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  • Page 1 LG1500 User Guide - ENGLISH...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Unpacking For Your Safety Important Information Before You Start Safety Instructions FCC RF Exposure Information CAUTION Body-worn Operation Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if available) FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance 9 Cautions for Battery Battery Disposal Adapter (Charger) Cautions Your Phone Phone Components...
  • Page 3 Drafts Settings Delete All Multimedia Messages Write Message Inbox Outbox Sent Drafts Settings Voice Mail Listen To Voice Mail Voice Mailbox Number Download Messages Inbox Receive Templates Text Multimedia Business Card Check Memory Web Access Home Bookmarks Go To URL Cache Settings Clear Cache Cache Check...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SIM To Phone Phone To SIM Delete All Settings Set Memory Set View Detail Information Service Dial Number Check Memory Own Number Settings Sounds Ringtones Volume Ring Alert Type Message Alert Tones Key Tones Display My Wallpaper Backlight Contrast Languages...

  • Page 5: Unpacking

    Unpacking Check to make sure that you have all the parts shown below. User Guide Standard Battery Handset Travel Adapter Headset...

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety Important Information This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty for this equipment.
  • Page 7 • Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust, and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources. • Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or subjecting it to heat. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause fire or electric shock.

  • Page 8: Fcc Rf Exposure Information

    For Your Safety FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone. In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.

  • Page 9: Fcc Part 15 Class B Compliance

    FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance This device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device and its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 10: Your Phone

    Your Phone Phone Components 1. Earpiece 8. Active flip 9. Display screen 10. Navigation key 11. Confirmation key 2. Left soft key 12. Right soft key 13. Message key 3. Side keys 14. Sounds menu hot key 4. Tools menu hot key 15.

  • Page 11: Your Phone's Features

    Your Phone’s Features 1. Earpiece 2, 12. Left soft key / Right soft key: Each of these keys perform the functions indicated by the text on the display immediately above them. 3. Side keys: These keys are used to control the volume of ringtone in standby mode and speaker volume during a call.

  • Page 12: Display Information

    Your Phone Antenna Half mirror Backlight A backlight illuminates the display and the keypad. When you press any key or open the folder, the backlight turns on. It turns off if no key is pressed within a given period of time, depending on the Backlight menu option.
  • Page 13 On-Screen Icons The table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear on the phone’s display screen. Icon Description Indicates the strength of the network signal. Indicates a call is in progress. Indicates that GPRS service is available. Indicates the alarm has been set and is on. Indicates the status of the battery charge.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started Installing the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others. Important! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card.
  • Page 15 5. Press the battery until it clicks into place. Make sure that the battery is properly installed before switching the phone on. 4. Place the battery so that the tabs on the end align with the slots at the bottom of the phone.

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the Battery Use of unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and invalidate your warranty. To use the travel adapter provided with your phone: 1. With the battery in position on the phone, connect the lead from the travel adapter to the bottom of the phone.

  • Page 17: Access Codes

    If the battery fails to charge completely: After turning the phone on and off, please attempt to recharge the battery. After detaching and reattaching the battery, please attempt to recharge the battery. Turning Your Phone On and Off 1. Open the flip. 2.

  • Page 18: General Functions

    General Functions Making a Call 1. Make sure your phone is powered on. 2. Enter a phone number including the area code. To edit a number on the display screen, press the right/left navigation keys to move the cursor to desired position or simply press the erase one digit at a time.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side keys of the phone. In idle mode with the flip cover open, you can adjust the ring volume using the side keys. Answering a Call When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears on the screen.

  • Page 20: Mode(Numbers Mode)

    Getting Started Signal Strength If you are inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. You can see the strength of your signal by the signal indicator ( phone’s display screen. Entering Text You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad.

  • Page 21: Changing The Text Input Mode

    Changing the Text Input Mode 1. When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator in the upper right corner of the display. 2. If you want to change modes, press and hold down key.

  • Page 22: Using The Abc Mode

    General Functions Using the ABC Mode Use the keys to enter your text. 1. Press the key labeled with the required letter: Once for the first letter Twice for the second letter And so on 2. To insert a space, press the delete letters, press the down the key to clear the display.

  • Page 23: Using The 123 (Numbers) Mode

    Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message such as a telephone number. Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode. Using the Symbol Mode The Symbol Mode enables you to enter various symbols or special characters.

  • Page 24: Selecting Functions And

    Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize the phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys marked sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function. The roles of the soft keys vary according to the current context;...

  • Page 25: Address Book

    Address Book You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in the memory of your SIM card. In addition, you can store up to 255 numbers and names in the phone memory. The SIM card and phone memory, although physically separate, are utilized like a single entity known as the Contact List (See page 58 for details).

  • Page 26: In-Call Menu

    In-Call Menu Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. To access these functions during a call, press the left soft key [Options]. During a Call The menu displayed on the handset screen during a call is different than the default main menu displayed when in idle screen, and the options are described below.

  • Page 27: Multiparty Or Conference Calls

    Muting the Microphone You can mute the microphone during a call by pressing the [Menu] key then selecting Mute or right soft key [Mute]. The handset can be unmuted by pressing the Unmute menu or right soft key [Unmute]. When the handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you can still hear them.
  • Page 28 In-Call Menu Private Call in a Conference Call To have a private call with one caller from a conference call, display the number of the caller you wish to talk to on the screen, then press the left soft key. Select the Private menu of Conference call to put all the other callers on hold.

  • Page 29: Menu Tree

    The following illustration shows the available menu structure and indicates the: Number assigned to each menu option. Page where you can find the feature description. 1. Prepaid 1.1 My Phone Number 1.2 Airtime Info. 1.3 Airtime Display 1.4 Serial Number 1.5 SIM Serial Number 1.6 Code Entry Mode 2.
  • Page 30 In-Call Menu 7. Tools 7.1 Alarm Clock 7.2 Calendar 7.3 Calculator 7.4 Memo 7.5 World Time 7.6 Unit Converter 8. Address Book 8.1 Contact List 8.2 New Contact 8.3 Speed Dials 8.4 Caller Groups 8.5 Copy All 8.6 Delete All 8.7 Settings 8.8 Information 9.

  • Page 31: Prepaid

    With prepaid service, you buy wireless network services in advance. Your phone works the same way it did before, with some additional features. You can check your prepaid balance, and money to your account, and call customer service. Prepaid service may not be available from your wireless service provider.

  • Page 32: Messaging

    Messaging Text Messages Your phone receives voice mail notification messages and Short Message Service (SMS) messages. Voice mail and SMS are network services. Please contact your service provider for more information. When the icon appears, you have received a new voice mail.

  • Page 33: Drafts

    Animation: Attaching an animation in a message can be done through EMS(Enhanced Messaging Service). Sound: Attach sounds that are available for short message. Text Templates: Use the text templates already set in the phone. Phone Number: Attach a phone number. Business Card: Attach your name card.

  • Page 34: Settings

    Messaging Settings (Menu 2.1.5) This menu allows you to set up default SMS information. Message Types: Allows you to set the default message type (Text, Voice, Fax, Paging, X.400, E- mail, ERMES). The network can convert the messages into the selected format. The type of message you desire can be set to Text Type.

  • Page 35: Multimedia Messages

    Multimedia Messages A multimedia message can contain text, images, and/or sound clips. This feature can be used only if it is supported by your network operator or service provider. Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message or e-mail features can receive and send multimedia messages.
  • Page 36 Messaging • Reply: Allows you to reply to the sender. • Reply All: Allows you to reply to the senders. • Delete Message: Allows you to delete the current message. • Forward: Allows you to forward the selected message to other recipients. Outbox (Menu 2.2.3) When you press the Send, the message moves to the...

  • Page 37: Drafts

    • Details: Allows you to view information about outbox messages; Subject (only for multimedia message), Message date & time, Message type, Message size. • Reply: Allows you to reply to the current message. • Reply All: Allows you to reply to the all messages. •...
  • Page 38 Messaging Slide Duration: Display the duration of each page when reading the message. Alignment: Set the position of a message and text message. • Image Bottom • Image Top Validity Period: Set the duration for keeping messages on the network server. Auto Download •...

  • Page 39: Download Messages

    Voice Mailbox Number (Menu 2.3.2) Allows you to change the voice mail server number, if necessary. Note Voice Mail is a network feature. Please contact your service provider for further details. Download Messages Inbox (Menu 2.4.1) You can order push messages from WAP service providers.

  • Page 40: Multimedia

    Messaging The following options are available. Edit: Allows you to write a new message or edit the selected template message. Send Via • Text Messages: Sends the selected template message by SMS. • Multimedia Messages: Sends the selected template message by MMS. Delete: Allows you to delete the selected template message.

  • Page 41: Check Memory

    • Multimedia Messages: Sends the selected name card by MMS. Delete: Allows you to delete the selected name card. Check Memory You can check the current memory status of each memory for Text and Multimedia. Menu 2.6...

  • Page 42: Web Access

    Web Access You can access various WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) services such as banking, news, weather reports, and flight information. These services are specially designed for mobile phones and they are maintained by the WAP service providers. Check the availability of WAP services, pricing and tariffs with your network operator and/or the service provider whose service you wish to use.

  • Page 43: Home

    Bookmarks Your phone may have some pre-installed bookmarks for sites not affiliated with LG. LG does not warrant or endorse these sites. If you choose to access them, you should take the same precautions, for security or content, as you would with any site.

  • Page 44: Security Certificates

    Web Access Note A cache is a buffer memory, which is used to store data temporarily. Security Certificates A list of the available certificates is shown. WAP Information The WAP Browser version is displayed. Menu 3.5 Menu 3.6...

  • Page 45: Games & Apps

    Java is a technology developed by Sun Microsystems. Similar to the way you would download the Java Applet using the standard Netscape or MS Internet Explorer browsers, Java MIDIet can be downloaded using the WAP enabled phone. Depending on the service provider, all Java based programs such as Java games can be downloaded and run on a phone.
  • Page 46 Games & Apps Edit: Selected bookmark can be edited. Editing a bookmark is done in the order of URL → Title → Profile(Access Point) → User ID → Password. When creating a new bookmark, same order is followed. The service provider can require user ID and password information, but if none is provided, no input is necessary.

  • Page 47: Memory Status

    Information Menu 4.3 The downloaded programs using the WAP are stored in the phone memory. There is a maximum memory capacity in a phone and once you exceed this memory, you will not be able to store any more programs. The View Information menu allows you to check the available memory capacity in a phone.

  • Page 48: My Folder

    My Folder Bookmarks Your phone may have some pre-installed bookmarks for sites not affiliated with LG. LG does not warrant or endorse these sites. If you choose to access them, you should take the same precautions, for security or content, as you would with any site. For further details, see page 45.
  • Page 49 Note Pictures supplied as default can only be used under the Set As Wallpaper mode. Multimedia Contents The left soft key [Options] will bring up the following options. Send Via Multimedia Message: Downloaded Animation can be sent via MMS. Set As Wallpaper: Currently selected Animation can be set as a Wallpaper.

  • Page 50: Recent Calls

    Recent Calls You can check the record of missed, received, and dialed calls only if the network supports the Calling Line Identification (CLI) within the service area. The number and name (if available) are displayed together with the date and time at which the call was made.

  • Page 51: Delete Recent Calls

    Delete Recent Calls Allows you to delete Missed, Received and Dialed calls lists. You can delete all call lists at one time. Call Duration Allows you to view the duration of your incoming and outgoing calls. You can also reset the call times. The following timers are available: Last Call (Menu 6.5.1)

  • Page 52: Total Data

    Recent Calls External Device (Menu 6.6.2) You can check the data volume and the duration through GPRS by using an external device such as a serial port. Total Data (Menu 6.6.3) You can check the total amount of data through WAP and an external device.

  • Page 53: Tools

    Alarm Clock Set the alarm to ring at a specific time. In the Alarm Clock menu, the following options are available: On: Set the time(hour and minute) for activating the alarm. 1. Enter the menu. 2. Select [On] by pressing the right/left navigation keys.
  • Page 54 Tools up/down navigation key left/right navigation key Note Your phone should be switched on to use this function. View: Press the left soft key [Options] to delete or edit the note you selected. Edit: Allows you to edit the schedule. Delete: Allows you to delete the schedule.

  • Page 55: Calculator Menu

    Calculator Using this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator. The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Using the Calculator 1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 2. Use the navigation keys to select a sign for calculation.

  • Page 56: World Time

    Tools Edit: If you select a memo that already exists, you can press the left soft key [Options the memo displayed. Add New: Add a new memo, up to 20 memos and 40 characters per each memo. Delete All: Allows you to delete all memos. You are asked to confirm your action.

  • Page 57: Contact List

    You can store phone numbers and their corresponding names in the memory of your SIM card. In addition, you can store up to 255 numbers and names in the phone memory. The SIM card and phone memories, although physically separate, are used as if they were a single entity, called the Address Book.
  • Page 58 Address Book You can also save 20 characters of name in the phone memory, and save characters in the SIM card. The number of characters is dependent on the SIM. 1. Open the Address Book first by pressing the right soft key [Names] in standby mode.

  • Page 59: Caller Groups

    Caller Groups There are 6 predefined groups as well as one additional group labeled Others where you can create your own lists. 1. You can set the phone to ring in a specific way and display a preselected graphic icon when a particular person calls you.

  • Page 60: Delete All

    Address Book The following options are available: Keep Original: When copying, the original dial numbers are kept. Delete Original: When copying, the original dial numbers will be erased. Delete All You can delete all entries in the SIM and Phone. This function requires the security code.

  • Page 61: Check Memory

    Check Memory (Menu 8.8.2) You can check how many names and numbers are stored in the Address Book (SIM card and phone memories). Own Number (Menu 8.8.3) Allows you to display your phone number in the SIM card.

  • Page 62: Sounds

    Settings Sounds You can use the Sound Settings feature to customize various settings, such as the: Ring melody, volume and type Sounds made when you press a key, make an error or receive a message Ringtones (Menu 9.1.1) This option allows you to select the required ring melody.

  • Page 63: My Wallpaper

    My Wallpaper (Menu 9.2.1) This option allows you to change the background image (wallpaper) to be displayed in idle mode. To change the background image, proceed as follows. 1. Scroll through the list by pressing the left or right navigation key. You have various preset images available.

  • Page 64: Date & Time

    Settings Date & Time Set Date (Menu 9.3.1) Allows you to enter the day, month and year. You can change the date format via the Date Format menu option. Format: Allows you to change the time and date formats. Date Format (Menu 9.3.2) YYYY/MM/DD(year/month/day) DD/MM/YYYY(day/month/year)

  • Page 65: Answer Mode

    If Out Of Reach: Diverts voice calls when the phone is switched off or out of coverage. All Data Calls: Diverts to a number with a PC connection unconditionally. All Fax Calls: Diverts to a number with a fax connection unconditionally. •...

  • Page 66: Auto Redial

    Settings Auto Redial (Menu 9.4.6) Select On, and your phone will make a maximum of three attempts to connect the call after an unsuccessful call attempt. (Menu 9.4.7) Allows you to attach a TTY device enabling you to communicate with parties also using a TTY device. A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed characters to voice.

  • Page 67: Fixed Dial Number (Fdn)

    Fixed Dial Number (FDN) (Menu 9.5.2) Allows you to restrict your outgoing calls to selected phone numbers, if this function is supported by your SIM card. The PIN2 code is required. The following options are available: Enable: You can only call phone numbers stored in the Address Book.

  • Page 68: Gprs Attach

    Settings Note Note of caution that depending on the SIM card, the order of the menu can differ. The World Phone menu option sets the GSM frequency band between the GSM 850/1900 used in the US or GSM 1800 used in Europe. This phone does not automatically search and set the GSM frequency.

  • Page 69: Reset Setting

    Reset Setting You can easily reset your phone to its default configuration. To do so, proceed, as follows. 1. Select the Reset Settings menu option. 2. Enter the 4-digit phone password. Note The password is preset to 0000. Menu 9.7...

  • Page 70: Q&A

    Q&A Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with the phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for a service or calling a service engineer. How do I view the list of outgoing calls, incoming calls and missed calls? Press the key.
  • Page 71 Why does the phone heat up? The phone may get hot when there is a very long call duration or when games are played or even when surfing the Internet for a long time. This has no effect upon the life of the product or performance.

  • Page 72: Accessories

    Accessories There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Consult your local dealer for availability. Travel Adapter This adapter allows you to charge the battery. It supports standard U.S.

  • Page 73: Safety Guidelines

    TIA Safety Information Provided herein is the complete TIA Safety Information for Wireless Handheld phones. Inclusion of the text covering Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other Medical Devices is required in the ownerís manual for CTIA Certification. Use of the remaining TIA language is encouraged when appropriate.
  • Page 74 Safety Guidelines Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: Do not 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.
  • Page 75 Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
  • Page 76 The battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging. Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your phone model since they are designed to maximize battery life. Do not disassemble or impact the battery as it may cause electric shock, short-circuit, and fire.
  • Page 77 Use of extended backlighting, MiniBrowser, and data connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby times. The self-protection function of the battery cuts the power of the phone when its operation is in an abnormal state. In this case, remove the battery from the phone, reinstall it, and turn the phone on.

  • Page 78: Fda Consumer Update

    Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna. Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery.
  • Page 79 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. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radiofrequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user.
  • Page 80 Safety Guidelines 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 81 These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don’t know with certainty what the results of such studies 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...
  • Page 82 Safety Guidelines The FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world.
  • Page 83 8. What has the FDA done to measure the radio frequency energy coming from wireless phones? The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is developing a technical standard for measuring the radio frequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and leadership of FDA scientists and engineers.
  • Page 84 Safety Guidelines 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 radiofrequency energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers using wireless phones.

  • Page 85: Driver Safety Tips

    This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, the FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.
  • Page 86 Safety Guidelines 3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can reach it without removing your eyes from the road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, if possible, let your voicemail answer it for you.
  • Page 87 9. 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 88 Safety Guidelines its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual 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 general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the...

  • Page 89: Glossary

    To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full advantage of the feature on your mobile phone, here are a few definitions. Call Divert Ability to reroute calls to another number. Call waiting Ability to inform users that they have an incoming call when engaged on another call.
  • Page 90 Glossary Roaming Use of your phone when you are outside your home area (when traveling for example). SDN (Service Dial Number) Telephone numbers supplied by your network provider and giving access to special services, such as voice mail, directory inquiries, customer support and emergency services.
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