LG KG290 User Manual
Mobile phone with 1.3 mp camera, tri-band, fm radio, polyphonic ringtones
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- Page 3 KG290 User Guide This document is the user guide for the LG KG290 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. Disposal of your old appliance 1.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction For Your Safety Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use 8 KG290 Features 15 Parts of the phone Getting Started 20 Installing the SIM card and battery Charging the Battery Disconnecting the charger Access codes General Functions... - Page 5 Call history All calls Missed calls Dialled calls Received calls Call duration Call costs Data information Tools Alarm clock Calendar Calculator Memo To do Stopwatch Unit converter Currency Area Length Weight Temperature Volume Velocity World time Interactive Multimedia MP3 player All songs My playlist Settings...
- Page 6 Table of Contents Messaging New message Text Picture Inbox Drafts Outbox Sent Listen voicemail Info messages Read Topic Templates Text Multimedia Settings Text message Picture message Voicemail number Push message Info message My stuff Images Sounds Videos Others Games & Apps Games &...
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Page 7: Technical Data
Settings Date & Time Set date Date format Set time Time format Auto update Languages Display Wallpaper Backlight timer Brightness Home screen shortcut Theme Menu style Standby text Network name Colourful dial font Connectivity Bluetooth Network USB connection mode 87 Call Call divert Answer mode... -
Page 8: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact KG290 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... -
Page 9: For Your Safety
Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual. WARNING! • Mobile Phones must be switched off at all times in aircrafts. • Do not hold the phone in your hand while driving. -
Page 10: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual. Certification information (SAR) THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. - Page 11 device while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a base station, the lower the power output of the device.
- Page 12 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use * The SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 2.0 watts/kilogram (W/kg) averaged over ten grams of body tissue. The guidelines incorporate a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
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Page 13: Electronic Devices
Do not drop. Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock. The coating of the phone may be damaged if covered with wrap or vinyl wrapper. 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. -
Page 14: Road Safety
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones. Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc. Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the areas when you drive. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. -
Page 15: Emergency Calls
Potentially explosive atmospheres Do not use the phone at a refueling point. Don't use near fuel or chemicals. Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the compartment of your vehicle, which contains your mobile phone and accessories. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. -
Page 16: Battery Information And
Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximize the battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack. -
Page 17: Kg290 Features
Parts of the phone Front view Earpiece Front screen Navigation keys KG290 Features Rear view Antenna Holes for a carrying strap Camera lens SIM card Battery socket Note Never touch the antenna during a call. It may degrade speech quality. - Page 18 KG290 Features Left side view Side keys In standby mode (open/closed): Keypad volume adjustment. During a call: Earpiece volume adjustment. Camera hot key Right side view Headset...
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Page 19: Open View
Open view Navigation keys In standby mode: Briefly: Write new Message (Hold down: present Messages pop-up) Briefly: List of Contacts Briefly: List of Profiles (Hold down: Activate/ Deactivate Vibrate mode) Briefly: List of Favourites In menu: scroll up & down Send key Dials a phone number and answers a call. -
Page 20: Display Information
KG290 Features Display Information Menu Contact Area Description First line Displays various icons. Middle lines Display messages, instructions and any information that you enter, such as number to be dialled. Last line Shows the functions currently assigned to the two soft keys. - Page 21 Icon/Indicator Description You have received a voice message. Vibrate only menu in profile. Silent menu in profile. General menu in profile. Outdoor menu in profile. Headset menu in profile. You can divert a call. Indicates that the phone is accessing WAP. Note The quality of the conversation may change depending on network...
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Page 22: Getting Started
Getting Started Installing the SIM card and battery 1. Installing the SIM card. Your SIM card contains your phone number, service details and contacts and must be inserted into your handset. If your SIM card is removed then your handset becomes unusable (even the emergency calls) until a valid one is inserted. - Page 23 Note The metal contact of the SIM card can easily be damaged by scratches. Pay special attention to the SIM card while handling. Follow the instructions supplied with the SIM card. 2. Installing the battery. Insert the battery aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the battery terminals (gold contacts) in the battery compartment.
- Page 24 Getting Started 3. 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 the battery release latches ‚ and open the battery —. Then remove the battery.
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Page 25: Charging The Battery
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. -
Page 26: Disconnecting The Charger
Getting Started 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 SIM card while charging. -
Page 27: Access Codes
Access codes You can use the access codes described in this section to avoid unauthorised use of your phone. The access codes (except the PUK and PUK2 codes) can be changed by using the Change codes feature [Menu 9.6.6]. PIN code (4 to 8 digits) The PIN (Personal Identification Number) code protects your SIM card against unauthorised use. - Page 28 Getting Started PUK2 code (4 to 8 digits) The PUK2 code, supplied with some SIM cards, is required to unlock a blocked PIN2 code. If you lose the code, please contact your network operator. Security code (4 to 8 digits) The security code prevents unauthorised use of your phone.
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Page 29: General Functions
Making and answering calls Making a voice call 1. Enter the number including the full area code, or select the phone number from call logs by pressing To delete a digit press To delete all digits press and hold 2. Press to make the call. -
Page 30: Answering A Call
General Functions In idle mode with the phone open, you can adjust the key volume using . Answering a call When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears on the screen. If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (or name if stored in your Contacts) is displayed. -
Page 31: Signal Strength
Signal strength You can check the strength of your signal by the signal indicator ( on the left top of your phone screen. Signal strength can vary, particularly inside buildings. Moving close to a window may improve reception. Entering text You can enter alphanumeric characters using the keypad. -
Page 32: Changing The Text Input Mode
General Functions 123 mode (Number mode) Type numbers using one keystroke per number. To change to 123 mode in a text entry field, press mode is displayed. Changing the text input mode 1. When you are in a field that allows characters to be entered, you will notice the text input mode indicator in the upper right corner... -
Page 33: Using The Abc Mode
If the word is still incorrect after typing completely, press once or more to scroll through the other word options. Example Press Good. Press to get Home. If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by using the ABC mode. 2. -
Page 34: Using The 123 Mode
General Functions Characters in the order display Upper Case . , / ? ! - : ' " @ 1 A B C 2 À Â Æ Ç D E F 3 É È Ê Ë G H I 4 Î Ï J K L 5 M N O 6 Ñ... -
Page 35: Overview Of Menu Functions
Overview of Menu Functions You can launch a menu by pressing item and press to go into the sub menu. From the main menu you can also go into a submenu by directly pressing the corresponding numeric key as follows. The main menu consists of the following top menus and sub menus. - Page 36 Overview of Menu Functions 4. Multimedia 4.1 MP3 player 4.2 Camera 4.3 Video camera 4.4 FM radio 4.5 Voice recorder 5. Messaging 5.1 New message 5.2 Inbox 5.3 Drafts 5.4 Outbox 5.5 Sent 5.6 Listen voicemail 5.7 Info messages 5.8 Templates 5.9 Settings 6.
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Page 37: Orange World
Orange World You can launch the web browser and access the homepage of the web service provided by your Service Provider. Bookmarks You can store frequently accessed or favourite URLs/Pages. Several preconfigured URLs are stored as bookmarks. Adding a new bookmark 1. -
Page 38: History
Orange World History Shows the list of web page's titles accessed recently. You can access the web page easily. Saved pages The phone can save the page on display as an offline file. Settings You can change the settings for browser display, security, and certificates. -
Page 39: Security Certificates
Security Certificates If stored, a list of root/ca certificates required for WTLS/TLS can be found here. Certificates can be viewed from the list. Show image Allows you to enable or disable the image display during browsing. Note Enabling this function will delay displaying images until the completion of transmission. -
Page 40: Call History
Call history You can check the record of missed, received, and dialled calls only if the network supports Calling Line Identification (CLI) within the service area. The number and name (if available) are displayed together with the date and time at which the call was made. -
Page 41: Call Costs
Call duration This function allows you to view the duration of your Last call, Dialled calls, Received calls and All calls in hours, minutes and seconds. You can also reset the call timers. 1. Press the left soft key [Menu] and then press for direct access or use... -
Page 42: Data Information
Call history Data information Menu 2.7 You can check the Data time and Data volume. -
Page 43: Tools
Alarm clock If you set the alarm, the on the indicator bar. The specified alarm sounds at the scheduled time. Press right soft key [Quit] to stop the alarm, and the alarm is released. Press the left soft key [Snooze]. The alarm sound stops and resumes after the selected Snooze duration. -
Page 44: Calendar Menu
Tools Calendar You can refer to your schedule by months. The cursor is on the current date, and the registered date is marked. The schedule saved for the date where the cursor is located is represented by an icon. Pressing the shortcut key previous year and pressing move to the next year. -
Page 45: Calculator
Go to date: Shows schedule of the date you put. Delete more - Delete old: Select this to delete the expired schedule notes that you have already been notified - Delete all: Select this to delete all the schedule notes and memos. -
Page 46: Memo
Tools Memo Using the memo management function, you can view and manage saved memo contents and add new memo. Enter the contents of the memo. You can save the memo to the list by pressing the [OK] key. Add memo To add a new memo, press the left soft key [Options] and select New memo. -
Page 47: Stopwatch
and input the status. When you have finished entering the data, press the left soft key [Save] key to save the new task. Status: You can view the status of task selected. Send via: You can send the selected task via Text message, Picture message or Bluetooth. -
Page 48: Length
Tools 4. To exit Currency conversion function, press [Back] key. Area 1. Select Area menu. 2. Select the desired unit. 3. Enter the standard unit and view the converted value. 4. To exit the Area conversion function, press [Back] key. Length 1. -
Page 49: Velocity
Volume 1. Select the Volume menu. 2. Select the desired unit. 3. Enter the standard unit and view the converted value. 4. To exit the volume conversion function, press the [Back] key. Velocity 1. Select the Velocity menu. 2. Select the desired unit. 3. -
Page 50: Multimedia
Multimedia MP3 player All songs You can view all the music files stored in the phone/external memory. My playlist You can create your own playlists by choosing tracks from the All tracks menu list. Settings Shuffle If you want to play the music continuously and randomly, select this option. - Page 51 Note Because of the small dimension of the speaker, the audio could be distorted in some cases. Especially when there are lots of bass sounds and the audio memory volume is at the maximum state. We recommend you to use the stereo headset in order to appreciate the music of high quality.
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Page 52: Camera
Multimedia Camera Press the Menu key and select Camera using the navigation keys. Or you can directly open the camera module by a press of the Camera key in standby mode. The camera module opens and you’ll see the view to be captured. 1. - Page 53 1280X960, 640x480, 320x240 Resolution Quality Normal, Fine, Super fine You can delay the camera shutter time. Self timer Off, 3 Secs, 5 Secs, 10 Secs “ ” is shown when the timer is activated. View mode You can view Full image or Full screen. Save to Save the photos to your Phone or External memory.
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Page 54: Video Camera
Multimedia Video camera This application enables you to record a video clip. You can play and watch a saved video file in this menu. Once recorded, a video clip can be sent by Message or Bluetooth. 1. Press the left soft key to access Options and set the desired environment as follows. - Page 55 Record a video in General/MMS mode. Mode Resolution 176X144, 128X96 Quality Normal, Fine, Super fine Save to Save the video clips to your Phone or External memory. Effect Off, Sepia, Mono, Negative. You can adjust the tone of the background video White according to the weather.
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Page 56: Fm Radio
Multimedia FM radio Title Descriptions Shows the frequency Frequency indicating the current cursor. Volume Controlling the volume FM frequency and Channel channel number which is now playing If you press options, you can view Menu 4.4 the menus as follow: Edit channel: You can edit the selected channel. -
Page 57: Messaging
New message Text You can write and edit text messages up to 10 pages. 1. Enter the Text menu by pressing [OK]. 2. To make text input easier, use T9. For details, refer to page 21 through 24 (Entering text). 3. -
Page 58: Picture
Messaging from Contacts, or Recent messages to send a text message. 2. Press key to add more recipients. 3. Once the numbers have been entered, press the left soft key to send the message. All messages will automatically be saved in the outbox folder, even after a sending failure. - Page 59 Image: You can insert the Default graphics or graphics in My pictures that are available for short messages. Video: You can insert videos that are available for short messages. Sound: You can insert sounds that are available for short messages. New photo/video/sound: You can insert new multimedia files that you create instantly to the...
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Page 60: Inbox
Messaging Preview: You can preview multimedia message you have created. Save: You can save multimedia messages To drafts or As template. T9 languages: You can choose languages and also deactivate the T9 input mode by selecting 'T9 off'. New T9 word: You can add a new word to dictionary. - Page 61 If the phone shows ‘No space for SIM message’, you only have to delete the SIM messages from the Inbox. If the phone displays ‘No space for message’, you will then need to delete messages, media or applications to free up space. Note SIM message: SIM message means the message is exceptionally...
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Page 62: Drafts
Messaging Multi delete: You can delete multiple messages together. Delete all read: You can delete all the read messages. Delete all: You can delete all the messages. Drafts You can view the messages saved as a draft. The draft messages are listed with the date and time when they were saved. -
Page 63: Outbox
Outbox The Outbox is a temporary storage place for messages waiting to be sent. Failed messages are also placed in the Outbox. View: You can view the message. Delete: You can delete the message. Forward: You can resend the message. Edit: You can edit the message. -
Page 64: Listen Voicemail
Messaging Listen voicemail This menu provides you with a quick way of accessing your voice mailbox (if provided by your network). Before using this feature, you must enter the voice mail number obtained from your network operator. When a new voice message is received, the symbol will be displayed on the screen. -
Page 65: Read
Read 1. When you have received an info service message and select Read to view the message, it will be displayed on the screen. You can read another message by scrolling [OK]. 2. The message will be shown until another message is selected. Topic View list: You can see Info service message numbers which... -
Page 66: Multimedia
Messaging • Please call me back. • I’m late. I will be there at • Where are you now? • I am on the way. • Very urgent! Please contact • I love you. The following options are available. View: Select this to view the selected template. -
Page 67: Settings
New template: Allows you to add new multimedia templates. Delete all: Allows you to delete all multimedia messages. Settings Text message Message types: Text, Voice, Fax, Natl. paging, X.400, E-mail, ERMES Usually, the type of message is set to Text. You can convert your text into alternative formats. -
Page 68: Text Message
Messaging Priority: You can set the priority of the message you choose. Validity period: This network service allows you to set how long your text messages will be stored at the message centre. Delivery report: If it is set to Yes in this menu, you can check whether your message is sent successfully. -
Page 69: Voicemail Number
Voicemail number You can receive voicemail if your network service provider supports this feature. When a new voicemail is received, a symbol will be displayed on the screen. Please check with your network service provider for details of their service in order to configure the phone accordingly. -
Page 70: My Stuff
My stuff Images The Images folder consists of embedded links for downloading pictures through the Internet. Pictures taken using the camera are stored in the Images folder and you can create new folders to manage them. When a download link is selected, the following options will be displayed by pressing the left soft key [Options]. -
Page 71: Videos
File > > Information: You can view the file information. New folder: You can create a new folder within the folder currently selected. Multi delete: Deletes the selected image. Delete all: Deletes all images. Sort by: You can sort the files by date, type or name. - Page 72 My stuff Multi delete: Deletes the selected video file. Delete all: Deletes all video files. You can view a video using the video player. Video files are displayed in the list as thumbnails. You can select a desired video by using the Select a desired video and select Play to view the recorded video.
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Page 73: Others
Others Any type of file can be stored here. This folder is mainly used for transporting files from one PC to another. Note You can see only specific files in a specific folder. That is, files in a suitable format to each folder are only shown. - Page 74 My stuff Java , is a technology developed by Sun Microsystems. Similar to the way you would download the Java Applet using the standard MS Internet Explorer browsers, Java MIDlet can be downloaded using a WAP enabled phone. Depending on the service provider, all Java based programs such as Java games can be downloaded and...
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Page 75: Network Profiles
While being based on a standard language (J2ME), not all Java applications are compatible with all handsets on sale insofar as specific libraries may be used for a telephone model. The software may be blocked or switch itself on when Java applications not specifically developed for the phone this manual refers to are downloaded, making it... -
Page 76: External Memory
My stuff • Homepage: This setting allows you to enter the address (URL) of a site you want to use as homepage. You do not need to type http:// at the front of each URL as the WAP Browser will automatically add it. - Page 77 Note 1. This function will only work in the idle mode. 2. Please do not try to disconnect the cable while you are transferring files. After you finish the download, you should disconnect the cable via a safe removal mode for a safety of your phone.
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Page 78: Profiles
Profiles In Profiles, you can adjust and customise the phone tones for different events, environments, or caller groups. There are five preset profiles: General, Silent, Vibrate only, Outdoor and Headset. Each profile can be personalised (Except Vibrate only, Silent menu). -
Page 79: Contacts
Search You can see the contact lists. The search operation is performed based on a name. You can also perform some operations by option menu for the selected phone number; Edit, Send message, Delete, New contact, Multi delete, and Copy, etc.. New contact You can register a new contact address. -
Page 80: Copy All
Contacts can hear the group ringtone for the contacts you assign to group and group ringtone. Copy all You can copy an entry from SIM to phone or from phone to SIM. Delete all You can delete all of the contact lists on SIM or Phone. - Page 81 My business card: This option allows you to create your own business card featuring Name and a mobile phone number. You can send a business card via the Multimedia or Text message also.
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Page 82: Settings
Settings Date & Time Many features of your phone can be customised to suit your preferences. All of these features are accessed via the Settings menu. Set date 1. Select the Date item from the Date & Time list and then press 2. -
Page 83: Display
Display This menu allows you to personalise the display options of the screens and of the menus entire graphic interface. Wallpaper You can select an image to be displayed on the main screen. Backlight timer You can set the backlight duration on the Display and Keypad individually. -
Page 84: Colourful Dial Font
Settings Colourful dial font If you select On, the colour of dialing font get various(not just black colour). Connectivity Bluetooth Bluetooth connection Your phone has built-in Bluetooth wireless technology which makes it possible for you to connect your phone wirelessly to other Bluetooth devices such as a handsfree, PC, PDA or other phones. - Page 85 2. Configuring Bluetooth settings • Menu > > 9. Settings > > 4. Connectivity > > 1. Bluetooth > > 3. Settings - My visibility: Set [My handset’s visibility] to [Show] so that other devices can detect your phone when they are searching for a Bluetooth device.
- Page 86 The user of the other device must know the password in advance for authentication. KG290 supports follow Bluetooth services - Headset profile - Hands-free profile - Object push profile - Serial port profile...
- Page 87 New: Using this menu, you can pair a new Bluetooth device with your phone. Remove: Using this menu, you can delete the paired Bluetooth device. Remove all: Using this menu, you can delete all of the paired Bluetooth devices. <Removing devices> 1.
- Page 88 Settings 3) If the other party selects [Yes] for [Connection request], the data is transmitted. Note Supported Bluetooth software (Bluetooth stacks) for DUN : - WIDCOMM Bluetooth for Windows 1.4 and 3.0 Network The Network feature enables you to indicate whether the network used when roaming(outside your home area) is selected automatically, manually or preferably.
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Page 89: Usb Connection Mode
default back to Automatic if it is switched off. Preferred You can set a list of preferred networks and the phone attempts to register with first, before attempting to register to any other networks. This list is set from the phone’s predefined list of known networks. - Page 90 Settings If you use Music sync with Windows Media Player, select Music sync in this menu. Music sync is available for only music contents. If you want to synchronise with external memory, you can use 'External memory' as Primary storage. If you want to synchronise with internal memory, you can use ‘Internal memory’...
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Page 91: Answer Mode
- To voice mailbox: Forwards to message centre. - To other number: Input the number for call diverting. - To favourite number: You can check recent five diverted numbers. Cancel: Deactivate the corresponding service. View status: View the status of the corresponding service. -
Page 92: Minute Minder
Settings Cancel: Deactivates Call waiting service. Selecting this item displays requesting message and animation. When the network answers, the result of the operation is displayed. View status: Displays activated Call waiting service group item of the network. Selecting this item displays requesting message and animation. -
Page 93: Pin Code Request
Security PIN code request In this menu, you can set the phone to ask for the PIN code of your SIM card when the phone is switched on. If this function is activated, you’ll be requested to enter the PIN code. 1. -
Page 94: Call Barring
Settings When SIM changed: Locks the handset when the phone's SIM card has been changed. Immediately: Locks the handset immediately. You are requested to enter the security code to confirm the selection. To unlock the handset, you need to enter the security code. Call barring 1. -
Page 95: Fixed Dial Number
Select the Activate menu to receive the Barring password from the user and activate the barring service on the network. The Cancel menu sets the selected call restriction off. The View status menu enables users to view the current network configuration. -
Page 96: Pin2 Code
Settings PIN code change procedure 1. Select ‘PIN code’ from the ‘Change codes’ list and then press 2. Enter the current PIN code and press 3. Enter the new PIN code and press 4. Enter the new PIN code once again and press If the PIN code is different from that of step 3, the procedure is... - Page 97 In this case, you have to enter the PUK2 code in order to use the PIN2 code again. The maximum number of times you may try to enter the PUK2 code is 10, like PUK1. 10 incorrect PUK2 code entries would invalidate the PIN2 code.
- Page 98 Settings Power save Decide whether to activate the power save mode or not. Reset You can initialise all factory defaults. You will need the Security code to activate this function. Memory status You can check the status of memory in use. Menu 9.8 Menu 9.9 Menu 9.0...
- Page 99 Note Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty. Accessories may be different in different regions; please check with our regional service company or agent for further inquires.
- Page 100 Technical data General Product name : KG290 System : GSM 900 / DCS 1800 / PCS 1900 Net weight : 54.5g(Without battery) Ambient Temperatures Max : +55°C (normal), +45°C (battery charging) Min : -10°C...
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