LG -A180 User Manual

LG-A180 User Guide
- English
This guide will help you to understand your new mobile phone. It will provide
you with useful explanations of the features on your phone.
Some of the contents of this manual may differ from your phone depending on
the phone software or your service provider.
Making a Call
Press
TIP! You can change the settings on your phone to answer
1 Key in the number on the keypad.
your calls in different ways. Press Menu, select Settings and
2 Press
to initiate the call.
choose Call. Select Answer mode and choose Any key or
3 To end the call, press .
Send key only.
• Any key – You can answer a call by pressing any key.
TIP! To enter + when making an international call, press
and hold 0. • Send key only – You can answer a call only by
pressing the Send key.
Making a call from your contacts
Changing your call settings
1 Press (up) to open the address book.
You can set the menu depending on the call. Press
2 On the keypad, enter the first letter of the contact
Menu, select Settings and choose Call.
you want to call.
• C all divert – Select methods for diverting calls.
3 To scroll through your contacts, use the up and down
navigation keys. And to scroll through their different • Call waiting – Select Active or cancel call waiting.
numbers, use the left and right navigation keys.
Checking your call history
4 Press
to initiate the call.
You can check the record of all, missed, dialled,
Answering and rejecting a call
received calls and call durations. The number and name
(if available) are displayed together with the date and
When your phone rings, press Accept or press
to answer the call. While your phone is ringing, time at which the call was made. You can also view the
number of times you have called. Press Menu, select
select Silent to mute the ringing. This is great if you
Call history.
have forgotten to change your profile to Silent for a
meeting.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use CAUTION
• S witch the phone off in any area where required by
Please read these simple guidelines. Failure to follow
special regulations. For example, do not use your phone
these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. More
in hospitals or it may affect sensitive medical equipment.
detailed information is given in this manual.
• E mergency calls may not be available on all mobile
WARNING
networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely on
• M obile phones must be switched off at all times in an the phone for emergency calls.
aircraft. • O nly use ORIGINAL accessories to avoid damage to your
• D o not hold the phone in your hand while driving. phone.
• D o not use your phone near petrol stations, fuel depots, • A ll radio transmitters carry risks of interference with
chemical plants or blasting operations. electronics in close proximity. Minor interference may
• F or your safety, use ONLY specified ORIGINAL batteries affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.
and chargers. • B atteries should be disposed of in accordance with
• D o not handle the phone with wet hands while it pertinent legislation.
is being charged. It may cause an electric shock or
• D o not dismantle the phone or battery.
seriously damage your phone.
Exposure to radio frequency energy
• K eep the phone in a safe place out of reach of small
Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate
children. It includes small parts which if detached may
(SAR) information
present a choking hazard.
This mobile phone model LG-A180 has been designed to
• D o not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings.
comply with applicable safety requirements regarding
• T he phone should be charged in a well ventilated area.
exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based on
scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed
to assure this safety of all persons, regardless of age and
health.
Avoid damage to your hearing In aircraft
Your hearing may be damaged if you are exposed to loud Wireless devices can cause interference with aircraft.
sounds for long periods of time. We therefore recommend • T urn off your mobile phone before boarding any aircraft.
that you do not turn the handset on or off close to your • D o not use it on the aircraft without permission from the
ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are cabin crew.
set to a reasonable level.
Children
Note: Excessive sound pressure from earphones can
Keep the phone in a safe place out of reach of small
cause hearing loss.
children. It includes small parts which if detached may
Blasting area
present a choking hazard.
Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.
Emergency calls
Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules.
Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile
Potentially explosive atmospheres
networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely on
• D o not use the phone at a refuelling point. Do not use the phone for emergency calls. Check with your local
near fuel or chemicals. service provider.
• D o not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or
explosives in the compartment of your vehicle which
contains your mobile phone and accessories.
Getting to know your phone
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Earphone jack
Earpiece
Display screen
Soft keys
Each of these keys
performs the functions
indicated by the text on
the display immediately
above them.
Send key
You can dial a phone
number and answer
incoming calls.
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Quick feature reference
or Reject to reject the incoming call.
Messaging
Sending a message
1 Press Menu, select Messaging and choose New
message.
2 A new message editor will open. The default setting
of the message editor is SMS mode.
3 Enter your message using either the T9 predictive
mode or Abc manual mode. You can switch text
input modes by pressing
4 Press Options and choose Insert to add an Symbol,
Template, Contact, Business card.
5 Press Send to.
6 Enter the phone number or press Options and select
Contacts or Recent list to open your contacts list.
7 Press Options and choose Send.
• T he radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate,
or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised
method with the phone transmitting at its highest
certified power level in all used frequency bands.
• W hile there may be differences between the SAR levels
of various LG phone models, they are all designed to
meet the pertinent guidelines for exposure to radio
waves.
• T he SAR limit recommended by the International
Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) is 2 W/Kg averaged over ten (10) gram of tissue.
• T he highest SAR value for this model phone tested by
DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.974 W/Kg (10g) and when
worn on the body is 0.653 W/Kg (10g).
• S AR data information for residents of countries/regions
that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by the
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
which is 1.6 W/Kg averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.
Battery information and care
• Y ou do not need to discharge the battery completely
before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is
no memory effect that could compromise the battery's
performance.
• U se only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are
designed to maximise the battery life.
• D o not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.
• K eep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.
• R eplace the battery when it no longer provides
acceptable performance. The battery pack maybe
recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.
• R echarge the battery if it has not been used for a long
time to maximise usability.
• D o not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or
use it in high humidity, such as the bathroom.
.
Torch
Hand Strap Hole
Navigation keys
Use for quick access to
phone functions.
(up) : Contacts
Charger port
(down) : Keypad Lock
(left) : Messaging
(right) : FM radio
End/Power key
Allows you to power the
phone on or off, end calls, or
return to Standby mode.
Alphanumeric keys
Most of the time, the
numeric keys are used to
input numbers or characters.
123 mode
Type numbers using one keystroke per number. You
can also add numbers while remaining in letter modes
by pressing and holding the desired key.
Contacts
You can search for a contact in your Contacts.
1 Press Contacts and choose Search, select Contacts
from the Menu screen or press (right soft key)
from the standby screen.
2 On the keypad enter the first letter of the contact you
. want to call.
3 To scroll through the contacts, use the up and down
navigation keys. To scroll through their different
numbers use the left and right navigation keys.
FM radio
Your LG-A180 has an FM radio feature so you can tune
into your favorite stations and listen on the move.
Product care and maintenance
WARNING
Only use batteries, chargers and accessories that have
been approved for use with this phone model. The use of
any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty
applying to the phone, and may be dangerous.
• D o not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified
service technician when repair work is required.
• K eep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios,
and personal computers.
• T he unit should be kept away from heat sources such as
radiators or cookers.
• D o not drop.
• D o not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or
shock.
• T he coating of the phone may be damaged if it is
covered with wrapping or vinyl wrapper.
• U se a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit. (Do not
use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol.)
• D o not leave the battery in hot or cold places as this may
impair battery performance.
• T here is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an
incorrect type.
• D ispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when
possible. Do not dispose as household waste.
• I f you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest
authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for
assistance.
• A lways unplug the charger from the wall socket after
the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power
consumption by the charger.
Installing the SIM Card and Charging the Battery
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a mobile phone network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card which is loaded with
your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others.
Important! › T he plug-in SIM card and its contacts can easily be 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.
› only 2G SIM supported
Illustrations
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1 Open battery cover
2 Remove the battery
3 Insert your SIM
4 Insert the battery
5 Close the battery cover
6 Charge your battery
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WARNING: Do not remove the
battery while the phone is
switched on, as this may
damage the phone.
Tools
› Call barring – Choose a barring password for all
outgoing calls, outgoing international, outgoing
• Torch – Turn on/off the torch directly by holding the
international when roaming, all incoming calls, or
up navigation key for 3 seconds.
incoming when roaming.
Settings
› Fixed dial number – Choosing a PIN2 code to enable
fixed dial number lets you restrict calls to only those
• Date & Time – You can set functions relating to the
in Contacts.
date and time.
› Change codes – To change your security code or
• Language – You can change the language for the
PIN1 or PIN2 code.
display texts in your phone. This change will also
• Power save – If you set Always on, you can save the
affect the Language Input mode.
battery power when you are not using the phone.
• Display – You can adjust settings for the phone
Choose to switch between power save settings
display.
Always on, Night only or Off.
• Call – You can set the menu depending on the call.
• Network selection – You can select a network that
• Auto key lock – Lock the keypad automatically in will be registered either automatically or manually.
standby screen.
• Reset settings – Use Reset to restore the factory
• Security – This menu allows you to set the phone settings. You need the security code to activate this
securely.
function. The default number is "0000".
› PIN code request – Choose a PIN code to be • Memory status – You can check the free space and
requested when you turn your phone on.
memory usage of each repository.
› Phone lock – Choose a security code to lock your
phone, When power on, When SIM changed or
Immediately.
• D o not expose this unit to excessive smoke or dust. Road safety
• D o not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport
Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile
tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic
phones in the areas where you drive.
strips.
• D o not use a hand-held phone while driving.
• D o not tap the screen with a sharp object; otherwise, it
• Give your full attention to driving.
may damage the phone.
• Use a hands-free kit, if available.
• D o not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.
• P ull off the road and park before making or answering a
• U se accessories such as the earphone cautiously. Do not
call if driving conditions so require.
press the antenna unnecessarily.
• R F energy may affect some electronic systems in your
vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.
Efficient phone operation
• I f your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not
Electronics devices obstruct with installed or portable wireless equipment.
It can fail or cause serious injury due to improper
All mobile phones are susceptible to interference, which
performance.
may affect performance.
• D o not use your mobile phone near medical equipment If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please
without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that
over pacemakers, i.e. in your breast pocket. you are aware of your surroundings. This is particularly
• S ome hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile imperative when near roads.
phones.
• M inor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.
Accessories Technical Data
Ambient Temperatures
There are various accessories for your mobile phone.
You can select these options according to your
› Max : + 55°C (discharging)
personal communication requirements.
+45°C (charging)
Standard Battery Travel Adapter › Min : -10°C
Note
› A lways use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this
may invalidate your warranty.
› A ccessories may be different in different regions;
please check with our regional service company or
agent for further enquires.
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