User Guide
MFL68842501 (1.1)
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www.lg.com
User Guide
ENGLISH
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from those you see on actual phone.
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Some of the contents of this guide may not
apply to your phone, depending on the software
and your service provider. All information in this
document is subject to change without notice.
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This handset is not suitable for people who
have a visual impairment due to the touch
screen keyboard.
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Table of contents
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Important notice ................................... 5
Getting to know your phone ............... 10
Phone overview ................................. 10
Installing the battery .......................... 13
Charging the phone ........................... 15
Using the memory card...................... 16
Locking and unlocking the screen ...... 17
Your Home screen ............................... 18
Touch screen tips .............................. 18
Home screen ..................................... 19
Customizing the Home screen .......... 20
Notifications ...................................... 21
Accessing notifications ..................... 21
Quick Settings
................................. 21
Notification icons on the Status Bar ... 23
On-screen keyboard .......................... 25
Entering special characters .............. 25
Google account setup ......................... 26
Connecting to Networks and
Devices ................................................ 28
Wi-Fi ................................................. 28
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ........... 28
Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a
Wi-Fi network .................................. 28
Bluetooth ........................................... 29
Connecting to
Virtual Private
Networks ........................................... 31
PC connections with a USB cable ....... 31
Calls .................................................... 33
Making a call ..................................... 33
Calling your contacts ......................... 33
Answering and rejecting a call ........... 33
Adjusting the in-call volume ............... 34
Making a second call ......................... 34
Viewing your call logs ........................ 34
Call settings ....................................... 35
Contacts .............................................. 36
Searching for a contact ...................... 36
Adding a new contact ........................ 36
Favorite contacts ............................... 37
Creating a group ................................ 37
Messaging ........................................... 38
Sending a message ........................... 38
View mode for the Messaging app ..... 39
Changing your message settings ....... 39
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E-mail .................................................. 40
Managing an email account ............... 40
Working with account folders ............. 41
Composing and sending email ........... 41
Camera and Video ............................... 42
Getting to know the viewfinder .......... 42
Using the advanced settings .............. 43
Taking a quick photo ......................... 44
Once you've taken a photo................. 44
Viewing your saved photos and
videos ................................................ 46
Recording a video .............................. 46
After recording a video....................... 47
Watching your saved videos .............. 47
Adjusting the volume when
viewing a video .................................. 47
Unique LG Features ............................. 48
Guest Mode ....................................... 48
Knock Code ....................................... 48
KnockON ........................................... 49
QuickMemo+ ..................................... 49
Using QuickMemo+ toolbar options .. 51
QuickMemo+ Menu Options
............. 52
To exit the QuickMemo+ feature ....... 52
Viewing saved memos ..................... 52
Multimedia .......................................... 53
Gallery ............................................... 53
Viewing pictures .............................. 53
Playing videos ................................. 54
Editing photos.................................. 54
Deleting images ............................... 54
Setting a photo as the wallpaper ....... 54
Videos ............................................... 55
Playing a video ................................ 55
Music ................................................ 56
Playing a song ................................. 56
Tools .................................................... 58
Setting your alarm ............................. 58
Using your calculator ......................... 58
Adding an event to your calendar ....... 59
Voice Recorder .................................. 59
Recording a sound or voice .............. 59
Polaris Office ..................................... 60
Google+ ............................................ 60
Voice Search...................................... 61
Downloads ........................................ 61
Table of contents
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Browsing the Web............................... 62
Browser ............................................. 62
Using the Browser toolbar ................ 62
Viewing webpages ........................... 62
Opening a page ............................... 63
Searching the web by voice .............. 63
Bookmarks ...................................... 63
History ............................................ 63
Chrome ............................................. 63
Viewing webpages ........................... 64
Opening a page
............................... 64
Searching the web by voice .............. 64
Syncing with other devices ............... 64
Access bookmarks ........................... 64
Settings ............................................... 65
Access the Settings menu ................. 65
Wireless Networks settings ................ 65
Device settings .................................. 67
Personal settings ............................... 71
System settings ................................. 76
Phone software update ...................... 80
Accessories ......................................... 82
FAQ ...................................................... 83
For your safety .................................... 89
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility
(HAC) Regulations for Wireless
Devices ............................................. 90
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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. Phone memory
When there is less than 10MB of space available in your phone memory, your phone
cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete
some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.
To uninstall applications:
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Apps.
2 Once all applications appear, scroll to and select the application you want to
uninstall.
3 Tap Uninstall, then tap OK to confirm.
2. Optimizing battery life
Extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that you don't need
to have running constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and
system resources consume battery power.
Extending your phone's battery life:
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Turn off radio communications when you're not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi,
Bluetooth or GPS, turn them off.
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Important notice
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Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.
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Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.
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Some applications you have downloaded may reduce battery power.
To check the battery power level:
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > About
phone > Battery.
The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is
displayed.
To monitor and control how battery power is being used:
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > About
phone > Battery > Battery use.
Battery usage time is displayed on the screen. It tells you how long it has been since
you last connected your phone to a power source or, if currently connected, how long
the phone was last running on battery power. The screen shows the applications or
services using battery power, listed in order from the greatest to smallest amount
used.
3. Before installing an open source application and
operating system (OS)
WARNING
If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the
manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your
phone will no longer be covered by the warranty.
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WARNING
To protect your phone and personal data, only download applications
from trusted sources, such as Play Store. If there are improperly installed
applications on your phone, the phone may not work normally or a serious
error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated
data and settings from the phone.
4. Using a screen lock
Set a screen lock to secure your phone and prevent unauthorized use. From the
Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Lock screen
> Select screen lock > Knock Code, Pattern, PIN, or Password. Some options
will prompt you to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your
screen lock.
Caution: Create a Google account before setting a screen lock and remember
the Backup PIN you created when creating your screen lock.
WARNING
Precautions to take when using a screen lock.
It is very important to remember the screen lock you set. You will not be
able to access your phone if you use an incorrect screen lock 5 times. If
you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.
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Important notice
5. Opening and switching applications
Multi-tasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application
running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening
another one. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages
each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle
applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.
To stop applications:
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Apps
> RUNNING tab.
2 Tap the desired application and tap Stop to stop it.
6. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media
device (MTP)
1 Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable provided with your phone.
2 Drag the Status Bar down and tap the current USB connection.
3 Tap the Media device (MTP) option.
4 Select the Open device to view files option on your PC.
You can then view media
contents on your PC and transfer the files.
5 Copy the files from your PC to the drive folder or vice versa.
6 Drag the Status Bar down and tap Media device (MTP) > Char
ge phone.
7 Disconnect the USB cable from your phone.
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7. Hold your phone upright
Hold your cell phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. Your phone has an
internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this
may affect performance.
When making/receiving calls or sending/receiving data, avoid holding the lower part
of the phone where the antenna is located. Doing so may affect call quality.
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Phone overview
Proximity Sensor
Earpiece
Home Key
Return to the Home screen from any
screen. Press and hold to access Google
Now.
Volume Keys
Allow you to adjust the
ringer, media volume, or
the volume during a call.
Back Key
Return to the previous
screen.
Recent Apps Key
Power/Lock Key
Turn your phone on/off,
restart, lock/unlock the
screen, turn airplane mode
on or off, and change the
ringer type.
NOTE: Proximity sensor
When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically
turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the
phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from
unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls.
Do not cover the proximity sensor with protective film. This could cause the
sensor to malfunction.
Getting to know your phone
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WARNING
Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD
and touch screen functions.
Microphone
Charger/
USB Port
3.5mm Headset Jack
Power/Lock Key
Volume Keys
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On the Home screen: Control
ringer volume.
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During a call: Control your
earpiece volume.
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When playing audio/video:
Control volume continuously.
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Getting to know your phone
Back cover
Battery
microSD Card slot
Camera Lens
Speaker
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Installing the battery
Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up.
1 To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other
hand, place your thumbnail in the Charger/USB Port at the bottom of the phone as
shown in the illustration below.
NOTE: Make sure to turn the phone off before removing the battery.
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Getting to know your phone
2 Insert the battery into the battery compartment by aligning the gold contacts on
the phone and the battery
1
and pressing it down until it clicks into place
2
.
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2
3 Align the back cover over the battery compartment
1
and press down along the
outer edges of the back cover
2
.
1
2
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Charging the phone
Your phone comes with a USB cable and a charging adapter. The Charger/USB Port is
at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the USB cable into the phone and plug
the charging adapter into an electrical outlet.
NOTE:
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The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.
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Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.
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Getting to know your phone
Using the memory card
Make sure to unmount the SD card in the Storage menu before removing it.
1 Remove the back cover.
2 Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing
downwards.
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Locking and unlocking the screen
If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off
and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power.
When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock Key
to lock your
phone.
If there are any programs running when you lock your screen, they may be still
running in Lock mode. It is recommended that you exit all programs before entering
Lock mode to avoid unnecessary charges (e.g. phone calls, web access and data
communications).
To wake up your phone, press the Power/Lock Key
. The Lock screen will
appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock the screen. The
last screen you viewed will open.
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Your Home screen
Touch screen tips
Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone.
Touch or tap – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the
on-screen keyboard.
Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting
your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options,
touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.
Drag – Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger,
move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag
items on the Home screen to reposition them.
Swipe or slide – To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface
of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don't drag an item
instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list
or browse through the different Home screens by swiping from left to right (and vice
versa).
Double-tap – Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map. For example, quickly
double-tap a section of a webpage to adjust that section to fit the width of the
screen. You can also double-tap to zoom in and out when viewing a picture and when
using maps.
Pinch-to-Zoom – Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading
motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, maps, or when viewing pictures.
Rotate the screen – From many applications and menus, the orientation of the
screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation.
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NOTE:
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To select an item, tap the center of the icon.
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Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a
light, yet firm tap.
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Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap
any other keys.
Home screen
Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the Home screen panels. You
can customize each panel with pre-loaded and downloaded apps, widgets, and
wallpapers.
The Quick Keys are available at the bottom of the Home screen. Quick Keys provide
easy and one-tap access to the functions you use the most.
Tap the Phone icon to bring up the dialpad to make a call.
Tap the Contacts icon to open your contacts.
Tap the Messaging icon to access the Messaging application, where you can
view and create text and multimedia messages.
Tap the Apps icon to view all of your installed applications. To open any
application, simply tap the icon in the applications list.
NOTE: To add an icon, drag it to the Quick Keys bar and release it. To
remove an icon, drag it out of the Quick Keys bar.
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Your Home screen
Customizing the Home screen
You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or
wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps and
widgets to the Home screen.
To add items on your Home screen:
1 Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.
2 Tap the desired tab. Choose from Apps or Widget.
3 Drag the desired app icon to the preferred location and lift your finger.
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o remove an item from the Home screen:
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Touch and hold the icon you want to remove, then drag it to and release it.
NOTE: To add an icon, drag it to the Quick Keys bar and release it. To
remove an icon, drag it out of the Quick Keys bar.
TIP! Using folders
You can combine several app icons in a folder to help keep you organized.
Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen and a folder will be
created with both icons in it.
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Notifications
Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms,
as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads.
From the Notifications Panel, you can view your phone's current status and pending
notifications.
When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for
pending notifications appear on the left and system icons, such as Wi-Fi or bat tery
strength, on the right.
Pending
notifications
System notifications
Accessing notifications
Swipe the Status Bar downwards to open the Notifications Panel. To close the
Notifications Panel, swipe the panel upwards or tap the Back Key
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Quick Settings
Use the Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display
brightness and more. To access the Quick Set tings, open the Notifications Panel. The
Quick Settings bar is located at the top of the Notifications Panel.
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Your Home screen
To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification Panel
Swipe the Quick Settings bar to the left and tap Edit
. Touch and hold next to
the items you want to move and drag it to the desired location. Tap the checkbox next
to each item to add and remove them from the Quick Settings bar.
NOTE: Touch and hold an icon on the Quick Settings bar to directly
access its settings menu.
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Notification icons on the Status Bar
Notification icons appear on the Status Bar at the top of the screen to report missed
calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more.
The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.
Icon Description Icon Description
No signal Battery fully charged
Airplane mode Battery is charging
Connected to a Wi-Fi network Downloading data
Wired headset (with mic)
connected
Uploading data
Wired headset (with no mic)
connected
Call in progress
Acquiring GPS Data is syncing
Missed call New Gmail message
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Your Home screen
Icon Description Icon Description
Bluetooth is on System warning
Alarm is set New Hangouts message
New voicemail New text or multimedia message
Ringer is silenced Song is playing
Battery saver is on
Phone is connected to PC via
USB cable
NOTE: The icon locations in the Status Bar may differ depending on the
functions, features, and apps being used.
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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.
Using the keypad & entering text
Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps (the arrow
turns blue).
Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard.
Tap to access the LG Keyboard settings. Touch and hold to access voice input
mode.
Tap to enter a space.
Tap to create a new line in the message field.
Tap to delete the previous character.
Entering special characters
The LG Keyboard allows you to enter special characters (e.g. “á”) when entering text.
For example, to enter “á”, touch and hold the “a” key until the additional characters
are displayed. Then select the special character you want to enter.
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Google account setup
The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to
sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you
will be prompted to create one.
Creating your Google account
1 From the Home screen, tap to open the applications screen.
2 Tap Settings
> Accounts & sync > Add account > Google > New to start
the Google Account set up wizard.
3 Tap a text field to open the keyboard and enter your name and username for your
Google account. When entering text, you can move to the next text field by tapping
Next on the keyboard.
4 When you have finished entering your name and username, tap
. Your phone
then communicates with Google servers and checks for username availability.
5 Enter and re-enter your password. Then follow the instructions and enter the
required and optional information about the account. Wait while the server creates
your account.
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Signing in to your Google account
1 On the Google Account setup screen, tap Existing, enter your e-mail address and
password, then tap
.
2 Once you have set up your Google account on your phone, it will be automatically
synchronized with your Google account on the web (depending on your
synchronization settings).
After signing in, you can use Gmail, and Play Store; back up your settings to Google
servers; and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.
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Connecting to Networks and DevicesConnecting to Networks and Devices
Wi-Fi
With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the
wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges.
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks
To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or 'hotspot'.
Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are
hidden or use security features and you must configure your phone to be able to
connect to them.
Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it to extend the life of your battery.
NOTE: If you are out of the Wi-Fi zone or have set Wi-Fi to off, additional
charges may be applied by your mobile service provider for mobile data
use.
Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Wi-Fi.
2 Tap the switch
to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi
networks.
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Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon.
3 Tap a network to connect to it.
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If the network is secured, you are prompted to enter a password or other
credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details)
4 The Status Bar displays icons that indicate your Wi-Fi status.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth allows you to share data with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and connect
to Bluetooth headsets.
NOTE:
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LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or
received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
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Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are
trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices,
the operating distance may be reduced.
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Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by
Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your phone with a Bluetooth device
You must pair your phone with another device before you connect to it.
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings >
Bluetooth.
2 Tap the switch
to turn Bluetooth on.
3 Tap the check box next to your phone's name to make your phone visible to other
Bluetooth devices.
NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap the
Menu icon > Visibility timeout.
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Connecting to Networks and Devices
4 A list of available devices will be displayed. Choose the device you want to pair
with from the list.
5 Depending on the type of device, you may have to enter matching codes, confirm
matching codes, or the devices will automaticall pair.
Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device.
NOTE: Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may
have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the other device has a PIN,
you will be asked to enter it.
Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
1 Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an
appropriate application or from the Downloads
app.
2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth.
NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type.
3 Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device (if necessary).
Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
1 Pair both devices and send a file from the other device to yours.
2 Tap Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device.
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Connecting to Virtual Private Networks
Virtual private networks (VPNs) allows you to connect to resources inside a secure
local network, from outside that network.
To add a VPN
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings >
More... > VPN.
NOTE: You must configure a screen lock to use VPN.
2 Tap Add VPN network.
3 Tap the type of VPN you want to add.
4 In the screen that opens, follow the instructions from your network administrator to
configure each component of the VPN settings.
5 Tap Save. The VPN will be added to the list on the VPN settings screen.
PC connections with a USB cable
Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable using the different USB
connection modes.
Transferring music, photos and videos using Media device (MTP)
1 Connect your phone to a PC using the USB cable provided with your phone.
2 Drag the Status Bar down and tap the current USB connection.
3 Tap the Media device (MTP) option.
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Connecting to Networks and Devices
Synchronize with Windows Media Player
Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC.
1 Use the USB cable to connect the phone to a PC on which Windows Media Player
has been installed.
2 Select the Media device (MTP) option. When connected, a pop-up window will
appear on the PC.
3 Open Windows Media Player to synchronize music files.
4 Edit or enter your device's name in the pop-up window (if necessary).
5 Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list.
6 Start synchronization.
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The following requirements must be satisfied to synchronize with Windows Media
Player.
Items Requirement
OS Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista or higher
Window Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher
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If the Windows Media Player version is lower than 10, install version 10 or higher.
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CallsCalls
Making a call
1 From the Home screen, tap to open the dial pad.
2 Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap
.
3 Tap
to make a call.
4 To end a call, tap
.
TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold .
Calling your contacts
1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.
2 Scroll through the contact list or tap the Search contacts box and enter the
contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the
screen.
3 In the list, tap
next to the desired contact to make the call.
Answering and rejecting a call
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Swipe in any direction to answer the incoming call.
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Swipe in any direction to decline an incoming call.
TIP! Decline with message
You can send a message quickly using this function. This is useful if you
need to reject a call during a meeting.
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Calls
Adjusting the in-call volume
To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys
on the left side of the phone.
Making a second call
1 During your first call, tap Menu icon , touch Add call and dial the number.
You can also go to the recently dialed numbers list by tapping Call logs or search
contacts by tapping Contacts and selecting the contact you want to call.
2 Tap
to make the call.
3 Your initial call is placed on hold.
4 Tap
if you want to start a conference call.
5 To end active calls, tap
.
NOTE: You are charged for each call you make.
Viewing your call logs
From the Home screen, tap and choose the Call logs tab. A complete list of all
dialed, received and missed calls is displayed.
TIP!
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Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call.
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Tap the Menu icon , then tap Delete all to delete all the recorded
items or tap Delete to delete individual items.
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Call settings
You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other
special features offered by your provider.
1 From the Home screen, tap
.
2 Tap the Menu icon
.
3 Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
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ContactsContacts
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
1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.
2 Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll
the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.
Adding a new contact
1 From the Home screen, tap and enter the new contact's number.
2 Tap the Menu icon
> Add to Contacts > New contact.
3 If you want to add a picture to the new contact, tap
. Choose from Take photo
or Select from Gallery.
4 Tap
at the top of the screen and select the account you want to save the
contact to.
5 Tap a category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.
6 Tap Save.
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Favorite contacts
You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites.
Adding a contact to your favorites
1 From the Home screen, tap
to open your contact list.
2 Tap a contact to view its details.
3 Tap the star at the top right corner of the screen. The star will turn yellow.
Remo
ving a contact from your favorites list
1 From the Home screen, tap
to open your contact list.
2 Tap the Favorites tab and choose a contact to view its details.
3 Tap the yellow color star at the top right corner of the screen. The star turns gray
and the contact is removed from your favorites.
Creating a group
1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.
2 Tap the Groups tab, then tap the Menu icon
> New group.
3 Enter a name for the new group. You can also set a ringtone for the newly created
group.
4 Tap Add members to add contacts to the group.
5 Tap Save to save the group.
NOTE: If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not
be lost. They will remain in your contacts.
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MessagingMessaging
Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use
menu.
Sending a message
1 Tap on the Home screen and tap to compose a new message.
2 Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact
name, matching contacts will appear. You can tap a suggested recipient. You can
add more than one contact.
NOTE: You will be charged for each text message you send to every
person.
3 Tap the text field and begin composing your message.
4 Tap the Menu icon
to access the messaging options.
TIP! You can tap the icon to attach a file you want to share.
NOTE: All functions of the Messaging app will be limited if the LG
Messaging app is not set as the default message app. To set the default
message app, open Settings > Default message app > Messaging.
5 Tap Send (or Send MMS) to send your message.
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WARNING
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The 160-character limit may vary from country to country, depending on
the language and how the text message is coded.
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If an image, video or audio file is added to an text message, it is
automatically converted into a multimedia message and you are charged
accordingly.
View mode for the Messaging app
Unread messages are located at the top. Other messages exchanged with another
party are displayed in threads and in chronological order so that you can conveniently
see an overview of your conversation.
Changing your message settings
Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages
immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences.
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Open the Messaging app and tap the Menu icon > Settings.
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E-mailE-mail
You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email
application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange.
Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account
settings you need.
Managing an email account
The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you to set
up an email account.
After the initial setup, the Email application displays the contents of your inbox. If you
have added more than one account, you can switch among accounts.
To add another email account:
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Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Settings > Add
account.
To change an email account's settings:
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Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Settings. Then tap
General settings to configure settings for all accounts or tap an individual account
to configure settings only for that particular account.
To delete an email account:
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Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Settings > Menu icon
> Remove account > tap an account > Remove > Yes.
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Working with account folders
Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Folders.
Each account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the
features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional
folders.
Composing and sending email
To compose and send a message
1 While in the Email application, tap
.
2 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.
3 Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy recipients. Tap
to attach files, if needed.
4 Tap the message field and enter your message.
5 Tap
to send the email.
If you aren't connected to a network, for example, if you're working in airplane
mode, the messages that you send will be stored in your Outbox folder until you
connect to a network again.
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Camera and Video
To open the Camera application, tap from the Home screen, then tap Camera .
TIP! You can quickly access the Camera app without unlocking your
phone first.
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While the screen is off, press and hold the Volume Down Key or
Volume Up Key on the left side of the phone.
Getting to know the viewfinder
Menu – Tap to display camera options on the viewfinder screen.
Settings – Tap this icon to open the settings menu.
Gallery – Tap to view the last photo or video you captured. This enables you to
access your Gallery and view saved photos or videos while in camera mode.
Record – Tap to start recording a video.
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Capture – Tap to capture a photo.
Back Key – Tap to exit the camera.
NOTE: The memory capacity may differ depending on the configured
camera settings.
Using the advanced settings
In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera
settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key
.
This option sets the image and video size (resolution).
Choose from 3M(2048x1536), W2M(2048x1350), 2M(1536x1536)
and 1M(1280x960) for pictures. For videos, the option is
WVGA(800x480).
This option enables you to take a picture using a voice command.
Choose On or Off.
If set to On, say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi, or LG to take a
photo.
This option sets a delay after the Capture/Record button is tapped. This
is ideal if you want to be in the photo or video.
Choose from Off, 3 sec, and 10 sec.
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Camera and Video
This option displays grid lines so that you can easily take pictures and
record videos.
This option sets the location where you want to save your images and
videos.
Choose SD card or Internal storage. This menu is displayed only
when the microSD card is inserted.
This option provides a quick help guide.
Taking a quick photo
1 Open the Camera app.
2 Point the lens toward the subject you want to photograph.
3 Tap the Capture button
to take the photo.
Once you've taken a photo
1 Tap the image preview next to the Record button to view the last photo you
captured.
2 Tap Gallery, then tap OK.
TIP! To make one of the available apps the default viewing app, make sure
that the Use as default app option is selected.
NOTE: You can also choose the Photos app to view and edit your photo.
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The following icons appear at the top of the Gallery screen:
Tap to edit the photo (such as cropping, rotating, tuning, adding effects,
and more).
Tap to take another photo immediately.
Tap to send your photo to others or share it via social network services.
Tap to delete the photo.
Tap to set the picture to your Favorites folder.
Tap the Menu icon to open the following advanced options.
Set image as – Tap to use the photo as a Contact photo, Home screen
wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper, or Wallpaper.
Move – Tap to move the photo or video to another album.
Copy – Tap to copy the selected photo or video and save it to another album.
Slideshow – Tap to display a slideshow using all of your photos.
Rotate left/right – Tap to rotate the picture to the left or right.
Crop – Tap to crop your photo.
Add location – Tap to add location information to your photo.
Rename – Tap to change the name of the selected photo or video.
Print – Tap to print the photo.
Details – Tap to display information about the photo or video.
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Camera and Video
Viewing your saved photos and videos
You can access your saved photos and videos when in camera mode. Just tap the
image preview next to the Record button and your Gallery will be displayed.
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To view more photos, scroll left or right.
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To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen or place two fingers and spread them
apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).
Recording a video
1 Open the Camera app.
2 The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen.
3 Point the lens toward the subject you want to capture in your video.
4 Tap the Record button
once to start recording.
5 A timer showing the length of the video is displayed.
6 Tap the Stop button
to stop recording.
NOTE:
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Tap to capture a screen shot while you record.
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Tap to pause while recording a video.
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While recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use
the Zoom function.
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After recording a video
Tap the image next to the Record button to view the last video you recorded.
Tap to record another video immediately.
Tap to send your video to others or share it via social network services.
Tap to delete the video.
Watching your saved videos
1 In the viewfinder, tap the image preview next to the Record button.
2 Your Gallery will appear on the screen.
3 Tap
to play the video.
Adjusting the volume when viewing a video
To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the Volume Keys on the left
side of the phone.
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Unique LG Features
Guest Mode
To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the
Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to
be displayed.
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Guest
mode.
2 Tap Loc
k screen type to set the pattern used to enter Guest mode.
3 Tap Allowed app to select the apps you want to allow others to view under Guest
mode.
4 Tap Wallpaper to change the wallpaper for the Guest mode Home screen.
5 Tap the switch
to enable Guest mode.
NOTE: If you have not set a lock code, you will be prompted to create one.
Knock Code
The Knock Code feature allows you to instantly access your Home screen by tapping
a customized pattern anywhere on the screen.
To activate the Knock Code feature
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Lock
screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code.
2 A screen that guides you through setting up a Knock Code will be displayed. You
have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your Knock
Code.
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KnockON
The KnockON feature allows you to turn the screen on and off by simply double
tapping on it.
Using KnockON
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When the screen is off, double-tap the center of it quickly to unlock it.
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To lock the screen, double-tap the Status Bar in any screen (except on the camera
viewfinder) or an empty area on the Home screen.
QuickMemo+
The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to capture screen shots and use them to create
memos. You can use QuickMemo+ to easily create memos during a call, with a
saved picture or on the current phone screen.
1 Access the QuickMemo+ feature by pressing
both Volume Keys for one second on the screen
you want to capture.
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Unique LG Features
OR OR
Drag the Status Bar down and and tap on
the Quick Settings Bar.
2 Create a memo using the toolbar options.
3 Tap in the Edit menu to save the memo to
the QuickMemo+ app or your Gallery.
NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo+ function. Do
not use your fingernail.
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Using QuickMemo+ toolbar options
The QuickMemo+ toolbar options allow you to easily create memos. Tap the toolbar
tab
to access and hide the QuickMemo+ toolbar icons.
Tap to undo the most recent action.
Tap to redo the most recently deleted action.
Tap to type text in your memo.
Tap to select the pen type and color. You can also select its thickness
and transparency.
Tap to use the eraser to erase pen marks from the memo.
Tap to save the memo you’ve created to your Gallery or to the
QuickMemo+ app.
Tap to access additional options.
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Unique LG Features
QuickMemo+ Menu Options
From the QuickMemo+ screen, tap the Menu icon to access the following
options.
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Tap Insert to insert files stored in your phone/memory card into the memo.
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Tap Move to move the current memo into another folder.
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Tap Delete to delete the current memo.
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Tap Export to export the current memo to internal storage or the SD card.
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Tap Share to share the memo with others.
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Tap Paper style to set the paper background for your memo.
To exit the QuickMemo+ feature
Tap the Back Key to exit the QuickMemo+ feature.
Viewing saved memos
Memos are saved in the Gallery app or QuickMemo+ app.
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From the Home screen, tap > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery , then
tap the QuickMemo+ album.
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From the Home screen, tap > the Apps tab (if necessary) > QuickMemo+
, then tap the your memo.
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Multimedia
Gallery
You can store multimedia files in the internal and external memory for easy access
to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures
and videos.
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery .
NOTE:
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Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed
on the device.
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Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded.
Viewing pictures
Open the Gallery to display your available albums. When some applications save a
picture, a folder might be automatically created to contain the picture. For example,
capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder.
Pictures are displayed by creation date in a folder. Select a picture to view it full
screen. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.
Zooming in and out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in on an image:
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Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.
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Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap
to return.
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Multimedia
Playing videos
Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .
NOTE:
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Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.
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If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you
open files.
Editing photos
When viewing a photo, tap the Edit and use the advanced editing options.
Deleting images
Use one of the following methods:
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In an album, tap and select photos/videos by tapping them, then tap Delete.
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When viewing a photo or video preview, tap .
Setting a photo as the wallpaper
When viewing a photo, tap the Menu icon and select Set image as to set the
image as the Home screen or Lock screen wallpaper.
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Videos
Your phone has a video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos.
Playing a video
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery .
2 Open the album that contains the desired video and tap it to play it.
Tap to pause video playback.
Tap to resume video playback.
Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments. Tap once to fast-
forward 10 seconds.
Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap once to rewind 10
seconds.
Tap to adjust the video volume.
Tap to lock a video screen.
To change the volume while watching a video, press the Volume Keys on the left side
of the phone.
Touch and hold a video in the list to access Share, Delete, Rename and Details.
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Multimedia
NOTE: While watching a video, slide the left side of the screen up and
down to adjust the brightness. Slide the right side of the screen up and
down to adjust the volume. You can also slide the bottom part of the
screen to the right or left to fast-forward and rewind.
Music
Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access
the music player, from the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Music
.
Playing a song
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Music .
2 Tap the Songs tab.
3 Select the song you want to play.
Tap to add the song to your Favorites playlist.
Tap to set shuffle mode.
Tap to set repeat mode.
Tap to adjust the music volume.
Tap to pause playback.
Tap to resume playback.
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Tap to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch and
hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments.
Tap to go back to the beginning of the song. Tap twice to return to the
previous song. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments.
Tap to see the current playlist.
Tap to access additional settings.
To change the volume while listening to music, press the Volume Keys on the left side
of the phone.
Touch and hold any song in the list to access Play, Add to playlist, Delete, Share,
Set as ringtone, Details, and Search.
NOTE:
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Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.
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If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you
open files.
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Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and
national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain
permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music.
In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted
material. Before downloading or copying the file, check the national laws
of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.
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Tools
Setting your alarm
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Clock > .
2 Set the time and select AM or PM.
3 Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto
app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo.
4 Tap Sa
ve to save the alarm.
NOTE: To change alarm settings, tap the Menu icon on the Alarms
screen and select Settings.
Using your calculator
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calculator .
2 Tap the number keys to enter numbers.
3 For simple calculations, tap the function you want to perform (
, , or )
followed by
.
NOTE: You can use the scientific calculator for more complex calculations
when you rotate the screen horizontally.
NOTE: To check your previous calculation history, tap the Menu icon ,
select Calculation history.
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Adding an event to your calendar
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar .
2 Tap
and choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda to change the
month view.
3 Tap the date for which you wish to add an event and touch
.
4 Tap the Event name field and enter the event name.
5 Tap the Location field and enter the location.
Check the date and enter the time
you wish your event to start and finish.
6 If you wish to add a note to your event, tap the Description field and enter the
details.
7 If you wish to repeat the alarm, set the Repeat option. You can also set the
Reminders option, if necessary.
8 Tap Save to save the event in the calendar.
Voice Recorder
Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.
Recording a sound or voice
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Voice Recorder .
2 Tap
to begin recording.
3 Tap
to end the recording.
4 Tap
to listen to the recording.
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Tools
NOTE: Tap to access the list of recordings. You can listen to any saved
recordings from the list. The available recording time may differ from actual
recording time.
Polaris Office
Polaris Office allows you to use various types of documents, such as MS Office
documents and PDFs.
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Polaris Office .
Google+
Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network
service.
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder >
Google+
.
NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.
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Voice Search
Use this application to search webpages using voice.
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder >
Voice Search
.
2 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.
Downloads
Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications.
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From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Downloads .
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Browsing the Web
Browser
Use this application to browse the Internet. The Browser gives you a fast, full-color
world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your
mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy.
NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and
downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider.
From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Browser .
Using the Browser toolbar
Scroll towards the top of the page to display the Browser toolbar. The following
options are available.
Tap to go back one page.
Tap to go forward one page. This is the opposite of what happens when
you tap the Back Key
, which takes you to the previous page.
Tap to go to the Home page.
Tap to add a new window.
Tap to access bookmarks.
Viewing webpages
Tap the address field, enter the web address and tap on the keyboard.
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Opening a page
To open a new page, tap > .
To go to to an open page, tap
, scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.
Searching the web by voice
Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested
keywords that appear.
NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.
Bookmarks
To bookmark the current webpage, tap the Menu icon > Add to bookmarks >
OK.
To open a bookmarked webpage, tap
> and select the desired bookmark.
History
To open a web page from the list of recently visited web pages, tap > History
tab. To clear the history, tap
> Yes.
Chrome
Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages.
From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Chrome .
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Browsing the Web
Viewing webpages
Tap the address field, enter a web address or search criteria, and tap on the
keyboard.
Opening a page
To open a new page, tap > .
To go to an open page, tap
, scroll up or down and tap the page to select it.
Searching the web by voice
Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword and select one of the suggested
keywords that appear.
NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.
Syncing with other devices
Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome from other devices when you are
logged in with the same Google account.
To view open tabs on other devices, tap
> > Recent tabs . Select a
webpage to open.
Access bookmarks
To view bookmarks, touch and hold the Recent Apps Key > Bookmarks.
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Settings
Access the Settings menu
1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings .
2 Select a setting option and configure the desired settings.
Wireless Networks settings
< Airplane mode >
Airplane mode – Activating airplane mode disables all wireless connections.
< Wi-Fi >
Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. You can also set
various other Wi-Fi settings.
TIP! How to obtain the MAC address
To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you
may need to enter the MAC address of your phone in the router.
To find the MAC address, access the Wi-Fi settings and tap the Menu icon
> Advanced Wi-Fi > MAC address.
< Bluetooth >
Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. You can also set various other Bluetooth
settings.
< Mobile data >
Displays the data usage and allows you to set a mobile data usage limit.
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Settings
< Call >
Voicemail – Allows you to set various options for your provider's voicemail service.
Auto retry – Sets the amount of time to wait before automatically redialing a call that
failed to connect. Choose from Off, 10 sec, 30 sec, or 60 sec.
Incoming voice call pop-up – If you select this function, the incoming call pop-up
will be displayed when using applications.
Decline with message – When you want to reject a call, you can send a quick
message using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call during a
meeting.
Privacy keeper – Hides the caller name and number for an incoming call.
Auto answer – Allows you to enable or disable Auto answer with hands-free.
TTY mode – Sets the TTY mode to communicate with TTY devices.
Hearing aids – Checkmark to turn on hearing aid compatibility.
Save unknown numbers – Add unknown numbers to your contact list after a call.
Power key ends call – Checkmark to allow you to end voice calls by pressing the
Power/Lock Key.
DTMF tones – Sets the length of the DTMF tones. Choose Normal or Long.
Call restrictions – Allows you to restrict incoming or outgoing calls.
Call duration – View the duration for the last call made, all outgoing calls, all
incoming calls and all calls combined. Tap an option to reset the counter.
Voice privacy – Checkmark to enable enhanced privacy mode.
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< More ... >
Mobile networks – Allows you to manage mobile data.
VPN – Allows you to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
NOTE: You must set a pattern, PIN or password before you can use
credential storage.
Device settings
< Sound >
Sound profile – Set the sound profile to Sound, Vibrate only, or Silent.
Volumes – Manage the volume for Ringtone, Notification sound, Touch
feedback & system, and Music, video, games & other media.
Quiet mode – Allows you to set a schedule to configure the sound profile to silent.
This mutes all sounds except alarms and media and allows repeat calls or calls from
certain contacts to ring.
Ringtone – Sets the ringtone for calls. You can also add a ringtone by tapping the
New icon
(at the upper-right corner of the screen).
Notification sound – Sets the sound for notifications. You can also add a
notification sound by tapping the New icon
(at the upper-right corner of the
screen).
Ringtone with vibration – Checkmark to set the phone to vibrate in addition to the
ringtone when you receive calls.
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Settings
Vibration type – Sets the incoming call vibration options. Choose from Long
Lasting, Rapid, Short repeated, Standard, and Ticktock. Tap the New icon
(at
the upper-right corner of the screen) to create your own vibration pattern.
Vibrate on tap – Checkmark to vibrate when you touch the screen (e.g., touch keys
and make selections).
Sound effects – Tap to set dial pad touch tones, touch sounds, screen lock sound,
and emergency tone.
Message/call voice notifications – Allows the phone to announce incoming calls
and messages out loud.
< Display >
Brightness – Allows you to adjust the screen brightness. Checkmark Night
brightness to set brightness at 0% automatically between 12:00 AM ~ 06:00 AM.
Screen timeout – Set the amount of time before the screen times out.
Screen-off effect – Set the animation effect used when the screen turns off.
Auto-rotate screen – Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the
phone.
Daydream – Allows the screensaver to display when the phone is sleeping while
docked and/or charging.
Font type – Change the display font type.
Font size – Change the size of the display font.
< Home screen >
Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Select it from Gallery,
Live wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpaper gallery.
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Screen swipe effect – Sets the animation effect used when you swipe to change
screens. Choose from Slide, Breeze, Accordion, Panorama, Carousel, Layer, and
Domino.
Allow Home screen looping – Checkmark to set the Home screen to scroll
continuously, eliminating the need to scroll back in the opposite direction when you
reach either end.
Home backup & restore – Backup and restore app layouts and the wallpaper.
Help – Displays some useful tips for the Home screen.
< Lock screen >
Select screen lock – Set a screen lock to secure your phone. Set None, Swipe,
Knock Code, Pattern, PIN or Password.
Wallpaper – Select the wallpaper for your lock screen from the Gallery or
Wallpaper gallery.
Widgets – Allows you to show widgets on the lock screen. To add widgets while on
the lock screen, slide the top part of the screen towards the right and tap the Add
widget icon
Shortcuts – Customize the shortcuts on the lock screen.
Contact info for lost phone – Show contact info on Lock screen in the event your
phone is lost.
Lock timer – Allows you to choose a quantity of time to lock your phone after the
screen times out.
Power button instantly locks – Allows you to lock the phone when the Power/Lock
Key is pressed.
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Settings
< Storage >
Internal Storage – Allows you to view information about the internal storage usage.
SD Card – Check total available SD card space. Tap Unmount SD card for safe
removal of the SD card. If no SD card is mounted, tap Mount SD card. Tap Erase
SD card if you want to delete all data from the SD card.
< Battery >
The Battery charge information is displayed on a battery graphic along with the
percentage of the remaining charge and its status. Tap the Battery charge icon to
display the Battery use screen to see battery usage level and battery use details. It
displays which components and applications are using the most battery power. Tap
one of the entries to see more detailed information.
Battery percentage on status bar – Checkmark to display the battery level
percentage on the Status Bar next to the battery icon.
Battery saver – Tap the switch
to toggle between On and Off.
Turn Battery saver on – Choose to turn battery saver on when the battery charge
gets to a certain battery level. Choose from Immediately, 10% battery, 20%
battery, 30% battery and 50% battery.
Auto-sync – Turns off Auto-sync.
Wi-Fi – Turns off Wi-Fi if data is not in use.
Bluetooth – Turns off Bluetooth if it's not connected to a device.
Vibrate on tap – Turns off touch feedback.
Brightness – Adjusts the brightness.
Screen timeout – Adjusts the screen timeout.
Help – Displays information about the battery saver feature.
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< Apps >
Use the Apps menu to view details about the applications installed on your phone,
manage their data, and force them to stop.
Swipe left and right to select one of the three tabs across the top of the screen
to view detailed information for Downloaded, On SD Card, Running, and All
applications.
Tap an entry to view more information, tap Stop (or Force stop), then OK to stop it
from running.
< Default message app >
Sets your default messaging app. Choose from Messaging, Hangouts, or any other
available downloaded application.
Personal settings
< Accounts & sync >
Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are
actively working in them. Deselecting the Auto-sync data setting can save battery
power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage.
< Guest mode >
Use Guest mode when you let someone else use your phone. They will only be able
to use the applications that you’ve selected. Once you set it up, you can easily put
your phone in Guest mode by drawing the guest pattern on the Lock screen, which is
different from your normal unlock pattern. Tap Help for more information.
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Settings
NOTE: You must set a pattern, PIN or password before you can use
credential storage.
< Location >
E911 Location – E911 Location cannot be turned off on any mobile phone.
Mode
High accuracy (GPS and networks) – Use GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks to
estimate location.
Battery saving (Networks only) – Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate
location.
Device sensors only (GPS only) – Use GPS to pinpoint your location.
Recent Location Request
Displays apps that have recently requested location information.
Location Services
Allows you to view and manage your Google location settings.
< Security >
Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt the phone to keep it secure. After
encryption, a PIN or password needs to be entered each time you power the phone
on.
Encrypt SD card storage – Allows you to encrypt the SD card data to keep it
secure. After encryption, you will not be able to use it in other devices.
Password typing visible – Shows the last character of the hidden password as you
type.
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Phone administrators – Allows you to view or deactivate device administrators.
Unknown sources – Checkmark to allow installation of non-Play Store apps.
Verify apps – Checkmark to disallow or warn before installation of apps that may
cause harm to your phone.
Notification access – Allows applications to have the ability to be notified when
notifications are posted or removed from the system.
Storage type – Displays the storage type for credential storage.
Trusted credentials – Displays trusted CA certificates.
Install from storage – Allows you to install encrypted certificates.
Clear credentials – Allows you to remove all certificates.
< Language & input >
Language – Allows you to choose a the language to use on your device.
Default – Sets the default on-screen keyboard to use when entering text.
LG Keyboard – Tap
to change the following LG Keyboard settings:
Input language and keyboard layout – Sets the keyboard language and layout
(QWERTY/Phone).
Keyboard height and layout – Allows you to adjust the keyboard's bottom row
keys, keyboard height, and keyboard theme.
Show word suggestions – Shows words through text prediction.
Auto-correction – Allows you to choose the level of auto-correction.
Update word suggestions – Allows you to update word suggestions.
Additional settings – Allows you to set the following options.
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Settings
Vibrate on keypress – Checkmark to provide a vibration when you tap the
keyboard keys.
Sound on keypress – Checkmark to provide a sound when you tap the keyboard
keys.
Pop-up on keypress – Checkmark to display a bubble with each character as you
type.
Auto-capitalization – Capitalize the first word of each sentence automatically.
Auto-punctuation – Automatically inserts a period when the space key is double-
tapped.
Spell checker – Checkmark to show spelling errors.
Clear word suggestion history – Clear history of words suggested based on your
input.
Personal dictionary – Add words to your word suggestions.
Help – Displays helpful information about the LG Keyboard.
Google voice typing – Checkmark to allow use of the Google voice typing feature to
enter text. Tap
to change the desired settings.
Voice Search – Allows you to set the following voice search options.
Language – Sets the language for the Google voice search feature.
Speech output – Sets when to use speech output. Choose from On, Hands-free
only, and Off. To turn on speech output only when you’ve got a headset attached to
your phone, select Hands-free only.
“Ok Google” Detection – Allows you to start the Google Search app simply by
saying “OK Google”.
Block offensive words – Checkmark to hide offensive voice results.
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Audio History – Activation is required when using voice activation commands, such
as "Ok Google" or touching a microphone icon. A recording of the next thing you
say, plus a few seconds before, may be used and stored by Google and associated
with your Google Account to help recognize your voice and improve speech
recognition.
Manage Audio History – Allows you to manage your audio history.
Bluetooth headset – Checkmark to record audio through a connected Bluetooth
headset.
Text-to-speech output – Sets the preferred speech engine and speech rate (slow
vs. fast). Also plays a short demonstration of speech synthesis.
Pointer speed – Sets the pointer speed using a slide bar to select it.
< Backup & reset >
Back up my data – Backup your app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to
Google servers.
Backup account – Allows you to set the account to which you want to backup data
to.
Automatic restore – When reinstalling an app, restore backed up settings and data.
Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all
your data.
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Settings
System settings
Shortcut key
Tap the Shortcut key switch
(at the upper-right corner of the screen) to toggle
it On or Off. On allows quick access to apps by pressing and holding the Volume
Keys.
< Date & time >
Automatic date & time – Checkmark to use the network-provided date and time.
Automatic time zone – Checkmark to use the network-provided time zone.
Set date – Tap to manually set the date to use for your phone. This setting is grayed-
out when the Automatic date & time setting is checkmarked.
Set time – Tap to manually set the time to use for your phone. This setting is grayed-
out when the Automatic date & time setting is checkmarked.
Select time zone – Tap to select select a time zone other than the one provided
by the network. This setting is grayed-out when the Automatic time zone setting is
checkmarked.
Use 24-hour format – Checkmark to display the time using the 24-hour time format
(for example, 13:00 instead of 1:00 pm).
Select date format – Sets the format for displaying dates.
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< Accessibility >
Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on
your phone.
TalkBack – Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with
impaired vision by providing verbal feedback. Tap the switch
to turn it on. Tap
Settings at the bottom of the screen to adjust the TalkBack settings.
Font size – Sets the font size. Choose from Normal and Large.
Touch zoom – Tap the Touch zoom switch
to toggle it On or Off. On allows
you to zoom in and out by triple-tapping the screen.
Message/call voice notifications – Tap the switch
to toggle it On or Off. On
allows you to hear automatic spoken alerts for incoming calls and messages.
Screen shade – Checkmark to dim the screen's backlight for a darker contrast.
Accessibility shortcut – Tap the Accessibility shortcut switch
to toggle it On or
Off. On quickly enables accessibility features.
Text-to-speech output – Sets the text-to-speech preferred engine and speech rate
setting. Also plays a short demonstration of speech synthesis. Text-to-speech output
provides an audible readout of text, for example, the contents of text messages, and
the Caller ID for incoming calls.
Audio type – Sets the audio type. Choose Mono or Stereo.
Sound balance – Routes the sound through both the right and left channel when a
headset is connected. To manually set the audio route, move the slider on the sound
balance slide bar to set it.
Turn off all sounds – Checkmark to turn off all sounds.
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Settings
Captions – Tap the Captions switch to toggle it On or Off. On customizes
caption settings for those with hearing impairments. Set Language, Font size, and
Caption style.
Touch feedback time – Sets the touch feedback. Choose from Short, Medium,
and Long.
Touch assistant – Tap the Touch assistant switch
to toggle it On or Off. On
shows a touch board with easy access to common actions.
Screen timeout – Sets the screen timeout. Choose from 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min,
5 min, 10 min, 15 min, and Keep screen turned on.
Touch control areas – Tap the Touch control areas switch
to toggle it On
or Off. On allows you to select an area of the screen to limit touch control. Press
the Volume Down Key and tap the Home Key at the same time to activate and
deactivate this feature.
Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to allow the device to rotate the screen
depending on the device orientation (portrait or landscape).
Password voice confirmation – Checkmark to allow voice confirmation of
characters when entering passwords.
Power key ends call – Checkmark so that you can end voice calls by pressing the
Power/Lock Key.
Accessibility settings shortcut – Sets quick, easy access to selected features
when you triple-tap the Home Key
. Choose from Off, Show all, TalkBack,
Touch assistant, and Accessibility settings.
One-touch input – Checkmark to enable one-touch input. It allows each finger
touch to enter letter or character on the LG keyboard.
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< Printing >
Cloud Print – This menu allows you to access your cloud print services.
< About phone >
This menu allows you to manage your software updates and view various information
relating to your device.
Phone name – Allows you to change your phone name. This will be your phone
name for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, etc.
Update Center – Check updates for apps and software provided by LG Electronics.
Network – Allow you to view your network, network type and strength, service state,
roaming status, mobile network state, and IP address.
Status – Allow you to view your phone number, MIN, PRL version, ESN, MEID HEX,
MEID DEC.
Battery – Allows you to view the battery status, battery level, and battery use
information.
Hardware info – Allows you to view the model number, up time, Wi-Fi MAC address
and Bluetooth address.
Software info – Allows you to view the Android version, baseband version, kernel
version, build number, and software version.
Legal info – Allow you to view LG apps rights agreement, open source licenses and
Google legal information.
Patent information – Display LG patent information.
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Phone software update
Update your smart phone without a PC (FOTA)
This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone's software to a newer
version via Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA), without connecting to a PC with a USB
cable.
1 From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings >
About phone > Update Center > Software Update.
2 Select the desired option.
Update no
w – You can check the new software update and conduct the update.
Check current version – You can check the current software version.
Last update – Displays the date of the last software update.
NOTE
- After the download is complete, you can install the software immediately
or select a later time for the installation.
- Each software version is updated sequentially. Even after the update is
completed, check if there is any newer version available.
- LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected
models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the availability of the
newer version of the firmware for all phone models.
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Notice: Open Source Software
To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source
licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit
http://opensource.lge.com.
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. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you
purchased the product.
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AccessoriesAccessories
These accessories are available for use with your phone. (Items described below
may be optional and sold separately.)
Charger
USB cable
Connect your phone
and PC.
Battery
User Guide
Learn more about
your phone.
SD card
NOTE:
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Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your
warranty.
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Accessories may vary in different regions.
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FAQFAQ
Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are
described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service
representative.
Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Devices
What are the functions
available via Bluetooth?
You can connect Bluetooth audio device such as Stereo/
Mono headset, Car Kit and share pictures, videos,
contacts, etc via Gallery/Contacts menu. Also when FTP
server is connected to a compatible device, you can
share contents stored in the microSD card.
Data
Contacts
Backup
How can I back up
Contacts?
The Contacts data can be synchronized between your
phone and Gmail
TM
.
Data
Synchronization
Is it possible to set up
one-way sync with Gmail?
Only two-way synchronization is available.
Data
Synchronization
Is it possible to
synchronize all the Email
folders?
The Inbox is automatically synchronized. You can view
other folders by tapping the Menu icon
and tap
Folders to choose a folder.
Google
TM
Service
Gmail Log-In
Should I have to log into
Gmail whenever I want to
access Gmail?
Once you log into Gmail, you don’t need to log in Gmail
again.
Google Service
Google Account
Is it possible to filter
emails?
No, email filtering is not supported via the phone.
Phone Function
YouTube
TM
Is it possible to play
YouTube videos?
Yes, YouTube videos are supported but may have to be
viewed through the YouTube application (and not the
browser).
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FAQ
Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Phone Function
Email
What happens when
I execute another
application while writing
an email?
Your email will automatically be saved as a draft.
Phone Function
Ringtone
Is there a file size
limitation for when I want
to use a MP3 file as a
ringtone?
There is no file size limitation.
Phone Function
Message Time
My phone does not display
the time of receipt for
messages older than 24
hrs. How can I change this?
1. Open the message thread that contains the message
you want to check.
2. Touch and hold the message. In the context menu,
tap Details.
Phone Function
microSD Card
What is the maximum
supported size for a
memory card?
32 GB memory cards are compatible.
Phone Function
Navigation
Is it possible to install
another navigation
application on my phone?
Any application that is available on Play Store and is
compatible with the hardware can be installed and used.
Phone Function
Synchronization
Is it possible to
synchronize my contacts
from all my email
accounts?
Only Gmail and MS Exchange server(Company Email
Server) contacts can be synchronized.
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Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Phone Function
Wait and Pause
Is it possible to save a
contact with Wait and
Pause in the numbers?
If you transferred a contact with the wait and pause
functions saved into the number, you will not be able
to use those features. You will need to re-save each
number.
How to save with Wait and Pause:
1. From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key
.
2. Enter the number, then tap the Menu icon
.
3. Tap Add 2-sec pause or Add wait.
Phone Function
Security
What are the phone’s
security functions?
You are able to set the phone to require the entry of a
screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password) before the phone
can be accessed or used.
Phone Function
Unlock
Pattern
What should I do if I
forget my the Unlock
Pattern?
After attempting the Unlock Pattern 5 times, you can tap
the Forget Pattern? option and use your Google account
information or backup PIN to unlock your phone.
Phone Function
Unlock
Pattern
How do I create the
Unlock Pattern?
1. From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if
necessary) > Settings
> Lock screen.
2. Tap Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time
you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Pattern
appears.
3. Set up by drawing your pattern once, then again for
confirmation.
Phone Function
Memory
Will I know when my
memory is full?
Yes, you will receive a notification.
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FAQ
Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Phone Function
Language Support
Is it possible to change
the language?
The phone has bilingual capabilities.
To change the language:
1. From the Home screen, tap
, then tap Settings .
2. Tap Language & input > Language.
3. Tap the desired language.
Phone Function
VPN
How do I set up a VPN?
VPN access configuration is different according to each
company. To configure VPN access from your phone, you
must obtain the details from your company’s network
administrator.
Phone Function
Screen time out
My screen turns off after
only 15 seconds. How
can I change the amount
of time for the backlight
to turn off?
1. From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if
necessary) > Settings
> Display.
2. Tap Screen timeout.
3. Tap the preferred screen backlight timeout time.
Phone Function
Audible tap tones
When I dial a number, the
phone plays tones. How
do I turn this off?
1. From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if
necessary) > Settings
> Sound > Sound
effects.
2. Tap Dial pad touch tones to remove the checkmark
and disable the function.
Phone Function
Wi-Fi & 3G
When Wi-Fi and 3G are
both available, which
service will my phone
use?
When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi
connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set
to On). However, there will be no notification when your
phone switches from one to the other.
To know which data connection is being used, view the
3G or Wi-Fi icon at the top of your screen.
Phone Function
Home screen
Is it possible to remove
an application from the
Home screen?
Yes. Just touch and hold the icon until the trash can icon
appears at the top of the screen. Then, without lifting
your finger, drag the icon to the trash can.
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Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Phone Function
Application
I downloaded an
application and it causes
a lot of errors. How do I
remove it?
1. From the Home screen, tap
> Apps tab (if
necessary) > Settings
> Apps.
2. Tap a tab at the top of the screen and the application.
3. Then tap Uninstall and OK to confirm.
Phone Function
Charger
Is it possible to charge
my phone by USB cable
without installing the
necessary USB driver?
Yes, the phone will get charged by the USB cable
irrespective of whether the necessary drivers are
installed or not.
Phone Function
Ringtones
Can I use music files for
my ringtone?
Yes. After saving a music file you can use it for your
ringtone.
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Touch and hold a song in a library list. In the menu
that opens, tap Set as ringtone.
Phone Function
Alarm
Will my alarm be audible
or will it go off if the
phone is turned off?
No, this is not supported.
Phone Function
Alarm
If my Ringer Volume is
set to Off or Vibrate, will I
hear my Alarm?
Your Alarm is programmed to be audible even in these
scenarios.
Phone Spec
Band
Which wireless bands are
supported by the phone?
Your phone is able to operate on the 800Mhz and
1900MHz bands.
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FAQ
Category
Sub-Category
Question Answer
Recovery Solution
Factory Reset
How do I perform a
factory reset?
1. From the Home screen, tap
.
2. Tap Settings
> Backup & reset > Factory
data reset.
3. Read the warning and tap Reset phone.
4. Tap Delete all and OK to confirm.
Attention:
If a factory reset is performed, all installed
application and user data will be erased. Please
remember to back up any important data before
performing a factory reset.
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For your safety
The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is
1.19 W/Kg (1g) and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is
1.17 W/Kg (1g) (body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending
upon available accessories and FCC requirements).
While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and at various
positions, they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all
reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines.
SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under
the Display Grant section of http://www. fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid/ after searching on FCC
ID ZNFL16C.
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To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not expose to temperature above 50°C (122°F),
or dispose of in fire.
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To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not dispose of in fire or water.
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Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred.
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There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of
fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, expose
to temperature above 50°C (122°F), or dispose of in fire or water. Keep this
product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Keep the battery
or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
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Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave
ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
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For your safety
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Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that do not
contain any metal. Please only use an approved charging accessory to charge your
LG phone. Improper handling of the Accessory/Charger Port, as well as the use of
an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
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Only use the approved battery charger. Otherwise, you may cause serious damage
to your phone.
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for
Wireless Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Report and
Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified the exception of wireless phones under the
Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless phones
be compatible with hearing-aids. The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable
access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing disabilities.
While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise, and phones
also vary in the amount of interference they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones,
to assist hearing device users to find phones that may be compatible with their
hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that are rated have the
rating on their box or a label located on the box.
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The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing
device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to
interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying out the
phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to
generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is
the better/ higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate
less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. 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.
Higher ratings mean that the hearing device is relatively immune to interference
noise.
The hearing aid and wireless phone rating values are then added together. A sum of
5 is considered acceptable for normal use. A sum of 6 is considered for best use.
In the example to the left, if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating
and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the
two values equal M5. This should provide the hearing aid user with
“normal usage” while using their hearing aid with the particular
wireless phone. “Normal usage” in this context is defined as a signal
quality that’s acceptable for normal operation.
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For your safety
The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark. The T mark is intended
to be synonymous with the UT mark. The M and T marks are recommended by the
Alliance for Telecommunications Industries Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are
referenced in Section 20.19 of the FCC Rules. The HAC rating and measurement
procedure are described in the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19
standard. To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for your phone is
maintained, secondary transmitters such as Bluetooth and WLAN components must
be disabled during a call.
When you’re talking on a cell phone, it’s recommended that you turn the BT
(Bluetooth) or WLAN mode off for HAC.
For information about hearing aids and digital wireless phones
Wireless Phones and Hearing Aid Accessibility
http://www.accesswireless.org/
Gallaudet University, RERC
http://tap.gallaudet.edu/Voice/
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf
Hearing Loss Association of America [HLAA]
http://hearingloss.org/content/telephones-and-mobile-devices
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7.11 Warranty Laws
The following laws govern warranties that arise in retail sales of consumer goods:
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Safety
Safety Information
Please read and observe the following
information for safe and proper use of your
phone and to prevent damage.
WARNING! This product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or reproductive
harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Caution: Violation of the instructions may
cause minor or serious damage to the
product.
• For your safety, do not remove the
battery incorporated in the product.
• Do not disassemble or open crush, bend
or deform, puncture or shred.
• Repairs under warranty, at LG’s
option, may include replacement
parts or boards that are either new or
reconditioned, provided that they have
functionality equal to that of the parts
being replaced.
• Do not modify or remanufacture,
attempt to insert foreign objects into the
battery, immerse or expose to water or
other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or
other hazard.
• Avoid dropping the phone. If the phone
is dropped, especially on a hard surface,
and the user suspects damage, take it
to a service center for inspection.
• For those host devices that utilize a
USB port as a charging source, the
host device’s user manual shall include
a statement that the phone shall only
be connected to products that bear the
USB-IF logo or have completed the
USB-IF compliance program.
Charger and Adapter Safety
• The charger and adapter are intended
for indoor use only.
• Insert the battery pack charger vertically
into the wall power socket.
• Unplug the power cord and charger
during lightning storms to avoid electric
shock or fire.
• Use the correct adapter for your phone
when using the battery pack charger
abroad.
Battery Information and Care
• Please read the manual of specified
charger about charging method.
• Do not damage the power cord by
bending, twisting, or heating. Do not use
the plug if it is loose as it may cause
electric shock or fire. Do not place any
heavy items on the power cord. Do not
allow the power cord to be crimped as it
may cause electric shock or fire.
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• Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning
your phone, and clean the power
plug pin when it’s dirty. When using
the power plug, ensure that it’s firmly
connected. If not, it may cause excessive
heat or fire. If you put your phone in
a pocket or bag without covering the
receptacle of the phone (power plug
pin), metallic articles (such as a coin,
paperclip or pen) may short-circuit the
phone. Short-circuit of the terminal
may damage the battery and cause an
explosion. Always cover the receptacle
when not in use.
• Charging temperature range is between
0°C/32°F and 45°C /113 °F. Do not
charge the battery out of recommended
temperature range. Charging out of
recommended range might cause the
generating heat or serious damage of
battery. And also, it might cause the
deterioration of battery’s characteristics
and cycle life.
• The battery pack has protection
circuit to avoid the danger. Do not use
near places that can generate static
electricity more than 100V which could
damage the protection circuit. Damaged
protection circuits may generate smoke,
rupture or ignite.
• When using the battery for the first time,
if it emits a bad smell, you see rust on
it, or anything else abnormal, do not use
the equipment and bring the battery to
the shop which it was bought.
• 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 place or answer calls while
charging the phone as it may short-
circuit the phone and/or cause electric
shock or fire.
• Do not use harsh chemicals (such
as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or
detergents to clean your phone. This
could cause a fire.
• Always unplug the charger from the wall
socket after the phone is fully charged
to save unnecessary power consumption
of the charger.
Care and Maintenance
Your mobile device is a product of superior
design and craftsmanship and should be
treated with care. The suggestions below
will help you fulfill any warranty obligations
and allow you to enjoy this product for many
years:
Keep your Mobile Device away from:
Liquids of any kind
Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation,
humidity, and liquids contain minerals
that will corrode electronic circuits. If
the mobile device does get wet, do not
accelerate drying with the use of an oven,
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microwave, or dryer, because this may
damage the mobile device and could
cause a fire or explosion.
Do not use the mobile device with a wet
hand.
Doing so may cause an electric shock to
you or damage to the mobile device.
Extreme heat or cold
• Avoid temperatures below 0°C /32°F or
above 45°C /113°F.
• Use your phone in temperatures
between 0°C /32°F and 40°C /104°F,
if possible. Exposing your phone to
extremely low or high temperatures may
result in damage, malfunction, or even
explosion.
Microwaves
Do not try to dry your mobile device in a
microwave oven. Doing so may cause
a fire
or explosion.
Dust and dirt
Do not expose your mobile device to dust,
dirt, or sand.
Sunscreen lotion
Do not expose or wear your device to any
liquid like sunscreen lotion.
Doing so may cause your device to or
damage to the mobile device.
Cleaning solutions
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning
solvents, or strong detergents to clean
the
mobile device.
Wipe it with a soft cloths lightly dampened
in a mild soap-and-water solution.
Shock or vibration
Do not drop, knock, or shake the mobile
device.
Rough handling can break internal circuit
boards.
Paint
Do not paint the mobile device. Paint can
clog the device’smoving parts or
ventilation
openings and prevent proper operation.
General Notice
• An emergency call can be made only
within a service area. For an emergency
call, make sure that you are within a
service area and that the phone is
turned on.
• Do not place items containing magnetic
components such as a credit card,
phone card, bank book, or subway ticket
near your phone. The magnetism of the
phone may damage the data stored in
the magnetic strip.
• Talking on your phone for a long period
of time may reduce call quality due to
heat generated during use.
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• When the phone is not used for a long
period time, store it in a safe place with
the power cord unplugged.
• 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.
• The data saved in your phone might
be deleted due to careless use, repair
of the phone, or upgrade of the
software. Please backup your important
phone numbers. (Ringtones, text
messages, voice messages, pictures,
and videos could also be deleted.) The
manufacturer is not liable for damage
due to the loss of data.
• When you use the phone in public
places, set the ringtone to vibration so
you don’t disturb others.
• Do not turn your phone on or off when
putting it to your ear.
• Your phone is an electronic device that
generates heat during normal operation.
Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact
in the absence of adequate ventilation
may result in discomfort or minor burns.
Therefore, use care when handling
your phone during or immediately after
operation.
Use accessories, such as earphones and
headsets, with caution. Ensure that
cables
are tucked away safely and do not touch
the antenna unnecessarily.
Part 15.19 statement
This device complies with part 15 of FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that causes undesired operation.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with
the back of the phone kept 0.59 inches
(1.5 cm) from the body. To comply with FCC
RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.59 inches (1.5 cm)
must be maintained between the user’s
body and the back of the phone. Third-party
belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories
containing metallic components may not
be used. Avoid the use of accessories
that cannot maintain 0.59 inches (1.5 cm)
distance between the user’s body and the
back of the phone and have not been tested
for compliance with FCC RF exposure limits.
Consumer Information About
Radio Frequency Emissions
Your wireless phone, which contains a
radio transmitter and receiver, emits radio
frequency energy during use. The following
consumer information addresses commonly
asked questions about the health effects of
wireless phones.
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Are wireless phones safe?
Scientific research on the subject of
wireless phones and radio frequency (“RF”)
energy has been conducted worldwide for
many years, and continues. In the United
States, the Food and Drug Administration
(“FDA”) and the Federal Communications
Commission (“FCC”) set policies and
procedures for wireless phones. The FDA
issued a website publication on health issues
related to cell phone usage where it states,
“The scientific community at large …believes
that the weight of scientific evidence does
not show 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 > Research). You can
also contact the FDA toll-free at (888) 463-
6332 or (888) INFO-FDA. In June 2000,
the FDA entered into a cooperative research
and development agreement through
which additional scientific research is being
conducted. The FCC issued its own website
publication stating that “there is no scientific
evidence that proves that wireless phone
usage can lead to cancer or a variety of other
problems, including headaches, dizziness
or memory loss.”This publication is available
at http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/cellular.html or
through the FCC at (888) 225-5322 or
(888) CALL-FCC.
What does “SAR” mean?
In 1996, the FCC, working with the FDA, the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and
other agencies, established RF exposure
safety guidelines for wireless phones in
the United States. Before a wireless phone
model is available for sale to the public, it
must be tested by the manufacturer and
certified to the FCC that it does not exceed
limits established by the FCC. One of these
limits is expressed as a Specific Absorption
Rate, or “SAR.” SAR is a measure of the
rate of absorption of RF energy in the body.
Tests for SAR are conducted with the phone
transmitting at its highest power level in all
tested frequency bands. Since 1996, the
FCC has required that the SAR of handheld
wireless phones not exceed 1.6 watts per
kilogram, averaged over one gram of tissue.
Although the SAR is determined at the
highest power level, the actual SAR value of
a wireless phone while operating can be less
than the reported SAR value. This is because
the SAR value may vary from call to call,
depending on factors such as proximity to
a cell site, the proximity of the phone to the
body while in use, and the use of hands-free
devices. For more information about SARs,
see the FCC’s OET Bulletins 56 and 65 at
http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_
Technology/Documents/bulletins or visit
the Cellular Telecommunications Industry
Association website at http://www.ctia.org/
consumer_info/index.cfm/AID/10371. You
may also wish to contact the manufacturer
of your phone.
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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. The FDA/FCC
website states that “hands-free kits can be
used with wireless phones for convenience
and comfort. These systems reduce the
absorption of RF energy in the head because
the phone, which is the source of the RF
emissions, will not be placed against the
head. On the other hand, if the phone is
mounted against the waist or other part of
the body during use, then that part of the
body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless
phones marketed in the U.S. are required
to meet safety requirements regardless of
whether they are used against the head
or against the body. Either configuration
should result in compliance with the safety
limit.”Also, if you use your wireless phone
while in a car, you can use a phone with an
antenna on the outside of the vehicle. You
should also read and follow your wireless
phone manufacturer’s instructions for the
safe operation of your phone.
Do wireless phones pose any
special risks to children?
The FDA/FCC website states that “the
scientific evidence does not show a danger
to users of wireless communication devices,
including children.”The FDA/FCC website
further states that “some groups sponsored
by other national governments have advised
that children be discouraged from using
wireless phones at all”. For example, the
Stewart Report from the United Kingdom
[“UK”] made such a recommendation in
December 2000. In this report a group of
independent experts noted that no evidence
exists that using a cell phone causes brain
tumors or other ill effects. [The UK’s]
recommendation to limit cell phone use by
children was strictly precautionary; it was not
based on scientific evidence that any health
hazard exists. A copy of the UK’s leaflet is
available at http://www.dh.gov.uk (search
“mobile”), or you can write to: NRPB, Chilton,
Didcot, Oxon OX11 ORQ, United Kingdom.
Copies of the UK’s annual reports on mobile
phones and RF are available online at www.
iegmp.org.uk and http://www.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. Food and Drug Administration
FDA Consumer magazine November-
December 2000 Telephone: (888) INFO-
FDA http://www.fda.gov (Under “c”in
the subject index, select Cell Phones >
Research.)
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U.S. Federal Communications
Commission
445 12th Street, S.W. Washington, D.C.
20554 Telephone: (888) 225-5322 http://
www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety
Independent Expert Group on
Mobile Phones
http://www.iegmp.org.uk
Royal Society of Canada Expert
Panels on Potential Health Risks
of Radio Frequency Fields from
Wireless Telecommunication
Devices
283 Sparks Street Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7X9
Canada Telephone: (613) 991-6990 http://
www.rsc.ca/index.php?page=Expert_Panels_
RF&Lang_id=120
World Health Organization
Avenue Appia 20
1211 Geneva 27
Switzerland
Telephone: 011 41 22 791 21 11
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/
fs193/en/
International Commission on Non-
Ionizing
Radiation Protection c/o Bundesamt fur
Strahlenschutz
Ingolstaedter Landstr. 1
85764 Oberschleissheim
Germany
Telephone: 011 49 1888 333 2156
http://www.icnirp.de
American National Standards
Institute
1819 L Street, N.W., 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036
Telephone: (202) 293-8020
http://www.ansi.org
National Council on Radiation
Protection and Measurements
7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 800
Bethesda, MD 20814-3095
Telephone: (301) 657-2652
http://www.ncrponline.org
Engineering in Medicine and
Biology Society, Committee on
Man and Radiation (COMAR)
of the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers
http://ewh.ieee.org/soc/embs/comar/
TIA Safety Information
The following is the complete TIA Safety
Information for wireless handheld phones.
Exposure to Radio Frequency
Signal
Your wireless handheld portable phone is
a low power radio transmitter and receiver.
When ON, it receives and sends out Radio
Frequency (RF) signals.
In August, 1996, the Federal
Communications Commissions (FCC)
adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety
levels for handheld wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety
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standards previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies:
ANSI C95.1 (1992) *
NCRP Report 86 (1986)
ICNIRP (1996)
* 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).
The design of your phone complies with the
FCC guidelines (and those standards).
Antenna Care
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.
Tips on Efficient Operation
For your phone to operate most efficiently:
Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when
the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna
affects call quality and may cause
the phone to operate at a higher power level
than otherwise needed.
Electronic Devices
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.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers
Association recommends that a minimum
separation of six (6) inches be maintained
between a handheld wireless phone and a
pacemaker to avoid potential interference
with the pacemaker. These recommendations
are consistent with the independent research
by and recommendations of Wireless
Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
• Should ALWAYS keep the phone more
than six (6) inches from their pacemaker
when the phone is turned ON;
• Should not carry the phone in a breast
pocket;
• 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
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interference, you may want to consult your
service provider (or call the customer service
line to discuss alternatives).
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device,
consult the manufacturer of your device
to determine if it is adequately shielded
from external RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this
information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities
when any regulations posted in these areas
instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may use equipment that could be
sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in
motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer
or its representative regarding your vehicle.
You should also consult the manufacturer
of any equipment that has been added to
your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility where
posted notices so require.
Aircraft
FCC regulations prohibit using your phone
while in the air. Switch OFF your phone
before boarding an aircraft.
Blasting Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations,
turn your phone OFF when in a “blasting
area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way
radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
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); below deck on
boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum
gas (such as propane or butane); areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles
(such as grain, dust, or metal powders); and
any other area where you would normally be
advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air
Bag
An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT
place objects, including either installed or
portable wireless equipment, in the area over
the air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly
installed and the air bag inflates, serious
injury could result.
FDA Consumer Update
The U.S. Food and Drug
Administration’s Center for
Devices and Radiological Health Consumer
Update on Mobile Phones:
1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not
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show that any health problems are associated
with using wireless phones.
There is no proof, however, that wireless
phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones
emit low levels of Radio Frequency (RF)
energy in the microwave range while being
used. They also emit very low levels of RF
when in idle mode. Whereas high levels of
RF can produce health effects (by heating
tissue), exposure to low level RF that does
not produce heating effects causes no
known adverse health effects. Many studies
of low level RF exposures have not found
any biological effects. Some studies have
suggested that some biological effects may
occur, but such findings have not been
confirmed by additional research. In some
cases, other researchers have had difficulty in
reproducing those studies, or in determining
the reasons for inconsistent results.
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 Radio Frequency (RF) energy
at a level that is hazardous to the user. In
such a case, the FDA could require the
manufacturers of wireless phones to notify
users of the health hazard and to repair,
replace, or recall the phones so that the
hazard no longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data does not
justify FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has
urged the wireless phone industry to take a
number of steps, including the following:
• Support needed research into possible
biological effects of RF of the type
emitted by wireless phones;
• Design wireless phones in a way that
minimizes any RF exposure to the user
that is not necessary for device function;
and
• Cooperate in providing users of wireless
phones with the best possible information
on possible effects of wireless phone use
on human health.
The FDA belongs to an interagency working
group of the federal agencies that have
responsibility for different aspects of RF
safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the
federal level. The following agencies belong
to this working group:
• National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health
• Environmental Protection Agency
• Occupational Safety and Health
Administration
• National Telecommunications and
Information Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates
in some interagency working group activities,
as well.
The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities
for wireless phones with the Federal
Communications 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
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questions about wireless phones.
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.
Base stations are thus not the subject of the
safety questions discussed in this document.
3. What kinds of phones are the subject of
this update?
The term “wireless phone” refers here to
handheld wireless phones with built-in
antennas, often called “cell”, “mobile”, or
“PCS” phones. These types of wireless
phones can expose the user to measurable
Radio Frequency (RF) energy because of the
short distance between the phone and the
user’s head. These RF exposures are limited
by FCC safety guidelines that were developed
with the advice of the FDA and other federal
health and safety agencies. When the phone
is located at greater distances from the
user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower
because a person’s RF exposure decreases
rapidly with increasing distance from the
source. The so-called “cordless phones,”
which have a base unit connected to the
telephone wiring in a house, typically operate
at far lower power levels, and thus produce
RF exposures far below the FCC safety limits.
4. What are the results of the research done
already?
The research done thus far has produced
conflicting results, and many studies
have suffered from flaws in their research
methods. Animal experiments investigating
the effects of Radio Frequency (RF) energy
exposures characteristic of wireless phones
have yielded conflicting results that often
cannot be repeated in other laboratories. A
few animal studies, however, have suggested
that low levels of RF could accelerate the
development of cancer in laboratory animals.
However, many of the studies that showed
increased tumor development used animals
that had been genetically engineered or
treated with cancer-causing chemicals so
as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer
in the absence of RF exposure. Other
studies exposed the animals to RF for up
to 22 hours per day. These conditions are
not similar to the conditions under which
people use wireless phones, so we do not
know with certainty what the results of such
studies mean for human health. Three large
epidemiology studies have been published
since December 2000. 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. However, none
of the studies can answer questions about
long-term exposures, since the average
period of phone use in these studies was
around three years.
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5. What research is needed to decide
whether RF exposure from wireless phones
poses a health risk?
A combination of laboratory studies and
epidemiological studies of people actually
using wireless phones would provide some
of the data that are needed. Lifetime animal
exposure studies could be completed in a
few years. However, 166 very large numbers
of animals would be needed to provide
reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect
if one exists. Epidemiological studies can
provide data that is directly applicable to
human populations, but ten or more years
followup may be needed to provide answers
about some health effects, such as cancer.
This is because the interval between the time
of exposure to a cancercausing agent and
the time tumors develop — if they do — may
be many, many years. The interpretation
of epidemiological studies is hampered by
difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure
during day-to-day use of wireless phones.
Many factors affect this measurement, such
as the angle at which the phone is held, or
which model of phone is used.
6. What is the FDA doing to find out more
about the possible health effects of
wireless phone RF?
The FDA is working with the U.S. National
Toxicology Program and with groups of
investigators around the world to ensure that
high priority animal studies are conducted
to address important questions about the
effects of exposure to Radio Frequency (RF)
energy.
The FDA has been a leading participant in
the World Health Organization International
Electro Magnetic 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. 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.
The FDA provides the scientific oversight,
obtaining input from experts in government,
industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-
funded research is conducted through
contracts with independent investigators.
The initial research will include both
laboratory studies and studies of wireless
phone users. The CRADA will also include
a broad assessment of additional research
needs in the context of the latest research
developments around the world.
7. How can I find out how much Radio
Frequency energy exposure I can get by
using my wireless phone?
All phones sold in the United States must
comply with Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit
Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposures.
The FCC established these guidelines in
consultation with the FDA and the other
federal health and safety agencies. The FCC
limit for RF exposure from wireless phones
is set at a Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of
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1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC
limit is consistent with the safety standards
developed by the Institute of Electrical
and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) and the
National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurement. The exposure limit takes into
consideration the body’s ability to remove
heat from the tissues that absorb energy
from the wireless phone and is set well below
levels known to have effects. Manufacturers
of wireless phones must report the 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.
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
(RF) energy exposure from wireless
phones and other wireless handsets with
the participation and leadership of FDA
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. The test method uses
a tissue-simulating model of the human
head. Standardized SAR test methodology is
expected to greatly improve the consistency
of measurements made at different
laboratories on the same phone. 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 (or milliwatts/g) of matter. This
measurement is used to determine whether
a wireless phone complies with safety
guidelines.
9. What steps can I take to reduce my
exposure to Radio Frequency energy from
my wireless phone?
If there is a risk from these products — and
at this point we do not know that there
is — it is probably very small. But if you are
concerned about avoiding even potential
risks, you can take a few simple steps to
minimize your exposure to Radio Frequency
(RF) energy. Since time is a key factor in
how much exposure a person receives,
reducing the amount of time spent using a
wireless phone will reduce RF exposure. If
you must conduct extended conversations
by wireless phone every day, you could place
more distance between your body and the
source of the RF, since the exposure level
drops off dramatically with distance. For
example, you could use a headset and carry
the wireless phone away from your body or
use a wireless phone connected to a remote
antenna. Again, the scientific data does
not demonstrate that wireless phones are
harmful. But if you are concerned about the
RF exposure from these products, you can
use measures like those described above
to reduce your RF exposure from wireless
phone use.
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10. What about children using wireless
phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a
danger to users of wireless phones, including
children and teenagers. If you want to take
steps to lower exposure to Radio Frequency
(RF) energy, the measures described above
would apply to children and teenagers
using wireless phones. 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. They noted that no
evidence exists that using a wireless phone
causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their
recommendation to limit wireless phone use
by children was strictly precautionary; it was
not based on scientific evidence that any
health hazard exists.
11. What about wireless phone interference
with medical equipment?
Radio Frequency (RF) energy from
wireless phones can interact with some
electronic devices. For this reason, the FDA
helped develop a detailed test method
to measure Electro Magnetic Interference
(EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers
and defibrillators from wireless telephones.
This test method is now part of a standard
sponsored by the Association for the
Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
(AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by the
FDA, medical device manufacturers, and
many other groups, was completed in late
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 develop a voluntary standard
sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard
specifies test methods and performance
requirements for hearing aids and wireless
phones so that no interference occurs when
a person uses a “compatible” phone and a
“compatible” hearing aid at the same time.
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.
12. Where can I find additional information?
For additional information, please refer to the
following resources:
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
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(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. Also, if using
your phone while driving, please observe the
following:
• Give full attention to driving -- driving
safely is your first responsibility;
• Use hands-free operation, if available;
• Pull off the road and park before making
or answering a call if driving
conditions or
the law require it.
Consumer Information on SAR
(Specific Absorption Rate)
This model phone meets the Government’s
requirements for exposure to radio waves.
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and
receiver. It is designed and manufactured not
to exceed the emission limits for exposure
to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
of the U.S. Government. These FCC exposure
limits are derived from the recommendations
of two expert organizations, the National
Counsel on Radiation Protection and
Measurement (NCRP) and the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
In both cases, the recommendations were
developed by scientific and engineering
experts drawn from industry, government,
and academia after extensive reviews of the
scientific literature related to the biological
effects of RF energy.
The exposure limit for wireless mobile phones
employs a unit of measurement known as
the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The
SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of
RF energy by the human body expressed in
units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC
requires wireless phones to comply with a
safety limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/
kg). The FCC exposure limit incorporates a
substantial margin of safety to give additional
protection to the public and to account for
any variations in measurements.
Tests for SAR are conducted using standard
operating positions specified by the FCC with
the phone transmitting at 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 lower the
power output.
Before a phone model is available for sale
to the public, it must be tested and certified
to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit
established by the government adopted
requirement for safe exposure. The tests are
performed in positions and locations (e.g., at
the ear and worn on the body) as required by
the FCC for each model.
The FCC has granted an Equipment
Authorization for this model phone with
all reported SAR levels evaluated as in
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compliance with the FCC RF emission
guidelines.
The highest SAR value for this model phone
when tested for use at the ear is 1.19 W/Kg (1g)
and when worn on the body, as described in
this user’s manual, is 1.17 W/Kg (1g). While
there may be differences between SAR levels
of various phones and at various positions,
they all meet the government requirement
for safe exposure.
SAR information on this model phone is on
file with the FCC and can be found under the
Display Grant section of
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid/ after
searching on FCC ID ZNFL16C.
To find information that pertains to a
particular model phone, this site uses the
phone FCC ID number which is usually
printed somewhere on the case of the
phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to
remove the battery pack to find the number.
Once you have the FCC ID number for a
particular phone, follow the instructions on
the website and it should provide values for
typical or maximum SAR for a particular
phone.
Additional information on Specific
Absorption Rates (SAR) can be 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.
HAC
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. It is important to try the different
features of this phone thoroughly and in
different 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.
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility
(HAC) Regulations for Wireless
Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Report
and Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified
the exception of wireless phones under the
Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC
Act) to require digital wireless phones be
compatible with hearing-aids. The intent of
the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access
to telecommunications services for persons
with hearing disabilities.
While some wireless phones are used near
some hearing devices (hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a
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buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than
others to this interference noise, and phones
also vary in the amount of interference they
generate.
The wireless telephone industry has
developed a rating system for wireless
phones, to assist hearing device users to find
phones that may be compatible with their
hearing devices. Not all phones have been
rated. Phones that are rated have the rating
on their box or a label located on the box.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will
vary depending on the user’s hearing device
and hearing loss. If your hearing device
happens to be vulnerable to interference,
you may not be able to use a rated phone
successfully. Trying out the phone with your
hearing device is the best way to evaluate it
for your personal needs.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet
FCC requirements and are likely to generate
less interference to hearing devices than
phones that are not labeled. M4 is the
better/ higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to generate less
interference to hearing devices than phones
that are not labeled. 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.
Higher ratings mean that the hearing device
is relatively immune to interference noise.
The hearing aid and wireless phone rating
values are then added together. A sum of 5
is considered acceptable for normal use. A
sum of 6 is considered for best use.
In the example to the left,
if a hearing aid meets the
M2 level rating and the
wireless phone meets the
M3 level rating, the sum of
the two values equal M5.
This should provide the hearing aid user with
“normal usage” while using their hearing aid
with the particular wireless phone. “Normal
usage” in this context is defined as a signal
quality that’s acceptable for normal
operation.
The M mark is intended to be synonymous
with the U mark. The T mark is intended
to be synonymous with the UT mark. The
M and T marks are recommended by the
Alliance for Telecommunications Industries
Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are
referenced in Section 20.19 of the FCC
Rules. The HAC rating and measurement
procedure are described in the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19
standard. To ensure that the Hearing Aid
Compatibility rating for your phone is
maintained, secondary transmitters such as
Bluetooth and WLAN components must be
disabled during a call.
When you’re talking on a cell phone,
it’s recommended that you turn the BT
(Bluetooth) or WLAN mode off for HAC.
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For information about hearing aids and
digital wireless phones
Wireless Phones and Hearing Aid
Accessibility
http://www.accesswireless.org/
Gallaudet University, RERC
http://tap.gallaudet.edu/Voice/
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume
Control
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/
attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf
Hearing Loss Association of America [HLAA]
http://hearingloss.org/content/telephones-
and-mobile-devices
Part 15.105 statement
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
* Service not available everywhere.
* Information subject to change.
Part 15.21 statement
Changes or modifications that are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Battery information and care
Always unplug the charger from the wall
socket after the phone is fully charged to
save unnecessary power consumption of the
charger.
