LG VX9800 User Manual
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed
information is given in this user guide.
Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.
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.
Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.
Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
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 deployed, 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)
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Important Safety Precautions
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Important Safety Precautions
Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with
high humidity, such as a bathroom.
Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to
clean your phone. This could cause a fire.
Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. It 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 expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with
high humidity, such as a bathroom.
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 electric shock or fire.
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.
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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 hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.
Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with
the battery. This could cause a fire.
Give instructions for children to use the battery carefully.
Be careful that children do not swallow any parts (such as rubber plugs, earphone,
connection parts of the phone, etc.). This could cause asphxiation or suffocation resulting
in serious injury or death.
Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
Only use the batteries 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.
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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Table of Contents
Important Safety Precautions . . . . .1
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
FCC RF Exposure Information . . . . . . .9
Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . .14
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Battery Charge Level . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Getting Started with Your Phone . .14
Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . .15
Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Quick Access to Convenient Features
. . . .18
Vibrate Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Lock Mode* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Key Guard Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Mute Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Volume Quick Adjustment . . . . . . . . .19
Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Entering and Editing Information . .20
Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Text Input Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
. . . .23
Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
The Basics of Storing Contacts Entries
. .23
Options to Customize Your Contacts . . . . .
24
Editing Contacts Entries . . . . . . . . . . .26
Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Phone Numbers With Pauses . . . . .29
Searching Your Phone’s Memory . .30
Making a Call From Your Phone’s
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Using Phone Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Menu Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
GET IT NOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
1. Get Tunes & Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
1.1 Get V CAST Music* . . . . . . . . . . .34
1.2 Get New Ringtones* . . . . . . . . .34
1.3 My Ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
1.4 My Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
1.5 My Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
1.6 Sync Music* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
1.7 Manage Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
2. Get PIX & FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
2.1 Get V CAST Video* . . . . . . . . . .37
2.2 Get New PIX* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
2.3 My PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
2.4 My FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
2.5 PIX Place* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
2.6 Take PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
2.7 Take FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
3. Get Fun & Games * (* Shown only
on the inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . .42
4. Get News & Info * (* Shown only
on the inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . .42
5. Get Going * (* Shown only on the
inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
6. Get Extras * (* Shown only on the
inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
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MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
1. New Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
2. Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
3. Sent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
4. Drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
5. Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
6. Wireless Sync Email* . . . . . . . . . .52
7. Mobile Web Email* . . . . . . . . . . . .52
8. Mobile IM* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
9. Chat * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
CONTACTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
1. New Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
2. Contact List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
3. Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
4. Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
5. My Contact Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
RECENT CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
1. Missed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
2. Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
3. Dialed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
4. All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
5. View Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
SETTINGS & TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
1. My Account* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
2. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
2.1 Voice Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
2.1.1 Start Command . . . . . . . . . .58
2.1.2 Command Mode . . . . . . . .58
2.1.3 Announce Alert . . . . . . . . . .58
2.1.4 Train Words . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
2.1.5 Best Match . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
2.2 Calendar* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
2.3 Alarm Clock* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
2.4 Shortcut Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
2.5 World Clock* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
2.6 Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
2.7 Calculator* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
2.8 Ez Tip Calc* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
2.9 Name Card Reader* . . . . . . . . . .61
3. Sounds * (* Shown only on the
inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
3.1 Master Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.2 Call Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.2.1 Call Ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.2.2 Call Vibrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.3 Alert Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.4 Keypad Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.5 Earpiece Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
3.6 Service Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
3.7 Power On/Off Sound . . . . . . . . . .64
4. Display * (* Shown only on the
inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
4.1 Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.1.1 Personal Banner . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.1.2 ERI Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.2 Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
4.3 Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
4.4 Display Themes . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
4.5 Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
4.6 Power On/Off Anim. . . . . . . . . . .66
5. System * (* Shown only on the
inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
5.1 Standalone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
5.2 Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.2.1 System Select . . . . . . . . . .67
5.2.2 Set NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.2.3 Auto NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.2.4 Serving System . . . . . . . . .67
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5.3 Device Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.3.1 My Number . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.3.2 SW Version . . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.3.3 Icon Glossary . . . . . . . . . . .67
5.4 Manage Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
5.4.1 Save Options . . . . . . . . . . . .68
5.4.2 Phone Memory . . . . . . . . .68
5.4.3 Card Memory . . . . . . . . . . .68
5.5 Location* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
5.6 Security* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
5.6.1 Lock Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
5.6.2 Emergency #s . . . . . . . . . .70
5.6.3 Change Code . . . . . . . . . . . .71
5.6.4 Erase Contacts* . . . . . . . . .71
5.6.5 Reset Default . . . . . . . . . . .71
5.7 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
6. Call Settings * (* Shown only on
the inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . .71
6.1 Answer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6.2 Auto Retry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6.3 TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6.4 One-Touch Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
6.5 Voice Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
6.6 Auto Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
6.7 Ringer ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
6.8 Picture ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
7. Clock Format * (* Shown only on
the inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . .75
8. PC Connection * (* Shown only on
the inner LCD Screen.) . . . . . . . . . .75
9. Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
9.1 Paired Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
9.2 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
9.3 My Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
9.4 My Bluetooth Name . . . . . . . . . .77
9.5 My Bluetooth Info . . . . . . . . . . . .78
TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .79
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal 79
Antenna Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Phone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Tips on Efficient Operation . . . . . . . .79
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Electronic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Pacemakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Hearing Aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Other Medical Devices . . . . . . . . . . .80
Health Care Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Posted Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Blasting Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere . . .81
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
. .81
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . . .83
10 Driver Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Consumer Information on SAR . . .89
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Regulations for Wireless Devices
. . .91
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
. . . . .94
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
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Welcome
Thank you for choosing the advanced and compact The V
cellular phone, designed to operate with the latest digital
mobile communication technology, Code Division Multiple
Access (CDMA). Along with the many advanced features
of the CDMA system, such as greatly enhanced voice
clarity, this phone offers:
Qwerty Keypad
®
Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlit LCD with status icons.
Paging, messaging, voicemail, and caller ID.
26-key keypad. (52-key keypad when the folder is open.)
Long battery standby and talk time.
Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
and configuration.
Any key answer, auto answer, auto retry, one-touch and
speed dialing with 99 memory locations.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) capabilities.
Important Information
This user’s guide provides important information on the use
and operation of your phone. Please read all the information
carefully prior to using the phone for the best performance
and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any
unapproved changes or modifications will void your warranty.
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 causes undesired operation.
Technical Details
The V is an all digital phone that operates on both Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: cellular
services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication Services
(PCS) at 1.9 GHz.
CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS (Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum) that enables the phone to
keep communication from being crossed and to use one
frequency channel by multiple users in the same specific
area. This results in a 10-fold capacity increase when
compared with analog mode. In addition, features such as
soft / softer handoff, hard handoff, and dynamic RF power
control technologies combine to reduce call interruptions.
The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of MSO
(Mobile Switching Office), BSC (Base Station Controller),
BTS (Base Station Transmission System), and MS (Mobile
Station).
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Welcome
*
TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and ANSI
J-STD-008
1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in the
wireless section as IS-95. Its battery life is twice as long as
IS-95. High-speed data transmission is also possible.
EV-DO system is optimized for data service and is much
faster than 1xRTT system in applicable area.
The following table lists some major CDMA standards.
CDMA
Standard
Basic Air
Interface
TIA/EIA-95A
TSB-74
ANSI J-STD-008
TIA/EIA-IS2000
CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface
14.4kbps radio link protocol and
inter-band operations
IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency
band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air
Interface
MAS-BS
PCSC-RS
Intersystem operations
Non-signaling data comm.
CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air
Interface
1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification for
HRPD Access Network Interfaces
Recommended Minimum Performance
Standards for HRPD High Rate Packet Data
Access Terminal
Test Application Specification(TAS) for High
Rate Packet Data Air Interface
TIA/EIA/IS-634
TIA/EIA/IS/651
TIA/EIA/IS-41-C
TIA/EIA/IS-124
TIA/EIA/IS-856
TIA/EIA/IS-878
TIA/EIA/IS-866
TIA/EIA/IS-890
TIA/EIA/IS-96-B
TIA/EIA/IS-637
TIA/EIA/IS-657
IS-801
TIA/EIA/IS-707-A
Speech CODEC
Short message service
Packet Data
Position Determination
Service (gpsOne)
High Speed Packet Data
Network
Service
1x EV-DO
Related
interface
Designator Description
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FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the
phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and
Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for
human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic
energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. 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.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the
phone kept 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. To comply
with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) must be
maintained between the user’s body and the back of the
phone, including the antenna, whether extended or
retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar
accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain
0.6 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.
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna
(Optional, if available.)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) 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.
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 the skin a
minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a
replacement antenna.
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Phone Overview
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4
5
6
2
3
7
8
9
13
14
12
11
10
1. Earpiece
2. Side Camera Key
Use for quick access to Camera function (Press and
hold for about 3 seconds to use camera function on the outside/inside
display).
3. Side Keys Use to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode and the
earpiece volume during a call.
4. Left Soft Key Use to display the function Message menu.
5. CLR Key
Press to delete a single space or character. Press and hold to
delete entire words. Press this key once in a menu to go back one level.
6. SEND Key Use to place or answer calls.
7. LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons.
8. Navigation Keys Use for quick access to GET IT NOW, Bluetooth, GET
PIX & FLIX, MY MUSIC.
9. Headset Jack
10. Right Soft Key Use for quick access to Contacts.
11. Voice Command Key Use for quick access to Voice Command.
Use for quick access to New Recording by pressing and holding for
about 3 seconds.
12. END/PWR Key Use to turn the power on/off and to end a call. Also use
to return to the main menu display screen.
13. MiniSD Memory Card Slot
Accommodates optional miniSD memory cards.
14. OK Key
Use to accept entered or highlighted information.
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11
12
10
9
8
3
2
1
1. Left Soft Key Use to display the Message menu.
2. Fn Use to change function.
3. Shift Key Use to change letter case when typing.
4. Sym Use to insert symbols into text.
5. Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters
and select menu items.
6.
Space/Voice Command Key
Use to enter space while editing.
Use for quick access to Voice Command.
Use for quick access to New Recording by pressing and
holding for about 3 seconds.
7. Enter Key
8. Clear Key / Speakerphone Key
Press to delete a single space
or character. Press and hold to delete entire words. Press this
key once in a menu to go back one level.
Use to turn the
Speaker On/Off by pressing and holding for about 3 seconds
when the folder is open.
9. OK Key
10. Navigation Keys Use for quick access to GET PIX & FLIX,
Schedule, Mini Browser, GET IT NOW.
11. SEND,END/PWR Key Use to turn the power on/off and to end
a call. Also use to return to the main menu display screen.
12. Right Soft Key Use to select Contacts menu.
13. Speaker
14. Microphone
15. Close-up shot, Normal/Portrait shot
16. Camera Lens
17. Flash
15
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16
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GGETETIITTNNOW
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1. Get Tunes & Tones
1. Get V CAST Music*
2. Get New Ringtones*
3. My Ringtones
4. My Music
5. My Sounds
6. Sync Music*
7. Manage Music*
2. Get PIX & FLIX
1. Get V CAST Video*
2. Get New PIX*
3. My PIX
4. My FLIX
5. PIX Place*
6. Take PIX
7. Take FLIX
3. Get Fun & Games*
1. Get New App.
4. Get News & Info*
5. Get Going*
1. Get New App.
6. Get Extras*
1. Get New App.
MMESSAGING
ESSAGING
1. New Msg
1. TXT Msg
2. PIX Msg
3. FLIX Msg
4. Email Msg*
2. Inbox
3. Sent
4. Drafts
5. Voicemail
6. Wireless Sync Email*
7. Mobile Web Email*
8. Mobile IM*
9. Chat*
CCONT
ONT
ACTS
ACTS
1. New Contact
2. Contact List
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
5. My Contact Info
RRECENT CALLS
ECENT CALLS
1. Missed
2. Received
3. Dialed
4. All
5. View Timer
SSETTINGS & TOOLS
ETTINGS & TOOLS
1. My Account*
2. Tools
1. Voice Command
1.1. Start Command
1.2. Command Mode
1.3. Announce Alert
1.4. Train Words
1.5. Best Match
2. Calendar*
3. Alarm Clock*
3.1. Alarm 1
3.2. Alarm 2
3.3. Alarm 3
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Menus Overview
*
Shown only on the inner LCD Screen.
4. Shortcut Key*
5. World Clock*
6. Notepad
7. Calculator*
8. Ez Tip Calc*
9. Name Card
Reader*
3. Sounds*
1. Master Volume
2. Call Sounds
2.1. Call Ringtone
2.2. Call Vibrate
3. Alert Sounds
3.1. PIX
3.2. TXT
3.3. Voice
3.4. Email
3.5. Page
4. Keypad Volume
5. Earpiece Volume
6. Service Alerts
6.1. ERI Sounds
6.2. Minute Beep
6.3. Call Connect
6.4. Back To Top
7. Power On/Off
Sound
4. Display*
1. Banner
1.1. Personal
Banner
1.2. ERI Banner
2. Backlight
2.1. Main Screen
2.2. Front Screen
2.3. Keypad
3. Wallpaper
3.1. Main Screen
3.2. Front Screen
4. Display Themes
5. Fonts
6. Power On/Off
Anim.
5. System*
1. Standalone Mode
2. Network
2.1. System Select
2.2. Set NAM
2.3. Auto NAM
2.4.
Serving System
3. Device Info
3.1. My Number
3.2. SW Version
3.3.
Icon Glossary
4. Manage Memory
4.1.
Save Options
4.2.
Phone Memory
4.3.
Card Memory
5. Location*
6. Security*
6.1. Lock Phone
6.2. Emergency #s
6.3. Change Code
6.4.
Erase Contacts
6.5. Reset Default
7. Language
6. Call Settings*
1. Answer Options
2. Auto Retry
3. TTY Mode
4. One-Touch Dial
5. Voice Privacy
6. Auto Volume
7. Ringer ID
8. Picture ID
7. Clock Format*
1. Main Clock
2. Front Clock
8. PC Connection*
9. Bluetooth
1. Paired Devices
2. Power
3. My Visibility
4. My Bluetooth
Name
5. My Bluetooth Info
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Keyguard
Timer is
available on
the outside
display.
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Getting Started with Your Phone
The Battery
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It is important to fully charge the battery before initial
use of the phone.
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the
battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk
and standby time. The battery charge level is shown at the
top of the LCD screen.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into
the opening on the back of the phone. Push the battery
down until the latch clicks.
Removing the Battery
Turn the power off. Pull the release latch up, hold both
ends of the battery and remove it.
Charging the Battery
To use the charger provided with your phone:
Warning! Use only the charger provided with the phone.
Using any charger other than the one included with The V
may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the end of the AC adapter into the phone’s charger
port and the other end into an electrical outlet.
2. The charge time varies depending upon the battery
level.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of the
LCD screen. When the battery charge level becomes low,
the low battery sensor alerts you in three ways: sounding
an audible tone, blinking the battery icon, and displaying
LOW BATTERY WARNING! If the battery charge level
becomes exceedingly low, the phone automatically
switches off and any function in progress is not saved.
Fully DischargedFully Charged
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Turning the Phone On and Off
Turning the Phone On
1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to an
external power source such as a cigarette lighter
charger or hands-free car kit.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen
lights up.
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Like any other radio device, avoid any unnecessary
contact with the antenna while your phone is on.
Turning the Phone Off
1. Press and hold until the display turns off.
Signal Strength
Call quality depends on the signal strength in your area.
The signal strength is indicated on the screen as the
number of bars next to the signal strength icon: The more
bars, the better the signal strength. If the signal quality is
poor, move to an open area. If you are in a building, the
reception may be better near a window.
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Getting Started with Your Phone
Screen Icons
When the phone is powered on, the top
line of the LCD screen displays icons
indicating the status of the phone.
Roaming indicator. The phone is outside of the home service area.
Location on mode.
E911 only mode.
New voice mail indicator.
Battery indicator. Indicates battery charge level.
New TXT/PIX message indicator or Browser message.
In use indicator. A call is in progress.
* No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.
No service indicator. The phone is not receiving a system signal.
Voice Privacy.
Data Session.
Vibrate mode. Alarm Only. Sounds Off.
Alarm On.
Speaker Phone.
Bluetooth Audio Device Connected.
Missed Calls.
Schedule.
TTY.
EVDO.
SSL.
Key Guard mode.
Bluetooth On.
Announce Alert. Shown To All.
Standalone Mode.
EVDO & Digital.
EVDO & 1X.
1X.
Digital.
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Making Calls
1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press
for about 3 seconds.
2. Enter the phone number (include the area code if
needed).
3. Press .
lf the phone is locked, enter the lock code.
Call Failed - indicates the call did not go through.
4. Press to end the call.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
If you make a mistake while dialing a number, press
once to erase the last digit entered, or hold down for
at least 2 seconds to delete all digits.
Redialing Calls
1. Press long to redial the last number you dialed.
The last 90 numbers are stored in the call history list and
you can also select one of these to redial.
Receiving Calls
1. When the phone rings or vibrates, press to
answer.
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If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] while the
phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted for
that call.
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If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the
phone is ringing, the call will end.
2. Press to end the call.
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Quick Access to Convenient Features
Vibrate Mode
Use Vibrate Mode in public places. When Vibrate Mode is
set, is displayed on the screen, the key tones are
silent, and the phone is set to vibrate.
Vibrate Mode Quick Activation
1. From standby mode press for 3 seconds.
(Press for 3 seconds when the flip is open.)
Vibrate Mode Quick Cancellation
1. Press ( when the flip is open.) to switch to
Normal Mode.
Lock Mode*
Use Lock Mode to prevent others from using your phone.
When Lock Mode is set, your 4-digit password is required
to use the phone.
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The lock code/password is the last 4 digits of your
phone number.
Lock Mode Quick Activation
1. From standby mode, press for 3 seconds.
Lock Mode Quick Cancellation
1.
Press Right Soft Key [Unlock] then enter your 4-digit password.
Key Guard Mode
Key Guard Mode Quick Activation
1. Press [MENU] when the flip is closed.
2. Select [SETTINGS & TOOLS] and then Key Guard
Timer.
3. Set the timer. Press long to enter the Key Guard
Mode regardless of setting timer.
Key Guard Mode Quick Cancellation
1. Press any key and to cancel the Key Guard Mode
when a pop up message is displayed. A confirmation
message is displayed.
2.
Press Side Keys then the backlight is turned on without a
message to make it easier to check time in the key guard mode.
When Key Guard Mode is off, the side keys control volume.
Mute Function
The Mute function prevents the other party from hearing
your voice, but allows you to hear the other party.
Mute Quick Activation
1. Press Left Soft Key [Mute] during a call.
Mute Quick Cancellation
1. Press Left Soft Key again.
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Volume Quick Adjustment
Use the side keys to adjust the earpiece and master
volumes. The upper key increases the volume and the
lower key decreases the volume.
Earpiece volume can be adjusted during a call.
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Key beep volume is adjusted through the Menu.
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When the flip is open, you can press (lower side
key) for 3 seconds to set Sounds Off Mode.
Press (upper side key) to switch to Normal Mode.
Call Waiting
Your cellular service may offer call waiting. While a call is in
progress, two beeps indicate another incoming call. When call
waiting is enabled, you may put the active call on hold while you
answer the other incoming call. Check with your cellular service
provider for information about this function.
1. Press to receive a waiting call.
2. Press again to switch between calls.
Caller ID
Caller ID displays the number of the person calling when
your phone rings. If the caller’s identity is stored in
Contacts, the name appears on the screen. Check with
your service provider to ensure they offer this feature.
Speed Dialing
Speed dialing is a convenient feature that allows you to make
phone calls quickly and easily with a few keystrokes. Your phone
recalls the number from your Contacts, displays it briefly, and
then dials it. Speed Dial number 1 is for Voicemail.
Dialing Single Digit Speed Dials (from 1 to 9)
Press and hold the Speed Dial number.
OR
Enter the speed dial number and press .
Dialing Double Digit Speed Dials (from 10 to 99)
Press the first digit and then press and hold the key of
the last digit.
OR
Enter the first and second digits and press .
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Entering and Editing Information
Text Input
You can input and edit your Banner, Schedule, Contacts,
and Messages.
Key Functions
Left Soft Key : Press to access and scroll
through the following text input modes:
T9Word / Abc / ABC / 123 / Symbols
Shift : Press to change case.
T9 text : T9Word -> T9WORD -> T9word
Abc text : Abc -> ABC -> abc
Next : In T9 mode, press to display other
matching words.
Space : Press to complete a word and insert a
space.
Clear : Press to delete a single space or
character. Hold to delete words.
Punctuation : In T9 mode, press to insert
punctuation in a word and complete a sentence.
Text Input Modes
There are five modes for entering text, numbers, special
characters, and punctuation. In a text entry field, pressing
Right Soft Key displays a pop-up list of text modes.
T9Word (T9) Mode
Use to type text using one keystroke per letter. The phone
translates keystrokes into common words using the letters
on each key and a compressed database.
Abc (Multi-tap) Mode
Use to add words to the T9 database.
123 (Numbers) Mode
Use to type numbers using one keystroke per number.
Symbols Mode
Use to insert special characters or punctuation. There are
36 special characters including “SP” which inserts a
space and “LF” which forces the text to the next line.
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Changing Letter Case
Using T9 and Abc text input modes you can set the
capitalization. Press to access the following:
Initial Cap (T9Word / Abc)
Only the first letter is capitalized and subsequent letters
are lower case.
Caps Lock (T9WORD / ABC)
All letters are capitalized.
Lower Case (T9word / abc)
All letters are in lower case.
Text Input Examples
Display the text modes and select a text mode:
1. In a text entry field, press Left Soft Key to display
text modes.
2. Press to highlight the text input mode you want to
use.
3. Press to select the highlighted text input mode.
Using Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc mode.
2. Press to change to ABC Caps Lock.
3. Press . LG is displayed.
Using 123 (Numbers) Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode.
2. Press .
5551212 is displayed.
Using Symbol Text Input
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Symbols mode.
2. Press Right Soft Key [Next] to view the next 12
symbols or Left Soft Key [Prev] to view the
previous 12 symbols.
3. Use to highlight the special character you want
to insert and press to select it.
4. Press Left Soft Key to change to another text
mode.
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Entering and Editing Information
Using T9 Mode Text Input
To type the message “Call the office.” follow these steps:
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to T9Word mode.
2. Press .
3. Press to complete the word and add a space.
4. Press
.
Call the office. is displayed.
Using the NEXT Key
Some key combinations will have multiple word
possibilities in the T9 database. If the word displayed is not
the one you want, press to display additional
choices. For example:
1. Press .
Good is displayed.
2. Press .
Additional choices are displayed
such as:
Home, Gone, Hood, etc.
Adding Words to the T9 Database
If a word is not in the T9 database, add it by using Abc
(Multi-tap) mode text entry.
1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc (Multi-tap)
mode.
2. Press .
Bop is displayed.
3. Press Left Soft Key to change to T9 Word mode to
add the word Bop to the T9 database.
4. Press to erase the existing word.
5. Press .
Cop is displayed.
6. Press .
Cor is displayed.
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Contacts Entries
This allows you to have easy access to your most frequently
dialed phone numbers. You may store up to 1000 entries with up
to 5 phone numbers each. Each entry may be up to 22 characters.
Each phone number may be up to 48 digits.
The Basics of Storing Contacts Entries
1. From standby mode, enter the phone
number you want to save (up to 48
digits).
2. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
3. Use to select Save New Contact
or Update Existing Contact and press
.
4. Use to select a Label and press
.
Mobile1 / Home / Work / Mobile2 / Fax
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Use Update Existing Contact to
add another phone number to a
contact already stored in memory.
5. Enter a name for the phone number (up
to 22 characters) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed
briefly.
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To skip name entry, press
to go to the next step.
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If the information is complete,
press to return to the
Main Menu screen.
Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Options to Customize Your Contacts
Once the basic phone number and name information is
stored in your Contacts, you can edit and/or customize the
entries.
Adding or Changing the Group
Allows you to manage your Contacts entries by organizing
them into groups.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Group and press Left Soft Key
[Set].
4. Use to select the Group and press .
No Group / Family / Friends / Colleagues / Business /
School
5. Press to Save.
Changing the Call Ringer
Allows you to identify who is calling by setting different
ringers for different phone numbers in your Contacts. It is
automatically set to the default ringer when the Contact is
saved.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Ringtone and press Left Soft Key
[Set].
4. Use to select the Ringer Type and press .
5. Press to Save.
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Changing the Message Ringer
Allows you to identify who is sending you a message by
setting different ringers for different phone numbers in
your Contacts. It is automatically set to the default ringer
when the Contact is saved.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Msg Tone and press Left Soft
Key [Set].
4. Use to select the Ringer Type and press .
5. Press to Save.
Adding or Changing the Picture ID
Allows the phone to display a picture to identify the caller.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Picture and press Left Soft Key
[Set].
4. Use to select a graphic and press .
5. Press to Save.
Adding or Changing the Email
Allows you to enter an Email address associated with the
Contact entry.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight Email 1 or Email 2.
4. Enter an Email address and press to save.
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Adding Speed Dial
Allows you to set Speed Dial designations for phone
numbers in your Contacts.
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts] and use to
highlight an entry.
2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number you want to
set with a Speed Dial and press Right Soft Key
[Options].
4. Press to select Set Speed Dial and press .
5. Enter a Speed Dial digit.
Use the Keypad and press , or use to
highlight the Speed Dial digit and press .
6. Press to Save.
Editing Contacts Entries
Adding Another Phone Number
From Standby Mode
1. From standby mode, enter the phone number you want
to save (up to 48 digits).
2. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
3. Use to highlight Update Existing Contact and
press .
4. Use to highlight the existing Contact entry and
press .
5. Use to highlight a Label and press .
Mobile 1 / Home / Work / Mobile 2 / Fax
6. Press to Save.
A confirmation message is displayed.
Editing Labels for Contacts
From the Contacts Screen
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
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2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight a
Label, then enter the number and press to save.
A confirmation message is displayed.
Default Numbers
The phone number saved when a Contact is created is the
Default Number. If more than one number is saved in a
Contact entry, another number can be designated as the
Default Number.
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The Default Number cannot be deleted by itself. The entire
Contact entry can be deleted or another number can be set
as the Default Number allowing you to delete the original
saved number and keep the Contact entry.
Changing the Default Number
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to edit,
then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number you want to
set as the Default Number and press Right Soft Key
[Options].
4. Use to highlight Set As Default .
5. Press to Set the new number as the Default
Number.
Editing Stored Phone Numbers
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number.
4. Edit the phone number as necessary and press .
Editing Stored Names
1. From standby mode, press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
Your Contacts display alphabetically.
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry you want to
edit, then press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Edit the name as necessary and press .
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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory
Deleting
Deleting a Phone Number from a Contact
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry, then press Left
Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the phone number to be deleted.
4. Press and hold to delete number.
5. Press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
Deleting a Contact Entry
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry to be deleted.
3. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
4. Press Erase.
5. Use to highlight Yes .
6. Press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
Deleting a Speed Dial
1. From standby mode, press [MENU].
2.
Use to highlight Speed Dials, then press .
3. Use to highlight the Speed Dial number.
4. Press Right Soft Key [Remove].
5. Use to highlight Yes .
6. Press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
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Phone Numbers With Pauses
When you call automated systems such as voicemail or
credit billing numbers, you often have to enter a series of
numbers. Instead of entering these numbers by hand, you
can store the numbers in your Contacts separated by
special pause characters. There are two different types of
pauses you can use when storing a number:
Wait
The phone stops dialing until you the timer setting has
elapsed.
Pause
The phone stops dialing until the user selects resume.
Storing a Number with Pauses
1. From standby mode, enter the number.
2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
3. Use to select pause type and press .
Wait / Pause
4. Enter additional number(s) (e.g., pin number or credit
card number) and press .
5. Press Left Soft Key [Save].
6. Use to select Save New Contact or Update
Existing Contact and press .
7. Use to select a Label and press .
8. Enter a name (up to 22 characters) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
Adding a Pause to an Existing Number
1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].
2. Use to highlight the Contact entry to edit, then
press Left Soft Key [Edit].
3. Use to highlight the number.
4. Press Right Soft Key [Options].
5. Press Wait or Pause.
6. Enter additional number(s) and press .
A confirmation message is displayed.
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