> Change codes – Change your Security code, PIN
code or PIN2 code.
Display
Y ou can adjust settings for the phone display.
Call
Displays the lists of Call Settings .
Common setting
Displays the lists ofCall Settings about Common
Conditions.
• Excuse Message - Before youreject an incoming call,
you canuse “Excuse messages” to senda message to
explain why you donot receive an incoming call.
• Bluetooth answer mode - SelectHands-free to be able
to answera call using a Bluetooth headset,or select
Handset to press a keyon the handset to answer a call.
• Self call - Self call imitates areal incoming call. Press
‘#*#’ on the home screen to makea self call. This doesn’t
chargeany fee.
• Call rejection list - This menushows you the phone
numbersof person you have chosen toreject. you can
add the newnumber using add button.The incoming
calls receivedfrom the Call rejection listnumbers will
be automaticallyrejected.In call log, rejected icon
wouldbe shown for such calls.
Connectivity
Changing Y our Bluetooth Settings
1 Press Menu and select Settings .
2 Selec t Connectivity and choose Bluetooth .
3 Selec tSettings forthefollowingoptions:
• My device visibility - Choose whether to show or hide
your device to others.
• My device name - Enter a name for your L G-A353.
• Supported services - Shows what ser vices are
supported.
• My address - View your Bluetooth address.
files or messages, this device requires a quality connec tion
to the net work. In some cases, transmission of data files
or messages may be delayed until such a connec tion is
available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions
are followed until the transmission is completed.
The highest SAR value for this device when tested for use at
thebody is1.29W/kg.
* The SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 2.0
watts/kilogram ( W/kg) averaged over ten grams of body
tissue. T he guidelines incorporate a substantial margin of
safety to give additional protection for the public and to
account for any variations in measurements.
SAR values may vary depending on national reporting
requirements and the network band.
Product care and maintenanc e
W ARNING: Only use batteries, chargers and
accessories approved for use with this par ticular
phone model. The use of any other types may
invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the
phone and may be dangerous.
• Do notdisassemble thisunit.T akeit toaqualified service
technician when repair work is required.
• Repairs underwarranty,atLG’ sdiscretion,mayinclude
replacement parts or boards that are either new or
reconditioned, provided that they have functionality
equal to that of the parts being replaced.
• Keep awayfromelectrical appliancessuchasT Vs , radios
and personal computers.
• The unitshouldbe keptawayfromheat sourcessuchas
radiators or cookers.
• Do notdrop.
• Do notsubject thisunit tomechanicalvibration orshock.
• Switchoff thephone inanyareawhere youarerequired
to by special regulations. For example, do not use your
phone in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical
equipment.
• Do nothandle thephonewith wethandswhile itis being
charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously
damage your phone.
• Do notchargea handsetnear flammablematerialas the
handsetcan becomehotand createafirehazard.
Emergency calls
Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile
networks. Ther efore you should never depend solely on your
phone for emergenc y calls. Check with your local service
provider .
• Use yourmobilephone tocallemergency services for
yourself or others in the case of fire, traffic accident or
medical emergencies;
- Australia Dial (0-0-0)
- New Zealand Dial (1-1-1)
- International Dial (1-1-2)
- other local emergency number .
Remember , it is a free call when dialling emergenc y services
from your mobile phone in New Zealand.
Battery information and care
• Y ou donotneed tocompletelydischarge thebattery
before recharging . Unlike other battery systems, there is
no memor y effect that could compromise the battery’ s
performance.
• Use onlyLGbatteriesandchargers.LGchargersare
designed to maximise the battery life.
• Do notdisassemble orshort- circuitthebatter y .
• Keep themetalcontac tsofthe batteryclean.
• Replace thebattery whenit nolongerprovides
acceptable per formance . The batter y may be recharged
hundreds of times before it needs replacing.
• Recharge thebattery ifithas notbeen usedfora long
time to maximise usability.
• Do notexposethe battery chargertodirect sunlightor
use it in high humidit y , such as in the bathroom.
• Do notleavethe batteryin hotorcold places,asthis may
deteriorate battery performance.
• Thereis riskof explosionifthe batteryis replacedwithan
incorrect type.
• Dispose ofusedbatteries accordingtothemanufac turer
’ s instruc tions. Please recycle when possible. Do not
dispose as household waste.
• If youneedto replacethebatter y , takeitto thenearest
authorised LG Electronics ser vice point or dealer for
assistance.
• Others - In the Others folder, you can view files that
are not saved in the Images , Videos , Sounds or SVG
contents folders
Internal memory
• Default folder - This is the provided folder in
advance. Displays the lists of sub folders and files.
• User created folders - These are the folders created
by user in internal memor y . Displays the lists of sub
folders and files.
External memory
• User created folders - These are the folders in
external memor y. Displays the lists of sub folders and
files.
T ools
• Quick menu - It helps you to go to the menu you search
for . Y ou can add item in Q uick menu and also you can
edit the items as per your preference .
• Organiser - Y ou can access Calendar , T asks, Memo and
Calculate date to get the T arget Date.
• Alarm clock- Y ou can set up to 5 alarm clocks to go on
at a specified time.
•Calculat or – This contains the standard functions such
as Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division.
• Voice recorder - Use your V oice recorder to record voice
memos or other sounds.
•Stopwatch – This option allows you to use the function
of a stopwatch.
•Unit conv erter – This converts any measurement into a
unit you want.
•W orld clock – Allows you to determine the current time
inanother timezoneor country.
Internet
Acc essing the I nternet
Y ou can launch the internet browser and access the
homepage of the activated profiles on Internet profiles.
Y ou can also manually enter a URL address and access
the associated web page.
1 In Menu mode, select Internet g Yes to launch your
service provider’ s homepage.
2 Navigateweb pagesusingthe followingkeys:
Navigation:Scrollup ordownon awebpage
OK: Selectan item
Back:Retur ntothe previouspage
Options:Accessa listofbrowseroptions
NOTE: Y ou will incur extra cost by connecting to
these ser vices and downloading content. Check
data charges with your network provider.
Settings
Profiles
Y ou can adj ust and pers onalise the phon e tones fo r
different events, or environments by choosing below
profiles. Normal, Silent, Outdoor, Flight mode and
Customised 1, 2 and 3.
Device
Allows you to set the Device.
• Dat e & time - Y ou can set functions relating to the
date and time.
• Battery status - Shows you the approximate
remaining standby time,remaining call time based on
current battery status.
• Languages - Y ou can change the Device language
for the display texts in your phone . This change will also
affect the Language I nput mode.Also y ou can change the
writing language.
• A uto key lock - Y ou can make the key pad locked
automatically after some time.
• Security - This menu allows you to set the phone’ s
safety .
> PIN code request - Y ou can set the phone to ask for
the PIN code of your SIM card when the phone is
switched on.
> Device lock - Y ou can use a security code to avoid
unauthorizeduse ofthephone.
• Use adry clothto cleantheex teriorofthe unit(donot
usesolventssuch asbenzene,thinner oralcohol).
• Do notchargethe phonewhen itison softfurnishings.
• The phoneshouldbe chargedina wellventilatedarea.
• Do notsubject thisunit toexcessivesmokeordust.
• Do notkeep thephonenex ttocreditcards ortransport
tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic
strips.
• Do nottap thescreenwith asharpobjec tasit may
damage the phone.
• Do notexposethe phoneto liquidormoisture.
• Use accessorieslikeearphones cautiously . Donot touch
the antenna unnecessarily.
Efficient phone operation
Electronics devices
All mobile phones may receive interference, which could
affect per formance.
• Do notuse yourmobilephone nearmedicalequipment
without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone
over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket.
• Some hearingaids mightbedisturbed bymobile phones.
• Minor interferencemayaffectT Vs,radios,PCsetc.
Road safety
Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones
in the area when you drive.
• Do notuse ahand-heldphone whiledriving.
• Givefull attentiontodriving.
• Use ahands-freekit, ifavailable.
• Pulloff theroadand parkbeforemak ingoranswering a
call if driving conditions require you to do so.
• RF energymayaffect someelectronicsystems inyour
vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.
• If yourvehicleis equippedwithan airbag,do not
obstruct it with installed or portable wireless equipment.
This can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injur y
due to improper performance.
• If youarelistening tomusicwhilst outandabout, please
ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that
you are aware of your surroundings. T his is of particular
importance when near roads.
• Alwaysunplug thechargerfrom thewallsocket after
the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power
consumption of the charger .
• Actual batterylife willdependon networkconfiguration,
product settings, usage patterns, battery and
environmental conditions.
Driver Safety Tips
Y our mobile telephone gives you the powerful ability to
communicate almost anywhere, anytime. But an important
responsibility accompanies the benefits of mobile phones,
one that ever y user must uphold.
When driving a car , driving is your first responsibility. When
using your mobile phone behind the wheel of a car, practice
goodcommonsense andrememberthe followingtips:
• Use ahandsfree devicetoadd anadditionallayerof
convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one
of the many hands free accessories available today .
• Letthe personyouare speakingwith knowyou are
driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or
hazardousweatherconditions.Rain, sleet,snow,iceand
evenheavytraffic canbe hazardous.
• Do nottake notesorlook upphonenumbers while
driving. T yping up a “to do” list or flipping through your
address book takes attention away from your primar y
responsibility of driving safely.
• Placecalls whenyouare notmovingor beforepulling
into traffic. T ry to plan calls when you will not be driving.
• Do notengage instressfulor emotionalconversations
that may be distracting. Make people you are talk ing with
aware you are driving and suspend conversations that
have the potential to divert your attention from the road.
• Use yourmobilephone tohelpothers inemergencies.If
you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious
emergency where lives are in danger, call the emergency
number , as you would want others to do for you.
• If youseea brokendownvehicle posingnoserious
hazard,abrokentraffic signal,aminor trafficaccident
where no one appears injured, or a vehicle you k now to
be stolen, call roadside assistance, local traffic autority or
police station.
Ambient T empera tures
Max.: +55°C
Min.: -10°C
Av oid damage to your hearing
Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed
to loud sounds for long periods of time. We therefor e
recommend that you do not turn the handset on or off close
to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes
are set to a reasonable level.
NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones
can cause hearing loss.
Glass Parts
Some par ts of your mobile device are made of glass. This
glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard
surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks,
do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your
mobile device until the glass is replaced by an authorised
service provider .
Blasting area
Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe
restrictions and follow any regulations or rules.
Pot entially explosive atmospheres
• Do notuse yourphoneata refuellingpoint.
• Do notuse nearfuelor chemicals.
• Do nottransport orstoreflammable gas,liquidor
explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as
your mobile phone or accessories.
In aircraft
Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
• Turnyourmobilephone offbeforeboardingany aircraft.
• Do notuse itonthe groundwithoutpermission fromthe
crew .
Children
Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small
children. It includes small par ts which may cause a choking
hazardifdetached.
Charger Batter y
Data cable
NOTE
• Alwaysusegenuine L Gaccessories.
• Failur e todoso mayinvalidateyourwarranty.
• Accessoriesmaybe differentindifferentregions.
Please check with our regional ser vice company or
agent for fur ther enquires.
Acc essories
Various accessories are available for your mobile phone.
These are detailed below .
T echnical Data
Pairing with Another Bluetooth Devic e
By pairing your LG-A353 and another device, your
handset will create a password by default every time you
connect to another handset via Bluetooth.
1 Check your Bluetooth is On and Visible. Y ou can
change your visibilit y in the Settings menu by
selecting M y device visibility and then Visible.
2 Selec t Search new device from the Bluetooth menu.
3 Y our L G-A353 will search for devices. When the search
is complete, Add and Refresh will appear on the
screen.
4 Choose the device you want to pair with, select Add.
When you have chosen a device you want to pair with,
the handset will then create a password by default
every time you connect.
5 Y our phone will then connect to the other device. The
same passcode will need to be entered on this device.
When you have chosen a device you want to pair with,
the handset will then create a password by default
every time you connect.
6 Y our passcode-protected Bluetooth connection is now
ready .
Changing your connectivity settings
1 Press Menu and select Settings.
2 Selec t Connectivity and choose USB Connection.
• Mass storage - Select Mass storage and connect the
handset to your computer . Y ou can then drag and
drop files to the LG-A353 removable device folder .
• PC Suite - Select PC Suite and connect the handset to
your computer in PC Sync mode.
• Music sync - Music Sync can be carried out using
Windows Media Player 10/11 and supports both
Handset Memor y and an External Memory Card.
• Ask always - Selecting this option will allow you to
choose which method to use every time you connect
your handset to your computer .
PC Suite
Y ou can synchronise your PC with your phone to make
sure all your important details and dates match. Y ou can
also backup your files to put your mind at ease.
Installing LG PC Suit e on Y our C omputer
1 Press Menu and select Setting and choose
Connectivity.
2 Selec t USB connec tion and click PC Suite .
3 Connect the handset and PC via USB cable and
wait for a while. Installation guide message will be
displayed.
4 Follow the instruc tions on the screen to complete the
L GPC SuiteInstallerwizard.
5 Once installation is complete, the L G PC Suite icon will
appear on your desktop.
Connecting your phone and PC
1 Selec t PC Suite mode in Connectivit y menu and then
connect the USB cable to your phone and your PC.
2 LG PC Suite will be automatically activated on your PC.
3 Y our phone and PC are now connec ted.
Phone Soft war e update
L G Mobile Phone Soft ware update from internet
For more information on using this function, please visit
thehttp://update.lgmobile.comorhttp://www.lg.com/
common/index.jsp g select country g Support.
This Feature allows you to update the firmware of your
phone to the latest version conveniently from the
internet without the need to visit a ser vice center .
As the mobile phone firmware update requires the user’s
full attention for the duration of the update process,
please make sure to check all instructions and notes
that appear at each step before proceeding . Please note
that removing the USB data cable or battery during the
upgrade may seriously damage your mobile phone.
Guidelines for safe and ecien t
use
Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these
guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.
Exposure to radio fr equenc y energy
THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNA TIONAL GUIDELINES FOR
EXPOSURE T O RADIO W A VES
Y our mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver . It
is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits
for exposure to radio frequency (RF) recommended by
international guidelines (ICNIRP). These limits are part of
comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of
RF energy for the general population.
The guidelines were developed by independent scientific
organisations through periodic and thorough evaluation
of scientific studies. The guidelines include a substantial
safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons,
regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit
of measurement k nown as the Specific Absorption Rate, or
SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0
W/kg*. T ests for SAR are conducted using standard operating
positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified
power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR
is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual
SAR of the device while operating can be well below the
maximum value. This is because the device is designed to
operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power
required to reach the network. I n general, the closer you are
to a base station, the lower the power output of the device.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the public,
compliance with the European R&T TE directive must be
shown. This directive includes as one essential requirement
the protection of the health and the safety for the user and
any other person.
The highest SAR value for this device when tested for use at
the ear is 1.55 W/kg.
This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used
either in the normal use position against the ear or when
positioned at least 1.5 cm away from the body. When a carr y
case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it
should not contain metal and should position the product at
least 1.5 cm away from your body. In order to transmit data