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USE

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Copyright©2007 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Groupand its related entities. All other trademarks are theproperty of their respective owners.

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Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerousor illegal. Further detailed information is given in this user guide.

Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.

● Never use an unapproved battery since this coulddamage the phone and/or battery and could causethe battery to explode.

● Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it willcause the battery to explode.

● Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.

● Do not dispose of your battery near fire or withhazardous or flammable materials.

● When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or setup the hands-free kit near the air bag. If wirelessequipment is improperly installed and the air bag isdeployed, you may be seriously injured.

● Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.

● Do not use the phone in areas where its use isprohibited. (For example: aircraft)

Important Safety Precautions

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Important Safety Precautions

● Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to directsunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such asa bathroom.

● Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol,benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean yourphone. This could cause a fire.

● Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Itmay harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.

● Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as thephone may generate sparks.

● Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting,pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose asit may cause electric shock or fire.

● Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Donot allow the power cord to be crimped as it maycause electric shock or fire.

● Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it isbeing charged. It may cause an electric shock orseriously damage your phone.

● Do not disassemble the phone.

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● Do not place or answer calls while charging thephone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or causeelectric shock or fire.

● Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact withyour body during a call.

● Make sure that no sharp-edged items, such asanimal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with thebattery. 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 suffocationresulting in serious injury or death.

● Unplug the power cord and charger during lightningstorms to avoid electric shock or fire.

● Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG.The warranty will not be applied to products providedby other suppliers.

● Only authorized personnel should service the phoneand its accessories. Faulty installation or service mayresult in accidents and consequently invalidate thewarranty.

● An emergency call can be made only within a servicearea. For an emergency call, make sure that you arewithin a service area and that the phone is turned on.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Precautions .1Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Technical Details . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . .12Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Touch Sensitive Keys . . . . . . . . . . . .14Navigation Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Key Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Menus Overview . . . . . . . . . . . .15Menu Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Getting Started with Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . .18

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Charging with USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Battery Temperature Protection . . .18

Battery Charge Level . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Turning the Phone On and Off . . . .19

Turning the Phone On . . . . . . . . . .19

Turning the Phone Off . . . . . . . . . .19

Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Correcting Dialing Mistakes . . . . . .20

Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Quick Access to ConvenientFeatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Vibrate Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Mute Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Volume Quick Adjustment . . . . . . . .21Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Entering and Editing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Text Input Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Contacts in Your Phone’sMemory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Storing Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Customizing Individual Entries . . . .23Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Storing a Number with Pauses . . .24Adding Another Phone Number . .24Changing the Default Number . . . .25Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

GET IT NOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271. Music & Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271.1 V CAST Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

1.2 Get New Ringtones . . . . . . . . . .28

1.3 My Ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

1.4 My Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Playing Your Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Background Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Changing Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Play Song Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Sound Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Music Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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Exit From the Music Player . . . . . . .32

1.5 My Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

1.6 Sync Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

2. Picture & Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332.1 V CAST Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

2.2 Get New Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . .35

2.3 My Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

2.4 My Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

2.5 Take Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

2.6 Record Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

2.7 PIX Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

3. Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394. News & Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .395. Tools on the Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416. Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421. New Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .421.1 TXT Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

1.2 Picture Message . . . . . . . . . . . .44

1.3 Video Message . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

2. Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .473. Sent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .484. Drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .495. Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .506. Mobile IM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .507. Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .508. Chat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51MSG Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

1. Entry Mode (Word/ Abc/ ABC/ 123) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

2. Auto Save (On/ Off/ Prompt) . . .51

3. Auto Erase (On/ Off) . . . . . . . . . .51

4. TXT Auto View (On/Off) . . . . . . .51

5. TXT Auto Play (On/Off) . . . . . . . .51

6. Pic-Video Auto Receive (On/Off) 52

7. Quick Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

8. Voicemail # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

9. Callback # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

0. Signature (None/ Custom) . . . . .52

Erasing Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52CONTACTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .531. New Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .532. Contact List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .533. Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .544. Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .545. In Case of Emergency (ICE) . . . .556. My Name Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

RECENT CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .561. Missed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .562. Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573. Dialed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .574. All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .585. View Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

SETTINGS & TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . .591. My Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .592. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .592.1 Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . . .59

2.1.1 Call <Name or Number> . . .60

2.1.2 Send Msg to <Name orNumber> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

2.1.3 Go to <Menu> . . . . . . . . . . .60

2.1.4 Check <Item> . . . . . . . . . . . .60

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2.1.5 Lookup <Name> . . . . . . . . . .60

2.1.6 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

2.1.7 My Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

2.1.8 Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

2.2 Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

2.3 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

2.4 Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

2.5 Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

2.6 World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

2.7 Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

2.8 Ez Tip Calc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

3. Bluetooth Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .643.1 Add New Device . . . . . . . . . . . .65

My Phone Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Set On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Discovery Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Supported Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Last Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Auto Pair Handsfree . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Transferring Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

4. Sounds Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704.1 Master Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

4.2 Call Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

4.2.1 Call Ringtone . . . . . . . . . . .70

4.2.2 Call Vibrate . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

4.3 Alert Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

4.4 Keypad Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

4.5 Service Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

4.6 Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

5. Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .725.1 Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

5.1.1 Personal Banner . . . . . . . . .72

5.1.2 ERI Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

5.2 Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

5.3 Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

5.4 Display Themes . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

5.5 Clip Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

5.6 Dial Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

5.7 Clock Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

6. Phone Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .746.1 Standalone Mode . . . . . . . . . . .75

6.2 Set Shortcut Keys . . . . . . . . . . .75

6.3 Slide Auto Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

6.4 Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . . .76

6.5 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

6.6 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

6.7 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

6.7.1 Edit Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

6.7.2 Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . .77

6.7.3 Phone Lock . . . . . . . . . . . .78

6.7.4 Lock Phone Now . . . . . . . .78

6.7.5 Reset Default . . . . . . . . . .79

6.7.6 Restore Phone . . . . . . . . . .79

6.8 System Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

6.9 NAM Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

6.0 Auto NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

7. Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .807.1 Answer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

7.2 End Call Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

7.3 Auto Retry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

7.4 TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

7.5 One Touch Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

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7.6 Voice Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

8. Touch Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .839. Navigation Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . .849.1 Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

9.2 Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

9.3 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

0. USB Auto Detection . . . . . . . . . . .85*. Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85*.1 Save Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

*.2 Phone Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

*.3 Card Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

#. Phone Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87#.1 My Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

#.2 SW/HW Version . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

#.3 Icon Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . . . .88

Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Antenna Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Phone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Tips on Efficient Operation . . . . . . .89

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Electronic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Pacemakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Hearing Aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Other Medical Devices . . . . . . . . . .90

Health Care Facilities . . . . . . . . . . .90

Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Posted Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Blasting Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Potentially Explosive Atmosphere .90

For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .91Charger and Adapter Safety . . . . . .92

Battery Information and Care . . . . .92

Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

General Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Caution: Avoid potential hearingloss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . .9710 Driver Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . .104Consumer Information on SAR .107FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility(HAC) Regulations for WirelessDevices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111LIMITED WARRANTYSTATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Acronyms and Abbreviations . .115

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

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Welcome

Thank you for choosing theChocolate cellular phone designedto operate with the latest digitalmobile communication technology,Code Division Multiple Access(CDMA). Along with the manyadvanced features of the CDMAsystem, such as greatly enhancedvoice clarity, this compact phoneoffers:● V CASTSM Music and Video

Capability ● microSD™ expansion slot● Built-in 1.3 Megapixel digital

camera● Mobile Web 2.0● Sleek and Compact Design ● Large, easy-to-read, 8-line

backlit LCD with status icons● Get It Now® capable for game,

wallpaper and ringtonedownloads

● Music Player for MP3 and WMAsongs

● 24-key keypad and navigationwheel

● Long battery standby and talktime

● Easy operation using menu-driven interface with prompts

● Paging, messaging, Voicemail,caller ID, IM and chat

● Advanced Voice Recognition● Touch Key Protection● Quick calling functions including

any key answer, auto answer,auto retry, 99 speed dials, andvoice commands

● Flash Wallpaper with funanimations

● Bilingual (English and Spanish)capability

● 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

-> Support -> Phones & Devices ->then choose your phone model ->then select Equipment Guide.

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Important InformationThis user’s guide provides importantinformation on the use andoperation of your phone. Pleaseread this guide carefully prior tousing the phone to be able to useyour phone to its greatestadvantage and to prevent anyaccidental damage or misuse. Anyunapproved changes ormodifications will void yourwarranty.

FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance

This device and its accessoriescomply with part 15 of FCC rules.Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device andits accessories may not causeharmful interference, and (2) thisdevice and its accessories mustaccept any interference received,including interference that causesundesired operation.

Technical Details

The Chocolate is an all digitalphone that operates on both CodeDivision Multiple Access (CDMA)frequencies: Cellular services at 800MHz and Personal CommunicationServices (PCS) at 1.9 GHz.CDMA technology uses a feature

called DSSS (Direct SequenceSpread Spectrum) that enables thephone to keep communication frombeing crossed and to use onefrequency channel by multipleusers in the same specific area.This results in a 10-fold capacityincrease when compared withanalog mode. In addition, featuressuch as soft / softer handoff, hardhandoff, and dynamic RF powercontrol technologies combine toreduce call interruptions.The Cellular and PCS CDMAnetworks consist of MSO (MobileSwitching Office), BSC (BaseStation Controller), BTS (BaseStation Transmission System), andMS (Mobile Station).

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

1xRTT system receives twice asmany subscribers in the wirelesssection as IS-95. Its battery life istwice as long as IS-95. High-speeddata transmission is also possible.EV-DO system is optimized for dataservice and is much faster than1xRTT system in applicable area. The following table lists some majorCDMA standards.

Technical Details

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Technical Details

CDMAStandard Designator Description

Basic AirInterface

TIA/EIA-95A

TSB-74

ANSI J-STD-008

TIA/EIA-IS2000

CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface

14.4kbps radio link protocol and inter-band operations

IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency band CDMA20001xRTT AirInterface

Network

TIA/EIA/IS-634

TIA/EIA/IS/651

TIA/EIA/IS-41-C

TIA/EIA/IS-124

MAS-BS

PCSC-RS

Intersystem operations

Non-signaling data comm.

Service

TIA/EIA/IS-96-BTIA/EIA/IS-637TIA/EIA/IS-657IS-801TIA/EIA/IS-707-A

Speech CODEC

Short Message Service

Packet Data

Position Determination Service (gpsOne)

High Speed Packet Data

1x EV-DO

Related

interface

TIA/EIA/IS-856

TIA/EIA/IS-878

TIA/EIA/IS-866

TIA/EIA/IS-890

CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air Interface

1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification forCDMA2000 Access Network Interfaces

Recommended Minimum Performance Standards forCDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal

Test Application Specification (TAS) for High RatePacket Data Air Interface

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FCC RF Exposure Information

WARNING! Read this informationbefore operating the phone.In August 1996, the FederalCommunications Commission (FCC)of the United States, with its actionin Report and Order FCC 96-326,adopted an updated safety standardfor human exposure to RadioFrequency (RF) electromagneticenergy emitted by FCC regulatedtransmitters. Those guidelines areconsistent with the safety standardpreviously set by both U.S. andinternational standards bodies. Thedesign of this phone complies withthe FCC guidelines and theseinternational standards.

Bodily Contact During Operation

This device was tested for typicaluse with the back of the phone kept0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. Tocomply with FCC RF exposurerequirements, a minimumseparation distance of 0.6 inches(1.5 cm) must be maintainedbetween the user’s body and theback of the phone, including theantenna, whether extended orretracted. Third-party belt-clips,holsters, and similar accessoriescontaining metallic components

should not be used. Avoid the useof accessories that cannot maintain0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distancebetween the user’s body and theback of the phone and have notbeen tested for compliance withFCC RF exposure limits.

Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna

(Optional, if available.)To satisfy FCC RF exposurerequirements, keep 8 inches (20 cm)between the user / bystander andvehicle-mounted external antenna.For more information about RFexposure, visit the FCC website atwww.fcc.gov.

Caution

Use only the supplied antenna. Useof unauthorized antennas (ormodifications to the antenna) couldimpair call quality, damage thephone, void your warranty and/orviolate FCC regulations.Don't use the phone with adamaged antenna. A damagedantenna could cause a minor skinburn. Contact your local dealer for areplacement antenna.* Internal Antenna (internal

antenna described as antennathroughout this user guide)

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Phone Overview

1. Earpiece2. Slide Slide up to answer an incoming call and

slide it down to end the call.3. LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator

icons.4. OK Key Use to select different options in

the phone's menus.5. Headset Jack Allows you to plug in an optional

headset for convenient, hands-freeconversations.

6. Side Keys Use to adjust the Master Volume instandby mode* and the Earpiece Volume duringa call.

7. Left Soft Key Use to access to Message menu.8. Voice Commands Key Use for quick access to

Voice Commands.9. Speakerphone Key Use to change to

speakerphone mode. Prolonged touch while ina menu activates speakerphone mode.

10. SEND Key Use to make calls.11. Accessory Charger Port Connects the phone

to the battery charger, or other compatibleaccessory.

12. Vibrate Mode Key Use to set the mode (fromstandby mode press and hold for about 3seconds).

13. Navigation Wheel Use to scroll to menus inthe main menu screen. Use for quick accessto Picture & Video, News & Info, Get It Now®,Calendar (by default).

14. Right Soft Key Use to access Contacts menu.15. Lock Key Move the slide down and

immediately release to lock or unlock thetouch keys when the slide is down.

2. Slide

6. Side Keys

15. Lock Key

14. Right Soft Key

3. LCD Screen

5. Headset Jack

4. OK Key

9. Speakerphone Key

7. Left Soft Key8. Voice Commands

Key

11. AccessoryCharger Port

1. Earpiece

13. Navigation Wheel

10. SENDKey

21. microSD™ Slot

22. Music Shortcut Key

12. Vibrate Mode Key

20. Camera Lens

16. CLR Key

18. PWR/END Key

19. Alphanumeric Keypad

17. Camera Key23. Touch Keys and

Navigation Wheelwith OK Key

* 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.

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16. CLR Key Deletes single spaces or characterswith a quick touch, but touch and hold todelete entire words. Also backs out of menus,one level at a time.

17. Camera Key Use for quick access to Camerafunction. Press and hold the camera key torecord Video.

18. PWR/END Key Use to turn the power on/offand to end a call. Also returns to standbymode.

19. Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbersand characters and select menu items.

20. Camera Lens Keep it clean for optimal photoquality.

21. microSD™ Slot Accommodates optionalmicroSD cards up to 4GB.

22. Music Shortcut Key Activates Music Player.Enjoy sweet music from your Chocolate!

23. Touch Keys and Navigation Wheel with OKKey Touch Keys include the Left Soft Key, theRight Soft Key, the Speakerphone Key, and theClear Key which are activated by the touch ofyour finger. The Navigation Wheel allows youto scroll to and select choices.

Rear view

TIP If you hold the phone

enclosing the upper edge, you

may interfere with the antenna's

ability to receive a clear signal

which affects call quality for voice

or data transfer.

NOTE

Antenna equipped inside

your phone.

Camera Lens

microSD™ Slot

Music Key

BatteryTerminals

Battery latch

Lock Key

Holes for acarrying strap

Installing the BatteryInsert the top of the battery into theopening on the back of the phone, thenpush the battery down until the latch clicks.

Slide this latch up toremove the battery cover.

Battery

NOTES• It’s important to fully charge the

battery before using the phone for

the first time.

• Battery life and signal strength are

significant factors (among others)

that affect your phone’s ability to

send/receive calls.

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Phone Overview

Touch Sensitive Keys ( , , , )

1. Make sure your hands are cleanand dry.Remove moisture from thesurface of your hands. Don't usethe touch keys in a humidenvironment.

2. Touch key sensors are sensitiveto your light touch. You don'tneed to press them forcefully touse them. Protect your phonefrom severe impact becausetouch key sensors may becomedamaged from harsh use.

3. Use the tip of your finger totouch the center of a touch key.If you touch off-center it mayactivate the nearby functioninstead.

4. The touch sensor level can beadjusted to your preference.

5. When both the home screen andtouch key lights are off, touchkeys are deactivated. Push downand release the Lock Key ( ) toturn on the home screenand touch key lights.

6. If the slide is closed and theTouch Protection function is on,during calls the Touch Protectionfeature is automatically enabled.

7. Keep metal and other conductivematerial away from the surfaceof touch keys because contactmay cause electronic interference.

Navigation WheelSlowly spin the navigation wheelwith your finger tip to highlightmenu options. When the correctmenu option is highlighted, pressthe OK Key to select that option.You can also use the navigationwheel as a 4-way directional key tonavigate the menus.

Key GuardThe touch keypad and navigationwheel are automatically lockedwhen:• The slide is closed.• The phone is inactive for 17 sec.(default) or 25 sec. (if displaybacklight is set at 15 sec.).To unlock the touch keypad andnavigation wheel:• Slide Closed: Slide the Lock Key(located on the right side of thephone) downwards and release.– or –Press the OK Key twice.• Slide Open: press any key (excepttouch keys).

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MY MUSICMY MUSIC

1. Songs

2. Playlists

3. Artists

4. Genres

5. Albums

6. Settings

7. Music Alerts� The same menu with GET IT NOW

-> Music & Tones -> My Music.

GGETET IITT NNOWOW

1. Music & Tones1. V CAST Music2. Get New Ringtones3. My Ringtones4. My Music5. My Sounds6. Sync Music

2. Picture & Video1. V CAST Videos2. Get New Pictures3. My Pictures4. My Videos5. Take Picture6. Record Video 7. PIX Place

3. Games

4. News & Info5. Tools on the Go6. Extras

MMESSAGINGESSAGING

1. New Message2. Inbox3. Sent4. Drafts5. Voicemail6. Mobile IM7. Email8. Chat

CCONTONTACTSACTS

1. New Contact2. Contact List3. Groups4. Speed Dials5. In Case of Emergency6. My Name Card

RRECENT CALLSECENT CALLS

1. Missed2. Received3. Dialed4. All5. View Timers

Menus Overview

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Menus Overview

SSETTINGS & TOOLSETTINGS & TOOLS

1. My Account2. Tools

1. Voice Commands2. Calculator3. Calendar4. Alarm Clock

1. Alarm 12. Alarm 23. Alarm 3

5. Stopwatch6. World Clock7. Notepad8. Ez Tip Calc

3. Bluetooth Menu1. Add New Device

4. Sounds Settings1. Master Volume2. Call Sounds

1. Call Ringtone2. Call Vibrate

3. Alert Sounds1. TXT Message2. Pic-Video Message3. Voicemail

4. Keypad Volume5. Service Alerts

1. ERI2. Minute Beep3. Call Connect4. Charge Complete

6. Power On/Off 1. Power On2. Power Off

5. Display Settings1. Banner

1. Personal Banner2. ERI Banner

2. Backlight1. Display2. Keypad

3. Wallpaper1. My Pictures2. My Videos3. Fun Animations

4. Display Themes5. Clip Board6. Dial Fonts7. Clock Format

6. Phone Settings1. Standalone Mode2. Set Shortcut Keys3. Slide Auto Lock4. Voice Commands5. Language6. Location7. Security

1. Edit Codes2. Restrictions3. Phone Lock4. Lock Phone Now5. Reset Default6. Restore Phone

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8. System Select9. NAM Select0. Auto NAM

7. Call Settings1. Answer Options2. End Call Options3. Auto Retry4. TTY Mode5. One Touch Dial6. Voice Privacy

8. Touch Keypad1. Sensor Level2. Vibration3. Sound

9. Navigation Wheel1. Speed2. Sound3. Light

0. USB Auto DetectionSync MusicSync DataAsk On Plug

*. Memory1. Save Options2. Phone Memory3. Card Memory

#. Phone Info1. My Number2. SW/HW Version3. Icon Glossary

Some content in this user guidemay differ from your phonedepending on the phonesoftware. Features andspecifications are subject tochange without prior notice.

Menu AccessPress the OK Key [MENU]to have access to six phonemenus.

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Getting Started with Your Phone

Removing the BatteryMove the battery latch up, and liftthe battery from the batterycompartment.

Charging the Battery

1. Attach the charger to the phone.Make sure that the trianglesymbol faces up when insertingthe plug into the charger port.

2. Plug the charger into a walloutlet.

NOTICEPlease 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.

Charging with USBYou can use your computer tocharge your phone. Connect oneend of a USB cable to the chargingaccessory port on your phone andthe other end to a highpower USBport on your PC (commonly locatedon the front panel of the computer).

NOTE Lower USB port is not supported,

such as the USB port on your

keyboard or bus-powered USB hub.

Battery Temperature ProtectionIf the battery gets overheated, thephone will automatically turn off.When you turn the phone back on,a message pops up alerting youthat the phone was powered off foryour safety.

NOTICE

Triangle symbol should face up.

(for both your charger and USB)

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Battery Charge LevelYou can find the battery chargelevel at the top right of the LCDscreen. When the charge levelbecomes low, the battery sensorsounds a warning tone, blinks thebattery icon, and displays awarning message. As the chargelevel approaches empty, the phoneautomatically switches off withoutsaving.

Signal StrengthCall quality depends on the signalstrength in your area. You can tellhow much signal strength you haveby the number of bars next to thesignal strength icon: the more bars,the stronger the signal. If you’rehaving problems with signal quality,move to an open area or, wheninside a building, try moving near awindow.

Turning the Phone On and Off

Turning the Phone On

1. Install a charged battery orconnect the phone to an externalpower source.

2. Press (located above theon the keypad) until the

LCD screen lights up.

Turning the Phone Off

1. Press and hold until thedisplay turns off.

Making Calls

1. Make sure the phone is turnedon. If not, press for about threeseconds. 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 phone number, name, or location.

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Getting Started with Your Phone

Correcting Dialing Mistakes

Press once to erase the lastdigit entered, or hold it down for atleast two seconds to delete all thedigits.

Redialing Calls

1. Press twice to redial thelast number dialed.

Receiving Calls

1. When the phone rings orvibrates, answer the call byeither pressing the OK Key twice or opening the slide.

NOTE If you touch the Left Soft Key

[Quiet] while the phone is ringing and

unlocked, the ringing or vibration is

muted for that call.

NOTE If you touch the Right Soft Key

[Ignore] while the phone is ringing

and unlocked, the call will end or go to

voicemail.

2. Press to end the call.

Screen IconsWhen the phone is on, the top lineof the LCD screen displays phonestatus icons. To see the icon glossary, go toMENU -> SETTINGS & TOOLS ->Phone Info -> Icon Glossary onyour phone.

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Vibrate ModeSets the phone to vibrate instead ofring ( is displayed). To setVibrate Mode, press and hold .To return to Normal Mode, pressand hold .

Mute FunctionThe Mute Function prevents thetransmission of your voice to thecaller. To quickly activate Mutewhile in a call, touch the Left SoftKey [Mute], then to unmutetouch the Left Soft Key [Unmute].

Volume Quick AdjustmentQuickly adjust ringer and earpiecevolumes by pressing the upper sidekey on the left side of the phone toincrease and lower key todecrease.

NOTES • The earpiece volume can only be

adjusted during a call and Key

Beep volume can only be adjusted

through the Menu.

• To turn off sounds, press and hold

the lower side key for 3 seconds

when the slide is up, then press

and hold the upper side key to

return to normal sounds mode.

Call WaitingDuring a call, one beep indicatesanother incoming call.

Caller IDCaller ID displays the numberand/or name of the person callingwhen your phone rings.

Voice CommandsVoice Commands allow you to dothings by verbal command (e.g.,make calls, confirm Voicemail, etc.).Press the Voice Commands Key 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.

Quick Access to Convenient Features

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Entering and Editing Information

Text InputThe following key functions areavailable to help with text entry:

Left Soft Key: Touch tochange text input mode.

Shift: Press to change case(initial cap, caps lock,lowercase).

Next: Press to display othermatching words in thedatabase.

Space: Press to complete aword and insert a space.

Clear: Touch to delete asingle space or character.Hold to delete words.

Punctuation: Press toinsert punctuation.

Text Input ModesIn a text field, touch the Left SoftKey to display text modes.

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Storing Basics

1. Enter a number (max. 48 digits),then touch the Left Soft Key [Save].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Add New Contact/Update Existing, then press .

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Mobile 1/ Home/Work/ Mobile 2/ Fax, then pressthe OK Key .

4. Enter a name (max. 32characters), then press the OKKey .

5. Press to exit, to call,or the Right Soft Key [Options].

Customizing IndividualEntries

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use theNavigation Wheel to scrollto an entry.

2. Touch the Left Soft Key [Edit].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the information tocustomize.

4. Change the entry as you want,then press to save yourchanges.

Speed DialAllows you to set up your SpeedDials.

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use theNavigation Wheel to scrollto an entry.

2. Touch the Left Soft Key [Edit].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a phone number, thentouch the Right Soft Key [Options].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Set Speed Dial, thenpress the OK Key .

5. Enter a Speed Dial digit.

● Use the keypad, then pressthe OK Key .

● Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the Speed Dial digit,then press the OK Key .

6. Press the OK Key Yes, thenpress the OK Key to save.

Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Storing a Number withPausesPauses allow you to enteradditional series of numbers toaccess automated systems such asVoicemail or credit billing numbers.Pause types are: Wait (W) Thephone stops dialing until you touchthe Left Soft Key [Release] toadvance to the next number. 2-SecPause (P) The phone waits twoseconds before sending the nextstring of digits.

1. Enter the number, then touch theRight Soft Key [Options].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to 2-Sec Pause/ Wait,then press the OK Key .

3. Enter additional number(s) (e.g.,pin number, credit card number,etc.).

4. Touch the Left Soft Key [Save].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Add New Contact orUpdate Existing and press theOK Key .

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Mobile 1/ Home/Work/ Mobile 2/ Fax, then pressthe OK Key .

7. Enter a name, then press the OKKey .

Adding Another PhoneNumber

From standby mode

1. Enter a phone number, thentouch the Left Soft Key [Save].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Update Existing, thenpress the OK Key .

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an existing entry, thenpress the OK Key .

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Mobile 1/ Home/Work/ Mobile 2/ Fax, then pressthe OK Key to save.

From the Contact List Screen

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry, then touchthe Left Soft Key [Edit].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the phone number

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field to add, then enter thenumber and press the OK Key

to save.

Changing Saved Information

To edit any information you stored,access the Edit Contacts screen:

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a Contact entry, thentouch the Left Soft Key [Edit].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the field you want tochange.

4. Make the changes, then pressthe OK Key .

Adding a Pause to a Contact Entry

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a Contact entry, thentouch the Left Soft Key [Edit].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the number, thentouch the Right Soft Key [Options].

4. Press Add Pause.

5. Press Wait or 2-SecPause.

6. Enter additional number(s), thenpress the OK Key .

Changing the DefaultNumberThe Default Number is the phonenumber you entered when youcreated the Contact. Anothernumber can be saved as theDefault Number.

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry.

3. Touch the Left Soft Key [Edit].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a phone number, thentouch the Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Set As Default, thenpress the OK Key .

6. Press the OK Key to set thenew number as the default.A confirmation message isdisplayed.

7. Press the OK Key again tosave.

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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Deleting

Deleting a Contact Entry

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry.

3. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

4. Press Erase.

5. Press the OK Key Yes.

Deleting a Speed Dial

1. Touch the Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a Contact entry to editand press the OK Key [VIEW].

3. Select the phone number withthe Speed Dial, then press theOK Key [EDIT].

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Press Remove Speed Dial.

6. Press the OK Key Yes.

Speed DialingAllows you to make phone callsquickly and easily to numbersstored in Contacts.

NOTE Speed Dial 1 is for Voicemail.

Speed Dials From 1 to 9

Press and hold the Speed Dial digit. Your phone recalls the phonenumber from your Contacts,displays it briefly, and then dials it.

Speed Dials From 10 to 99

Press the first Speed Dial digit, thenpress and hold the key of the lastSpeed Dial digit.

NOTE You can also enter the Speed Dial

digit(s), then press .

Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99

Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99 arepreset to access certain phoneaccount information: 97 (#BAL), 98(#MIN), and 99 (#PMT). UnlikeSpeed Dial 1, these can be changedif you want.

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GGEETT IITT NNOOWWGet It Now® allows you to do morethan just talk on your phone. Get ItNow is a technology and servicethat allows you to download anduse applications on your phone.With Get It Now, it’s quick and easyto personalize your phone to yourlifestyle and tastes. Just downloadthe applications that appeal to you.With a wide range of softwareavailable, you can be assured thatyou can find something useful,practical, or entertaining.

SHORTCUT You can access the Get It Now

feature directly by pressing the

Navigation Wheel to the

right.

Anything Unclear?From the Get It Now menu, touchthe Right Soft Key [Info] to seeyour memory status, activity log,help text, and Get It Now status.Use the Help option to viewinformation from buying newapplications to expired applications.

1. Music & TonesPersonalize your phone withringtones. A wide variety ofchoices are available, such as

current hits, pop, hip-hop, andmore.

Access and Options

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press Music & Tones.

4. Select a submenu by pressingthe number that correspondswith the submenu.

1.1 V CAST MusicAllows you to download a variety ofmusic via V CAST whenever andwherever you are.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Music & Tones].

4. Press [V CAST Music].

NOTE Additional charges for music may

apply. V CAST Music service is not

available in all areas. Check

www.verizonwireless.com/getitnow

website for details.

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GET IT NOW

1.2 Get New RingtonesAllows you to connect to Get ItNow and download variousringtones.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Music & Tones].

4. Press [Get NewRingtones].

VZW Tones Deluxe VZW Tones Deluxe has all the bestsound clips of your favorite songsthat you can use as ring tones foryour Chocolate phone. Preview,download, and manage all thelatest and greatest ringtones rightfrom your Chocolate phone. To findall the latest hits, check out our“What's New” category. If you arelooking for the hottest tones, checkout ‘What’s Hot”.NOTE Additional fees apply.

VZW SONG ID

Access SONG ID from the Get NewRingtones menu, then use it toidentify songs when you're on the go,and then download them as songs,Ringtones, and Ringback Tones.

1.3 My RingtonesAllows you to select a desiredringtone, download a new ringtone.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Music & Tones].

4. Press [My Ringtones].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a ringtone and touchthe Left Soft Key [Set As].

● Ringtone

● Contact ID: Scroll andselect the Contact to beidentified by the ringtone youselected.

● Alert Sounds: Press thecorresponding number key to setthe ringtone for one of thefollowing:All Messages/ TXT Message/Picture-Video Message/Voicemail

1.4 My Music Allows you to store and to listen tomusic right from your phone. Shopfor and download a variety ofmusic, transfer music between your

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phone and computer, manage andorganize your music files, and more.

NOTE File storage varies according to the

size of each file as well as memory

allocation of other applications.

SHORTCUT Press the OK Key [MENU]

twice to quickly access My Music.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Music & Tones].

4. Press [My Music].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a submenu.

● Play All Songs: Plays all thesongs stored in My Music.

● Songs: Play the songs on air,downloaded from your PC, orstored in your microSD card.

● Playlists: Manage your music bycreating playlists with up to 50songs in each.

● Artists: View and listen to musicby artists.

● Genres: View and listen to musicby genre.

● Albums: View and listen to music

by album.

● Settings: Add effects to music,repeat the music, shuffle or setMusic Only mode.

● Music Alert: Displays the musicalerts (by song or artist) yourequested from Options in VCAST Music.

6. Options from here:

● Left Soft Key [Shop]

● [OK]

● Right Soft Key [Sync]

7. Press the OK Key to select asubmenu.

8. Scroll to an entry in the selectedsubmenu.

9. Options from here:

● Left Soft Key [Shop]

● [PLAY] to start MusicPlayer.

● Right Soft Key [Options]Add Songs to Playlist/ Move/Erase/ Song Info

Playing Your MusicMy Music submenus make it easyto find and play the music you’vestored in your phone.

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GET IT NOW

1. Press the OK Key [MENU]twice to access My Music.

2. Scroll to a submenu to play yourmusic and press the OK Key to select it.Play All Songs / Songs /Playlists / Artists / Genres /Albums

3. Scroll to a song and press theOK Key to start the MusicPlayer to play the song.

TIP Selecting Play All Songs begins

playing all of your stored music in

sequence.

Background ModeEnjoy your music while you useother functions of your phone.

Music Player to Background

1. Press the Music key toaccess My Music.

2. Scroll to a song, and press theOK Key [PLAY] to start theMusic Player.

3. Press twice to move theMusic Player to the background.

4. The current song title isdisplayed under your banner text.

NOTE Closing the slide will also move the

Music Player to the background.

Return to Music Player

1. Press the Music key toredisplay the Music Player.

2. Options from here:

● Left Soft Key [Mute]● Right Soft Key [Options]● [V V] (Pause) / [G] (Play)● Short Press [VFF]

(previous song)● Short Press [GGV]

(next song)● Long Press [VFF] (rewind)● Long Press [GGV]

(fast forward)

Changing SongsThe Navigation Wheel lets youchange songs easily.

Music Player in BackgroundWhen the Music Player is playing inthe background, you can changesongs without re-opening theMusic Player.

1. Slide and release the unlock keyon the right side of the phone.

2. Lightly swipe your finger in acircular motion along the outeredge of the Navigation Wheel

to display the next threesongs in your music list.

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NOTE Pressing the Navigation Wheel

up, down, left, or right, activates the

phone’s shortcut keys instead of your

music list.

3. Scroll to the song you want toplay, and press the OK Key .

In Music Player

1. Press the Navigation Wheel to activate the screen.

2. Options from here:

● Left Soft Key [Mute]● Right Soft Key [Options]● [V V] (Pause) / [G] (Play)● Short Press [VFF]

(previous song)● Short Press [GGV]

(next song)● Long Press [VFF] (rewind)● Long Press [GGV]

(fast forward)

Play Song SettingsYou can set how the Music Playerplays your music.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU]twice to access My Music.

2. Press Settings.

3. Select a setting option.

● Press Player ThemeBlue/ Magenta

● Press RepeatRepeat One plays the first songin your music list and repeats ituntil you stop the Music Player.Repeat All plays all of your songsand continues to repeat them.Off plays songs only once.

● Press ShuffleOn shuffles the selected songlist.Off plays your song list in order.

Sound EffectEnhance your music by setting acomplementary sound effect to playit.

1. Start the Music Player bypressing the Music Key, thenselecting a song to play.

2. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Press Sound Effect.Flat / Concert Hall / Rock / Jazz /POP / Classical / Acoustic /Dance / Piano / R&B / Hip-Hop /Electronic

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Music OnlySet the phone to play music andallow no other phone functions.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU]twice to access My Music.

2. Press Settings.

3. Press Music Only.

4. Scroll to On or Off and press theOK Key .

Exit From the Music Player

1. Display the Music Player.

2. Press the Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Press Exit Player.NOTE You can also press the [end] to exit

the Music Player.

1.5 My SoundsAllows you to select a desiredsound or record a new sound.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Music & Tones].

4. Press [My Sounds].

5. Press Record New or

scroll and select a sound usingthe Navigation Wheel .

Options from here:

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Erase].

● Press the OK Key [PLAY].

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select:

Send/ To PIX Place/ Rename/Lock/ Erase All/ File Info

1.6 Sync MusicAllows you to synchronize musicfrom a PC to your phone. Verify thatthe transfer was successful on theconfirmation screen.

Sync your music from your PC toyour V CAST Music wirelessdevice

1. Use a USB cable to connectyour phone to your PC.

2. Press the OK Key [MENU].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

4. Press [Music & Tones].

5. Press [Sync Music].

6. Open Windows Media™ Player

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10 on your PC and select theSync tab.

7. Select Edit Playlist and select thesongs from your library that youwant to sync.

8. In Windows Media™ Player 10,select V CAST Mobile Phone –Removable Storage Card unlessno memory card is available.Start the sync process inWindows Media™ Player 10 orhigher by clicking on Start Sync.Remember, your phone must bein Sync Music mode.

9. When syncing completes,disconnect the cable from yourphone and exit Sync Music.

10. Under the Music & Tones menu,open My Music to view and playyour music.

NOTE A compatible USB cable (sold

separately) is required for syncing.

2. Picture & Video View, take, and trade your digitalpictures and videos right from yourwireless phone.

SHORTCUT Using the Navigation Wheel

to the Left is a hot key to

Picture & Video.

Access and Options

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press Picture & Video.

4. Select a submenu.

2.1 V CAST VideosV CAST brings the world to yourmobile phone with full-motion videoand sound. Catch up with what’shappening with video clips fromnews, sports, entertainment, orweather (must be in V CASTcoverage area. Additional fees mayapply).

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [V CAST Videos].

Browsing, Selecting, and PlayingVideo Clips

1. Press the Navigation Wheel to the Left for Picture & Video.

2. Press V CAST Videos to

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open Video Clips Catalog.

3. Press the Navigation Wheel to select Video Clip categoriesincluding News, Entertainment,Sports, and Weather then pressthe OK Key to select.

4. Scroll to content provider, thenpress the OK Key .

5. If applicable, scroll to a sub-category, then press the OK Key

.

6. Scroll to the video clip you wantto view, then press the OK Key

.

To view a Streaming Video

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [V CAST Videos].

5. Select a Video Clip Category anda Video Clip, and press the OKKey .

6. Read the description of the videoclip, and press the OK Key to view.

7. Select Yes to accept charges,

press the OK Key and theVideo Clip will initiate transfer.

8. The video clip will beginplayback shortly after beingselected.

To download a Video Clip

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [V CAST Videos].

5. Scroll to a video clip, then pressthe OK Key .

6. Read the description of the videoclip and touch the Right Soft Key

[Options].

7. Press Save Video, andpress the OK Key .

8. Select Yes to accept charges,press the OK Key and thevideo clip will initiatedownloading of video.

9. Once video is downloaded amessage will appear on yourphone.

10. Select Yes and press the OK Keyto view video.

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11. The video clip will beautomatically saved in My Clipsand in My Videos.

NOTE Not all videos are downloadable. Only

videos that have the option to save

can be downloaded. Additional

charges for each video clip viewed

may apply. Video Clips service is not

available in all areas. Check

www.verizonwireless.com/getitnow

website for details.

Deleting Video Clips

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [V CAST Videos].

5. Touch the Left Soft Key [MyVideos].

6. Scroll to the Video to deleteusing the Navigation Wheel .

7. Touch the Left Soft Key [Options] and press [Erase].

8. Press the OK Key [Yes] toerase Video.

Configure Alerts for New VideoClips

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [V CAST Videos].

5. From Video Clips Catalog, selecta category.

6. Select Content Provider.

7. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

8. Select Alerts.

9. Select Configure Alerts.

10. Select content for alerts desiredand press the OK Key tosave.

2.2 Get New PicturesAllows you to connect to Get ItNow and download a variety ofimages for My Pictures.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

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4. Press [Get New Pictures].

5. Press the OK Key .

2.3 My PicturesAllows you to view photos stored inthe phone.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [My Pictures].

5. Select a picture with theNavigation Wheel andtouch the Right Soft Key [Options].

6. Select one of the followingoptions:

Send Sends a picture message.

Set As Wallpaper/ Picture ID

To PIX Place Accesses theOnline Album (PIX Place).Take Picture Turns on thecamera function.Get New Pictures Downloadsvarious pictures.Manage My Pics Allows you tomark the selected picture andapply options.

Rename Renames the selectedpicture.Lock/ Unlock Lock/ Unlock

File Info Name/ Date/ Time/Resolution/ Size/ Type

Print via Bluetooth Allows you toprint the selected picture viaBluetooth.Print Preferences Supportedonly by enabled devices for thisoption.Send via Bluetooth Allows youto send a selected picture viaBluetooth. Supported only whena BIP (Basic Imaging Profile)-equipped device is available.

NOTE The option 'Send via Bluetooth' is not

displayed when you select pictures

protected by DRM (Digital Rights

Management).

2.4 My VideosAllows you to view videos stored inthe phone.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [My Videos].

5. Select a video with the

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Navigation Wheel andtouch the Right Soft Key [Options].

Send Sends a video message.

Record Video Turns on the videocamera function.

To PIX Place Accesses theOnline Album (PIX Place).

V CAST Videos Accesses VCAST Videos feature.

Manage My Videos Allows youto mark videos to be erased,locked, or unlocked.

Set As Wallpaper Displays theselected video file as thebackground for your phone.

Rename Renames the selectedvideo.

Lock/ Unlock Locks the selectedvideo. The key icon on the imagelets you know it's locked. Selectoption again to cancel.

File Info Name/ Date/ Time/Duration/ Size

6. Press the OK Key toplay.

NOTE File storage varies according to the

size of each file as well as memory

allocation of other applications.

● : Adjust the volume.

● Left Soft Key : Mute/ Unmute● : Pause/ Play● Up Navigation Wheel :

Shows the full screen.● Down Navigation Wheel :

Stop● Right Navigation Wheel :

FF● Left Navigation Wheel :

Rewind

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select one of thefollowing options:Set As Wallpaper/ File Info

2.5 Take PictureLets you to takedigital pictures.

1. Press the OKKey [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [Take Picture].

5. Set the brightness by pressing

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the Navigation Wheel ,zoom by pressing the NavigationWheel , and touch the RightSoft Key [Options] to changeother settings.

● Select the option(s) to customize.

RESOLUTION 1280X960/640X480/ 320X240

SELF TIMER Off/ 3 Seconds/ 5 Seconds/ 10 Seconds

WHITE BALANCE Auto/ Sunny/Cloudy/ Fluorescent/ Glow

SHUTTER SOUND Shutter/ NoSound /Say “Cheese”/ Ready! 1 2 3

COLOR EFFECTS Normal/Negative/ Solari/ Sepia/Black&White

NIGHT MODE On/ Off

SAVE OPTION Internal/ External

PHOTOMETRY Average/ Spot

PREVIEW Actual view/ Fullscreen

CAPTURE Camera/ Video

6. Take a picture by pressing theOK Key [TAKE].

7. Touch the Left Soft Key [Save]. The picture is stored inMy Pictures.

2.6 Record VideoLets you record avideo messagewith sound.

1. Press the OKKey [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [Record Video].

5. Set the brightness by pressingthe Navigation Wheel ,zoom by pressing the NavigationWheel , and touch the RightSoft Key [Options] to changeother settings.

RECORDING TIME For Send/ ForSave

SAVE OPTION Internal/ External

COLOR EFFECTS Normal/Negative/ Solari/ Sepia/Black&White

WHITE BALANCE Auto/ Sunny/Cloudy/ Fluorescent/ Glow

CAPTURE Camera/ Video

6. Press the OK Key [REC] tobegin recording, and again tostop.

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7. Touch the Left Soft Key [Save]. The recorded video isstored in My Videos.

2.7 PIX PlaceUse to access the Online Album(PIX Place).

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Picture & Video].

4. Press [PIX Place].

3. GamesAllows you to download games andapplications from the Get It Nowserver. Choose the software youwant from the list displayed on thescreen.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Games].

4. Press the OK Key [Get NewApplications].

4. News & Info The News & Info feature allowsyou to access news, sports,weather, and email from yourVerizon Wireless device. Accessand selections within this featureare dependent upon your serviceprovider. For specific information onNews & Info access through yourphone, contact your serviceprovider.

SHORTCUT Pressing the Navigation Wheel

up is the shortcut to

accessing Mobile Web 2.0.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [News & Info].

Ending a Browser SessionEnd a Browser session by pressing

.

Navigating Through the BrowserOn-screen items appear in one ofthe following ways: ● Numbered options

You can use your numeric keypador you can select the items bymoving the cursor and touchingthe appropriate Soft Keys.

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● Links embedded in content

You can act on the options or thelinks using the Soft Keys justbelow the display screen.

● Text or numbers

You can select the items bymoving the cursor and touchingthe appropriate Soft Keys.

Scrolling

Use the Navigation Wheel orto scroll through the content. A

cursor lets you know which item iscurrently selected.

Fast Scrolling

Press and hold the NavigationWheel to quickly move thecursor up and down on the currentscreen.

Scrolling by Page

Press the Side Keys to move up anddown a page at a time.

Home Page

To go to the Home Page, press andhold or .

View Browser Menu

Press Voice Commands key touse the Browser menu.

Soft Keys

To navigate to different screens orselect special functions, use theSoft Keys. The function associatedwith the Soft Keys can change foreach page and depends on eachhighlighted item.

Left Soft Key

Left Soft Key is used primarilyfor options or selecting an item butits function may change, dependingon the content displayed.

Right Soft Key

Right Soft Key is used primarilyfor secondary options or a menu ofsecondary options.

Entering Text, Numbers, or Symbols

When prompted to enter text, thecurrent text entry method appearsabove the Right Soft Key as Word, Abc, ABC, 123 or Symbols. To change the input mode, touchthe Right Soft Key . To create anupper case character, press .

Deleting Text/Number Entered

When entering text or numbers,touch to clear the last number,letter, or symbol. Touch and hold

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to clear the input fieldcompletely.

Initiating a Phone Call From theBrowser

You can make a phone call from theBrowser if the site you are usingsupports the feature (the phonenumber may be highlighted and theLeft Soft Key appears as Call).The browser connection isterminated when you initiate thecall. After you end the call, yourphone returns to the screen fromwhich you initiated the call.

5. Tools on the GoEverything you need to know whileyou’re on the go.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools on the Go].

4. Press the OK Key [Get NewApplications].

VZ NavigatorSM

Now you can find the address of agreat restaurant or the nearestATM. Check movie times. Discover

the latest hot spots. And knowexactly how to get where you’regoing. VZ Navigator puts all theadvanced features of the latest GPSdevices and systems on yourwireless device — at a fraction ofthe price.

NOTES ● To use VZ Navigator, you must

turn location on. (See page 76)

● 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. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to GET IT NOW, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Extras].

4. Press the OK Key [Get NewApplications].

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MMEESSSSAAGGIINNGGSHORTCUT From the standby mode,

touching the Left Soft Key

is a hot key to your

MESSAGING.

Text messages, Picture messages,and the Voicemail box becomeavailable as soon as the phone ispowered on. ● Check types of messages by

touching the Left Soft Key [Message].

● Make a call to the callbacknumber (in Inbox) by pressing

during a message check.The phone can store over 400messages. The information storedin the message is determined byphone mode and service capability.Other limits to available charactersper message may exist. Pleasecheck with your service providerfor system features andcapabilities.

New Message Alert

There are ways your phone alertsyou to new messages.

1. The phone displays a messageon the screen.

2. The message icon ( ) is

displayed on the display screen.In the case of a high prioritymessage, the icon will flash anda warning message is displayed.

NOTE If you receive the same message

twice, your phone deletes the older

one and the new one is stored as a

DUPLICATE.

1. New MessageAllows you to send messages (Text,Picture, and Video) and pages.Each message has a destination(Address) and information(Message). These are dependentupon the type of message you wantto send.

1.1 TXT Message

The Basics of Sending a Message

1. Touch the Left Soft Key [Message].

2. Press New Message.

3. Press [TXT Message].

4. Enter the phone number of therecipient or the email address foran email message. You can enterup to 10 addresses for a singlemessage.

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5. Press the Navigation Wheeldownward.

6. Type your message (text oremail).

7. Press the OK Key [SEND].

Customizing the Message UsingOptions

● Editing the To: field

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Add].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.From Contacts/ Recent Calls/Groups/ To Contacts

● Editing Text

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.

Save As Draft Saves themessage into the Drafts folder.

Add Allows you to add Graphic,Animation, Sound, Quick Text,Signature, Name Card, orAddress From Contacts .

Format Text Allows you tochange the look of the text.

Alignment/ Font Size/ Font Style/Text Color/ Background

Priority Level Gives priority tothe message. High/ Normal

Callback # Inserts a pre-programmed callback numberwith your message.On/ Off/ Edit

Save Quick Text Allows you todefine phrases for Quick Text.

Cancel Message Cancelsmessage editing and goes toMessage menu.

3. Complete and then send or savethe message.

Using Contacts to Send a Message

You can designate an entry savedin your Contacts as the addressinstead of manually entering thedestination.

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Left Soft Key [Message].

2. Press New Message.

3. Press [TXT Message].

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Add].

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5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to From Contacts andpress the OK Key .

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the Contact entrycontaining the destination andpress the OK Key .

7. Touch the Left Soft Key [Done].

NOTE The Address feature allows multi-

sending of up to 10 total addresses.

8. Complete the message asnecessary.

1.2 Picture Message

The Basics of Sending a Message

1. Touch the Left Soft Key [Message].

2. Press New Message.

3. Press [Picture Message].

4. Enter the cellular phone numberor email address of the recipient.

5. Press the Navigation Wheel downward.

6. Type your message (text oremail).

7. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Picture and touch theLeft Soft Key [My Pics]. Usethe Navigation Wheel toselect the image you want tosend, then press the OK Key .

8. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Sound, then touch theLeft Soft Key [Sounds]. Usethe Navigation Wheel toscroll to the audio file you wantto send then press the OK Key

.

9. Use the Navigation Wheel toscroll to Name Card, then touchthe Left Soft Key [Contacts].Use the Navigation Wheel to select the Name Card youwant to send, then press the OKKey .

10. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Subject and enterthe subject.

11. Press the OK Key [SEND]. A confirmation message isdisplayed.

● Editing the To: field

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Add].

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2. Select the option(s) to customize.

From Contacts/ Recent Calls/Groups/ To PIX Place/ ToContacts

● Editing Text

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.

Preview Displays the Picturemessage as it would be seen bythe recipient.

Save As Draft Saves themessage into the Drafts folder.

Add Quick Text Insertspredefined phrases.

Add Slide Insert multiplepictures into a picture message.

Priority Level Gives priority tothe message. High/ Normal

Cancel Message

● Editing Picture

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.Preview/ Save As Draft/ Add

Slide/ Priority Level/ RemovePicture/ Cancel Message

● Editing Sound

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.Preview/ Save As Draft/ AddSlide/ Priority Level/ RemoveSound/ Cancel Message

● Editing Name Card

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.Preview/ Save As Draft/ AddSlide/ Priority Level/ RemoveName Card/ Cancel Message

● Editing a Subject

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.Preview/ Save As Draft/ AddQuick Text/ Add Slide/ PriorityLevel/ Cancel Message

3. Complete and then send or savethe message.

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1.3 Video Message

The Basics of Sending a Message

1. Touch the Left Soft Key [Message].

2. Press New Message.

3. Press [Video Message].

4. Enter the cellular phone numberor email address of the recipient.

5. Press the Navigation Wheel downward.

6. Type your message (text oremail).

7. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Video and touch theLeft Soft Key [Videos].

Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the video file youwant to send, then press the OKKey .

8. Use the Navigation Wheel toscroll to Name Card, then touchthe Left Soft Key [Contacts].Use the Navigation Wheel to select the Name Card youwant to send, then press the OKKey .

9. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Subject and enter thesubject.

10. Press the OK Key [SEND]. A confirmation message isdisplayed.

Customizing the Message UsingOptions● Editing the To: field

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Add].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.From Contacts/ Recent Calls/Groups/ To PIX Place/ ToContacts

● Editing Text

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.

Preview Displays the Videomessage as it would be seen bythe recipient.

Save As Draft Saves themessage into the Drafts folder.

Add Quick Text Insertspredefined phrases.

Priority Level Gives priority tothe message. High/ Normal

Cancel Message

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● Editing Video

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.

Preview/ Save As Draft/ RemoveVideo/ Priority Level/ CancelMessage

● Editing Name Card

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.Preview/ Save As Draft/ AddSlide/ Priority Level/ RemoveName Card/ Cancel Message

● Editing the Subject

1. With the To Field highlighted,touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

2. Select the option(s) to customize.

Preview/ Save As Draft/ AddQuick Text/ Priority Level/Cancel Message

3. Complete and then send or savethe message.

2. InboxThe phone alerts you in 3 wayswhen you receive a new message:● By displaying a message

notification on the screen.● By sounding a sound or

vibration, if set.● By blinking (only when you

get a high priority message).

Viewing Your Inbox

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Inbox].

4. Options from here:

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Erase].

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

Reply Replies to the originationaddress of the received message.Forward Forwards a receivedmessage to other destinationaddress(es).Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocksthe selected message. Lockedmessages cannot be deleted bythe Erase Inbox and Erase Allfunctions.

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Add To Contacts Stores thecallback number, email address,and numbers from the address ofthe received message into yourContacts.

Erase Inbox Erases all read,unlocked messages stored in theInbox.

Message Info Allows you tocheck the received messageinformation.

Message Icon Reference

New/Unread TXTMessages

Opened/Read TXTMessages

Priority High

Locked

New/Unread Picture/ VideoMessages

Open/Read Picture/ VideoMessages

New/Unread BrowserMessages

Opened/Read BrowserMessages

New/Unread NotificationMessages

Open/Read NotificationMessages

3. SentYou can save up to 100 sentmessages. This menu lists yourSent messages. Use it to verifywhether the transmission wassuccessful or not and viewmessage contents.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Sent].

4. Options from here:

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Erase].

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

Forward Forwards a sentmessage to other destinationaddress(es).

Send Allows you to retransmitthe selected message.

Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocks

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the selected message. Lockedmessages cannot be deleted bythe Erase Sent and Erase Allfunctions.

Add To Contacts Stores thecallback number, email address,and numbers from the address ofthe message into your Contacts.

Erase Sent Erase all unlockedmessages stored in the Sentmessages.

Message Info Allows you tocheck the sent messageinformation.

Message Icon Reference

Text/Picture/VideoMessages sent

Message delivered

Text/Picture/VideoMessages failed

Multiple Messages sent

Multiple Messagesdelivered

Multiple Messages failed

Multiple Messagesincomplete

Priority High

Locked

4. DraftsDisplays draft messages.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Drafts].

4. Options from here:

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Erase].

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

Send Sends the selectedmessage.

Lock/Unlock Locked messagescannot be deleted by the EraseDrafts and Erase All functions.

Add To Contacts Stores thecallback number, email address,and numbers from the addressincluded in the message intoyour Contacts.

Erase Drafts Erases all unlockedDraft messages.

Message Icon Reference

Draft TXT

Draft Picture/Video

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5. VoicemailAllows you to view the number ofnew voice messages recorded inthe Voicemail box. Once youexceed the storage limit, oldmessages are overwritten. Whenyou have a new voice message,your phone will alert you.

Checking Your Voicemail Box

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Voicemail].

4. Options from here:

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Clear] to delete information, andthen press the OK Key [Yes].

● Press or the OK Key [CALL] to listen to the message(s).

OR

1. Dial *86 (*VM) from yourphone or dial your wirelessphone number from any touch-tone phone.

2. When the recordedannouncement begins, press

to interrupt (if applicable).

3. An easy-to-follow setup tutorialwill begin. Follow the instructionsto set up your new passwordand record a greeting.

6. Mobile IMAllows you to send and receive anInstant Message at any time.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Mobile IM].

7. EmailAllows you to send an email viaMobile Web.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Email].

4. A Mobile Web Browser sessionstarts.

5. Scroll to an email provider andpress the OK Key .

6. Login or enter your emailaddress and password.

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8. ChatAllows you to chat with InternetMessenger users.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Chat].

4. A Mobile Web Browser sessionstarts.

5. Scroll to a Chat provider andpress the OK Key .

NOTE This feature may require a

subscription by a Chat service

provider.

MSG SettingsAllows you to configure settings foryour messages.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Touch the Left Soft Key [Settings].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to one of the settingsand press the OK Key to

select it.

Message Settings Sub-MenuDescriptions

1. Entry Mode (Word/ Abc/ ABC/123)

Allows you to select the defaultinput method including Word, Abc,ABC, 123.

2. Auto Save (On/ Off/ Prompt)

With this feature on, messages areautomatically saved in the Sentfolder when transmitted.

3. Auto Erase (On/ Off)

With this feature on, readmessages are automaticallydeleted when you exceed thestorage limit.

4. TXT Auto View (On/Off)

Allows you to directly display thecontent when receiving a message.

5. TXT Auto Play (On/Off)

Allows the display to automaticallyscroll down while viewingmessages.

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6. Pic-Video Auto Receive (On/Off)

Allows you to directly download thecontent when receiving a Picturemessage.

7. Quick Text

Allows you to display, edit, and addtext phrases. These text stringsallow you to reduce manual textinput into messages.

8. Voicemail #

Allows you to manually enter theaccess number for VoicemailService. This number should beonly used when a VMS (VoicemailService) access number is notprovided from the network.

9. Callback #

Allows you to automatically send adesignated callback number whenyou send a message.

0. Signature (None/ Custom)

Allows you make/edit a signature toautomatically send with yourmessages.

Erasing MessagesAllows you to erase all messagesstored in your Inbox, Sent, or Draftsfolders. You can also erase allmessages at the same time.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to MESSAGING, andpress the OK Key .

3. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

Erase Inbox/ Erase Sent/ EraseDrafts/ Erase All

4. Press the OK Key to erasethe messages selected.

A confirmation message isdisplayed.

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CCOONNTTAACCTTSSThe Contacts Menu allows you tostore names, phone numbers andother information in your phone’smemory. SHORTCUT Touching the Right Soft Key

is a hot key to Contacts List.

1. New ContactAllows you to add a new number toyour Contacts List.

NOTE Using this submenu, the number is

saved as a new Contact, not into an

existing Contact.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [New Contact].

4. Enter the name and press theNavigation Wheel downward.

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the phone numbertype.

6. Enter the number and press theOK Key .

NOTE For more detailed information, see

page 23.

2. Contact ListAllows you to view your ContactsList.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Contact List].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll through your Contactsalphabetically.

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select one of thefollowing:Call/ New Contact/ Erase/New TXT Message/ NewPicture Message/ New VideoMessage/ Set As ICE Contact/Erase All/ Send Name Card

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Edit] to edit.

● Press the OK Key [VIEW]to view the Contactinformation.

CONTACTS

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3. GroupsAllows you to view your groupedContacts, add a new group, changethe name of a group, delete agroup, or send a message toeveryone in the selected group.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Groups].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a group to view thenpress the OK Key .

● Touch the Left Soft Key [New] to add a new group tothe list.

● Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to a group then

touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select one of thefollowing:New TXT Message/ NewPicture Message/ New VideoMessage/ Rename/ Erase/Add

● Press the OK Key [VIEW]to view the Group information.

4. Speed DialsAllows you to view your list ofSpeed Dials or designate SpeedDials for numbers entered in yourContacts.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Speed Dials].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the Speed Dialposition, or enter the Speed Dialdigit and press the OK Key [SET].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the Contact thenpress the OK Key .

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the number thenpress the OK Key .

7. Press the OK Key [Yes].A confirmation message isdisplayed.

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5. In Case of Emergency (ICE)

This menu allows you to storenames, phone numbers and otherinformation, which will be veryhelpful in case of emergency. Also,it allows you to read, add, edit, orerase the notes yourself asnecessary in case an emergencytakes place.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [In Case ofEmergency].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to Contact 1, 2, or 3, thenpress the OK Key [ADD].

5. Press to add Contact fromyour Contacts List.

Scroll to the Contact, then pressthe OK Key .

ICE CONTACT ASSIGNED isdisplayed.

OR

Press to enter informationnot stored in your Contacts List.

6. The generic Contact labelchanges to the specified name.

Entering Your ICE Personal Info

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [In Case ofEmergency].

4. Scroll to Personal Info, thenpress the OK Key .

5. Scroll to one of the Note entries,then press the OK Key .

6. Enter information that would behelpful in an emergency (e.g.,your medical record number),then press the OK Key .

TIP When you've assigned ICE Contacts

and your phone is locked, the Left

Soft Key appears as [ICE]

allowing the emergency information to

be viewed without unlocking the

phone.

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6. My Name CardAllows you to view all of yourpersonal Contact informationincluding name, phone numbers,and email address in one entry.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to CONTACTS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [My Name Card].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the information youwant to enter, then press the OKKey [EDIT].

5. Enter your information asnecessary, then press the OKKey .

6. Send your name card using theRight Soft Key [Options].

RREECCEENNTT CCAALLLLSSThe Recent Calls Menu is a list ofthe last phone numbers or Contactentries for calls you placed,accepted, or missed. It's continuallyupdated as new numbers areadded to the beginning of the listand the oldest entries are removedfrom the bottom of the list.

1. MissedAllows you to view the list ofmissed calls; up to 90 entries.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to RECENT CALLS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Missed].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry, then

● Press the OK Key to viewthe entry.

● Press to place a call tothe number.

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select:Save(Details)/ Erase/Lock(Unlock)/ Erase All/ View Timers

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● Touch the Left Soft Key [Message] to select:New TXT Message/ New Picture Message/ New Video Message

2. ReceivedAllows you to view the list ofincoming calls; up to 90 entries.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to RECENT CALLS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Received].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry, then

● Press the OK Key to viewthe entry.

● Press to place a call tothe number.

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select:Save(Details)/ Erase/Lock(Unlock)/ Erase All/ View Timers

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Message] to select:New TXT Message/ New Picture Message/ New Video Message

3. DialedAllows you to view the list ofoutgoing calls; up to 90 entries.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to RECENT CALLS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [Dialed].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry, then

● Press the OK Key to viewthe entry.

● Press to place a call tothe number.

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select:Save(Details)/ Erase/Lock(Unlock)/ Erase All/ View Timers

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Message] to select:New TXT Message/ New Picture Message/ New Video Message

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4. AllAllows you to view the list of allcalls; up to 270 entries.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to RECENT CALLS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [All].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an entry, then

● Press the OK Key to viewthe entry.

● Press to place a call tothe number.

● Touch the Right Soft Key [Options] to select:Save(Details)/ Erase/Lock(Unlock)/ Erase All/ View Timers

● Touch the Left Soft Key [Message] to select:New TXT Message/ New Picture Message/ New Video Message

SHORTCUT To view a quick list of all your

recent calls, press from

standby mode.

5. View TimersAllows you to view the duration ofselected calls.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to RECENT CALLS, andpress the OK Key .

3. Press [View Timers].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a call list.

Last Call/ All Calls/ ReceivedCalls/ Dialed Calls/ RoamingCalls/ Transmit Data/ ReceivedData/ Total Data/ Last Reset/Lifetime Calls/ Lifetime DataCounter

5. Reset all the recorded timers bypressing Right Soft Key [Reset All] if you want to reset.

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SSEETTTTIINNGGSS && TTOOOOLLSS1. My AccountCheck your subscriptioninformation ranging from yourpayment plan to your softwareupgrade or other available service.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [My Account].

2. ToolsYour phone tools include VoiceCommands, Calculator, Calendar,Alarm Clock, Stopwatch, WorldClock, Notepad, and Ez Tip Calc.

2.1 Voice CommandsThis feature provides you with thefollowing options equipped withAVR (Advanced Voice Recognition)technology. Each option has itsdetailed information on the phoneand you can check it out bytouching the Left Soft Key [Info].

Access and Options

1. Press the Voice Command Key located on the left side of thephone.

Settings to Optimize the VoiceCommands Feature by touching theRight Soft Key [Settings].

Digit Dial Readout On/ Off

Choice List Automatic/ Always Off

Sensitivity Control the sensitivity asReject More/ Automatic/ RejectLess.

Train Voice If the phone often asksyou to repeat voice command, trainthe phone to recognize your voicepatterns.

Prompts Mode/ Audio Playback/TimeoutFor Mode, set Prompts/ Readout +Alerts/ Readout/ Tones Only. ForAudio Playback, set Speakerphoneor Earpiece. For Timeout, set 5 seconds or 10 seconds.

Call Alert Ring Only/ Caller ID +Ring/ Name Repeat

SETTINGS & TOOLS

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2.1.1 Call <Name or Number>

Say "Call" and then call someonesimply by saying the phone numberor name. Please speak clearly andexactly as in your Contacts list.When you have more than onecontact number, you can state thename and number type of thecontact (for example, 'Call JohnWork').

2.1.2 Send Msg to <Name orNumber>

Say 'Send Message' and thecommand will prompt you for thetype of message. After choosing themessage type, you will be promptedfor the contact name, number orgroup. It will automatically start amessage. If you say a full-sentencecommand, such as 'Send Messageto Bob', it would automatically starta text message without asking forthe message type. When using'Send Message' command, speakclearly and say the number, groupname, or name exactly as it isentered in your Contact list.

2.1.3 Go to <Menu>

The 'Go to' command allows you toaccess a menu within the phone(for example, 'Go to Calendar').

If no menu option is stated, a list ofoptions will be provided.

2.1.4 Check <Item>

The "Check" command allows youto check out awide range of items from thebattery level, service mode, signalstrength, GPS location, networkstatus, volume, number of missedcalls, voicemail, messages, to timeand date.

2.1.5 Lookup <Name>

You can look up names in yourContacts (for example, 'LookupJohn'):Read out/ Create New/ Erase/Modify

2.1.6 Play

The 'Play' command allows you toplay songs by stating 'Play AllSongs', 'Play Last song'. To playindividual music file, say 'Play' andthe command system will promptyou for the music title.

2.1.7 My Account

The "My Account" commandprovides you with direct access toyour Verizon Wireless accountinformation.

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2.1.8 Help

Provides a general guideline tousing Voice Commands.

2.2 CalculatorAllows you to perform simplemathematical calculations. You canenter numbers up to the sixthdecimal place. Calculations can bemade with up to 2 lines at one time.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Calculator].

5. Enter the numbers to get thevalue you want. To cancel anumber, touch the Left Soft Key

[Clear].

6. Use the Right Soft Key [Operator] to add parenthesis orpower among numbers forcalculation.

NOTE To insert a decimal, press . To

insert ±, press .

2.3 CalendarAllows you to keep your agendaconvenient and easy to access.Simply store your appointments andyour phone will alert you with areminder you set.

SHORTCUT Pressing the Navigation Wheel

from standby mode is a

hot key to Calendar by default.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Calendar].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the scheduled day.

Left : Previous Day

Right : Next Day

Up : Previous Week

Down : Next Week

6. Touch the Left Soft Key [Add].

7. Enter Subject, then scroll downto set remaining settings.

8. Highlight a Calendar setting field,then touch the Left Soft Key [Set]. For each Calendar event

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you can set:● Start Time ● End Time● Repeat ● Until● Alerts ● Tones

9. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting.

10. Press the OK Key [SAVE]when Calendar information iscomplete.

2.4 Alarm ClockAllows you to set one of threealarms. At the alarm time, Alarm 1(or 2 or 3) will be displayed on theLCD screen and the alarm willsound.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Alarm Clock].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to an Alarm (1, 2, or 3),then press the OK Key .

6. Enter the alarm informationincluding:

● Turn On/Off ● Set Time

● Repeat ● Ringtone

7. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to the information youwant to set, then touch the LeftSoft Key [Set] to view yoursetting choices.

8. Press the OK Key [SAVE]after setting all of the Alarmfields as necessary.When the alarm goes off, youcan turn it off by pressing the OKKey or the side keys.

2.5 StopwatchAllows you to use your phone astypical stopwatch. Start measuringtime and finish it pressing the OKKey . Touch the Left Soft Key

to lap. Touch the Right Soft Key[Reset].

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Stopwatch].

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2.6 World Clock Allows you to determine the currenttime in another time zone or countryby navigating with the left or rightnavigation keys.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [World Clock].

5. Touch the Right Soft Key [Cities] to check out a list ofavailable cities.

6. Select a city from the list, thenpress the OK Key . The display shows the position ofthe city on a global map.

7. Press the OK Key again tozoom in on the city and view itsdate and time infomation.

NOTE With Left Soft Key [Set DST], set

to daylight saving time.

2.7 NotepadAllows you to add, read, edit, anderase notes to yourself.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel

to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Notepad].

5. Touch the Left Soft Key [Add] to write a new note.

6. Touch the Left Soft Key tochange the entry mode.

7. After filling in the note, press theOK Key to save it.

2.8 Ez Tip CalcAllows you to quickly and easilycalculate bill amounts using the billtotal, tip % and number of people asvariables.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Tools].

4. Press [Ez Tip Calc].

5. Enter the variable fields (Totalbill, Tip (%), Split) and thecorresponding calculation fields(tip and total for each person)appear automatically.

6. Touch the Left Soft Key [Reset] for another calculation.

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3. Bluetooth Menu The Chocolate is compatible withdevices that support the Bluetooth®

headset, hands-free, dial-upnetworking, object push forContacts including name cards andCalendar events, Advanced AudioDistribution (Stereo), File TransferProfile(s), PhoneBook AccessProfile, Basic Printing Profile andBasic Imaging Profile.* You may create and store 20pairings within the Chocolate andconnect to one device at a time. The approximate communicationrange for Bluetooth® wirelesstechnology is up to 30 feet (10meters).Bluetooth QD ID B012732

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 ● The Stereo profile supported by

Chocolate provides you with the ability

to use the integrated music player

(and optional Bluetooth stereo

headset) to listen to WMA and MP3

music providing you with lots of

listening fun.

● Object Push Profile allows you to

transfer a Contact entry (vCard)

and/or transfer a calendar event

(vCal) to another OPP-enabled

Bluetooth device.

● PhoneBook Access Profile allows your

car kit and your phone to share

information. By pairing the devices

and connecting with this profile, you

can access and use your phone book

data while in your vehicle.

● Image transfer of user generated

content is available via the Basic

Imaging Profile.

● Basic Printing Profile is a profile to

transfer user-generated images to a

printer and print them out.

The steps are:

1. Press [MENU] -> use the

Navigation Wheel to scroll to

GET IT NOW and press the OK Key

-> press Picture & Video

-> press My Pictures.

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to

scroll to the picture you want to print.

3. Touch the Right Soft Key

[Options].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to

scroll to Print via Bluetooth, and

press the OK Key .

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3.1 Add New DevicePairing is the process that allowsthe handset to locate, establish,and register 1-to-1 connection withthe target device.

For pairing with a new Bluetooth®

device

1. Follow the Bluetooth® accessoryinstructions to set the device topairing mode.

2. Press the OK Key [MENU].

3. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

4. Press [Bluetooth Menu].

5. Press [Add New Device].

Set the desired device to pairing.

6. If Bluetooth® power is set to off,you will be prompted to turnpower on. Scroll to Yes andpress the OK Key .

7. The device will appear in AddNew Device menu once it hasbeen located. Scroll to the deviceand press the OK Key .

8. The handset will prompt you forthe passcode. Consult theBluetooth® accessory

instructions for the appropriatepasscode (typically “0000”zeroes). Enter the passcode andpress the OK Key .

9. Once pairing is successful, scrollto either Always Ask or AlwaysConnect and press the OK Key

to connect with the device.

10. Once connected, you will seethe device listed in theBluetooth® Menu and theBluetooth® device connectedicon will show up on yourenunciator when connected tothe Bluetooth® device. You canalso check out the connectionwith a blue icon on the list.

Icon Reference in Adding NewDevice

When the Bluetooth® wirelessconnection is built and paireddevices are found, the followingicons are displayed.

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● Icon References When aBluetooth® Wireless Connectionis Searched (neither connectednor paired).

● Icon References WhenSuccessfully Connected

My Phone NameAllows you to edit the name of theBluetooth® device when Add NewDevice menu is highlighted.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Bluetooth Menu].

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Press My Phone Name.

6. Touch to clear the existingname.

7. Use the numeric keypad to entera new custom name.

8. Press the OK Key to saveand exit.

TIP Bluetooth® wireless connection is

dependent on your Blueooth stereo

device. Even though you want to

connect with a headset that supports

both stereo and handsfree profiles,

you may only be able to connect with

one.

When an only monoheadset is connected withyour Chocolate device

When an only stereoheadset is connected withyour Chocolate device

When stereo headsets andmono headsets are allconnected with yourChocolate device

When an audio device issearched by your Chocolatedevice

When a PC is searched byyour Chocolate device

When a PDA is searched byyour Chocolate device

When another phone deviceis searched by yourChocolate device

When a printer is found byyour Chocolate device

When other undefineddevices are found by yourChocolate device

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Set OnAllows you to set the phone'sBluetooth® power On/Off.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Bluetooth Menu].

4. Touch the Left Soft Key [Set On].

NOTE By default, your device’s Bluetooth®

functionality is turned off.

Discovery ModeAllows you to set whether yourdevice is able to be searched byother Bluetooth devices in the area.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Bluetooth Menu].

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Press Discovery Mode.

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key . On/ Off

NOTE If you choose On for Discovery Mode,

your device is able to be searched by

other in-range Bluetooth® devices.

Supported ProfilesAllows you to see profiles that yourChocolate phone can support.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Bluetooth Menu].

4. Touch the Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Press Supported Profiles.

Dial-up Networking

In order to start a dial-upnetworking session:

1. Start the Bluetooth serviceapplication or program presenton the Client device.

2. Find your phone’s name from thelist of available devices.

3. From the list of available servicesor menu, select dial-upnetworking.

4. "Connect To" dialog box appearswith dialog boxes that requireinformation such as, ID,

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password and phone number.

5. Press the "Dial" button to initiatethe call. Once the connection isestablished, you can start usingthe Internet.

File Transfer

In order to start a file transfersession:

1. Start the Bluetooth serviceapplication or program presenton the Client device.

2. Find your phone’s name from thelist of available devices.

3. From the list of available servicesor menu, select file-transferservice.

4. A separate window appears withthe directory structure of yourphone. You are now able totransfer files to and from theClient device.

Phonebook Access

Please refer to your handsfreedevice or car audio system manualfor further instructions.

Last SearchAllows you to view the informationof the devices you have at leastonce tried to search.

Auto Pair HandsfreeAllows the Bluetooth pairing withan audio device to be triedautomatically with a default PINcode- 0000.

Transferring AudioWhen a Bluetooth® audio device isconnected, Audio To Phone/ AudioTo Device is displayed in theOptions menu during a call.

Audio To Phone Sound comes fromthe Bluetooth® audio device.

Audio To Device Sound comes fromthe handset.

You have the following options inthe paired device.● For devices that support OBEX

profiles:

1. Remove Device: You can removethe device from the pairing list.

2. Rename Device: You can renamethe name of the paired device.

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3. Incoming Security: Allows you toset permission beforeconnecting an incoming device.

4. Service Discovery: Allows you tosearch for the services that theselected device supports.

5. Device Info: Shows the deviceinformation.

6. Send Name Card: You cantransfer Contacts list to otherdevices.

7. Send Calendar Event: You cantransfer Calendar events to otherdevices.

8. Send Image: You can transferimages to a device that supportsBasic Imaging Profile (BIP)profiles.

● For headset devices:

1. Remove Device: You can removethe device from the pairing list.

2. Rename Device: You can renamethe name of the paired device.

3. Service Discovery: Allows you tosearch for the services that theselected device supports.

4. Device Info: Shows the deviceinformation.

NOTES ● In the pairing list, you can

disconnect the connected device

with the blue arrow signal by

pressing . Reversely, you

can turn it on by pressing

again.

● When an audio device is

connected, then you select

another device and press ,

the connection is transferred

from the audio device to the

other one.

● In case your search fails to find

any pairing device, select found

device instead.

● Print Picture allows you to print

to devices that support BPP

profiles.

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4. Sounds SettingsProvides options to customize thephone’s sounds.

4.1 Master Volume Allows you to set volume settings.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Master Volume].

5. Adjust the volume with theNavigation Wheel thenpress the OK Key to save thesetting.

4.2 Call Sounds Allows you to set how the phonealerts you for types of incomingcalls.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Call Sounds].

4.2.1 Call Ringtone

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Call Sounds].

5. Press [Call Ringtone].

6. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to a ringtone

then press the OK Key tosave the sound.

4.2.2 Call Vibrate

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Call Sounds].

5. Press [Call Vibrate].

6. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to a setting, then

press the OK Key .

On/ Off

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4.3 Alert SoundsAllows you to select the alert typefor a new message.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Alert Sounds].

5. Select TXT Message/ Pic-VideoMessage/ Voicemail.

6. Each Alert Sounds menu has thefollowing options.Tone/ Vibrate/ Reminder

4.4 Keypad Volume Allows you to set the keypadvolume.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Keypad Volume].

5. Adjust the volume with theNavigation Wheel thenpress the OK Key to save thesetting.

4.5 Service Alerts Allows you to set any of the fourAlert options to either On or Off.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Service Alerts].

5. Select an alert option.

ERI Alerts you to the status ofcellular service. ERI: Enhanced RoamingIndicator

Minute Beep Alerts you 10seconds before the end of everyminute during a call.

Call Connect Alerts you whenthe call is connected.

Charge Complete Alerts youwhen the battery is completelycharged.

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

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4.6 Power On/Off Allows you to set the phone tosound a tone when the phone ispowered on/off.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Sounds Settings].

4. Press [Power On/Off].

5. Select Power On/ Power Off.

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

On/ Off

5. Display SettingsProvides options to customize thephone’s display screen.

5.1 BannerAllows you to enter a string of up to23 characters which displays on theLCD screen.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Banner].

5.1.1 Personal Banner

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Banner].

5. Press [PersonalBanner].

6. Create your own banner textthen press the OK Key [SAVE].

5.1.2 ERI Banner

If you use ERI Service, ERI Text isshown on the sub banner.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Banner].

5. Press [ERI Banner].

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6. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to a setting, then

press the OK Key .On/ Off

5.2 BacklightAllows you to set the duration forilluminating the backlight. Displayand Keypad are set separately.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Backlight].

5. Scroll to a Backlight submenuand press the OK Key .Display/ Keypad

1. Display: 7 Seconds/ 15Seconds/ 30 Seconds/ AlwaysOn/ Always Off

2. Keypad: 7 Seconds/ 15Seconds/ 30 Seconds/ AlwaysOn/ Always Off

5.3 WallpaperAllows you to choose the kind ofbackground to be displayed on thephone.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Wallpaper].

5. Choose a submenu and pressthe OK Key .

My Pictures/ My Videos/ FunAnimations

6. Select from available screensthen press the OK Key .

5.4 Display ThemesAllows you to choose the color ofthe background screen.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Display Themes].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .Classic/ Rhythm & Blues/ Rock& Roll

6. Touch the Left Soft Key [View] to preview the selecteddisplay theme.

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5.5 Clip BoardAllows you to set clip board to bedisplayed in standby mode. Theselected theme is displayed whenspinning the navigation wheel.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Clip Board].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Off/ Classic/ Diary/ Modern

5.6 Dial FontsAllows you to set the dial font size.This setting is helpful for those whoneed the text to display a little bitlarger.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Dial Fonts].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then press

the OK Key .

Normal/ Large

6. Touch the Left Soft Key [View] to preview the selecteddial font.

5.7 Clock Format Allows you to choose the kind ofclock to be displayed on the LCDscreen.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Display Settings].

4. Press [Clock Format].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Normal/ Analog/ Digital/ Dual(Set City in World Clock)/ Off

6. Touch the Left Soft Key [View] to preview the selectedclock format.

6. Phone Settings The Phone Settings Menu allowsyou to designate specific settings tocustomize how you use your phone.

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6.1 Standalone Mode (Airplane Mode)

Allows you to use the menufunctions except making calls,Bluetooth® feature, and webaccessing, when radio transmissionis restricted. Activating StandaloneMode will disable all wirelesscommunications. When inStandalone Mode, servicessupporting Location On functionality(such as Chaperone) will besuspended.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Standalone Mode].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .On/ Off

6.2 Set Shortcut KeysAllows you to set a shortcut tophone menus using the down, up,left and right Navigation Keys.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel

to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Set Shortcut Keys].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Left Key/ Up Key/ Right Key/Down Key

6. Select the shortcut, then touchthe Left Soft Key [Set].

6.3 Slide Auto Lock Allows you to set the phone toautomatically lock when the slide isclosed, thereby requiring you tounlock your phone before using.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Slide Auto Lock].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

On/ Off

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6.4 Voice Commands

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Voice Commands].

Prompts Mode/ AudioPlayback/ TimeoutFor Mode, set Prompts/ Readout+ Alerts/ Readout/ Tones Only.For Audio Playback, setSpeakerphone/ Earpiece. ForTimeout, set 5 seconds or 10seconds.

Call Alert Ring Only/ Caller ID +Ring/ Name Repeat

6.5 LanguageAllows you to set the bilingualfeature according to yourpreference. Choose either Englishor Español.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Language].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .English/ Español

6.6 LocationAllows you to set GPS (GlobalPositioning System: Satelliteassisted location informationsystem) mode.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Location].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .Location On/ E911 Only

NOTES ● 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 Standalone Mode,

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services supporting Location On

functionality (such as Chaperone)

will be suspended.

6.7 SecurityThe Security menu allows you tosecure the phone electronically.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.The lock code is the last 4 digitsof your mobile phone number if itis set.The lock code is the last 4 digitsof your MEID if your mobilephone number is not set.

6.7.1 Edit Codes

Allows you to enter a new four-digit lock code.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Edit Codes.

7. Enter your new four-digit lockcode.

8. For confirmation, it will askyou to enter the new lockcode again.

NOTE The lock codes are divided into two:

Phone Only/ Calls & Services.

6.7.2 Restrictions

Allows you to set separaterestrictions for Location Setting,Calls, Messages, and Dial UpModem.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Restrictions.

7. Enter the four-digit PIN code.

8. Select a Restrictions menu

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then press the OK Key .

Location Setting/ Calls(Incoming Calls/ OutgoingCalls)/ Messages (IncomingMessages/ OutgoingMessages)/ Dial-up Modem

9. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to restriction

then press the OK Key .

Location Setting Lock Setting/Unlock Setting

Calls Incoming Calls/Outgoing Calls

Messages IncomingMessages/ OutgoingMessages

Dial-up Modem Allow All/Block All

6.7.3 Phone Lock

Keeps your phone fromunauthorized use. Once thephone is locked, it's in restrictedmode until the lock code isentered. You can receive phonecalls and still make emergencycalls. You can modify the lockcode using Edit Code submenuwithin the Security menu.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Phone Lock.

7. Scroll to an option then pressthe OK Key .

Unlocked The phone is neverlocked (Lock mode can beused).

On Power Up The phone islocked when it is turned on.

6.7.4 Lock Phone Now

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Lock Phone Now.

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6.7.5 Reset Default

Allows you to reset your phoneto the factory default settings.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheelto scroll to SETTINGS &

TOOLS, and press the OK Key.

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Reset Default.

7. Press the OK Key afterreading the warning message.

8. Select Revert by pressing theOK Key .

A confirmation message isdisplayed briefly before thephone resets itself.

6.7.6 Restore Phone

Allows you to erase all user dataand Contact information you'veentered in the phone's memoryso it's as if it just left the factory.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Security].

5. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6. Press Restore Phone.

7. Press the OK Key afterreading the warning message.

8. Enter the four-digit lock code.

6.8 System SelectAllows you to set up the phonemanagement environment. Leavethis setting as the default unlessyou want to alter system selectionas instructed by your serviceprovider.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [System Select].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Home Only/ Automatic

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6.9 NAM SelectAllows you to select the phone’sNAM (Number AssignmentModule) if the phone is registeredwith multiple service providers.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [NAM Select].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

NAM1/ NAM2

6.0 Auto NAMAllows the phone to automaticallyswitch between programmedtelephone numbers correspondingto the service provider area.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Settings].

4. Press [Auto NAM].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then press

the OK Key .On/ Off

7. Call Settings The Call Settings Menu allows youto designate how the phonehandles both incoming andoutgoing calls.

7.1 Answer OptionsAllows you to determine how thephone will answer an incoming call.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [Answer Options].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .Slide Up/ OK Key/ Auto withHandsfree

NOTE Auto with Handsfree is available

only when any external device is

connected to your phone.

When Ringer is set to mute, such asthe following settings, Ringer is notactivated.● When All Sounds Off/ Alarm

Only is set or individual Contact

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Ringer ID is set to No Ring/Silence.

● When Ringer is set to mute withside key or "Quiet".

7.2 End Call OptionsAllows you to determine how thephone will disconnect a call.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [End Call Options].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Slide Down / OK Key

7.3 Auto RetryAllows you to set the length of timethe phone waits beforeautomatically redialing a numberwhen the attempted call fails.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [Auto Retry].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Off/ Every 10 Seconds/ Every 30Seconds/ Every 60 Seconds

7.4 TTY Mode Allows you to attach a TTY deviceenabling you to communicate withparties also using a TTY device. Aphone with TTY support is able totranslate typed characters to voice.Voice can also be translated intocharacters and then displayed onthe TTY.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [TTY Mode].

An explanation message isdisplayed.

5. Press the OK Key tocontinue.

6. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

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TTY Full/ TTY + Talk/ TTY + Hear/TTY Off

TTY Full: Users who cannot talkand hear send and receive a textmessage through TTY equipment.TTY + Talk: Users who can talk butcannot hear receive a text messageand send voice through TTYequipment.TTY + Hear: Users who can hearbut cannot talk send a textmessage and receive voice throughTTY equipment.TTY Off: Normal users send andreceive without TTY equipment.

Connecting TTY Equipment and aTerminal

1. Connect a TTY cable to TTYconnection on the terminal (TTY

connection location is the sameas a headset jack).

2. Enter the phone menu and set upthe desired TTY mode.

3. After setting a TTY mode, checkthe LCD screen of the phone forthe TTY icon.

4. Connect the TTY equipment tothe power source and turn it on.

5. Make a phone connection to thedesired number.

6. When connection is made, usethe TTY equipment to type in andsend a text message or sendvoice.

7. The voice or text message fromthe receiver end displays on theTTY equipment display.

Menu User FeatureTransmission/

Receiving Mode

When makingcommunications with a

normal terminal

TTY FullFor hearing-/

verbally-impaired

text message transmission,text message receiving

Operator required

TTY +Talk

For hearing-impaired able to talk voice transmission, text

message receivingOperator required

TTY +Hear

For verbally-impaired

audible text message transmission,

voice receiving Operator required

TTY Off For regular usersvoice transmission, voice

receiving

TTY Mode (Tele Type writer)

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7.5 One Touch Dial Allows you to initiate a speed dialcall by pressing and holding thespeed dial digit. If set to Off, SpeedDial numbers designated in yourContacts will not function.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [One Touch Dial].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

On/ Off

7.6 Voice PrivacyAllows you to set the voice privacyfeature for CDMA calls. CDMAoffers inherent voice privacy. Checkwith your service provider foravailability.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Call Settings].

4. Press [Voice Privacy].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

On/ Off

8. Touch KeypadAllows you to control the sensitivitylevel of the keypad keys on yourphone.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Touch Keypad].

4. Select Sensor Level, Vibration orSound.

● For Sensor Level, use theNavigation Wheel to scrollto a setting, then press the OKKey .Super / High / Medium / Low

● For Vibration or Sound, use theNavigation Wheel the OK Key

to scroll to a setting, thenpress the OK Key . On/ Off

NOTE A higher sensor level provides a

larger surface area for your

fingers to tap. In contrast, a

lower touch sensitivity level has

a smaller surface area.

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9. Navigation Wheel

9.1 SpeedAllows you to determine speed atwhich the Navigation Wheel reacts.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Navigation Wheel].

4. Press [Speed].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

High / Medium / Low

9.2 SoundAllows you to set the phone tosound a tone when the navigatingwheel is in use.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Navigation Wheel].

4. Press [Sound].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

On/ Off

9.3 LightAllows you to customize the light ofwheel according to Trace Motion,Power On/Off and Call.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Navigation Wheel].

4. Press [Light].

5. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Trace Motion/ Power On/Off/Incoming Call

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0. USB Auto DetectionYour phone automatically detects aUSB device when it is connected toyour phone for Sync Music or SyncData operation. If the option is setto Ask On Plug, you are asked toconfirm whenever the connection ismade.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [USB AutoDetection].

4. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to a setting, then pressthe OK Key .

Sync Music/ Sync Data/ Ask OnPlug

*. MemoryAllows you to check your Chocolateinternal phone memory as well asthe microSD external memory. The Chocolate can access thefollowing file types stored on theremovable microSD card.My Pictures: png, jpg, bmp, gifMy Sounds: mid, qcp (used forMMS, cannot be set as ringtones)My Videos: 3gp, 3g2My Music: wma, mp3

Store onChocolate

Store onmicroSDCard

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TransferPC toPhonevia Card

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*.1 Save Options Allows you to select which memory(phone or memory card) to use tosave your files.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Memory].

4. Press [Save Options].

5. Scroll to Pictures/ Videos/Sounds then press the OK Key

.

6. Scroll to Phone Memory/ CardMemory then press the OK Key

.

*.2 Phone Memory

Shows the memory informationsaved in your phone.1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Memory].

4. Press [Phone Memory].

5. Scroll to Memory Usage/ MyPictures/ My Videos/ My Music/

My Sounds then press the OKKey to view the memoryused for each item.

*.3 Card Memory Shows the memory informationsaved in the card.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Memory].

4. Press [Card Memory].

5. Scroll to Memory Usage/ MyPictures/ My Videos/ My Music/My Sounds then press the OKKey .

NOTE The option Card Memory Usage

shows the total used memory and

memory space remaining.

NOTE Do not insert or remove the microSD

while playing, deleting or downloading

Pictures/Videos/ Music/Sounds.

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#. Phone InfoAllows you to view the informationspecific to your phone and software.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Info].

#.1 My NumberAllows you to view your phonenumber.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Info].

4. Press [My Number].

#.2 SW/HW VersionAllows you to view the versions ofvarious applications such as SW,PRL, ERI, Browser, Get It Now, AVR,MMS, Bluetooth, MSUI, HW, ESNVersion, and Warranty Date Code.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Info].

4. Press [SW/HW Version].

#.3 Icon GlossaryAllows you to view all the icons andtheir meanings.

1. Press the OK Key [MENU].

2. Use the Navigation Wheel to scroll to SETTINGS & TOOLS,and press the OK Key .

3. Press [Phone Info].

4. Press [Icon Glossary].

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TTIIAA SSaaffeettyyIInnffoorrmmaattiioonnThe following is the complete TIASafety Information for wirelesshandheld phones.

Exposure to Radio FrequencySignal

Your wireless handheld portablephone is a low power radiotransmitter and receiver. When ON,it receives and sends out RadioFrequency (RF) signals.In August, 1996, the FederalCommunications Commissions(FCC) adopted RF exposureguidelines with safety levels forhandheld wireless phones. Thoseguidelines are consistent with thesafety standards previously set byboth U.S. and internationalstandards bodies:

ANSI C95.1 (1992) *

NCRP Report 86 (1986)

ICNIRP (1996)* American National StandardsInstitute; National Council onRadiation Protection andMeasurements; InternationalCommission on Non-IonizingRadiation Protection

Those standards were based oncomprehensive and periodicevaluations of the relevantscientific literature. For example,over 120 scientists, engineers, andphysicians from universities,government health agencies, andindustry reviewed the availablebody of research to develop theANSI Standard (C95.1).The design of your phonecomplies with the FCCguidelines (and thosestandards).

Antenna Care

Use only the supplied or anapproved replacement antenna.Unauthorized antennas,modifications, or attachments coulddamage the phone and may violateFCC regulations.

Phone Operation

NORMAL POSITION: Hold thephone as you would any othertelephone with the antenna pointedup and over your shoulder.

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Tips on Efficient Operation

For your phone to operate mostefficiently:Don’t touch the antennaunnecessarily when the phone is inuse. Contact with the antennaaffects call quality and may causethe phone to operate at a higherpower level than otherwise needed.

Driving

Check the laws and regulations onthe use of wireless phones in theareas where you drive and alwaysobey them. Also, if using yourphone while driving, please observethe following:● Give full attention to driving --

driving safely is your firstresponsibility;

● Use hands-free operation, ifavailable;

● Pull off the road and park beforemaking or answering a call ifdriving conditions or the lawrequire it.

Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipmentis shielded from RF signals.However, certain electronicequipment may not be shielded

against the RF signals from yourwireless phone.

Pacemakers

The Health Industry ManufacturersAssociation recommends that aminimum separation of six (6)inches be maintained between ahandheld wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potentialinterference with the pacemaker.These recommendations areconsistent with the independentresearch by and recommendationsof Wireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:● Should ALWAYS keep the phone

more than six (6) inches fromtheir pacemaker when the phoneis turned ON;

● Should not carry the phone in abreast pocket;

● Should use the ear opposite thepacemaker to minimize the potential forinterference;

● Should turn the phone OFFimmediately if there is anyreason to suspect thatinterference is taking place.

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Hearing Aids

Some digital wireless phones mayinterfere with some hearing aids. Inthe event of such interference, youmay want to consult your serviceprovider (or call the customerservice line to discuss alternatives).

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personalmedical device, consult themanufacturer of your device todetermine if it is adequatelyshielded from external RF energy.Your physician may be able toassist you in obtaining thisinformation.

Health Care Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in health carefacilities when any regulationsposted in these areas instruct youto do so. Hospitals or health carefacilities may use equipment thatcould be sensitive to external RFenergy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperlyinstalled or inadequately shieldedelectronic systems in motorvehicles. Check with themanufacturer or its representative

regarding your vehicle. You shouldalso consult the manufacturer ofany equipment that has been addedto your vehicle.

Posted Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in any facilitywhere posted notices so require.

Aircraft

FCC regulations prohibit using yourphone while in the air. Switch OFFyour phone before boarding anaircraft.

Blasting Areas

To avoid interfering with blastingoperations, turn your phone OFFwhen in a “blasting area” or inareas posted: “Turn off two-wayradio”. Obey all signs andinstructions.

Potentially Explosive Atmosphere

Turn your phone OFF when in anyarea with a potentially explosiveatmosphere and obey all signs andinstructions. Sparks in such areascould cause an explosion or fireresulting in bodily injury or evendeath.Areas with a potentially explosiveatmosphere are often, but not

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always marked clearly. Potentialareas may include: fueling areas(such as gasoline stations); belowdeck on boats; fuel or chemicaltransfer or storage facilities;vehicles using liquefied petroleumgas (such as propane or butane);areas where the air containschemicals or particles (such asgrain, dust, or metal powders); andany other area where you wouldnormally be advised to turn off yourvehicle engine.

For Vehicles Equipped with an AirBag

An air bag inflates with great force.DO NOT place objects, includingeither installed or portable wirelessequipment, in the area over the airbag or in the air bag deploymentarea. If in-vehicle wirelessequipment is improperly installedand the air bag inflates, seriousinjury could result.

SSaaffeettyy IInnffoorrmmaattiioonnPlease read and observe thefollowing information for safe andproper use of your phone and toprevent damage. Also, keep theuser guide in an accessible place atall times after reading it.

Violation of theinstructions may

cause minor or serious damage tothe product.● Do not disassemble or open

crush, bend or deform, punctureor shred.

● Do not modify or remanufacture,attempt to insert foreign objectsinto the battery, immerse orexpose to water or other liquids,expose to fire, explosion or otherhazard.

● Only use the battery for thesystem for which it is specified.

● Only use the battery with acharging system that has beenqualified with the system perIEEE-Std-1725-2006. Use of anunqualified battery or chargermay present a risk of fire,explosion, leakage, or otherhazard.

Caution

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● Do not short circuit a battery orallow metallic conductiveobjects to contact batteryterminals.

● Replace the battery only withanother battery that has beenqualified with the system per thisstandard, IEEE-Std-1725-2006.Use of an unqualified batterymay present a risk of fire,explosion, leakage or otherhazard.

● Promptly dispose of usedbatteries in accordance withlocal regulations.

● Battery usage by children shouldbe supervised.

● Avoid dropping the phone orbattery. If the phone or battery isdropped, especially on a hardsurface, and the user suspectsdamage, take it to a servicecenter for inspection.

● At least, one of theAuthentication methods may beimplemented. (e.g. H/W, S/W,Mechanical, Hologram, etc.)

● Improper battery use may resultin a fire, explosion or otherhazard.

Charger and Adapter Safety

● The charger and adapter areintended for indoor use only.

● Insert the battery pack chargervertically into the wall powersocket.

● Only use the approved batterycharger. Otherwise, you maycause serious damage to yourphone.

● Use the correct adapter for yourphone when using the batterypack charger abroad.

Battery Information and Care

● Please dispose of your batteryproperly or take it to your localwireless carrier for recycling.

● The battery doesn’t need to beempty before recharging.

● Use only LG-approved chargersspecific to your phone modelsince they are designed tomaximize battery life.

● Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.

● Keep the battery’s metalcontacts clean.

● Replace the battery when it nolonger provides acceptable

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performance. The battery can berecharged several hundred timesbefore replacement.

● Recharge the battery after longperiods of non-use to maximizebattery life.

● Battery life will vary due tousage patterns andenvironmental conditions.

● Use of extended backlighting,Browser, and data connectivitykits affect battery life and talk/standby times.

● The self-protection function ofthe battery cuts the power of thephone when its operation is in anabnormal state. In this case,remove the battery from thephone, reinstall it, and turn thephone on.

Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards

● Do not put your phone in a placesubject to excessive dust andkeep the minimum requireddistance between the powercord and heat sources.

● Unplug the power cord prior tocleaning your phone, and cleanthe power plug pin when it’sdirty.

● When using the power plug,ensure that it’s firmly connected.If not, it may cause excessiveheat or fire.

● If you put your phone in a pocketor bag without covering thereceptacle of the phone (powerplug pin), metallic articles (suchas a coin, paperclip or pen) mayshort-circuit the phone. Alwayscover the receptacle when not inuse.

● Don’t short-circuit the battery.Metallic articles such as a coin,paperclip or pen in your pocketor bag may short-circuit the +and – terminals of the battery(metal strips on the battery) uponmoving. Short-circuit of theterminal may damage the batteryand cause an explosion.

General Notice

● Using a damaged battery orplacing a battery in your mouthmay cause serious injury.

● Do not place items containingmagnetic components such as acredit card, phone card, bankbook, or subway ticket near yourphone. The magnetism of thephone may damage the datastored in the magnetic strip.

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● Talking on your phone for a longperiod of time may reduce callquality due to heat generatedduring use.

● When the phone is not used fora long period time, store it in asafe place with the power cordunplugged.

● Using the phone in proximity toreceiving equipment (i.e., TV orradio) may cause interference tothe phone.

● Do not use the phone if theantenna is damaged. If adamaged antenna contacts skin,it may cause a slight burn.Please contact an LG AuthorizedService Center to replace thedamaged antenna.

● Do not immerse your phone inwater. If this happens, turn it offimmediately and remove thebattery. If the phone does notwork, take it to an LG AuthorizedService Center.

● Do not paint your phone.● The data saved in your phone

might be deleted due to carelessuse, repair of the phone, orupgrade of the software. Pleasebackup your important phonenumbers. (Ringtones, text

messages, voice messages,pictures, and videos could alsobe deleted.) The manufacturer isnot liable for damage due to theloss of data.

● When you use the phone inpublic places, set the ringtone tovibration so you don't disturbothers.

● Do not turn your phone on or offwhen putting it to your ear.

● Use accessories, such asearphones and headsets, withcaution. Ensure that cables aretucked away safely and do nottouch the antenna unnecessarily.

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CCaauuttiioonn:: AAvvooiidd ppootteennttiiaallhheeaarriinngg lloossss..Prolonged exposure to loud sounds(including music) is the mostcommon cause of preventablehearing loss. Some scientificresearch suggests that usingportable audio devices, such asportable music players and cellulartelephones, at high volume settingsfor long durations may lead topermanent noise induced hearingloss. This includes the use ofheadphones (including headsets,earbuds and Bluetooth® or otherwireless devices). Exposure to veryloud sound has also beenassociated in some studies withtinnitus (a ringing in the ear),hypersensitivity to sound anddistorted hearing. Individualsusceptibility to noise-inducedhearing loss and other potentialhearing problems varies.The amount of sound produced bya portable audio device variesdepending on the nature of thesound, the device, the devicesettings and the headphones. Youshould follow some commonsenserecommendations when using anyportable audio device:

● Set the volume in a quietenvironment and select thelowest volume at which you canhear adequately.

● When using headphones, turnthe volume down if you cannothear the people speaking nearyou or if the person sitting nextto you can hear what you arelistening to.

● Do not turn the volume up toblock out noisy surroundings. Ifyou choose to listen to yourportable device in a noisyenvironment, use noise-cancelling headphones to blockout background environmentalnoise.

● Limit the amount of time youlisten. As the volume increases,less time is required before yourhearing could be affected.

● Avoid using headphones afterexposure to extremely loudnoises, such as rock concerts,that might cause temporaryhearing loss. Temporary hearingloss might cause unsafe volumesto sound normal.

● Do not listen at any volume thatcauses you discomfort. If youexperience ringing in your ears,

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hear muffled speech orexperience any temporaryhearing difficulty after listeningto your portable audio device,discontinue use and consult yourdoctor.

You can obtain additionalinformation on this subject from thefollowing sources:

American Academy of Audiology11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite300Reston, VA 20190Voice: (800) 222-2336Email: [email protected]: www.audiology.org

National Institute on Deafness andOther Communication DisordersNational Institutes of Health31 Center Drive, MSC 2320Bethesda, MD USA 20892-2320Voice: (301) 496-7243Email: [email protected]:http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing

National Institute for OccupationalSafety and HealthHubert H. Humphrey Bldg.200 Independence Ave., SWWashington, DC 20201Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4674)Internet:http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html

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The U.S. Food and DrugAdministration’s Centerfor Devices and

Radiological Health ConsumerUpdate on Mobile Phones:

1. Do wireless phones pose ahealth hazard?

The available scientific evidencedoes not show that any healthproblems are associated with usingwireless phones. There is no proof,however, that wireless phones areabsolutely safe. Wireless phonesemit low levels of Radio Frequency(RF) energy in the microwave rangewhile being used. They also emitvery low levels of RF when instandby mode. Whereas high levelsof RF can produce health effects(by heating tissue), exposure to lowlevel RF that does not produceheating effects causes no knownadverse health effects. Manystudies of low level RF exposureshave not found any biologicaleffects. Some studies havesuggested that some biologicaleffects may occur, but suchfindings have not been confirmedby additional research. In some

cases, other researchers have haddifficulty in reproducing thosestudies, or in determining thereasons for inconsistent results.

2. What is the FDA's roleconcerning the safety of wirelessphones?

Under the law, the FDA does notreview the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products suchas wireless phones before they canbe sold, as it does with new drugsor medical devices. However, theagency has authority to take actionif wireless phones are shown toemit Radio Frequency (RF) energyat a level that is hazardous to theuser. In such a case, the FDA couldrequire the manufacturers ofwireless phones to notify users ofthe health hazard and to repair,replace, or recall the phones sothat the hazard no longer exists.Although the existing scientific datadoes not justify FDA regulatoryactions, the FDA has urged thewireless phone industry to take anumber of steps, including thefollowing:● Support needed research into

possible biological effects of RFof the type emitted by wirelessphones;

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● Design wireless phones in a waythat minimizes any RF exposureto the user that is not necessaryfor device function; and

● Cooperate in providing users ofwireless phones with the bestpossible information on possibleeffects of wireless phone use onhuman health.

The FDA belongs to an interagencyworking group of the federalagencies that have responsibilityfor different aspects of RF safety toensure coordinated efforts at thefederal level. The followingagencies belong to this workinggroup:● National Institute for

Occupational Safety and Health

● Environmental ProtectionAgency

● Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration

● National Telecommunicationsand Information Administration

The National Institutes of Healthparticipates in some interagencyworking group activities, as well.The FDA shares regulatoryresponsibilities for wireless phoneswith the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC). All phones that

are sold in the United States mustcomply with FCC safety guidelinesthat limit RF exposure. The FCCrelies on the FDA and other healthagencies for safety questions aboutwireless phones.The FCC also regulates the basestations that the wireless phonenetworks rely upon. While thesebase stations operate at higherpower than do the wireless phonesthemselves, the RF exposures thatpeople get from these base stationsare typically thousands of timeslower than those they can get fromwireless phones. Base stations arethus not the subject of the safetyquestions discussed in thisdocument.

3. What kinds of phones are thesubject of this update?

The term “wireless phone” refershere to handheld wireless phoneswith built-in antennas, often called“cell”, “mobile”, or “PCS” phones.These types of wireless phones canexpose the user to measurableRadio Frequency (RF) energybecause of the short distancebetween the phone and the user’shead. These RF exposures are limited byFCC safety guidelines that were

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developed with the advice of theFDA and other federal health andsafety agencies. When the phone islocated at greater distances fromthe user, the exposure to RF isdrastically lower because aperson's RF exposure decreasesrapidly with increasing distancefrom the source. The so-called“cordless phones,” which have abase unit connected to thetelephone wiring in a house,typically operate at far lower powerlevels, and thus produce RFexposures far below the FCC safetylimits.

4. What are the results of theresearch done already?

The research done thus far hasproduced conflicting results, andmany studies have suffered fromflaws in their research methods.Animal experiments investigatingthe effects of Radio Frequency (RF)energy exposures characteristic ofwireless phones have yieldedconflicting results that often cannotbe repeated in other laboratories. Afew animal studies, however, havesuggested that low levels of RFcould accelerate the developmentof cancer in laboratory animals.However, many of the studies that

showed increased tumordevelopment used animals that hadbeen genetically engineered ortreated with cancer-causingchemicals so as to be pre-disposedto develop cancer in the absence ofRF exposure. Other studies exposedthe animals to RF for up to 22 hoursper day. These conditions are notsimilar to the conditions underwhich people use wireless phones,so we do not know with certaintywhat the results of such studiesmean for human health. Three largeepidemiology studies have beenpublished since December 2000.Between them, the studiesinvestigated any possibleassociation between the use ofwireless phones and primary braincancer, glioma, meningioma, oracoustic neuroma, tumors of thebrain or salivary gland, leukemia, orother cancers. None of the studiesdemonstrated the existence of anyharmful health effects fromwireless phone RF exposures.However, none of the studies cananswer questions about long-termexposures, since the averageperiod of phone use in thesestudies was around three years.

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5. What research is needed todecide whether RF exposure fromwireless phones poses a healthrisk?

A combination of laboratory studiesand epidemiological studies ofpeople actually using wirelessphones would provide some of thedata that are needed. Lifetimeanimal exposure studies could becompleted in a few years. However,very large numbers of animalswould be needed to provide reliableproof of a cancer promoting effect,if one exists. Epidemiologicalstudies can provide data that isdirectly applicable to humanpopulations, but ten or more yearsfollow-up may be needed to provideanswers about some health effects,such as cancer. This is because theinterval between the time ofexposure to a cancer-causingagent and the time tumors develop— if they do — may be many, manyyears. The interpretation ofepidemiological studies ishampered by difficulties inmeasuring actual RF exposureduring day-to-day use of wirelessphones. Many factors affect thismeasurement, such as the angle atwhich the phone is held, or whichmodel of phone is used.

6. What is the FDA doing to find outmore about the possible healtheffects of wireless phone RF?

The FDA is working with the U.S.National Toxicology Program andwith groups of investigators aroundthe world to ensure that highpriority animal studies areconducted to address importantquestions about the effects ofexposure to Radio Frequency (RF)energy. The FDA has been a leadingparticipant in the World HealthOrganization International ElectroMagnetic Fields (EMF) Projectsince its inception in 1996. Aninfluential result of this work hasbeen the development of a detailedagenda of research needs that hasdriven the establishment of newresearch programs around theworld. The project has also helpeddevelop a series of publicinformation documents on EMFissues. The FDA and the CellularTelecommunications & InternetAssociation (CTIA) have a formalCooperative Research AndDevelopment Agreement (CRADA)to do research on wireless phonesafety. The FDA provides thescientific oversight, obtaining input

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from experts in government,industry, and academicorganizations. CTIA-fundedresearch is conducted throughcontracts with independentinvestigators. The initial researchwill include both laboratory studiesand studies of wireless phoneusers. The CRADA will also includea broad assessment of additionalresearch needs in the context ofthe latest research developmentsaround the world.

7. How can I find out how muchRadio Frequency energy exposure Ican get by using my wirelessphone?

All phones sold in the United Statesmust comply with FederalCommunications Commission (FCC)guidelines that limit RadioFrequency (RF) energy exposures.The FCC established theseguidelines in consultation with theFDA and the other federal healthand safety agencies. The FCC limitfor RF exposure from wirelessphones is set at a SpecificAbsorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 wattsper kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCClimit is consistent with the safetystandards developed by theInstitute of Electrical and Electronic

Engineering (IEEE) and the NationalCouncil on Radiation Protection andMeasurement. The exposure limittakes into consideration the body’sability to remove heat from thetissues that absorb energy from thewireless phone and is set wellbelow levels known to have effects.Manufacturers of wireless phonesmust report the RF exposure levelfor each model of phone to the FCC.The FCC website(http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety)gives directions for locating the FCCidentification number on yourphone so you can find your phone’sRF exposure level in the onlinelisting.

8. What has the FDA done tomeasure the Radio Frequencyenergy coming from wirelessphones?

The Institute of Electrical andElectronic Engineers (IEEE) isdeveloping a technical standard formeasuring the Radio Frequency(RF) energy exposure from wirelessphones and other wirelesshandsets with the participation andleadership of FDA scientists andengineers. The standard,“Recommended Practice forDetermining the Spatial-Peak

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Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) inthe Human Body Due to WirelessCommunications Devices:Experimental Techniques”, setsforth the first consistent testmethodology for measuring the rateat which RF is deposited in theheads of wireless phone users. Thetest method uses a tissue-simulating model of the humanhead. Standardized SAR testmethodology is expected to greatlyimprove the consistency ofmeasurements made at differentlaboratories on the same phone.SAR is the measurement of theamount of energy absorbed intissue, either by the whole body ora small part of the body. It ismeasured in watts/kg (ormilliwatts/g) of matter. Thismeasurement is used to determinewhether a wireless phone complieswith safety guidelines.

9. What steps can I take to reducemy exposure to Radio Frequencyenergy from my wireless phone?

If there is a risk from theseproducts — and at this point we donot know that there is — it isprobably very small. But if you areconcerned about avoiding evenpotential risks, you can take a few

simple steps to minimize yourexposure to Radio Frequency (RF)energy. Since time is a key factor inhow much exposure a personreceives, reducing the amount oftime spent using a wireless phonewill reduce RF exposure. If youmust conduct extendedconversations by wireless phoneevery day, you could place moredistance between your body andthe source of the RF, since theexposure level drops offdramatically with distance. Forexample, you could use a headsetand carry the wireless phone awayfrom your body or use a wirelessphone connected to a remoteantenna. Again, the scientific datadoes not demonstrate that wirelessphones are harmful. But if you areconcerned about the RF exposurefrom these products, you can usemeasures like those describedabove to reduce your RF exposurefrom wireless phone use.

10. What about children usingwireless phones?

The scientific evidence does notshow a danger to users of wirelessphones, including children andteenagers. If you want to take stepsto lower exposure to Radio

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Frequency (RF) energy, themeasures described above wouldapply to children and teenagersusing wireless phones. Reducingthe time of wireless phone use andincreasing the distance betweenthe user and the RF source willreduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by othernational governments have advisedthat children be discouraged fromusing wireless phones at all. Forexample, the government in theUnited Kingdom distributed leafletscontaining such a recommendationin December 2000. They noted thatno evidence exists that using awireless phone causes braintumors or other ill effects. Theirrecommendation to limit wirelessphone use by children was strictlyprecautionary; it was not based onscientific evidence that any healthhazard exists.

11. What about wireless phoneinterference with medicalequipment?

Radio Frequency (RF) energy fromwireless phones can interact withsome electronic devices. For thisreason, the FDA helped develop adetailed test method to measureElectro Magnetic Interference

(EMI) of implanted cardiacpacemakers and defibrillators fromwireless telephones. This testmethod is now part of a standardsponsored by the Association forthe Advancement of MedicalInstrumentation (AAMI). The finaldraft, a joint effort by the FDA,medical device manufacturers, andmany other groups, was completedin late 2000. This standard will allowmanufacturers to ensure thatcardiac pacemakers anddefibrillators are safe from wirelessphone EMI.The FDA has tested hearing aids forinterference from handheldwireless phones and helpeddevelop a voluntary standardsponsored by the Institute ofElectrical and Electronic Engineers(IEEE). This standard specifies testmethods and performancerequirements for hearing aids andwireless phones so that nointerference occurs when a personuses a “compatible” phone and a“compatible” hearing aid at thesame time. This standard wasapproved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor theuse of wireless phones for possibleinteractions with other medicaldevices. Should harmful

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interference be found to occur, theFDA will conduct testing to assessthe interference and work toresolve the problem.

12. Where can I find additionalinformation?

For additional information, pleaserefer to the following resources:

FDA web page on wireless phones(http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/)

Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) RF SafetyProgram(http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety)

International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection(http://www.icnirp.de)

World Health Organization (WHO)International EMF Project(http://www.who.int/emf)

National Radiological ProtectionBoard (UK)(http://www.nrpb.org.uk/)

1100 DDrriivveerr SSaaffeettyy TTiippssYour wireless phone gives you thepowerful ability to communicate byvoice almost anywhere, anytime.An important responsibilityaccompanies the benefits ofwireless phones, one that everyuser must uphold.When operating a car, driving isyour first responsibility. When usingyour wireless phone behind thewheel of a car, practice goodcommon sense and remember thefollowing tips:

1. Get to know your wireless phoneand its features such as speeddial and redial. Carefully readyour instruction manual andlearn to take advantage ofvaluable features most phonesoffer, including automatic redialand memory. Also, work tomemorize the phone keypad soyou can use the speed dialfunction without taking yourattention off the road.

2. When available, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessoriesare readily available today.Whether you choose an installedmounted device for your

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wireless phone or a speakerphone accessory, takeadvantage of these devices ifavailable to you.

3. Make sure you place yourwireless phone within easyreach and where you can reachit without removing your eyesfrom the road. If you get anincoming call at an inconvenienttime, if possible, let yourvoicemail answer it for you.

4. Suspend conversations duringhazardous driving conditions orsituations. Let the person you arespeaking with know you aredriving; if necessary, suspendthe call in heavy traffic orhazardous weather conditions.Rain, sleet, snow, and ice can behazardous, but so is heavytraffic. As a driver, your firstresponsibility is to pay attentionto the road.

5. Don’t take notes or look upphone numbers while driving. Ifyou are reading an address bookor business card, or writing a“to-do” list while driving a car,you are not watching where youare going. It is common sense.Do not get caught in adangerous situation because you

are reading or writing and notpaying attention to the road ornearby vehicles.

6. Dial sensibly and assess thetraffic; if possible, place callswhen you are not moving orbefore pulling into traffic. Try toplan your calls before you beginyour trip or attempt to coincideyour calls with times you may bestopped at a stop sign, red light,or otherwise stationary. But ifyou need to dial while driving,follow this simple tip -- dial only afew numbers, check the roadand your mirrors, then continue.

7. Do not engage in stressful oremotional conversations thatmay be distracting. Stressful oremotional conversations anddriving do not mix; they aredistracting and even dangerouswhen you are behind the wheelof a car. Make people you aretalking with aware you aredriving and if necessary,suspend conversations whichhave the potential to divert yourattention from the road.

8. Use your wireless phone to callfor help. Your wireless phone isone of the greatest tools you canown to protect yourself and your

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family in dangerous situations --with your phone at your side,help is only three numbers away.Dial 911 or other localemergency number in the caseof fire, traffic accident, roadhazard, or medical emergency.Remember, it’s a free call on yourwireless phone!

9. Use your wireless phone to helpothers in emergencies. Yourwireless phone provides you aperfect opportunity to be a“Good Samaritan” in yourcommunity. If you see an autoaccident, crime in progress orother serious emergency wherelives are in danger, call 911 orother local emergency number,as you would want others to dofor you.

10. Call roadside assistance or aspecial wireless non-emergencyassistance number whennecessary. Certain situations youencounter while driving mayrequire attention, but are noturgent enough to merit a call foremergency services. But youcan still use your wirelessphone to lend a hand. If you seea broken-down vehicle posingno serious hazard, a broken

traffic signal, a minor trafficaccident where no one appearsinjured or a vehicle you know tobe stolen, call roadsideassistance or other special non-emergency wireless number.

The above tips are meant asgeneral guidelines. Before decidingto use your mobile device whileoperating a vehicle, it isrecommended that you consultyour applicable jurisdiction’s locallaws or other regulations regardingsuch use. Such laws or otherregulations may prohibit orotherwise restrict the manner inwhich a driver may use his or herphone while operating a vehicle.

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CCoonnssuummeerrIInnffoorrmmaattiioonn oonn SSAARR(Specific Absorption Rate)

This model phone meets thegovernment's requirements forexposure to radio waves. Yourwireless phone is a radiotransmitter and receiver. It isdesigned and manufactured not toexceed the emission limits forexposure to Radio Frequency (RF)energy set by the FederalCommunications Commission of theU.S. Government. These limits arepart of comprehensive guidelinesand establish permitted levels of RFenergy for the general population.The guidelines are based onstandards that were developed byindependent scientificorganizations through periodic andthorough evaluation of scientificstudies. The standards include asubstantial safety margin designedto assure the safety of all persons,regardless of age and health.The exposure standard for wirelessmobile phones employs a unit ofmeasurement known as theSpecific Absorption Rate, or SAR.The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg. Tests for SAR are conducted

using standard operating positionsspecified by the FCC with the phonetransmitting at its highest certifiedpower level in all tested frequencybands. Although SAR is determinedat the highest certified power level,the actual SAR level of the phonewhile operating can be well belowthe maximum value. Because thephone is designed to operate atmultiple power levels to use onlythe power required to reach thenetwork, in general, the closer youare to a wireless base stationantenna, the lower the poweroutput.Before a phone model is availablefor sale to the public, it must betested and certified to the FCC thatit does not exceed the limitestablished by the government-adopted requirement for safeexposure. The tests are performedin positions and locations (e.g., atthe ear and worn on the body) asrequired by the FCC for each model. The highest SAR value for thismodel phone when tested for use atthe ear is 1.30 W/kg and when wornon the body, as described in thisuser guide, is 1.26 W/kg (body-wornmeasurements differ among phonemodels, depending upon availableaccessories and FCC

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requirements). While there may bedifferences between SAR levels ofvarious phones and at variouspositions, they all meet thegovernment requirement for safeexposure.The FCC has granted an EquipmentAuthorization for this model phonewith all reported SAR levelsevaluated as in compliance with theFCC RF emission guidelines. SARinformation on this model phone ison file with the FCC and can befound under the Display Grantsection ofhttp://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid aftersearching on FCC ID BEJVX8550.Additional information on SpecificAbsorption Rates (SAR) can befound on the CellularTelecommunications IndustryAssociation (CTIA) website athttp://www.ctia.org.* In the United States and Canada,the SAR limit for mobile phonesused by the public is 1.6 watts/kg(W/kg) averaged over one gram oftissue. The standard incorporates asubstantial margin of safety to giveadditional protection for the publicand to account for any variations inmeasurements.

FFCCCC HHeeaarriinngg--AAiiddCCoommppaattiibbiilliittyy ((HHAACC))RReegguullaattiioonnss ffoorrWWiirreelleessss DDeevviicceessOn July 10, 2003, the U.S. FederalCommunications Commission (FCC)Report and Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified the exception ofwireless phones under the HearingAid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HACAct) to require digital wirelessphones be compatible with hearing-aids. The intent of the HAC Act is toensure reasonable access totelecommunications services forpersons with hearing disabilities.While some wireless phones areused near some hearing devices(hearing aids and cochlearimplants), users may detect abuzzing, humming, or whining noise.Some hearing devices are moreimmune than others to thisinterference noise, and phones alsovary in the amount of interferencethey generate.The wireless telephone industryhas developed a rating system forwireless phones, to assist hearingdevice users to find phones thatmay be compatible with theirhearing devices. Not all phones

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have been rated. Phones that arerated have the rating on their box ora label located on the box.The ratings are not guarantees.Results will vary depending on theuser's hearing device and hearingloss. If your hearing devicehappens to be vulnerable tointerference, you may not be able touse a rated phone successfully.Trying out the phone with yourhearing device is the best way toevaluate it for your personal needs.M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4meet FCC requirements and arelikely to generate less interferenceto hearing devices than phones thatare not labeled. M4 is thebetter/higher of the two ratings.Hearing devices may also be rated.Your hearing device manufactureror hearing health professional mayhelp you find this rating. Higherratings mean that the hearingdevice is relatively immune tointerference noise. The hearing aidand wireless phone rating valuesare then added together. A sum of 5is considered acceptable fornormal use. A sum of 6 isconsidered for best use.

In the above example, if a hearingaid meets the M2 level rating andthe wireless phone meets the M3level rating, the sum of the twovalues equal M5. This shouldprovide the hearing aid user with“normal usage” while using theirhearing aid with the particularwireless phone. “Normal usage” inthis context is defined as a signalquality that’s acceptable for normaloperation.The M mark is intended to besynonymous with the U mark. The Tmark is intended to be synonymouswith the UT mark. The M and Tmarks are recommended by theAlliance for TelecommunicationsIndustries Solutions (ATIS). The Uand UT marks are referenced inSection 20.19 of the FCC Rules. TheHAC rating and measurementprocedure are described in theAmerican National StandardsInstitute (ANSI) C63.19 standard.

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When you're talking over the cellphone, it's recommended you'd turnthe BT (Bluetooth) mode off forHAC.

For information about hearing aidsand digital wireless phones

FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility andVolume Controlhttp://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html

Gallaudet University, RERChttp://tap.gallaudet.edu/DigWireless.KS/DigWireless.htm

HLAA (Hearing Loss Association ofAmerica)http://www.hearingloss.org/learn/cellphonetech.asp

The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCCOrderhttp://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf

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There are a variety of accessories available for your phone and three easyways 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 WirelessCommunication Stores.

Chargers

Batteries Portable StereoSpeakers

Bluetooth StereoSpeakersUSB Cable

BluetoothStereo LanyardHeadset withMusicController

BluetoothStereo Headset

MusicEssentials Kit

Holster

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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

1. WHAT THIS WARRANTYCOVERS:

LG offers you a limited warrantythat the enclosed subscriber unitand its enclosed accessories willbe free from defects in material andworkmanship, according to thefollowing terms and conditions:

(1)The limited warranty for theproduct extends for TWELVE (12)MONTHS beginning on the dateof purchase of the product withvalid proof of purchase, orabsent valid proof of purchase,FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from dateof manufacture as determined bythe unit's manufacture datecode.

(2)The limited warranty extendsonly to the original purchaser ofthe product and is not assignableor transferable to anysubsequent purchaser/end user.

(3)This warranty is good only to theoriginal purchaser of the productduring the warranty period aslong as it is in the U.S., includingAlaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territoriesand Canada.

(4)The external housing andcosmetic parts shall be free ofdefects at the time of shipment

and, therefore, shall not becovered under these limitedwarranty terms.

(5)Upon request from LG, theconsumer must provideinformation to reasonably provethe date of purchase.

(6)The customer shall bear the costof shipping the product to theCustomer Service Department ofLG. LG shall bear the cost ofshipping the product back to theconsumer after the completion ofservice under this limitedwarranty.

2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOESNOT COVER:

(1)Defects or damages resultingfrom use of the product in otherthan its normal and customarymanner.

(2)Defects or damages fromabnormal use, abnormalconditions, improper storage,exposure to moisture ordampness, unauthorizedmodifications, unauthorizedconnections, unauthorizedrepair, misuse, neglect, abuse,accident, alteration, improperinstallation, or other acts which

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are not the fault of LG, includingdamage caused by shipping,blown fuses, spills of food orliquid.

(3)Breakage or damage toantennas unless caused directlyby defects in material orworkmanship.

(4)That the Customer ServiceDepartment at LG was notnotified by consumer of thealleged defect or malfunction ofthe product during the applicablelimited warranty period.

(5)Products which have had theserial number removed or madeillegible.

(6)This limited warranty is in lieu ofall other warranties, express orimplied either in fact or byoperations of law, statutory orotherwise, including, but notlimited to any implied warranty ofmarketability or fitness for aparticular use.

(7)Damage resulting from use ofnon LG approved accessories.

(8)All plastic surfaces and all otherexternally exposed parts that arescratched or damaged due tonormal customer use.

(9) Products operated outsidepublished maximum ratings.

(10) Products used or obtained in arental program.

(11) Consumables (such as fuses).

3. WHAT LG WILL DO:

LG will, at its sole option, eitherrepair, replace or refund thepurchase price of any unit that doesnot conform to this limited warranty.LG may choose at its option to usefunctionally equivalent re-conditioned, refurbished or newunits or parts or any units. Inaddition, LG will not re-install orback-up any data, applications orsoftware that you have added toyour phone. It is thereforerecommended that you back-upany such data or information priorto sending the unit to LG to avoidthe permanent loss of suchinformation.

4. STATE LAW RIGHTS:

No other express warranty isapplicable to this product. THEDURATION OF ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING THEIMPLIED WARRANTY OFMARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED TO

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THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSWARRANTY HEREIN. LG SHALLNOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OFTHE USE OF THE PRODUCT,INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANYOTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT ORCONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUTOF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TOUSE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANYBREACH OF ANY EXPRESS ORIMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIED WARRANTY OFMARKETABILITY APPLICABLE TOTHIS PRODUCT.Some states do not allow theexclusive limitation of incidental orconsequential damages orlimitations on how long an impliedwarranty lasts; so these limitationsor exclusions may not apply to you.This warranty gives you specificlegal rights and you may also haveother rights which vary from stateto state.

5. HOW TO GET WARRANTYSERVICE:

To obtain warranty service, pleasecall or fax to the followingtelephone numbers from anywherein the continental United States: Tel. 1-800-793-8896 or Fax. 1-800-448-4026

Or visit http://us.lgservice.com.Correspondence may also bemailed to:LG Electronics Service- MobileHandsets, P.O. Box 240007,Huntsville, AL 35824

DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCTTO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Pleasecall or write for the location of theLG authorized service centernearest you and for the proceduresfor obtaining warranty claims.

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EZ Tip CalcFeature for easy bill calculation using thetotal cost, tip, and number of people asvariables.

Advanced Voice Recognition

Feature that allows you to perform awide range of verbal commands bytraining the phone to recognize yourindividual speech patterns.

Bluetooth® wireless technology

Technology used to allow mobile phones,computers, and other personal devicesto be easily coordinated andinterconnected using a short-rangewireless connection.

Get It Now®

Feature that accesses the Internet toprovide the ability to access and evendownload a wide variety of software,information, music, video, and more righton your LG Verizon wireless phone.

microSDTM

Additional external memory for yourmobile phone.

V CASTSM

Feature that is the next generation inwireless technology which transformsyour wireless phone into a portablemusic player and delivers an amazingstreaming mobile video experience. VCAST uses technology that significantlyincreases download capabilities todeliver better graphics, sound and depthand uses the power of broadband so thatyou can download the hottestentertainment, sports highlights, newsand breaking weather to your VerizonWireless V CAST phone. The new VCAST phones provide better imagingcapabilities, mega pixel cameras andvideo cameras, improved audio andexpandable memory storage.

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DTMF

Dual-Tone Multi Frequency (or “touch-tone”) is a method used to communicatekeys pressed on the phone. Pressing akey generates two simultaneous tones,one for the row and one for the columnto determine which key was pressed.

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ERI

Enhanced Roaming Indicator is afeature to indicate whether a mobilephone is on its home system, a partnernetwork, or a roaming network. Manyphones indicate home vs. roaming as anicon, but ERI capable phones can clearlyindicate third “partner network” status.

EVDO

Evolution Data Only or Evolution DataOptimized (abbreviated as EVDO, EV-DO,EvDO, 1xEV-DO or 1xEvDO) provides fastwireless broadband access (3G)anywhere, without needing a WiFihotspot.

GPS

Global Positioning System is a system ofsatellites, computers, and receivers ableto determine the latitude and longitude ofa specific receiver on Earth. Position iscalculated using time and distance.

IS 2000

Type of digital signaling. It's the secondgeneration of CDMA digital cellular, anextension of IS-95. Differences betweensignaling types have to do with pilotsignal and links to provide more trafficchannels, and control protocols.

NAM

Number Assignment Module is how thephone stores the phone number and itselectronic serial number.

SSL

Secure Sockets Layer Protocol used toencrypt data sent over the air.

TTY

Teletypewriter. An electromechanicaltypewriter that either transmits orreceives messages coded in electricalsignals. A phone with TTY support is ableto translate typed characters to voice ortranslate voice into characters to displayon the TTY.

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Accessories 111Alarm Clock 62Alert Sounds 71All 58Answer Options 80Auto NAM 80Auto Retry 81

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Backlight 73Banner 72Battery Charge Level 19Battery Temperature

Protection 18Bluetooth Menu 64

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Calculator 61Calendar 61Call Settings 80Call Sounds 70Call Waiting 21Caller ID 21Card Memory 86Charging the Battery 18Chat 51Clip Board 74Clock Format 74Consumer Information on

SAR 107Contact List 53CONTACTS 53

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Dial Fonts 74Dialed 57Display Settings 72Display Themes 73Drafts 49

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Email 50End Call Options 81Erasing Messages 52Extras 41Ez Tip Calc 63

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FCC Hearing-AidCompatibility (HAC)Regulations for WirelessDevices 108

FDA Consumer Update 97

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Games 39GET IT NOW 27Get New Pictures 35Get New Ringtones 28Glossary 115Groups 54

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Precautions 1In Case of Emergency 55Inbox 47

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Language 76LIMITED WARRANTY

STATEMENT 112Location 76

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Making Calls 19Master Volume 70Memory 85Menus Overview 15MESSAGING 42Missed 56Mobile IM 50MSG Settings 51Music & Tones 27Mute Function 21My Account 59My Music 28My Name Card 56My Number 87My Pictures 36My Ringtones 28My Sounds 32My Videos 36

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Phone Info 87Phone Memory 86Phone Overview 12Phone Settings 74Picture & Video 33Picture Message 44PIX Place 39Power On/Off 72

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Received 57Receiving Calls 20RECENT CALLS 56Record Video 38Redialing Calls 20Removing the Battery 18

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Safety Information 91Save Options 86Screen Icons 20Security 77Sent 48Service Alerts 71Set Shortcut Keys 75SETTINGS & TOOLS 59Signal Strength 19Slide Auto Lock 75Sounds Settings 70Speed Dials 54Standalone Mode 75Stopwatch 62SW/HW Version 87Sync Music 32

System Select 79

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Take Picture 37Technical Details 9TIA Safety Information 88Tools 59Tools on the Go 41Touch Keypad 83TTY Mode 81TXT Message 42

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USB Auto Detection 85

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V CAST Music 27V CAST Videos 33Vibrate Mode 21Video Message 46View Timers 58Voice Commands 21, 59,

76Voice Privacy 83Voicemail 50Volume Quick Adjustment

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