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This handset is not recommended for blind disability person due to touch screen keypad. BL40 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.
This handset is not recommended for blind disability person due to touch screen keypad. BL40 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.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact BL40 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.
Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact BL40 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.
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Contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use 8 Getting to know your phone 19 Open view 21 Installing the USIM and battery 22 Charging your phone 24 Memory card 25 Installing a memory card 25 Formatting the memory card 26 Transferring your contacts 26 Menu map 27 Your home screen 28 Touch ...
Contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use 8 Getting to know your phone 19 Open view 21 Installing the USIM and battery 22 Charging your phone 24 Memory card 25 Installing a memory card 25 Formatting the memory card 26 Transferring your contacts 26 Menu map 27 Your home screen 28 Touch ...
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... Flash contents 87 Viewing an SWF/ SVG file 87 Documents 87 Viewing a file 87 Transferring a file to your phone�� 88 Others 88 Creating a movie 88 Music 89 Transferring music onto your phone 90 Playing a song 90 Creating a playlist 91 Deleting a playlist 91 Using the radio 91 Searching for stations 92...
... Flash contents 87 Viewing an SWF/ SVG file 87 Documents 87 Viewing a file 87 Transferring a file to your phone�� 88 Others 88 Creating a movie 88 Music 89 Transferring music onto your phone 90 Playing a song 90 Creating a playlist 91 Deleting a playlist 91 Using the radio 91 Searching for stations 92...
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...98 Adding a city to your world clock� 98 PC Suite 99 Installing the LG PC Suite on your computer 99 Connecting your phone and PC 99 Backing up and restoring your phone's information 100 Viewing phone files on your PC��100 Synchronising your contacts 101 Synchronising the messages 101 ...104 Using the RSS reader 105 Accessing a saved page 105 Viewing your browser history 105 Changing web browser settings�106 Using your phone as a modem���106 Settings 108 Changing your screen settings 108 Personalising your profiles 108 Changing your...
...98 Adding a city to your world clock� 98 PC Suite 99 Installing the LG PC Suite on your computer 99 Connecting your phone and PC 99 Backing up and restoring your phone's information 100 Viewing phone files on your PC��100 Synchronising your contacts 101 Synchronising the messages 101 ...104 Using the RSS reader 105 Accessing a saved page 105 Viewing your browser history 105 Changing web browser settings�106 Using your phone as a modem���106 Settings 108 Changing your screen settings 108 Personalising your profiles 108 Changing your...
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Using flight mode 112 Sending and receiving files using Bluetooth 112 Changing your Bluetooth settings 114 Pairing with another Bluetooth device 114 Using a Bluetooth headset 115 Wi-Fi 116 Phone Software update......118 Accessories 119 Network service 120 Technical data 120 Trouble shooting 122
Using flight mode 112 Sending and receiving files using Bluetooth 112 Changing your Bluetooth settings 114 Pairing with another Bluetooth device 114 Using a Bluetooth headset 115 Wi-Fi 116 Phone Software update......118 Accessories 119 Network service 120 Technical data 120 Trouble shooting 122
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...determined at multiple power levels so as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to assure LG BL40 | User Guide the safety of scientific studies. Although the SAR is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to...employs a unit of the device while operating can be dangerous or illegal. The guidelines were developed by international guidelines (ICNIRP). Before a phone model is designed to operate at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of measurement known as to use Please read these ...
...determined at multiple power levels so as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to assure LG BL40 | User Guide the safety of scientific studies. Although the SAR is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to...employs a unit of the device while operating can be dangerous or illegal. The guidelines were developed by international guidelines (ICNIRP). Before a phone model is designed to operate at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of measurement known as to use Please read these ...
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...or Modifications that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be maintained between the users body and the back of the phone. * FCC Notice & Caution Notice! Caution! The highest SAR value reported under this device was tested for typical body-worn operations with ... Industry Canada. Operation is subject to radio waves established by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment 10 LG BL40 | User Guide Additionally, this standard during product certifi cation for use FCC SAR information Your mobile device is also designed to...
...or Modifications that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be maintained between the users body and the back of the phone. * FCC Notice & Caution Notice! Caution! The highest SAR value reported under this device was tested for typical body-worn operations with ... Industry Canada. Operation is subject to radio waves established by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment 10 LG BL40 | User Guide Additionally, this standard during product certifi cation for use FCC SAR information Your mobile device is also designed to...
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... use of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol). • Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings. • The phone should be kept away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, and personal computers. • The unit should be dangerous.... • Do not disassemble this particular phone model. Take it to mechanical vibration or shock. • Switch off the phone in a well ventilated area. 11 For example, do not use your phone. • Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset...
... use of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol). • Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings. • The phone should be kept away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, and personal computers. • The unit should be dangerous.... • Do not disassemble this particular phone model. Take it to mechanical vibration or shock. • Switch off the phone in a well ventilated area. 11 For example, do not use your phone. • Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset...
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... medical equipment without requesting permission. Efficient phone operation Electronic and medical devices All mobile phones may damage the phone. • Do not expose the phone to the phone and invalidation of your phone may interfere with high humidity such as it may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc. 12 LG BL40 | User Guide Minor interference may cause damage...
... medical equipment without requesting permission. Efficient phone operation Electronic and medical devices All mobile phones may damage the phone. • Do not expose the phone to the phone and invalidation of your phone may interfere with high humidity such as it may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc. 12 LG BL40 | User Guide Minor interference may cause damage...
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... in a breast pocket. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of mobile phones in the area when you drive. • Do not use of 15cm be maintained between a mobile phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with sensitive medical equipment. To achieve this ...use the phone on the use a hand-held phone while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • Use a hands...
... in a breast pocket. Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of mobile phones in the area when you drive. • Do not use of 15cm be maintained between a mobile phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with sensitive medical equipment. To achieve this ...use the phone on the use a hand-held phone while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • Use a hands...
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...a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This glass could break if your ear. Guidelines for safe and efficient use the phone where blasting is dropped on or off the handset close to a reasonable level. We therefore recommend that music and call volumes are made of ...until the glass is particularly imperative when near roads. Glass Parts Some parts of glass. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules. 14 LG BL40 | User Guide We also recommend that you are listening to loud sound for long periods of time. This is replaced by an authorized ...
...a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This glass could break if your ear. Guidelines for safe and efficient use the phone where blasting is dropped on or off the handset close to a reasonable level. We therefore recommend that music and call volumes are made of ...until the glass is particularly imperative when near roads. Glass Parts Some parts of glass. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules. 14 LG BL40 | User Guide We also recommend that you are listening to loud sound for long periods of time. This is replaced by an authorized ...
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... never depend solely on the ground without permission from the crew. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. • Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, ...or explosives in a safe place out of the reach of your vehicle as your local service provider. 15 Check with your mobile phone and accessories. It includes small parts which may not be available under all mobile networks. Potentially explosive atmospheres • Do not use the...
... never depend solely on the ground without permission from the crew. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. • Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, ...or explosives in a safe place out of the reach of your vehicle as your local service provider. 15 Check with your mobile phone and accessories. It includes small parts which may not be available under all mobile networks. Potentially explosive atmospheres • Do not use the...
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... metal contacts of the battery pack clean. • Replace the battery when it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for safe and efficient use it in hot or cold places, this may ...replace the battery, take it no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. • Use only LG batteries and chargers. Please recycle when possible. The battery pack maybe recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing...; Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger. 16...
... metal contacts of the battery pack clean. • Replace the battery when it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for safe and efficient use it in hot or cold places, this may ...replace the battery, take it no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. • Use only LG batteries and chargers. Please recycle when possible. The battery pack maybe recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing...; Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger. 16...
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... on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one of convenience and safety to communicate by voice - If possible, add an additional layer of the many hands free ...accessories available today. • Let the person you are speaking with one that every user must uphold. Remember, it is your wireless phone behind the wheel of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies; • Australia: Dial 0-0-0, • New Zealand: Dial 1-1-1, • ...
... on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one of convenience and safety to communicate by voice - If possible, add an additional layer of the many hands free ...accessories available today. • Let the person you are speaking with one that every user must uphold. Remember, it is your wireless phone behind the wheel of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies; • Australia: Dial 0-0-0, • New Zealand: Dial 1-1-1, • ...
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... conversations that may be distracting. Guidelines for you. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Try to do for safe and efficient use ] Use your wireless phone to help others to do " list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your attention... from the road. 18 LG BL40 | User Guide Jotting down a "to plan calls when you are not moving ...
... conversations that may be distracting. Guidelines for you. • Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Try to do for safe and efficient use ] Use your wireless phone to help others to do " list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your attention... from the road. 18 LG BL40 | User Guide Jotting down a "to plan calls when you are not moving ...
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Earpiece Inner camera Proximity Sensor WARNING: Putting a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can cause malfunction of LCD. It can damage its LCD and touch screen functionality. Do not cover the protection film on /off. Getting to know your phone Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector Power key Turns the phone on proximity sensor of sensor. 19
Earpiece Inner camera Proximity Sensor WARNING: Putting a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can cause malfunction of LCD. It can damage its LCD and touch screen functionality. Do not cover the protection film on /off. Getting to know your phone Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector Power key Turns the phone on proximity sensor of sensor. 19
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Music key Volume keys • When the screen is idle: key tone or ring tone volume. • During a call: earpiece volume. • When playing a track: controls the volume continuously. Camera key • Go to know your phone Charger, Data cable (USB cable) TIP: Before connecting the USB cable, wait until the phone has powered up and has registered on the network. Getting to camera menu directly by pressing and holding the key. 20 LG BL40 | User Guide
Music key Volume keys • When the screen is idle: key tone or ring tone volume. • During a call: earpiece volume. • When playing a track: controls the volume continuously. Camera key • Go to know your phone Charger, Data cable (USB cable) TIP: Before connecting the USB cable, wait until the phone has powered up and has registered on the network. Getting to camera menu directly by pressing and holding the key. 20 LG BL40 | User Guide
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Installing the USIM and battery 1 Remove the battery cover Slide down the battery cover. WARNING: Do not remove the battery when the phone is switched on, as this may damage the phone. 2 Remove the battery Pull out the battery. 22 LG BL40 | User Guide
Installing the USIM and battery 1 Remove the battery cover Slide down the battery cover. WARNING: Do not remove the battery when the phone is switched on, as this may damage the phone. 2 Remove the battery Pull out the battery. 22 LG BL40 | User Guide
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Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. Press the bottom of the battery down until it outwards. 4 Install the battery Insert the top of the battery compartment first. To remove the USIM card, gently pull it clips into the top edge of the battery into place. 23 3 Install the USIM card Slide the USIM card into the USIM card holder. Ensure that the battery contacts align with the phone's terminals.
Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. Press the bottom of the battery down until it outwards. 4 Install the battery Insert the top of the battery compartment first. To remove the USIM card, gently pull it clips into the top edge of the battery into place. 23 3 Install the USIM card Slide the USIM card into the USIM card holder. Ensure that the battery contacts align with the phone's terminals.