LG KG245 - Cell Phone 8 MB User manual

KG245 USER GUIDE
Some of contents in this manual may differ from your
phone depending on the software of the phone or your
service provider.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 6
FOR YOUR SAFETY 7
GUIDELINES FOR SAFE
AND EFFICIENT USE 8
KG245 FEATURES 13
Parts of the phone
Display information 16
On-Screen Icons
GETTING STARTED 18
Installing the SIM card and
battery 16
Charging the Battery 19
Disconnecting the adapter 20
GENERAL FUNCTIONS 21
Making and answering calls
SELECTING FUNCTIONS
AND OPTIONS 27
IN-CALL MENU 28
MENU TREE 31
PROFILES 34
Activate
Personalise
Rename 35
CALL REGISTER 36
Missed calls 32
Received calls 32
Dialled calls 32
Delete recent calls 37
Call charges 33
Call duration 33
Call costs 33
Settings
GPRS information 38
Call duration 34
Data volumes 34

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TOOLS 39
Alarm clock 57
Bluetooth 36
My devices 36
Handsfree devices 36
Settings 36
Calculator 40
Unit converter
World time 35
Voice recorder 41
Record 36
View list
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ORGANISER 42
Contacts 38
Search 38
Add new 38
Caller groups 43
Speed dial 41
Settings 44
Copy all 40
Delete all 45
Information 41
Scheduler 46
Add new 42
View 42
View all 42
Delete past 47
Delete all 42
Memo 43
MESSAGES 48
New Message
Write text message
Write multimedia
message 49
Inbox 51
Outbox 52
Drafts
Listen to voice mail 53
Info message
Read
Topics
Templates 54
Text templates
Multimedia templates
Signature

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Settings 54
Text message 50
Multimedia message 55
Voice mail centre 56
Info message
Push messages
CAMERA 57
Take picture 53
Take in modes 58
Take continuously
Album 54
All pictures 54
General pictures 54
Mode pictures
PhoneBook pictures 59
Settings 55
Memory status 57
Clear album
Auto save
SETTINGS 60
Date & Time 57
Set date 57
Date format 57
Set time 57
Time format 57
Phone settings 57
Display settings 57
Language 61
Call settings 58
Call divert 58
Answer mode 62
Send my number
Call waiting 63
Minute minder 60
Auto redial 60
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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and
compact KG245 mobile phone, designed to operate
with the latest digital mobile communication
technology.
This user’s guide contains important information on
the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the
information carefully for optimal performance and to
prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any
changes or modifications not expressly approved in
this user’s guide could void your warranty for this
equipment.
INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE
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]Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or
shock.
]The coating of the phone may be damaged if
covered with wrap or vinyl wrapper.
]Use dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit. (Do
not use solvent such as benzene, thinner or alcohol.)
]Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.
]Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or
transport tickets; it can affect the information on the
magnetic strips.
]Do not tap the screen with a sharp object;
otherwise, it may damage the phone.
]Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.
]Use the accessories like an earphone cautiously. Do
not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
ELECTRONICS DEVICES
All mobile phones may get interference, which
could affect performance.
]Do not use your mobile phone near medical
equipment without requesting permission. Avoid
placing the phone over the pacemaker, i.e. in your
breast pocket.
]Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile
phones.
]Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.
ROAD SAFETY
Check the laws and regulations on the use of
mobile phones in the areas when you drive.
]Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
]Give full attention to driving.
]Use a hands-free kit, if available.
]Pull off the road and park before making or
answering a call if driving conditions so require.
GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE

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]RF energy may affect some electronic systems in
your motor vehicle such as car stereo, safety
equipment.
]When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do
not obstruct with installed or portable wireless
equipment. It can cause serious injury due to
improper performance.
BLASTING AREA
Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.
Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or
rules.
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERES
]Do not use the phone at a refueling point. Don’t use
near fuel or chemicals.
]Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or
explosives in the compartment of your vehicle, which
contains your mobile phone and accessories.
IN AIRCRAFT
Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
]Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any
aircraft.
]Do not use it on the ground without crew
permission.
CHILDREN
Keep the phone in a safe place out of small children’s
reach. It includes small parts which if detached may
cause a choking hazard.
EMERGENCY CALLS
Emergency calls may not be available under all cellular
networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely
on the phone for emergency calls. Check with your
local service provider.
GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE
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BATTERY INFORMATION AND
CARE
]You do not need to completely discharge the battery
before recharging. Unlike other battery systems,
there is no memory effect that could compromise
the battery’s performance.
]Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are
designed to maximize the battery life.
]Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.
]Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.
]Replace the battery when it no longer provides
acceptable performance. The battery pack may be
recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.
]Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a
long time to maximize usability.
]Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight
or use it in high humidity, such as the bathroom.
]Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, this
may deteriorate the battery performance.
GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE

KG245 FEATURES
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PART OF THE PHONE
KG245 FEATURES
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Camera
lens
Side keys
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Side
camera key
Flash
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Side camera key
Sub LCD
Side keys
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In standby mode (opened): Volume of key tone
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In standby mode (closed): Backlight on (long press)
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In menu: scroll up & down
]
During a call: volume of the earpiece
Holes for a
carrying strap
SIM card
socket
Battery terminals
Battery latch
SIM card terminals
Battery pack
Battery cover
Charger connector/Cable connector

KG245 FEATURES
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KG245 FEATURES
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Menu Contacts
Alpha numeric keys
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In standby mode: Input numbers
to dial
Hold down
– International calls
– Activate Voice mail
centre menu
to – Speed dials
– Activate Timer in Take
picture mode
]
In editing mode: Enter numbers
& characters
Earpiece
Microphone
Main LCD
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To p
Signal strength, battery level
and various function
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Bottom
Soft key indications

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KG245 FEATURES
Rear view
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Confirm key
End key
]Switched on/off (hold down)
]End or reject a call.
Send key
]Dial a phone number and answer a call.
]In standby mode: shows recently dialled, received
and missed call.
Clear key
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Navigation key
] In standby mode:
Briefly: List of Favorites
Briefly: List of Auto answer
Briefly: List of Messages
Briefly: List of Profiles
Hold down: Activate
/Deactivate Vibrate mode
]In menu: scroll up & down
Scheduler hot key
]Activate the Scheduler menu directly.
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Soft keys
]These keys perform the function Indicated in the
bottom of the display.
Camera hot key

DISPLAY INFORMATION The screen displays several icons. There are described
below.
ON-SCREEN ICONS
KG245 FEATURES
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KG245 FEATURES
Icon area
Text and graphic area
Soft key indications
Icon Description
Tells you the strength of the
network signal.*
Call is connected.
You can use GPRS service.
Shows that you are using a
roaming service.
The alarm has been set and is on.
Area Description
First line Displays various icons. See page 17.
Middle lines Display messages, instructions and Any
information that you enter, such As
number to be dialled.
Last line Shows the functions currently
Assigned to the two soft keys.
Menu Contacts

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KG245 FEATURES
Icon Description
Tells you the status of the battery.
You have received a text message.
You have received a voice message.
You can view your schedule.
Vibrate only menu in profile.
General menu in profile.
Loud menu in profile.
Silent menu in profile.
Headset menu in profile.
You can divert a call.
Indicates that the phone is
accessing the WAP.
Indicates that you are using GPRS.
Note
]*The quality of the conversation may change
depending on network coverage. When the signal
strength is below 2 bars, you may experience
muting, call drop and bad audio. Please take the
network bars as indicator for your calls. When
there are no bars, that means that there is no
network coverage: in this case, you won’t be able
to access the network for any service (call,
messages and so on).

INSTALLING THE SIM CARD
AND THE HANDSET BATTERY
Make sure the power is off before you remove the
battery.
1. Remove the battery cover.
Press the battery release latch and slide the battery
cover toward the bottom of the phone. And remove
the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery.
Hold the top edge of the battery and lift the battery
from the battery compartment.
3. Install the SIM card
Insert the SIM card into the holder. Slide the SIM
card into the SIM card holder. Make sure that the
SIM card is inserted properly and that the gold
contact area on the card is facing downwards. To
remove the SIM card, press down lightly and pull it
in the reverse direction.
GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
Note
]Removing the battery from the phone when the
power is on may cause the phone to malfunction.
To insert the SIM card To remove the SIM card

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GETTING STARTED
4. Install the battery.
Insert the bottom of the battery first into the
bottom edge of the battery compartment. Push
down the top of the battery until it snaps into
space.
5. Replace the battery cover.
Lay the battery cover in place of the phone and
slide it until the latch clicks.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
To connect the mains adapter to the phone, you must
have installed the battery.
Caution
]The metal contact of the SIM card can be easily
damaged by scratches. Pay special attention to
the SIM card while handling.
Follow the instructions supplied with the SIM
card.

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1. With the arrow facing you as shown in the diagram
push the plug on the battery adapter into the
socket on the bottom of the phone until it clicks
into place.
2. Connect the other end of the mains adapter to the
mains socket. Use only the included packing charger.
3. The moving bars of battery icon will stop after
charging is complete.
DISCONNECTING THE ADAPTER
1. When charging is finished, the moving bars of the
battery icon stop and ‘Full’ is displayed on the
screen.
2. Unplug the adapter from the power outlet.
Disconnect the adapter from the phone by pressing
the grey tabs on both sides of the connector and
pull the connector out.
GETTING STARTED
Caution!
]Do not force the connector as this may damage
the phone and/or the travel adapter.
]Insert the battery pack charger vertically to wall
power outlet.
]If you use the battery pack charger out of your
own country, use an attachment plug adapter for
the proper configuration.
]Do not remove your battery or the SIM card while
charging.
Warning!
]Unplug the power cord and charger during
lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
]Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as
animal teeth, nails, come into contact with the
battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
]Do not place or answer calls while charging the
phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or
cause electric shock or fire.

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GETTING STARTED
Note
]Ensure the battery is fully charged before first
using the phone.
]Do not remove the battery or SIM card while
charging.
]In the case the battery is not properly charged,
please turn the phone off and on using the power
key, then recharge the battery. After detaching
and reattaching the battery, please recharge the
battery.

GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
TURNING YOUR PHONE ON
AND OFF
Turning your phone ON
1. Install a battery to the handset and connect the
phone to an external power source such as the travel
adapter, cigarette lighter adapter or
hands-free car kit. Or install a charged battery pack
to the handset.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen
is turned on.
3. Depending on the status of the PIN code request
setting you may need to enter your PIN code.
Turning your phone OFF
1. Press
turned off.