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K G 9 2 0 U S E R G U I D E http://www.lgmobile.com P/N : MMBB0204421 ( 1.0 ) E N G L I S H K G 9 2 0 U S E R G U I D E Some of contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
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KG920 User Guide - English Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/CE. 2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
Table of contents Introduction For Your Safety Guidelines for safe and efficient use KG920 features Parts of the phone Display information On-Screen Icons Installation Installing the SIM card and the handset battery Charging the battery Disconnecting the charger Memory card...
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Record View list MP3 player Playlist Settings Photo album Video album Settings Camera Video camera Messages New message Write text message Write multimedia message Write email message Inbox Mailbox Drafts Outbox Listen to voice mail Info message Read Topics Templates Text templates Multimedia templates Settings...
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Table of contents Calculator Unit converter World time Browser Home Bookmarks Go to URL Settings Profiles Cache Cookie Clear cache Clear cookie Security Call register Missed calls Received calls Dialled calls All calls Delete recent calls Call charges Call duration Call costs Settings GPRS information...
Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact KG920 mobile phone, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology. Introduction This user’s 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.
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. •...
Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information The KG920 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode. • 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.
Electronic devices All mobile phones may get interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers (i.e. in your breast pocket.) • Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Blasting area Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules. Potentially explosive atmospheres • Do not use the phone at a refueIling point. Don't use near fuel or chemicals.
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.
KG920 features Parts of the phone Front view Earpiece Zoom out Zoom in Scheduler key A shortcut key to the Scheduler menu. MP3 hot key Activate the MP3 menu directly. • Top: Icons showing signal strength, battery level and various other functions.
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Alpha numeric keys • In standby mode: Input numbers to dial. Hold down - International calls - Dial Voice mail centre. - Speed dials • In editing mode: Enter numbers & characters Send key • Dial a phone number and answer a call. •...
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KG920 features Left side view Side Camera key Side keys In standby mode: Keytone volume • In menu: Scroll up & down • During a call: Earpiece volume Note To protect the sense of hearing , maximum volume level is 3.
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Rear view Battery SIM card socket Battery Terminals Flash Holes for a carrying strap Battery latch Press this button to remove the battery cover. Camera lens Camera cover adjuster Camera cover...
KG920 features Display Information 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.
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Note The quality of the conversation may change depending on network coverage. When the signal strength is below 2 bars, you may experience muting, call drop and poor audio. Please refer to this signal as an indicator for your calls. When there are no bars, that means that there is no network coverage: in this case, you won’t be able to access the network for any service (call,...
Installation Installing the SIM card and the handset battery Make sure the phone is powered off before you remove the battery. 1. Remove the battery. Slide the battery latch to release the battery from its compartment. 2. Install the SIM card. Insert and slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder.
3. Install the battery. Insert the bottom of the battery first into the bottom edge of the battery compartment. Push down the top of the battery until it snaps into place. Charging the Battery Before connecting the travel adapter to the phone you must first install the battery.
Memory card The KG920 is equipped with a slot on the side for a memory card. You can use this card to save data files such as photos and videos. You can play the audio files in the memory card.
Inserting the memory card Insert the memory card into the slot until the memory card is fully inserted into the slot, as shown in the figure below: Open the memory card slot Insert the memory card Removing the memory card 1.
Installation Note Removal of an external memory card or turning the mobile phone off while using the card (Store, Copy, Remove, Initialise, Play, etc.) may clear or initialise any stored file, which in turn may lead to severe damage on the card or malfunction of the phone.
If you do not wish for this to happen, to create the folders on the card you need to do the following; 1. Insert the memory card into the slot. 2. Access the external memory by pressing the following keys. Menu, My stuff (6), External Memory (6.4).
Installation Note Before connecting this memory card adapter to your PC, check whether your PC has a built in SD slot or not. To connect an external memory card to your PC: External Memory Card Adapter Note Do not insert the External Memory Adapter into the Memory Card R/W without the memory card inserted into the adapter.
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 key to erase one digit at a time. Press and hold the key to erase the entire number.
General Functions Adjusting the Volume During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side keys of the phone. In idle mode, you can adjust the key tone volume using the side keys. Answering a Call When you receive a call, the phone rings and the flashing phone icon appears on the screen.
Entering Text You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message, creating scheduling events in the calendar all require entering text. The following text input methods are available in the phone.
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General Functions Using the T9 Mode The T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter words easily with a minimum number of key presses. As you press each key, the phone begins to display the characters that it thinks you are typing based on a built-in dictionary.
Using the ABC Mode Use the keys to enter your text. 1. Press the key labeled with the required letter: Once for the first letter. Twice for the second letter. And so on. 2. To insert a space, press the delete letters, press the key.
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General Functions Using the 123 (Numbers) Mode The 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example). Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode. Using the Symbol Mode The Symbol Mode enables you to enter various symbols or special characters.
Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customise the phone. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the two soft keys marked . Each menu and sub-menu allows you to view and alter the settings of a particular function.
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 left 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.
This feature, known as Call Waiting, is only available if your network supports it. For details of how to activate and deactivate it see Call Waiting (Menu #.3.4) If Call Waiting is on, you can place the first call on hold and answer the second, by pressing Rejecting an Incoming Call You can reject an incoming call without answering by...
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In-Call Menu Setting Up a Conference Call To set up a conference call, place one call on hold and while the active call is on, press the left soft key and then select the Join menu of Conference call. Activate the Conference Call on Hold To activate a conference call on hold, press the key.
The following illustration shows the available menu structure and indicates the: Number assigned to each menu option. 1. Games & Apps 1.1 Games & Apps 1.2 Profiles 2. Contacts 2.1 Search 2.2 Add new 2.3 Caller groups 2.4 Speed dial 2.5 Own number 2.6 My business card 2.7 Settings...
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Menu Tree 6. My stuff 6.1 Images 6.2 Sounds 6.3 Games & Apps 6.4 External memory 7. Display 7.1 Wallpaper 7.2 Standby text 7.3 Backlight time 7.4 Brightness 7.5 Network name 8. Profiles 8.x.1 Activate 8.x.2 Personalise 8.x.3 Rename 9. Tools 9.1 Favourites 9.2 Alarm clock 9.3 Bluetooth...
Games & Apps Games & Apps • Default Games: In this menu, you can manage the Java applications installed on your phone. You can play or delete downloaded applications, or set the connect option. The downloaded applications are organised in folders. Press the left soft key selected folder or launch the selected midlet.
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Note The JAR file is a compressed format of the Java program and the JAD file is a description file that includes all detailed information. From the network, prior to download, you can view all detailed file descriptions from the JAD file. While being based on a standard language (J2ME), not all Java applications are compatible with all handsets on sale insofar as specific...
Contacts Search 1. Select Search by pressing the right soft key [Contacts] or [OK]. 2. Enter the name that you want to search. Note Instant searching is available by inputting the initial letter of the name you want to search. 3.
Note Maximum stored name and number length depends on SIM-card type. 1. Select Add new by pressing the left soft key [Select] or [OK]. 2. Select the memory you want to save to: SIM or Phone. If you set to Phone, you need to select which number you want as a main number.
Contacts 2. Scroll to Speed dial, then press the left soft key [OK]. 3. If you want to add speed dial, select (empty). Then, you can search the name in the phonebook. 4. After assigning the number as speed dial, you can change and delete the entry.
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Copy/Move all You can copy/move entries from SIM card memory to Phone memory and vice versa. 1. Open the Phonebook first by pressing the right soft [Contacts] in standby mode. 2. Scroll to Copy/Move all, and then press the left soft key [OK] to enter this menu.
Organiser Calendar When you enter this menu a calendar will be displayed. The month and year are shown at the top of the screen. Whenever you the change the date under the Settings menu, the calender will update automatically. The current date will be highlighted in blue and any schedule will be at the top left hand corner of the corresponding square.
Set alarm tone (Menu 3 . 1 . 6) You can set the alarm tone for each chosen date. Memo 1. Select the Memo by pressing the left soft key [OK]. 2. If the entry is empty, press the left soft key [New].
Multimedia Using the camera module built in your phone, you can take pictures of people or record videos. Additionally, you can send photos to other people and select photos as wallpaper. Note When using the camera, power consumption increases. If this icon wallpaper, indicating low battery, recharge the battery before use.
Camera Hold down the camera button on the wallpaper, then the camera becomes ready to take a picture immediately. If Auto Save is selected in the Camera Settings, pictures are saved automatically after being taken. Note Turning the camera off whilst in use may clear or initialise any stored file and the shooting time varies depending on the environment including resolution and image quality.
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Multimedia • Mode [ ]: Auto/Close Up/Portrait/Landscape/ Sports/Dusk/Program AE • Flash[ ]: Off/On/Auto/Red eye • Filter[ ]: Off/Black and white/Sepia/Negative • Sequence shot[ ]: Sequence shot1/Sequence shot3/Sequence shot6 Note These options are dependant on the resolution set. • Timer[ ]: Off/3 secs/5 secs/10 secs/15 secs ]: 2592 l 1944, 2048 l 1536, •...
Video Camera Time duration which you can record a video may vary according to the specific conditions used, including resolution, image quality, etc. Note Max length of a video clip that can be recorded is 1 hour (60 minutes.) Mode switching function - Video camera( /Frame shot( )/Camera( Video album...
Multimedia Option 1 ( Press the right key to access the settings menu and use the navigation keys to go through and amend the settings. • Filter[ ]: Off/Black and white/Sepia/Negative ]: 320 l 240/176 l 144 • Resolution[ • Quality[ ]: Normal/Fine/Super fine •...
Mode switching function - Camera( camera( )/Frame shot( Select photo album Settings selection - Settings (press Settings screen) Press camera button Moves to Sending Mail function. Saves photo. You can edit name of the photo. Option 1 ( Press the right key to access the settings menu and use the navigation keys to go through and amend the settings.
Delete: Allows you to delete the voice memo. Delete all: Allows you to delete all voice memos. The KG920 has an integrated MP3 player. You can enjoy listening to MP3 music files on your phone memory using a compatible headset or via the internal loudspeaker.
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• WMA: Sampling frequency up from 8KHz to 48KHz, Bit rate up to 320Kbps, stereo. Note KG920 does not support the variable bit rate of all mentioned file types. Therefore, you can not change the file from MP3 format to AAC.
Multimedia MP3 player (Menu 4.5.1) The following screen is displayed. Volume level 6 volume levels including mute File name with the file extension Equalizer setting value Stereo Status of the music controller Repeat Play all Repeat all Repeat one Note In the case an invalid file is included in the playlist, an error message will pop up and go back to the prior screen.
Playlist (Menu 4.5.2) This menu allows you to view the whole play list. You can move through the tracks by pressing the navigation key. In addition, once you have selected the track, you can delete the file or view its information via the options menu.
Multimedia Send via multimedia message: You can write and edit multimedia messages, checking message size. Send via email: Send the selected file to another device via email if the file size is less than 300Kbytes. Send via Bluetooth: You can send a picture via Bluetooth.
Note For Video Play, please ensure that the external memory card has enough room to create cache files. If not, Video Play may not be available. (The size of cache files needed depends on the size of the video files to play). Settings Camera (Menu 4.8.1)
Messages New message This menu includes functions related to SMS (Short Message Service), MMS (Multimedia Message Service), Email, voice mail, as well as the network’s service messages. Write text message (Menu 5.1.1) You can write and edit text messages up to 10 pages. 1.
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Font & Alignment: You can select the Size and Style of font, and the alignment of text. Colour: You can also set the Colour of the text (foreground) and the background. Add T9 dictionary: You can add your own words. This menu will only be shown when the edit mode has been set to T9ABC/T9Abc/T9abc.
Messages Note All messages will be automatically saved in the outbox folder, even after a sending failure. Preview: You can preview a multimedia message you have created. Save: You can save the multimedia message to the following folders; To drafts or As template. Edit subject: Allows you to modify the multimedia message you have chosen.
Tip: To input “ @”, press the 2. Key in the subject of the mail and press OK. 3. After writing an email message, press the left soft [Options]. You can access the following option menus. Send: Sends the email message. Edit recipients: You can edit recipients.
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Messages Inbox You will be alerted when you receive a new message. They will be stored in the Inbox. In the Inbox, you can identify each message by icons. For detail, see the icon directive. Icon Icon directive Multimedia message Short message SIM message Read multimedia message...
Mailbox When you access this menu, you can either connect to your remote mailbox to retrieve your new email messages, or you can view the previously retrieved email messages without logging in to the email server. You can check the saved emails, drafts, outbox, and sent emails.
Messages Listen to voice mail Once this menu has been selected, simply press the left soft key [OK] to listen to voice mail. You can also hold down the key in standby mode to listen to voice mail. Note When you receive a voice mail, your phone will display an icon and you will hear an alert.
Templates Text templates (Menu 5.8.1) You have 6 text templates as below; • Please call me back. • I’m late. I will be there at • Where are you now? • I am on the way. • Top urgent. Please contact. •...
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Messages Reply charging: When a message is sent, it allows the recipients to reply and charge the cost of the reply to your telephone bill. SMS centre: This is where the Networks SMS Service Centre address is stored. Multimedia message Priority: You can set the priority of the message you choose.
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Set as default Edit - Title: Account name. - User ID: Enter your email ID. - Password: Enter your email password. - Email address: Enter the email address given to you by your service provider. - Outgoing server: Enter the SMTP address and Port number of computer that sends your email.
Messages Voice mailbox number You can receive a voicemail if your network service provider supports this feature. When a new voicemail has arrived, the 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.
Images After selecting an image, press the left key [Options] and then you can select any of the following options: Set as wallpaper: The selected image can be set as wallpaper. Write messages: The image can be sent via Multimedia or Email service. Maximum message size is 100 kb for MMS message and 300 kb for E-mail message.
Menu 6.3 New Fantastic LG There is Mass Storage function in the KG920. if you connect the USB cable, you can use the phone as a Removable Disk. You can download MP3 files, and photos, video, txt files etc. this gives you fast access from PC to Phone, by just connecting the USB cable.
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If you receive a call whilst in mass storage mode, the call will be rejected. Once the handset is disconnected, the KG920 will display information about any calls missed. M M y y m m e e d d i i a a In the My media folder you will find the following 5 folders;...
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My stuff O O t t h h e e r r s s Any type of file can be stored here. This folder is mainly used for transporting files from one PC to another. The handset can preview JPG (Max 460K), GIF (Max 100K).
You can set functions relating to the phone. Wallpaper You can select the background pictures in standby mode. Default You can select a picture or an animation of wallpaper by pressing My folder You can select a picture or an animation as wallpaper.
Profiles In Profiles, you can adjust and customise the phone tones for different events, environments, or caller groups. There are five preset profiles: Vibrate only, Silent, General, Loud and Headset. Each profile can be personalised. Press the left soft key [Menu] and select Profiles using up/down navigation keys.
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Rename (Menu 8.X.3) You can rename a profile and give it any name you choose to. Note Vibrate only, Silent and Headset profiles cannot be renamed. 1. To change the name of a profile, scroll to the profile in the profile list and after pressing the left soft key or the OK key, select Rename.
Bluetooth headsets, computer applications and so on. Note If you use LG PC Sync via Bluetooth, you can only exchange the data within the phonebook. When you receive data from another Bluetooth Menu 9.2 device, the phone requests for a confirmation.
Windows 1.4 and 3.0 Paired devices/Handsfree devices (Menu 9.3.1/Menu 9.3.2) You can view all devices which your KG920 is already paired to. If you have entered Paired devices or Handsfree devices, you will see the following options in both those menus.
This indicates whether or not your handset will be visible to other Bluetooth devices. My handset’s name You can set the name of Bluetooth device. The default name is LG KG920. Supported services (Menu 9.3.4) You can see the Bluetooth service (PC Sync).
Calculator This contains the standard functions such as +, _ , x, ÷ : Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division. Furthermore, you can use the various function of calculator such as +/ _ , sin, cos, tan, log, In, exp, sqrt. 1.
Browser You can access various WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) services such as banking, news, weather reports and flight information. These services are specially designed for mobile phones and they are maintained by WAP service providers. Check the availability of WAP services, pricing and tariffs with your network operator and/or the service provider whose service you wish to use.
Bookmarks This menu allows you to store the URL of favourite web pages for easy access at a later time. To create a bookmark 1. Press the left soft key [Options]. 2. Select Add new and press the OK key. 3.
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Browser - 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. - Bearer: You can set the bearer data service.
Cache (Menu *.4.2) The information or services you have accessed are saved in the cache memory of the phone. Cookie (Menu *.4.3) Check whether a cookie is used or not. Clear cache (Menu *.4.4) Removes all context saved in cache. Note A cache is a buffer memory, which is used to save data temporarily.
Call register You can check the record of missed, received, and dialled 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 at which the call was made.
All calls You can view all lists of outgoing or incoming calls. Delete recent calls Allows you to delete Missed calls and Received calls lists. You can delete Dialled calls and All calls lists at one time. Call charges Call duration (Menu 0.6.1) Allows you to view the duration of your incoming and outgoing calls.
Call register GPRS information Menu 0.7 You can check the amount of data transferred over the network through the GPRS information option. In addition, you can also view how much time you are online. Call duration (Menu 0.7.1) You can check the duration of Last call, Reset all and All calls.
Date &Time You can set functions relating to the date and time. Date (Menu #.1.1) Set Date You can enter the current date. Date format You can set the Date format such as DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY/MM/DD. (D: Day / M: Month / Y: Year) Time (Menu #.1.2) Set Time...
Settings If out of reach Diverts voice calls when the phone is switched off or out of coverage. All data calls Diverts to a number with a PC connection unconditionally. All fax calls Diverts to a number with a fax connection unconditionally.
Send my number (Menu #.3.3) (network and subscription dependent) Set by network If you select this, you can send your phone number depending on two line service such as line 1 or line You can send your phone number to another party. Your phone number will be shown on the receiver’s phone.
Settings Security PIN code request (Menu #.4.1) 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.
Outgoing international when roaming The barring service for all international outgoing calls except home network. All incoming The barring service for all incoming calls. Incoming when roaming The barring service for all incoming calls when roaming. Cancel all You can cancel all barring services. Change password You can change the password for Call Barring Service.
Settings Change codes (Menu #.4.6) PIN is an abbreviation of Personal Identification Number to prevent use by unauthorised person. You can change the access codes: Security code, PIN code, PIN2 code. 1. If you want to change the Security code/PIN1/ PIN2 code input your original code, and then press [OK].
GPRS Attach You can set GPRS service depending on various situations. Switch on (Menu #.6.1) If you select this menu, the phone is automatically registered to a GPRS network when you switch the phone on. Starting a WAP or PC dial-up application created the connection between phone and network and data transfer is possible.
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