LG ME550D Users manual

ME550d User Guide

- ENGLISH

Disposal of your old appliance

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2.All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3.The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4.For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Contents

Introduction	5
For your safety	6
Guidelines for safe and
efficient use	7
ME550d features	12
Parts of the phone
Display information	16
On-Screen Icons
Installation	18

Installing the SIM card and the handset battery

Charging the Battery

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Disconnecting the charger 20

Contents

General functions	21
Making a Call
Answering a Call	22
Entering Text	22
Selecting functions and
options	26
In-call menu	27
During a Call
Conference Calls	28
Menu Tree	30
Browser	33
Home	34
Bookmarks
Go to URL
History

Settings	35
Network profiles
Cache
Cookies	36
Security certificates
Information

Call history	37
All calls
Missed calls
Dialled calls
Received calls
Call duration	38
Call costs
Data information

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Tools	39
Alarm clock
Calendar
Calculator	40
Memo	41
To-do
Stop watch
Unit converter
World clock	42

Multimedia	43
MP3 player
Camera	46
Video camera	47
FM Radio	48
Voice recorder	49

Messaging	50
New message
Text
Multimedia	51
Email	52
Inbox	53
Bluetooth message	54
bluetooth box
Drafts	55
Outbox
Sent	56
Listen voicemail
Info message
Read	57
Topics
Templates
Text
Multimedia	58

Settings	59
Text message
Multimedia message
Email	60
Voicemail number	61
Push messages
Info message

My stuff	63
Images
Sounds
Videos	64
Others	65
Games & Apps	66
External memory

Contents

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Contents

	Profiles	67
	Activate
	Personalise
	Contacts	62
	Search
	New contact
	Speed dials	63
	Groups	64
	Copy all/Delete all
	Settings
	Information	65
	Settings	76
	Date & Time
	Set date
Contents	Date format
	Time format
	Set time

Auto update

Languages	76
Display
Wallpaper
Backlight timer	77
Brightness
Home screen shortcut
Menu style
Dialing style
Standby text
Network name
Connectivity	78
Bluetooth
Network	80
USB connection mode	81
Call	82
Call divert
Answer mode	83

Send my number	84
Call waiting
Minute minder
Auto redial
Send DTMF	85
Security
PIN code request
Phone lock
Call barring
Fixed dial number	86
Change codes	87
Flight mode
Power save
Reset default	88
Memory status
Accessories	89
Technical data	90

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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 in 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 program.

(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 WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY 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

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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]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.

For Your Safety

]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 0.6 inches (2.0cm) between the

user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.6 inches(2.0cm) 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 0.6 inches(2.0cm) 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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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.

For Your Safety

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.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact ME550d cellular phone, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.

Introduction

This user’s 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’s guide could void your warranty for this
equipment.	Introduction

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ME550d features

Parts of the phone

Front view

Earpiece

Navigation key

] In standby mode:

Briefly: Write Text Message

Briefly: List of Address book

Briefly: List of Profiles

Briefly: List of Favourites

featuresME550d		] In menu: scroll up & down

LCD

•Top: Signal strength, battery level and various function

•Bottom: Soft key indications

Alpha numeric keys

]In standby mode: Input numbers to dial Hold down

- International calls

- Activate Voice mail centre menu

to - Speed dials

]In editing mode: Enter numbers & characters

Microphone

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Left soft key/ Right soft key

These keys perform the function indicated in the bottom of the display.

Clear key

Deletes a character with each press. Hold the key down to clear all input.

Use this key to go back to a previous screen.

Send key

] Dial a phone number and answer a call.

]In standby mode: shows recently dialled, received and missed call.

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ME550d features

Left side view

Side keys

] In standby mode (opened):

Volume of key tone

] In standby mode (closed):

		Short press - The LCD light on.
		] In menu: scroll up & down
		] During a call: volume of the
		earpiece
ME550d			Note
			level is 3.
			] To protect the sense of
			hearing, maximum volume
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Right side view

Battery Charging Connector/

Cable connector and Ear jack

Note

]Pleas ensure phone is powered on and in idle mode before connecting the USB cable.

End key

•Switch on/off (hold down)

•End or reject a call.

Side camera key

Long press - Photo camera activation

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Rear view

Camera lens

Flash

SIM Card Socket

Battery Terminals

Battery latch

Slide the button upwards to release the battery.

Memory card slot

Battery

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ME550d features

Display Information

						Icon area
						Text and graphic area
						Soft key indications
		Area	Description
		First line	Displays various icons.
	ME550d	Middle lines Display messages, instructions and
			any information that you enter, such as
			number to be dialled.
	features
		Last line	Shows the functions currently

assigned to the two soft keys.

The screen displays several icons. These are described below.

On-Screen Icons

Icon Description

Tells you the strength of the network signal. *

Call is connected.

You can use GPRS service.

Shows that you are using a roaming service.

The alarm has been set and is on.

Tells you the status of the battery.

You have received a text message.

You have received a voice message.

Vibrate only menu in profile.

General menu in profile.

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*The quality of the conversation may change depending on network coverage. When the signal strength is below 2 bars, you may experience muting, call drop and poor audio.

Please refer to this signal as an indicator for your calls. When there are no bars, that means that there is no network coverage: in this case, you won’t be able to access the network for any service (call, messages and so on).

Icon Description

Silent menu in profile.

Headset menu in profile.

Offline menu in profile.

Outdoor menu in profile.

You can divert a call.

Indicates that the phone is accessing the

WAP.

Indicates that you are using GPRS.

You have activated Bluetooth menu.

Shows the EDGE service is available. Connection to the EDGE service allows you to transfer data at a speed of 200Kb/s (depending on network availability). Check with your operator for network coverage and service availability.

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Installation

Installing the SIM card and the handset battery

Make sure the power is off before you remove the SIM card or battery.

1.Remove the battery.

Press and hold down the battery release button and lift off the battery cover. Turn the phone up-side down, as shown, then press down the battery lightly with your fingers and pull-out the battery.

2.Install the SIM card.

Insert the SIM card into the holder. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder. Make sure that the SIM card is inserted properly and that the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. To remove the SIM card, press down lightly and pull it in the reverse direction.

Installation

Note

]Removing the battery from the phone when the power is on may cause the phone to malfunction.

To insert the SIM card

To remove the SIM card

Note

]The metal contact of the SIM card can be easily damaged by scratches. Pay special attention to the SIM card while handling. Follow the instructions supplied with the SIM card.

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WARNING!

•Do not replace or remove the SIM card while your phone is being used or turns on, or data on the SIM card might be damaged. If so, turn your phone off and on again to use.

3.Install the battery.

Insert the the battery into the battery compartment as metal contacts meet in the middle of the phone. Push down the top of the battery until it snaps into place. Place the battery cover to the phone as shown.

Charging the Battery

Before connecting the travel adapter to the phone you must first install the battery.

1.Ensure the battery is fully charged before using the phone for the first time.

2.With the arrow facing you as shown in the diagram push the plug on the battery adapter into the socket on the side of the phone until it clicks into place.

3.Connect the other end of the travel adapter to the mains socket. Use only the charger included in the box.

4.The moving bars of battery icon will stop after charging is complete.

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Installation

CAUTION!

•If the battery is completely discharged, the charging display will appear on the LCD approximately 1 to 1.5 minutes after connecting TA.

•Do not force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the travel adapter.

•Insert the battery pack charger vertically to wall power outlet.

•If you use the battery pack charger out of your own country, use an attachment plug adaptor for the proper configuration.

•Do not remove your battery or the SIM card while charging.

		WARNING!
		• Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning
		storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
		• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal
		teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. There
Installation		is a risk of this causing a fire.

Disconnecting the charger

Disconnect the travel adapter from the phone by pressing its side buttons as shown in the diagram.

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Inserting the memory card

Insert the memory card into the slot until the memory card is fully inserted into the slot, as shown in the figure below:

Removing the memory card

Carefully remove the memory card out of the soket, as shown in the figure below:

Note

]The gold connectors must be face down and inserted first into the memory card slot.

Note

]Only use memory cards that have been approved by the manufacturer. Some memory cards might not be compliant with the handset.

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General functions

Making a Call

1.Make sure your phone is powered on.

2.Enter a phone number including the area code.

To edit a number on the display screen, simply press the key to erase one digit at a time.

]Press and hold the key to erase the entire number.

3.Press the key to call.

4.When you want to finish, press the key.

Making a Call by Send Key

1.Press the key, and the most recent incoming, outgoing and missed phone numbers will be displayed.

2.Select the desired number by using the navigation key.

functionsGeneral		3. Press the	key.

Making International Calls

1.Press and hold the key for the international prefix. The ‘+’ character can be replaced with the international access code.

2.Enter the country code, area code, and the phone number.

3.Press the key.

Ending a Call

When you have finished a call, press the key.

Making a Call From the Contact list

You can store names and phone numbers dialled frequently in the SIM card as well as the phone memory known as the Contact list.

You can dial a number by simply looking up a name in the contact list.

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Adjusting the Volume

During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side keys of the phone.

In idle mode, you can adjust the key volume using the side keys.

Answering a Call

When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears on the screen. If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (or name if stored in your Address Book) is displayed.

1. Slide up and press the	key or the left soft key to
answer an incoming call. If the Any Key menu option
(Menu 9.5.2), has been set to any key press will
answer a call except for the	key or the right soft key.

2.End the call by closing the phone or pressing the key.

Note

]You can answer a call while using the Address Book or other menu features. In case phone is connected with PC via USB cable, call and message are not available.

Vibrate Mode (Quick)

Vibrate Mode can be activated by pressing and holding the left navigation key.

Signal Strength

If you are inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. You can see the strength of your signal by the signal indicator ( ) on your phone’s display screen.

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General functions

Entering Text

You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message, creating scheduling events in the calendar all require entering text. The following text input methods are available in the phone.

Note

]Some fields may allow only one text input mode (e.g. telephone number in address book fields).

			T9 Mode
			This mode allows you to enter words with only one
	General		keystroke per letter. Each key on the keypad has more
			than one letter. The T9 mode automatically compares
			your keystrokes with an internal linguistic dictionary to
	functions		determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer
			keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode.

ABC Mode

This mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the key labeled with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.

123 Mode (Numbers Mode)

Type numbers using one keystroke per number. To change to 123 mode in a text entry field, press key until 123 mode is displayed.

Symbolic Mode

This mode allows you to enter special characters.

Changing the Text Input Mode

1.When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator in the upper right corner of the display.

2.If you want to change modes, press . The available modes are changed.

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Using the T9 Mode

The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter words easily with a minimum number of key presses. As you press each key, the phone begins to display the

characters that it thinks you are typing based on a built-in dictionary. As new letters are added, the word changes to reflect the most likely candidate from the dictionary.

Note

]You can select a different T9 language from the

menu option or press hold down the key . The default setting on the phone is T9 disable mode.

1.When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode, start entering a word by pressing keys to Press one key per letter

]The word changes as letters are typed-ignore what’s on the screen until the word is typed completely.

]If the word is still incorrect after typing completely, press the down navigation key once or more to cycle

through the other word options.

Example: Press to type Good.

]If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by using the ABC mode.

2.Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any key strokes.

3.Complete each word with a space by pressing the key

or key.

To delete letters, press . Press and hold down to erase the letters continuously.

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