LG LX400 Users manual
User Manual
LX400
Ver. 1.1
2007. 04. 13
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Part 15.21 statement
" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment. "
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be
free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions:
(1) The limited warranty for the product extends for ONE (1) year beginning on the data of purchase
of the product.
(2) The limited warranty extends on to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or
transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.
(3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as
long as it is in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and Canada.
(4) The external housing and cosmetic parts shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms.
(5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of
purchase.
(6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of
LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of
service under this limited warranty.
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
(1) Defects or damages resulting from use of the product i n other than its normal and customary
manner.
(2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to
moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair,
misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which are not the
fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping blown fuses spills of food or liquid.
(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
(4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was net notified by consumer of the alleged defect
or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period.
(5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.
(6) The limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by
operations law, statutory or otherwise, including, but limited to any implied warranty of
marketability or fitness for a particular use.
(7) Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories.
(8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to
normal customer use.
(9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings.
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(10) Products used or obtained in a rental prog ram.
(11) Consumables (such as fuses).
3. STATE LAW RIGHTS:
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG INFOCOMM INC. SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS
OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, RISING OUT OF THE USE OF,
OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED W ARRA NTY OF MAR KETABILITY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusive of imitation of incidental
or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
To obtain warranty service, please call the following web address:
www.lgeservice.com
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For Your Safety
Important Information
This user guide contains important information on the use and
operation of this phone. Please read all the information
carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage
to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty
for this equipment.
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not
expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom, swimming pool, etc.
Always store your phone away from heat. Never store your
phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than
32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme
weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to
excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage
and/or catastrophic failure.
Be careful when using your phone near other electronic
devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect
nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You
should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical
devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if
they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.
Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station.
Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will
cause the battery to explode.
IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION on
page 78 before using your phone.
Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be
dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this
user guide.
] Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage
the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to
explode.
] Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
cause the battery to explode.
] Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or
flammable materials.
] Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact
with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
] Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
] Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as
rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone,
etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.
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For Your Safety
] Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms
to avoid electric shock or fire.
] When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the
hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment is
improperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may be
seriously injured.
] Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
] Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.
(For example: aircraft).
] Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct
sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a
bathroom.
] Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or
greater than 122°F.
] Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,
thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is a
risk of this causing a fire.
] Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such
actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
] Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone
may generate sparks.
] Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling,
or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause
a fire or electric shock.
] Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not
allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or
electric shock.
] Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being
charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously
damage your phone.
] Do not disassemble the phone.
] Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it
may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or
fire.
] Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by
LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by
other suppliers.
] Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its
accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in
accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
] Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your
body during a call.
] 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.
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For Your Safety
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of he United
States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted
an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio
frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC
regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with
the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC guidelines and
these international standards.
CAUTION
Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of
unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call
quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or result in
violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the phone with a
damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact
with skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer
for a replacement antenna.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with
the back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2cm) between the
user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79
inches(2cm) 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 should not
be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.79
inches(2cm) separation distance between the user's body
and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical
body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure
limits and should be avoided.
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For Your Safety
Vehicle Mounted External Antenna
(optional, if available)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) must be
maintained between the user/bystander and the vehicle
mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF exposure
requirements. For more information about RF exposure, visit
the FCC website at www.fcc.gov
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance
This device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device and its accessories must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Cautions for Battery
] Do not disassemble.
] Do not short-circuit.
] Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).]
] Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
] Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to your
local wireless carrier for recycling.
] Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammable
materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
] Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phone
and void your warranty.
] The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor use
only.
Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct sunlight
or use it in places with high humidity, such as the bathroom.
Getting Started
Unlocking Y our Phone
If you received your LX
1. Press the END/PWR Switch for 2~3 seconds.
2. Press soft key Unlock.
3. Enter your four-digit lock code. For security purposes, the code will not be visible as you type.
Note: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using th e last four digits of your Socia l Security number, the
last four digits of your Phone Number or 0000.
View of Phone
1. END/PWR Switch: Lets you power the phone on or off.
2. Antenna: Retractable antenna provides optimum reception for 800 MHz & 1900 MHz frequencies.
3. Power On Indicator: Illuminates red when the phone powers on or when you receive incoming calls.
Flashes red when you have messages of scheduled alarms.
4. Headset Jack: Provides connection for an optional headset.
5. Volume Control Keys: Adjust the Ring Volume in the Main Menu or the Voice Volume during a call.
The keys also scroll through mouths in the Calendar or pages in the MiniBrowser.
6. Mouse Key: Allows quick and easy scrolling through the menus.
7. OK: Lets you place a call, receive a call, end a call or select menu options.
8. CLR: Lets you clear an entry or back-up in the menu.
9. Folder : Lets you answer or end calls.
400 in the mail, you may need to unlock it before making calls.
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Installing and Removing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into the opening on the b ack of the phone. Then,
push the battery down until the latch clicks.
To remove the battery, press down on the latch and remove the battery from the phone.
Turning Your Phone On and Off
To turn your phone on, move the On/Off Switch (near the antenna) to the ON position. Your phone
performs a short self-test before letting you know it is operational.
If your phone does not turn on, make sure the battery is installed correctly and i s adequately charged or
has external power (via the AC Adapter, Cigarette Lighter Adapter or Hands-Free Car Kit).
To turn your phone off, move the On/Off Switch to the OFF position.
Main Menu
When your phone acquires Service, the Greeting (a banner of text), the curren t time and date and the
Main Menu are displayed. If you are in authorized analog cellular provider’s service area, you are ready
to send and receive calls.
Power Save Mode
When the phone is in an area without service for 15 minutes, it stops searching for service and enters into
the power Save Mode. When your phone activates this feature, Power Save is displayed on your screen.
The phone automatically checks for service periodically or yo u can check manually by pressing any key.
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Menu Navigation
The Mouse Key lets you scroll circularly through menus quickly and easily.
As you navigate through a menu, the options are highlighted ( Highlighted Test Example ) . Select an
option by highlighting it and pressing . The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your
position in the menu at all times.
For example, if you want to view your last incoming call:
1. From the Main Menu, select RECENT CALLS and press 2. (It may already be highlighted.)
2. Press the Mouse Key down to highlight and press .
If you have received any calls, they are displayed on the screen.
Incoming
Entering Characters Using the Keypad(T9)
To enter a letter, punctuation or number when creating Phone Book or Scheduler entries, press the
corresponding key until the desired character appears. By default, the first letter of a word is capitalized
and following letters are lowercase. Characters in the following order:
1 . ? , ‘ & - @ ( ) / ~ P Q R S 7 p q r s
1
ABC
A B C 2 a b c 2 T U V 8 t u v 8
D E F 3 d e f 3 W X Y Z 9 w x y z 9
3DEF
G H I 4 g h i 4 Next 0
J K L 5 j k l 5 Shift
M N O 6 m n o 6 Space
6MNO
1 7
PQRS
8TUV
9WXYZ
0Space
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After a character is entered, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds. You
can also advance the cursor by pressing or entering a character not on the same key.
If you make a mistake, press to move the cursor left or [CLR] to erase a character. To clear the
entire entry, press and hold [CLR] for two seconds.
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Display Icons
Display icons are the symbols your phone uses to communicate important information. They are as
follows:
ICON DESCRIPTION
3G send
3G receive
3G send receive
Alarm
Battery
Antenna
In use
No service
Location
Location out
Voice
Voice Privacy
Vibrate
Roaming
TTY
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SSI
Ringer
Ringer off
Text + voice
Antenna
tenna on your LX400 provides maximum reception by extending of retracting it.
The an
!!! WARNING – CHOKING HAZARD – ANTENNA MAY BECOME DISLODGED
Attempting to remove or repeated twisting of the antenna will loosen the materials securing it into
antenna. Once the antenna is loosened or removed, only an authorized service provider
Representative can restore the antenna’s original integrity. Do not attempt to remove or twist the
antenna.
Signal Strength
The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength on your area. The number of
bars in the Signal Strength icon informs you of the current strength. The more bars, the stronger the signal.
Battery Capacity
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our LX400 is equipped with a Lithium Polymer battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it
is fully drained. The battery provides approximately 180 minuets of continuous digital talk time or
approximately 110 hours of continuous digital standby time.
Note: Long backlight settings affect the battery’s talk and standby times.
When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks. When there is about one minute of
talk time left, the phone sounds an audibl e alert every 30 seconds and then powers down.
If the battery’s charge is completely run down, it takes 2 to 3 hours to fully recharge. It is not necessary to
let the battery completely run down before recharging.
To ch arge your batteries, use only approved charging accessories.
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Using the AC Adapter
To charge the battery, plug the AC Adapter into a standard wall outlet and connect it to the phone via the
I/O Connector on the bottom of the phone. Alternatively, you can place the phone in the charging cradle
provided with your phone and connect the AC Adapter to the back of t he cradle.
The battery Charge Status icon flashes during charging. When the battery is fully charged, the battery icon
stops flashing.
Using Your Phone
Placing a Call
When the phone is turned on, check the Signal Strength icon to see of you are in a Service Area or
authorized PCS CDMA provider’s service area.
1. Open the Flip.
2. Enter the phone number and press [SEND].
☞Tip! When dialing long distance, it is not necessary to dial a “1” before the area code.
3. Wh en you are finished with your call and press [END]. If the phone is in Active Flip Mode, closing
the Flip will also end the call.
Roaming With Your Phone
Your Phone is you can use it to make and receive calls in many places.
Setting Your Phone’s Mode
Your Phone allows you to control your ability to roam. (See “Set Mode”)
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Calling Experience
When you use your phone on other PCS CDMA networks, your calling experience and call quality will be
quite similar to what you experien ce when making calls within the Network. Although certain calling
features may not be available, your phone calls are still private and secure.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
To delete one digit at a time, press . To delete all digits, press and hole .
Redialing Last Outgoing Number
Press and hold [SEND] for 2 seconds.
Dialing Options (phone book
When you enter numbers in the Main Menu, dialing options are displayed. To display a Phone Book entry,
enter its entry number. To use the 4- Digit Dial option, enter the last four digits of a phone number in your
Phone Book.
To select an option, highlight it and press [SEND] .(Menu display
z Call – Dials the phone number.
z Roam Confirm – Reminds you that you are making a call on an. (See “Disabling Roam Confirm” )
z Roam Call – Dials the phone number using the current PCS CDMA or analog cellular network.
z Save – Saves the phone number in your Phone Book. (See “Saving a Phone Number” on the
following page.)
z Find – Displays phone numbers in your Phone Book that contain the entered numbers. (See “Finding
a Phone Number” )
z Hard Pause – Inserts a Hard Pause. (See “Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With Pauses” )
– Not Functioning)
only, phone book – Not Functioning)
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z 2- Second pause – Inserts a two-second pause. (See “ Dialing and Saving Phone Numbers With
Pauses” )
z Exit – Returns to the Main Menu.
z A Phone Book Entry – Displays the Phone Book entry. To dial the entry’s speed-dealing number,
press and hold [SEND]. To dial an alternate number, highlight it and press and hold [SEND].
☞Tip! To speed dial a Phone Book entry from the Main Menu, press and hold the entry’s number.
If the entry number is two digits, enter the first digit, then press and hole the second digit. (This
feature will not work when the Roam Confirm option is enabled.)
z 4-Digit Dial – Dials the phone number in your Phone Book that ends with the four digits you enter.
(See “4-digit Dialing” )
In Call Options
During a call, your phone displays menu options in addition to the Main Menu.
To select an option, Highlight it and press [OK].(
z End Call - Ends the call
z Send Tones - Sends the next set of numbers after a Hard Pause. (See “Dialing and Saving Phone
Numbers With Pauses “ on the previous page.)
z Mute or Unmute – Select Mute to mute your phone’s microphone. Select Unmute to reactivate the
microphone.
z Dial 3-Way Call – Lets you dial another phone number.
z Flash – An swers an incoming Call Waiting call or connects the third party for Three-Way Calling.
functions ‘Send’ and ‘End’ only)
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Incoming Call Notification
Depending on your settings, you r pho ne n otifies you of incoming calls in the foll owing ways:
z The phone rings or vibrates
z The LED flashes green
z The backlight illuminates
z The screen displays an incoming call message
z The phone number of the caller is displayed of the phone number is available
z The caller’s name is displayed if the phone number is in your Phone Book
The following options are also displayed. To select an option, highlight it and press [SEND].
z Answer – answers the call.
z Silent Ringer – Mutes the ringer.
Note: You can also mute the ringer by pressing the up or down Volume Control key or [CLR].
Answering Calls
To a nswer inco ming calls, open the Flip (in Active Flip Mode) or press [SEND].
Note: If you open the Flip (in Active Flip Mode) and then press [SEND], you will hang up on t he caller.
To a nswer incoming roam calls, highlight Answer and press [SEND].
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Displaying Your Phone Number(phone book – not functioning)
To disp lay your phone number:
1. From the Main Menu, select SETTING & TOOLS.
2. And press 4 – 2 – 1. (System – Device Info – My Phone Number)
Setting the Ring Volume to Vibrate
To set the phone to Vibrate Mode, press the down Volume Control key until Ring Volume Vibrate is
displayed. The phone will vibrate and – Vibrate On- is displayed above the Main Menu.
To set the phone to Vibrate Mode using the Main M enu, see “Adjusting the Volume” .
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