LG TONE-TF8Q Earbuds TONE Free Fit True Wireless User Guide

LG TONE-TF8Q Earbuds TONE Free Fit True Wireless

Product Information

Model: TONE-TF8Q
Specifications:

• Bluetooth connectivity
• Touch controls for music playback and calls
• Fast Pair technology
• Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
• USB-C port for charging and wired connection

Product Usage Instructions

Connecting the Smartphone to Earbuds via Bluetooth

1. Open the settings app on your smartphone and turn on Bluetooth.
2. Open the charging case with the earbuds inside to initiate pairing mode.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions on your smartphone to complete the pairing process.

Wearing Earbuds

1. Bend and separate the earbuds in the charging case.
2. Wear the earbuds and listen for the audio confirmation.

Replacing the Ear Hooks

1. Remove the existing ear hooks and choose the right size for your ears.
2. Insert and align the new ear hooks with the earbuds carefully.

Using Earbuds with Touch Controls
You can control music playback, phone calls, and ANC using touch gestures on the earbuds.

Connecting to an External Device (Plug and Wireless Mode)

1. Connect the USB-C to AUX cable to the charging case.
2. Connect the AUX terminal to your desired device.
3. Wear the earbuds and switch to Plug and Wireless mode for external device usage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How do I adjust the volume on the earbuds?
  A: You can adjust the volume by tapping the left or right ear bud touchpad. Tap once to decrease volume (left) or increase volume (right).

• Q: Can I use only one earbud at a time?
  A: Yes, you can use either the left or right earbud independently for mono audio playback.

For user safety and convenience, please read the user manual before using the product.
Model
TONE-TF8Q

Using Easily in Order
Connecting the smartphone to earbuds with Bluetooth ([ Please refer to “Connecting the Smartphone to Earbuds via Bluetooth” on page 11.)

1. Press the settings app of the smartphone. Then select  Bluetooth and turn on the Bluetooth  function. ( Off > On)
2. Open the cover with earbuds attached to the charging case. The blue battery status indicator on the front blinks. If the blue battery status indicator does not blink, or if you want to connect a device other than the one already connected, touch and hold the touch pad of the left or right earbud for 3 – 5 seconds.
3. When the Fast Pair connection pop-up appears at the bottom of the smartphone screen, touch the pop-up to connect.
4. If the connection pop-up does not show up, search for [TONE-TF8Q] in the Bluetooth® menu of the smartphone and touch it.
   • TONE-TF8Q_LE is not a valid connection model name in the Bluetooth® connection device list. Check the model name you are using and connect with the model name that does not contain “LE”.

Wearing Earbuds

1. In the charging case, bend the inside of the earbuds outward and separate it.
2. Wear the ear hook so that the tip of the wing is on the bottom marked part of the pinna. When wearing,rotate the earbuds little by little to wear it in the most comfortable position.
   • Choose from among small, medium, and large ear hooks to fit your ears and wear it.
3. You will hear an audio confirmation when wearing the earbuds.

Replacing the Ear hooks

1. Grasp the end of the wing of the ear hooks from the earbuds and separate it.
2. Choose an ear hooks that is the right size for your ear, and then insert the ear hooks into the earbuds. Holdthe wing of the ear hooks and turn it little by little to align the hole of the ear hooks with the protrusion of the earbuds. Check the L (left) or R (right) marks on the Ear hooks and Earbuds, then replace the Ear hooks with the Ear hooks in the same direction as the Earbuds.

*Be careful as it may be damaged if you pull on the ear hooks with too much force.

Using earbuds with touch ([ Please refer to “Listening to Music”, “Receiving Phone Call”, and “Listening to Ambient Sound/Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)” on pages 15, 16, and 17.)
You can touch the earbuds to play or pause music, or receive or reject a phone call. You can change how the function operates in the touch pad settings of the LG TONE Free app.

Receiving phone call

Listening to music

Connecting to an external device for use (Plug and Wireless mode)

• If you connect the charging case to an analog device, the touch three times function does not operate.

Listening to ambient sound/Active noise cancellation (ANC)

Connecting to an external device for use (Plug and Wireless mode)([ Please refer to “Connecting and Disconnecting with an Analog Device” on pages 18.)
You can connect the charging case to a device such as an airplane stereo system, treadmill, cassette player, radio, and TV to listen with the earbuds.

1. Connect the USB-C™ port of the included USB-C™ to AUX cable to the charging case.
2. Connect the AUX terminal to a desired device.
3. Wear earbuds on your ears.
4. Slide the Plug and Wireless mode switch to the right to turn on the mode. The indicator on the charging case blinks green.
5. When the charging case and earbuds are connected, the indicator turns off.

• To disconnect the external device, slide the Plug and Wireless mode switch to the left. The indicator on the charging case blinks blue and the device is reconnected to the device that has been previously connected.
• If you cannot find a device which has been previously connected, it enters the Connectable mode.
• Call function is not supported in Plug and Wireless Mode.

Charging ([ Please refer to “Charging by Wire”, “Description on UVnano” on pages 20, 21.)
Wired charging
Connect the charging cable to charge the charging case with earbuds. The earbuds and charging case are charged at the same time.

• If you charge the device with the earbuds attached and the cover closed, the UVnano LED operates for 10 minutes.

Caution

• Please note that the temperature of the earbuds may become higher while the UVnano LED is operating.

Connecting the LG TONE Free app ([ Please refer to “Connecting the LG TONE Free App” on page 23.)

1. Search for “LG TONE Free” on Google Play Store or App Store on your smartphone or scan the QR code below to install the LG TONE Free app.
2. Run the app to use various functions (checking the earbuds battery, voice notification, changing the equalizer mode, checking the information on the last connected location, searching for my wireless earbuds, etc.) Only Android 7.0 or iOS 13 or higher is supported.

Exploring the Product

Charging Case

• A Mood light: When you open the charging case, the mood light turns on and off.
• B Case charging port: You can charge a device or use Plug and Wireless mode.
• C UVnano LED: If you charge the device with the earbuds attached and the cover closed, the UVnano LED operates for 10 minutes.
• D Plug and Wireless mode switch: You can connect analog device and the charging case to listen to the soundthrough the earbuds.
• E Battery status indicator (up): You can check the battery status of the earbuds or charging case.
• F UVnano indicator (down): The UVnano indicator is blue while the UVnano LED is operating.
• G Earbuds charging terminals: You can charge the earbuds by attaching them to the charging case.

Earbuds

• A Ear hooks
• B Speaker mesh (microphone) C Touch pad
• D Microphone
• E Earbuds charging terminals

Note

• Be careful that foreign substances are not over the Earbuds charging terminals.

Connecting with Bluetooth for Use

Connecting the Smartphone to Earbuds via Bluetooth

1. Turn on the Bluetooth® function of your smartphone or a device you want to connect.
2. Open the cover with earbuds attached to the charging case. The blue battery status indicator on the front blinks. If the blue battery status indicator does not blink, or if you want to connect a device other than the one already connected, touch and hold the touch pad of the left or right earbud for 3 – 5 seconds.
3. When the Fast Pair connection pop-up appears at the bottom of the smartphone screen, touch the pop-up to connect.
   • Only Android™ 6.0 or higher is supported, and Bluetooth® and location information settings of the mobile device are required.
4. If the connection pop-up does not show up, select and connect [TONE-TF8Q] in the Bluetooth® menu of the smartphone. (For users of iOS or Android 5.0 or lower)
   • TONE-TF8Q_LE is not a valid connection model name in the Bluetooth® connection device list. Check the model name you are using and connect with the model name that does not contain “LE”.
   • If the earbuds model name is displayed abnormally on the Android device, please change the model name in the Bluetooth® menu of the settings of the connected device.

Note

• To connect with another device, perform the above procedures again.

Multiple Connections

If you use the LG TONE Free app, you can connect and use two devices, such as a smartphone and a PC at the same time.

1. Please activate Multi-Point & Multi-Pairing on the LG TONE Free app.
2. Put the earbuds in the charging case and perform the connecting procedures in the same way.
3. The existing connection device becomes the “main connection device” and the newly connected device becomes the “auxiliary connection device”.
4. You can use the multi-connection function more conveniently in the detailed Multi-Point & Multi-Pairing settings.
5. Of the two devices, the sound of the device with which you played the content lastly is heard. (When the charging case is connected with a USB-C™ to AUX cable in Plug&Wireless mode, it changes to the charging case sound when the “main connection device” is not playing or talking.)

Note

• When the two devices are connected at the same time, the main function operates based on the “main connection device”.

Automatic Reconnection
If you open the charging case of the earbuds, they are automatically connected to the last connected and used device. (If the device cannot be found, it changes to the connectable mode.)
If automatic reconnection is not done, search for earbuds on the device to be connected and connect them manually.

Listening to Sound with Earbuds

Wearing Earbuds

1. In the charging case, bend the inside of the earbuds outward and separate it.

Note

1. If you use an ear gel sized to fit your ears, you can improve performance of active noise cancellation (ANC). You can then listen to music with rich sound quality.
2. Wear the ear hook so that the tip of the wing is on the bottom marked part of the pinna. When wearing, rotate the earbuds little by little to wear it in the most comfortable position.
   • Choose from among small, medium, and large ear hooks to fit your ears and wear it.
3. You will hear an audio confirmation when wearing the earbuds.

Replacing the Ear hooks

1. Grasp the end of the wing of the ear hooks from the earbuds and separate it.
2. Choose an ear hooks that is the right size for your ear, and then insert the ear hooks into the earbuds. Hold the wing of the ear hooks and turn it little by little to align the hole of the ear hooks with the protrusion of the earbuds. Check the L (left) or R (right) marks on the Ear hooks and Earbuds, then replace the Ear hooks with the Ear hooks in the same direction as the Earbuds.

*Be careful as it may be damaged if you pull on the ear hooks with too much force.

Listening to Music

Note

• You can change how to use the function in the touch pad settings of the LG TONE Free app.

Receiving Phone Call

Smartphone call function

Listening to Ambient Sound/Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Listening to ambient sound

The listening to ambient sound function makes you hear outside sounds, so that you can be aware about your surroundings and hazards.

Active noise cancellation (ANC)

The active noise cancellation (ANC) function blocks external sounds during use. Therefore, use it when you do not want to be disturbed while listening to music or watching a video.

• If you touch and hold the left or right earbud, you can switch between active noise cancellation (ANC) and listening to ambient sound.
• You can set listening to ambient sound or active noise cancellation (ANC) functions in the LG TONE Free app.
• You can set listening mode and conversation mode in the LG TONE Free app.
• When using listening to ambient sound function or active noise cancellation (ANC) function, the available time is shorter than while it is turned off.
• The listening to ambient sound or active noise cancellation (ANC) function operates when you are in standby/listening to music/during a call.
  • ANC stands for active noise cancellation.

Caution
When the ambient sound mode is executed, you may hear a loud ambient sound suddenly. Pay attention to safety when using active noise cancellation (ANC) outdoors.

Connecting to an External Device for Use

(Plug and Wireless Mode)
Connecting
You can connect the charging case to an analog device such as audio in airplane seat, treadmill, cassette, radio, TV to listen to the sound with an earbuds.

If you connect the charging case to an analog device, the touch three times function does not operate.

Connecting and Disconnecting with an Analog Device

Connecting with an analog device

1. Connect the USB-C™ port of the USB-C™ to AUX cable to the charging case.
2. Connect the AUX terminal to a desired device.
3. Wear earbuds on your ears.
4. Slide the Plug and Wireless mode switch to the right to turn on the mode.
5. The indicator on the charging case blinks green.
6. When the charging case and earbuds are connected, the indicator turns off.

Disconnecting with an analog device

1. Push the Plug and Wireless mode switch to the left.
2. The indicator on the charging case blinks blue.
3. When disconnected, it is reconnected with the device with which has been previously connected.
   If you cannot find a device which has been previously connected, it enters the Connectable mode.

Note

• The LG TONE Free app cannot be used, and the EQ or touch pad settings are retained.
• Call function is not supported in Plug and Wireless Mode.
• The product may not be compatible with some devices, and certain airplane seats may require a conversion adapter (sold separately).
• If you use the product for a long time, the use time (including the charging case) may be shorter than when connecting and using a smartphone.

Charging

Charging by Wire

If you connect the charging cable, the charging status shows up on the charging case.

Note

• The earbuds and charging case are charged at the same time.
• The Case charging port of the charging case does not support the power supply function to other devices such as smartphone.

Description on UVnano

• The charging case has a built-in UVnano LED to keep the earbuds clean.
• If you charge the device with the earbuds attached and the cover closed, the UVnano LED operates for 10 minutes.
• UVnano is a compound word of UV and nanometer, the unit of UV.

Note

• The UVnano indicator is blue while the UVnano LED is in operation.
• The UVnano charging case removes up to 99.9% of harmful germs from ear gel.
• The white product may have a different color on the UVnano LED contact part, but there is no problem with performance.

Caution

• Please note that the temperature of the earbuds may become higher while the UVnano LED is operating.

Checking Battery Status
If you open the charging case, the battery status of the earbuds is displayed.
When the earbuds are not attached, the battery status of the charging case is displayed.

Note

• If you close the charging case, the battery status of the charging case is displayed.
• When the battery in the charging case is completely consumed, the earbuds cannot be turned on or off. Please charge the charging case.

Battery status indicator

Connecting to the Bluetooth App

Connecting the LG TONE Free App

1. Search for “LG TONE Free” on Google Play Store or App Store on your smartphone or scan the QR code below to install the LG TONE Free app.
2. Run the app to use various functions (checking the earbuds battery, voice notification, changing the equalizer  mode, checking the information on the last connected location, searching for my wireless earbuds, etc.) Only Android 7.0 or iOS 13 or higher is supported.

Safety Precautions

Safety Notices and Warnings

The following “Safety Precautions” are to prevent unexpected dangers or damages, so be sure to read them thoroughly.
‘Safety Precautions’ are divided into ‘Warning’ and ‘Caution.’
WARNING : Failure to follow the instructions may result in serious injury or death.
Caution : Failure to follow the instructions may result in minor injury or product damage.

Warning

• Do not drop the product from a high place.
• Make sure there is no alcohol, or benzene in contact with the product.
• Do not store the product in a wet or dusty place.
• Do not place heavy objects on the product.
• This product is dustproof and waterproof to the IP67 level. (The charging case does not support dustproof and waterproof protection.)
• Do not put in a washing machine or dryer.

Caution

• Do not disassemble, adjust, or repair the product.
• Do not place the product near excessive heat or flammable material.
• The product may be damaged if an incompatible charger is used.
• Keep small components of the product away from infants or children.
• Make sure that foreign objects do not enter the charger’s connectors (Case charging port and power plug). Foreign objects in the charger’s connectors may result in fire or electric shock.
• If you have a medical device implanted, contact your doctor before using this device.
• For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product.
• This product has a built-in battery, and the battery cannot be removed or replaced.
• If you arbitrarily replace the battery or don’t replace it correctly, it may explode.
• The lithium-ion battery is a hazardous component that can cause injury.
• Battery replacement by an unqualified professional can cause damage to your device.
• Do not discard the battery arbitrarily. Follow the local procedure for discarding batteries.
• In order to prevent unnecessary energy consumption, disconnect the device when fully charged. Always use an easily accessible power outlet for charging your device.
• Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
• Do not store or transport at pressures lower than 0.116 bar (11.6 kPa) and at above 9.32 miles (15,000 m) altitude.
• Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard (for example, in the case of some lithium battery types).
• Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, may result in an explosion.
• Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• Do not carelessly throw away old batteries. It can cause an explosion or fire. The disposal method may vary by country and region. Dispose of it in an appropriate manner.

Precautions when Using the Product

• Wipe the product clean if it has been exposed to a lot of sweat.
• Keep the area around the earphones clean.
• If you wear earphones for a long time, it may cause pain, and if the moisture in the ears remains long, it may cause skin trouble.
• If it is not dried properly, the performance may deteriorate. If the earbuds are used with moisture remaining, the performance may deteriorate.
• If it gets wet, dry it with a dry towel or cloth and use it after drying. If the earbuds are washed or wet during use, the touch may malfunction.  the touch may malfunction due to water. To prevent touch malfunction, turn on the touchpad lock function in the LG TONE Free app.
• Do not swim or enter sea water while wearing the product.

Things to Check before Reporting Malfunction

Troubleshooting

If you experience the following symptoms while using the product, please check them again. They may not be malfunctions.

*You cannot use the factory reset and discovery mode in Plug and Wireless mode.

**Appendix
Product Specifications***The use time may vary depending on the connected smartphone or use functions, settings, signal strength, operation temperature, using frequency band, and other use methods.

*Duration of use may vary depending on the connected mobile device, features being used, settings, signal strength, operating temperature, frequency band, and other methods of use. This device was tested in compliance with FCC and ISED RF Exposure limit. (0 mm distance from human head/body (limit 1.6 W/kg @ 1g SAR) and extremity (limit 4.0 W/kg @ 10g SAR)). This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence exempt RSS(s).

**Safety Information

**

Prevention of Hearing Loss

If the volume of the headset is too high, you can experience permanent hearing loss. Set the volume to a safe level. It may sound normal, but if you often listen to high-pitch sounds that can damage your hearing, your ears get used to it over time.
If you feel ringing in your ears or hear faint voice, stop listening and get a hearing test. The louder the volume, the faster your hearing can be damaged.

Experts suggest you to do the followings to protect your hearing.

• Limit the time for using the headset with the high volume.
• Avoid the habit to turn up the volume not to hear loud noises around you.
• If you cannot hear people nearby, turn the volume down.

For how to set the maximum volume limit of the connection device, refer to the user manual provided with the connection device.

Additional Information
Bluetooth® letter trademark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The use of all trademarks is subject to license agreement.
Logos of Android, Google Play, and Google Play, and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC.

Radio frequency exposure
This Bluetooth LG Stereo Headset is a radio transmitter and receiver. When in operation, it communicates with a Bluetooth-equipped mobile device by receiving and transmitting radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (microwaves) in the frequency range 2402 to 2480 MHz. Your Bluetooth headset is designed to operate in compliance with the RF exposure guidelines and limits set by national authorities and international health agencies when used with any compatible mobile phone.

Bluetooth connection precautions

• The following environments affect the range and reception of Bluetooth signals:
• When walls, metal, human bodies, or other obstacles exist between the Bluetooth device and the connected device.
• When equipment that uses 2.4 GHz frequency signals (wireless LANs, wireless phones, microwave ovens, etc.) is placed near the devices being used.
• When using a Bluetooth device (TV, laptop, etc.) other than the mobile phone, the sound quality may be affected by the specifications and performance of the device.

Battery Information
A rechargeable battery has a long service life if treated properly. A new battery or one that has not been used for a long period of time could have reduced capacity the first few times it is used. Do not expose the battery to extreme temperatures, never above +122°F (+50°C) or below +14°F (-10°C). For maximum battery capacity, use the battery at room temperature. If the battery is used in low temperatures, the battery capacity will be reduced. The battery can only be charged in temperatures between +32°F (0°C) and +113°F (+45°C).
[For coin battery application]

• Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate.
• Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death.
• Call a local poison control center for treatment information.
• The compatible battery type is only VDL 1254C
• The nominal battery voltage is 3.7 V
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
• Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above (manufacturer’s specified temperature rating) or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage or explosion resulting in chemical burns.

Registered Trademarks and Licenses
All trademarks and trade names are owned by their respective owners.

“Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPhone may affect wireless performance.

Open Source Software Notice Information
To obtain the source code that is contained in this product, under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses that have the obligation to disclose source code, and to access all referred license terms, copyright notices and other relevant documents, please visit https://opensource.lge.com. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product.

The spelling errors or inaccurate contents in this user manual are subject to change without prior notice by LG Electronics.
The output level shall automatically return to an output level not exceeding RS1 when the power is switched off.

Cleaning Guide

Cleaning Earbud
Clean the speaker hole and air ventilation hole regularly so that they are not blocked by foreign substances (sebum, earwax, etc.).
*If the speaker hole and air ventilation hole are blocked, volume may be low, noise may occur, and the noise canceling performance may be affected.

1. First, separate the ear tip by holding the earbud and carefully pulling the ear gel outwards.
2. Then, clean the hole with a soft brush or cotton swab.

References

• LG Open Source

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