LG KU580 User manual

KU580 User Guide
- English
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This document is the user guide for the
LG KU580 3G Video 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.

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Introduction 5
For Your Safety 6
Guidelines for Safe
and Efficient Use 7
KU580 Features 13
Parts of the phone
How to Use Touch
Keys 17
Getting Started 19
Installing the USIM card and
battery
Charging the Battery 20
Disconnecting the
charger 21
How to use a microSD
memory card
Memory card formatting 22
Turning the handset
on/off 23
Access codes
Display information 24
General Functions 27
Making and answering calls
Entering text 29
Changing the text input
mode 30
Using the T9 Modes
Using the ABC Mode 31
Using the 123 (Number)
mode 32
Using the symbol mode
Overview of Menu
Functions 33
Entertainment 34
Games & Applications
Mobile TV
Vodafone live! 35
Homepage
Enter URL
Enter address
Bookmarks
Saved pages 36
History
Browser settings
Profiles
Character encoding
Scrolling control
Show image
Cache 37
Cookies
JavaScript
Reset settings
Security
Music 38
Now playing
Recently played
My music
All tracks
Playlists

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Artists 38
Albums
Genres
Shuffle tracks
Radio DJ 39
My channels
RDJ channels
RDJ Compilations
My Account
FM radio
My wishlist
Music store
Song recognition
Camera 40
Camera
Video recorder 43
Messaging 46
Create new
Message
Email 47
Postcard 48
Voice messages
Inbox 49
Drafts 50
Outbox
Sent Items 51
Email
Templates 53
Text templates
Multimedia templates
Emoticons
live! Studio
Messaging settings
Text message 54
Multimedia message
E-mail 56
Info. service 59
Service message
My Files 60
Pictures
Sounds 61
Videos
Game & Applications 63
Others
External memory 64
Organiser & Tools 65
Quick menu
Alarms
Calendar 66
Tasks 67
Memo 68
Voice recorder
Calculator 69
Converter 70
Currency
Surface
Length
Weight 71
Temperature
Volume
Velocity 72
World time
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Table of Contents
Contacts 73
Add new
Contacts list
Groups
Speed dials
Service dial numbers
Own number 74
My business card
Settings
View contacts from
Show image/avatar
Copy all
Move all
Clear contacts
Calls 75
All calls
Dialled calls
Received calls
Missed calls
USIM Tool Kit 76
Video call 77
During a video call
Incoming video call
Settings 79
Phone settings
Profile
Date & time 80
Language 81
Flight mode
Security
Power save 84
Memory status
Primary storage setting
Handset Information
Reset settings
Display settings 85
Main display
Menu style
Font
Backlight
Welcome message
Java settings 86
Messaging settings
Call settings 86
Call durations
Call barring 87
Fixed dial numbers 89
Data volume
Call costs
Diverts
Call waiting 92
Voicemail 93
Video call
Common settings 94
Contact settings 95
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Synchronisation 99
Network
Access points 100
Browser settings
Streaming 102
Accessories 103
Technical data 104
Index 105

Introduction
Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase of the
advanced and compact KU580 3G video
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.
Use of phone cases with magnetic locks
with slide type phones has caused
problems such as loss of network signal
and phones powering off.

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.

KU580 Features
KU580 Features
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Parts of the phone
Open view
Earpiece
Navigation keys
] In standby mode:
List of Profiles
Contacts list
Messaging
Calendar
] In menu: Navigates menus.
LCD screen
] Top: Icons showing signal
strength, battery level and
various other functions
] Bottom: Soft key
indications
Alpha numeric keys
] In standby mode: Input
numbers to dial. Hold down:
for international calls.
to dial voice mail centre.
to for speed dials.
] In editing mode: Enter
numbers & characters.

KU580 Features
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KU580 Features
Left soft key/ Right soft key
Performs the function indicated at the bottom of
the display.
Confirm key
Selects menu options and confirms actions.
Clear key
] Clears a character with each press. Hold
the key down to clear all input.
Send key
] Dials a phone number and answers a call.
] In standby mode: Shows a history of calls
made, received, and missed.

KU580 Features
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Left side view Right side view
Side keys
] In standby mode (open):
Key tone volume adjustment
] In standby mode (closed):
Turns the LCD light on.
] In menu: Scrolls up & down.
] During a call: Earpiece volume
adjustment
Headset/Charger/Cable
connector
End key
] Switch on/off (hold down)
] End or reject a call.
Menu key
] Opens the main menu.
] Opens the task manager
(Long press).
Music hot key
] Accesses the Music menu.
Goes to MP3 player (whilst
playing music).
Note
] To protect your hearing
while the slide is open,
maximum volume level is 3.
Note
] Please ensure phone is
powered on and in idle
mode before connecting
the USB cable.
Micro SD memory card slot

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KU580 Features
KU580 Features
Rear view

How to Use Touch Keys
How to Use Touch Keys
Cautions for Touch Keys
1. Make sure your hands are clean and dry.
- 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 normally.
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
and the home screen light will turn
back on(touch keys do not work when the
touch key lights are off).
5. If the slide is closed and the Touch
Protection function is on, during calls the
Touch key Lock function is automatically
enabled. (For details, see “Touch Key
Status When Using Mobile Phone”.)
]This product’s keys on the slide are touch keys.
]Be sure to read “Cautions for Touch Keys” before using touch keys.
Touch keypad
Touch key shortcut
image
Note:You can enable
this feature in the
display settings menu
[Menu #.2.1.1].
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How to Use Touch Keys
How to Use Touch Keys
6. Touch keys may not work normally if a
mobile phone case or plastic cover is
covering them. Also, touch keys may not
work normally if you are wearing gloves.
7. Keep metal and other conductive materials
away from the surface of the touch keys, as
contact with them may result in an error.
Touch Key Status When
Using Mobile Phone
When the slide is closed, to prevent
indiscreet action of the touch keys whilst
using the phone or during calls, the Touch
Protection function is automatically enabled.
(In this case, the touch keys will not work
even if they are pressed)
1. When slide is closed
- When the slide is closed, the Touch
Protection function is automatically
enabled. (Opening the slide will
automatically disable it.)
- To disable Touch Protection when the slide
is closed, press the volume key twice.
- After disabling Touch Protection, if there is
no key action for a certain duration
(3 seconds), the Touch Protection function
is enabled again.
2. During calls
- During calls, regardless of slide status, the
Touch Protection function is automatically
enabled.
- To disable the Touch Protection, press any
key except .
- After disabling the Touch key Lock,
if there is no key action for a certain
duration (3 seconds), the Touch Protection
function is enabled again.
Note
] For user convenience, the touch key
image with the functions of each
touch key is shown on the home
screen when purchasing products.

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) 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.
To insert the USIM card To remove the USIM card
2. Installing the battery.
Slide the battery upwards until it snaps back
into place.
Note
] 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.
Getting Started
Getting Started
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To remove the battery.
Turn the power off. (If the power is left on,
there is a chance you could lose the stored
telephone numbers and messages.)
Press and hold down the battery release
button and slide the battery down.
Charging the Battery
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 left side of
the phone until it clicks into place.
2. Connect the other end of the travel
adapter to the mains socket.
3. The moving bars on the battery icon will
stop after charging is complete.
4. Ensure the battery is fully charged before
using the phone for the first time.
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Getting Started
Note
] Only use the charger included in the box .
CAUTION!
• Do not force the connector as this may
damage the phone and/or the travel adapter.
• 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.

Disconnecting the
charger
Disconnect the travel adapter from the
phone as shown in the diagram below.
How to use a 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.
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 or nails, come into contact with
the battery.
This may cause a fire.
Getting Started
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<MicroSD memory card>