LG MG191a User manual

MG191a
User Guide

Unpacking 8
For Your Safety 9
Your Phone 14
Phone Components 14
Your Phone’s Features 15
Display Information 17
Getting Started 19
Installing the SIM Card 19
Charging the Battery 22
Turning Your
Phone On and Off 24
Access Codes 25
Barring Password 25
General Functions 26
Making a Call 26
Making a Call by Send Key 26
Making International Calls 26
Ending a Call 26
Making a Call
From the Contact List 27
Adjusting the Volume 27
Answering a Call 27
Vibrate Mode (Quick) 28
Signal Strength 28
Entering Text 28
Selecting Functions
and Options 33
Address Book 34
In-Call Menu 35
During a Call 35
Making a Second Call 35
Swapping
Between Two Calls 35
Answering an Incoming Call 35
Rejecting an Incoming Call 36
Muting the Microphone 36
Multiparty or
Conference Calls 37
Making a Second Call 37
Setting Up a
Conference Call 37
Activate the
Conference Call on Hold 37
Adding Calls to the
Conference Call 37
Private Call in a
Conference Call 38
Ending a Conference Call 38
Menu Tree 39
Messaging 42
New Messages 42
Inbox 43
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Table of Contents

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Sent 44
Drafts 44
Voice Mail 45
Listen To Voice Mail 45
Voice Mailbox Number 45
Download Messages 46
Inbox
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Receive 46
Info Service 46
Receive 47
Inbox 47
Topics 47
Alert 47
Auto Display 47
Languages 47
Templates 48
Templates 48
Business Card 48
Settings 49
Text Message 49
Download Message 49
Info Service 49
Memory Status 50
Games 51
Settings 52
Sounds 52
Ring tones 55
Volume 52
Ring Alert Type 52
Message Alert Tones 52
Key Tones 53
Power On Tones 53
Display 53
My Wallpaper 53
Backlight Timeout 53
Languages 54
Contrast 54
ScreenSaver 54
Date & Time 55
Set Date 55
Date Format 55
Set Time 55
Time Format 55
Call Settings 56
Call Forwarding 56
Answer Mode 57
Send My Number 57
Call Waiting 57
Minute Minder 57
Automatic Redial 57
Send DTMF 58

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Security 58
PIN Code Request 58
Auto Key Lock 58
Call Barring Service 59
Fixed Dial Number (FDN) 60
Change Codes 60
Connection 61
Network Selection 61
GPRS Attach 62
Reset Setting 62
Recent Calls 63
Missed Calls 63
Dialed Calls 63
Received Calls 63
Delete Recent Calls 64
Call Durations 64
Last Received Call 64
Last Dialed Calls 64
Received Calls 64
Dialed Calls 64
All Calls 64
Reset All 64
Address Book 65
Contact List 65
New Contact 66
Speed Dials 66
Caller Groups 67
Copy All 68
Delete All 68
Settings 68
Information 69
Fun & Tools 70
My Media 70
Alarm Clock 71
Calendar 72
Calculator 73
Memo 73
World Time 74
Unit Converter 75
Web Access 76
Home 77
Favorites 77
Go To URL 78
Access Point 78
Cache Settings 79
Clear Cache
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Disallow Cache 79
SIM Service 80

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Q & A 81
Accessories 84
Safety Guidelines 86
Glossary 90
Index 103

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Check to make sure that you have all the parts shown below.
Unpacking
Handset
Standard
Battery User Guide
Travel Adapter Headset

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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 a snowstorm 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 inadequately
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
102 before using your phone.
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Safety Information
Please read and observe the following information for the safe and proper
use of your phone and to prevent any unanticipated damage. Also, keep the
user’s manual in an accessible place at all times after reading it.
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Unplug the power cord and charger during a lightning storm to avoid
electric shock or fire.
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Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone may
generate sparks.
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Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust, and keep the
minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources.
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Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or
subjecting it to heat. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause fire
or electric shock.
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Hold the power cord plug firmly to plug and unplug the power cord.
Ensure the plug is firmly connected. If it is not firmly connected, it may
cause excessive heat or fire.
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Do not place a heavy item on the power cord. Do not allow the power
cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or electric shock.
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Be careful not to let the battery contact metal conductors such as a
necklace or coins. When shorted, it may cause an explosion.
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Do not disassemble or impact the battery as it may cause electric shock,
short-circuit, and fire. Store the battery in a place out of reach of
children.
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Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your mouth may cause
serious injury.
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Charging is displayed on the screen after connecting the travel adapter.
Only if the battery is totally empty, Call indicator Light is on without
displaying “Charging”.
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Do not place items containing magnetic components such as a credit
card, phone card, bank book or a subway ticket, near your phone. The
magnetic strip can be damaged by the phone.
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Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a
call.
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Talking on your phone for a long period of time may reduce the call
quality due to heat generated during the use of the phone.
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Do not allow excessive vibration or impact to the phone.
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When you do not plan to use the phone for a long period of time, store it
in a safe area with the power cord unplugged.
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications (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.
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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 (2.0cm) between the use's body and the back of
the phone.To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.79 inches (2.0cm) 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 a 0.79 inch (2.0 cm) 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 (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
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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
its accessories must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Cautions for Battery
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Do not disassemble.
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Do not short-circuit.
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Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).
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Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
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Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to your local wireless
carrier for recycling.
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Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
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Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phone and void your
warranty.
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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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1. Earpiece 6. Active flip
7. Display screen
8. Navigation key
2. Left soft key
3. Send key
9. Right soft key
10. Message key
5. Microphone
4. Alpha numeric
keys
Phone Components
Your Phone
12. Clear key
11. End / Power key

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Your Phone’s Features
1. Earpiece
2, 9. Left soft key/Right soft key: Each of these keys
perform the functions indicated by the text on the display immediately
above them.
3. Send key: You can dial a phone number and answer incoming calls.
Press this key in standby mode to quickly access the most recent
incoming, outgoing and missed calls.
4. Alphanumeric keys: These keys are used to dial a number in standby
mode and to enter number or characters in edit mode.
5. Microphone: Can be muted during a call for privacy.
6. Active flip: Open the flip to answer an incoming call and close to end
the call.
7. Display screen: Displays phone status icons, menu items, Web
information, pictures and more in full color.
8. Navigation key: Use for quick access to phone functions.
10. Message key: Use to retrieve or send text messages.
11. End/Power key: Allows you to power the phone on or off, end calls, or
return to Standby Mode.
12. Clear key: Allows you to delete the characters entered or return you to
the previous screen.
Your Phone

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Ear-microphone
jack
External
display
Backlight
A backlight illuminates the display and the keypad. When you press any
key or open the folder, the backlight turns on. It turns off if no key is
pressed within a given period of time, depending on the Backlight menu
option. After one minute, the display turns off to conserve your battery
power. To specify the length of time the backlight is active, set the
Backlight menu option (Menu 8.2.2). See page 86 for further details.
External Display
Your phone has an external display on the cover. It indicates when you
have an incoming call or a message. It also alerts you at the specified time
when you set an alarm by turning on its backlight and showing
corresponding icon on it.
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Icon area
Text and
graphic area
Soft key
indications
Display Information
Your Phone
Area Description
First line Displays various icons. See page 18
Middle lines Display messages, instructions and Any information that
you enter, such As number to be dialed.
Last line Shows the functions currently Assigned to the two soft
keys.

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Your Phone
On-Screen Icons
The table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear
on the phone’s display screen.
Icon Description
Indicates the strength of the network signal.
Indicates a call is in progress.
Indicates that you are roaming off the network.
Indicates that GPRS service is available.
Indicates the alarm has been set and is on.
Indicates the status of the battery charge.
Indicates call forwarding option has been selected.
Indicates the receipt of a text message.
Indicates the receipt of a MMS message.
Indicates the receipt of a voice mail.
Indicates that the vibration ringer has been set.
Indicates the Silent profile is activated.
Indicates the Headset profile is activated.
Indicates the Car profile is activated.
Indicates the General profile is activated.
Indicates that you can use the download message service.
Indicates the Schedule function.

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Getting Started
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in
SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any
optional services available and many others.
nImportant! The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by
scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or
removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small
children.
1. If necessary, switch off the phone by holding down the key until
the power-off image displays.
2. Remove the battery. To do so:

3. Slide the SIM card into the SIM card socket so that it locks the card into
place. Make sure that the notched corner is bottom left and the gold
contacts of the card face into the phone.
nNote When you need to remove the SIM card, slide it, as shown, and take it out
of the socket.
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Getting Started

4. Position the lugs on the down of the battery into the retaining holder.
Then push the bottom of the battery into position until it clicks.
5. Attach back cover by sliding up into position until it clicks.
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Getting Started

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Getting Started
Charging the Battery
Use of unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and invalidate
your warranty.
To use the travel adapter provided with your phone:
1. With the battery in position on the phone, connect the lead from the
travel adapter 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 adapter to a standard AC wall outlet. Only use the travel
adapter that comes included with the package.
nWarning You must unplug the adapter before we remove the battery from the
phone during charging; otherwise, the phone could be damaged.
3. When charging is finished, disconnect the adapter from the power outlet
and from the phone by pressing on the gray tabs on both sides of the
connector while pulling the connector out.
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