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LG CG180 User Manual

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  • Page 1 CG180 User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Your Safety ..... 6 Your Phone ..... . . 11 Phone Components .
  • Page 3 Text .........35 Business Card .
  • Page 4 My Stuff ......46 Game ........46 Audio &...
  • Page 5 Handset Information ....55 Reset Default ......55 Q &...

  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    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.
  • Page 7 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.

  • Page 8: Fcc Rf Exposure Information

    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.
  • Page 9 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.

  • Page 10: Cautions For Battery

    For Your Safety 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.

  • Page 11: Your Phone

    Your Phone Phone Components 1. Earpiece 6. Display screen 7. Navigation key 8. Right soft key 2. Left soft key 9. End / Power key 3. Send key 4. Alpha numeric keys 5. Microphone...

  • Page 12: Your Phone's Features

    Your Phone Your Phone’s Features 1. Earpiece 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: 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.

  • Page 13: Display Information

    Speakerphone Backlight A backlight illuminates the display and the keypad. When you press any key, the backlight turns on. It turns off if no key is pressed within a given period of time, depending on the Backlight Timer menu option. To specify the length of time the backlight is active, set the Backlight Timer menu option (Menu 9.2.3).
  • Page 14 Your Phone On-Screen Icons The table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear on the phone’s display screen. Icon Indicates the strength of the network signal. Indicates that GPRS service is available. Indicates the status of the battery charge. Indicates a call is in progress.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Getting Started Installing the SmartChip When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SmartChip loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others. Important! The plug-in SmartChip and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card.

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started 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.

  • Page 17: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    3. When a phone has been charged fully, disconnect the travel charger from the phone by pulling the connector out. Notice If your phone is powered on while charging, you’ll see the bars in the battery indicator icon cycle. When the battery is fully charged, the bars in the battery indicator icon will flash on and off.

  • Page 18: Access Codes

    Getting Started 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 9.5.4). Security code (4 digits) The security code protects the unauthorized use of your phone.

  • Page 19: Selecting Functions And Options

    Selecting Functions and Options Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize the phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys marked the left soft key and the right soft allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.

  • Page 20: General Functions

    General Functions Making a Call 1. Make sure your phone is powered on. 2. Enter a phone number including the area code. To edit a number on the display screen, simply press the key to erase one digit at a time. Press and hold the the entire number.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the up/down navigation key of the phone. Answering a Call When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears on the screen.

  • Page 22: Entering Text

    General Functions Entering Text You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message, or creating scheduling events in the calendar all require entering text. The following text input methods are available in the phone.

  • Page 23: Using The Abc Mode

    As new letters are added, the word changes to reflect the most likely candidate from the dictionary. 1. When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode, start entering a word by pressing keys key per letter. The word changes as letters are typed - ignore what’s on the screen until the word is typed completely.

  • Page 24: Using The Symbol Mode

    General Functions Characters in Display Order Upper Case . , - ? ! ' @ : 1 A B C 2 D E F 3 G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 P Q R S 7 T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 Space Key,...

  • Page 25: In-Call Menu

    In-Call Menu Your phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. To access these functions during a call, press the right soft key [Options]. During a Call The menu displayed on the handset screen during a call is different than the default main menu displayed when in idle screen, and the options are described below.

  • Page 26: Conference Calls

    In-Call Menu Speaker On. The speakerphone indicator ] will display on the display screen. The loudspeaker is automatically deactivated when you end the call. Warning Because of the higher volume level, don’t place the phone too close your ear while the speakerphone is enabled.

  • Page 27: Adding Calls To The Conference Call

    In-Call Menu Adding Calls to the Conference Call To add a call to an existing conference call, press the right soft key, and then select the Join Calls sub menu from the Conference Call option. Private Call in a Conference Call To have a private call with one caller from a conference call, press the right soft key...

  • Page 28: Menu Tree

    Menu Tree The following illustration shows the available menu structure and indicates the: Number assigned to each menu option. Page where you can find the feature description. 1. Alarm Clock (see page 31) 2. Messaging (see page 32) 2.1 New Message 2.2 Inbox 2.3 Drafts 2.4 Outbox...
  • Page 29 4. MEdia Net (see page 39) 4.1 MEdia Net Home 4.2 Favorites 4.3 Go to URL 4.4 Network Profiles 4.5 Cache Settings 4.5.1 Clear Cache 4.5.2 Allow Cache 4.6 Security Certificates 4.7 Information 5. AT&T Mall (see page 41) 5.1 Shop Tones 5.2 Shop Graphics 5.3 MEdia Net Home Menu Tree...
  • Page 30 Menu Tree 9. Settings (see page 49) 9.1 Audio & Ringtones 9.1.1 Shop Tones 9.1.2 Ringtones 9.1.3 Volume 9.1.4 Ring Alert Type 9.1.5 Message Alert Tones 9.1.6 Increasing Ringtone 9.1.7 Power On/Off Tones 9.2 Display 9.2.1 Shop Graphics 9.2.2 Wallpapers 9.2.3 Backlight Timer 9.2.4 Contrast 9.2.5 Languages...

  • Page 31: Alarm Clock

    Alarm Clock Set the alarm to ring at a specific time. In the Set Alarm Clock menu, the following options are available: On: Set the time(hour and minute) for activating the alarm. 1. Enter the menu. 2. Select [On] by pressing the right/left navigation keys.

  • Page 32: Messaging

    Messaging New Message You can write and edit text messages of up to 913 characters. 1. Type in a message using key presses. For details on how to enter text, refer to page 22 (Entering Text). 2. After completing the message select the required option by pressing the right soft key [Options].

  • Page 33: Inbox

    Inbox You will be alerted when you receive a message. They will be stored in the Inbox. In the Inbox, you can identify each message by icons. The following [Options] are available in the Inbox list. View: You can view the received messages.

  • Page 34: Outbox

    Messaging Outbox If the message transmission fails, you can save the message in the Outbox. The following [Options] are available in the Outbox list. View: View the message you choose. Delete: Deletes the message you choose. Edit: Allows you to edit the selected message.

  • Page 35: Templates

    Templates There are 6 predefined messages in the list. You can view and edit the template messages or create new messages. Text (Menu 2.7.1) • Please call me back • I’m late. I will be there at • Where are you now? •...

  • Page 36: Voicemail Number

    Messaging Subject: You can enter the SMS Subject when this menu is on. Bearer Setting: You can select GSM or GPRS. Contact your network operator or service provider for information related to setting a selected bearer, pricing and connection speed. Voicemail Number Allows you to change the voicemail server number, if necessary.

  • Page 37: Recent Calls

    Recent Calls You can check the record of missed, received, and dialed calls only if the network supports the Calling Line Identification (CLI) within the service area. The number and name (if available) are displayed together with the date and time of the call.

  • Page 38: All Calls

    Recent Calls All Calls (Menu 3.5.4) Total Duration of all calls made and incoming calls since the timer was last reset. Data Information Menu 3.6 You can check the amount of data transferred over the network through the GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) information option.

  • Page 39: Media Net

    This function allows you to store and edit frequently accessed sites. The following [Options] are available. Note Your phone may have some pre-installed bookmarks for sites not affiliated with LG. LG does not warrant or endorse these sites. Menu 4.1 Menu 4.2...

  • Page 40: Go To Url

    MEdia Net If you choose to access them, you should take the same precautions for security or content as you would with any site. View: Display the favorite title and URL Delete: Allow you to erase the selected favorite Edit: Modify the existing favorite item Move to Folder: Move the selected favorite to the folder that you've created.

  • Page 41: At&T Mall

    AT&T Mall Shop Tones This menu option connects to AT&T’s ringtone download site. Note Additional charges may incur when downloading ringtones. Contact your service provider for further information. Shop Graphics This menu option connects to AT&T’s graphic download site. Note Additional charges may incur when downloading graphics.

  • Page 42: Tools

    Tools Alarm Clock For further details, see page 31. Calendar When you enter this menu a calendar will be displayed. The square cursor is used to locate a particular day. The orange colored date indicates schedule(s) on for that day. This function helps to remind you of the schedule.

  • Page 43: Record Voice

    Record Voice Allows you to record a memo. You can record up to 3 voice messages with each message up to 30 seconds. You can use the Voice Memo feature to: • Play the recorded voice memos • Delete one or all voice memos 1.

  • Page 44: Tip Calculator

    Tools Note To input a decimal point, press the 3. To calculate the result, press the key. Tip Calculator This feature allows you to quickly and easily calculate the tip amount based on the total bill as well as the split of the total bill based on the number of people.

  • Page 45: Unit Converter

    Unit Converter This function converts any measurement into the unit you want. There are 4 types that can be converted into units: Length, Surface, Weight, and Volume. 1. You can select one of four unit types by pressing the right soft key [Unit]. 2.

  • Page 46: My Stuff

    My Stuff Game You can play the game that is pre-installed on the phone. Audio & Ringtones The right soft key [Options] will bring up the following options. Set as Ringtone: You can set as the Ringtone with the selected audio file. Note Sounds supplied as default can only be used under the Set as Ringtone mode.

  • Page 47: Address Book

    Address Book Contact List This menu allows you to save and manage contact address information. The Contact List functions allow you to add a new address or search saved contact addresses by name. New Contact This menu allows you to add a new contact address.

  • Page 48: Copy All Contacts

    Address Book Copy All Contacts This menu allows you to copy all of the information from your SmartChip, e.g. name, handset number, etc., to your handset vice versa. If a name is duplicated during the copying operation, the information is also duplicated. SmartChip to Handset: You can copy the entry from the SmartChip card to the handset memory.

  • Page 49: Settings

    Settings Audio & Ringtones There are 4 sound modes: General, Vibrate All, Silent All and Ear Mic. General, Vibrate All and Silent modes can be changed from the Volume menu under Ringtone. In addition, pressing and holding the key on idle screen mode can swap Normal and Vibrate mode.

  • Page 50: Backlight Timer

    Settings You have various preset images available. You can also select any images downloaded from the Internet. 2. Press the right soft key [View] when the required image is highlighted. 3. Press the right soft key [Set], then the selected image will be displayed in standby mode.

  • Page 51: Call

    Call Call Forwarding (Menu 9.4.1) When this network service is activated, you can direct your incoming calls to another number, for example, to your voice mailbox number. For details, contact your service provider. Select one of the divert options, for example, select If busy to divert voice calls when your number is busy or when you reject incoming calls.

  • Page 52: Send My Number

    Settings Send My Number (Menu 9.4.3) This network service allows you to set your phone number to be displayed On or hidden Off from the person to whom you are calling. You can select Set by Network if you prefer to have different settings for different service provider.

  • Page 53: Security

    Security Various codes and passwords are used to protect the features of your phone. They are described in the following sections (see pages 18) Request PIN Code (Menu 9.5.1) When the PIN code request feature is set to ‘Enable’ , you must enter your PIN each time you switch the phone on.

  • Page 54: Change Codes

    Settings Change Codes (Menu 9.5.4) The Change codes feature allows you to change your current password to a new one. You must enter the current password before you can specify a new one. You can change the access codes for: Security Code, PIN1 Code, PIN2 Code Note PIN: Personal Identification Number.

  • Page 55: Handset Information

    Settings Handset Information Menu 9.7 This menu is used to view My Numbers, Manufacturer and Model Name information etc. Reset Default Menu 9.8 You can easily reset your phone to its default configuration. To do so, proceed, as follows. 1. Select the Reset Settings menu option. 2.

  • Page 56: Q&A

    Q&A Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with the phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for a service or calling a service engineer. How do I view the list of outgoing calls, incoming calls and missed calls? Press the [SEND] key.
  • Page 57 Why does the phone heat up? The phone may get hot when there is a very long call duration or when games are played or even when surfing the Internet for a long time. This has no effect upon the life of the product or performance.

  • Page 58: Accessories

    Accessories There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Consult your local dealer for availability. Travel Adapter This adapter allows you to charge the battery. It supports standard U.S. 120 Volt 60Hz outlets. It takes under 4 hours to charge a completely discharged battery.

  • Page 59: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines TIA Safety Information Provided herein is the complete TIA Safety Information for Wireless Handheld phones. Inclusion of the text covering Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other Medical Devices is required in the owner’s manual for CTIA Certification. Use of the remaining TIA language is encouraged when appropriate.

  • Page 60: Phone Operation

    Safety Guidelines Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use.

  • Page 61: Hearing Aids

    If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your phone OFF immediately. Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your...

  • Page 62: Charger And Adapter Safety

    The battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging. Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your phone model since they are designed to maximize battery life. Do not disassemble or impact the battery as it may cause electric shock, short-circuit, and fire.

  • Page 63: General Notice

    Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery can be recharged several hundred times before replacement. Recharge the battery after long periods of non-use to maximize battery life. Battery life will vary due to usage patterns and environmental conditions. Use of extended backlighting, MEdia Net Browsing, and data connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby...

  • Page 64: Fda Consumer Update

    Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Center. Do not paint your phone. The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the phone, or upgrade of the software.
  • Page 65 radiofrequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when in the standby mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.
  • Page 66 Safety Guidelines that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level. The following agencies belong to this working group: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Environmental Protection Agency Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Administración de la seguridad y salud laborales) Occupational Safety and Health...
  • Page 67 greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called ‘cordless phones, ’ which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures far below the FCC safety limits.
  • Page 68 Safety Guidelines 5. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk? A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed.
  • Page 69 Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts with independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users.
  • Page 70 Safety Guidelines measuring the radio frequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and leadership of FDA scientists and engineers. The standard, ‘Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial- Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human Body Due to Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental Techniques, ’...
  • Page 71 products, you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use. 10. What about children using wireless phones? The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure to radiofrequency energy (RF), the measures described above...

  • Page 72: Driver Safety Tips

    Safety Guidelines Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a ‘compatible’ phone and a ‘compatible’ hearing aid at the same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000.
  • Page 73 valuable features most phones offer, including automatic redial and memory. Also, work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without taking your attention off the road. 2. When available, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessories are readily available today.
  • Page 74 Safety Guidelines distracting. Stressful or emotional conversations and driving do not mix; they are distracting and even dangerous when you are behind the wheel of a car. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and if necessary, suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road.

  • Page 75: Consumer Information On

    Consumer Information on SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) This Model Phone Meets the Government’s Requirements for Exposure to Radio Waves. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
  • Page 76 Safety Guidelines worn on the body, as described in this user’s manual, is 0.35 W/kg. (Body-worn measurements differ among phones models, depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements.) While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure.

  • Page 77: Glossary

    Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations used in this booklet and take full advantage of the feature on your mobile phone, here are a few definitions. Call Barring Ability to restrict outgoing and incoming calls. Call Divert Ability to reroute calls to another number.
  • Page 78 Glossary Roaming Use of your phone when you are outside your home area (when traveling for example). SDN (Service Dial Number) Telephone numbers supplied by your network provider and giving access to special services, such as voicemail, directory inquiries, customer support and emergency services.

  • Page 79: Index

    Index Accessories... 67 Add Member... 57 Address Book... 57 Adjusting the Volume... 21 Alarm Clock ... 53 All Calls ... 43 Answering a Call... 23 Answer Mode ... 61 Auto Redial ... 62 Backlight ... 15 Backlight Timer ... 60 Battery...
  • Page 80 Index End key... 13,14 Ending a Call ... 21 Entering Text... 22 Favorites... 44,51 Fixed Dial Number... 64 Games & Apps... 33 Go to URL... 45 GPRS Attach ... 63 Group Icon ... 57 Group Ringtone:... 57 Headset ... 67 Inbox...
  • Page 81 Power key... 13,14 Private Call... 29 Received Calls... 42,43 Security code... 20 Send key ... 13,14 Send My Number... 61 Sent ... 38 Service Dial Number ... 58,86 Set Save Location... 58 Scheduler Tone ... 54 Speakerphone... 27 Side keys... 13,14 Signal Strength ...

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