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...and the air bag is deployed, you may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is prohibited. (For example: aircraft) VX8600 1 Violation of the instructions may be seriously injured. ● Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. ● Do not use is given in areas where its use the.../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. ● Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F. ● Do not dispose of your battery near fire...
...and the air bag is deployed, you may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is prohibited. (For example: aircraft) VX8600 1 Violation of the instructions may be seriously injured. ● Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. ● Do not use is given in areas where its use the.../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. ● Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F. ● Do not dispose of your battery near fire...
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..., such as a bathroom. ● Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. It may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone. ● Do not use the plug if it is being charged. This could cause a fire. ● Do not drop, strike,... or shake your phone. ● Do not disassemble the phone. 2 VX8600 Do not use your phone in places with wet hands while it in high explosive areas as it may cause an electric shock or seriously damage...
..., such as a bathroom. ● Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. It may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone. ● Do not use the plug if it is being charged. This could cause a fire. ● Do not drop, strike,... or shake your phone. ● Do not disassemble the phone. 2 VX8600 Do not use your phone in places with wet hands while it in high explosive areas as it may cause an electric shock or seriously damage...
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...calls while charging the phone as it may ...phone, etc.) This could cause a...phone is turned on. This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation resulting in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty. ● An emergency call , make sure that you are within a service area. VX8600... 3 For an emergency call can be applied to avoid electric shock or fire. ● Only use the batteries and chargers provided by other suppliers. ● Only authorized personnel should service the phone... and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may short-circuit the phone...
...calls while charging the phone as it may ...phone, etc.) This could cause a...phone is turned on. This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation resulting in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty. ● An emergency call , make sure that you are within a service area. VX8600... 3 For an emergency call can be applied to avoid electric shock or fire. ● Only use the batteries and chargers provided by other suppliers. ● Only authorized personnel should service the phone... and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may short-circuit the phone...
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... to the default "Arch" theme in the Display Settings menu. If other themes are set, navigating the phone's menus may be different. 4 VX8600 Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions .1 Welcome 7 Important Information 7 Technical Details 8 Phone Overview 11 Right side view 12 Left side view 12 Rear view 12 Menus Overview 13 Getting Started...
... to the default "Arch" theme in the Display Settings menu. If other themes are set, navigating the phone's menus may be different. 4 VX8600 Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions .1 Welcome 7 Important Information 7 Technical Details 8 Phone Overview 11 Right side view 12 Left side view 12 Rear view 12 Menus Overview 13 Getting Started...
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... (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices 111 Accessories 113 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 114 Glossary 116 Index 118 6 VX8600 Bluetooth Menu 83 7.1 Add New Device 84 My Phone Name 84 Power 86 Discovery Mode 86 Supported Profiles 86 Transferring Audio 87 8. Call Settings 78 6.1 ...Auto Retry 79 6.3 TTY Mode 79 6.4 One Touch Dial 81 6.5 Voice Privacy 81 6.6 PC Connections 82 6.7 Ringer ID 82 6.8 Picture ID 82 7. Phone Settings 74 5.1 Standalone Mode 74 5.2 Set Shortcut Key 74 5.3 Voice Commands 75 5.4 Language 75 5.5 Location 75 5.6 Security 76 5.6.1 Lock Mode 76 ...
... (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices 111 Accessories 113 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 114 Glossary 116 Index 118 6 VX8600 Bluetooth Menu 83 7.1 Add New Device 84 My Phone Name 84 Power 86 Discovery Mode 86 Supported Profiles 86 Transferring Audio 87 8. Call Settings 78 6.1 ...Auto Retry 79 6.3 TTY Mode 79 6.4 One Touch Dial 81 6.5 Voice Privacy 81 6.6 PC Connections 82 6.7 Ringer ID 82 6.8 Picture ID 82 7. Phone Settings 74 5.1 Standalone Mode 74 5.2 Set Shortcut Key 74 5.3 Voice Commands 75 5.4 Language 75 5.5 Location 75 5.6 Security 76 5.6.1 Lock Mode 76 ...
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and any accidental damage or misuse. Other trademarks and trade names are owned by LG Electronics is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this guide carefully prior ... standby and talk time ● Easy operation and configuration using the phone to be able to use your phone. Operation is under license. VX8600 7 Any unapproved changes or modifications will void your warranty. Thank you for choosing the VX8600 cellular phone designed to operate with the many advanced features of the CDMA system,...
and any accidental damage or misuse. Other trademarks and trade names are owned by LG Electronics is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this guide carefully prior ... standby and talk time ● Easy operation and configuration using the phone to be able to use your phone. Operation is under license. VX8600 7 Any unapproved changes or modifications will void your warranty. Thank you for choosing the VX8600 cellular phone designed to operate with the many advanced features of the CDMA system,...
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...system and ANSI J-STD-008 1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in applicable area. The following table lists some major CDMA standards. 8 VX8600 This results in the same specific area. Its battery life is twice as long as IS-95. EV-DO system is optimized for data service...Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: Cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz. Technical Details Technical Details The VX8600 is an all digital phone that enables the phone to keep communication from being crossed and to reduce call interruptions.
...system and ANSI J-STD-008 1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in applicable area. The following table lists some major CDMA standards. 8 VX8600 This results in the same specific area. Its battery life is twice as long as IS-95. EV-DO system is optimized for data service...Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: Cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz. Technical Details Technical Details The VX8600 is an all digital phone that enables the phone to keep communication from being crossed and to reduce call interruptions.
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...of this information before operating the phone. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the phone, including the antenna, whether extended or retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and 10 VX8600 similar accessories containing metallic components should ...international standards bodies. Contact your warranty and/or violate FCC regulations. Technical Details FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this phone complies with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of accessories that cannot maintain 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distance ...
...of this information before operating the phone. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the phone, including the antenna, whether extended or retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and 10 VX8600 similar accessories containing metallic components should ...international standards bodies. Contact your warranty and/or violate FCC regulations. Technical Details FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this phone complies with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of accessories that cannot maintain 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distance ...
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...and hold for about 3 seconds). 10. Camera Lens Used to the main menu display screen. 15. VX8600 11 Earpiece 2. SEND Key Use to display the function Message menu. 6. PWR/END Key Use to... an action within a menu. 14. Will also back you to delete entire words. Use LG-approved microSD card. Side Keys Use to Camera function (When the flip is open , Power...Battery Charging Port/ Headset Adapter Port Allows you out of menus, one level at the bottom of your phone or plug in progess. 1. Phone Overview 1 2 3 18 4 10 11 19 12 5 13 6 14 7 15 16 9 17...
...and hold for about 3 seconds). 10. Camera Lens Used to the main menu display screen. 15. VX8600 11 Earpiece 2. SEND Key Use to display the function Message menu. 6. PWR/END Key Use to... an action within a menu. 14. Will also back you to delete entire words. Use LG-approved microSD card. Side Keys Use to Camera function (When the flip is open , Power...Battery Charging Port/ Headset Adapter Port Allows you out of menus, one level at the bottom of your phone or plug in progess. 1. Phone Overview 1 2 3 18 4 10 11 19 12 5 13 6 14 7 15 16 9 17...
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... view Battery latch Slide this latch to the side to fully charge the battery before using the phone for the first time. Battery terminals Left side view Side keys ● In standby mode (opened): Volume of key tone ● In standby mode (closed...earpiece MicroSD™ Slot Right side view Camera key Voice Commands Key Battery Charging Port, Cable Connector, and Headset Adapter Port MicroSD™ Slot 12 VX8600 Holes for a carrying strap Battery Camera Key NOTE NOTE It's important to remove the battery. Battery life and signal strength are significant factors (among ...
... view Battery latch Slide this latch to the side to fully charge the battery before using the phone for the first time. Battery terminals Left side view Side keys ● In standby mode (opened): Volume of key tone ● In standby mode (closed...earpiece MicroSD™ Slot Right side view Camera key Voice Commands Key Battery Charging Port, Cable Connector, and Headset Adapter Port MicroSD™ Slot 12 VX8600 Holes for a carrying strap Battery Camera Key NOTE NOTE It's important to remove the battery. Battery life and signal strength are significant factors (among ...
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... Volume 5. Minute Beep 6.3. Call Connect 6.4. Display Settings 1. Banner 1.1. Backlight 2.1. Answer Options 2. Auto Retry 3. Add New Device 8. Phone Memory 3. Sounds Settings 1. Master Volume 2. Alert Sounds 3.1. Earpiece Volume 6. Service Alerts 6.1. ERI Banner 2. Dial Fonts 6. Voice Commands ... Glossary Some content in this user guide may differ from your phone depending on the phone software. Keypad 3. Phone Settings 1. Edit Code 6.3. TTY Mode 4. PC Connections 14 VX8600 7. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice....
... Volume 5. Minute Beep 6.3. Call Connect 6.4. Display Settings 1. Banner 1.1. Backlight 2.1. Answer Options 2. Auto Retry 3. Add New Device 8. Phone Memory 3. Sounds Settings 1. Master Volume 2. Alert Sounds 3.1. Earpiece Volume 6. Service Alerts 6.1. ERI Banner 2. Dial Fonts 6. Voice Commands ... Glossary Some content in this user guide may differ from your phone depending on the phone software. Keypad 3. Phone Settings 1. Edit Code 6.3. TTY Mode 4. PC Connections 14 VX8600 7. Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice....
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... the Battery Insert the bottom of the battery into the opening on the back of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your LG phone. Plug the charger into the charger port. 2. NOTICE Triangle symbol should face up when inserting the plug into a wall outlet. Attach the charger to left ...side and lift the battery from the battery compartment. Removing the Battery Move the battery latch to the phone. VX8600 15 Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use only an approved charging accessory to charge your...
... the Battery Insert the bottom of the battery into the opening on the back of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your LG phone. Plug the charger into the charger port. 2. NOTICE Triangle symbol should face up when inserting the plug into a wall outlet. Attach the charger to left ...side and lift the battery from the battery compartment. Removing the Battery Move the battery latch to the phone. VX8600 15 Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use only an approved charging accessory to charge your...
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... how much signal strength you make calls by the number of the LCD screen. Enter the phone number. 3. NOTE Your phone has a Voice Commands feature that also lets you have by phone number, name, or location. You can find the battery charge level at the top right...area or, when inside a building, try moving near a window. 16 VX8600 Turning the Phone On and Off Turning the Phone On 1. As the charge level approaches empty, the phone automatically switches off . Turning the Phone Off 1. Make sure the phone is turned on the signal strength in your area. Press . 4. ...
... how much signal strength you make calls by the number of the LCD screen. Enter the phone number. 3. NOTE Your phone has a Voice Commands feature that also lets you have by phone number, name, or location. You can find the battery charge level at the top right...area or, when inside a building, try moving near a window. 16 VX8600 Turning the Phone On and Off Turning the Phone On 1. As the charge level approaches empty, the phone automatically switches off . Turning the Phone Off 1. Make sure the phone is turned on the signal strength in your area. Press . 4. ...
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...hold it down for that call , use Voice Command Key ( ) to turn on your phone. Press twice to delete all the digits. T I P During a call . Receiving Calls 1. Press to Menu -> SETTINGS & TOOLS -> Phone Info -> Icon Glossary on speakerphone mode. NOTE If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] ... a call is ringing, the call . Screen Icons When the phone is only available while a call , press or open the flip. NOTE If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the phone is in progress. Redialing Calls 1. VX8600 17 Speakerphone function is on, the top line of the LCD ...
...hold it down for that call , use Voice Command Key ( ) to turn on your phone. Press twice to delete all the digits. T I P During a call . Receiving Calls 1. Press to Menu -> SETTINGS & TOOLS -> Phone Info -> Icon Glossary on speakerphone mode. NOTE If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] ... a call is ringing, the call . Screen Icons When the phone is only available while a call , press or open the flip. NOTE If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the phone is in progress. Redialing Calls 1. VX8600 17 Speakerphone function is on, the top line of the LCD ...
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...and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted through the Menu. Lock Mode Sets your phone to require your phone press for 3 seconds when the flip is displayed). Mute Function The Mute Function prevents the transmission of your phone number. NOTE Until you change it, the lock code/password is the last 4 digits... to unmute press Left Soft Key [Unmute]. To set Vibrate Mode press and hold the upper side key to return to normal sounds mode. 18 VX8600 NOTE To turn off sounds, press and hold the lower side key for three seconds. To return to Normal Mode, press and hold . Quick Access...
...and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted through the Menu. Lock Mode Sets your phone to require your phone press for 3 seconds when the flip is displayed). Mute Function The Mute Function prevents the transmission of your phone number. NOTE Until you change it, the lock code/password is the last 4 digits... to unmute press Left Soft Key [Unmute]. To set Vibrate Mode press and hold the upper side key to return to normal sounds mode. 18 VX8600 NOTE To turn off sounds, press and hold the lower side key for three seconds. To return to Normal Mode, press and hold . Quick Access...
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... Bluetooth® device for further instructions. Press to receive the waiting call . NOTE Voice Commands can also be started with the designated key on your phone rings. Press the Voice Commands Key ( ) and follow the prompts to do things by verbal command (e.g., make calls, confirm Voicemail, etc...
... Bluetooth® device for further instructions. Press to receive the waiting call . NOTE Voice Commands can also be started with the designated key on your phone rings. Press the Voice Commands Key ( ) and follow the prompts to do things by verbal command (e.g., make calls, confirm Voicemail, etc...
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For Speed Dials 10 to enter the speed dial number(s), then press . 20 VX8600 NOTE Another way to Speed Dial is set to 9 press and hold the key of the last digit. To dial Speed Dials For Speed Dials 1 to call your Voicemail. Speed Dial number 1 is to 99 press the first digit, then press and hold the Speed Dial number. Quick Access to Convenient Features Speed Dialing Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily with a few keystrokes.
For Speed Dials 10 to enter the speed dial number(s), then press . 20 VX8600 NOTE Another way to Speed Dial is set to 9 press and hold the key of the last digit. To dial Speed Dials For Speed Dials 1 to call your Voicemail. Speed Dial number 1 is to 99 press the first digit, then press and hold the Speed Dial number. Quick Access to Convenient Features Speed Dialing Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily with a few keystrokes.
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Entering and Editing Information Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input Type text pressing keys multiple times for words not in the phone's database. 1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode. 2. Press . Use to highlight the special character you want to insert and press to the ... Left Soft Key to change to choose Initial Cap (Word / Abc), Caps Lock (WORD / ABC), and lowercase (word / abc). 22 VX8600 Press Left Soft Key to change to view previous 12. 3. LG is displayed. Press Right Soft Key [Next] to view next 12 symbols or Left Soft Key [Prev] to Symbols mode...
Entering and Editing Information Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input Type text pressing keys multiple times for words not in the phone's database. 1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode. 2. Press . Use to highlight the special character you want to insert and press to the ... Left Soft Key to change to choose Initial Cap (Word / Abc), Caps Lock (WORD / ABC), and lowercase (word / abc). 22 VX8600 Press Left Soft Key to change to view previous 12. 3. LG is displayed. Press Right Soft Key [Next] to view next 12 symbols or Left Soft Key [Prev] to Symbols mode...
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... press . 3. Use to identify the caller calling your changes. Change the entry as you to enter a fax number to the Contact entry. Ringtone Sets the phone to play a designated ringtone to select Mobile 1 / Home / Work / Mobile 2 / Fax, then press . 4. Enter a number (max. 48 digits), then press Left Soft Key... Customizing Individual Entries 1. Press to select an entry. 2. Group Allows you to enter an email address to the Contact entry. 24 VX8600 Storing Basics 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use to exit, [Options]. Use to select the information to organize your...
... press . 3. Use to identify the caller calling your changes. Change the entry as you to enter a fax number to the Contact entry. Ringtone Sets the phone to play a designated ringtone to select Mobile 1 / Home / Work / Mobile 2 / Fax, then press . 4. Enter a number (max. 48 digits), then press Left Soft Key... Customizing Individual Entries 1. Press to select an entry. 2. Group Allows you to enter an email address to the Contact entry. 24 VX8600 Storing Basics 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use to exit, [Options]. Use to select the information to organize your...
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... you press Left Soft Key [Release] to advance to select 2-Sec Pause / Wait, then press . 3. Use to the next number. 2-Sec Pause (P) The phone waits two seconds before sending the next string of numbers to access automated systems such as Voicemail or credit billing numbers. Use to set up... your Speed Dials. 1. VX8600 25 Speed Dial Allows you to select Create New Contact or Update Existing and press . 6. Press Left Soft Key [Save]. 5. Press Right Soft Key...
... you press Left Soft Key [Release] to advance to select 2-Sec Pause / Wait, then press . 3. Use to the next number. 2-Sec Pause (P) The phone waits two seconds before sending the next string of numbers to access automated systems such as Voicemail or credit billing numbers. Use to set up... your Speed Dials. 1. VX8600 25 Speed Dial Allows you to select Create New Contact or Update Existing and press . 6. Press Left Soft Key [Save]. 5. Press Right Soft Key...