28Connecting to Networks and Devices

Connecting to Mobile Networks

When you buy your phone and sign up for service, your phone is configured to use your provider's mobile networks for voice calls and for transmitting data.

Different locations may have different mobile networks available.

Connected to the 3G network (EVDO Rev 0)

Connected to a 2G network (1x)

The more bars that are lit, the stronger the wireless signal

Connected to another wireless service provider’s network (roaming)

To disable data when roaming

You can prevent your phone from transmitting data over other carriers' mobile networks when you leave an area that is covered by your carrier's networks. This is useful for controlling expenses if your cell plan doesn't include data roaming.

1.From the Home screen, press the Menu Key .

2.Touch Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks.

3.Touch Data roaming to remove the checkmark from the box. With Data roaming unchecked, you can still transmit data with a Wi-Fi connection.

Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks

Connected to a Wi-Fi network (waves indicate connection strength)

Notification that an open Wi-Fi network is in range

To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a Wi-Fi network

1.From the Home screen, press the Menu Key .

2.Touch Settings > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings.

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LG Electronics MMBB0394701 manual Connecting to Mobile Networks, Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks, To disable data when roaming