LG Vu TV User manual

VU
User Guide

Part 15.21 statement
" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment. "
Part 15.105 statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. if this
equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be
free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions:
(1) The limited warranty for the product extends for ONE (1) year beginning on the data of purchase
of the product.
(2) The limited warranty extends on to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or
transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.
(3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as
long as it is in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and Canada.
(4) The external housing and cosmetic parts shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms.
(5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of
purchase.
(6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of
LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of
service under this limited warranty.
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
(1) Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary
manner.
(2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to
moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair,
misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which are not the
fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping blown fuses spills of food or liquid.
(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
(4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was net notified by consumer of the alleged defect
or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period.
(5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.
(6) The limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by
operations law, statutory or otherwise, including, but limited to any implied warranty of
marketability or fitness for a particular use.
(7) Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories.
(8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to
normal customer use.
(9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings.
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(10) Products used or obtained in a rental program.
(11) Consumables (such as fuses).
3. STATE LAW RIGHTS:
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG INFOCOMM INC. SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS
OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, RISING OUT OF THE USE OF,
OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusive of imitation of incidental
or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
To obtain warranty service, please call the following web address:
www.lgeservice.com

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For Your Safety
Important Information
This user guide contains important information on the use and
operation of this phone. Please read all the information
carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage
to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty
for this equipment.
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not
expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom, swimming pool, etc.
Always store your phone away from heat. Never store your
phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than
32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme
weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to
excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage
and/or catastrophic failure.
Be careful when using your phone near other electronic
devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect
nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You
should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical
devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if
they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.
Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station.
Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will
cause the battery to explode.
IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION on
page 78 before using your phone.
Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be
dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this
user guide.
]Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage
the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to
explode.
]Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
cause the battery to explode.
]Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or
flammable materials.
]Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact
with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
]Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
]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.

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For Your Safety
]Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms
to avoid electric shock or 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 use a hand-held phone while driving.
]Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.
(For example: aircraft).
]Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct
sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a
bathroom.
]Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or
greater than 122°F.
]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 drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such
actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
]Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone
may generate sparks.
]Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling,
or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause
a fire or electric shock.
]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 handle the phone with wet hands while it is being
charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously
damage your phone.
]Do not disassemble the phone.
]Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it
may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or
fire.
]Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by
LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by
other suppliers.
]Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its
accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in
accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
]Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your
body during a call.
]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.

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For Your Safety
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of he 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 skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer
for a replacement antenna.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with
the back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2cm) between the
user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79
inches(2cm) must be maintained between the user's body
and the back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and
similar accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.79
inches(2cm) separation distance between the user's body
and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical
body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure
limits and should be avoided.

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For Your Safety
Vehicle Mounted External Antenna
(optional, if available)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) 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
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
may cause undesired operation.
Cautions for Battery
]Do not disassemble.
]Do not short-circuit.
]Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).]
]Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
]Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to your
local wireless carrier for recycling.
]Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammable
materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
]Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phone
and void your warranty.
]The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor use
only.
Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct sunlight
or use it in places with high humidity, such as the bathroom.

Your Phone
Your Phone
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For Your Safety
1. EARPIECE
2. MAIN LCD
- Top: Signal strength, battery level
and various function
- Bottom: Menu/Dialling/Message/
Phonebook indications
3. SEND KEY
- Dials a phone number and answers
incoming calls.
4. CLEAR KEY
- Deletes a character with each press.
- Uses this key to go back to a previ-
ous screen.
5. END/POWER KEY
- Ends or rejects a call.
- Turns the phone on/off.
6. Antenna
7. CHARGER/CABLE/HANDSFREE
CONNECTOR
8. SIDE KEYS
- When the screen is idle: Volume of
key tone
- In menu: scroll up & down
- During a call: volume of the ear-
piece lock.
9. KEYPAD LOCK/UNLOCK KEY
10. CAMERA KEY
- Press and hold this key to activate
camera.

CAUTIONS FOR TOUCH KEYS
1. Make sure your hands are clean and dry. Remove all moisture from the
surface of your hands or the touch keys in a humid environment.
2. You do not need to press hard on the touch keys to make them work.
Do not subject the product to severe impact, as this may damage the
touch key sensors.
3. Use the tip of your finger to press exactly on the touch key you want,
being careful not to touch the keys for other functions.
4. When both the home screen and touch key lights are off, pressing a touch
key will not turn on the home screen light. Press , then home screen
light will turn back on. (Touch keys do not work when the touch key lights
are off.)
5. Touch keys may not work normally if a mobile phone case or plastic cover is
covering them. Also, touch keys may not work if you are wearing gloves.
6. Keep metal and other conductive materials away from the surface of the
touch keys, as contact with them may result in an error.
7. This phone does not allow to use a pen or a stylus to select menu. If you use
a pen or a stylus, the menus cannot be activated properly. Use the phone by
only finger.
8. Touch key cannot be activated properly in hot and humid environment.
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Your Phone

Installing the SmartChip
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in
SmartChip loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any
optional services available and many others.
nImportant!
The plug-in SmartChip and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or
bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all
SmartChips out of the small children's reach.
1. Remove the battery cover.
Press the battery release latch and lift the battery cover from the bottom of
the phone. And remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery.
Hold the top edge of the battery and lift the battery from the battery
compartment.
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Getting Started
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Getting Started
3. Slide the SmartChip into the SmartChip socket. Make sure that the
SmartChip is inserted properly and that the gold contact area on the card
is facing downwards. To remove the SmartChip, press down lightly and pull
it in the reverse direction.
nNote
When you need to remove the SmartChip, slide it, as shown, and take it out of the
socket.
4. To insert the battery, align the golden contacts of the battery with the
corresponding connectors on the battery compartment. Press down on the
opposite end of the battery until it snaps into place.
5. Attach back cover by sliding it up into position until it clicks.

Charging the Battery
Use of unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and void your war-
ranty.
To use the travel charger provided with your phone:
1. With the battery in position in the phone, connect the lead from the travel
charger to the bottom of the phone. Check that the arrow on the lead con-
nector is facing towards the front of the phone.
2. Connect the travel charger to a standard AC wall outlet. Only use the travel
charger that comes with the package.
nWarning
The travel charger must be unplugged before you remove the battery, otherwise,
the phone could be damaged.
3. When a phone has been charged fully, disconnect the travel charger from
the phone by pulling the connector out.
nNote
]If your phone is powered on while charging, you’ll see the bars on the battery
indicator icon cycle.
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Getting Started
]While a phone is being charged, ‘Charging..’ message is shown in the idle screen.
]When it is completed, ‘Charge complete’ message is displayed in the same place.
If a user cannot see the ‘Charge complete’ message, even if battery icons are
show 3 blocks, it means the phone is not charged fully yet.
If the battery fails to charge completely:
]After turning the phone on and off, please attempt to recharge the battery.
]After detaching and reattaching the battery, please attempt to recharge the
battery.
Turning Your Phone On and Off
1. Hold down the [END] key until the phone switches on.
2. If the phone asks for a PIN, enter the PIN and tap the [OK] key.
nNote
The display language is preset to Automatic at the factory. To change the language,
use the Languages menu, which is located [Setting menu - Display-Languages]
3. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold down the [END] key
until the power-off image displays.
Access Codes
You can use the access codes described in this section to avoid unauthorized
use of your phone. The access codes can be changed by using the Change
Codes feature (Menu 9.6.4).
Security code (4 digits)
The security code protects the unauthorized use of your phone. The default
security code is set to ‘0000’ and the security code is required to delete all
phone entries and to activate the Restore Factory Settings menu. The security
code default setting can be modified from the Security Settings menu.

Making a Call
1. Make sure your phone is powered on.
2. Tap [ ] in the idle screen and enter a phone number including the area
code by tapping the keypad. To edit a number on the display screen, simply
tap the key. to erase one digit at a time.
]Press and hold the key to erase the entire number.
3. Press the [SEND] key to call the number.
4. When finished, press the [END] key.
Making a Call by Send Key
1. Press the [SEND] key, and the most recent Received, Dialed and
missed phone numbers will be displayed.
2. Select the desired number you'd like to call by tapping or scrolling up and
down.
3. Press the [SEND] key.
Making International Calls
1. Tap the [ ] key twice in the keypad and the international access charac-
ter ‘ + ’ will appear.
2. Enter the country code, area code, and the phone number.
3. Press the [SEND] key.
Ending a Call
When you have finished a call, press the [END] key.
General Functions
General Functions
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General Functions
Making a Call From the Contacts
You can store names and phone numbers dialed frequently in the SmartChip as
well as in the phone memory known as the Contacts.
Tap [ ] and search for the desired numbers by selecting name in the con-
tacts and pressing the [SEND] key.
Adjusting the Volume
During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side keys of
the phone.
In idle mode, you can adjust the ring volume using the side keys.
Answering a Call
When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears
on the screen. If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (or
name if stored in your Address Book) is displayed.
1. Press the [SEND] key. If Any Key has been set as the answer
mode([Setting menu-Call-Answer Mode]), any key press will answer a call
except for the key.
2. End the call by pressing the [END] key.
nNote
You can answer a call while using the Address Book or other menu features.
Signal Strength
If you are inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception.
You can see the strength of your signal by the signal indicator on your phone’s
display screen.

Entering Text
You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For exam-
ple, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message, or creating schedul-
ing events in the calendar all require entering text.
The following text input methods are available on the phone.
You can change the text input mode by tapping [Options]-[Text Entry Mode].
You can choose Qwerty Keypad, ABC mode, T9 ABC mode and 123(Numbers)
mode.
You can check the current text input mode in the upper right corner of the
screen.
T9 Mode
This mode allows you to enter words with only one keystroke per letter. Each
key on the keypad has more than one letter. The T9 mode automatically com-
pares your keystrokes with an internal linguistic dictionary to determine the
correct word, thus requiring far fewer keystrokes than the traditional ABC
mode.
The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter words easily with a mini-
mum number of key presses. As you tap each key, the phone begins to display
the characters that it thinks you are typing based on a built-in dictionary. As
new letters are added, the word changes to reflect the most likely candidate
from the dictionary.
Use the Touch keypad keys to enter your text.
1. When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode, start entering a word
by tapping keys to . Press one key per letter.
]The word changes as letters are typed - ignore what’s on the screen until
the word is typed completely.
]If the word is still incorrect after typing completely, press the once
or more to cycle through the other word options.
]If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by chang-
ing [Options]-[Text Entry Settings]-[T9 Dictionary].
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General Functions
2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any keystrokes.
3. Complete each word with a space by tapping the icon .
To delete letters, press . Press and hold down to erase the letters
continuously.
ABC Mode
This mode allows you to enter letters by tapping the key labeled with the
required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.
Use the Touch keypad keys to enter your text.
1. Ta p the key labeled with the required letter:
]Once for the first letter
]Twice for the second letter
]And so on
2. To insert a space, tap the key. To delete letters, press the key.
Press and hold down the key to erase the letters continuously.
nNote
Refer to the table below for more information on the characters available using the
keys.

123 Mode (Numbers Mode)
Type numbers using one keystroke per number. To change to 123 mode in a
text entry field, tap [Options]-[Text Entry Mode]-[123].
nNote
You can select a different T9 language from the menu option. The default setting
on the phone is T9 disabled mode.
The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone
number, for example) more quickly.
T9 dictionary
To use T9 dictionary, tap [Options]-[Text Entry Settings]-[T9 Dictionary].
The T9 dictionary is a feature that allows the user to add any unique or
personal words to the T9 standard language database. Within the T9 diction-
ary function, the user can add, modify, delete or reset personal words.
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Characters in the Order Display
Upper Case Lower Case
. , ' @ ? ! - : / 1 . , ' @ ? ! - : / 1
A B C 2 a b c 2
D E F 3 d e f 3
G H I 4 g h i 4
J K L 5 j k l 5
M N O 6 m n o 6
P Q R S 7 p q r s 7
T U V 8 t u v 8
W X Y Z 9 w x y z 9

In-Call Menu
In-Call Menu
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In-Call Menu
Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a
call.
During a Call
The menu displayed on the handset screen during a call is different from the
default main menu displayed when in idle screen, and the options are described
below.
Swapping Between Two Calls
To switch between two calls, press the right soft key or the [SEND] key, and
then select Swap.
Answering an Incoming Call
To answer an incoming call when the handset is ringing, simply press the
[SEND] key. The handset is also able to warn you of an incoming call while you
are already on a call. A tone sounds in the earpiece, and the display will show
that a second call is waiting. This feature, known as Call Waiting, is only avail-
able if your network supports it.
If Call Waiting is on, you can put the first call on hold and answer the second
call, by pressing the [SEND] key.
Rejecting an Incoming Call
You can reject an incoming call without answering by simply pressing the
[END] key.
During a call, you can reject an incoming call by pressing the [END] key.

Muting the Microphone
You can mute the microphone during a call by tapping the left [Mute] key.
[Mute]. The handset can be unmuted by tapping the left [Unmute] key.
[Unmute]. When the handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you
can still hear the caller.
Using the Speakerphone
You can use the speakerphone during a call by tapping [speakerphone] key
located on the top of the phone. The loudspeaker is automatically deactivated
when you end the call.
nWarning
Due to higher volume levels, don’t place the phone near your ear while the speaker-
phone is enabled.
Video Share Calling
Making and Answering a Video Share Call
You can make and answer a Video Share Call with other 3G video phones. The
other party must have a 3G Video-Share capable phone and be in a video
service 3G coverage area.
nNote
Before you start a Video Share Call you must check the following:
• Phone must be in a AT&T 3G service area.
• Phone needs the presence of ‘GLOBE’ (you can see the on the left hand of
the icon bar on the screen.)
• Select the service via the Video Share menu.
To use Video Share follow these steps:
1. Make a phone call by dialing the number, selecting the number from your
contact list or selecting the number from the list of calls you have made or
received.
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