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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE LG-US550 MFL00000000 (1.0)
  • Page 2 This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the tap screen keyboard. Copyright ©2015 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..4 Calls ............29 Making a call .........29 Important notice ........6 Calling your contacts ......29 Answering and rejecting a call ....29 Getting to know your phone ....10 Making a second call ......30 Phone layout ..........10 Viewing your call logs ......30 Installing the SIM or USIM card ....12...
  • Page 4 Multimedia ..........44 Safety ............82 Music ............44 Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions ......83 Utilities ............46 Consumer Information on SAR ....87 Clock .............46 FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Calculator ..........47 Regulations for Wireless Devices ...89 Calendar ..........47 Caution: Avoid potential hearing loss..91 Voice Recorder ........48 TIA Safety Information ......92 Tasks .............48...

  • Page 5: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    Guidelines for safe and efficient use Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/ or battery and could cause the battery to explode.
  • Page 6 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. Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories.

  • Page 7: Important Notice

    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.

  • Page 8: Factory Reset

    NOTE: If you accidently press the Power/Lock Key while the device is in your pocket, the screen will turn off automatically in order to save battery power. 3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction.
  • Page 9 Important notice Press the Power/Lock Key to continue or either of the Volume Keys to cancel. Press the Power/Lock Key once more to confirm or either of the Volume Keys to cancel. WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted.
  • Page 10 7. Do not connect your phone when you power on/off your PC Make sure to disconnect your phone from the PC when powering your PC on or off as it might result in PC errors.

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Phone layout Notification LED Earpiece Front Camera Lens Touch Screen Proximity Sensor Home Key Back Key Recent Key Back Key Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items such as menus, dialog boxes, and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access Dual window. Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen.
  • Page 12 Laser Detection Rear Camera Lens AutoFocus Flash Power/Lock Key Volume Keys Speaker Headset Jack Microphone Infrared LED Microphone Charger/USB port Power/Lock Key Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key • Short press to lock/unlock the screen • Volume Keys (Whilst screen is switched off) Long Press Up to launch QuickMemo+...

  • Page 13: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card

    Getting to know your phone Installing the SIM or USIM card Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in figure below.

  • Page 14: Charging Your Phone

    USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause battery charging delay or pop up message regarding slow charging, Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 15: Unlocking The Screen

    Getting to know your phone NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging. Unlocking the screen After a period of inactivity, to conserve the battery, the screen you are currently viewing will be replaced by the lock screen.

  • Page 16: Your Home Screen

    Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Tap or touch – 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 tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.

  • Page 17: Home Screen

    Your Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application shortcuts, or Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping Status Bar Widget...

  • Page 18: Customizing Home Screen

    Extended home screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen. Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, widgets or changing wallpapers. Adding items on your Home screen Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.

  • Page 19: Returning To Recently-Used Applications

    Your Home screen Customizing apps icons on the Home screen Touch and hold an application icon until it is unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application. Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size.
  • Page 20 Opening the notifications panel Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications panel, touch and drag the screen toward the top of the screen. Quick Toggle Area Notifications Clear Tap each quick toggle key to turn it on/off. Touch and hold the key to access the settings menu of the function.
  • Page 21 Your Home screen Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator 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 displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device.

  • Page 22: On-Screen Keyboard

    New text or multimedia Wi-Fi hotspot is active message NOTE: The icons location in the status bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text.

  • Page 23: Special Feature

    Special Feature Quick Glance View When the phone screen is turned off, you can see the status bar, time, and date by dragging your finger down from the top of the screen. KnockON You can lock or unlock the screen by just double-tap. Double-tap the center screen quickly to unlock the screen.

  • Page 24: Knock Code

    Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to tap the screen with your own Knock Code pattern using the screen divided by 4 squares to easily turn the screen on or off. You can disable this feature in the Lock screen settings. NOTE: If you enter the wrong Knock Code 6 times, it will compulsorily take you to your google account log in/backup PIN.

  • Page 25: Quickmemo

    Special Feature QuickMemo+ The QuickMemo+ allows you to create memos and capture screen shots.Capture screens, draw on them and share them with family and friends with QuickMemo+. (While screen is switched off) Press and hold the Volume Up key. Touch and slide the status bar downward and tap Select the desired menu option from Pen type, Color, Eraser and create a...

  • Page 26: Google Account Setup

    Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. Setting up your Google account: Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen. >...

  • Page 27: Connecting To Networks And Devices

    Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks > > Apps tab > > Networks > Wi-Fi. Set Wi-Fi to ON to turn it on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap a network to connect to it.

  • Page 28: Bluetooth

    You can use Bluetooth to exchange data between near devices. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.

  • Page 29: Wi-Fi Direct

    Connect your device to a PC using a USB cable. Slide down the notifications panel, and select the Media sync (MTP). Transfer data between a PC and the device. NOTE: LG Android Platform Driver on your PC. Check the requirement to use Media device (MTP). Items Requirement...

  • Page 30: Calls

    Calls Making a call to open the keypad. Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the to make a call. To end a call, tap the End icon TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts to open your contacts.

  • Page 31: Making A Second Call

    Calls Making a second call During your first call, tap > Add call and dial the number. to make the call. Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. Tap the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or tap to start a conference call.

  • Page 32: Contacts

    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 On the Home screen to open your contacts. Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact , enter the new contact's number, then tap the Tap Add to Contacts >...

  • Page 33: Creating A Group

    Contacts Removing a contact from your favourites list to open your contacts. Tap the Favourites tab, and choose a contact to view its details. Tap the yellow color star to the right corner of the contact's name. The star turns white color and the contact is removed from your favourites.

  • Page 34: Messaging

    Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message on the Home screen and tap to open a blank message. Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear.

  • Page 35: Threaded Box

    Messaging Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed 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. You can change the settings according to your preferences.

  • Page 36: E-Mail

    E-mail You can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail 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 E-mail application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.

  • Page 37: Composing And Sending Email

    E-mail Composing and sending email Composing and send a message While in the E-mail application, tap the Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons.

  • Page 38: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video To open the Camera application, tap > > Apps tab > Getting to know the viewfinder Clear view on&off – Tap to display and hide the camera options on the screen. Flash – Tap to choose from Off , On , Auto Swap camera –...

  • Page 39: Using The Advanced Settings

    To take a photo, say one of the following words: Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG. Sets a delay after the capture button is pressed. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo.

  • Page 40: Taking A Quick Photo

    Taking a quick photo Open the Camera application and point the lens toward the subject your want to photograph. Focus boxes will appear in the center of the viewfinder screen. You can also tap anywhere on the screen to focus on that spot. When the focus box turns blue, the camera has focused on your subject.

  • Page 41: Recording A Quick Video

    Camera and Video Recording a quick video Open the Camera application. Holding the phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. once to start recording. A red light will appear at the top right corner of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video.

  • Page 42: Gallery

    Multi-point Auto Focus When you take a picture, the Multi-point Auto Focus (AF) function operates automatically and will allow you to see a clear image. Gallery Open the Gallery application to view albums of your pictures and videos. > > Apps tab > You can manage and share all your image and video files with Gallery.
  • Page 43 Camera and Video Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch. Touch > Apps tab > Select the video you want to play. Touch to pause/resume video playback. Touch to go 10 seconds forward.
  • Page 44 To change the volume while watching a video, press the up and down volume keys on the back of the phone. Editing photos When viewing an photo, tap Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: In a folder, tap and select photos/videos by ticking, and then tap on Delete.

  • Page 45: Multimedia

    Multimedia Music Your phone has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, tap > > Apps tab > Playing a song > > Apps tab > Tap Songs. Select the song you want to play. Tap to pause playback.
  • Page 46 Tap to display the Volume slider bar, then adjust the playback volume on the slider bar. Tap to set audio effects. Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order). Tap to toggle through the repeat modes to repeat all songs, repeat current song, or repeat off.

  • Page 47: Utilities

    Utilities Clock The Clock app to access the Alarms, Timer, World clock and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. > > Apps tab > Alarm The Alarms tab allows you to set varying alarm clocks.

  • Page 48: Calculator

    Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a Stopwatch. Open the Clock app, then select the World clock tab. Tap the Start button and tap the Stop button to stop the time. You can use the Lap function by tapping the Lap button to record multiple milestone times within the same timing session.

  • Page 49: Voice Recorder

    Utilities Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice > > to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE: Tap to access your album.

  • Page 50: Voice Search

    Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice. > > Apps tab > Google folder > Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 51: The Web

    The Web Browser Use this application to browse the Internet. 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.
  • Page 52 Opening a page To go to new page, tap To go to another webpage, 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 suggested keywords that appear.

  • Page 53: Chrome

    The Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. > > Apps tab > NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the Address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page To go to a new page, tab >...

  • Page 54: Settings

    Settings This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone's System settings menus. Accessing the Settings menu: > touch and hold > System settings. - or - > > Apps tab > Networks < WIRELESS NETWORKS > Airplane mode After switching to Airplane mode, all wireless connections are disabled.
  • Page 55 Settings Tap the New icon to create a new quick message, tap a message to edit it, or tap the Delete icon to delete a message. Auto answer – Allows you to answer calls automatically when using hands-free mode. TTY mode – Sets the TTY mode to communicate with other TTY devices. Hearing aids –...

  • Page 56: Sound

    NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage. Mobile networks – Set options for data roaming, network mode & operators, access point names (APNs) etc. VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured.
  • Page 57 Settings Vibration type Allows you to choose the type of vibration. < NOTIFICATIONS > Do not disturb Tap to set notifications. You can have no interruptions from notifications. Lock screen Allows you to show all notifications on the Lock screen. Apps Allows you to set notifications for apps.

  • Page 58: Display

    Select Home – Set Home or EasyHome as default home. Smart Bulletin – Tap the Smart Bulletin switch to toggle it On or Off. It includes an additional Home screen showing customized information. Checkmark LG Health, or Smart Tips. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Select it from Wallpaper gallery, Gallery, Live wallpapers, Multi-photo or Photos.
  • Page 59 Settings NOTE: This setting name may be Pattern effect if the Screen lock is set to Pattern. Wallpaper – Sets your Lock screen wallpaper. Select it from Gallery or Wallpaper gallery. Shortcuts – Allows you to change the shortcuts on the Swipe Lock screen. Weather animation –...
  • Page 60 < OTHER SCREEN SETTINGS > Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. For best battery performance, use the dimmest comfortable brightness. Notification LED Tap the switch to toggle it On or Off. On will activate the LED light for the notifications you select, in the color you set for each one.

  • Page 61: General

    Language – Sets the language to use on your device. Default – Sets the default on-screen keyboard to use when entering text. LG Keyboard – Checkmark to select the LG Keyboard to enter data. Tap the Settings icon to change the following settings: Google voice typing –...
  • Page 62 Deselecting this setting can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage. Cloud Add a cloud account to quickly and easily use cloud service on LG apps. Accessibility Improves accessibility for users who have impaired vision, hearing, or reduced dexterity.
  • Page 63 Read messages: Checkmark to read messages out loud. Message/call voice notifications language: Tap to set Text-to-speech output. Choose Google Text-to-speech Engine or LG TTS+. If you choose Google Text- to-speech Engine, tap the Settings icon to set Language and Settings for Google Text-to-speech Engine, and Install voice data.
  • Page 64 Call reject message – Checkmark to send a message customized for those with hearing impairments when a call is rejected. Turn off all sounds – Checkmark to turn off all sounds. Captions – Tap the Captions switch (at the upper-right corner of the screen) to toggle it On or Off.
  • Page 65 Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other. LG keyboard – Checkmark to enable you move the keyboard to the right or left side of the device. Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other.
  • Page 66 Password typing visible – Show the last character of the hidden password as you type. Phone administrators – View or deactivate phone administrators. Unknown sources – Default setting to install non-Play store applications. Verify apps – Disallow or warn before installation of apps that may cause harm. Storage type –...
  • Page 67 Settings QuickCircle case Activate to make features, such as music, weather, and clock, available in small view when using the QuickCircle case. Dual window The two split-screen can be viewed at the same time. Split view – Checkmark to tap a link on the full screen or attachment from emails to run dual windows automatically.
  • Page 68 Automatic restore – Set to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device. LG Backup service – Backs up all information on the device and restores it in the event of data loss or replacement.

  • Page 69: Phone Software Update

    Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
  • Page 70 Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data. NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and...

  • Page 71: About This User Guide

    Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM SIM or or USIM card Make sure that the SIM or USIM card USIM card...
  • Page 73 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialling error New network not authorized. New SIM or USIM Calls not Check for new restrictions. card inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit...
  • Page 74 No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed function off.
  • Page 75 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the area turn on Proximity sensor around the proximity sensor. Make when I problem sure that the area around the proximity receive a sensor is clean.

  • Page 76: Faq

    Category Question Answer Sub- Category You can connect a Bluetooth audio What are the functions Bluetooth device such as a Stereo/Mono headset available via Bluetooth or Car Kit. Devices Data The Contacts data can be How can I backup Contacts synchronized between your phone and Contacts? Gmail™.
  • Page 77 Category Question Answer Sub- Category Is there a file size Phone limitation for when I Function There is no file size limitation. want to use MP3 file Ringtone as ring tone? My phone does not Phone display the time of Function You will only be able to see the times receipt for messages...
  • Page 78 Category Question Answer Sub- Category You are able to set the phone to Phone What are the phone’s require that an Unlock Pattern be Function security functions? entered before the phone can be Security accessed or used. 1. From the Home screen, tap and hold 2.
  • Page 79 Category Question Answer Sub- Category If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the forgot pattern button. You are then required What should I do if to log in with your Google account Phone I forget the unlock...
  • Page 80 Category Question Answer Sub- Category VPN access configuration is different Phone for each company. To configure VPN How do I set up a Function access from your phone, you must VPN? obtain the details from your company’s network administrator. 1. From the Home screen, tap and My screen turns off hold Phone...
  • Page 81 Category Question Answer Sub- Category 1. From the Home screen, tap and hold I downloaded an Phone application and it 2. Tap System settings > General > Function causes a lot of errors. Apps > DOWNLOADED. Application How do I remove it? 3.
  • Page 82 Category Question Answer Sub- Category I tried to make the 1. From the Home screen, tap and brightness of screen hold Phone to the max but it still 2. Tap System settings > Display > Function feels dark. How can i Auto-adjust screen tone.

  • Page 83: Safety

    Safety HAC disclosure statement This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids.

  • Page 84: Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions

    Caution Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas (or modifications to the antenna) could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or violate FCC regulations. Don’t use the phone with a damaged antenna. A damaged antenna could cause a minor skin burn.
  • Page 85 Safety an association between exposure to radiofrequency (RF) from cell phones and adverse health outcomes. Still the scientific community does recommend conducting additional research to address 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 >...
  • Page 86 http://www.ctia.org/consumer_info/index.cfm/AID/10371. You may also wish to contact the manufacturer of your phone. Can I minimize my RF exposure? If you are concerned about RF, there are several simple steps you can take to minimize your RF exposure. You can, of course, reduce your talk time. You can place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, as the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance.
  • Page 87 Safety hpa.org.uk/radiation/ (search “mobile”). Parents who wish to reduce their children’s RF exposure may choose to restrict their children’s wireless phone use. Where can I get further information about RF emissions? For further information, see the following additional resources (websites current as of April 2005): U.S.

  • Page 88: Consumer Information On Sar

    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 Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Committee on Man and Radiation (COMAR) of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers...
  • Page 89 Safety 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.

  • Page 90: Fcc Hearing-Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices

    found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) website at http:// www.ctia.org/ * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
  • Page 91 Safety 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. T4 is the better/ higher of the two ratings. Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating.

  • Page 92: Caution: Avoid Potential Hearing Loss

    locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult your service provider or phone retailer.

  • Page 93: Tia Safety Information

    Safety Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at which you can hear adequately. When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings.
  • Page 94 * American National Standards Institute; National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements; International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For example, over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).
  • Page 95 Safety 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).
  • Page 96 Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always marked clearly. Potential areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline stations);...

  • Page 97: Safety Information

    The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only. Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the wall power socket. Only use the LG-approved battery charger. Otherwise, you may cause serious damage to your phone. Use the correct adapter for your phone when using the battery pack charger abroad.
  • Page 98 Recharge the battery after long periods of non-use to maximize battery life. Battery life will vary due to usage pattern and environmental conditions. Please use only an LG-approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
  • Page 99 Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers. Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation...
  • Page 100 Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment (i.e., TV or radio) may cause interference to the phone. 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.

  • Page 101: Fda Consumer Update

    Safety Do not immerse your phone in water, liquid, or expose to high humidity. If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. Immediately, take it to an LG Authorized Service Center. Do not paint your phone. The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the phone, or upgrade of the software.
  • Page 102 2. What is the FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones? Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices.
  • Page 103 Safety The FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones.
  • Page 104 mean for human health. Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phone RF exposures.
  • Page 105 Safety research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues. The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research And Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless phone safety.
  • Page 106 scientists and engineers. The standard, “Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial-Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human Body Due to Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental Techniques”, sets forth the first consistent test methodology for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users.
  • Page 107 Safety wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000.

  • Page 108: Driving

    FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/) 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.hpa.org.uk/radiation/) Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive and always obey them.
  • Page 109 Safety When available, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessories are readily available today.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. Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can reach it without removing your eyes from the road.
  • Page 110 emergency number in the case of fire, traffic accident, road hazard, or medical emergency. Remember, it’s a free call on your wireless phone! Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be a “Good Samaritan”in your community. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 911 or other local emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.
  • Page 111 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.

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