LG DM-L210 User manual

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CONTENTS
TABLE OF
Safety Precautions 5
Welcome 8
Important Information 8
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance 8
Technical Details 9
FCC RF Exposure Information 11
Bodily Contact During Operation 11
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna 11
Caution 11
Phone Overview 12
Key Functions 13
Menus Overview 15
Getting Started 16
The Battery 16
Installing the Battery 16
Removing the Battery 16
Charging the Battery 17
Battery Charge Level 17
Turning the Phone On and Off 17
Turning the Phone On 17
Turning the Phone Off 18
Signal Strength 18
Screen Icons 19
Making Calls 20
Correcting Dialing Mistakes 20
Redialing Calls 20
Receiving Calls 20
Quick Access to Convenient Features 21
Mute Function 21
Volume Quick Adjustment 21
Call Waiting 21
Caller ID 21
Speed Dialing 22
Entering Information 23
Text Input 23
Text Input Modes 23
Text Input Examples 24
Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory 27
Contacts Entries 27
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CONTENTS
TABLE OF
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The Basics of Storing Contacts Entries 27
Options to Customize Your Contacts 28
Editing Contacts Entries 30
Deleting 33
Phone Numbers with Pauses 34
Searching Your Phone’s Memory 35
Using Phone Menus 37
Menu Access 37
Contacts 38
Access and Options 38
1. Find/Add Entry 38
2. Groups 39
3. Speed Dial 39
4. Voice Dial 39
5. Services 40
Messaging 41
Access and Options 41
1. Call History 42
1. Recent 42
2. Missed 42
3. Received 43
4. Dialed 43
5. Delete Call History 43
2. Voicemail 44
3. Create Message 44
1. Text Message 44
2. Pix Message 45
4. Inbox 46
1. Text Message 46
2. Pix Message 47
5. Outbox 47
1. Text Message 47
2. Pix Message 48
6. Drafts 48
1. Text Message 48
2. Pix Message 48
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CONTENTS
TABLE OF
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Family CenterTM 49
Accessing Family CenterTM 51
Family LocatorTM Service 51
Family MonitorTM Service 54
Family Alert!TM Service 57
Call Control Feature 61
Entertainment 63
Accessing Entertainment 63
Shopping 63
Previewing 64
Purchasing/Downloading 64
Ringtones 65
Images 68
Theme It 71
Games 72
Disney Zone 73
Applications 74
Toolbox 76
Access and Options 76
1. My Profile 76
2. Camera 76
1. Take Pix 76
2. Pix Gallery 78
3. Camcorder 79
1. Record Video 79
2. Video Gallery 79
4. Voice Recorder 80
1. Record Voice 80
2. Voice Gallery 80
5. Tools 81
1. Bluetooth®81
2. Calendar 82
3. Alarm Clock 83
4. Notepad 84
5. EZ Tip Calculator 85
6. Calculator 85
7. World Clock 86
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CONTENTS
TABLE OF
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6. Settings 86
1. Display 86
2. Volume 88
3. Roaming 89
4. Messaging 90
5. Bluetooth 92
6. Security 93
7. Setup / Others 95
8. Phone Info 98
Safety 100
TIA Safety Information 100
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal 100
Antenna Care 101
Phone Operation 101
Tips on Efficient Operation 101
Driving 101
Electronic Devices 101
Pacemakers 102
Hearing Aids 102
Other Medical Devices 102
Health Care Facilities 103
Vehicles 103
Posted Facilities 103
Aircraft 103
Blasting Areas 103
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere 103
For Vehicles Equipped with an Airbag 104
Safety Information 105
Charger and Adapter Safety 105
Battery Information and Care 105
Explosion, Shock and Fire Hazards 106
General Notice 106
FDA Consumer Update 108
Consumer Information on SAR 116
Warranty Information 118
Manufacturer’s Warranty 118
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Please follow these simple guidelines. Breaking these rules
may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is
given in this user guide.
WARNING! Violation of the instructions may
cause serious injury or death.
1. Never use an unapproved battery since
this could damage the phone and/or
battery and could cause the battery to
explode.
2. Never place your phone in a microwave
oven as it will cause the battery to
explode.
3. Do not dispose of your battery by fire or
with hazardous or flammable materials.
4. Make sure that no sharp-edged items (such
as an animal’s teeth or nails) come into
contact with the battery. There is a risk of
this causing a fire.
5. Store the battery out of reach of children.
6. Small parts are a choking hazard. Always
exercise caution around small children.
Some of contents in this user guide may be
different from your phone depending on the
software of the phone or your service provider.
Features and specifications might be subject to
change without prior notice.
PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY
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1. Unplug the power cord and charger during
lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
2. When in a car, do not leave your phone or set up
the hands-free kit near the air bag. If wireless
equipment is improperly installed and the air
bag is activated, you could be seriously injured.
3. Do not use a handheld phone while driving.
4. Do not use the phone in areas where its use is
prohibited (i.e.: aircraft, hospital).
5. Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to
direct sunlight or use it in places with high
humidity, such as a bathroom.
6. Never store your phone in temperatures less
than 5°F (-15°C) or greater than 122°F (50°C).
7. Do not use harsh chemicals (i.e.: alcohol,
benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean
your phone. This may cause a fire.
8. Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone
severely. Such actions may harm the internal
circuit boards of the phone.
9. Do not use your phone in high explosive areas.
10. Do not damage the power cord by bending,
twisting, pulling or heating. Do not use the
Battery Charger if it is loose as it may cause a
fire or electric shock.
PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY
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1. Do not place any heavy items on the power cord.
Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it
may cause fire or electric shock.
2. Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is
being charged. It may cause an electric shock or
seriously damage your phone.
3. Do not disassemble the phone.
4. Do not place or answer calls while charging the
phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or
cause electric shock or fire.
5. Only use the batteries, antennas and chargers
provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to
products provided by other suppliers.
6. Only authorized personnel should service the
phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or
service may result in accidents or invalidate the
warranty.
7. Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact
with your body during a call.
8. An emergency call can be made only within a
service area. For an emergency call, make sure
that you are within a service area and that the
phone is turned on.
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WELCOME
Congratulations for choosing the advanced and compact
DM-L210 cellular phone, designed to operate with the latest
digital mobile communication technology, Code Division
Multiple Access (CDMA). Along with the many advanced
features of the CDMA system, such as greatly enhanced
voice clarity, this phone offers:
1. Large, easy-to-read, 9-line backlight LCD with status
icons.
2. Paging, messaging, voicemail and caller ID.
3. 21-key keypad.
4. Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
and configuration.
5. Any key answer, auto answer, auto retry, one-touch dial
and speed dialing with 99 memory locations.
Important Information
This user’s guide provides important information on the use
and operation of your phone. Please read all the information
carefully prior to using the phone for the best performance
and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any
unapproved changes or modifications will void your
warranty.
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance
This device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device and its accessories must
accept any interference received, including interference that
causes undesired operation.
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Technical Details
The DM-L210 is an all-digital phone that operates on both Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies: cellular services at
800 MHz and Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz.
Also, the DM-L210 works on Advanced Mobile Phone Service
(AMPS). We call it a tri-mode phone.
CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS (Direct Sequence
Spread Spectrum) that enables the phone to keep communication
from being crossed and to use one frequency channel by multiple
users in the same specific area. This results in a 10-fold capacity
increase when compared with analog mode. In addition, features
such as soft/softer handoff, hard handoff, and dynamic RF power
control technologies combine to reduce call interruptions.
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WELCOME
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The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of MSO (Mobile
Switching Office), BSC (Base Station Controller), BTS (Base
Station Transmission System) and MS (Mobile Station). The
following table lists some major CDMA standards.
* TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and ANSI
J-STD-008
1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in the
wireless section as IS-95. High-speed data transmission is
also possible.
CDMA Standard
Basic Air
Interface
TIA/EIA-95A
TSB-74
ANSI J-STD-008
TIA/EIA-IS2000
ANSI TIA/EIA 553A
CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface
14.4kbps radio link protocol and
inter-band operations
IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency
band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface
Advanced Mobile Phone Service
MAS-BS
PCSC-RS
Intersystem operations
Non-signaling data comm.
Cellular base station
Cellular mobile station
PCS personal station
PCS base station
Speech CODEC
TIA/EIA/IS-634
TIA/EIA/IS/651
TIA/EIA/IS-41-C
TIA/EIA/IS-124
TIA/EIA/IS-97
TIA/EIA/IS-98
ANSI J-STD-018
ANSI J-STD-019
TIA/EIA/IS-125
TIA/EIA/IS-96-B
TIA/EIA/IS-99
TIA/EIA/IS-637
TIA/EIA/IS-657
IS-801
TIA/EIA/IS-707-A
Speech CODEC
Async Data and Fax
Short message service
Packet Data
Position Determination Service
(gpsOne)
High Speed Packet Data
Network
Service
Performance
Designator Description
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FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating
the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with
its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human
exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-regulated
transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by
both U.S. and international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC guidelines and these international
standards.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the phone kept 3/4 inches (2 cm)
from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 3/4 inches (2 cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back
of the phone, including the antenna, whether extended or retracted. Third-party belt-clips,
holsters and similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used.
Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain 3/4 inches (2 cm) distance between
the user’s body and the back of the phone and have not been tested for compliance with
FCC RF exposure limits.
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna
(Optional, if available.)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) must be maintained between
the user / bystander and the vehicle-mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF
exposure requirements. For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC
website at www.fcc.gov.
CAUTION! Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of
unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call quality,
damage the phone, void your warranty and/or result in violation of FCC
regulations.Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin a minor burn may
result. Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.
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OVERVIEW
PHONE
Soft Key Buttons
Talk
End (Power)
Navigation Key
Menu/OK
Voice Services
Key
Accessory Jack
Microphone
Charger Jack
Headset Jack
Back (Clear)
Volume Control
Display Screen
Earpiece
Signal
Strength
Indicator
Battery Strength
Indicator
Speaker Key
Camera Key
Digital Camera
Flash
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Key Functions
Signal Strength Indicator represents the signal strength by
displaying bars. The more bars displayed, the better the signal
strength.
Soft Key Buttons let you select softkey actions or menu items
corresponding to the bottom left and right lines on the display
screen.
Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for
convenient, hands-free conversations.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect
jack may damage the phone.
Talk allows you to place or receive calls, answer Call Waiting, or
activate Voice Dial.
Volume Control allows you to adjust the ringer volume in standby
mode (with the phone open) or adjust the voice volume during a
call. The volume key can also be used to scroll up or down to
navigate through the different menu options. To mute the ringer
during an incoming call, press the volume key up or down.
Voice Services Key for quick access to voice dials. Also press
and hold during standby mode or during a conversation to record
a voice memo.
Speaker Key enables your phone’s built-in speaker, allowing you
to hear other callers.
Back (Clear) deletes characters from the display in text entry
mode. When in a menu, press the Back key to return to the previous
menu. This key also allows you to return to the previous screen.
Accessory Jack allows you to connect optional accessories, such
as a USB cable.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect
jack may damage the phone.
Digital Camera This is the lens for the integrated digital camera.
Flash allows you to take pictures indoors or at night. It also
functions as a Message Waiting Indicator.
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Charger Jack connects the phone to the battery charger.
Microphone allows the other caller to hear you clearly when
you are speaking to them.
Navigation Key scrolls through the phone’s menu options
and acts as a shortcut key from standby mode.
Up = Entertainment
Down = Menu
Right = Messaging
Left = Family Center
Camera Key In standby mode, allows you to access the
Pictures menu with the press of a button. Press and hold to
automatically launch the Camera.
End (Power) ends a call. Press and hold this key for two
seconds to turn your phone on or off. While in the main
menu, it returns the phone to standby mode and cancels
your input. When you receive an incoming call, press the
volume key to silence the ringer.
Menu/OK selects the highlighted choice when navigating
through a menu.
Display Screen displays all the information needed to
operate your phone, such as the call status, the Contacts list,
the date and time, the signal and battery strength, etc.
Battery Strength Indicator represents the amount of
remaining battery charge currently available in your phone.
When all bars are displayed in the battery icon, the phone’s
battery is fully charged. When no bars are displayed, the
phone’s battery is completely discharged.
Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
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OVERVIEW
PHONE
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Menus Overview
1. Contacts
1. Find/Add Entry
2. Groups
3. Speed Dial
4. Voice Dial
5. Services
1. Guest Services
2. Dir Assistance
3. Road Assistance
4. Check Usage
2. Messaging
1. Call History
1. Recent
2. Missed
3. Received
4. Dialed
5. Delete Call History
2. Voicemail
1. Call Voicemail
3. Create Message
1. Text
2. Pix
4. Inbox
1. Text
2. Pix
5. Outbox
1. Text
2. Pix
6. Drafts
1. Text
2. Pix
3. Family Center
TM
1. Family Locator
TM
2. Family Monitor
TM
3. Family Alert!
TM
4. Call Control
5. Shop Family
6. View Info
7. C h e c k U p g r a d e
4. Entertainment
1. Ringtones
2. Images
3. Theme It
4. Games
5. Disney Zone
6. Applications
7. W e b
5. Toolbox
1. My Profile
2. Camera
1. Take Pix
2. Pix Gallery
3. Camcorder
1. Record Video
2. Video Gallery
4. Voice Recorder
1. Record Voice
2. Voice Gallery
5. Tools
1. Bluetooth
2. Calendar
3. Alarm Clock
4. Notepad
5. Ez Tip Calculator
6. Calculator
7. World Clock
6. Settings
1. Display
2. Volume
3. Roaming
4. Messaging
5. Bluetooth®
6. Security
7. Setup/Others
8. Phone Info
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The Battery
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep the
battery charged while not in use in order to maximize talk
and standby time. The battery charge level is shown at the
top of the LCD screen.
Installing the Battery
To install, insert the battery into the opening on the back
of the phone and gently press down until the latch snaps
into place.
Removing the Battery
1. Make sure the power is off so that you don’t lose any
stored numbers or messages.
2. Press the battery release latch up and remove the battery
from the phone at a 45-degree angle.
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STARTED
GETTING
NOTE: It is important to fully charge the battery
before initial use of the phone.
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Charging the Battery
To use the charger provided with your phone, plug the end of the
adapter into the phone's charger port and the other end into an
electrical outlet. The charge time varies depending upon the
battery level. The maximum charge time for a fully discharged
battery is 3 hours.
WARNING! Use only the charger provided with the phone.
Using any charger other than the one included with the
DM-L210 may damage your phone or battery.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of the LCD screen.
When the battery charge level becomes low, the low battery sensor
alerts you in three ways: sounding an audible tone, blinking the
battery icon, and displaying LOW BATTERY WARNING! If the battery
charge level becomes exceedingly low, the phone automatically
switches off and any function in progress is not saved.
Turning the Phone On and Off
Turning the Phone On
1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to an external
power source such as a cigarette lighter charger or hands-free
car kit.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen lights up.
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Fully Charged Fully Discharged
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GETTING
Turning the Phone Off
1. Press and hold until the display turns off.
Signal Strength
Call quality depends on the signal strength in your area. The
signal strength is indicated on the screen as the number of
bars next to the signal strength icon: The more bars, the
better the signal strength. If the signal quality is poor, move
to an open area. If you are in a building, the reception may
be better near a window.
NOTE: Like any other radio device, avoid any
unnecessary contact with the antenna while your
phone is on.
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Screen Icons
When the phone is powered on, the top line of the LCD screen
displays icons indicating the status of the phone.
To see the icons below, go to Menu->Toolbox->Settings->Phone
Info-> Icon Glossary.
Signal Strength Indicator. The strength of the signal received
by the phone is indicated by the number of bars displayed.
Roaming Indicator. The phone is outside of the home service area.
Indicates your Disney connection is active (data is being transferred).
Camera or Picture is activated
Battery Indicator. Indicates battery charge level.
Indicates ringtone volume is set to vibrate.
In Use Indicator. A call is in progress. No icon indicates
the phone is in standby mode.
No Service Indicator. The phone is not receiving a system signal.
Indicates you have voicemail messages.
Indicates you have new pix messages
Speaker On.
Dialed Calls. Received Calls.
Alarm.
Missed Calls.
Location On. Location Off.
Bluetooth
TTY mode.
Low Battery New Messages
Indicates Ringtone Off/Silent: All mode is set.
Indicates ringtone and
vibrate mode is set.
Camcorder or Video
is activated
Indicates you have new text messages.
SSL.
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Audio Via Bluetooth
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GETTING
Making Calls
1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press for
about 3 seconds.
2. Enter the phone number (include the area code if needed).
3. Press .
lf the phone is locked, enter the lock code.
Call Failed indicates the call did not go through.
4. Press to end the call.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
If you make a mistake while dialing a number, press
once to delete the last digit entered or hold down for at
least 2 seconds to delete all digits.
Redialing Calls
Press twice to redial the last number. The last 50
numbers dialed are stored in the call history list and can be
accessed for redial by pressing and using the down
navigation key until you reach the desired number and
pressing again.
Receiving Calls
When the phone rings or vibrates, press to answer.
Press to end the call.
NOTE: If you press or (the side keys) while the
phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted for
that call.
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