LG VX8550 Users manual

User Manual

VX8550

Ver. 1.0

2007. 3. 11

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. 3 (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

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.

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.

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.

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.

SUBJECT

The phone VX8550 has been designed to operate on the latest digital mobile communication technology, Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA). The phone VX8550 support fully Multimedia - Color LCDs, 72 Poly Audio, 1.3M pixels Digital Camera, MPEG-4, Photo album, etc. This phone is the one of tri band Quad mode - 800Mhz CDMA, 1900Mhz PCS, 1500Mhz GPS.

CDMA Standard Designator Description

Basic air interface TIA/EIA-95A

* TSB –74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and ANSI J-STD-008

TSB-74

ANSI J-STD-008

TIA/EIA-IS2000

Network TIA/EIA/IS-634

TIA/EIA/IS/651

TIA/EIA/IS-41-C

TIA/EIA/IS-124

Service TIA/EIA/IS-96-B

TIA/EIA/IS-99 TIA/EIA/IS-637 TIA/EIA/IS-657

IS-801

Performance TIA/EIA/IS-97

TIA/EIA/IS-98

ANSI J-STD-018 ANSI J-STD-019

TIA/EIA/IS-125

EVDO TIA/EIA/IS-856

TIA/EIA/IS-878

TIA/EIA/IS-866

TIA/EIA/IS-890

14.4kbps radio link protocol and inter-band operations

Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal

Test Application Specification(TAS) for High Rate

CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface

IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency band

CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface

MAS-BS

PCSC-RS

Intersystem operations

Nom-signaling data comm.

Speech CODEC

Assign data and fax

Short message service

Packet data

Position Determination Service (gpsOne)

Cellular base station

Cellular mobile station

PCS personal station

PCS base station

Speech CODEC

CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air Interface

1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification for

CDMA2000 Access Network Interfaces

Packet Data Air Interface

Table of Contents

Introduction

Highlights

Important Information

Check Accessories

Before You Start

Safety Instructions

Getting Started.............................................................................. 11

Unlocking Your Phone ............................................................................. 11

View of Phone........................................................................................... 11

Installing and Removing the Battery ...................................................... 12

Turning Your Phone On and Off ............................................................. 12

Main Menu................................................................................................. 12

Power Save Mode..................................................................................... 12

Menu Navigation....................................................................................... 13

Entering Characters Using the Keypad(T9) ........................................... 13

Display Icons ............................................................................................ 15

Antenna ..................................................................................................... 16

Signal Strength......................................................................................... 16

Battery Capacity ....................................................................................... 16

Using the AC Adapter .............................................................................. 17

Using Your Phone ......................................................................... 17

Placing a Call ............................................................................................ 17

Roaming With Your Phone ...................................................................... 17

Calling Experience ................................................................................... 18

Correcting Dialing Mistakes .................................................................... 18

In Call Options .......................................................................................... 19

Incoming Call Notification ....................................................................... 20

Answering Calls ....................................................................................... 20

Displaying Your Phone Number(phone book – not functioning) ......... 21

Setting the Ring Volume to Vibrate......................................................... 21

Getting the Most From Service.................................................... 22

Retrieving Page/Text Messages.............................................................. 22

Page/Text Message Storage .................................................................... 23

Roaming on to Other Service Providers................................................. 23

(Call History- not functioning)

Page/Text Messages ................................................................................ 23

Sounds ...................................................................................................... 23

Adjusting the Volume............................................................................... 23

Selecting Ring Types for Voice Calls ..................................................... 24

Tone Length

Display Menu................................................................................. 26

Security ..................................................................................................... 26

Locking Your Phone................................................................................. 27

Unlocking Your Phone ............................................................................. 27

Changing the Lock Code ......................................................................... 27

Answering Your Phone with the Hands-Free Car Kit ............................ 28

Introduction

Highlights

Congratulations! Your new mobile phone will change your way of communicating and is a compact, lightweight personal communication system with added features for the person on the go. Our advanced digital mobile communication technology allows you to do the followings

1) Main Chipset: MSM6500, Memory (1024Mbits NAND Flash + 512Mbits LP-SDRAM)

2) Display: Main LCD (240 x 320 pixels, 0.1275 mm, 262K colors TFT)

3) CMX 4.4.5 compliant (72 Poly)

4) Photo Album: JPEG QVGA class, It’s possible to storage 30ea or more.

5) QTV 4.7.2: MPEG-4 ,Streaming (Q CIF 15 fps)

6) Camera: Camera built-in(1.3M pixels, C-MOS Image sensor)

7) Large Phone Book: 1000 x 5 fields

8) Power Management IC: LDO’s, Charger controller, USB Transceiver, Comparator etc.

9) Voice Recording/Memo/Playback, Voice Activated Dialing

10) E911(gpsOne), TTY/TDD

11) Browser: UP 6.2.3.2

12) 3D Graphics GUI: Menu, Animations

Important Information

This user’s guide provides important information on the use and operation of the phone. Please read all the information carefully prior to using the phone for the best performance and to prevent any anticipated damage to or misuse of the phone. Any unapproved change or modification will void your warranty.

Check Accessories

Your mobile phone comes with standard accessories of a one-slot desktop charger and a rechargeable battery. Please make sure that those accessories are all included.

Before You Start

Safety Instructions

WARNING! To reduce the electric shock, do not expose your phone in high humidity areas,

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