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) Important Safety Precautions VX5300...
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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. VX5300 VX5300...
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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.
Technical Details The VX5300 is a tri-mode phone that operates on Cellular, PCS, and AMPS services. It operates on both Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: cellular services at 800 Mhz and Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 Ghz,...
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IS-95. Its battery life is twice as long as IS-95. High- speed data transmission is also possible. The following table lists some major CDMA standards. VX5300 CDMA Designator Standard TIA/EIA-95A CDMA Tri-Mode Air Interface TSB-74 14.4kbps radio link protocol and...
FCC regulations. Don't use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna. VX5300...
Phone Overview VX5300 1. Earpiece Lets you hear callers. 2. Flip Open to answer an incoming call and close to end the call. 3. LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons. 4. Headset Jack Connect it to hear callers or listen to music or sounds through the headset.
ETTINGS & TOOLS 1. My Account 2. Tools 1. Voice Commands 2. Calendar 3. Alarm Clock 3.1. Alarm 1 3.2. Alarm 2 3.3. Alarm 3 4. World Clock 5. Notepad 6. Calculator 7. Ez Tip Calc 8. Unit Converter VX5300...
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1.2. ERI Banner Some content 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. VX5300 2. Backlight 2.1. Display 2.2. Keypad 3.
N N O O T T I I C C E E Please use only an 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.
The correct charger has only one groove on the bottom. This charger will work with all of the above listed phones, as well as the VX3400, VX3450, VX5300 and VX8300. Battery Charge Level You can find the battery charge level at the top right of the LCD screen.
If you press Right Soft Key N N O O T T E E the phone is ringing, the call will end. 2. Press to end the call. your phone lists a [Quiet] while the [Ignore] while VX5300...
Roaming indicator. The phone is outside of the home service area. SSL. E911 Only Mode. AVR Listening. Shown To All. Vibrate Mode. New Messages. Alarm On. VX5300 Digital Only. Battery indicator. Indicates battery charge level. TTY. Voice Privacy. Bluetooth On. All Sounds Off. Speaker Phone.
N N O O T T E E for three [Mute], then to unmute [Unmute]. The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during a call and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted through the Menu. VX5300...
Caller ID displays the number and/or name of the person calling when your phone rings. Check with your service provider to ensure they offer this feature. VX5300 Speed Dialing Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily with a few key presses. Speed Dial number 1 is set to call your Voicemail.
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to [Word] mode. 2. Press 3. Press to complete the word and add a space. 4. Press Call the office is displayed. to display VX5300...
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode. 2. Press 5551212 is displayed. VX5300 Symbols Mode Insert special characters into your text. Choose from 36 special characters including “SP” to insert a space and “LF” to force text to the next line.
Ringtone Sets a specific ringtone that will play to identify the caller when they call your phone. TXT Msg Alert Sets a specific ringtone that will play when they send a message to your phone. VX5300...
Use the keypad, then press to select the Speed Dial digit, then press 6. Press Yes, then press VX5300 VX5300 Storing a Number with a Pause Pauses allow you to enter additional series of numbers to access automated systems such as Voicemail or credit billing numbers.
To delete a pause simply access the phone N N O O T T E E number field then press delete number(s) and pause character (P or W). to save. [Contacts]. [Edit]. Add Pause. Wait or 2-Sec Pause. to individually VX5300...
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts]. 2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to edit, then press Left Soft Key VX5300 3. Use to set as the Default Number and press Right Soft 4. Press A confirmation message is displayed.
Contact entry. Searching Your Phone’s Memory You can search for information you stored in your VX5300 phone. Scroll through your contents from A to Z, or jump directly to a specific letter of the alphabet. Scrolling Through Your Contacts 1.
All / View Timers, then press 4. Use to select the phone number. 5. Press to place the call. VX5300 VX5300 Speed Dialing Allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily to numbers stored in Contacts. You need to set Speed Dials in your Contacts and enable One-Touch Dial before using this feature.
N N O O T T E E download is not fully successful and won't run as expected. You can name each downloaded file up to 36 letters. Special characters such as + , ; = [ ] are not available. VX5300...
2 times to select [GET IT NOW]. 3. Select a submenu. 1. Get Tunes & Tones: Download and play various ringtones or sounds anytime. VX5300 VX5300 2. Get PIX: View your digital pictures right on your wireless phone. Take and trade pictures with your friends instantly.
All Calls / Caller ID / No caller ID / Restricted Contact ID: Press the corresponding number key to set the ringtone for one of the following: Ringtone / MSG VX5300...
Record New: You can record and save desired sounds. Press Left Soft Key [Play] if you want to play the selected sound. VX5300 VX5300 2. Get PIX View, take, and trade your digital pictures right from your wireless phone. Access and Options 1.
Right Soft Key Menu and navigating the options. Exit when finished by pressing 4. When it's not successful, you can try again by pressing Left Soft Key GET IT NOW [Camera], you are 2 times, , selecting [Retry]. VX5300...
Allows you to download games and applications from the Get It Now server. Choose the software you want from the list displayed on the screen. for about 3 1. Press 2. Press GET IT NOW [MENU], 2 times, [Get New App.]. VX5300...
Ending a Browser Session End a Browser session by pressing Navigating Through the Browser On-screen items appear in one of the following ways: VX5300 VX5300 Numbered options You can use your numeric keypad or you can select the items by moving the cursor and pressing the appropriate Soft Keys.
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To change the input mode, press the Right Soft Key . To create an upper case character, press The current text method appears above the Right Soft Key as ALPHA , ABC or abc and allows you to shift input case sensitivity. GET IT NOW VX5300...
Select). The browser connection is terminated when you initiate the call. After you end the call, your phone returns to the screen from which you initiated the call. VX5300 VX5300 5. Get Going Everything you need to know while you’re on the go.
20 draft PIX messages). The 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. [Message]. VX5300 ®...
MESSAGING VX5300 supports up to 160 characters per message. The information stored in the message is determined by phone mode and service capability. Other limits to available characters per message may exist. Please check with your service provider for system features and capabilities.
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On / Off / Edit Save Quick Text Saves the edited phrases in text as quick text for future use. Cancel Msg Cancels message editing and goes back to New Msg menu. 4. Complete and then send or save the message. VX5300...
The Address feature allows multi-sending of up to N N O O T T E E 10 total addresses. 6. Complete the message as necessary. VX5300 VX5300 1.2 PIX Msg 1. Press Left Soft Key 2. Enter the mobile phone number or e-mail address of the recipient.
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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. Use to add slide(s) to your message. VX5300...
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Add To Contacts Editing Sounds 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options]. 3. Select the option(s) to customize. Preview Add Quick Text Save As Draft VX5300 VX5300 Priority Level Remove PIX Remove Sound Add Slide Add To Contacts Editing Subject 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
Add To Contacts Stores the callback number, email address, and numbers in user data included in the received message into your Contacts. Erase Inbox Erases all unlocked messages in your Inbox. Message Info Shows the message type, priority and status. VX5300...
Opened/Read Browser Messages Opened/Read PIX Messages Downloaded PIX Messages New/Unread PIX Notifications Opened/Read PIX Notifications VX5300 VX5300 3. Sent Up to 100 sent messages can be stored in Sent lists and contents of sent messages verify whether the transmission was successful or not.
Add To Contacts Stores the callback number, email address, and numbers in user data included in the received message into your Contacts. Erase Drafts Erases all unlocked Draft messages. Message Icon Reference Draft TXT Draft PIX VX5300...
[MENU], Launch Browser. 7. Mobile IM Allows you to add new applications to send and receive an Instant Message at any time. VX5300 VX5300 1. Press Select from the options by pressing 8. Chat Allows you to chat with Internet Messenger users.
1. Auto View (On / Off) Sets the phone to automatically display the content of received messages instead of having to open the message first. 2. Auto Play (On / Off) Sets the message to scroll automatically as you read it. VX5300...
PIX MSG 1. Auto Receive (On / Off) Allows you to directly download the content when receiving a PIX message. VX5300 VX5300 Erasing Messages Allows you to erase all messages stored in your Inbox, Sent, or Drafts folders. You can also erase all messages at the same time.
Using this submenu, the number is saved as a new Contact. To save the number into an existing Contact, edit the Contact entry instead. [MENU], to select the phone number type. [SAVE]. For more detailed information, see page 22. VX5300...
[Edit] to the highlighted Contact entry. Press [VIEW] to view the highlighted Contact information. VX5300 VX5300 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.
3. Enter your information as necessary, then press 4. Attempt to send your name card using the Right Soft Key [Options]. Let's take an example: Á Á CONTACTS [EDIT]. Á Á VX5300...
To view a quick list of all your recent calls, press standby mode. Access and Options 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Press to select [RECENT CALLS]. 3. Select a submenu. VX5300 VX5300 1. Missed 2. Received 3. Dialed 4. All 5. View Timers 1. Missed List of missed calls;...
Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / View Timers Press Left Soft Key TXT Msg / PIX Msg RECENT CALLS [MENU], to highlight an entry, then to view the entry. to call the number. [Options] to select: [Message] to select: VX5300...
S S h h o o r r t t c c u u t t To view a quick list of all your recent calls, press standby mode. VX5300 VX5300 5. View Timers Allows you to view the duration of selected calls.
Calculator, Ez Tip Calc, and Unit Converter. Access and Options 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Press 2 times to select [SETTINGS & TOOLS]. 3. Press Tools. 4. Select a submenu. Voice Commands, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad Calculator, Ez Tip Calc, and Unit Converter. VX5300...
Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity for determining potential matches to your verbal commands. High / Medium / Low VX5300 VX5300 Prompts Call Alert 2.1.1 Call <Name or Number> Say "Call" and then call someone simply by saying the phone number or name.
Read out / Create New / Erase / Modify SETTINGS & TOOLS 2.1.6 My Account You can get access to your Verizon Wireless account information also by using voice commands. 2.1.7 Help Provides a general guideline to using Voice Commands. VX5300...
7. Press [SAVE] when Calendar information is complete. VX5300 VX5300 2.3 Alarm Clock Allows you to set one of three alarms. At the alarm time, Alarm 1 (or 2 or 3, as applicable) will be displayed on the LCD screen and the alarm will sound.
Press 3. Use Navigation Keys to enter +, -, x, ÷, = and complete the equation. to save it. SETTINGS & TOOLS [MENU], 2 times, [Clear] to cancel the [Operator] to insert to insert a decimal. to insert ±. VX5300...
2.8 Unit Converter Allows you to convert measurements to different units of Length, Area, Mass, Volume and Temperature. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, VX5300 3. Sounds Settings Provides options to customize the phone’s sounds. Access and Options 1. Press [MENU]. 2. Press 2 times to select [SETTINGS &...
3. Each menu above has the options. Tone / Vibrate / Reminder 3.4 Keypad Volume Allows you to set the keypad volume. 1. Press [MENU], 2. Adjust the volume with save the setting. SETTINGS & TOOLS 2 times, to save the 2 times, then press VX5300...
Alerts you 10 seconds before the end of every minute during a call. 3.6.3 Call Connect Alerts you when the call is connected. VX5300 3.7 Power On/Off Sounds Allows you to set the phone to sound a tone when the phone is powered on/off.
2 times, 2. Enter your banner text then press 4.1.2 ERI Banner 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, 2. Set On / Off with then press If you use ERI Service, ERI Text is shown on the sub banner. [SAVE]. VX5300...
2. Keypad 5 Seconds 15 Seconds 30 Seconds Always On Always Off VX5300 4.3 Wallpaper Allows you to choose the kind of background to be displayed on the phone. 1. Press [MENU], 2. Select Main Wallpaper / Front Wallpaper, then press 3.
Allows you to set a shortcut to phone menus using the down, up, left and right Navigation Keys. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times 2. Select the shortcut, then press VX5300 5.3 Language Allows you to set the language your phone displays. 1. Press 2. Use 5.4 Location...
The phone is always locked. When locked, you can receive incoming calls or make only emergency calls. The phone is never locked (Lock mode can be used). The phone is locked when it's turned on. [MENU], 2 times, Edit Code. VX5300...
1. Press [MENU], 2 times, 2. Select Home Only / Automatic A / Automatic B, then press VX5300 5.7 NAM Select Allows you to select the phone’s NAM (Number Assignment Module) if the phone is registered with multiple service providers.
When Ringer is set to mute such as the settings below, Ringer is not activated. When All Sounds Off / Alarm Only is set. Individual contact Ringer ID is set to No Ring. When Ringer is set to mute with side key or [Quiet] (for incoming calls only). VX5300...
2. Press to continue. 3. Use to select a setting, then press TTY Full / TTY + Talk / TTY + Hear / TTY Off VX5300 TTY Full TTY + Talk TTY + Hear TTY Off Users who cannot talk and hear send and receive a text message through TTY equipment.
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6. When connection is made, use the TTY equipment to type in and send a text message operator required or send voice. 7. The voice or text message from the receiver end displays on the TTY equipment display. SETTINGS & TOOLS VX5300...
1. Press [MENU], 2 times, 2. Select USB / RS-232C(COM Port) / Bluetooth / Closed, then press VX5300 N N O O T T E E 6.7 Ringer ID Allows you to set a designated ringer ID when the phone rings.
(HSP), hands-free (HFP), serial port (SPP), dial-up networking (DUN), and object push (OPP) profile(s) for vCard.* You may create and store 20 pairings within the VX5300 and connect to one device at a time. The approximate communication range for Bluetooth technology is up to 30 feet (10 meters).
2. Press Left Soft Key for On. By default, your device’s Bluetooth N N O O T T E E is turned off. VX5300 My Phone Name Allows you edit the name of the Bluetooth 1. Press 2. Press Right Soft Key Yes and 3.
When an audio device is connected, then you select another device and press connection is transferred from the audio device to the other one. In case your search fails to find any pairing device, select found device instead. , the VX5300...
2. Mark the files to be erased using Right Soft Key [Mark All]. 3. Press Left Soft Key [Erase], then press [Yes]. VX5300 9. Phone Info Provides you with specific information pertaining to your phone model. 1. Press [MENU], 9.1 My Number Allows you to view your phone number.
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 VX5300...
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. VX5300 Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of fifteen (15) centimeters or six (6) inches be maintained...
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 Safety VX5300...
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.
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...
If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, use noise-cancelling headphones to block out background environmental noise. • Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less time is required before your hearing could be affected. VX5300...
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American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190 Voice: (800) 222-2336 Email: info@audiology.org Internet: www.audiology.org VX5300 National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda, MD USA 20892-2320 Voice: (301) 496-7243 Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov...
Although the existing scientific data do 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 VX5300...
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The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications VX5300 Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones.
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None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phone RF exposures. VX5300...
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— if they do — may be many, many years. The VX5300 interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
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RF exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC. The FCC website (http://www.fcc. gov/oet/ rfsafety) gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone so you can find your phone’s RF exposure level in the online listing. VX5300...
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SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a small part of the body. It is measured in watts/kg VX5300 (or milliwatts/g) of matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a wireless phone complies with safety guidelines.
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2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped VX5300...
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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 VX5300 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/)
As a driver, your first responsibility is to pay attention to the road. 5. Don't take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an address VX5300...
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Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and if necessary, VX5300 suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road. 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your...
SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value. Because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels to use only the power required to reach the network, in VX5300...
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SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR information on this model VX5300 phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on...
M4 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. Higher ratings mean VX5300...
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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 Bluetooth mode off for HAC. For information about hearing aids and digital wireless...
It includes earpiece and microphone. Accessories USB Cable Connects your phone to your PC. Battery Pack Charger The battery pack charger allows you to charge the battery pack itself without the phone. Holster VX5300...
LG, including damage caused by shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid. Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
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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. VX5300...
Many phones indicate home vs. roaming as an icon, but ERI capable phones can clearly indicate third “partner network” status. VX5300 Global Positioning System is a system of satellites, computers, and receivers able to determine the latitude and longitude of a specific receiver on Earth.
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Teletypewriter. An electromechanical typewriter that either transmits or receives messages coded in electrical signals. A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed characters to voice or translate voice into characters to display on the TTY. VX5300 VX5300...