LG GS500gX User manual

GS500gX USER GUIDE
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
P/N: MSAB0048201 (1.0) G
Installing the SIM card and the handset battery
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription
details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others.
Important! › The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful
when handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children.
Illustrations
Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery.
Remove the back cover.1
Lift battery away.2
Insert the SIM card.3
Insert the battery back.4
Attach the back cover.5
Charge the battery.6
a b c
d e f
Lock/ Unlock key
Earpiece
Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector
Charger, Data cable (USB cable)
TIP: Before connecting the USB cable, wait until the phone
has powered up and has registered on the network.
Call key
Dials a phone number and answers incoming calls.
Multi-tasking key
• When the screen is idle: Press long the MT key to
use Voice Command.
End/ Power key
• Rejects a call.
• Press once to return to the home screen.
• Turns the phone on/off.
Volume keys
• When the screen is idle: Touch tone or ring tone volume,
press long the down key to Silent on/off.
• During a call: earpiece volume.
• When playing a track: controls the volume continuously.
Camera key
• Go to camera menu directly by
pressing and holding the key.
Sweet draw
Press twice to capture the current
image. You can edit the image and
send it in this menu.
Notice : This function may not be
used for infringement upon the
copyright of any third party like the
image of Gallery, Wallpaper, Speed
dial etc.
Phone Components
Calls
Making a call
Touch1 to open the keypad.
Key in the number using the keypad.2
Touch3 to initiate the call.
To end the call, press the4 key.
TIP! To enter + for making an international call, press
and hold .
Press the lock key to lock the touchscreen to prevent
calls being made by mistake.
Making a call from your contacts
From the home screen touch1 to open the
Contacts.
Tap the Name field box on the top of the screen and2
enter the first few letters of the contact you would like
to call using the keypad.
From the filtered list, touch the Call icon next to the3
contact you want to call. The call will use the default
number if there is more than one for that contact.
Or, you can touch the contact name and select the4
number to use if there is more than one for that
contact to use. You can also touch to initiate the
call to the default number.
Answering and rejecting a call
When your phone rings, touch the call key to answer
the call.
To mute the ringing, unlock the phone if it is locked,
then tap . This is useful if you forgot to change your
profile to Silent for a meeting. Touch to reject an
incoming call.
Changing the common call setting
Touch1 Call settings in the SETTINGS tab.
Scroll and touch2 Common settings.
You can drag and click what you need right away in all home screen types.
Widget home screen - When you slide to
on the top left of the screen, the mobile
widget panel appears. When you register
widget by dragging it, the widget is created in
the spot where it was dropped.
Active
Speed dial home screen - When
you slide to , the speed dial
list appears. You can call, send
a message or edit the contact
directly in this home screen.
Active
Livesquare home screen - On the Livesquare screen, You can
easily make a call and send a message to the number allocated
to an avatar. To use the call, messaging or contacts function,
select an avatar and choose the Quick key icon you want to use.
You can drag all of the avatars by six and even send the message
at once.
Active
Quick key icon
Your home screen
TIP! The User Interface
is based on three types
of Homescreen. To swap
between the home screens
just wipe quickly over the
display from left to right, or
from right to left.
Contacts
Searching for a contact
Touch1 Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab.
Touch2 Search.
You see a list of contacts. Typing in the first letter of a3
contact’s name in the Name field will jump the menu
to that alphabetical area of the list.
Adding a new contact
Touch1 Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab and
touch Add contact.
Choose whether to save the contact to your2 Handset
or SIM.
Enter your first and last name.3
You can enter up to five different numbers per contact.4
Add an email address. You can enter up to two5
different email addresses per contact.
Assign the contact to one or more groups and others.6
Touch7 Save to save the contact.
Changing your contact settings
You can adapt your contact settings so that your
Contacts suits your own preferences.
Touch Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab and touch
Settings.
Social network services (SNS)
Your GS500gX has SNS that lets you enjoy and manage
your social network.
NOTE: An additional costs may be incurred when
connecting and using online services. Check your data
charges with your network provider.
Touch Social network menu and select a site.
TIP! Facebook is a native application preloaded into your
phone, and easy to access. Twitter is a java application
based on Java technology. Other applications access to
the WAP(Wireless Application Protocol) services.
Entering text
There are five ways to enter text:
Keypad,Keyboard,Handwriting-Screen,Handwriting-
Box,Handwriting-Double Box.
You can choose your input method by tapping and
Input method.
Touch to turn on T9 mode. This icon is only
shown when you choose Keypad as the input method.
Touch to choose the writing language.
Touch to change between numbers, symbols and
text input.
Use Shift key to change between capital or lowercase
input.
Handwriting recognition
In Handwriting mode you simply write on the screen and
your GS500gX will convert your handwriting into your
message. Select Handwriting-Screen or Handwriting-
Box according to your preferred view.
Setting up your email
Touch E-mail in the COMMUNICATION tab.
If the email account is not set up, start the email set up
wizard and finish it.
You can check and edit settings by selecting . You
can also check the additional settings that were filled in
automatically when you created the account.
Changing your email settings
Touch1 E-mail in the COMMUNICATION tab.
Touch2 and select E-mail settings.
Changing your text message settings
Touch Messaging in the COMMUNICATION tab and
touch Settings. Select Text message.
Text message centre - Enter the details of your message
centre.
Delivery report - Slide the switch left to receive
confirmation that your messages have been delivered.
Validity period - Choose how long your messages are
stored at the message centre.
Message types - Convert your text into Text, Voice, Fax,
X.400 or E-mail.
Character encoding - Choose how your characters are
encoded. This impacts the size of your messages and
therefore data charges.
Send long text as - Choose to send long messages as
Multiple SMS or as an MMS.
Changing your multimedia message settings
Touch Messaging in the COMMUNICATION tab. Scroll
and choose Settings and Multimedia message.
Retrieval mode - Choose between Home network or
Roaming network. If you then choose Manual you
will receive only notifications of MMS and you can then
decide whether to download them in full.
Delivery report - Choose to request and/or allow a
delivery report.
Read reply - Choose to request and/or allow a reply.
Priority - Choose the priority level of your MMS.
Validity period - Choose how long your message is
stored at the message centre.
Slide duration - Choose how long your slides appear
on the screen.
Creation mode - Choose your message mode.
Delivery time - Choose how long to wait before a
message is delivered.
Multi msg centre - Choose one from the list or add a
new message centre.
Camera
Taking a quick photo
Press the1 key on the right side of the phone.
When the camera has focused on your subject, touch 2
the on the right-center of the screen to take a
photo. You can also press the key on the side of
the phone firmly.
TIP! To switch to the camera mode or video mode, slide
up/down the camera or video icon on the centre-right
of the viewnder.
Once you’ve taken the photo
Your captured photo will appear on the screen. The
name of the image runs along the bottom of the screen
together with eight icons down the left and right sides.
Touch to send the photo as a message, email, via
Bluetooth or Blogger
Touch to set a Home Screen, Contacts, Startup,
Shutdown image.
Touch to edit the photo.
Touch to rename the photo.
Touch to return to the previous menu.
Touch to delete the image.
Touch to take another photo immediately. Your
current photo will be saved.
Touch to view a gallery of your saved photos.
Using the advanced settings
From the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced
settings options.
You can change the camera setting by scrolling the
wheel. After selecting the option, touch the OK button.
Video camera
Making a quick video
Press the camera key on the right side of the phone for1
a few seconds.
TIP! To switch to the camera mode or video mode, slide
up/down the camera or video icon on the right centre of
the viewfinder.
Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards2
the subject of the video.
Press the camera key3 on the phone once to start
recording. Or touch the red dot .
4 Rec will appear at the bottom of the viewfinder with
Add writing to the picture.
Decorate your photo with stamps. Choose from the
different stamps and colours and touch your photo
where you want to place them.
Erase whatever you draw. You can also select the
eraser size.
Touch to return to the gallery.
Save the changes you have made to the photos.
Select to save the changes over the Original file,
or as a New file. If you select New file, enter a file
name.
Undo the last effect or edit you made to the photo.
Touch to open further effect options including
Rotate.
Touch to open the Filter options.
You can adjust the selected photo.
Music
To access the music player, touch then select Music
from ENTERTAINMENT tab. From here, you can access a
number of folders:
Recently played - Plays the songs you have played
recently.
All tracks - Contains all the songs you have on your
phone except the pre-loaded default music.
Artists - Browse through your music collection by artist.
Albums - Browse through your music collection by
album.
Genres - Browse through your music collection by genre.
Playlists - Contains all the playlists you have created.
Ringtone creator - You can edit the song and save it if
yon want to set ringtone. It can be found in profile menu
of settings.
Shuffle tracks - Play your tracks in a random order.
a timer at the bottom showing the length of the video.
To pause the video, touch5 and resume by selecting
.
Touch6 on screen or press the a second time to
stop recording.
After making a video
A still image representing your captured video will
appear on the screen. The name of the video runs along
the bottom of the screen together with eight icons down
the left and right sides .
Touch to play the video.
Touch to send the video as a Message, Email,
Bluetooth or YouTube.
Touch to edit the video.
Touch to rename the video.
Touch to return to the previous menu.
Touch to delete the video you have just made and
confirm by touching Yes . The viewfinder will reappear.
Touch to shoot another video immediately. Your
current video will be saved.
Touch to view a gallery of saved videos and images.
Your photos and videos
Viewing your photos and videos
Touch1 on the camera preview screen.
Your gallery will appear on the screen.2
Touch the video or photo to open it fully.3
Editing your photos
Open the photo you’d like to edit and touch1 to
bring up the options.
Touch the icons to alter your photo:2
Move your finger across the screen to select the area.
Draw something on your photo freehand. Select the
line thickness from the four options, then the colour
you want to use.
Facebook (Continued SNS)
Home: Log in and you will see your friend’s updated
status. Input your comment about new status or check
others.
Profile: You can select the Wall > Status updates and
write the current status. See your info detail and upload
the photo by touching Album > Upload Photo.
Friends: Search your friends in facebook by selecting
Search tap.
Message: You can see the Inbox/Sent folder, and write a
facebook message.
TIP! Using Facebook Feed Widget
Drag the facebook feed widget from widget tray and
touch OK.
If the facebook widget registered on home screen, it
will show latest 3 feeds from your SN site. You can also
access the facebook application directly by touching up
the feed widget.
Messaging
Your GS500gX combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive
and easy-to-use menu.
Sending a message
Touch1 Messaging in the COMMUNICATION tab.
And touch New message to begin composing a new
message.
Touch2 Insert to add an image, video, sound, template
and so on.
Touch3 Recipient at the bottom of the screen to enter
the recipients. Then enter the number or touch to
select a contact. You can even add multiple contacts.
Touch4 Send when ready.
WARNING: If an image, video or sound is added
to an SMS it will be automatically converted to an MMS
and you will be charged accordingly.

PC Suite
You can synchronise your PC with your phone. This will
ensure all your important details and dates match, and
also act as a back up to help put your mind at ease.
Installing the LG PC Suite on your computer
From the home screen, touch1 and then click
Connectivity.
Select2 USB connection and click PC Suite.
Connect handset and PC via USB cable and wait for3
a while.
Installation guide message will be displayed.4
Click the download button to directly download the LG5
PC Suite program from the internet.
Click on the LG PC Suite Installer which will appear on6
your screen.
Connecting your phone and PC
Select PC Suite mode in Connectivity menu and then1
connect the USB cable to your phone and your PC.
LG PC Suite will be automatically activated on your PC.2
Your phone and PC are now connected.3
Music Sync
This menu lets you add music to your GS500gX. Before
you start transferring music from your PC to your phone,
make sure your computer has the following set-up and
accessory is at hand:
Microsoft Windows XP or Vista›
Windows Media Player 10 or above›
USB data cable›
microSD card (If you wish to use external memory as›
the music storage.)
WARNING
Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer.
Transferring music using Windows Media
Player
From the home screen select1 , then scroll through
Connectivity in the Settings tab.
Select2 USB connection mode and choose Music sync.
Connect your handset and PC using a compatible3
USB cable.
When you try to connect the handset to your PC, your4
handset will read: “Music Sync“ followed by Connected.
The PC will prompt you to launch your preferred music5
management software.
Select Window Media Player.6
Go to the Sync Tab, then drag and drop the music7
you wish to transfer to your handset into the Sync
List panel.
Click on the8 Start Sync button. This starts the transfer
process.
WARNING
Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer.
The web
Browser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games,
music, news, sport, entertainment and more, straight to
your mobile phone.
Accessing the web
From the home screen select1 then scroll to
Browser on the UTILITIES tab.
To go to the browser home page, select2 Home.
Alternatively, select Enter address and type in the
URL, followed by Connect.
NOTE: You will incur extra cost by connecting to these
services and downloading content. Check data charges
with your network provider.
Access to Google Service
You can launch google services in this application. Touch
Google in the Utilities tab.
Sending and receiving files using Bluetooth
To send a file:
Open the file you want to send, typically this will be a1
photo, video or music file.
Choose2 Send. Choose Bluetooth.
If you have already paired the3 Bluetooth device,
your GS500gX will not automatically search for other
Bluetooth devices. If not, your GS500gX will search for
other Bluetooth enabled devices within range.
Choose the device you want to send the file to.4
Your file will be sent.5
To receive a file:
To receive files, your Bluetooth must be both1 ON and
Visible. See Changing your Bluetooth settings below
for more information.
A message will prompt you to accept the file from the2
sender. Touch Yes to receive the file.
You will see where the file has been saved. For3
image files, you can choose to View the file or Use
as wallpaper. Files will usually be saved to the
appropriate folder in My stuff.
Changing your Bluetooth settings:
Touch Bluetooth in the SETTINGS tab. And select
and choose Settings.
Pairing with another Bluetooth device
By pairing your GS500gX and another device, you can set
up a passcode protected connection.
Check that your Bluetooth is1 ON and Visible. You can
change your visibility in the Settings menu.
Touch2 Search.
Your GS500gX will search for devices. When the search3
is completed, Refresh will appear on screen.
Choose the device you want to pair with and enter the4
passcode, then touch OK.
Your phone will then connect to the other device, on5
which you will need to enter the same passcode.
Your passcode protected Bluetooth connection is6
now ready.
air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Charger and Adapter Safety
• The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only.
• Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct
sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such
as a bathroom.
Battery Information and Care
• Please dispose of your battery properly or take it to your
local wireless carrier for recycling.
• Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or
flammable materials.
• Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage
the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery
to explode.
• The battery does not need to be fully discharged before
recharging.
• Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your phone
model since they are designed to maximize battery life.
• Do not disassemble or shortcircuit the battery.
• Keep the battery’s metal contacts clean.
• Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable
performance. The battery can be recharged several
hundred times before replacement.
• Recharge the battery after long periods of non-use to
maximize battery life.
• Battery life will vary due to usage patterns and
environmental conditions.
• Use of extended backlighting, MiniBrowser, and data
connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby times.
Safety Information
Please read and observe the following information for safe
and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage.
Also, keep the user’s guide in an accessible place at all the
times after reading it.
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards
• Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning
storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s
teeth, nails, come into contact with the battery. There is a
risk of this causing a fire.
• Do not use harsh chemicals(such as alcohol, benzene,
thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone.There is a
risk of this causing a fire.
• Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is
being charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously
damage your phone.
• Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such
actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
• Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust
and keep the minimum required distance between the
power cord and heat sources.
• Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone, and
clean the power plug pin when it is dirty.
• 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.
• When using the power plug, ensure that it is firmly
connected. If it is not, it may cause excessive heat or fire.
• Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not
allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire
or electric shock.
• Do not disassemble the phone.
• Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone
as it may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric
shock or fire.
• If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without covering
the receptacle of the phone (power plug pin), metallic
articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may short-circuit
the phone. Always cover the receptacle when not in use.
• Do not short-circuit the battery. Metallic articles such as
a coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may short-
circuit the + and – terminals of the battery (metal strips
on the battery) upon moving. Short-circuit of the terminal
may damage the battery and cause an explosion.
• Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
cause the battery to explode.
General Warnings and Cautions
• Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by
LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided
by other suppliers.
• Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
• Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your
mouth may cause serious injury.
• Do not place items containing magnetic components
such as a credit card, phone card, bank book or subway
ticket near your phone. The magnetism of the phone may
damage the data stored in the magnetic strip.
• Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your
body during a call.
• Talking on your phone for a long period of time may
reduce call quality due to heat generated during use.
• When the phone is not used for a long period time, store it
in a safe place with the power cord unplugged.
• Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment (i.e.,
TV or radio) may cause interference to the phone.
• Only authorized personnel should service the phone and
its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in
accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
• Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a
damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn.
Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace
the damaged antenna.
• Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.
(For example: aircraft)
• Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, turn
it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone
does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Center.
• Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets, with
caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do
not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
Warning! Important Safety Information
Avoiding hearing damage
Permanent hearing loss may occur if you use your phone
and/or headset at a high volume. Set the volume to a
safe level. You can adapt over time to a higher volume of
sound that may sound normal but can be damaging to your
hearing. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled
speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked. The
louder the volume, the less time is required before your
TIA(Telecommunications
Industry Association) Safety Information
The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for
wireless handheld phones.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal
Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low power radio
transmitter and receiver.When it is ON, it receives and also
sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signals. In August, 1996,
the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld
wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international
standards bodies:
• ANSI C95.1 (1992) *
• NCRP Report 86 (1986)
• ICNIRP (1996)
• Health Canada, Safety Code 6, 1999.
Those standards were based on comprehensive and
periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For
example, over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from
universities, government health agencies, and industry
reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI
Standard (C95.1). The design of your phone complies with
the FCC guidelines, IC Regulations (and those standards).
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorised antennas, modifications, or attachments could
damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations.
Phone Operation
NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any
other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over
your shoulder.
Tips on Efficient Operation
For your phone to operate most efficiently:
Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is
in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may
cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than
otherwise needed.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of ireless phones
in the areas where you drive and always obey them.
Also, if using your phone while driving, please observe
the following:
• Give full attention to driving -- driving safely is your first
responsibility;
• Use hands-free operation, if available;
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a
call if driving conditions or the law so require.
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be
shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends
that a minimum separation of six inches be maintained
between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent
research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology
Research.
Persons with Pacemakers:
• Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from
their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON;
• Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
• Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the
potential for interference;
• Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any
reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some
hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may
want to consult your service provider (or call the customer
service line to discuss alternatives.) Optional for each phone
manufacturer.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be
able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the
manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.
You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment
that has been added to your vehicle.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices
so require.
Aircraft
FCC and Transport Canada regulations prohibit using your
phone while in the air. Switch OFF your phone before
boarding an aircraft.
Blasting Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your
phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted:“Turn
off two-way radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere
Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,
but not always marked clearly. Potential areas may include:
fueling areas (such as gasoline stations); below deck on
boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles
using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane);
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as
grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where you
would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects,
including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in
the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If
in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the
hearing could be affected. Hearing experts suggest that to
protect your hearing:
• Limit the amount of time you use your phone and/or
headset at high volume.
• Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy
surroundings.
• Turn the volume down if you can’t hear people speaking
near you.
For information about how to set a maximum volume limit
on your phone, see the features guide for your phone.
Using your phone safely
Use of your phone while operating a vehicle is not
recommended and is illegal in some areas. Be careful and
attentive while driving. Stop using your phone if you
find it disruptive or distracting while operating any type
of vehicle or performing any other activity that requires
your full attention.
FDA Consumer Update
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for
Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on
Mobile Phones:
1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that
any health problems are associated with using wireless
phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones
are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of
radiofrequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while
being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when
in the Main Menu Screen. Whereas high levels of RF can
produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to
low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes
no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low
level RF exposures have not found any biological effects.
Some studies have suggested that some biological effects
may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by
additional research. In some cases, other researchers have
had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in determining
the reasons for inconsistent results.
2. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of
wireless phones?
Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of
radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless
phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or
medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take
action if wireless phones are shown to emit radiofrequency
energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In
such a case, the FDA could require the manufacturers of
wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and
to repair, replace, or recall the phones so that the hazard
no longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA
regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the wireless phone
industry to take a number of steps, including the following:
• Support needed research into possible biological effects of
RF of the type emitted by wireless phones.
• Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF
exposure to the user that is not necessary for device
function; and cooperate in providing users of wireless
phones with the best possible information on possible
effects of wireless phone use on human health.
The FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the
federal agencies that have responsibility for different aspects
of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level.
The following agencies belong to this working group:
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
• Environmental Protection Agency
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• National Telecommunications and Information
Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some
interagency working group activities, as well. The FDA shares
regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that
are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety
guidelines that limit RF exposure. The FCC relies on the
FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about
wireless phones. The FCC also regulates the base stations
that the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these
base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless
phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from
these base stations are typically thousands of times lower
than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations
are thus not the subject of the safety questions discussed
in this document.
3. What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?
The term “wireless phone” refers here to handheld wireless
phones with built-in antennas, often called “cell”, “mobile”, or
“PCS” phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the
user to measurable radiofrequency energy (RF) because of
the short distance between the phone and the user’s head.
These RF exposures are limited by FCC safety guidelines that
were developed with the advice of the FDA and other federal
health and safety agencies. When the phone is located
at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is
drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decreases
rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so
called “cordless phones,”which have a base unit connected
to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far
lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures far below
the FCC safety limits.
4. What are the results of the research done already?
The research done thus far has produced conflicting results,
and many studies have suffered from flaws in their research
methods. Animal experiments investigating the effects
of radiofrequency energy (RF) exposures characteristic of
wireless phones have yielded conflicting results that often
cannot be repeated in other laboratories. A few animal
studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could
accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals.
However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor
development used animals that had been genetically
engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as
to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF
exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up
to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the
conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we
don’t know with certainty what the results of such studies
mean for human health. Three large epidemiology studies
have been published since December 2000. Between them,
the studies investigated any possible association between
the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer,
glioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the
brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None
of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful
health effects from wireless phone RF exposures. However,
none of the studies can answer questions about long-term
exposures, since the average period of phone use in these
studies was around three years.
5. What research is needed to decide whether RF
exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk?
A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological
studies of people actually using wireless phones would
provide some of the data that are needed. Lifetime animal
exposure studies could be completed in a few years.
However, very large numbers of animals would be needed
to provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if
one exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that is
directly applicable to human populations, but 10 or more
years follow-up may be needed to provide answers about
some health effects, such as cancer.This is because the
interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing
agent and the time tumors develop — if they do — may
be many, many years.The interpretation of epidemiological
studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF
exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones. Many
factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which
the phone is held, or which model of phone is used.
6. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the
possible health effects of wireless phone RF?
The FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology
Program and with groups of investigators around the world
to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to
address important questions about the effects of exposure
to radio frequency energy (RF). The FDA has been a leading
participant in the World Health Organization International
Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception
in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the
development of a detailed agenda of research needs that
has driven the establishment of new research programs
around the world. The project has also helped develop
a series of public information documents on EMF issues.
The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet
Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research and
Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless
phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific oversight,
obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and
academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted
through contracts with independent investigators. The initial
research will include both laboratory studies and studies of
wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad
assessment of additional research needs in the context of
the latest research developments around the world.
7. How can I find out how much radio frequency energy
exposure I can get by using my wireless phone?
All phones sold in the United States must comply with
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines
that limit radio frequency energy (RF) exposures. The FCC
established these guidelines in consultation with the FDA
and the other federal health and safety agencies. The FCC
limit for RF exposure from wireless telephones is set at a
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6
W/kg). The FCC limit is consistent with the safety standards
developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering (IEEE) and the National Council on Radiation
Protection and Measurement. The exposure limit takes into
consideration the body’s ability to remove heat from the
tissues that absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set
well below levels known to have effects. Manufacturers of
wireless phones must report the RF exposure level for each
model of phone to the FCC. The FCC website (http://www.
fcc.gov/oet/ rfsafety) gives directions for locating the FCC
identification number on your phone so you can find your
phone’s RF exposure level in the online listing.
8. What has the FDA done to measure the radio
frequency energy coming from wireless phones?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is
developing a technical standard for measuring the radio
frequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones
and other wireless handsets with the participation and
leadership of FDA scientists and engineers. The standard,
“Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial-
Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human Body
Due to Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental
Techniques,” sets forth the first consistent test methodology
for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads
of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-
simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test
methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency
of measurements made at different laboratories on the same
phone. SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy
absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a small part
of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or milliwatts/g) of
matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a
wireless phone complies with safety guidelines.
9. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio
frequency energy from my wireless phone?
If there is a risk from these products — and at this point we
do not know that there is — it is probably very small. But if
you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you
can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to
radio frequency energy (RF). Since time is a key factor in how
much exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of
time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure.
If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless
phone every day, you could place more distance between
your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure
level drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you
could use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from
your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote
antenna. Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that
wireless phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about
the RF exposure from these products, you can use measures
like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from
wireless phone use.
10. What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of
wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you
want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency
energy (RF), the measures described above would apply to
children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing
the time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance
between the user and the RF source will reduce RF exposure.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments
have advised that children be discouraged from using
wireless phones at all. For example, the government in
the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a
recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no
evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain
tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit
wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary;
it was not based on scientific evidence that any health
hazard exists.
11. What about wireless phone interference with medical
equipment?
Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can
interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, the
FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure
electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac
pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones.
This test method is now part of a standard sponsored
by the Association for the Advancement of Medical
instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by
the FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other
groups, was completed in late 2000. This standard will
allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and
defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. The FDA has
tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless
phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored
by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
This standard specifies test methods and performance
requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that
no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible”
phone and a “compatible” hearing aid at the same time.
This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA
continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible
interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful
interference be found to occur, the FDA will conduct testing
to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.
12. Where can I find additional information?
For additional information, please refer to the following
resources:
FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/
cellphones/)
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety
Program (http://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/peh-emf/en/)
National Radiological Protection Board (UK) (http://www.
hpa.org.uk/radiation/)
Consumer Information on SAR (Specific Absorption Rate)
This Model Phone Meets the Government’s Requirements
for Exposure to Radio Waves. Your wireless phone is a radio
transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured
not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio
frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications
Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits are part
of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels
of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are
based on standards that were developed by independent
scientific organizations through periodic and thorough
evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a
substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all
persons, regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a
unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate,
or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6 W/kg*. Tests
for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions
specified by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its
highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands.
Although SAR is determined at the highest certified power
level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can
be well below the maximum value. Because the phone is
designed to operate at multiple power levels to use only
the power required to reach the network, in general, the
closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower
the power output.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public,
it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not
exceed the limit established by the government-adopted
requirement for safe exposure.The tests are performed in
positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the
body) as required by the FCC for each model.
The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested
for use at the ear is 1.25 W/kg and when worn on the body,
as described in this user guide, is 1.22 W/kg (body-worn
measurements differ among phone models, depending
upon available accessories and FCC/IC requirements).
While there may be differences between SAR levels of
various phones and at various positions, they all meet the
government requirement for safe exposure. The FCC has
granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone
with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with
the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR information on this
model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under
the Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid
after searching on FCC ID BEJGS500G. Additional information
on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the
Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA)
website at http://www.ctia.org.
* In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile
phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged
over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a
substantial margin of safety to give additional protection
for the public and to account for any variations in
measurements.
Transferring music to your phone
The easiest way to transfer music to your phone is via
Bluetooth or the data cable.
You can also use LG PC Suite. To transfer music using
Bluetooth:
Make sure both devices have Bluetooth switched on1
and are connected to each other.
Select the music file in the other device and select2
send via Bluetooth.
When the file is sent, you will have to accept it on your3
phone by touching Yes .
The file should appear in4 Music > All tracks.
Multimedia
You can store multimedia files in your phone’s memory
so you have easy access to all your pictures, sounds,
videos and games. You can also save your files to a
memory card. Using a memory card allows you to free up
space in your phone’s memory.
To access the Multimedia menu, touch select My
stuff from ENTERTAINMENT tab. You can open a list of
the folders that store all your multimedia files.
Games and Applications
You can download new games and applications to your
phone to keep you enjoy.
FM Radio
Your LG GS500gX has an FM radio feature so you can
tune to your favourite stations to listen on the move.
NOTE: You will need to attach your headphone to listen
to the radio. Insert it into the headphone socket.
Searching for stations
You can tune your phone to radio stations by searching
them either manually or automatically. They will then be
saved to specific channel numbers, so you don‘t have to
keep re-tuning. You must first attach the headset to the
phone as this acts as the antenna.
To auto tune:
Scroll and touch1 FM radio in the ENTERTAINMENT tab,
then .
Touch2 Auto scan. A confirmation message appears.
Select Ye s, then the stations will be automatically
found and allocated to a channel in your phone.
NOTE: You can also manually tune to a station by
using and displayed in the centre of the screen.
If you press and hold and , the stations will be
automatically found.
UTILITIES
Adding an event to your calendar
Touch1 Organizer in the UTILITIES tab and select
Calendar.
Select the date you would like to add an event to.2
Touch3 then Add event.
Setting your alarm
Touch1 Alarms in the UTILITIES tab. Widget alarm
should appear in the list as default and you can not
delete it.
Touch2 New alarm.
Voice recorder
Use your voice recorder to record voice memos or other
audio files.
Touch Voice recorder in the UTILITIES tab.
Using your calculator
Touch1 Tools in the UTILITIES tab.
Select2 Calculator.
Converting a unit
Touch1 Tools in the UTILITIES tab.
Select2 Unit converter.
Settings
Personalising your profiles
You can quickly change your profile by touching the
Home screen.
You can personalize each profile setting using the
settings menu.
Touch1 Profiles in the SETTINGS tab.
Choose the profile you want to edit.2
You can then change all the sounds and alert options3
available in the list, including your Ringtone and
Volume, Message tone settings and more.
Changing your screen settings
From the home screen, select then scroll to Screen
settings on the SETTINGS tab.
Changing your phone settings
Use the freedom of adapting the GS500gX to your own
preferences.
From the home screen, select then scroll to Phone
settings on the SETTINGS tab.
Changing your touch settings
From the home screen select then scroll to Phone
settings on SETTINGS tab.
Changing your connectivity settings
Your connectivity settings have already been set up by
your network operator, so you can enjoy your new phone
immediately. To change any settings, use this menu:
Touch Connectivity in the SETTINGS tab.
Using memory manager
From the home screen select then scroll to Phone
settings on the SETTINGS tab. Select Memory info.
Using flight mode
Turn flight mode on by selecting then Settings.
Touch Profiles and select Flight mode.
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