LG KS20 User manual

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KS20 User Guide
- English
This document is the user guide for the LG KS20
3GVideo Mobile Phone. All rights for this document
are reserved by LG Electronics. Copying, modifying
and distributing this document without the consent
of LG Electronics are prohibited.

Part 15.21 statement
" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment. "
Part 15.105 statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. if this
equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be
free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions:
(1) The limited warranty for the product extends for ONE (1) year beginning on the data of purchase
of the product.
(2) The limited warranty extends on to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or
transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.
(3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as
long as it is in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and Canada.
(4) The external housing and cosmetic parts shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms.
(5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of
purchase.
(6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of
LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of
service under this limited warranty.
2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
(1) Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary
manner.
(2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to
moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair,
misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which are not the
fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping blown fuses spills of food or liquid.
(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
(4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was net notified by consumer of the alleged defect
or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period.
(5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.
(6) The limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by
operations law, statutory or otherwise, including, but limited to any implied warranty of
marketability or fitness for a particular use.
(7) Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories.
(8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to
normal customer use.
(9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings.
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(10) Products used or obtained in a rental program.
(11) Consumables (such as fuses).
3. STATE LAW RIGHTS:
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG INFOCOMM INC. SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS
OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, RISING OUT OF THE USE OF,
OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusive of imitation of incidental
or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
To obtain warranty service, please call the following web address:
www.lgeservice.com

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For Your Safety
Important Information
This user 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 guide could void your warranty
for this equipment.
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not
expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom, swimming pool, etc.
Always store your phone away from heat. Never store your
phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than
32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme
weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to
excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage
and/or catastrophic failure.
Be careful when using your phone near other electronic
devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect
nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You
should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical
devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if
they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.
Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station.
Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will
cause the battery to explode.
IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION on
page 78 before using your phone.
Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be
dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this
user guide.
]Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage
the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to
explode.
]Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will
cause the battery to explode.
]Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or
flammable materials.
]Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact
with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.
]Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
]Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as
rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone,
etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.

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For Your Safety
]Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms
to avoid electric shock or fire.
]When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the
hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment is
improperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may be
seriously injured.
]Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
]Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.
(For example: aircraft).
]Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct
sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a
bathroom.
]Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or
greater than 122°F.
]Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,
thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is a
risk of this causing a fire.
]Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such
actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.
]Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone
may generate sparks.
]Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling,
or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause
a fire or electric shock.
]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.
]Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being
charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously
damage your phone.
]Do not disassemble the phone.
]Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it
may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or
fire.
]Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by
LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by
other suppliers.
]Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its
accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in
accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
]Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your
body during a call.
]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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For Your Safety
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of he 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.
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 skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer
for a replacement antenna.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with
the back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2cm) between the
user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79
inches(2cm) must be maintained between the user's body
and the back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and
similar accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.79
inches(2cm) separation distance between the user's body
and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical
body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure
limits and should be avoided.

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For Your Safety
Vehicle Mounted External Antenna
(optional, if available)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) 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
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
may cause undesired operation.
Cautions for Battery
]Do not disassemble.
]Do not short-circuit.
]Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).]
]Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
]Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to your
local wireless carrier for recycling.
]Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammable
materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
]Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phone
and void your warranty.
]The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor use
only.
Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct sunlight
or use it in places with high humidity, such as the bathroom.

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PART OF THE PHONE
Front view
1. Earpiece
2. Touch Screen
Use to write, draw, or make a selection with
the stylus.
3. Send Key
vDials a phone number and answers
incoming calls.
4. OK Key
5. Internal camera lens
6. End Key
vEnds or rejects a call.
FEATURES
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Side view
1. Charger/Cable/Handsfree
connector
2. Side Keys
vPress up or down to adjust the volume.
3. Stylus and Stylus Slot
vUse the stylus to write, draw, or select items
on the touch screen.
4. Power key
vPress to turn o your device temporarily and
switches the device to sleep mode; press an
d hold (about ve seconds) to turn o your
device completely.
When your device is in sleep mode, you can
still use the phone function to receive calls;
however, the phone function is o when
you turn o the device completely.
5. MiniSD Card Slot
6. Internet Explorer
7. Camera key
vPress this key shortly to enter MP3 menu.
vPress and hold this key to activate camera.
FEATURES
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Rear view
Flash
External
Camera Lens
Cable connector/
Battery charging connector
Battery
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KS20 FEATURES
KS20 features
v
This product’s keys on the LCD screen are touch keys.
v
Be sure to read“Cautions forTouch Keys”before using this product.
CAUTIONS FOR
TOUCH KEYS
1. Make sure your hands are clean
and dry.
v
Remove all moisture from the
surface of your hands or the touch
keys in a humid environment.
2.You do not need to press hard on
the touch keys to make them work.
Do not subject the product to severe
impact, as this may damage the
touch key sensors.
3. Use the tip of your finger to press
exactly on the touch key you want,
being careful not to touch the keys
for other functions.
4.When both the home screen and
touch key lights are off, pressing a
touch key will not turn on the home
screen light. Press
E
and the
home screen light will turn back
on(touch keys do not work when the
touch key lights are off).
5.Touch keys may not work normally if
a mobile phone case or plastic cover
is covering them. Also, touch keys
may not work if you are wearing
gloves.
Touch keypad
Hard keys

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6. Keep metal and other conductive
materials away from the surface of
the touch keys, as contact with them
may result in an error.
7.This phone does not allow to use
a pen or a stylus to select menu. If
you use a pen or a stylus, the menus
cannot be activated properly. Use
the phone by only finger.
8.Touch key cannot be activated
properly in hot and humid
environment.
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GETTING STARTED
Getting Started
INSTALLING THE USIM
CARD AND BATTERY
1. Installing the USIM card.
Your USIM card contains your
phone number, service details and
contacts and must be inserted into
your handset. If your USIM card is
removed then your handset becomes
unusable (except for emergency calls
depending on which Country you
are in at the time) until a valid one
is inserted. Always disconnect the
charger and other accessories from
your handset before inserting and
removing your USIM card. Slide the
USIM card into the USIM card holder.
Make sure that the USIM card is
properly inserted and the gold contact
area on the card is facing downwards.
To remove the USIM card, press
down lightly and pull it in the reverse
direction.

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Note
v
The metal contact of the USIM
card can easily be damaged by
scratches. Pay special attention
to the USIM card while handling.
Follow the instructions supplied
with the USIM card.
2. Installing the battery.
Insert the the battery into the battery
compartment as the metal contacts
meet in the middle of the phone.
Push down the top of the battery until
it snaps into place. Place the battery
cover to the phone as shown.
3. To remove the battery.
Turn the phone up-side down, as
shown, gently push down the battery
cover to release and lift off.Then lift up
the battery with your fingers and pull-
out the battery.
Getting Started

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CHARGING THE BAT
TERY
Before connecting the travel adapter
to the phone you must first install the
battery.
1.With the arrow facing you as shown
in the diagram push the plug on the
battery adapter into the socket on
the right side of the phone.
2. Connect the other end of the travel
adapter to the mains socket.
Note
v
Only use the charger included in
the box.
GETTING STARTED
Getting Started

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CAUTION!
• If the battery is completely discharged,
the charging display will appear on the
LCD approximately 1 to 1.5 minutes after
connecting TA.
• 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 when
abroad, use an attachment plug adaptor
for the proper configuration.
• Do not remove your battery or the USIM
card while charging.
WARNNING
• 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 or nails, come into
contact with the battery. This may cause
a fire.
DISCONNECTING THE
CHARGER
Disconnect the travel adapter from the
phone as shown in the diagram below.
Getting Started

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HOW TO USE A MI
CROSD MEMORY
CARD
<MicroSD memory card>
<How to insert a microSD memory
card>
1.Turn the phone off. Inserting or
removing the microSD when the
phone is on may damage the files
stored in the memory card.
2. Lift the plastic cover which protects
the microSD slot.
GETTING STARTED
Getting Started

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3. Insert the memory card into the
slot with the metal contacts facing
down. Do not force the memory
card into the slot, if the card does
not slide in easily, please check that
the card is being inserted the correct
way or if there is a foreign object in
the slot.
4. Once inserted, push the memory
card until you hear a Click, meaning
that the microSD has been correctly
engaged.
5. Close the plastic slot protection.
6.To remove the memory card,
turn the phone off, open the slot
protection and push in memory
card with the tip of your finger into
the slot which will activate the eject
mechanism.
Attention:
vAvoid using the Flash Memory Card
when the battery is low.
vWhen writing to the card, wait for
the operation to complete before
removing the card.
vThe card is designed to fit easily into
the system one way only.
vDo not bend the card or force it into
the slot.
vDo not insert any memory cards
other than those made by microSD.
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vIf the microSD has been formatted
using FAT32, format the microSD
using FAT16 again.
For more information on the microSD,
please refer to the memory card
instruction manual.
MEMORY CARD
FORMATTING
Before you start to use the memory
card you have to format it. After you
insert the memory card, tap Start o
Settings oSystem oMemoryo
Storage Card, and follow the
instructions on the screen.
This operation should only be done
when you insert the memory card
for the first time. During formatting
various folders will be created for
different data types.
TURN THE DEVICE ON
AND OFF
To turn on the device, press the
POWER button.When you turn on the
device for the first time, you are asked
to complete a calibration process. For
more information, see“Calibrate the
device”on next page.
To turn off the device, press
P
again.
Note
v
Pressing
P
turns off your device
temporarily and switches the
device to sleep mode. However,
you can still receive messages and
calls while your device is in the
sleep mode.
GETTING STARTED
Getting Started

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Access codes
You can use the access codes
described in this section to avoid
unauthorised use of your phone. The
access codes (except the PUK and
PUK2 codes) can be changed by using
the Change codes feature [Menu
#.1.4.3].
PIN code (4 to 8 digits)
The PIN (Personal Identification
Number) code protects your USIM
card against unauthorised use.The
PIN code is usually supplied with the
USIM card. When the PIN code request
is set to On, your phone will request
the PIN code every time it is switched
on. When the PIN code request is set
to Off, your phone connects to the
network directly without the PIN code.
PIN2 code (4 to 8 digits)
The PIN2 code, supplied with some
USIM cards, is required to access
functions such as Fixed dial number.
These functions are only available if
supported by your USIM card.
PUK code (8 digits)
The PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) code
is required to unblock a blocked PIN
code. The PUK code may be supplied
with the USIM card. If not, contact
your network operator’s customer
service department for the code.
If you lose the code, contact your
network operator’s customer service
department.
Getting Started
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