LG VX8600 Quick Reference Manual

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VERIZON WIRELESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OUR WORRY FREE GUARANTEE® TO YOU . . . . . 2 HOW TO SIGN UP FOR NEW EVERY TWO . . . . . 3 GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installing the Battery Removing the Battery Charging the Battery POWERING THE PHONE ON AND OFF . . . . . . . . . . 6 Powering the Phone On Powering the Phone Off PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Placing Calls Receiving Calls PROGRAMMING AND USING SPEED DIAL NUMBERS . . . . 8 Programming Speed Dial Numbers Using Speed Dial CHANGING RINGERS AND TONES . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Selecting a Ringer or Tone Adjusting Ringer or Tone Volume Setting Ringer or Tone to Vibrate ACCESSING YOUR VOICEMAIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 New Customer Existing Customer OVERVIEW OF GET IT NOW WITH V CAST . . . . 11 MESSAGING & CHAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 TONES & FUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 NEWS & INFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 GET IT NOW WITH V CAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 V CAST VIDEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 V CAST GAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 V CAST MUSIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 V CAST DEMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 V CAST MUSIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 PICTURE MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Snap it. Share it. VIDEO MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Share it. TXT MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Sending a New TXT Message Predictive TXT Input USING GET IT NOW WITH V CAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Accessing Get It Now with V CAST Downloading an Application USING MOBILE WEB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Mobile Web 2.0 Launching Mobile Web Ending a Mobile Web Session USING BLUETOOTH® WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY . . 38 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 THREE WAYS TO ACCESSORIZE . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 MAY WE HELP YOU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 W I R E L E S S B A S I C S VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 1

You’re now connected to the power of America’s best, most reliable wireless network.* This guide will help you understand your new wireless phone and all the things you can do with it. For more details, please refer to the User Guide. If you ever have any questions and would like to access an online Q&A, please visit us online at verizonwireless.com and check out How to Use Your Phone. OUR WORRY FREE GUARANTEE® TO YOU You’ll enjoy America’s best, most reliable wireless network. You have the option to change to any qualifying calling plan or airtime promotion at any time. You won’t pay any additional fees to change to any qualifying calling plan or airtime promotion. Some calling plans require specific equipment. Calling plan changes and promotional offers will require a new 1- or 2-year customer agreement. If you ever have a problem, it becomes our problem the first time you call. No runarounds, no hassles. If your issue can’t be resolved during the course of your first call, we will take the responsibility to get back to you with an answer. Your satisfaction is guaranteed on any equipment you purchase from us. We provide a 15-day satisfaction guarantee on any product you buy from us. You pay only for the service you’ve used. See Return Policy brochure for details. You can get a free phone every two years with New Every Two®. Sign up for and maintain two years of service on a digital plan of $34.99 or higher to qualify for a free phone up to $50 or $100, depending on the monthly access of your plan. Or you can apply your New Every Two credit toward the purchase of a more expensive phone. A two-year renewal is required. Certain conditions and restrictions apply. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 2

3 HOW TO SIGN UP FOR NEW EVERY TWO You are automatically enrolled when you sign up for a 2-year agreement on a calling plan with a monthly access of $34.99 or higher. If you maintain service on a calling plan of $34.99 or higher and fulfill your 2-year term, you will qualify for a free wireless device. If your calling plan monthly access is $79.99 or higher for the entire three months prior to completing your New Every Two wireless device upgrade, you will get up to $100 toward the purchase of that wireless device. If your calling plan monthly access was between $34.99 and $79.98 at any time during the three months prior to completing your New Every Two wireless device upgrade, you will get up to $50 toward the purchase of that wireless device. When completing your New Every Two upgrade, you will need to renew your agreement for another two years on a calling plan with a monthly access of $34.99 or higher. If you are not currently in the program, you can enroll by agreeing to a new 2-year term on a calling plan with a monthly access of $34.99 or higher. You will be eligible to take advantage of the wireless device offer at the end of the 2-year term. Subject to the Customer Agreement and calling plan. You must retain the same wireless device for 24 months in order to receive the advantages of this program. If you choose to replace your wireless device at a discounted price, you will forfeit your benefits and be automatically re-enrolled if you meet the requirements of the program. If you enrolled in the program on or after 11/25/02, you must take advantage of the New Every Two offer within six months after becoming eligible; otherwise, you may be charged full retail price to upgrade your current wireless device. Discount amount will be applied toward the 2-year Customer Agreement retail price. Secondary Family SharePlan® lines are not eligible to participate in the program. The New Every Two discount cannot exceed the price of the wireless device after mail-in rebates. If your 2-year Customer Agreement with a digital calling plan of $34.99 or higher began on or after 6/2/03, you were automatically enrolled in the program. Customers who began their 2-year agreements on or after 4/1/00 on a digital calling plan of $35 or higher were also automatically enrolled in the program. If you enrolled in the program prior to 2/5/06 and continued to meet the requirements of the program, you will be eligible for a free wireless device up to $100, or a credit of up to $100 toward a more expensive wireless device, when you become eligible for your next New Every Two upgrade (after which time you will be enrolled in the $50/$100 New Every Two program described in the New Every Two brochure). New Every Two discount amounts and calling plan tiers subject to change at Verizon Wireless’ sole discretion. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 3

Outside Display 19 20 2 4 6 3 7 8 5 9 13 15 14 11 12 10 17 18 16 1 * Speakerphone function is only available while a call is in progress. 1. Earpiece 2. Flip 3. LCD Screen 4. Side Volume Keys 5. Left Soft Key 6. OK Key 7. SEND Key 8. Battery Charging Port, Cable Connector, and Headset Adapter Port 9. Vibrate Mode Key 10. Lock Mode Key 11. Voice Command Key & Speakerphone Key* 12. Side Camera Key 13. Navigation Keys 14. Right Soft Key 15. PWR/END Key 16. Clear Key 17. Alphanumeric Keypad 18. MicroSD™ Card Slot 19. Camera Lens 20. Touch Sensitive Music Keys VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 4

Installing 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 Move the battery latch to left side and lift the battery from the battery compartment. Charging the Battery To use the charger provided with your phone: 1.) Plug one end of the AC adapter into the phone’s charger port and the other into an electrical outlet. 2.) The charge time varies depending upon the battery level. W I R E L E S S B A S I C S NOTICE Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty. NOTICE Triangle symbol should face up. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 5

Turn your phone on and get ready to start calling. Powering the Phone On 1.) Install a charged battery or connect the phone to an external power source. 2.) Press until the LCD screen lights up. Powering the Phone Off Press and hold until the display turns off. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 6

Try out your new phone by making your first call. Here’s how you do it: Tip: During a call, use Voice Command Key ( ) to turn on speakerphone mode. Speakerphone function is only available while a call is in progress. Placing Calls 1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press for about 3 seconds. If necessary, enter the lock code. 2. Enter the phone number. 3. Press . 4. Press to end the call. Note: Your phone has a Voice Commands feature that also lets you make calls by phone number, name, or location. Receiving Calls 1.) To answer a call, press or open the flip. Note: If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] while the phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted for that call. Note: If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the phone is ringing, the call will end. 2.) Press to end the call. W I R E L E S S B A S I C S VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 7

Need a number fast? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with speed dialing. Programming Speed Dial Numbers Allows you to set up your Speed Dials. 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use to select an entry. 2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit]. 3. Use to select a phone number, then press Right Soft Key [Options]. 4. Use to select Set Speed Dial, then press . 5. Enter a Speed Dial digit. ● Use the keypad, then press . ● Use to select the Speed Dial digit, then press . 6. Press Yes, then press to save. Using Speed Dial 1.) Enter a speed dialing number 02 to 99 (Number 1 is always assigned to Voice Mailbox). 2.) Press . VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 8

When your phone rings, make sure you like the way it sounds. Here’s how to pick a Ringer or Tone: Selecting a Ringer or Tone 1.) Press [MENU], twice and press . 2.) From the SETTINGS & TOOLS Menu, press Sounds Settings. 3.) Press Call Sounds and then press Call Ringtone. 4.) Select the desired ringer. 5.) Press Left Soft Key [Play] to listen to ringer. 6.) To select the desired ringer press . Your phone comes with a selection of ringtones. You can also purchase many more ringtones through our Get It Now® service. Adjusting Ringer or Tone Volume Press Side Keys up and down. Setting Ringer or Tone to Vibrate 1.) Press for 3 seconds. 2.) To reset, press and hold down . W I R E L E S S B A S I C S VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 9

When you can’t get to your phone, here’s how to check your messages: New Customer Dial (*VM) Send from your phone or dial your wireless phone number from any touch-tone phone. ● When the recorded announcement begins, press to interrupt (if applicable). ● An easy-to-follow setup tutorial will begin. Follow the instructions to set up your new password and record a greeting. ● To retrieve your Voicemail messages, dial . Existing Customer Press and press . * Airtime and long distance charges apply, IN Calling minutes do not apply to Voicemail setup or retrievals. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 10

Find out how fast you can get into the action with Get It Now with V CAST. Send Picture and Video Messages to friends and family. Personalize your phone with new ringtones and cool wallpaper. Keep up-to-date with the latest news, weather and sports — all in streaming video. Add another dimension to your gaming when you play in 3-D. Jam to your favorite songs on the go. All this and more, right at your fingertips with Get It Now with V CAST. Now playing on your phone. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 11

Let your thumbs do the chatting. Get It Now® with V CAST gives you four EZ ways to talk without talking. With all these options, the next time you have something to say, save your breath and just send it. Sometimes a word is all you need to say. TXT Messaging* makes this possible. It’s a great way to send and receive short messages between friends and family — all without saying a word. Turn your phone into a mobile mailbox. With VZW Email, you can check your Yahoo!®,MSN®,Hotmail® and America Online® accounts when you’re on the move — all without using a computer. *Not available everywhere. TXT Messaging charges apply per your calling plan. Monthly plans are available. Higher rates apply for international TXT Messages. See product brochure for coverage information and complete terms and conditions. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 12

Welcome to instant messaging (IM). Choose from MSN® Messenger Service, AOL® Instant MessengerTM and Yahoo!® Messenger — all on your phone. Learn to look at your phone’s screen in a way you never imagined. Take pictures or even record up to 15-second Video Messages that you can send to virtually any e-mail address. Let your phone become the ultimate media tool with Picture & Video. Not available everywhere. Compatible device required. Airtime and messaging charges apply. Monthly plans are available. See product brochure for coverage information and complete terms and conditions. Messaging alerts charged at Calling Plan rates. Not available in all areas. See product brochure for details. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 13

Customize your wallpaper. Get the coolest ringtones. Or simply save the world. Now your wireless phone is packed with tons of cool stuff to keep you entertained, anywhere you go. Classic. Sports. Action. Casino. Movie. Puzzle. What’s your gaming pleasure? However you like to play, Get It Now® with V CAST makes sure the fun never stops with exciting games like Precision Pinball®, FOX Sports NFL, Tetris® and many more. Personalizing your phone sure has a nice ring to it. Choose from a wide variety of ringtones of current hits in pop and hip-hop. Or even some of your favorite ’80s classics. You can even assign a different ringtone to each person in your address book, so you’ll always know who’s calling. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 14

you pick up, they can jam out. Whether it’s golden oldies for mom and dad or that goofy theme song for your best friend, Ringback Tones will keep everyone entertained. To sign up, preview and assign Ringback Tones, go to www.verizonwireless.com/ringbacktones. Give your phone an interior decorating job and put up some new wallpaper. Download your favorite design and presto — your phone matches your shirt. It’s your same phone, but with a brand-new look. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T Application fees may apply. Not available in all areas. All brand and product names not owned by Verizon Wireless are the property of their respective owners. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 15

With Get It Now with V CAST, you’ll have access to Mobile Web 2.0, TXT Alerts and Tools on the Go. Find the news you want or have it come to you — all on your wireless phone. Now, a few seconds is all it takes to get up-to-the-minute information. Your new phone can put a world of information right at your fingertips. Get the latest news, stock quotes and movie listings. To start browsing, launch your phone’s web browser. Microbrowser does not provide full web browsing. Service is not available in all areas. With TXT Alerts, you’ll always know what you need to know. Get the score as soon as the game is over. Get the weather before it starts raining. Go to vtext.com to sign up. Messages/alerts charged according to your Calling Plan or TXT Messaging Plan rates. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 16

Everything you need to know while you’re on the go. Find a great restaurant or the nearest ATM. Application fees may apply. Applications vary by phone model. Coverage and service not available everywhere. All brand and product names not owned by Verizon Wireless are the property of their respective owners. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 17

Now Playing on Your Phone Give your gaming a third dimension. Catch the latest music videos and listen to your favorite songs. Keep up-to-date with streaming news clips from NBC News, sports updates from FOX Sports and entertainment from E! Entertainment Television. Once you’re signed up for V CAST, you’re not just playing on your phone anymore; you’re experiencing the evolution of wireless entertainment. If you haven’t already done so, sign up for V CAST by calling 1-800-2 JOIN IN or visit www.verizonwireless.com/vcast. Application fees may apply. Customer must be within the V CAST Coverage Area. Not available in all areas. All brand and product names are not owned by Verizon Wireless, and are the property of their respective owners. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 18

Now you can catch up on the latest news between meetings or after class, get courtside seats wherever you’re sitting and experience a whole world of streaming video clips — all now playing on your phone. View Streaming Video Clips in Four Easy Steps: Step 1: Select “V CAST On Demand” from the “Picture & Video” menu. Step 2: Select a category from the content catalog. Step 3: Then select what you want to see.* Step 4: Hit “OK” to view the clip. *This option will be available for clips that are streaming only. Downloaded clips can be accessed from the My Videos gallery in the Get It Now store. Available anywhere in the V CAST Coverage Area. CNN and the CNN logo are registered trademarks of the Cable News Network LP, LLP. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 19

V CAST Coverage Area. Not available in all areas. All brand and product names are not owned by Verizon Wireless, and are the property of their respective owners. V CAST GAMES You’re not just playing games now, you’re part of the action. With 3-D Gaming on your phone, a new dimension of excitement lives in the palm of your hand. Three Easy Steps to Start Playing: Step 1: Choose “Games” from the “Get It Now” menu. Step 2: Select “Get New App.” Step 3: Go to “V CAST Games” and pick the games you want. 20 VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 20

Verizon Wireless takes your phone to a whole new place and man, does it sound good. V CAST Music lets you transform your phone into a portable music player. Transfer the music you have already purchased. Or expand your collection by purchasing and downloading new tunes.* Now, whether you’re browsing for new songs or jamming to old ones, you’ll have the perfect way to add some rhythm to your world. If you have any questions about using the V CAST Music service on your specific phone, visit www.verizonwireless.com/data and select your phone model. Verizon Wireless reminds you to always download legally. *Transferring music to your V CAST Music phone requires a compatible USB cable. Only Windows MediaTM formatted files are supported. Customer must be in V CAST Coverage Area to browse and purchase songs from the V CAST Music phone. See verizonwireless.com for coverage information and maps. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 21

Don’t just take our word for it; take it for a test drive and find out more about your V CAST services at www.verizonwireless.com/vcast. Experience what it feels like to have a mobile entertainment center at your command. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 22

Formatting your memory card Step 1: Turn on your phone. Step 2: Insert microSD card into microSD memory card slot. Step 3: Tap and hold the touch sensitive Play/Pause Key on the front of the phone. Step 4: Remove memory card from the phone and insert into the USB memory card adapter and connect to PC via USB memory card reader (if needed). Step 5: On PC, go to file directory, locate “Removable Disk.” Open the folder named My_Music. Step 6: Place WMAs in the My_Music folder. Step 7: Reinsert microSD card into the phone. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T Play/Pause Key Keys to unlock Touch Sensitive Music Keys When the flip is closed, press any side key to unlock the touch sensitive keys. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 23

Step 1: Go to your phone’s “Get It Now” menu. Select “Music & Tones” and then “V CAST Music” to open the V CAST Music catalog. Step 2: Browse or search the catalog to preview and choose the songs you want. Step 3: Select the music you want to purchase. Step 4: The “Confirm Purchase” screen will display the price and items you selected to purchase. Click “Buy” to accept. Step 5: You’ll receive confirmation that your purchase was successful and your music is available for download. Step 6: Select “Download Now” to save the song to your phone, preferably to the memory card. You can then play your new song from “Manage Music” or from the “My Music” menu. Note: Every song purchased from your phone also comes with a second, higher-quality copy. To access it, please log in to the V CAST Music Online Store accessible from within Windows MediaTM Player 10. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 24

Use Windows MediaTM Player 10* to access the V CAST Music Online Store. There you can browse, preview and select new songs. Just purchase the songs you want and once downloaded they are automatically added to your Windows Media Player library. Windows MediaTM Player 10 Resources First, you will need the Windows XP operating system to run Windows MediaTM Player 10; it is not compatible with Mac OS® operating systems. Download Windows Media Player: www.verizonwireless.com/getvcastmusic Tips on getting started: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=34714 Common questions: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=34718 Troubleshooting error messages: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=36550 How to Play Songs With Your Phone Open Step 1: Go to the “Get It Now” menu and select “Music & Tones.” Then, open the “My Music” gallery and select a song or a playlist to play. Step 2: With your stereo headset plugged in, close your phone, and continue listening to your songs. You can use the buttons on the outside of your phone to control your playback. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T *Windows Media™ Player 10 is only supported on computers within the Windows® XP operating system. Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 25

You can also start the music player while the handset is closed by pressing and holding the “Play” key. The music player will begin playing all the music stored on your phone. How to Sync Music From Your PC to Your Phone Step 1: Use the USB cable to connect your phone to your PC. Step 2: Go to the “Get It Now” menu and select “Music & Tones”, then select “Sync Music”. Step 3: Open Windows MediaTM Player 10 on your PC and select the “Sync” tab. Step 4: Select “Edit Playlist” and select the songs from your library that you want to sync. Step 5: In Windows MediaTM Player 10, select “V CAST Mobile Phone – Removable Storage Card” unless no memory card is available. Start the sync process in Windows MediaTM Player 10 by pressing “Start Sync”. Remember, your phone must be in “Sync Music” mode. Step 6: When synching completes, disconnect the cable from your phone and exit “Sync Music”. Step 7: Under the “Music & Tones” menu, open “My Music” to view and play your music. Note: V CAST Music phones only support music imported from a CD via Windows Media¢‚ Player 10, purchased from the V CAST Music Service, or other purchased Windows MediaTM formatted music. iPod® and iTunes® compatible music files are not compatible with V CAST Music. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 26

Step 1: Go to the “Get It Now” menu, select “Music & Tones” then select “My Music”. Step 2: After the application is open, select “Playlists”. Step 3: Select the “Create” tab to create a new playlist and give it a title. Step 4: You can now select songs to add by browsing through your library of music. Step 5: Choose “Add to playlist” from the “Options” menu to add them to a playlist. How to Edit Playlists on Your Phone Step 1: To rearrange your songs, go back to the “Playlists” menu and select a playlist. Step 2: Open the “Options” menu and select “Edit Playlist”. Step 3: You can add, reorder or remove songs from your playlist. How to Delete Songs From Your Phone Step 1: Go to “My Music” and select “Songs” menu. Step 2: Select the song you want to erase. Step 3: Open the “Options” menu and select “Erase song” to erase the song. Note: If you erase music you’ve previously purchased, you can simply re-sync with your PC to add the song back to your phone’s music library. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 27

Q. Are iPod® and iTunes® music files compatible with my V CAST Music-capable phone? A. No. Only music imported from a CD via Windows Media™ Player 10, purchased from the V CAST Music service or other purchased Windows Media formatted music are compatible. Q. What are the system requirements? A. To access the V CAST Music Online Store from a PC or to transfer music from your PC to a Verizon Wireless V CAST Music phone, you will need both the Windows® XP operating system and Windows Media Player 10. V CAST Music is not compatible with Mac OS X®. Q. How can I transfer purchased music from my PC to my V CAST Music phone? A. Music can be transferred using your V CAST Music phone’s USB cable. Q. Where can I store music if the memory on my phone is full? A. Music can also be stored to a compatible external memory card. External memory cards should only be used for storage and not for transferring files. Q. If I delete a song which I purchased from my V CAST Music phone, how do I retrieve the song later? A. Whenever you purchase a song directly from your V CAST Music phone, you also receive as part of that purchase a second, higher quality copy of the song sent to your account on the V CAST Music Online Store. Please download this song file to your online music library, and re-sync the song to your V CAST Music phone using a phone-compatible USB cable and Windows Media™ Player 10. If you have more questions about using V CAST Music service on your specific phone, visit www.verizonwireless.com/data and select your model. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 28

Snapping and Sending a Picture 1.) Press from Standby mode. 2.) Using the phone screen as your viewfinder, press to take a picture. 3.) Press again to prepare to send. Picture is saved to My Pictures. 4.) Enter a Verizon Wireless phone number or any e-mail address, and press . Up to 10 recipients can be added to each picture message. 5.) Use the center navigation Key Up/Down to edit Text, Pictures, Sounds, and Subject. 6.) Press [SEND]. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 29

1.) Press the center navigation Key Left. 2.) Press My Pictures. 3.) Select your desired picture with the center navigation Key and press Right Soft Key [Options]. 4.) Select Set As using the center navigation Key Up/Down then press . 5.) Select Picture ID and press , then select name from contact list using the center navigation Key Up/Down and press . VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 30

1.) Snap the photo and press [TAKE]. Select Left Soft Key [Save]. The picture is stored in My Pictures. Sending a Message Using a Picture Stored in the Phone’s Gallery 1.) Press the center navigation Key Left. 2.) Press My Pictures. 3.) Select your desired picture with the center navigation Key and press Right Soft Key [Options]. 4.) Select Send and press . 5.) Enter a Verizon Wireless phone number or any e-mail address, and press . Up to 10 recipients can be added to each picture message. 6.) Press the center navigation Key Up/Down to edit Text, Pictures, Sounds, and Subject. 7.) Press [SEND]. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 31

1.) Press and hold for about 3 seconds from standby mode. 2.) Using the phone screen as your viewfinder, press to begin recording (up to 15 seconds per video) and again to stop. 3.) Press to prepare to send. Video is saved to My Videos. 4.) Enter any email address, and press . Up to 10 email address can be added to each video message. 5.) Press the center navigation Key Up/Down to edit Text, Videos, and Subject. 6.) Press [SEND]. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 32

Store it. Storing a Video Message on Your Phone 1.) Press and hold for about 3 seconds to enter the Video mode. 2.) Using the phone screen as your viewfinder, press to begin recording and again to stop (up to 15 seconds per video). 3.) Record the video and select Left Soft Key [Save]. The video is automatically stored in My Videos. Video Messages are charged in accordance with your Video Messaging plan. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 33

1.) Press Left Soft Key [Message]. 2.) Enter New Msg and select TXT Msg. 3.) Enter the phone number or e-mail address of the recipient and press . 4.) Enter the message up to 160 characters, and press to send the message. For text options, press the Left Soft Key for Word, Abc, ABC, 123 and Symbols. You can also press to change the case of a letter. Fees apply for text messages/alerts both sent and received. TXT Messages are charged in accordance with your TXT Messaging plan. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 34

Type text using one keystroke per letter. The phone translates keystrokes into common words by using the letters on each key and a compressed database. From the text message screen, press Left Soft Key to change the case to Word Mode. For example, follow these steps: 1.) From text message screen, press the Left Soft Key Abc and select Word. 2.) Press . 3.) Press to complete the word and add a space. 4.) Press . 5.) The display shows Call the office. G E T I T N O W ® W I T H V C A S T VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 35

Accessing Get It Now with V CAST 1.) In standby mode, press the navigation right to directly access the Get It Now Menu. ● Options from here: Music & Tones / Pictures & Video / Games / News & Info / Tools on the Go / Extras ● Right Soft Key [Info]. [1] Memory / [2] View Log / [3] Help / [4] About Downloading an Application 1.) Once in the Get It Now menu, select the desired category and press . 2.) Select sub category and press . 3.) Follow the on screen instructions to continue. Applications may vary by phone model. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 36

USING MOBILE WEB Mobile Web 2.0 Now you can access news, sports, weather, and email from your Verizon Wireless device. Launching Mobile Web 1.) Press to launch the Browser. 2.) Select Subscribe, and accept Terms & Conditions. 3.) Select Confirm. 4.) After a few seconds, you will see the homepage which includes two headlines and images of current events. Ending a Mobile Web Session You can end a wireless browsing session by pressing . Microbrowser does not provide full web browsing. Service not available in all areas. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 37

The VX8600 is compatible with devices that support the Bluetooth® headset (HSP), hands-free (HFP), serial port (SPP), dial-up networking (DUN), object push (OPP) for vCard, Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), and Audio/Video Remote Control (AVRCP) Profile(s).* You may create and store 20 pairings within the VX8600 and connect to one device at a time. The approximate communication range for Bluetooth® wireless technology is up to 30 feet (10 meters). Note: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Note: Read the user guide of each Bluetooth® accessory that you are trying to pair with your phone because the instructions may be different. Note: Your phone is based on the Bluetooth® specification, but it is not guaranteed to work with all devices enabled with Bluetooth® wireless technology. Phone does not support ALL Bluetooth® OBEX Profiles. * For vehicle/accessory compatibility go to www.verizonwireless.com/bluetoothchart. 38 VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 38

For pairing new Bluetooth® device 1. Follow the Bluetooth® accessory instructions to set the device to pairing mode. 2. Press [MENU], 2 times, , , or . Set the desired device to pairing. 3. If Bluetooth® power is set to off, you will be prompted to turn power on. Select Yes and press . 4. The device will appear in Add New Device menu once it has been located. Highlight the device and press . 5. The handset will prompt you for the passcode. Consult the Bluetooth® accessory instructions for the appropriate passcode (typically “0000” - 4 zeroes). Enter the passcode and press . 6. Once pairing is successful, select Yes and press to connect with the device. 7. Once connected, you will see the device listed in the Bluetooth® Menu and the Bluetooth® device connected icon will show up on your enunciator when connected to the Bluetooth® device. You can also check out the connection with a blue icon on the list. Power Allows you to set the Bluetooth® power On/Off. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 2. Press Left Soft Key [On]. Note: By default, your device’s Bluetooth® functionality is turned off. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 39

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options]. 3. Press [Discovery Mode]. 4. Use to select a setting, then press . Visible/ Hidden Note: If you choose Visible for Discovery Mode, your device is able to be searched by other in-range Bluetooth® devices. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 40

When it comes to keeping in touch, your new phone with Verizon Wireless service is all you’ll ever need. Nonetheless, here are some great ways to accessorize your phone. BLUETOOTH STEREO LANYARD HEADSET WITH MUSIC CONTROLLER The cutting edge wireless technology meets true freedom of movement. Handle calls hands free with the stylish Bluetooth headset. The high quality audio sound and comfortable fit are perfect when you’re out jogging or shopping. VEHICLE POWER CHARGERS AND HOME/OFFICE CHARGERS You’ll never run out of juice when you can use your car battery to power your phone. You can also use other home/office chargers to charge two batteries at the same time with hands-free ability. ADDITIONAL BATTERIES Keep an extra battery on hand for those times when you just can’t charge up your phone. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 41

Adding accessories is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with three simple ways to expand your phone. 1. Visit our Communications Stores in person. 2. Go to verizonwireless.com and click on Accessories. 3. Try our Accessories Hotline at 1.866.VZ GOT IT VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 42

Manage Your Account Online The key word here is “ease”. When you manage your account online, everything you need to do can be done with ease. No more phone calls. No more checks to write. No more waiting for statements. Check balances. Make payments. Add or remove features. Do whatever you want to do, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — with ease. So register today at verizonwireless.com. It’s fast and free. Not available in all areas. A S S I S TA N C E VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 43

information, even shopping. But just in case, be sure to keep these numbers handy: • Customer Service (6am–11pm): *611 SEND • 24-Hour Technical Support: *611 SEND • 411 Connect® Directory Assistance: 411 SEND (charges apply) • Emergency Assistance: 911 SEND ©2007 Verizon Wireless. All Rights Reserved. VX8600-QRG_(E)_1.1.qxd 1/25/07 6:11 PM Page 44