LG LG-PD8380 User manual

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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Phone Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the Desktop Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Phone Menu Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Battery Information and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Power Save Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Quick Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Additional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
How to enter Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Menu Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
PIMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and
compact PD8380 cellular phone, designed to operate with
the latest digital mobile communication technology, Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Along with the many
advanced features of the CDMA system such as greatly
enhanced voice clarity this phone offers:
Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlight LCD with status
icons.
Paging, messaging, voice mail, and caller ID.
20-key keypad.
Long battery stand-by and talk time.
Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
and configuration.
Any key answer, auto retry, one-touch and speed
dialing with 99 memory locations.
Bilingual (English and Hebrew).
Important Information
This user’s manual 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 void
your warranty.
Check Accessories
Your mobile phone comes with a one-slot desktop
charger and a rechargeable battery. Please verify that
these accessories are included.
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FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before
operating the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of
the United States, with its action in Report and Order
FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for
human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic
energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety standard
previously set by both U.S. and international standards
bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC
guidelines and these international standards.
CAUTION
Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of
unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call
quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or
result in violation of FCC regulations.
Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin a
minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a
replacement of antenna.
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Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the
phone kept 1.5 cm from the body.To comply with
FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 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 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 distance of 8 in (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.
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Icons Descriptions
Displays the strength of the signal received by the
phone and current signal strength is indicated by the
number of bars displayed on the screen.
No service
The phone is not receiving a system signal.
The Silent Mode selected.
The Manner Mode selected.
In Alarm mode (alarm clock is set .
Indicates that a text message or voice mail has been
received
In use
A call is in progress.
*No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.
The Power Mode selected.
The General Mode selected.
Shows your current battery charge strength.
(Icon shown fully charged
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The following shows key components of your mobile
phone.
Headset Jack
Camera
LCD screen
Soft Key 1
Camera Key
Side Keys
CALL Key
Manner Mode
Key
Data/Charger
Port
Soft Key 2
Content Services Key
Navigation Key
END/PWR Key
Clear Key
Alphanumeric
Keypad
Lock Mode Key
Earpiece
Microphone
OK Key
Caller LCD
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Caller LCD When there are incoming calls and
messages, the LCD flashes.
LCD Screen Displays messages & indicator icons.
Soft Key 1
Perfoms variety of functions according to
the menu.
Soft Key 2
Perfoms variety of functions according to
the viewing function.
CALL Allows user to place or answer calls.
END/PWR Used to turn power on/off and to end a
call. Using this key, you can return to the
main menu display screen.
These keys enable you to enter numbers
and characters and choose menu items.
Navigation key : Press to select GPS menu.
: Press to Shortcut menu.
: Press to select Volume/Ringer
menu.
: Press to check the message
Outbox, Inbox.
Soft Keys
(the names of the
functions of these
keys appear at
the bottom of the
screen
Alphanumeric
Keypad
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Clear Key When writing a message, press to delete
a single space or character or press and
hold to delete entire words.
Lock Mode Key
In standby mode, set the lock function
by pressing and holding the key
about 3 seconds.
Manner Mode Key
In standby mode, set the Manner mode
by pressing and holding the key
about 3 seconds.
Side Keys Used to adjust the volume during a call.
Functions same as key when
selecting menus.
In Standby mode:
When the folder is open; adjust the key
volume.
Camera Press to select Camera.
Content Services Key
Press to select Content Services Menu.
OK
Press to select the menu or connect to internet.
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Note: It is important to charge the battery fully before
the initial use of the phone.
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the
battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk
and standby time when using the phone.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into
the opening on the back of the phone.Then push the
battery down until the latch clicks.
Removing the Battery
Turn the power off. Lift the release latch to detach the
battery.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of the
LCD screen.
When the battery charge level becomes low, the low
battery sensor alerts you in three ways: sounding an
audible tone, blinking the battery icon, and displaying
LOW BATTERY WARNING! If the battery charge level
becomes exceedingly low, the phone automatically
switches off and any function in progress is not saved.
Fully Charged Fully Discharged
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The desktop charger has a slot for recharging batteries that
accommodates the phone and battery for charging.
Warning! Use only the desktop charger
provided with the phone. Using any charger
other than the one included with the PD8380
may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.The phone must
be charged from a 120 VAC power source.
2. Insert the phone with an installed battery or the
battery by itself into the slot of the charger.The red
light indicates the battery is charging and the green
light indicates the battery is fully charged.
The charge time varies depending upon the battery
level and the maximum charge time for a fully
discharged battery is 3 hours.
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Names
1. Add New Entry
2. Search
3. Group Settings
4. Group Member
5. Speed Dials
6. Reject List
7. Capacity
8. Delete Names
Messages
1. Create Message
2. Inbox
3. Outbox
4.Voice
5. SMSINFO
6. Archive
7. Drafts
8.Template
9. Delete Messages
1. Del All Inbox
2. Del All Outbox
0. Msg Settings
1. Msg Type
2. Msg Save
3.Vmail Alert
4. Msg Text Color
5.Background
Settings
6. Msg Sign
Call History
1. Dialed Calls
2. Received Calls
3. Missed Calls
4. In-Call Memo
5. Entire History
6. Call Timer
1. All Calls
2. Dialed Calls
3. SMS Sent Num
7. Delete History
1. Delete Outgoing
2. Delete Incoming
3. Delete Missed
4.Delete In-Call
Memo
5. Delete All
Camera
1.Take Photo
2. Motion Shot
3. Sticker Photo
4. Multi Shot
5. Photo Album
6.Video Album
7. Photo Mail
1. New Msg
2. Outbox
3. Draft
4. Settings
8. Camera Settings
1. Shutter Tones
2.Self Timer
Duration
3. Delete Album
Press Left Soft Key Menu. Press to Scroll.
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4. Lock All Album
5. Lock Side Shutter
6. Memory Check
PIMS
1. Reminder
2. Alarm Clock
3. Scheduler
4.To Do
5. Anniversary
6. Memo
7. D-Day Counter
8. Calculator
9. Stop Watch
0.World Time
Sounds
1. Tones
2. Effect Sound
3. Alerts
4.Volume
5.
System Sound Setting
Settings
1. Display
1. Screens
2. Clock/Calendar
3. Exterior Screens
4.Exterior Clock
Type
5. Banner
6.Top Menu Style
7. Menu Color
8.
9. Dialing Font
0. Backlight Settings
*. Exterior Brightness
2. Call Settings
1. Call Divert
2. Call Waiting
3. Security
1. Lock Outgoing
2. Lock Phonebook
3. Lock Message
4. Lock CallHistory
5. Lock Phone
6. Emergency Number
7. Change LockCode
8. Hints on LockCode
4. Phone
1. Answer Mode
2. Entry Method
3.
Memory Management
4. Line Speed
5. Modem/Fax In
6. My Phone Number
7. Phone Info
Services
1. Internet portal
2. Game & Applications
3. Rings & Pics
4. E-MAIL
5.Voice Portal
6.What’s New
7. GPS
8. Offline Bookmark
9. Gallery
Game
1. Zoo zoo club
2. Space ball
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There are a variety of accessories available for your
mobile phone.You can select these options according to
your personal communication requirements. Consult your
local dealer for availability.
Travel Charger
This charger allows you to
charge the battery while away
from home or your office.It
supports standard U.S.AC120
Volt 60 Hz outlets. It takes 5
hours to charge a completely
discharged battery.
Battery
The battery is available for
standard battery charge.
Desktop Charger
The desktop charger allows you
to place the phone in the stand
for charging. It can charge a
completely discharged battery in
3 hours.
Standard
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Cigarette Lighter Charger
You can operate the phone and trickle
charge the phone’s battery from your
vehicle by using the cigarette lighter
charger.
It takes 5 hours to charge a
completely discharged battery.
Hands-Free Car Kit (Portable)
The hands-free car kit enables you to
attach the phone to the power jack in
your car, providing you with hands-
free operation.It can charge a
completely discharged battery in 5
hours.
Headset
The headset connects to your phone
allowing hands-free operation. It
includes earpiece, microphone, and
integrated call answer/termination
button.
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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
●
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.
●
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
activated, you may be seriously injured.
●
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.
●
Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as
rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone,
etc.).This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.
●
Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the
phone may generate sparks.
●
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.
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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.
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GeneralWarnings 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).
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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.
●
The power cord on this product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause
(cancer, and) birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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●Please dispose of your battery properly or take it to
your local wireless carrier for recycling.
●Do not dispose of your battery in fire or with
hazardous or flammable materials.
●Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°
F or greater than 122° F.
●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 short-circuit the battery.
●Keep the battery’s metal contacts clean.
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●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.
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