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1. 2 Press Chat 3 A Mobile Web Browser session starts 4 Highlight a Chat provider and press NOTE This feature may require a subscription to a Chat service provider Messaging Settings Allows you to configure settings for your messages 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key F Message 2 Press the Left Soft Key amp Settings 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight one of the settings and press to select it Message Settings Sub Menu Descriptions 1 Entry Mode T9 Word Abc ABC 123 T9 Palabra Allows you to select the default input mode including Word Abc ABC 123 T9 Palabra 2 Auto Save Sent On Off Prompt With this feature on messages are automatically saved in the Sent folder when transmitted 3 Auto Erase Inbox On Off With this feature on read messages are automatically deleted when you exceed the storage limit 4 Messaging Font Size Allows you to set the message font size Choose Normal or Large 5 TXT Auto View On Off Allows the phone to directly display the content when receiving a message 6 TXT Auto Scroll On Off Allows the display to automatically scroll while viewing messages 7 Multimedia Auto Receive On Off Allows you to directly download the content when receiving a Picture or Voice message 8 Quick Text Allows you to display edit and add text phrases These text strings allow you to reduce manual text input i
2. Modify 2 1 6 My Verizon The My Verizon command provides you with direct access to your Verizon Wireless account information 2 1 7 Help Provides a general guideline to using Voice Commands 2 2 Calculator Allows you to perform simple mathematical calculations You can enter numbers up to eight digits and the sixth decimal place Calculations can be made with up to 4 lines at one time 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Tools 4 Press Calculator 56 VX5500 5 Enter the numbers to get the value you want To cancel a number press the Left Soft Key amp Clear 6 Use the Right Soft Key 59 Operators to add parenthesis or power among numbers for calculation 7 Use the Directional Key to enter operation between numbers and press for the result NOTE To insert a decimal press To insert press 2 3 Ez Tip Calculator Allows you to quickly and easily calculate bill amounts using the bill total tip and number of people as variables 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Tools 4 Press Ez Tip Calculator 5 Enter the variable fields Total bill Tip Split and the corresponding calculation fields tip and total for each person appear automatically 6 Press the Left Soft Key E7 Reset for another calculation 2 4 Calendar Allows you to keep your agenda convenient and easy to
3. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information Health Care Facilities Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or its representative 86 VX5500 regarding your vehicle You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle Posted Facilities Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices so require Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air Switch OFF your phone before boarding an aircraft Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations turn your phone OFF when in a blasting area or in areas posted Turn off two way radio Obey all signs and instructions Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even de
4. e Flash Wallpaper with fun animations e Bilingual English and Spanish Capability e Bluetooth wireless technology for certain profiles NOTE The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners NOTE Find the interactive user guide on the web for your convenience where you can freely surf and interactively learn how to use your phone step by step Go to http www verizonwireless com gt Support gt Phones amp Devices gt then choose your phone model gt then select Equipment Guide Important Information This user s guide provides important information on the use and operation of your phone Please read this guide carefully prior to using the phone to be able to use your phone to its greatest advantage and to prevent any accidental damage or misuse 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 Information to User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit
5. 1 Entry Mode T9 Word Abc ee 123 T9 Palabra 2 Auto Save Sent On Off POMPI foie tae casera eA 45 3 Auto Erase Inbox On Off 45 4 Messaging Font Size 45 5 TXT Auto View On Off 45 6 TXT Auto Scroll On Off 45 7 Multimedia Auto Receive OnO sce raddaxdasnaneden fel 45 8 QUICK TOM occcceciccduaeeed 45 9 Voicemail 0 04 45 0 Callback ciccceervansacead 45 Signature None Custom 45 Erasing Messages 46 CONTACTS costes cstesieshee tone aie ohna 47 1 New Contact 0 41 2 Contact List B GIOUPS c heces ctanenenenee en 4 Speed Dials 5 In Case of Emergency ICE 49 6 My Name Card 50 RECENT CALUS iscise wie ere cena 51 N MISSEG tesa snoracareatanized 51 2 Received 0 ee 51 3 Dialed eirata penu 52 A All denis iden ine Seam aaa 52 5 View Timers 2 2 004 53 SETTINGS amp TOOLS 54 1 My Verizon 0 eee ee 54 2100S inaanak 54 2 1 Voice Commands 54 2 1 1 Call lt Name or Number gt 55 2 1 2 Send Msg to lt Name or Num beesras siin inasins wnt 55 2 1 3 Go to lt Menu gt 55 2 1 4 Check lt Item gt 55 2 1 5 Contacts lt Name gt 56 2 1 6 My Verizon 0 00 56 QA HED ccadesc eessuwsse ced 56 2 2 Calculator 56 2 3 Ez Tip Calculator 56 2A
6. 4 Enter a name max 32 characters then press 5 Press to exit to call or the Right Soft Key a Options Customizing Individual Entries 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key 5 Contacts then use the Directional Key to highlight an entry 2 Press the Left Soft Key E Edit 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight the information to customize 4 Change the entry as you want then press to save your changes Speed Dial Allows you to set up your Speed Dials 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key 59 Contacts then use the Directional Key to highlight an entry Press the Left Soft Key amp Edit Use the Directional Key to highlight a phone number then press the Right Soft Key 59 Options Use the Directional Key o to highlight Set Speed Dial then press Enter a Speed Dial digit Use the keypad then press e Use the Directional Key to highlight the Speed Dial digit then press 8 Press Yes to confirm then press to save VX5500 23 nies Storing a Number with Pauses Pauses allow you to enter additional series of numbers to access automated systems such as Voicemail or credit billing numbers Pause types are Wait W The phone stops dialing until you press the Left Soft Key Release to advance to the next number 2 Sec Pause P The phone waits two seconds before sending the next string of di
7. Press Voice Clarity 5 Use the Directional Key C to scroll to a setting then press On Off 5 Display Settings Provides options to customize the phone s display screen 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press 5 Display Settings 5 1 Banner Allows you to enter a string of up to 23 characters which displays on the LCD screen 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Use the Directional Key C to scroll to SETTINGS amp TOOLS then perss 3 Press 51 Display Settings 4 Press Banner 5 1 1 Personal Banner 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press 5x Display Settings 4 Press Banner 5 Press Personal Banner 6 Enter your own banner text VX5500 67 NOTE Press the Directional Key P to change the color of the text Use the B to select the color you want Black White Yellow Orange Red Brown Blue Green Sky Blue 7 Press 5 1 2 ERI Banner If you use ERI Service ERI Text is shown on the sub banner 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Display Settings Press Banner Press ERI Banner Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press On Off o ao A WwW N 68 VX5500 5 2 Backlight Allows you to set the duration for illuminating the backlight Display and Keypad are set separately 1 ao Ae WwW N W
8. R Received 51 Receiving Calls 20 VX5500 113 Safety Information 87 Screen Icons 20 Security 74 Sent 42 Service Alerts 66 Set Shortcuts 72 Signal Strength 19 Sounds Settings 64 Speed Dials 48 Stopwatch 58 Supported Profiles 63 SW HW Version 82 T Take Picture 30 Technical Details 9 Text Input 22 TIA Safety Information 84 Tools 54 TTY Mode 78 v Vibrate Mode 21 View Timers 53 Voice Commands 21 54 Voice Message 40 Voicemail 43 Volume Quick Adjustment 21 w Wallpaper 69 World Clock 58 114 VX5500
9. To see the icon glossary with the flip open go to MENU gt Settings amp Tools gt Phone Info gt Icon Glossary on your phone 20 VX5500 Quick Access to Convenient Features Vibrate Mode Sets the phone to vibrate instead of ring dg is displayed To set Vibrate Mode with the flip open press and hold E To return to Normal Mode press and hold E Sounds Off Quickly deactivate your phone s sounds when you re in a place where phone sounds would be disruptive From standby mode with the flip open press and hold the lower side volume key for 3 seconds To return to normal sounds mode press and hold the upper side key Mute Function The Mute Function prevents the transmission of your voice to the caller To quickly activate Mute while in a call press the Left Soft Key 7 Mute then to unmute press the Left Soft Key E7 Unmute Volume Quick Adjustment Quickly adjust ringer and earpiece volumes by pressing the upper side volume key il on the left side of the phone to increase and lower volume side key to decrease NOTE The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during a call and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted through the Menu Call Waiting During a call one beep indicates another incoming call Press to answer it and put the first call on hold Press again to return to the first call Caller ID Caller ID displays the number and or name and or picture if applicable of th
10. check out the connection with a blue icon b on the list 3 1 2 Icon Reference in Adding New Device When the Bluetooth wireless connection is built and paired devices are found the following icons are displayed e Icon References When a Bluetooth Wireless Connection is Searched neither connected nor paired When a carkit device is found by your VX5500 device When an audio device is found by your VX5500 device When a PC is found by your VX5500 device When a PDA is found by your VX5500 device When another phone device is found by your VX5500 device When a printer is found by your VX5500 device When other undefined devices are found by your VX5500 device e Icon References When Successfully Connected When an only mono headset is connected with your VX5500 device Turn On Allows you to set the phone s Bluetooth power On Off 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Bluetooth Menu 4 Press the Left Soft Key F Turn On NOTE By default your device s Bluetooth functionality is tumed off VX5500 61 nes My Device Info Allows you to edit the name of the Bluetooth device when Add New Device menu is highlighted 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Bluetooth Menu Press the Right Soft Key ae Options Press My Device Info Press to clear the existing
11. name Use the Alphanumeric Keypad to enter a new custom name Press to save and exit 62 VX5500 Discovery Mode Allows you to set whether your device is able to be searched by other Bluetooth devices in the area 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Bluetooth Menu Press the Right Soft Key 9 Options Press Discovery Mode Use the Directional Key L 3 to highlight a setting then press 8 On Off NOTE If you choose On for Discovery Mode your device is able to be searched by other in range Bluetooth devices Supported Profiles Allows you to see profiles that your VX5500 phone can support 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Bluetooth Menu 4 Press the Right Soft Key 54 Options 5 Press Supported Profiles Auto Pair Handsfree Allows Bluetooth pairing with an audio device to be tried automatically with a default PIN code 0000 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Bluetooth Menu 4 Press the Right Soft Key I Options 5 Press Auto Pair Handsfree On Off The following options are available in the paired device For headset devices 1 Remove Device You can remove the device from the pairing list 2 Rename Device You can rename the paired device 3 Incoming Security Allows you to set permission before connect
12. 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 damage the power cord by bending twisting pulling or heating Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause electric shock or fire e 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 e 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 q5 vt R D m 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 Store the battery out of reach of children Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as earphone connection parts of the phone etc This could cause asphyxiation 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 p
13. 5 8 Clock Format Allows you to choose the kind of clock to be displayed on the front and main LCD screens 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press 5 Display Settings 4 Press Clock Format 5 Highlight a Clock Format submenu and press 8 Main Clock Front Clock 1 Main Clock Normal Analog Digital 12 Large Digital 12 Digital 24 Large Digital 24 Dual Off 2 Front Clock Digital 12 Large Digital 12 Off 6 Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 9 NOTE Press the Left Soft Key E77 Preview to preview the selected clock format 6 Phone Settings The Phone Settings Menu allows you to designate specific settings to customize how you use your phone 6 1 Airplane Mode Turning on Airplane Mode will disable all wireless communications 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Airplane Mode Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 8 On Off ao Aa WwW N VX5500 71 MU Sa 6 2 Set Shortcuts Allows you to set shortcuts to phone menus using the down up left and right Directional Key 6 2 1 Set My Shortcuts To access these shortcuts open the flip then press the Directional Key to the right from standby mode by default to display your four shortcuts 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Ph
14. Calendat 2 0 cated criaiscdd 57 25 Alam Clock oc scxescweckeacd 57 2 6 Stopwatch 54 58 27 World Clock occ ceasevecesad 58 2 8 Notepad cessicerisvissriawi 59 3 Bluetooth Menu 59 3 1 Add New Device 60 TUMOR cos sas My Device Info Discovery Mode 2 4 62 VX5500 5 nes Supported Profiles 4 63 6 6 Current Country 74 Auto Pair Handsfree 63 6 7 Security 4 Sounds Settings 64 6 7 1 Edit Codes 4 1 Master Volume 64 6 7 2 Restrictions 75 4 2 Call Sounds ososarecssricrna 64 6 7 3 Phone LOCK csissisress 75 4 2 1 Call Ringtone 64 6 7 4 Lock Phone Now 76 4 2 2 Call Vibrate 65 6 7 5 Reset Default 76 4 3 Alert Sounds 65 6 7 6 Restore Phone 76 44 Keypad Volume 66 6 8 System Select 77 4 5 Service Alerts 4 66 6 9 NAM Select TT 4 6 Power On Off 66 7 Call Settings 71 4 7 Voice Clarity 04 67 7 1 Answer Options 77 5 Display Settings 67 7 2 AUtO Rett eenen 78 BA Bane ccsccscavbaeraudecd 67 TS TIY MOde ci cancanesae cen 78 5 1 1 Personal Banner 67 74 One Touch Dial 80 5 1 2 ERI Banner 68 7 5 Voice Privacy 6cs c0ecced 80 5 2 Backlight iadsc
15. EIA IS2000 IS 95 adapted for PCS frequency band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface A EIA IS 634 MAS BS Nome A EIA IS 651 PCSC RS A EIA IS 41 C Intersystem operations A EIA IS 124 Non signaling data comm A EIA IS 96 B Speech CODEC A EIA IS 637 Short Message Service Service A EIA IS 657 Packet Data IS 80 Position Determination Service gpsOne A EIA IS 707 A High Speed Packet Data 10 VX5500 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 78 inches 2 cm from the body To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements a minimum separation distance of 0 78 inches 2 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 78 inches 2 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 To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements keep 8 inches 20 cm between the user bystander and vehicle mounted external antenna For more information about RF exposure visit th
16. Edit 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight the field you want to change 4 Make the changes then press Adding a Pause to a Contact Entry 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key S Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key to highlight a Contact entry then press the Left Soft Key amp Edit 3 Use the Directional Key O to highlight the number then press the Right Soft Key S9 Options 4 Press Wait or 4 2 Sec Pause o Enter additional number s then press Changing the Default Number The Default Number is the phone number you entered when you created the Contact Another number can be saved as the Default Number 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key 5 Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key 2 to highlight an entry 3 Press the Left Soft Key amp Edit 4 Use the Directional Key 2 to highlight a phone number then press the Right Soft Key 59 Options 5 Use the Directional Key J to highlight Set As Default then press 9 6 Press 8 Yes to set the new number as the default A confirmation message is displayed 7 Press again to save Deleting Deleting a Contact Entry 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key S9 Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key Oto highlight an entry VX5500 25 3 Press the Right Soft Key 59 Options 4 Press Erase 5 Press Yes to confirm Deleting a Speed Dial 1
17. LG Authorized Service Center Do not paint your phone The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use repair of the phone or upgrade of the software Please backup your important phone numbers Ringtones text 90 VX5500 messages voice messages pictures and videos could also be deleted The manufacturer is not liable for damage due to the loss of data When you use the phone in public places set the ringtone to vibration so you don t disturb others Do not turn your phone on or off when putting it to your ear Use accessories such as earphones and headsets with caution Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily Caution Avoid potential hearing loss Prolonged exposure to loud sounds including music is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss Some scientific research suggests that using portable audio devices such as portable music players and cellular telephones at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise induced hearing loss This includes the use of headphones including headsets earbuds and Bluetooth or other wireless devices Exposure to very loud sound has also been associated in some studies with tinnitus a ringing in the ear hypersensitivity to sound and distorted hearing Individual susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss and other potential hearing problems varies The amoun
18. Right Soft Key S9 Menu and select 1 VZW Home or press and hold to go to the Home Page View Browser Menu Press Voice Commands key A to display the Browser menu Soft Keys To navigate to different screens or select special functions use the Soft Keys The function associated with the Soft Keys can change for each page and depends on each highlighted item Left Soft Key Left Soft Key E is used primarily for options or selecting an item but its function may change depending on the content displayed Right Soft Key Right Soft Key S8 is used primarily for secondary options or a menu of secondary options Entering Text Numbers or Symbols When prompted to enter text the current text entry method appears above the Right Soft Key 9 as Word Abc ABC 123 or Symbols To change the input mode press the Right Soft Key S3 To create an upper case character press B Deleting Text Number Entered When entering text or numbers press to clear the last number letter or symbol Press and hold to clear the input field completely Initiating a Phone Call From the Browser You can make a phone call from the Browser if the site you are using supports the feature the phone number may be highlighted and the Left Soft Key E appears as Call The browser connection is terminated when you initiate the call After you end the call your phone returns to the screen from which you initiated the call V
19. With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Games 4 Press Get New Applications VX5500 31 ie Mobile Web feature allows you to access news sports weather and email from your Verizon Wireless device Access and selections within this feature are dependent upon your service provider For specific information on Mobile Web through your phone contact your service provider SHORTCUT Pressing the Directional Key is the shortcut to accessing Mobile Web 2 0 by default 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Mobile Web Ending a Browser Session End a Browser session by pressing 32 VX5500 Navigating Through the Browser On screen items appear in one of the following ways e Numbered options You can use your numeric keypad or you can select the items by moving the cursor and pressing the appropriate Soft Keys e Links embedded in content You can act on the options or the links using the Soft Keys just below the display screen e Text or numbers You can select the items by moving the cursor and pressing the appropriate Soft Keys Scrolling Use the Directional Key B A cursor lets you know which item is currently selected Fast Scrolling Press and hold the Directional Key to quickly move the cursor up and down on the current screen Scrolling by Page Press the Side Keys to move up and down a page at a time Home Page Press
20. amp Tools 3 Press Display Settings 4 Press 5 Main Menu Settings VX5500 69 nes 5 Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press Tab List Grid NOTE This User Guide gives navigation instructions according to the default List Main Menu Layout in the Display Settings menu If other menus are set navigating the phone s menus may be different NOTE Press the Left Soft Key E7 Preview to preview the selected menu setting 5 6 Font Type Allows you to set the font type 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Display Settings Press Font Type Use the Directional Key to scroll to a setting then press 8 VZW Font LG Edge LG Script NOTE The selected font can be previewed at the bottom left side of the LCD ao FF WwW N 70 VX5500 5 7 Font Size Allows you to set the Dial Digits font size Menu amp Lists font size and Message font size This setting is helpful for those who need the text to display a little bit larger 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press 5 Display Settings Press Font Size Use the Directional Key to select Dial Digits Menu amp Lists Message 6 Press the Left Soft Key amp Set 7 Use the Directional Key C to highlight a setting then press Dial Digits Normal Large Menu amp Lists Normal Large Message Normal Large ao ea Ww N
21. dispose of your battery properly or take it to your local wireless carrier for recycling The battery doesn t need to be empty before recharging Use only LG approved chargers specific to your phone model since they are designed to maximize battery life Do not disassemble or short circuit the battery Keep the battery s metal contacts clean Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance The battery can be recharged several hundred times before replacement e Recharge the battery after long periods of non use to maximize battery life e Battery life will vary due to usage patterns and environmental conditions e Use of extended backlighting Browser and data connectivity kits affect battery life and talk standby times e The self protection function of the battery cuts the power of the phone when its operation is in an abnormal state In this case remove the battery from the phone reinstall it and turn the phone on Explosion Shock and Fire Hazards e Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources e Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone and clean the power plug pin when it s dirty When using the power plug ensure that it s firmly connected If not it may cause excessive heat or fire e Ifyou put your phone in a pocket or bag without covering the receptac
22. end of the USB cable to the charging accessory port on your phone and the other end to a highpower USB port on your PC But prior to do these steps you need to have proper USB drivers LG USB Driver is downloadable below site http us lge com gt Click SUPPORT gt Click DOWNLOAD and search for LG USB Driver NOTE Low power USB port is not supported such as the USB port on your keyboard or bus powered USB hub USB driver should be installed before charging with USB Battery Temperature Protection If the battery gets overheated the phone will automatically turn off When you turn the phone back on a message pops up alerting you that the phone was powered off for your safety 18 VX5500 Battery Charge Level You can find the battery charge level m at the top right of the LCD screen When the charge level becomes low the battery sensor sounds a warning tone blinks the battery icon and displays a warning message As the charge level approaches empty the phone automatically switches off without saving Signal Strength Call quality depends on the signal strength in your area You can tell how much signal strength you have by the number of bars next to the signal strength icon YIM the more bars the stronger the signal If you re having problems with signal quality move to an open area or when inside a building try moving near a window Turning the Phone On and Off Turning the Phone On 1 I
23. mobile or PCS phones These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable Radio Frequency RF energy because of the short distance between the phone and the user s head These RF exposures are limited by FCC safety guidelines that were developed with the advice of the FDA and other federal health and safety agencies When the phone is located at greater distances from the user the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person s RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source The so called cordless phones which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house typically operate at far lower power levels and thus produce RF exposures far below the FCC safety limits 4 What are the results of the research done already The research done thus far has produced conflicting results and many studies have suffered from flaws in their research methods Animal experiments investigating the effects of Radio Frequency RF energy exposures characteristic of wireless phones have yielded conflicting results that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories A few animal studies however have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals However many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as t
24. outgoing calls 7 1 Answer Options Allows you to determine how the phone will answer an incoming call 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Call Settings 4 Press Answer Options VX5500 77 nes 5 Use the Directional Key to to mark the setting s you want to use then press Flip Open Any Key Auto with Handsfree 6 Press the Left Soft Key Done when you have marked the setting s you want NOTE Auto with Handsfree is available when any external device is connected to your phone or speaker is set to on When the following settings are set Ringer is not activated e When Sounds Off Alarm Only is set or individual Contact Ringer ID is set to No Ring Silence e When Ringer is set to Sounds Off with side key or Quiet 7 2 Auto Retry Allows you to set the length of time the phone waits before automatically redialing a number when the attempted call fails 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Call Settings 4 Press Auto Retry 78 VX5500 5 Use the Directional Key O to highlight a setting then press 8 Off Every 10 Seconds Every 30 Seconds Every 60 Seconds 7 3 TTY Mode Allows you to attach a TTY device enabling you to communicate with parties also using a TTY device A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed characters to voice Voice can also be translated into characters a
25. phone MEDIA CENTER is a technology and service that allows you to download and use applications on your phone With MEDIA CENTER it s quick and easy to personalize your phone to your lifestyle and tastes Just download the applications that appeal to you With a wide range of software available you can be assured that you can find something useful practical or entertaining Anything Unclear From the MEDIA CENTER menu press the Right Soft Key SB Info to see your memory status activity log help text and MEDIA CENTER status Use the Help option to view information from buying new applications to expired applications MEDIA CENTER 1 Tunes amp Tones Personalize your phone with ringtones A wide variety of choices are available such as current hits pop hip hop and more Access and Options 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Tunes amp Tones 4 Select a submenu by pressing the number that corresponds with the submenu 1 1 Get New Ringtones Allows you to connect to MEDIA CENTER and download various ringtones 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Tunes amp Tones 4 Press Get New Ringtones VX5500 27 i 1 2 My Ringtones Allows you to select a desired ringtone or download anew ringtone 1 With the flip open press MENU Press MEDIA CENTER Press Tunes amp Tones Press My Rington
26. that some biological effects may occur but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research In some cases other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results 2 What is the FDA s role concerning the safety of wireless phones Under the law the FDA does not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold as it does with new drugs or medical devices However the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit Radio Frequency RF energy at a level that is hazardous to the user In such a case the FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair replace or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists Although the existing scientific data does not justify FDA regulatory actions the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps including the following e Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones VX5500 93 nes e Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function and Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health The FDA belongs
27. to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level The following agencies belong to this working group e National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health e Environmental Protection Agency e Occupational Safety and Health Administration e National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities as well The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission FCC All phones that 94 VX5500 are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones The FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones Base stations are thus not the subject of the safety questions discussed in this document 3 What kinds of phones are the subject of this update The term wireless phone refers here to handheld wireless phones with built in antennas often called cell
28. will not re install or back up any data applications or software that you have added to your phone It is therefore recommended that you back up any such data or information prior to sending the unit to LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information 4 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 VX5500 109 nies i THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING 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 limitation 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 5 HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE If you experience any problems with either the Bluetooth headset or the mobile handset in each case as may be covered by this limited warranty you need only return the affected device For example if a 110 VX5500 problem exists with the Bluetooth headset pl
29. 100 A Accessories 107 Add New Device 60 Airplane Mode 71 Alarm Clock 57 Alert 65 Answer Options 77 Assisted Dialing 80 Auto Pair Handsfree 63 Auto Retry 78 B Backlight 68 Banner 67 Battery Charge Level 19 Battery Temperature Protection 18 Bluetooth Menu 59 c Calculator 56 Calendar 57 Call Settings 77 Call Sounds 64 Call Waiting 21 Caller ID 21 Charging the Battery 18 Charging with USB 18 Chat 44 Clock Format 71 Consumer Information on SAR 103 Contact List 47 CONTACTS 47 Current Country 74 D Dialed 52 Display Settings 67 Display Themes 69 Drafts 43 E Email 44 Erasing Messages 46 Ez Tip Calculator 56 F FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations for Wireless Devices 104 FDA Consumer Update 93 Font Size 70 G Games 31 Get New Ringtones 27 Glossary 111 Groups 48 I Icon Glossary 82 Important Safety Precautions 1 In Case of Emergency ICE 49 Inbox 40 L Language 73 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 108 Location 73 M Main Menu Settings 69 Making Calls 19 Master Volume 64 Memory 81 Menus Overview 15 Messaging Settings 44 Missed 51 Mobile Web 32 Music amp Tones 27 Mute Function 21 My Device Info 62 My Name Card 50 My Number 82 N NAM Select 77 New Contact 47 New Message 35 Notepad 59 o One Touch Dial 80 Online Album 31 P Phone Info 81 Phone Overview 12 Phone Settings 71 Picture Message 38 Pictures 29 Power On Off 66
30. Contents Voice Commands 21 Entering and Editing information ssrsicisssissdire 22 TeXtINPUt sess atewiesaean eas 22 Contacts in Your Phone s MEMON ctrcoicoiadearetina 23 Storing Basics 4 23 Customizing Individual Entries 23 Speed Dial asse irascusaniasiusas 23 Storing a Number with Pauses 24 Adding Another Phone Number 24 Changing the Default Number 25 Deleting cccccaceneeranwoteawades 25 Speed Dialing 4 26 MEDIA CENTER 27 1 Tunes amp Tones 06 27 1 1 Get New Ringtones 27 1 2 My Ringtones 28 1 3 My Sounds 0 28 2 PICtUIGS ioeo aed ocaemnsds 29 2 1 Get New Pictures 29 22 My Pictures 2 cisccececee 29 2 3 Take Picture saccseisisirviss 30 2 4 Online Album 4 31 SS GaMeSiss cicceisaruektans r 31 4 Mobile Web 32 5 Browse amp Download 34 Bi EX AS octet eniran teresa 34 MESSAGING 35 1 New Message 35 1 1 TXT Message 45 36 1 2 Picture Message 38 1 3 Voice Message 40 2cINDOX nitAeies EEE EEE 40 J Sent conieiwivetutenwennthina 42 A Draf e oeprors esenieus nenian 43 5 Voicemail 00s 43 6 Mobile IM 004 44 TEMA Asrecaticscat vocarcieaiye nenn 44 Bi Chat vs ngececnatantanethewd 44 Messaging Settings 44
31. Dials Allows you to view your list of Speed Dials or designate Speed Dials for numbers entered in your Contacts 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Contacts Press Speed Dials Use the Directional Key to highlight the Speed Dial position or enter the Speed Dial digit and press SET Use the Directional Key to highlight the Contact then press 8 For Contacts with multiple numbers highlight the number for the Speed Dial then press Press Yes to confirm A confirmation message is displayed 5 In Case of Emergency ICE This menu allows you to store names phone numbers and other information which will be very helpful in case of emergency Also it allows you to add read edit or erase the notes about yourself as necessary in case an emergency takes place 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Contacts 3 Press In Case of Emergency 4 Use the Directional Key O to highlight Contact 1 2 or 3 then press ADD 5 Press to add Contact from your Contact List Highlight the Contact then press ICE CONTACT ASSIGNED is displayed OR Press to enter information not stored in your Contact List 6 The generic Contact label changes to the specified name Entering Your ICE Personal Info 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU Press Contacts Press In Case of Emergency Use the Directional Key to highlight Pe
32. MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Info VX5500 81 nes Allows you to view your phone number 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Info 4 Press My Number 9 2 SW HW Version Allows you to view the versions of various applications such as SW PRL ERI Browser Media Center AVR MMS Bluetooth OTADM Version MSUI HW MEID Version and Warranty Date Code 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Info 4 Press SW HW Version 82 VX5500 9 3 Icon Glossary Allows you to view all the icons and their meanings 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Info 4 Press Icon Glossary 9 4 Software Update This feature gives your phone the ability to upgrade to the latest software and keeps your phone operating with the latest features without visiting a Verizon Wireless Communications Store for the upgrade You can either be notified automatically that there is an updated version of software available for your phone or you can manually check to see if there are any updates available for you to download Automatic Update Your phone will receive a notification that there is an updated version of software available to be downloaded You can press 8 when notified that a download is available or it can happen automatically Once the download is
33. Replies to the origination address of the received message Reply With Copy Replies to the origination address with a copy of the original message attached Forward Forwards a received message to other destination address es Add To Contacts Stores the callback number email address and numbers from the address of the received message into your Contacts Extract Addresses Allows you to extract addresses Sort By Sender Time Allows you to sort messages alphabetically by sender s name or by time received Manage Inbox Allows you to manage lock or erase message list Message Info Allows you to check the received message information Message Icon Reference E B bE BIE D SE New Unread TXT Messages Opened Read TXT Messages Priority High Locked New Unread Multimedia Message Open Read Multimedia Message New Unread Browser Messages Opened Read Browser Messages New Unread Notification Messages Open Read Notification Messages Multimedia Message indicates Picture Voice Message VX5500 41 nes Depending on the content and size of your messages you can save up to 100 Sent messages This menu lists your Sent messages Use it to verify whether the transmission was successful or not and view message contents 1 N With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message Press Sent Options from here with a message highlighted e Press OPEN to
34. With the flip open press the Right Soft Key 59 Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key to highlight a Contact entry to edit and press VIEW 3 Select the phone number with the Speed Dial then press EDIT 4 Press the Right Soft Key 9 Options 5 Press Remove Speed Dial 6 Press Yes to confirm 7 Press again to save Speed Dialing Allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily to numbers stored in Contacts NOTE Speed Dial 1 is for Voicemail Speed Dial 411 is for Directory Assistance 26 VX5500 Single Digit Speed Dials Press and hold the Speed Dial digit Your phone recalls the phone number from your Contacts displays it and dials it for you Multiple Digit Speed Dials When you press and hold a number key it signals the phone to attempt a Speed Dial transmission To dial Speed Dials with multiple digits press the first digit s as necessary then press and hold the last digit For example to Speed Dial 25 press Ee then press and hold Ex NOTE You can also enter the Speed Dial digit s then press Eg Speed Dials 95 96 97 98 and 99 Speed Dials 95 96 97 98 and 99 are preset to access certain phone account information 95 Warranty Center 96 Data 97 BAL 98 MIN and 99 PMT Unlike Speed Dial 1 these can be changed if you want NOTE 411 is not available for Set or Remove MEDIA CENTER MEDIA CENTER allows you to do more than just talk on your
35. X5500 33 ies 5 Browse amp Download Everything you need to know while you re on the go 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press 5 Browse amp Download 4 Press Get New Applications or select VZ Navigator using the Directional Key then press 8 VZ Navigator Now you can find the address of a great restaurant or the nearest ATM Check movie times Discover the latest hot spots And know exactly how to get where you re going VZ Navigator puts all the advanced features of the latest GPS devices and systems on your wireless device at a fraction of the price 34 VX5500 NOTES e To use VZ Navigator you must turn location on See page 73 Download subscription and airtime required for use only in National Enhanced Service Coverage Area accuracy and completeness of information is not guaranteed information about location of device will be used to deliver service 6 Extras 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Extras 4 Press Get New Applications MESSAGING SHORTCUT From standby mode pressing the Left Soft Key is a hot key to your MESSAGING Text messages Picture messages and the Voicemail box become available as soon as the phone is powered on e Check types of messages by pressing the Left Soft Key E7 Messaging e Make a call to the callback number in Inbox by pressing during a message check Depe
36. a Key Use for quick access to Camera function Press the camera key turns the handset in to camera mode to take pictures Rear view NOTES It s important to fully charge NOTE the battery before using the Antenna equipped inside phone for the first time your phone e Battery life and signal strength are significant factors among others that affect your phone s ability to send receive calls TIP If you hold the phone enclosing the lower edge you may interfere with the antenna s ability to receive a clear signal which affects call quality for voice or data transfer 18 PWR END Key Use to turn the power on off and to end a call Also returns to standby mode 19 Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters and select menu items 20 Vibrate Mode Key Use to set Vibrate mode from standby mode press and hold for about 3 seconds 21 Microphone Allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them Battery Cover Tit 1 33PM VX5500 13 14 Phone Overview Installing the Battery Remove the battery cover by sliding it downward followed by the arrow indicator Align the battery with the terminals near the top of the phone Align the battery cover then slide it to the right side until it clicks into place WS RA 14 VX5500 Removing the Battery Turn the phone off Slide the battery cover to left side and remove it Use the opening near the top of the batter
37. access Simply store your appointments and your phone will alert you with a reminder you set SHORTCUT Pressing the Directional Key C downward from standby mode is a hot key to Calendar by default 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press 2 Tools 4 Press Calendar 5 Use the Directional Key to highlight the scheduled day Left m Previous Day Right Next Day Up C Previous Week Down __ Next Week Press the Left Soft Key amp Add Enter Subject then scroll down to set remaining settings Highlight a Calendar setting field then press the Left Soft Key Set For each Calendar event you can set e Start Date amp Time e End Date amp Time e Repeat Until e Alerts e Tones e Vibrate Use the Directional Key Oto highlight the setting you want then press 10 Press 89 SAVE when Calendar information is complete VX5500 57 hime 2 5 Alarm Clock Allows you to set up to three alarms At the alarm time Alarm 1 or 2 or 3 will be displayed on the LCD screen and the alarm will sound 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Tools Press 6 Alarm Clock Use the Directional Key to highlight an Alarm 1 2 or 3 then press 6 Enter the alarm information including e Turn On Off e Repeat 7 Use the Directional Key to highlight the information you want t
38. ading the warning message 8 Select Revert by pressing 8 ay oo A A confirmation message is displayed briefly before the phone resets itself 6 7 6 Restore Phone Allows you to erase all user data and Contact information you ve entered in the phone s memory so it s as if it just left the factory 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Security Enter the four digit lock code Press Restore Phone 7 Press after reading the warning message o a AeA O N 8 Enter the four digit lock code 6 8 System Select Allows you to set up the phone management environment Leave this setting as the default unless you want to alter system selection as instructed by your service provider 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Settings 4 Press System Select 5 Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 8 Home Only Automatic 6 9 NAM Select Allows you to select the phone s NAM Number Assignment Module if the phone is registered with multiple service providers 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press NAM Select Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 9 NAM1 NAM2 a FF Ww N 7 Call Settings The Call Settings Menu allows you to designate how the phone handles both incoming and
39. ate This model phone meets the government s requirements for exposure to radio waves Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the maximum value Because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels to use only the power required to reach the network in general the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna the lower the power outpu
40. ath Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always marked clearly Potential areas may include fueling areas such as gasoline stations below deck on boats fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force DO NOT place objects including either installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage Also keep the user guide in an accessible place at all times after reading it i Violation of the A Caution instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product Do not disassemble or open crush bend or deform puncture or shred e Do not modify or remanufacture attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery immerse or expose to water or other liquids expose to fire explosion or other hazard Only use the battery for the system for which it is specifie
41. aveaavawdend 68 PO DIME TONES e cisoccxeesmwds 80 5 3 Wallpaper 4 69 7 7 Assisted Dialing 5 80 5 4 Display Themes 69 8 MeMO ainsin eane 81 5 5 Main Menu Settings 69 9 Phone lnie ccsecaccasteevetes 81 5 6 Font Type 0 00 eee ee 70 9 1 My Number 0 82 57 FOM Sinira nieniu 70 9 3 Icon Glossary 82 5 8 Clock Format 655 71 9 4 Software Update 82 6 Phone Settings 71 Sa eena nenea 84 6 1 Airplane Mode 71 TIA Safety Information 84 6 2 Set Shortcuts 2 4 cse sae e ce 72 Exposure to Radio Frequency 6 2 1 Set My Shortcuts 72 Sigra is 2xcciesenecsiedtasie inaa 84 6 2 2 Set Directional Keys 72 Antenna Care u 84 6 3 Voice Commands 73 Phone Operation 84 6 4 Language 73 Tips on Efficient Operation 85 GIS LOCALION Soscdsiecs sndaseenecirns 73 DIVING es eva ea dst tas agar 85 6 VX5500 Electronic Devices 85 Pacemakers 0 0 004 85 Hearing Aids 004 86 Other Medical Devices 86 Health Care Facilities 4 86 Vehicles espana ndane 86 Posted Facilities sisi recsisisesd 86 ee 86 Blasting Areas 0 04 86 Potentially Explosive Atmosphere 86 For Vehicles Equipped with an Air BAG cig ciseceiiee sie davesseas 87 Safety Information 87 Charger and Adap
42. complete you may depending on the nature of the update have three options available Accept the update Defer the update or Reject the update NOTE During the update you cannot make or receive phone calls including 911 calls or text messages Manual Update 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Info 4 Press Software Update The two options shown will be Status and Check New Press Status to see the status of a download or update and see information on the last successful update If updates have not yet been performed status information will be unavailable Press Check New to check if any new software updates are available to download If a newer software version is available it will automatically begin downloading after 30 seconds or you can begin the download immediately by pressing To stop the software download press the Right Soft Key SE Quit VX5500 83 nes Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld phones Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver When ON it receives and sends out Radio Frequency RF signals In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commissions FCC adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards p
43. d e Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per IEEE Std 1725 2006 Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazard VX5500 87 ness Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery terminals Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this standard IEEE Std 1725 2006 Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazard Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations Battery usage by children should be supervised Avoid dropping the phone or battery If the phone or battery is dropped especially on a hard surface and the user suspects damage take it to a service center for inspection At least one of the Authentication methods may be implemented e g H W S W Mechanical Hologram etc Improper battery use may result in a fire explosion or other hazard 88 VX5500 Charger and Adapter Safety The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the wall power socket Only use the approved battery charger Otherwise you may cause serious damage to your phone Use the correct adapter for your phone when using the battery pack charger abroad Battery Information and Care Please
44. de Voice Commands Calculator Ez Tip Calculator Calendar Alarm Clock Stopwatch World Clock and Notepad 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Tools 54 VX5500 2 1 Voice Commands This feature provides you with the following options equipped with AVR Advanced Voice Recognition technology Each option has its detailed information on the phone and you can check it out by pressing the Left Soft Key 7 Info 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Tools 4 Press Voice Commands Access and Options 1 With the flip open press the Voice Command Key p on the left side of the phone The Voice Commands feature has several settings which allow you to customize how you want to use it Access Voice Commands then press the Right Soft Key 59 Settings Digit Dial Readout On Off Choice List Automatic Always Off Sensitivity Control the sensitivity as Reject More Automatic Reject Less Train Voice Ifthe phone often asks you to repeat voice command train the phone to recognize your voice patterns Train Words Train Digits Prompts Mode Audio Playback Timeout For Mode set Prompts Readout Alerts Readout Tones Only For Audio Playback set Speakerphone or Earpiece For Timeout set 5 seconds or 10 seconds Call Alert Ring Only Caller ID Ring Name Repeat 2 1 1 Call lt Name or Number gt Say Cal
45. e FCC website at www fec gov Caution Use only the supplied antenna Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications to the antenna could impair call quality damage the phone void your warranty and or violate FCC regulations Don t use the phone with a damaged antenna A damaged antenna could cause a minor skin burn Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna VX5500 11 1 Earpiece 2 Flip 3 Main LCD Screen 4 OK Key Directional Key 5 Left Soft Key 6 Speakerphone Key 7 2 5 mm Headset Jack 8 SEND Key 9 Side Keys Volume Keys Up Down 10 Voice Commands Key 11 Accessory Charger Pot 12 International Call Prefix Key 1 Earpiece Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts 2 Flip Use to make or answer calls Flip open to reveal the keypad to dial a number or answer an incoming call Close the flip to end the call 3 Main LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons 4 OK Key Directional Key Use the OK Key to select the function displayed at the bottom of the LCD between the Left and Right Soft Key functions Use the Directional Key scroll through the menu items and highlight a specific field or object by moving up down left or right 5 Left Soft Key Use to access Messaging menu 6 Speakerphone Key Use to change to speakerphone mode 7 2 5 mm Headset Jack Allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient hands free conversa
46. e person calling when your phone rings Voice Commands Voice Commands allow you to do things by verbal command e g make calls confirm Voicemail etc With the flip open press the Voice Commands Key on the left side of the phone and follow the prompts NOTE Voice Commands can also be started with the designated key on your Bluetooth device Please check the manual of the Bluetooth device for further instructions VX5500 21 nes Text Input The following key functions are available to help with text entry H Left Soft Key Press to change text input mode Shift Press to change capitalization initial cap caps lock lowercase Next Press to display other matching words in the database in T9 word mode Space Press to complete a word and insert a space Clear Press to delete a CLR single space or character Hold to delete words 7 Punctuation Press to insert punctuation Text Input Modes In a text field press the Left Soft Key amp to display text modes T9 Word Abc ABC 123 Symbols Quick Text T9 Palabra 22 VX5500 Contacts in Your Phone s Memory Storing Basics 1 With the flip open enter a number max 48 digits then press the Left Soft Key E Save 2 Use the Directional Key O to highlight Add New Contact Update Existing then press 8 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight Mobile 1 Home Work Mobile 2 Fax then press
47. e you travel please verify the country of your current location so the correct Country Code can be applied 74 VX5500 6 7 Security The Security menu allows you to secure the phone electronically 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Settings 4 Press Security 5 Enter the four digit lock code The lock code is the last 4 digits of your mobile phone number if it is set The lock code is the last 4 digits of your MEID if your mobile phone number is not set 6 7 1 Edit Codes Allows you to enter a new four digit lock code 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Security Enter the four digit lock code Press 72 Edit Codes Select Phone Only or Calls amp Services ny oo FP WwW N 8 Enter your new four digit lock code 9 For confirmation it will ask you to enter the new lock code again 6 7 2 Restrictions Allows you to set separate restrictions for Location Setting Calls and Messages 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Security Press Restrictions Enter the four digit PIN code o Nn ow A WwW N Select a Restrictions menu then press Location Setting Calls Messages Enter the four digit lock code 9 Use the Directional Key to highlight the restriction then pres
48. ead Spectrum that enables the phone to keep communication from VX5500 9 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 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 The following table lists some major CDMA standards 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 CDMA Standard Designator Description E CDMA Dual Mode Air Interface A EIA 95A am eii SB 74 14 4kbps radio link protocol and Pees ANSI TD 008 interband operations A
49. ease DO NOT return your mobile handset with the headset Likewise if a problem exists with the mobile handset please DO NOT return the Bluetooth Headset with the handset To obtain warranty service please call or fax to the following telephone numbers from anywhere in the continental United States Tel 1 800 793 8896 or Fax 1 800 448 4026 Or visit http us lgservice com Correspondence may also be mailed to LG Electronics Service Mobile Handsets P 0 Box 240007 Huntsville AL 35824 DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS Please call or write for the location of the LG authorized service center nearest you and for the procedures for obtaining warranty claims Terminology EZ Tip Calculator Feature for easy bill calculation using the total cost tip and number of people as variables Advanced Voice Recognition Feature that allows you to perform a wide range of verbal commands by training the phone to recognize your individual speech patterns Bluetooth wireless technology Technology used to allow mobile phones computers and other personal devices to be easily coordinated and interconnected using a short range wireless connection MEDIA CENTER Feature that accesses the Internet to provide the ability to access and even download a wide variety of software information and more right on your LG Verizon wireless phone Glossary Acronyms and Abbreviations DTMF Dual Tone Mu
50. ect to MEDIA CENTER and download a variety of images for My Pictures 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Pictures 4 Press Get New Pictures 5 Press Get New Applications 2 2 My Pictures Allows you to view and manage photos stored in the phone 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press x MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Pictures 4 Press My Pictures 5 Highlight a picture with the Directional Key and press the Right Soft Key 59 Options for options 6 Select one of the following options Send Picture Message To Online Album Set As Main Wallpaper Front Wallpaper Picture ID Take Picture Turns on the camera function Get New Pictures Download various pictures Manage My Pics Allows you to mark multiple pictures to be erased moved or locked unlocked Rename Allows you to change the file name VX5500 29 Lock Unlock Allows you to lock or unlock Locked files can t be erased accidentally File Info Name Date Time Resolution Size Only appears when the picture is stored on the phone Editing a Picture Access My Pictures then use the Directional Key to highlight a picture Press 8 VIEW then press the Right Soft Key 59 Options to access additional Edit options like Edit Allows you to zoom rotate and crop the photo 30 VX5500 Lets you to take digital pictures 1 With the flip open press MENU Pre
51. eld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the same time This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000 The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices Should harmful VX5500 99 interference be found to occur the FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem 12 Where can find additional information For additional information please refer to the following resources FDA web page on wireless phones http www fda gov cellphones Federal Communications Commission FCC RF Safety Program http Awww fcc gov oet rfsafety International Commission on Non lonizing Radiation Protection http Awww icnirp de World Health Organization WHO International EMF Project http www who int emf National Radiological Protection Board UK http Awww nrpb org uk 100 VX5500 10 Driver Safety Tips Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere anytime An important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones one that every user must uphold Whe
52. elecommunications Industries Solutions ATIS The U and UT marks are referenced in Section 20 19 of the FCC Rules The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the VX5500 105 l i American National Standards Institute ANSI C63 19 standard When you re talking over the cell phone it s recommended you d turn the BT Bluetooth mode off for HAC For information about hearing aids and digital wireless phones FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control http www fcc gov cgb dro hearing html Gallaudet University RERC http tap gallaudet edu DigWireless KS DigWireless htm HLAA Hearing Loss Association of America http www hearingloss org learn cellph onetech asp The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order http hraunfoss fcc gov edocs_public at tachmatch FCC 03 168A1 pdf 106 VX5500 Accessories There are a variety of accessories available for your phone and three easy ways to purchase them shop online anytime at www verizonwireless com call us at 1866 VZ GOT IT 894 6848 or visit one of our Verizon Wireless Communication Stores Chargers Car Charger Batteries p en USB Cable VX5500 107 nes 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 warran
53. ent Agreement CRADA to do research on wireless phone safety The FDA provides the scientific oversight obtaining input from experts in government industry and academic organizations CTIA funded research is conducted through contracts with independent investigators The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world 7 How can find out how much Radio Frequency energy exposure can get by using my wireless phone All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal Communications Commission FCC guidelines that limit Radio Frequency RF energy exposures The FCC established these guidelines in consultation with the FDA and the other federal health and safety agencies The FCC limit for RF exposure from wireless phones is set at a Specific Absorption Rate SAR of 1 6 watts per kilogram 1 6 W kg The FCC limit is consistent with the safety standards developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering IEEE and the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement The exposure limit takes into consideration the body s ability to remove heat from the tissues that absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set well below levels known to have effects Manufacturers of wireless phones must repo
54. es Use the Directional Key Oto highlight a ringtone and press the Left Soft Key amp Set As You can press PLAY to play the ringtone e Ringtone e Contact ID Highlight and select the Contact to be identified by the ringtone you selected Alert Sounds Press the corresponding number key to set the ringtone for one of the following All Messages TXT Message Multimedia Message Voicemail a e WwW N 28 VX5500 1 3 My Sounds Allows you to record a new sound or select a desired sound How to record a new sound 1 With the flip open press MENU Press MEDIA CENTER Press Tunes amp Tones Press My Sounds Press Record New and press to start recording then press again to stop a Aa WwW N How to select a sound 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Tunes amp Tones 4 Press My Sounds 5 Use the Directional Key C to scroll and highlight a preloaded sound Options with a sound file highlighted Press the Left Soft Key E7 Erase e Press PLAY e Press the Right Soft Key J Options to select Send To Online Album Rename Lock Unlock Erase All File Info 2 Pictures View take and trade digital pictures right from your wireless phone Access and Options 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU 2 Press MEDIA CENTER 3 Press Pictures 4 Select a submenu 2 1 Get New Pictures Allows you to conn
55. es 9 What steps can take to reduce my exposure to Radio Frequency energy from my wireless phone If there is a risk from these products and at this point we do not know that there is it is probably very small But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks you can take a few 98 VX5500 simple steps to minimize your exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a person receives reducing the amount of time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance For example you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote antenna Again the scientific data does not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use 10 What about children using wireless phones The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones including children and teenagers If you want to take steps to lower exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy the measures described above would apply to children and teenagers usi
56. ference B oraft xT A Draft Multimedia Message 5 Voicemail Allows you to view the number of new voice messages recorded in the Voicemail box Once you exceed the storage limit old messages are overwritten When you have a new voice message your phone will alert you Checking Your Voicemail Box 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message 2 Press B4 Voicemail 3 Options from here Press the Left Soft Key E7 Clear to delete information and then press Yes e Press or CALL to listen to the message s OR 1 Dial 86 VM from your phone or dial your wireless phone number from any touch tone phone 2 When the recorded announcement begins press to interrupt if applicable 3 When prompted enter your password then FE VX5500 43 nes 6 Mobile IM Allows you to send and receive an Instant Message at any time 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message 2 Press Mobile IM NOTE Mobile IM is not supported on Prepaid 7 Email Allows you to send an email via Mobile Web 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message 2 Press Email 3 A Mobile Web Browser session starts 4 Highlight an email provider and press 5 Login or enter your email address and password 44 VX5500 8 Chat Allows you to chat with Internet Messenger users 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message
57. g impaired voice transmission text Operator able to talk oe x message receiving required For verbally text message transmission Operator impaired voice receiving required audible voice transmission voice receiving VX5500 79 7 The voice or text message from the receiver end displays on the TTY equipment display 7 4 One Touch Dial Allows you to initiate a speed dial call by pressing and holding the speed dial digit If set to Off Speed Dial numbers designated in your Contacts will not function 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Call Settings Press One Touch Dial Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 9 On Off ao FF Ww N 7 5 Voice Privacy Allows you to set the voice privacy feature for CDMA calls CDMA offers inherent voice privacy Check with your service provider for availability 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Call Settings 4 Press Voice Privacy 80 VX5500 5 Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press 8 On Off 7 6 DTMF Tones Allows you to set the DTMF tone length 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Call Settings Press DTMF Tones Use the Directional Key tJ to highlight a setting then press 8 Short Long a FF WwW N 7 7 Assisted Dialing Allows yo
58. gits 1 With the flip open enter the number then press the Right Soft Key 54 Options Use the Directional Key to highlight 2 Sec Pause or Wait then press 3 Enter additional number s e g pin number credit card number etc 4 Press the Left Soft Key E Save 5 Choose Add New Contact Update Existing 6 Choose Mobile 1 Home Work Mobile 2 Fax 7 Continue entering information for the Contact entry as necessary N 24 VX5500 Adding Another Phone Number From standby mode 1 With the flip open enter a phone number then press the Left Soft Key amp Save 2 Use the Directional Key to highlight Update Existing then press 8 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight an existing entry then press 4 Use the Directional Key to highlight Mobile 1 Home Work Mobile 2 Fax then press to save From the Contact List Screen 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key d Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key to highlight an entry then press the Left Soft Key E7 Edit 3 Use the Directional Key to highlight the phone number field to add then enter the number and press to save Changing Saved Information To edit any information you stored access the Edit Contacts screen 1 With the flip open press the Right Soft Key 9 Contacts 2 Use the Directional Key to highlight a Contact entry then press the Left Soft Key 7
59. he Directional Key Oto highlight the phone number type 6 Enter the number and press NOTE For more detailed information see page 23 CONTACTS 2 Contact List Allows you to view your Contact List 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Contacts 3 Press Contact List 4 Use the Directional Key to scroll through your Contacts alphabetically e Press the Right Soft Key Options to select one of the following New Contact Erase New TXT Message New Picture Message New Voice Message Set As ICE Contact Call Erase All Send Name Card e Press the Left Soft Key E Edit to edit e Press to view the entry details TIP Use the Go To field for quick access to an entry without scrolling For example to go to Vet enter the letter V VX5500 47 nes Allows you to view your grouped Contacts add a new group change the name of a group delete a group or send a message to everyone in the selected group 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Contacts 3 Press Groups 4 View a Group N Use the Directional Key to highlight a group then press Add a New Group Press the Left Soft Key 4 New to add a new group to the list Options Using a Group Press the Right Soft Key Options to select one of the following New TXT Message New Picture Message New Voice Message Rename Erase Add Send Name Card 48 VX5500 4 Speed
60. highlight an entry then e Press to open the entry e Press to place a call to the number Press the Right Soft Key Options to select Save To Contacts Details Erase Lock Unlock Erase All View Timers RECENT CALLS Press the Left Soft Key 7 Message to select TXT Message Picture Message Voice Message 2 Received Allows you to view the list of incoming calls up to 90 entries 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Recent Calls Press Received Use the Directional Key to highlight an entry then e Press to open the entry e Press to place a call to the number e Press the Right Soft Key O Options to select Save To Contacts Details Erase Lock Unlock Erase All View Timers e Press the Left Soft Key E7 Message to select TXT Message Picture Message Voice Message VX5500 51 3 Dialed Allows you to view the list of outgoing calls up to 90 entries 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Recent Calls 3 Press Dialed 4 Use the Directional Key C to highlight an entry then e Press to open the entry e Press to place a call to the number e Press the Right Soft Key ac Options to select Save to Contacts Details Erase Lock Unlock Erase All View Timers Press the Left Soft Key E7 Message to select TXT Message Picture Message Voice Message 52 VX5500 4 All Allows you to view the list of all calls
61. ican Drive Suite 300 Reston VA 20190 Voice 800 222 2336 Email info audiology org Internet www audiology org National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive MSC 2320 Bethesda MD USA 20892 2320 Voice 301 496 7243 Email nidcdinfo nih gov Internet http www nided nih gov health he aring 92 VX5500 National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Hubert H Humphrey Bldg 200 Independence Ave SW Washington DC 20201 Voice 1 800 35 NIOSH 1 800 356 4674 Internet http www cdc gov niosh topics no ise default html FDA Consumer Update The U S Food and Drug EDA Administration s Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones 1 Do wireless phones pose a health hazard The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones There is no proof however that wireless phones are absolutely safe Wireless phones emit low levels of Radio Frequency RF energy in the microwave range while being used They also emit very low levels of RF when in standby mode Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects by heating tissue exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects Some studies have suggested
62. ing an incoming device 4 Service Discovery Allows you to search for the services that the selected device supports 5 Device Info Shows the device information VX5500 63 NOTE When the device is connected to another handset the following extra options where found Send Name Card Get Name Card Exchange Name Card Send Calendar Event NOTES In the pairing list you can disconnect the connected device with the Left Soft Key F Turn Off Reversely you can turn it on by pressing the Left Soft Key E7 Turn On again When an audio device is connected then you select another device and press both devices are connected When connected with Phone or PC supporting OPP the following menus are possible Send name card Allows my contact data to send other device up to 1000 Contacts Get name card Allows you to pull name card of other device Exchange name card Allows you to exchange my name card with other device Send Calendar Event Allows you to send up to 300 Calendar events to other device 64 VX5500 4 Sounds Settings Provides options to customize the phone s sounds 4 1 Master Volume Allows you to set volume settings 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Master Volume Adjust the volume with the Directional Key then press to save the setting pi m pa 4 2 Call Sounds Allows you to set how the phone a
63. ith the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Display Settings Press Backlight Highlight a Backlight submenu and press 8 Display Keypad Display Main Backlight 7 Seconds 15 Seconds 30 Seconds Always On Always Off Front Backlight 7 Seconds 15 Seconds 30 Seconds 2 Keypad 7 Seconds 15 Seconds 30 Seconds Always On Always Off 5 3 Wallpaper Allows you to choose the kind of background to be displayed on the phone s LCD in standby mode 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Display Settings 4 Press Wallpaper 5 Highlight a Wallpaper submenu and press Main Wallpaper Front Wallpaper 1 Main Wallpaper My Pictures Fun Animations 2 Front Wallpaper Highlight the desired picture and press to select 6 Zoom in or out is available by Soft Keys and press to set 5 4 Display Themes Allows you to choose the color of the background screen 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press 5 Display Settings Press Display Themes Use the Directional Key Oto highlight a setting then press Classic Urban Black a FF WwW N NOTE Press the Left Soft Key E7 Preview to preview the selected display theme 5 5 Main Menu Settings Allows you to choose how the Main Menu displays for menu selection 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings
64. iting Text With the Text field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 59 Options Select the option s to customize Preview Displays the Picture message as it would be seen by the recipient N Save As Draft Saves the message into the Drafts folder Insert Quick Text Allows you to add Quick Text Copy Text Allows you to copy the input text Paste Allows you to paste the text you last copied into a text field Add Slide Insert multiple pictures into a picture message Priority Level Gives priority to the message High Normal Cancel Message Cancels message editing and goes to Messaging menu Editing Picture With the Picture field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 59 Options Select the option s to customize Preview Save As Draft Add Slide Priority Level Remove Picture Cancel Message Editing Sound With the Sound field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 59 Options Select the option s to customize Preview Save As Draft Add Slide Priority Level Remove Sound Cancel Message Editing Name Card With the Name Card field highlighted press the Right Soft Key I Options Select the option s to customize Preview Save As Draft Add Slide Priority Level Remove Name Card Cancel Message Editing a Subject With the Subject field highlighted press the Right Soft Key I Options Select the option s to customize Previe
65. l and then call someone simply by saying the name or phone number Please speak clearly and say the name or number exactly as itis entered in your Contact List When you have more than one contact number you can state the name and number type of the contact for example Call John Work 2 1 2 Send Msg to lt Name or Number gt Say Send Message and the command will prompt you for the type of message After choosing the message type you will be prompted for the contact name number or group It will automatically start a message If you say a full sentence command such as Send Message to Bob it will automatically start a text message without asking for the message type When using Send Message command speak clearly and say the name number or group exactly as itis entered in your Contact List 2 1 3 Go to lt Menu gt The Go to command allows you to access a menu within the phone for example Go to Calendar If no menu option is stated a list of options will be provided 2 1 4 Check lt Item gt The Check command allows you to check out a wide range of items such as Phone Status Voicemail Messages Missed Calls Time Signal Strength Battery and Volume VX5500 55 2 1 5 Contacts lt Name gt You can look up names in your Contacts for example Contacts John as well as manage your Contact List including creating erasing or modifying Read out Create New Erase
66. le of the phone power plug pin metallic articles such as a coin paperclip or pen may short circuit the phone Always cover the receptacle when not in use e Don t short circuit the battery Metallic articles such as a coin paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may short circuit the and terminals of the battery metal strips on the battery upon moving Short circuit of the terminal may damage the battery and cause an explosion General Notice e Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your mouth may Cause serious injury e Do not place items containing magnetic components such as a credit card phone card bank book or subway ticket near your phone The magnetism of the phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic strip VX5500 89 ie Talking on your phone for a long period of time may reduce call quality due to heat generated during use When the phone is not used for a long period time store it in a safe place with the power cord unplugged Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment i e TV or radio may cause interference to the phone Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged If a damaged antenna contacts skin it may cause a slight burn Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna Do not immerse your phone in water If this happens turn it off immediately and remove the battery If the phone does not work take it to an
67. lect the option s to customize From Contacts Recent Calls Groups e Editing Text 1 With the Text field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 9 Options 2 Select the option s to customize Insert Quick Text Allows you to add Quick Text Save As Draft Saves the message into the Drafts folder Add Allows you to add Graphic Animation Sound Signature Name Card or Address From Contacts Copy Text Allows you to copy text Paste Allows you to paste the text you last copied into a text field Format Text Allows you to change the look of the text Alignment Font Size Font Style Text Color Background Priority Level Gives priority to the message High Normal Callback Inserts a pre programmed callback number with your message On Off Edit Save Quick Text Allows you to save the message as a Quick Text Cancel Message Cancels message editing and goes to the previous menu Complete and then send the message Using Contacts to Send a Message You can designate an entry saved in your Contacts as the address instead of manually entering the destination 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message 2 Press New Message 3 Press TXT Message 4 Press the Right Soft Key 9 Add 5 Use the Directional Key to highlight From Contacts and press 6 Use the Directional Key to highlight the Contact entry containing the destination and press X
68. lerts you for types of incoming calls 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Sounds Settings 4 Press Call Sounds 4 2 1 Call Ringtone i o a Aa WwW N TIP With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Call Sounds Press Call Ringtone Use the Directional Key to highlight a ringtone then press to save the sound To hear a ringtone before you set it press the Left Soft Key amp Play 4 2 2 Call Vibrate 1 o on A WwW N With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Call Sounds Press Call Vibrate Use the Directional Key go to highlight a setting then press On Off 4 3 Alert Sounds Allows you to select the alert type for a new message 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Alert Sounds Select TXT Message Multimedia Message Voicemail Emergency Tone 6 The Alert Sounds menu has these options Tone Vibrate Reminder The exception for this is the Emergency Tone menu This menu has these options Alert Vibrate Off a FF N VX5500 65 nes 4 4 Keypad Volume Allows you to set the keypad volume 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Keypad Volume a Aa W
69. lpaper 4 Display Themes 5 Main Menu Settings 6 Font Type 7 Font Size 8 Clock Format 6 Phone Settings 1 Airplane Mode 2 Set Shortcuts 3 Voice Commands 4 Language 5 Location 6 Current Country 7 Security 1 Edit Codes 2 Restrictions 3 Phone Lock 4 Lock Phone Now 5 Reset Default 6 Restore Phone 8 System Select 9 NAM Select 7 Call Settings 1 Answer Options 2 Auto Retry 3 TTY Mode 4 One Touch Dial 5 Voice Privacy 6 DTMF Tones 7 Assisted Dialing 8 Memory 9 Phone Info 1 My Number 2 SW HW Version 3 Icon Glossary 4 Software Update Some content in this user guide may differ from your phone depending on the phone software Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice VX5500 17 nes Charging the Battery To use the charger provided with your phone NOTICE Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone Improper handling of the charging port as well as the use of an incompatible charger may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty 1 Plug the end of the AC adapter into the phone s charger port and the other end into an electrical outlet NOTICE Please make sure that the LG logo faces down before inserting a charger or data cable into the charger port of your phone 2 The charge time varies depending upon the battery level Charging with USB You can use your computer to charge your phone Connect one
70. lti Frequency or touch tone is a method used to communicate keys pressed on the phone Pressing a key generates two simultaneous tones one for the row and one for the column to determine which key was pressed VX5500 111 ERI Enhanced Roaming Indicator is a feature to indicate whether a mobile phone is on its home system a partner network or a roaming network Many phones indicate home vs roaming as an icon but ERI capable phones can clearly indicate third partner network status GPS Global Positioning System is a system of satellites computers and receivers able to determine the latitude and longitude of a specific receiver on Earth Position is calculated using time and distance IS 2000 Type of digital signaling It s the second generation of CDMA digital cellular an extension of IS 95 Differences between signaling types have to do with pilot signal and links to provide more traffic channels and control protocols 112 VX5500 NAM Number Assignment Module is how the phone stores the phone number and its electronic serial number SSL Secure Sockets Layer Protocol used to encrypt data sent over the air TTY Teletypewriter An electromechanical typewriter that either transmits or receives messages coded in electrical signals A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed characters to voice or translate voice into characters to display on the TTY 10 Driver Safety Tips
71. mbers while driving If you are reading an address book or business card or writing a to do list while driving a car you are not watching where you are going It is common sense Do not get caught in a dangerous situation because you are reading or writing and not paying attention to the road or nearby vehicles Dial sensibly and assess the traffic if possible place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic Try to plan your calls before you begin your trip or attempt to coincide your calls with times you may be stopped at a stop sign red light or otherwise stationary But if you need to dial while driving follow this simple tip dial only a few numbers check the road and your mirrors then continue Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Stressful or emotional conversations and driving do not mix they are distracting and even dangerous when you are behind the wheel of a car Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and if necessary suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road Use your wireless phone to call for help Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your VX5500 101 family in dangerous situations with your phone at your side help is only three numbers away Dial 911 or other local emergency number in the case of fi
72. n operating a car driving is your first responsibility When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car practice good common sense and remember the following tips 1 Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial Carefully read your instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer including automatic redial and memory Also work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without taking your attention off the road 2 When available use a hands free device A number of hands free wireless phone accessories are readily available today Whether you choose an installed mounted device for your wireless phone or a speaker phone accessory take advantage of these devices if available to you 3 Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can reach it without removing your eyes from the road If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time if possible let your voicemail answer it for you 4 Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving if necessary suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions Rain sleet snow and ice can be hazardous but so is heavy traffic As a driver your first responsibility is to pay attention to the road 5 Don t take notes or look up phone nu
73. ncorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements 104 VX5500 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations for Wireless Devices On July 10 2003 the U S Federal Communications Commission FCC Report and Order in WT Docket 01 309 modified the exception of wireless phones under the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 HAC Act to require digital wireless phones be compatible with hearing aids The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing disabilities While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices hearing aids and cochlear implants users may detect a buzzing humming or whining noise Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise and phones also vary in the amount of interference they generate The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones to assist hearing device users to find phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices Not all phones have been rated Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box The ratings are not guarantees Results will vary depending on the user s hearing device and hearing loss If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully Tr
74. nd then displayed on the TTY 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Call Settings 4 Press TTY Mode An explanation message is displayed 5 Press to continue 6 Use the Directional Key D to highlight a setting then press 8 TTY Full TTY Talk TTY Hear TTY Off TTY Full Users who cannot talk or Connecting TTY Equipment and a hear send and receive a text Terminal massage through TTY equipment 1 Connect a TTY cable to TTY TTY Talk Users who can talk but connection on the terminal TTY cannot hear receive a text message connection location is the same and send voice through TTY as a headset jack equipment 2 Enter the phone menu and set TTY Hear Users who can hear the desired TTY mode but cannot talk send a text 3 After setting a TTY mode check message and receive voice through the LCD screen of the phone for TTY equipment the TTY icon TTY Off Users send and receive 4 Connect the TTY equipment to without TTY equipment the power source and turn it on 5 Make a phone connection to the desired number 6 When connection is made use the TTY equipment to type in and send a text message or send voice TTY Mode Tele Type writer When making communications with a normal terminal Transmission User Feature Receiving Mode For hearing verbally impaired text message transmission Operator text message receiving required For hearin
75. nding on the content and size of your messages the phone can store well over 540 messages The information stored in the message is determined by phone model and service capability Other limits to available characters per message may exist Please check with your service provider for system features and capabilities New Message Alert Your phone will alert you when you have new messages 1 The phone displays a message on the screen 2 The message icon 7 is displayed on the display screen In the case of a high priority message the icon will blink 1 New Message Allows you to send messages Text Picture and Voice Each message has a destination Address and information Message These are dependent upon the type of message you want to send You can also attach files to your messages including pictures sounds and name cards VX5500 35 nes The Basics of Sending a Text Message 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message 2 Press New Message 3 Press TXT Message 4 Enter the phone number of the recipient or the email address for an email message You can enter up to 10 addresses for a single message 5 Press the Directional Key downward 6 Type your message in the text field 7 Press SEND 36 VX5500 Customizing the Message Using Options e Editing the To field 1 With the To field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 9 Add 2 Se
76. ng wireless phones Reducing the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all For example the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000 They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists 11 What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment Radio Frequency RF energy from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices For this reason the FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure Electro Magnetic Interference EMI of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones This test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation AAMI The final draft a joint effort by the FDA medical device manufacturers and many other groups was completed in late 2000 This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handh
77. nstall a charged battery or connect the phone to an external power source 2 With the flip open press located above the key on the keypad until the LCD screen lights up Turning the Phone Off With the flip open press and hold until the display turns off Making Calls 1 Make sure the phone is turned on If not open the flip and press for about three seconds If necessary enter the lock code 2 Enter the phone number 3 Press 4 Press to end the call NOTE Your phone has a Voice Commands feature that also lets you make calls by saying a phone number name or location Correcting Dialing Mistakes With the flip open press once to erase the last digit entered or hold it down for at least two seconds to delete all the digits Redialing Calls With the flip open press twice to redial the last number dialed VX5500 19 Getting Started with Your Phone Receiving Calls 1 When the phone rings or vibrates you can answer the call by simply opening the flip NOTE If the Answer Options setting is set to Any Key you can Open the flip and press the Left Soft Key amp Quiet to mute the ringing or vibration for that call Open the flip and press the Right Soft Key aa Ignore to end the call or send it directly to Voicemail 2 Press to end the call or simply close the flip Screen Icons When the phone is on the top line of the LCD screen displays phone status icons
78. nto messages 9 Voicemail Allows you to manually enter the access number for Voicemail Service This feature should be only used when a VMS Voicemail Service access number is not provided from the network 0 Callback Allows you to automatically send a designated callback number when you send a message Signature None Custom Allows you make edit a signature to automatically send with your messages VX5500 45 Erasing Messages Allows you to erase messages stored in your Inbox Sent or Drafts folders You can also erase all messages at the same time 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E7 Message Press the Right Soft Key a Options then select one of the following Erase Inbox Erase Sent Erase Drafts Erase All Press to erase the messages selected N w p gt Press to confirm the deletion A confirmation message is displayed 46 VX5500 CONTACTS The Contacts Menu allows you to store names phone numbers and other information in your phone s memory SHORTCUT Pressing the Right Soft Key is a hot key to Contact List 1 New Contact Allows you to add a new number to your Contact List NOTE Using this submenu the number is saved as a new Contact not into an existing Contact 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Contacts 3 Press New Contact 4 Enter the name and press the Directional Key O downward 5 Use t
79. o be pre disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones so we do not know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000 Between them the studies investigated any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer glioma meningioma or acoustic neuroma tumors of the brain or salivary gland leukemia or other cancers None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phone RF exposures However none of the studies can answer questions about long term exposures since the average period of phone use in these studies was around three years VX5500 95 J i 5 What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed Lifetime animal exposure studies could be completed in a few years However very large numbers of animals would be needed to provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one exists Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly applicable to human populations b
80. o set then press the Left Soft Key amp Set to view your setting choices 8 Press SAVE after setting all of the Alarm fields as necessary no AeA Ww N e Set Time e Ringtone NOTE You can also open the flip and choose Snooze or Dismiss 58 VX5500 2 6 Stopwatch Allows you to use your phone as a typical stopwatch Pressing will start and stop Stopwatch time While measuring time press the Left Soft Key E to lap After time has stopped press the Right Soft Key M9 Reset 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Tools 4 Press Stopwatch 2 7 World Clock Allows you to determine the current time in another time zone or country by navigating with the Directional Key to the right or left 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Tools Press World Clock Press the Right Soft Key 59 Cities for a list of available cities a e WwW N 6 Select a city from the list then press The display shows the position of the city on a global map 7 Press again to zoom in on the city and view its date and time infomation NOTE With the Left Soft Key cg Set DST set to daylight saving time 2 8 Notepad Allows you to add read edit and erase notes to yourself 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Z Tools Press Notepad Press the Left Soft Key 7 Add t
81. o write a new note 6 Press the Left Soft Key F to change the entry mode 7 After filling in the note press to save it a FF WwW N 3 Bluetooth Menu The VX5500 is compatible with devices that support the Headset Handsfree Phonebook Access and Object Push for vCard amp vCal You may create and store 20 pairings within the VX5500 and connect to one device The approximate communication range for Bluetooth wireless technology is up to 30 feet 10 meters Bluetooth QD ID B014472 NOTE Read the user guide of each Bluetooth accessory that you are trying to pair with your phone because the instructions may be different NOTE Your phone is based on the Bluetooth specification but it is not guaranteed to work with all devices enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology Phone does not support ALL Bluetooth OBEX Profiles For vehicle accessory compatibility go to www verizonwireless com bluetoothchart TIPS HEADSET Supports use of a compatible bluetooth headset for mono voice e HANDSFREE Supports Bluetooth headsets and may also support other installed compatible Bluetooth devices with speakerphone capabilities such as car kits or a conference room device For Handsfree Car Kit Compatibility refer to VX5500 59 Wwwwverizonwireless com bluetoothchart on the Verizon Wireless website PHONEBOOK ACCESS Allows sharing of your name card phonebook entries and call histor
82. one Settings Press Set Shortcuts Press Set My Shortcuts Use the Directional Key to highlight a shortcut key you want to set Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 Shortcut 3 Shortcut 4 7 Press to display the available shortcuts Use the Directional Key to select one then press 8 o ao FF WwW N 72 VX5500 6 2 2 Set Directional Keys To access these shortcuts open the flip then press the Directional Key to access the option that you configured for that specific directional key 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Set Shortcuts Press Set Directional Keys Use the Directional Key to highlight a shortcut key you want to set Up Directional Key Left Directional Key Down Directional Key 7 Press to display the available shortcuts Use the Directional Key to select one then press o ao FSF WwW N 6 3 Voice Commands Using the Internal Keypad 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Settings 4 Press Voice Commands Prompts Mode Audio Playback Timeout For Mode set Prompts Readout Alerts Readout Tones Only For Audio Playback set Speakerphone Earpiece For Timeout set 5 seconds or 10 seconds Call Alert Ring Only Caller ID Ring Name Repeat 6 4 Language Allows you to set the bilingual English or Spanish feature according to
83. please observe the following e Give full attention to driving driving safely is your first responsibility e Use hands free operation if available e Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions or the law require it Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six 6 inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six 6 inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON e Should not carry the phone ina breast pocket Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference e Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place VX5500 85 nes Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such interference you may want to consult your service provider or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives
84. re traffic accident road hazard or medical emergency Remember it s a free call on your wireless phone 9 Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be a Good Samaritan in your community If you see an auto accident crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger call 911 or other local emergency number as you would want others to do for you 10 Call roadside assistance or a special wireless non emergency assistance number when necessary Certain situations you encounter while driving may require attention but are not urgent enough to merit a call for emergency services But you can still use your wireless phone to lend a hand If you see a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard a broken 102 VX5500 traffic signal a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen call roadside assistance or other special non emergency wireless number The above tips are meant as general guidelines Before deciding to use your mobile device while operating a vehicle it is recommended that you consult your applicable jurisdiction s local laws or other regulations regarding such use Such laws or other regulations may prohibit or otherwise restrict the manner in which a driver may use his or her phone while operating a vehicle Consumer Information on SAR Specific Absorption R
85. reviously set by both U S and international standards bodies ANSI C95 1 1992 NCRP Report 86 1986 ICNIRP 1996 American National Standards Institute National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements International Commission on Non lonizing Radiation Protection 84 VX5500 Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature For example over 120 scientists engineers and physicians from universities government health agencies and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard C95 1 The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines and those standards Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently Don t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive and always obey them Also if using your phone while driving
86. rovided 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 VX5500 3 Important Safety Precautions 1 WEICOMC s2ccaceaanielace hai 8 Technical Details 9 Important Information 9 Phone Overview 12 Installing the Battery 14 Removing the Battery 14 Menus Overview 15 Getting Started with Your PHONE wvsso see stewed 18 Charging the Battery 18 Charging with USB 8 Battery Temperature Protection 18 Battery Charge Level 9 Signal Strength 19 Turning the Phone On and Off 19 Turning the Phone On 9 Turning the Phone Off 19 Making Calls 0 0004 9 Correcting Dialing Mistakes 19 Redialing Calls 19 Receiving Calls 4 20 Screen Icons 2 0000 20 Quick Access to Convenient POGUES EE 21 Vibrate Mode SOUNdS Off sien caouerastacdenss Mute Function Volume Quick Adjustment 21 CallWaitingissirece inanes 21 Galler ID ysna aanta 21 4 VX5500 Table of
87. rsonal Info then press 8 Use the Directional Key to highlight one of the Note entries then press Enter information that would be helpful in an emergency e g your medical record number then press TIP When you ve assigned ICE Contacts and your phone is locked the Left Soft Key F appears as ICE allowing the emergency information to be viewed without unlocking the phone VX5500 49 CONTACTS 6 My Name Card Allows you to view all of your personal Contact information including name phone numbers and email address in one entry 1 e N o o With the flip open press MENU Press Contacts Press My Name Card Press EDIT to enter your personal Contact information Use the Directional Key O to scroll to the information you want to enter Enter your information as necessary then press NOTE Press the Right Soft Key 9 Options to send your name card 50 VX5500 RECENT CALLS The Recent Calls Menu is a list of the last phone numbers or Contact entries for calls you placed accepted or missed It s continually updated as new numbers are added to the beginning of the list and the oldest entries are removed from the bottom of the list 1 Missed Allows you to view the list of missed Calls up to 90 entries 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Recent Calls 3 Press Missed 4 Use the Directional Key to
88. rt the RF exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC The FCC website http Awww fcc gov oet rfsafety gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone so you can find your phone s RF exposure level in the online listing 8 What has the FDA done to measure the Radio Frequency energy coming from wireless phones The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE is developing a technical standard for measuring the Radio Frequency RF energy exposure from wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and leadership of FDA scientists and engineers The standard Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial Peak VX5500 97 nies i Specific Absorption Rate SAR in the Human Body Due to Wireless Communications Devices Experimental Techniques sets forth the first consistent test methodology for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users The test method uses a tissue simulating model of the human head Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy absorbed in tissue either by the whole body or a small part of the body It is measured in watts kg or milliwatts g of matter This measurement is used to determine whether a wireless phone complies with safety guidelin
89. s Location Setting Lock Setting Unlock Setting Calls Incoming Calls Allow All Contacts Only Block All Calls Outgoing Calls Allow All Contacts Only Block All Messages Incoming Messages Allow All Block All Messages Outgoing Messages Allow All Block All 6 7 3 Phone Lock Keeps your phone from unauthorized use Once the phone is locked it s in restricted mode until the lock code is entered You can still receive phone calls and make emergency calls You can modify the lock code using Edit Codes submenu within the Security menu 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Phone Settings VX5500 75 il any oon A 67 1 o on A Ww N 6 7 Press Security Enter the four digit lock code Press Phone Lock Highlight an option then press Unlocked The phone is never locked Lock mode can still be used On Power Up The phone is locked when it is turned on 4 Lock Phone Now With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Security Enter the four digit lock code Press Lock Phone Now 5 Reset Default Allows you to reset your phone to the factory default settings 1 With the flip open press 2 3 MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings 76 VX5500 Press Security Enter the four digit lock code Press Reset Default Press after re
90. s 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 Technical Details communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio 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 which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operated the equipment under FCC rules Technical Details The VX5500 is an all digital phone that operates on both Code Division Multiple Access CDMA frequencies Cellular services at 800 Mkz and Personal Communication Services PCS at 1 9 GHz CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS Direct Sequence Spr
91. ss MEDIA CENTER Press Pictures Press Take Picture a FF Ww N Set the brightness by pressing the Directional Key up and down C zoom by pressing the Directional Key left and right and press the Right Soft Key 59 Options to change other settings NOTE Zooming is not available on the highest resolution e Select the option s to customize RESOLUTION 640x480 320x240 160x120 SELF TIMER Off 3 Seconds 5 Seconds 10 Seconds WHITE BALANCE Auto Sunny Cloudy Fluorescent Glow SHUTTER SOUND Shutter No Sound Say Cheese Ready 123 COLOR EFFECTS Normal Negative Aqua Sepia Black amp White NIGHT MODE On Off PHOTOMETRY Average Spot Spot Multiple PREVIEW Actual view Full screen 6 Take a picture by pressing 9 TAKE 7 Press the Left Soft Key E7 Save The picture is stored in My Pictures TIP Taking pictures with the flip closed Press and hold the side camera key on the right side of the phone And then press the side volume keys on the left side of the phone 2 4 Online Album Use to access the Online Album PIX Place 1 With the flip open press MENU Press MEDIA CENTER Press Pictures Press Online Album Login your mobile number and password as applicable a Aa WwW N 3 Games Allows you to download games and applications from the MEDIA CENTER server Choose the software you want from the list displayed on the screen 1
92. t Before a phone model is available for sale to the public it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure The tests are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC for each model The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is 0 953 W kg and when worn on the body as described in this user guide is 0 643 W kg body worn measurements differ among phone models depending upon available accessories and FCC VX5500 103 nes requirements While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and at various positions they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF emission guidelines SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of http www fec gov oet fccid after searching on FCC ID BEJVX5500 Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates SAR can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association CTIA website at http www ctia org In the United States and Canada the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1 6 watts kg W kg averaged over one gram of tissue The standard i
93. t of sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound the device the device settings and the headphones You should follow some commonsense recommendations when using any portable audio device Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at which you can hear adequately When using headphones turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment use noise cancelling headphones to block out background environmental Noise Limit the amount of time you listen As the volume increases less time is required before your hearing could be affected Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises such as rock concerts that might cause temporary hearing loss Temporary hearing loss might cause unsafe volumes to sound normal Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort If you experience ringing in your ears VX5500 91 nies hear muffled speech or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device discontinue use and consult your doctor You can obtain additional information on this subject from the following sources American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza Amer
94. ter Safety 88 Battery Information and Care 88 Explosion Shock and Fire Hazards89 General Notice 4 89 Caution Avoid potential hearing OSGi ct siccrsctannssresesneseds 91 FDA Consumer Update 93 10 Driver Safety Tips 100 Consumer Information on SAR 103 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Regulations for Wireless DOWiCGS piranti dm daamdes 104 Accessories 107 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ccaccctscontan 108 e n E E tions 111 Terminology 005 111 Acronyms and Abbreviations 111 NGS pee hick pase Rete melee 113 VX5500 7 Thank you for choosing the VX5500 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 compact phone offers e Built in VGA Camera e Mobile Web 2 0 Sleek and Compact Design e Large easy to read 8 line backlit LCD with status icons e Media Center capable for game wallpaper and ringtone downloads e 23 key keypad and Directional Key e Long battery standby and talk time 8 VX5500 e Easy operation using menu driven interface with prompts e Paging messaging Voicemail caller ID IM and chat e Advanced Voice Recognition e Quick calling functions including auto answer auto retry 999 speed dials and voice commands
95. thorized 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 not 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 This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied either in fact or by operations of law statutory or otherwise including but not 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 10 Products used or obtained in a rental program 11 Consumables such as fuses 3 WHAT LG WILL DO LG will at its sole option either repair replace or refund the purchase price of any unit that does not conform to this limited warranty LG may choose at its option to use functionally equivalent re conditioned refurbished or new units or parts or any units In addition LG
96. tions 13 Camera Lens 14 Front LCD Screen 15 Right Soft Key 16 CLR Key 17 Camera Key 18 PWR END Key 19 Alphanumeric Keypad 20 Vibrate Mode Key 21 Microphone 8 SEND Key Use to make and answer calls 9 Side Keys Volume Keys Up Down Use to adjust the Master Volume in standby mode and the Earpiece Volume during a call 10 Voice Commands Key Use for quick access to Voice Commands 11 Accessory Charger Port Connects the phone to the battery charger or other compatible accessory 12 International Call Prefix Key To make an international call press and hold e for 2 or 3 seconds is the international calling code Standby mode is when the phone is waiting for input from you No menu is displayed and the phone isn t performing any action It s the starting point for all of the instruction steps This User Manual gives navigation instructions according to the default list Main Menu Layout in the Display Settings menu If other themes or menus are set navigating the phone s menus may be different 12 VX5500 13 Camera Lens Used to take a photo Keep it clean for optimal photo quality 14 Front LCD Screen Display digital clock and phone status 15 Right Soft Key Use to access Contact List 16 CLR Key Deletes single spaces or characters with a quick press but press and hold to delete entire words Also backs out of menus one level at a time 17 Camer
97. to mark the contact 7 Press the Left Soft Key E7 Done NOTE The Address feature allows multi sending of up to 10 total addresses 8 Complete the message as necessary VX5500 37 nes 1 2 Picture Message The Basics of Sending a Picture Message f ol With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message Press New Message Press Picture Message Enter the cellular phone number or email address of the recipient Press the Directional Key C downward Type your message in the text field Use the Directional Key O to highlight Picture and press the Left Soft Key F My Pics Use the Directional Key to select the image you want to send then press 8 Use the Directional Key to highlight Sound then press the Left Soft Key amp Sounds Use the Directional Key to highlight the audio file you want to send then press 8 38 VX5500 Use the Directional Key to highlight Name Card then press the Left Soft Key E7 Contacts Use the Directional Key to choose My Name Card From Contacts 10 Use the Directional Key to 1 N highlight Subject and enter the subject Press SEND A confirmation message is displayed Editing the To field With the To field highlighted press the Right Soft Key 59 Add Select the option s to customize From Contacts From Recent Calls Groups To Online Album To Contacts Ed
98. ty for the product extends for TWELVE 12 MONTHS beginning on the date of purchase of the product with valid proof of purchase or absent valid proof of purchase FIFTEEN 15 MONTHS from date of manufacture as determined by the unit s manufacture date code 2 The limited warranty extends only 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 itis in the U S including Alaska Hawaii U S Territories and Canada 4 The external housing and cosmetic parts shall be free of defects at the time of shipment 108 VX5500 and therefore 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 unau
99. u to allows easy dialing of international calls while roaming in another country If Set to On Assisted Dialing is displayed in calling screen 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Call Settings 4 Press Assisted Dialing 5 Use the Directional Key _ to highlight a setting then press On Off 6 Highlight the Reference Country and press Left Soft Key E7 Set to select country 7 Use the Directional Key Oto scroll to the desired country 8 Press Left Soft Key amp Details to edit and save the country code IDD Prefix International Direct Dial NDD Prefix National Direct Dial Area City Code and Length Length of Phone Number then press to set NOTE Ex gt A device in a China is trying to reach a U S number 201 555 5555 Reference Country is U S A replace code with IDD prefix for China User Enters 1 201 555 5555 Assisted Dialing 00 1 201 555 5555 8 Memory Allows you to check your VX5500 internal phone memory Shows the memory information saved in your phone 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Memory 4 Use the Directional Key O to select file storage type in the VX5500 then press to view the memory used Memory Usage My Pictures My Sounds 9 Phone Info Allows you to view the information specific to your phone and software 1 With the flip open press
100. up to 270 entries 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Recent Calls 3 Press 4 all 4 Use the Directional Key to highlight an entry then Press to open the entry e Press to place a call to the number e Press the Right Soft Key 5S9 Options to select Save to Contacts Details Erase Lock Unlock Erase All View Timers e Press the Left Soft Key F Message to select TXT Message Picture Message Voice Message SHORTCUT To view a quick list of all your recent calls press from standby mode 5 View Timers Allows you to view the duration of selected calls 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Recent Calls 3 Press 5 View Timers 4 Use the Directional Key to highlight a call list Last Call All Calls Received Calls Dialed Calls Roaming Calls Transmit Data Received Data Total Data Last Reset Lifetime Calls Lifetime Data 5 Press the Left Soft Key amp Reset to reset the highlighted timer N 6 Reset all the recorded timers by pressing the Right Soft Key A Reset All NOTE Lifetime Calls and Lifetime Data cannot be reset VX5500 53 MU Sa SETTINGS amp TOOLS 1 My Verizon Check your subscription information ranging from your payment plan to your software upgrade or other available service 1 With the flip open press MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press My Verizon 2 Tools Your phone tools inclu
101. ut ten or more years follow up may be needed to provide answers about some health effects such as cancer This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer causing agent and the time tumors develop if they do may be many many years The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day to day use of wireless phones Many factors affect this measurement such as the angle at which the phone is held or which model of phone is used 96 VX5500 6 What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of wireless phone RF The FDA is working with the U S National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy The FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electro Magnetic Fields EMF Project since its inception in 1996 An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world The project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications amp Internet Association CTIA have a formal Cooperative Research And Developm
102. verizonwireless User Guide LG vx5500 MESSAGING PHONE Copyright 2009 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Important Safety Precautions Read these simple guidelines Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal Further detailed information is given in this user guide AWarning Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death e Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and or battery and could cause the battery to explode e Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode e Never store your phone in temperatu res less than 4 F or greater than 122 F Do not dispose of your battery near 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 the air bag If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed you may be seriously injured e Do not use a hand held phone while driving Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited For example aircraft VX5500 1 2 VX5500 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
103. view the message Press the Left Soft Key E7 Erase to erase highlighted message e Press the Right Soft Key a Options Forward Forwards a sent message to other destination address es Send Allows you to retransmit the selected message Add To Contacts Stores the callback number email address and numbers from the address of the message into your Contacts 42 VX5500 Sort By Recipient Time Allows you to sort alphabetically by recipient s name or by time sent Manage Sent Allows you to manage erase or lock message list Message Info Allows you to check the sent message information Message Icon Reference Text Picture Voice Messages sent Message delivered Text Picture Voice Messages failed Multiple Messages sent Multiple Messages delivered Multiple Messages failed Multiple Messages incomplete Priority High Locked o He oe BRE 4 Drafts Displays draft messages 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E7 Message 2 Press Drafts 3 Options from here with a message highlighted e Press EDIT to continue editing the message e Press the Left Soft Key E7 Erase e Press the Right Soft Key a Options Send Sends the selected message Add To Contacts Stores the callback number email address and numbers from the address included in the message into your Contacts Manage Drafts Allows you to manage erase or lock messages Message Icon Re
104. w Save As Draft Insert Quick Text Add Slide Priority Level Cancel Message VX5500 39 nes 1 3 Voice Message The Basics of Sending a Voice Message 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E Message Press New Message Press Voice Message Press to start recording Record your voice message Press to end recording nN oo A WwW N Enter the cellular phone number or email address of the recipient 8 Press the Directional Key downward 9 Type your message 10 Use the Directional Key to highlight Name Card then press the Left Soft Key E7 Contacts Use the Directional Key to choose My Name Card From Contacts 11 Use the Directional Key to highlight Subject and enter the subject 12 Press SEND After a connecting display message is transmitted 40 VX5500 2 Inbox The phone alerts you in 3 ways when you receive a new message e By displaying a notification message on the screen e By sounding a sound or vibration if set e By displaying 2 The icon will blink when you get a high priority message Viewing Your Inbox 1 With the flip open press the Left Soft Key E7 Message 2 Press Inbox 3 Options from here with a message highlighted e Press OPEN to view the message e Press the Left Soft Key g Erase to erase the highlighted message e Press the Right Soft Key O Options to access the options Reply
105. w N Adjust the volume with the Directional Key then press to save the setting 4 5 Service Alerts Allows you to set any of the four Alert options to either On or Off 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Service Alerts Select an alert option ERI Alerts you to the status of cellular service ERI Enhanced Roaming Indicator ao Aa WwW N 66 VX5500 Minute Beep Alerts you 10 seconds before the end of every minute during a call Call Connect Alerts you when the call is connected Charge Complete Alerts you when the battery is completely charged 6 Use the Directional Key Oto highlight a setting then press x On Off 4 6 Power On Off Allows you to set the phone to sound a tone when the phone is powered on off 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Sounds Settings Press Power On Off Select Power On Power Off o ao A WwW N Use the Directional Key Oto highlight a setting then press 8 On Off 4 7 Voice Clarity Allows you to set the phone to automatically adapt to noisy environments by adjusting the listening level and improving speech intelligibility NOTE The Voice Clarity feature is automatically disabled when you use the speakerphone or the hands free devices 1 With the flip open press 8 MENU 2 Press Settings amp Tools 3 Press Sounds Settings 4
106. y to lift the battery out Menus Overview gt CENTER A consscrs 1 Tunes amp Tones 1 New Contact 1 Get New Ringtones 2 Contact List 2 My Ringtones 3 Groups 3 My Sounds 4 Speed Dials 2 Pictures 5 In Case of Emergency 1 Get New Pictures 6 My Name Card 2 My Pictures 3 Take Picture 4 Online Album EMAIL 3 Games 4 Mobile Web 5 Browse amp Download Mosie IM 6 Extras My RINGTONES PP viessacinc 1 New Message RECENT CALLS Boba 1 TXT Message 1 Missed 2 Picture Message 2 Received 3 Voice Message 3 Dialed 2 Inbox 4 All 3 Sent 5 View Timers 4 Drafts 5 Voicemail 6 Mobile IM Baz NAVIGATOR 7 Email 8 Chat VX5500 15 1 amp TooLs 1 My Verizon 2 Tools 1 Voice Commands 2 Calculator 3 Ez Tip Calculator 4 Calendar 5 Alarm Clock 1 Alarm 1 2 Alarm 2 3 Alarm 3 6 Stopwatch 7 World Clock 8 Notepad 3 Bluetooth Menu 1 Add New Device 4 Sounds Settings 1 Master Volume 2 Call Sounds 1 Call Ringtone 2 Call Vibrate 3 Alert Sounds 1 TXT Message 2 Multimedia Message 3 Voicemail 4 Emergency Tone 4 Keypad Volume 5 Service Alerts 1 ERI 2 Minute Beep 3 Call Connect 4 Charge Complete 6 Power On Off 1 Power On 16 VX5500 2 Power Off 7 Voice Clarity 5 Display Settings 1 Banner 1 Personal Banner 2 ERI Banner 2 Backlight 1 Display 2 Keypad 3 Wallpaper 1 Main Wallpaper 1 My Pictures 2 Fun Animations 2 Front Wal
107. y with a compatible Bluetooth device OBJECT PUSH Allows sending and receiving of contact name cards and calendar events 3 1 Add New Device Pairing is the process that allows the handset to locate establish and register 1 to 1 connection with the target device 3 1 1 For pairing with a new Bluetooth device 1 Follow the Bluetooth accessory instructions to set the device to pairing mode 2 With the flip open press 8 MENU 3 Press Settings amp Tools 4 Press Bluetooth Menu 5 Press Add New Device Set the desired device to pairing 60 VX5500 6 If Bluetooth power is set to off you will be prompted to turn power on Highlight Yes and press 68 The device will appear in Add New Device menu once it has been located Highlight the device and press 8 The handset will prompt you for the passcode Consult the Bluetooth accessory instructions for the appropriate passcode typically 0000 4 zeroes Enter the passcode and press 8 When Auto Pair Handsfree is set to On the device will try to autopair for headset When pairing with the Computer PC or PDA is successful highlight either Always Ask or Always Connect and press to connect with the device 10 Once connected you will see the device listed in the Bluetooth Menu and Bluetooth indicator will change to the will show up on your screen when connected to the Bluetooth device You can also
108. ying out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs M Ratings Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled M4 is the better higher of the two ratings T Ratings Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled T4 is the better higher of the two ratings Hearing devices may also be rated Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating Higher ratings mean that the hearing device is relatively immune to interference noise The hearing aid and wireless phone rating values are then added together A sum of 5 M3 M2 5 is considered acceptable for normal use A sum of 6 is considered for best use In the above example if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating the sum of the two values equal M5 This should provide the hearing aid user with normal usage while using their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone Normal usage in this context is defined as a signal quality that s acceptable for normal operation The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark The M and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for T
109. your preference 1 a Aa Ww N With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Language Use the Directional Key to highlight a setting then press English Espa ol 6 5 Location Allows you to set GPS Global Positioning System Satellite assisted location information system mode i a Aea WwW N With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press 5 Location Use the Directional Key C to highlight a setting then press 9 Location On E911 Only VX5500 73 NOTES e GPS satellite signals are not always received by the phone especially under bad atmospheric and environmental conditions indoors etc When a Location Setting Restriction is activated in the Security Menu the lock code is required when you enter location menu The lock code is the same 4 digits you use as your device lock code initially the last 4 digits of your phone number When in Airplane Mode services supporting Location On functionality such as Chaperone will be suspended 6 6 Current Country The Current Country menu allow to select your current location 1 With the flip open press MENU Press Settings amp Tools Press Phone Settings Press Current Country Use the Directional Key O to highlight a setting then press 8 a e WwW N NOTE To assure that your phone works properly whil

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