LG LG400G User manual

LG400G User Guide
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depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
LG400G Guía del usuario
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P/N : MMBB0267902 (1.0)
LG400G User Guide G
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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 TWELVE (12) MONTHS
beginning on the date of purchase of the product with valid proof of purchase,
or absent valid proof of purchase, FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from date of
manufacture as determined by the unit’s manufacture date code.
2. The limited warranty extends only 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 and U.S.
Territories.
4. The external housing and cosmetic parts shall be free of defects at the time of
shipment and, therefore, shall not be covered under these limited warranty
terms.
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 not 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.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
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6. This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either
in fact or by operations of law, statutory or otherwise, including, but not 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.
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, ARISING 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 limitation 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:
"IN THE EVENT YOU REQUIRE WARRANTY SERVICE DO NOT RETURN YOUR
PRODUCT DIRECTLY TO LG.
For warranty service information, please contact TracFone/NET-10 at the following
telephone number from anywhere in the continental United States: Tracfone
1-800-867-7183 / NET-10 1-877-TEN-CENT"
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LG400G User Guide
- ENGLISH
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For Your Safety 6
Important Information
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
Safety Information
FCC RF Exposure Information 8
CAUTION 9
Body-worn Operation
Vehicle Mounted External Antenna
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance 10
Cautions for Battery
Battery Disposal
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
Your Phone 11
Phone Components
Your Phone’s Features 12
Display Information 13
On-Screen Icons
Getting Started 14
Installing the SIM
Charging the Battery 15
Turning Your Phone On and
Off 17
Access Codes 17
Security code (4 digits)
General Functions 18
Making a Call
Making a Call by Send Key
Making International Calls
Ending a Call
Making a Call From the Contact List
Adjusting the Volume 19
Answering a Call
Vibrate Mode (Quick)
Signal Strength
Entering Text
T9 Mode 20
ABC Mode
123 Mode (Numbers Mode)
Symbol Mode
Changing the Text Input Mode
Using the T9 Mode
Using the ABC Mode 21
Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode 22
Using the Symbol Mode
T9 dictionary
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Selecting Functions
and Options 23
In-Call Menu 24
During a Call
Conference Calls 25
Menu Tree 27
Prepaid 30
Add Airtime
Buy Airtime
My Phone Number
Airtime Info.
Airtime Display
Serial Number
SIM Number 31
Code Entry Mode
Contacts 32
Contact List
New Contact
Speed Dial List
Caller Groups
Copy All Contacts 33
Delete All Contacts
Information
Check Memory
My Numbers
Games 34
Alarm Clock 35
Messaging 36
New Message
Inbox 37
Drafts
Outbox 38
Sent
Voicemail
Templates 39
Text Templates
Business Card 40
Message settings
Text Message
Voicemail Number
Check Memory
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Recent Calls 41
Missed Calls
Dialed Calls
Received Calls
All Calls
Call Duration
Last Call
Dialed Calls 42
Received Calls
All Calls
My Stuff 43
Games
Audio & Ringtones
Graphics
Tools 44
Alarm Clock
Calendar
Record Voice 45
Notepad
Calculator
Tip Calculator 46
World Clock
Stop Watch 47
Unit Converter
SIM App.
Settings 48
Audio & Ringtones
Ringtones
Volume
Ring Alert Type
Message Alert Tones
Increasing Ringtone
Power On/Off Tones
Display
Wallpapers
Backlight Timer 49
Contrast
Languages
Date & Time
Date Format
Time Format
Call
Call Forwarding
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Answer Mode 50
Send My Number
Call Waiting
Minute Minder
Auto Redial
TTY 51
Send DTMF Tones
Security
PIN Code Request
Fixed Dial Number 52
Change Codes
Power Save
Phone Information
Reset Default 53
Q&A 54
Safety Guidelines 56
Glossary 76
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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 56
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.
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For Your Safety
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] 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.
] 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.
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] 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 o
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.
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
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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 0.6 inches (1.5cm)
between the user’s body and the back
of the phone. To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.6
inches(1.5cm) 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 0.6
inches(1.5cm) 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.
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
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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 it
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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Your Phone
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Phone Components
OK
1. Earpiece
6. Display screen
2. Left soft key
3. Send key
4. Alpha
numeric keys
5. Microphone
7. Navigation key
8. Right soft key
9. PWR/END key
10. Clear Key
11. LED
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Your Phone
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Your Phone’s Features
1. Earpiece: Lets you hear the caller.
2,8. Left soft key/Right soft key: Each
of these keys performs the functions
indicated by the text on the display
immediately above them.
3. Send key: Use to place or answer
incoming calls. Press this key in
standby mode to quickly access the
most recent incoming, outgoing and
missed calls.
4. Alphanumeric keys: Use to enter
numbers or characters and select
menu items.
5. Microphone: Use Left Soft Key to
mute during a call for privacy.
6. Display Screen: Displays messages
and indicator icons. When the
phone is turned on, Power Save
mode automatically dims the screen
and then darkens when no keys are
pressed.
7. Navigation Key: Use for quick
access to Favorite Menu, My Stuff,
Contact List and Tools.
9. PWR/END Key: Use to power the
phone on/off, end calls or return to
the main menu display screen.
10. Clear or 'C' Key: Use to delete single
spaces or characters with a quick
press, but press and hold to delete
entire words. Will also back you out
of menus, one level at a time.
Status Color Function
Incoming Calls Blue Blinks in case of incoming call.
New Message (SMS) Blue Blinks for 5 secs after you have received a message.
Alarm/Schedule Alert Blue Blinks for 5 secs after Alarm or Alert starts.
Roaming Calls Blue Blinks during the roaming call.
In Charging Red The light is on.
Charging Charging Complete Blue The light is on.
Error Red Blinks if the phone is not charging properly.
Power On/Off Blue Blinks for 1 second when the phone is powered on.
Blinks for 1 second when the phone is powered off.
11. LED
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Your Phone
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Display Information On-Screen Icons
The table below describes various
display indicators or icons that appear
on the phone’s display screen.
Icon area
Soft key
indications
Text and graphic
area
Area Description
First line Displays various
(Icon area) icons. See opposite
side of page for icon
and description.
Middle lines Display messages,
(Text and instructions and any
graphic area)information that you
enter, such as
number to be dialed.
Last line Shows the functions
(Soft key currently assigned to
indications) the two soft keys.
Icon Description
Indicates the strength of the
network signal.
Indicates the battery charge
level.
Indicates a call is in progress.
Indicates the alarm has been
set and is on.
Indicates the Schedule
function.
Indicates the receipt of a
message.
Indicates the receipt of a
voicemail.
Indicates Ring has been set
for alert.
Indicates Silent has been set
for alert.
Indicates Vibration has been
set for alert.
Indicates the speakerphone
has been activated.
Indicates the TTY has been
set and is on.
Menu
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Getting Started
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Installing the SIM
When you subscribe to a cellular
network, you are provided with a plug-
in SIM loaded with your subscription
details, such as your PIN, any optional
services available and many others.
1. If necessary, switch off the phone by
holding down the [PWR/END]
key until the power-off image
displays.
2. Remove the battery. To do so:
Turn the phone over and detach the
the back cover by sliding it
downwards. Move the battery latch
down and lift the battery from the
battery compartment.
3. Slide the SIM into the SIM socket so
that it locks the card into place.
Make sure that the notched corner
is top left and the gold contacts of
the card face into the phone.
Important!
The plug-in SIM and its contacts can
be easily damaged by scratching or
bending the card, so be careful when
handling, inserting or removing it.
Keep all SIM out of the reach of small
children.
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Getting Started
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4. To insert the battery, align the
golden contacts of the battery with
the corresponding connectors on
the battery compartment. Press
down on the opposite end of the
battery until it snaps into place.
5. Attach the back cover by sliding up
into position until it clicks.
Charging the Battery
The use of unauthorized accessories
could damage your phone and void
your warranty.
To use the travel charger provided
with your phone:
1. With the battery in position on the
phone, connect the lead from the
travel charger to the bottom of the
phone. Check that the arrow on the
lead connector is facing towards the
front of the phone.
2. Connect the travel charger to a
standard AC wall outlet. Only use
the travel charger that was
provided with the phone.
Note
When you need to remove the SIM,
slide it, as shown, and take it out of
the socket.
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3. When a phone has been charged
fully, disconnect the travel charger
from the phone by pulling the
connector out.
Notice
If the battery fails to charge
completely:
]After turning the phone on and
off, please attempt to recharge
the battery.
]After detaching and reattaching
the battery, please attempt to
recharge the battery.
Warning
The travel charger must be
unplugged before you remove the
battery, otherwise, the phone could
be damaged.
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Getting Started
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Turning Your Phone On
and Off
1. To turn your phone on, hold down
the [PWR/END] key for 3
seconds.
2. If the phone asks for a PIN, enter the
PIN and the key.
The phone will search for your
network. When it has successfully
found your network, it will go to the
idle screen as illustrated below. From
the idle screen, you can make or
receive a call.
3. To turn your phone off, hold down
the PWR/END key for 3
seconds.
Access Codes
You can use the access codes
described in this section to avoid
unauthorized use of your phone. The
access codes can be changed by using
the Change Codes feature (Menu
9.5.3).
Security code (4 digits)
The security code protects your phone
from unauthorized use. The default
security code is set to ‘0000’ and the
security code is required to delete all
phone entries and to activate the
Restore Factory Settings menu. The
security code default setting can be
modified from the Security Settings
menu.
Note
The display language is preset to
Automatic at the factory. To change
the language, use the Languages
menu option (Menu 9.2.4).
Menu
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