LG 8600 User manual

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Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is
given in this user guide.
WARNING! Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.
1. Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could
cause the battery to explode.
2. Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.
3. Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.
4. Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
5. When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag.
If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously
injured.
6. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
7. Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft, hospital)

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Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions
1. Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high
humidity, such as a bathroom.
2. Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean
your phone. This could cause a fire.
3. Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. It may harm the internal circuit boards of the
phone.
4. Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone may generate sparks.
5. Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it
is loose as it may cause a fire or electric shock.
6. Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as
it may cause electric shock or fire.
7. Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric
shock or seriously damage your phone.
8. Do not disassemble the phone.

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Important Safety Precautions
1. Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or
cause electric shock or fire.
2. Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.
3. Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the
battery. This could cause a fire.
4. Store the battery out of reach of children.
5. Be careful that children do not swallow any parts. This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation
resulting in serious injury or death.
6. Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
7. Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to
products provided by other suppliers.
8. Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or
service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
9. An emergency call can be made only within a service area. For an emergency call, make sure
that you are within a service area and that the phone is turned on.

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Important Safety
Precautions 1
Table of Contents 4
Welcome 7
Important Information 8
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance 8
Industry Canada Compliance 8
Phone Overview 9
Technical Details 10
Technical Details 10
FCC RF Exposure Information 11
Bodily Contact During Operation 11
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna 11
Caution 11
Menus Overview 12
Getting Started with Your
Phone 14
The Battery 14
Installing the Battery 14
Removing the Battery 14
Charging the Battery 14
Battery Charge Level 15
Battery Temperature Protection 15
Turning the Phone On and Off 15
Turning the Phone On 15
Turning the Phone Off 15
Signal Strength 16
Screen Icons 16
Using the Touch Sensitive Keys 16
Making Calls 17
Correcting Dialing Mistakes 17
Redialing Calls 18
Receiving Calls 18
Quick Access to Convenient
Features 19
Vibrate Mode 19
Lock Mode 19
Mute Function 19
Volume Quick Adjustment 19
Call Waiting 20
Caller ID 20
Speed Dialing 20
Using Phone Menus 21
Contacts 21
1. List Entries 21
2. New Entry 22
3. Groups 22
4. Speed Dials 23
5. Voice Dials 23
6. Erase all Contacts 23
Some of contents in this user guide may be different from your phone
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Features
and specifications might be subject to change without prior notice.

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Table of Contents
Call History 24
1. All Calls 24
2. Incoming Calls 25
3. Outgoing Calls 25
4. Missed Calls 25
5. Erase History 26
6. Call Timers 26
Messaging 27
1. Voice Mail 28
2. Text and Multimedia 28
1. Send New 28
2. Inbox 29
3. Outbox/Sent 30
4. Templates 31
5. Drafts 31
6. Saved 31
7. Erase Messages 32
8. Settings 32
9. Memory Info 33
3. Web Alerts 33
4. E-mail 34
5. IM & Chat 34
6. Short Codes 34
SPARK 34
Music & Media 36
1. Music 36
1.1 Music Player 37
1.2 My Music List 37
1.3 Memory Info 37
2. Ringtones 37
3. Wallpaper 37
4. Video 38
5. Camera 38
5.1 Take Photo 38
5.2 Take Video 39
6. My Albums 39
6.1 Sound Album 39
6.2 Picture Album 39
6.3 Video Album 40
6.4 Online Album 40
6.5 External Memory 40
7. TV & Radio 41
8. Memory Info 41
Shop 41
Games 42
Tools & Apps 42
1. Get New 42
2. GPS Services 43
3. Calculator 43
4. Alarm Clock 43
5. Scheduler 44
6. Notepad 44
7. Ez Tip Calc 44
8. World Clock 45
9. Voice Memo 45
Settings 46
1. Sound 47
1.1 Ringers 47
1.2 Keypad 47
1.3 Volume 48
1.4 Alerts 48
2. Display 49
2.1 Banner 49
2.2 Wallpaper 49

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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2.3 Backlight 49
2.4 Keypad Light 50
2.5 Clock Format 50
2.6 Menu Style 50
2.7 Dialing Font 50
3. Games / Tools 50
3.1 Backlight Settings 50
3.2 Volume 50
3.3 Notifications 51
3.4 Others 51
3.5 Memory Info 51
4. Bluetooth®51
4.1 Power 52
4.2 Device List 52
4.3 Discovery Mode 53
4.4 Device Name 53
4.5 Bluetooth Info 53
5. GPS 53
6. Others 53
6.1 Nav. Key Shortcuts 53
6.2 Call Setup 54
6.3 Language 55
6.4 TTY Mode 55
6.5 Data Setup 57
6.6 Memory Info 57
7. S y s t e m 5 8
7.1 Phone Info 58
7.2 System 58
7.3 Security 58
8. Airplane Mode 60
Safety 61
TIA(Telecommunications Industry
Association) Safety Information 61
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal 61
Antenna Care 61
Phone Operation 61
Tips on Efficient Operation 62
Driving 62
Electronic Devices 62
Pacemakers 62
Persons with Pacemakers: 62
Hearing Aids 62
Other Medical Devices 63
Health Care Facilities 63
Vehicles 63
Posted Facilities 63
Aircraft 63
Blasting Areas 63
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere 63
For Vehicles Equipped with an air Bag 64
Charger and Adapter Safety 64
Battery Information and Care 64
Safety Information 65
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards 65
General Warnings and Cautions 66
Important Safety Information 67
Avoiding hearing damage 67
Using your phone safely 67
FDA Consumer Update 68
Consumer Information on SAR 75
Accessories 77
Warranty Information 78
Index 80

Welcome
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Welcome
We're very pleased to offer LG 8600 handset with the state-of-the-art technology and service, Code Division Multiple
Access (CDMA). Please review the following cool features of your phone and make use of them when you carry this
phone.
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microSDTM expansion slot
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Touch Sensitive Keys & Touch Key Lock
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Integrated MP3 Music Player
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Battery Temperature Protection
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Sleek and Compact Design with Intenna(Intenna described as antenna throughout this user guide)
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Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlit LCD with status icons
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Paging, messaging, Voice Mail and Caller ID
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22-button keypad
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Long battery standby and talk time
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Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation and configuration
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Any Key Answer, Auto Answer, Auto Retry, One-Touch Dial and Speed dialing with 99 memory locations
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Bluetooth®wireless technology
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Bilingual capabilities (English and French)

Important Information
This user’s guide provides important information on
the use and operation of your phone. Please read all
the information carefully prior to using the phone for
the best performance and to prevent any damage to
or misuse of the phone. Any unapproved changes or
modifications will void your warranty.
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance
This device and its accessories comply with part 15
of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device and its accessories must accept any
interference received, including interference that
causes undesired operation.
Industry Canada Compliance
This phone complies with Industry Canada RSS 133.
This phone complies with the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions as set out in the interference
causing standard entitled "Digital Apparatus" (ICES-
003) of Industry Canada.
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WELCOME

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Phone Overview
Phone Overview
Earpiece
Flip Open to answer an incoming call and close to end the call.
LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons.
Left Soft Key Use to access the menu assigned to the left screen of the phone.
OK Key Press to select the options of the menus in your phone.
SEND Key Use to place or answer calls.
Vibrate Mode Key Use to set the Vibrate Mode using the key (from standby mode press and
hold for about 3 seconds).
Navigation Keys Use for quick access to Web Browser, Messaging, TELUS mobile Music player, and
Call History.
Right Soft Key Use to access the menu assigned to the right screen of the phone.
CLR Key Deletes single spaces or characters with a quick press. Press and hold to delete entire
words. Press this key once in a menu to go back one level.
PWR/END Key Use to turn the power on/off and to end a call. Also returns to the main menu display
screen.
Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters and select menu items.
Lock Mode Key Use to lock the phone using the key (from standby mode press and hold for
about 3 seconds).
Side Keys Use to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode and the earpiece volume during a call.
Battery Charging Port/ Headset Adapter Port Allows you to charge the battery of your phone or
plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
Side Camera Key Use for quick access to Camera function. You can access the camera with a long
key press while the flip is closed.
Voice Dial Key Use for quick access to Voice Dialing.
microSDTM card slot Insert microSD card for external memory. Use LG-approved microSD card.
Camera Lens Keep it clean for optimal photo quality.

Technical Details
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Technical Details
Technical Details
LG 8600 is an all digital phone that operates on both
Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies:
cellular services at 800 Mhz and Personal
Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 Ghz.
CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS
(Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) that enables
the phone to keep communication from being
crossed and to use one frequency channel by
multiple users in the same specific area. This
results in a 10-fold capacity increase when
compared with analog mode. In addition, features
such as soft / softer handoff, hard Handoff, and
dynamic RF power control technologies combine to
reduce call interruptions.
The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of
MSO (Mobile Switching Office), BSC (Base Station
Controller), BTS (Base station Transmission
System), and MS (Mobile Station). The following
table lists some major CDMA standards.
* TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and
ANSI J-STD-008
1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers
in the wireless section as IS-95. Its battery life is
twice as long as IS-95. High-speed data
transmission is also possible.
CDMA Standard
Basic Air
Interface
TIA/EIA/IS-95A
TSB-74
ANSI J-STD-008
TIA/EIA-IS2000
CDMA Dual-mode Air Interface
14.4kbps radio link protocol and
inter-band operations
IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency band
CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface
MAS-BS
PCSC-RS
Intersystem operations
Non-signaling data comm.
CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air
Interface
1xEVDO Inter-Operability Specification for
CDMA2000 Access Network Interfaces
Recommended Minimum Performance
Standards for CDMA2000 High Rate Packet
Data Access Terminal
Test Application Specification(TAS) for High
Rate Packet Data Air Interface
TIA/EIA/IS-634
TIA/EIA/IS/651
TIA/EIA/IS-41-C
TIA/EIA/IS-124
TIA/EIA/IS-856
TIA/EIA/IS-878
TIA/EIA/IS-866
TIA/EIA/IS-890
TIA/EIA/IS-96-B
TIA/EIA/IS-99
TIA/EIA/IS-637
TIA/EIA/IS-657
IS-801
TIA/EIA/IS-707-A
Speech CODEC
Async Data and Fax
Short message service
Packet Data
Position Determination Service
High Speed Packet Data
Network
Service
1x EVDO
Related
interface
Designator Description

FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating
the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and
Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard
for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated
transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the
safety standard previously set by U.S, Canada and
international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC
guidelines and these international standards.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of
the phone kept 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. To
comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) must be
maintained between the user’s body and the back of the
phone, including the antenna, whether extended or
retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters and similar
accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot
maintain 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distance between the user’s
body and the back of the phone and have not been
tested for compliance with FCC RF exposure limits.
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna
(Optional, if available.)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) must
be maintained between the user / bystander and the
vehicle-mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF
exposure requirements. For more information about RF
exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov.
Caution
Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of
unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call
quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or
result in violation of FCC regulations.
Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes in contact with the skin a
minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a
replacement antenna.
Technical Details
Technical Details
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Menus Overview
Menus Overview
1. Contacts
1. List Entries
2. New Entry
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
5. Voice Dials
6. Erase all Contacts
2. Call History
1. All Calls
2. Incoming Calls
3. Outgoing Calls
4. Missed Calls
5. Erase History
1. All Calls
2. Incoming Calls
3. Outgoing Calls
4. Missed Calls
6. Call Timers
1. Last Call
2. Recent Calls
3. Life Time
4. Data Transferred
5. Connection Time
6. Reset Timer
3. Messaging
1. Voice Mail
2. Text and Multimedia
1. Send New
2. Inbox
3. Outbox/Sent
4. Templates
5. Drafts
6. Saved
7. Erase Messages
8. Settings
9. Memory Info
3. Web Alerts
4. E-mail
Get New
Online E-mail
My Email
5. IM & Chat
Get New
Online IM
6. Short Codes
1. Short Code List
4. SPARK
5. Music & Media
1. Music
1. Music Player
2. My Music List
3. Memory Info
2. Ringtones
3. Wallpaper
4. Video
5. Camera
1. Take Photo
2. Take Video
6. My Albums
1. Sound Album
2. Picture Album
3. Video Album
4. Online Album
5. External Memory
7. TV & Radio
Get New
TELUS mobile radio
8. Memory Info

Menus Overview
Menus Overview
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6. Shop
7. Games
Get New
8. Tools & Apps
Get New
GPS Services
Calculator
Alarm Clock
Scheduler
Notepad
Ez Tip Calc
World Clock
Voice Memo
9. Settings
1. Sound
1. Ringers
2. Keypad
3. Volume
4. Alerts
2. Display
1. Banner
2. Wallpaper
3. Backlight
4. Keypad Light
5. Clock Format
6. Menu Style
7. Dialing Font
3. Games / Tools
1. Backlight Settings
2. Volume
3. Notifications
4. Others
5. Memory Info
4. Bluetooth
1. Power
2. Device List
3. Discovery Mode
4. Device Name
5. Bluetooth Info
5. GPS
1. On
2. Emergency Only(E911)
6. Others
1. Nav. Key Shortcuts
2. Call Setup
3. Language
4. TTY Mode
5. Data Setup
6. Memory Info
7. System
1. Phone Info
2. System
3. Security
8. Airplane Mode
Menu Access
Press Left Soft Key [Menu] to access the nine phone menu items. There are two methods of accessing menus and submenus:
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Use the navigation key to highlight and select, or
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Press the number key that corresponds to the submenu.

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Getting Started with Your Phone
Getting Started with Your Phone
The Battery
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep
the battery charged while not in use in order to
maximize talk and standby time. The battery charge
level is shown at the top of the LCD screen.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery,
insert the battery into the
opening on the back of
the phone.
Removing the Battery
Remove the battery by pressing the upper area of it.
To remove the battery, slide the battery latch to the
left and release the battery.
Charging the Battery
To use the charger provided with your phone:
WARNING! Use only the charger provided with the
phone. Using any charger other than the one included
with LG 8600 may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the end of the adapter into the phone's charger
port and the other end into an electrical outlet.
2. The charge time varies depending upon the battery
level.
Note
It is important to fully charge the battery before initial use of
the phone.

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Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of
the LCD screen. When the battery charge level
becomes low, the low battery sensor alerts you in
three ways: sounding an audible tone, blinking the
battery icon, and displaying an warning message. If
the battery charge level becomes exceedingly low,
the phone automatically switches off and any function
in progress is not saved.
Battery Temperature Protection
If the battery gets overheated, the phone will
automatically turn off. When you turn the phone back
on, a message pops up alerting you that the phone
was powered off for your safety.
Turning the Phone On and Off
Turning the Phone On
1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to
an external power source such as a vehicle
power charger or hands-free car kit.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen
lights up.
Turning the Phone Off
1. Press and hold until the display turns off.
Note
Like any other radio device, avoid any unnecessary contact
with the antenna while your phone is on.
NOTICE
Triangle symbol
should face up.

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Getting Started with Your Phone
Getting Started with Your Phone
Signal Strength
Call quality depends on the signal strength in your
area. The signal strength is indicated on the screen
as the number of bars next to the signal strength
icon: the more bars, the better the signal strength.
If the signal quality is poor, move to an open area.
If you are in a building, the reception may be better
near a window.
Screen Icons
To see the Icon Glossary, go to Menu -> Settings ->
System -> Phone Info -> Icon Glossary.
Using the Touch Sensitive Keys
The LG 8600's unique touchpad looks great and is fun
to use. Get the most out of your LG 8600 touch keys
by following these tips.
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A light touch with clean and dry fingers work best
for the heat sensitive touchpad. Press directly in
the center of the key to activate the key. Using
gloves or a phone case with a protective plastic
covering may make the keypad more difficult to
use.
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Protect your phone from severe impact because
touchpad sensors may become damaged from
harsh use.
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When your LG 8600's screen and touchpad lights
are off, it is deactivated. Simply press the voice
dial key to activate the screen and touch keypad.

Getting Started with Your Phone
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During a call, the touchpad is automatically
deactivated to prevent accidental key presses.
To access phone content while in a call press
Right Soft Key twice to reactivate the keys.
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Keep metal and other conductive material away
from the surface of the touchpad because contact
may cause electronic interference.
Making Calls
1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press
for about 3 seconds.
2. Enter the phone number (include the area code if
needed).
3. Press .
lf the phone is locked, enter the lock code.
Call Failed - indicates the call did not go through.
4. Press to end the call.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
If you make a mistake while dialing a number, press
once to delete the last digit entered or hold
down for at least 2 seconds to delete all digits.

Redialing Calls
1. Press twice to redial the last number you
dialed, received or missed in call history. The last
90 numbers are stored in the call history list and
you can select one of these to redial.
Receiving Calls
1. When the phone rings or vibrates, press to
answer the call. You can also receive a call by
opening the flip if set.
2. Press to end the call.
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Getting Started with Your Phone
Note
If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] while the phone is
ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted for that call.
Note
If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the phone is
ringing, the call will end.

Quick Access to Convenient Features
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Quick Access to Convenient Features
Vibrate Mode
Sets the phone to vibrate instead of ring. To set
Vibrate Mode press and hold for 3 seconds.
To return to Normal Mode, press and hold .
Lock Mode
Sets your phone to require your 4-digit password in
order to use the phone.
To quickly lock your phone press for three
seconds and enter your lock code. To cancel, press
Right Soft Key [Unlock] and enter the password.
Mute Function
The Mute function prevents the other party from
hearing your voice, but allows you to hear the other
party. To quickly activate Mute press Left Soft Key
[Mute], then to cancel press Left Soft Key
[Unmute].
Volume Quick Adjustment
Quickly adjust ringer and earpiece volumes by
pressing the up side volume key to increase and
down side volume key to decrease.
Note
Until you change it, the lock code/password is the last 4
digits of your phone number.
Note
The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during a call and
Key Beep volume can only be adjusted through the menu.

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Call Waiting
Your cellular service provider may offer call waiting.
While a call is in progress, one beep indicates
another incoming call. When call waiting is enabled,
you may put the active call on hold while you answer
the other incoming call. Press to receive a
waiting call then press again to switch between
calls. Check with your service provider for
information about this function.
Caller ID
Caller ID displays the number and/or name of the
incoming call. Check with your service provider to
ensure they offer this feature.
Speed Dialing
Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls
quickly and easily with a few key presses. Speed Dial
number 1 is set to call your Voice Mail.
To dial Speed Dials
For Speed Dials 1 to 9 press and hold the Speed Dial
number.
For Speed Dials 10 to 99 press the first digit, then
press and hold the key of the last digit.
Quick Access to Convenient Features
Quick Access to Convenient Features
Note
Another way to Speed Dial is to enter the speed dial
number(s), then press .