon appears at the top of the screen. Then, without an app from the Home lifting your finger, drag the icon to the trash can and Home screen screen? lift your finger.
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Category Question Answer Sub-Category 1. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset. 2. Read the warning, then tap Reset phone. Recovery Solution How do I perform a 3.
For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product. Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred. Repairs under warranty, at LG’s option, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.
For your safety Charger and Adapter Safety The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only. Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the wall power socket. Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
battery. And also, it might cause the deterioration of battery’s characteristics and cycle life. The battery pack has protection circuit to avoid the danger. Do not use near places that can generate static electricity more than 100V which could damage the protection circuit.
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For your safety Keep your Mobile Device away from: Liquids of any kind Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. If the mobile device does get wet, do not accelerate drying with the use of an oven, microwave, or dryer, because this may damage the mobile device and could cause a fire or explosion.
Cleaning solutions Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the mobile device. Wipe it with a soft cloths lightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution. Shock or vibration Do not drop, knock, or shake the mobile device. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards.
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For your safety 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. The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the phone, or upgrade of the software.
Bodily Contact During Operation This device was tested for typical use with the back of the phone kept 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone.
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For your safety gaps in knowledge. That research is being conducted around the world and FDA continues to monitor developments in this field. You can access the joint FDA/ FCC website at http://www.fda.gov (under “c” in the subject index, select Cell Phones >...
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from call to call, depending on factors such as proximity to a cell site, the proximity of the phone to the body while in use, and the use of hands-free devices. For more information about SARs, see the FCC’s OET Bulletins 56 and 65 at http:// www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/bulletins or visit the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association website at http://www.ctia.
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For your safety Do wireless phones pose any special risks to children? The FDA/FCC website states that “the scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless communication devices, including children.” The FDA/FCC website further states that “some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all”.
U.S. Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20554 Telephone: (888) 225-5322 http:// www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones http://www.iegmp.org.uk Royal Society of Canada Expert Panels on Potential Health Risks of Radio Frequency Fields from Wireless Telecommunication Devices 283 Sparks Street Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7X9 Canada Telephone: (613) 991-6990 http://www.rsc.ca/index.php?page=Expert_Panels_RF&Lang_id=120 World Health Organization...
For your safety Germany Telephone: 011 49 1888 333 2156 http://www.icnirp.de American National Standards Institute 1819 L Street, N.W., 6th Floor Washington, D.C. 20036 Telephone: (202) 293-8020 http://www.ansi.org National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 800 Bethesda, MD 20814-3095 Telephone: (301) 657-2652 http://www.ncrponline.org...
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it receives and sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signals. In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U.S.
For your safety Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference; Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. Hearing Aids Some digital wireless 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 line to discuss alternatives).
For your safety Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. 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.
FDA Consumer Update The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones: 1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones.
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For your safety Although the existing scientific data does not justify FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;...
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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. 3. What kinds of phones 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”...
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For your safety exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we do not know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health. Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000.
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this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used. 6. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF? The FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) energy.
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For your safety 7. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency energy exposure I can get by using my wireless phone? All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposures. The FCC established these guidelines in consultation with the FDA and the other federal health and safety agencies.
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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 of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone.
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For your safety 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 Radio Frequency (RF) energy, the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones.
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The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible”...
For your safety 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: Give full attention to driving -- driving safely is your first responsibility; Use hands-free operation, if available;...
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rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC exposure limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
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For your safety SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid/ after searching on FCC ID ZNFL15G. To find information that pertains to a particular model phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone.
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hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult your service provider or phone retailer. FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Report and Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified the exception of wireless phones under the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless phones be compatible with hearing-aids.
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For your safety M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/ higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled.
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Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard. To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for your phone is maintained, secondary transmitters such as Bluetooth and WLAN components must be disabled during a call. When you’re talking on a cell phone, it’s recommended that you turn the BT (Bluetooth) or WLAN mode off for HAC.
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For your safety no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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7.11 Warranty Laws The following laws govern warranties that arise in retail sales of consumer goods: seq], and A typical Magnuson-Moss Act warranty is a written promise that the product is free of defects or a written promise to refund, repair, or replace for failing to honor a written warranty or service contract or for violating and disclosure requirements, the federal Act does not preempt state law.
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