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CONTENTS My Verizon Manage your account online or from your phone with My Verizon Mobile. Basics How to use your new phone—from charging the battery and placing calls to checking voice mail. Apps and Features CONTENTS Everything you need to have fun—music, video, web browsing, email and picture messaging, plus tools for navigation and family protection.
WELCOME Thank You for Choosing Verizon Wireless You’re now connected to the power of America’s largest and most reliable wireless network. This guide will introduce you to the features of your new phone. For assistance, please go to verizonwireless.com. You can also contact Customer Service at 1-800-922-0204 or speak with a Customer Service Representative at your local Verizon Wireless Store. To download a comprehensive User Guide, go to support.vzw.
Important Customer Information Verizon Wireless is not responsible for your use of those applications or information you choose to submit or share with others. Specific terms and conditions, terms of use, and privacy policies apply to those applications and services. Please review any and all terms and conditions applicable to those applications and services carefully, including those related to any locationbased services for any particular privacy policies, risks or waivers.
MY VERIZON Save time. Save money. Register now at verizonwireless.com/myverizon. Manage your account. Quickly check your voice, text and data usage or make adjustments to your Plan at any time. ≠≠ Get personalized support. My Support answers your questions quickly. ≠≠ Pay bills your way. Go green and set up Paperless Billing, make a one-time payment, or use Auto Pay and never worry about missing a payment. ≠≠ Much more.
BASICS PHONE FEATURES 5 6 1 7 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Proximity Sensors Phone Key MENU Key Home Key Power/Lock Key Earpiece Touchscreen APPLICATIONS LAUNCHER KEY Search Key Back Key 8 3 9 4 10 Instructions to perform tasks in this guide are based on the default phone settings and may change depending on the software version on your phone. BASICS NOTES All screen shots in this guide are simulated. Actual displays may vary.
PHONE FEATURES (side, back preview) 11 12 16 13 17 14 15 BASICS 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 6 3.5mm Headset Jack Camera Lens Back Cover Accessory/ Charger Port Microphone 16. Volume Keys 17.
First Steps Installing AND removing your battery NOTE: It is important to fully charge the battery before initial use of the phone. The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk, use, and standby time. The battery charge level is shown in the top right part of the screen. BASICS Installing the battery 1. Hold the phone with both hands and use the fingertip cutout at the top of the phone to pull open the battery cover (as shown below). 2.
Removing the battery 1. Turn the power off. Remove the battery cover (as demonstrated in the previous instructions). Then use the fingertip cutout to lift the top edge of the battery out. Charging your battery Your LG VortexTM device comes with a Wall/USB charger and a USB cable which connect together to charge your phone. To charge your phone: WARNING! Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your device.
Battery temperature protection Though extremely rare, if the battery becomes overheated, the phone will automatically turn off. Battery charge level You can find the battery charge level in the top right part of the screen. When the battery level becomes low, the phone will notify you. Once the battery level becomes exceedingly low, the phone will shut off without notice. As a result, unsaved items may be lost. Charging with USB You can use your computer to charge your phone.
Powering your phone on/off It’s important to fully charge the battery before turning on your phone. 1. To turn on the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock Key for a couple of seconds until the display lights up. 2. To turn off the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock Key until the pop-up menu appears. 3. Touch Power Off in the pop-up menu. 4. Touch OK to confirm that you want to turn off the phone.
Setting up your Google Account 1. At the setup screen, touch Create or Sign in. 2. Enter your username and password. 3. Touch Sign in. Now your Gmail, Google Contacts, and Google Calendar events will all be loaded to your phone automatically. Use the area below to record your Google account information for future reference. Username:___________________________@gmail.
Getting to Know the Home Screen The Home screen is your starting point to access all the features on your phone. It displays application shortcuts, icons, widgets and other features. Status Bar Shows device status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons. Application Icon Touch an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it. Quick Keys Provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most.
GETTING TO KNOW The Home SCREEN To view other Home screen panes Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen. The Home screen spans five panels, allowing more space for icons, widgets, shortcuts, etc. Location Indicator The dots indicate which Home screen pane you are viewing. To return to the center Home pane when viewing another ADDING PANELS TO THE HOME SCREEN 1. Press the Menu Key from the Home screen. 2. Touch Home settings . 3.
Notifications Notifications appear conveniently on the Status bar to announce new messages, calendar events, alarms, and more. To open the Notifications panel Touch and drag the Status bar downwards. ≠≠ ≠≠ OR From the Home screen, press the Menu Key and touch Notifications. The Notifications panel displays your wireless service provider and a list of your current notifications, organized into ongoing and eventbased notifications. BASICS Touch a notification to open it.
Placing calls (from inside the U.S.) 1. Touch the Phone Key to open the dial pad. 2. Enter the phone number using the keypad. 3. Touch the Call Key to dial the number that you entered. 4. Touch the END Key to end the call Placing calls (from outside the U.S.) , then touch Settings and 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key Call settings. 2. Touch Assisted Dialing. 3. Touch Reference Country and select the country you are visiting from the list. 4. When you come back to the U.S.
Voice Mail Setting up voice mail 1. Open the dial pad and enter *86 (*VM). Then touch the Call Key greeting, press # to interrupt it. 2. Follow the setup tutorial. 3. Select a password. 4. Record a voice signature and greeting. Accessing your voice mail from your phone 1. Open the dial pad and enter *86 (*VM). Then touch the Call Key hear the greeting, touch # to interrupt it. . If you hear a . When you 2. Follow the prompts to enter your password and retrieve your messages.
Visual Voice Mail Visual Voice Mail displays a list of messages and allows you to choose which message to listen to or erase, without having to dial into your mailbox. Setting up Visual Voice Mail 1. If you are a new Verizon Wireless subscriber, first dial *86 to set up your voice mail service. 2. From the Home screen, touch the Applications Launcher Key , then touch Voicemail . 3. Follow the prompts to download it for future use.
Locking/Unlocking Your Phone 1. Press the Power/Lock Key to lock your phone. The display will turn off. 2. Press the Power/Lock Key . Your Lock Screen will appear. 3. Touch and drag to the right. The last screen you were working on opens. Using Speakerphone BASICS 1. During a call, touch . 2. The Speaker Key lights up to indicate that the speakerphone is on. The Speaker icon will appear in the Notifications panel and the sound from your call is played through the phone’s speaker. 3.
Ringtones Your phone comes with a selection of ringtones. Here’s how to manage your ringtone preferences: Selecting a ringtone 1. From the Home screen, touch the Applications Launcher Key and Contacts . 2. Touch the name of a contact to view its details 3. Press the Menu Key and touch Options. 4. Touch Ringtone and select a ringtone. Touch OK to save your changes. Setting ringtone to vibrate BASICS and touch Settings. 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key 2. Touch Sound and then Vibrate.
Bluetooth® Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that devices can use to exchange information over a distance of about 30 feet. The most common Bluetooth devices are headphones for making calls or listening to music, hands-free kits for cars, and other portable devices, including laptops and cell phones. There are several Bluetooth profiles that define the features and communications standards for Bluetooth devices. Turning Bluetooth ON AND OFF To turn Bluetooth on or off 1.
APPS AND FEATURES Make your phone do more with music, ringtones, wallpapers, apps and games. Check the latest scores, keep up with Twitter™ and Facebook, even plan a vacation. We’ve got apps that help you do it all. Go to verizonwireless.com for more information. Certain restrictions apply. Please ensure that your phone is app- and feature-capable. Android MarketTM Use Android Market to browse and download from the thousands of available applications. To download an application 1.
Text, Picture and Video Messaging Talk with your fingers. Make a bold statement with pictures, videos and animated messages. Go to verizonwireless.com/messaging for more information. Text Messaging (from inside the U.S.) Sending a new text message to a phone 1. From the Home screen, touch the Messaging Key . 2. The Messaging window will open, where you can create a new message or open an ongoing message thread. 3. Touch New message to start a new text or multimedia message.
Picture Messaging Take pictures that you can send to virtually any wireless number or email address. Snap a photo and send as a picture message 1. On the Messaging screen, touch New message. 2. Enter a mobile phone number or email address in the To field. As you type, matching contacts appear. You can touch a suggested contact or continue typing. 3. Touch the text field to start entering your message. 4. Press the Menu Key and touch Attach. 5.
Delete a picture message 1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging Key 2. Touch and hold the message thread to delete. 3. Touch Delete thread in the pop-up menu. 4. Touch OK to confirm. . Video Messaging Record and send videos to virtually any wireless number or email address. APPS AND FEATURES Record and send a video message 1. On the messaging screen, touch New message. 2. Enter a mobile phone number or email address in the To field. As you type, matching contacts appear.
Delete a video message 1. From the Home screen, touch Messaging Key 2. Touch and hold the message thread to delete. 3. Touch Delete thread in the menu that opens. 4. Touch OK to confirm. . Not available everywhere. Picture and Video Messaging charges apply per your Calling Plan. Monthly plans are available. Higher rates apply for International Video Messaging (when available). See product brochure for coverage information and complete terms and conditions. Compatible device required.
3. To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen. You can also place your two fingers on the screen and slowly pinch or spread apart. 4. To open a new window, press the Menu Key and touch . ≠≠ To view the list of bookmarks, press the Menu Key You can also add, edit, or delete a bookmark. Ending a Web session 1. Press the Home Key and touch . to go back to your Home screen. Bing™ for mobile Get free maps and local business listings right on your phone when you need them.
Voice Mail is required for use of Ringback Tones. V CAST Media Manager Transfer pictures, videos and music between your phone and computer with a USB cable. Includes a media player and media management tools. Compatible phone required. Go to verizonwireless.com/vmm to download your free copy. V CAST Music with Rhapsody® Buy and download individual tracks or subscribe to get unlimited access to millions of songs. System requirements: Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows 7. Purchase songs on your phone 1.
Add subscription music to your library Add music to your collection by clicking the Add button next to each song, or by simply dragging and dropping it to My Library or to your connected phone (both found under Sources). V CAST Music with Rhapsody monthly subscription required. Play songs To play a song or album, find it in My Library, under Sources. APPS AND FEATURES Sync your music from your PC to your phone 1. Download V CAST for free at verizonwireless.com/music and install it on your PC. 2.
Play songs with your wireless device. 1. From the Home screen, touch the Applications Launcher Key 2. Touch one of the following tabs: Artists/ Albums/ Songs/ Playlists 3. Touch a song to play it. and Music . A compatible USB cable is required for syncing. V CAST wireless device and additional charges required for V CAST service. 3-D games for additional download fee. V CAST music not available on all V CAST wireless devices. Per-song charges apply for music downloads. Always download legally.
Download video clips* 1. From the Home screen, touch the Applications Launcher Key and V CAST Videos . 2. Touch a video clip category. 3. Touch a content provider. 4. If applicable, touch sub-categories. 5. Read the description of the video clip and touch the Options. 6. Touch Save**. 7. Touch Yes to accept charges and choose to save in the memory card, then the video clip will initiate downloading. 8. Once the video is downloaded a message will appear on your phone, Download Complete. Play video now? 9.
Games Your taste is your own. Unique. Hundreds of games available, from classics to the hottest new releases. Get them on your phone. ≠≠ Browse, buy and download games on your phone via Market Apps. Data charges apply. Verizon Safeguards Your family; your call. Verizon safeguards give you peace of mind with Family Locator, Content Filters, Spam Controls, Usage Controls and more. Go to verizonwireless.com/familylocator, verizonwireless.com/spamcontrols, or verizonwireless.com/usagecontrols.
VZ Navigator® More than just directions, VZ Navigator gets you where you’re going and keeps you informed once you get there. Receive traffic alerts, find gas prices and directions to the station, search local businesses, share your location with friends, or speed-dial roadside assistance. Go to verizonwireless.com/navigator.
Go Global Verizon Wireless keeps you connected around the corner and around the world. For up-to-date information on destinations and rates, go to verizonwireless.com/ vzglobal and select from the following programs: International Long Distance You can call over 190 destinations from the U.S. with your Verizon phone. Simply add I-DIAL to your account and for reduced rates, select our International Long Distance Value Plan or for occasional international calls, use our Per-Minute Rates.