Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is
given in this user guide.
WARNING! Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.
1. Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could
cause the battery to explode.
2. Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.
3. Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.
4. Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.
5. When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag. If
wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously
injured.
6. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
7. Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft, hospital)
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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1.Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high
humidity, such as a bathroom.
2.Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your
phone. This could cause a fire.
3. Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. It may harm the internal circuit boards of the
phone.
4. Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone may generate sparks.
5. Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it
is loose as it may cause a fire or electric shock.
6. Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as
it may cause electric shock or fire.
7. Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock
or seriously damage your phone.
8. Do not disassemble the phone.
1. Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or
cause electric shock or fire.
2. Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.
3. Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the
battery. This could cause a fire.
4. Store the battery out of reach of children.
5. Be careful that children do not swallow any parts. This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation
resulting in serious injury or death.
6. Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
7. Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products
provided by other suppliers.
8. Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or
service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.
9. An emergency call can be made only within a service area. For an emergency call, make sure that
you are within a service area and that the phone is turned on.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS4
Welcome9
Important Information9
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance 9
Industry Canada Compliance 9
TECHNICAL DETAILS10
Technical Details10
FCC RF Exposure Information11
Bodily Contact During Operation11
Some of contents in this user guide maybe different from your phone
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. Features
and specifications might be subject to change without prior notice.
4
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna11
Caution11
Phone Overview12
Menus Overview14
Getting Started with Your
Phone16
The Battery16
Installing the Battery16
Removing the Battery16
Charging the Battery16
Battery Charge Level16
Turning the Phone On and Off17
Turning the Phone On17
Turning the Phone Off17
Signal Strength17
Screen Icons18
Making Calls19
Correcting Dialing Mistakes19
Redialing Calls19
Receiving Calls19
Quick Access to Convenient
Features20
Vibrate Mode20
Lock Mode20
Mute Function20
Volume Quick Adjustment20
Call Waiting21
Caller ID21
Speed Dialing 21
Using Phone Menus22
Menu Access22
Contacts22
Access and Options22
1. List Entries 22
2. New Entry23
3. Groups23
4. Speed Dials24
5. Voice Dials24
6. Erase All Contacts24
Call History25
Access and Options25
1. All Calls 25
2. Incoming Calls26
3. Outgoing Calls26
4. Missed Calls 26
5. Erase History 27
6. Call Timers27
Messaging 27
Access and Options27
1. Voice Mail 28
2. Text and Multimedia29
1. Send New29
2. Inbox 30
3. Outbox 31
4. Templates31
5. Drafts 32
6. Saved 32
7. Erase Messages 33
8. Settings33
9. Memory Info 34
3. E-mail34
4. IM & Chat35
5. Web Alerts35
6. Short Codes35
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Wireless Web 35
Access and Options35
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Media37
Access and Options37
1. Ringtones37
2. Wallpaper38
3. Camera38
4. My Albums39
4.1 Sound Album39
4.2 Picture Album40
4.3 Online Album40
Shop40
Access and Options40
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Games41
Access and Options41
Tools & Apps41
Access and Options41
1. Get New41
2. GPS Services42
3. Calculator42
4. Alarm Clock42
5. Scheduler43
6. Notepad43
7. EZ Tip Calc43
8. World Clock44
9. Voice Memo44
Settings45
Access and Options45
1. Sound46
1.1 Ringers46
1.2 Keypad 46
1.3 Volume 47
1.4 Alerts 48
2. Display 48
2.1 Banner 48
2.2 Wallpaper 48
2.3 Backlight 49
2.4 Keypad Light 49
2.5 Time and Date49
2.6 Menu Style 49
2.7 Dialing Fonts50
2.8 Theme Color 50
3. Games / Tools 50
3.1 Backlight Settings50
3.2 Volume 50
3.3 Notification50
3.4 Others51
3.5 Memory Info51
4. Bluetooth51
4.1 Power52
4.2 Device List52
4.3 Discovery Mode53
4.4 Device Name53
4.5 Bluetooth Info53
5. GPS53
6. Others54
6.1 Nav. Key Shortcuts54
6.2 Call Setup54
6.3 Language55
6.4 TTY Mode55
6.5 Data Setup57
6.6 Memory Info57
7. Sy s t e m57
7.1 Phone Info57
7.2 System58
7.3 Security59
8. Airplane Mode60
Safety61
TIA(Telecommunications
Industry Association) Safety
Information61
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal61
Antenna Care61
Phone Operation61
Tips on Efficient Operation62
Driving62
Electronic Devices62
Pacemakers62
Persons with Pacemakers:62
Hearing Aids62
Other Medical Devices63
Health Care Facilities63
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vehicles63
Posted Facilities63
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Aircraft63
Blasting Areas63
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere63
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag 64
Charger and Adapter Safety 64
Battery Information and
Care64
Safety Information65
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards65
General Warnings and Cautions66
8
Avoid damage to your
hearing67
FDA Consumer Update67
Consumer Information on
SAR 74
Accessories76
Warranty Information77
Index79
WELCOME
Congratulations for choosing the advanced and compact
LG 490 cellular phone, designed to operate with the
latest digital mobile communication technology, Code
Division Multiple Access (CDMA). Along with the many
advanced features of the CDMA system, such as greatly
enhanced voice clarity, this phone offers:
1. Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlit LCD with status
icons.
2. Paging, messaging, Voice Mail and Caller ID.
TM
3. Fastap
4. Long battery standby and talk time.
5. Menu-driven interface with prompts for easy operation
6. Any Key Answer, Auto Answer, Auto Retry, One-Touch
7. Bluetooth
8. Bilingual capabilities (English and French)
Fas ta pTMkeypad technology, invented by Digit Wireless, Inc. and
introduced by TELUS Mobility for the LG 490 phone makes text
entry easy for messaging, web browsing, contact entry and other
data entry needs.
Keypad Technology: Full Alphanumeric
Keypad.
and configuration.
Dial and speed dialing with 99 memory locations.
®
wireless technology.
Important Information
This user’s guide provides important information on
the use and operation of your phone. Please read all
the information carefully prior to using the phone for
the best performance and to prevent any damage to
or misuse of the phone. Any unapproved changes or
modifications will void your warranty.
FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance
This device and its accessories comply with part 15
of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device and its accessories must accept any
interference received, including interference that
causes undesired operation.
Industry Canada Compliance
This phone complies with Industry Canada RSS 133.
This phone complies with the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions as set out in the interference causing
standard entitled "Digital Apparatus" ICES-003 of
Industry Canada.
WELCOME
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TECHNICAL DETAILS
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Technical Details
The LG 490 is a trimode phone that operates on both
Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) frequencies:
cellular services at 800 MHz and Personal Communication
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Services (PCS) at 1.9 GHz.
The LG 490 also works on Advanced Mobile Phone
Service (Amps). Since this phone operates on these
three Wireless networks the call fail rate is less than on a
conventional dual-mode or single-mode phone.
CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS (Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum) that enables the phone to
keep communication from being crossed and to use one
frequency channel by multiple users in the same specific
area. This results in a 10-fold capacity increase when
compared with analog mode. In addition, features such
as soft/softer handoff, hard Handoff, and dynamic RF
power control technologies combine to reduce call
interruptions.
The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of MSO
(Mobile Switching Office), BSC (Base Station
Controller), BTS (Base Station Transmission System),
and MS (Mobile Station).
* TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and
ANSI J-STD-008
1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers in the
wireless section as IS-95. Its battery life is twice as long
as IS-95. High-speed data transmission is also possible.
The following table lists some major CDMA standards.
14.4kbps radio link protocol and
inter-band operations
IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency
band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air
Interface
MAS-BS
PCSC-RS
Intersystem operations
Non-signaling data comm.
Speech CODEC
Async Data and Fax
Short message service
Packet Data
Position Determination Service
High Speed Packet Data
Cellular base station
Cellular mobile station
PCS personal station
PCS base station
Speech CODEC
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING! Read this information before operating
the phone.
In August 1996, the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in
Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated
safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency
(RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated
transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the
safety standard previously set by U.S., Canada and
international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with the FCC
guidelines and these international standards.
Bodily Contact During Operation
This device was tested for typical use with the back of the
phone kept 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the body. To
comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) must be
maintained between the user’s body and the back of the
phone, including the antenna, whether extended or
retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters and similar
accessories containing metallic components should not
be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot
maintain 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) distance between the user’s
body and the back of the phone and have not been
tested for compliance with FCC RF exposure limits.
Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna
(Optional, if available.)
A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) must
be maintained between the user / bystander and the
vehicle-mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF
exposure requirements. For more information about RF
exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov.
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 the skin a
minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a
replacement antenna.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
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PHONE OVERVIEW
PHONE OVERVIEW
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Flip
LCD Screen
Headset Jack
Left Soft Key
SEND Key
Side Keys
Voice Dial/
Voice Memo Key
Vibrate Mode Key
Earpiece
Camera Lens
External Display
Flash
Navigation Keys
Right Soft Key
END Key
Side Camera Key
BACK/Speaker Key
Fastap™ Keypad
Lock Mode Key
Microphone
Alphabetical
~
Numeric
~
Hotkeys
: Bluetooth® functionality
: Calculator
: Messaging
: Wireless Web
TELUS Mobility and the TELUS Mobility logo
are trademarks used with permission from
TELUS Corporation.
The trademarks and logos related to Fastap™
are the property of Digit Wireless, Inc.
and are used with their permission.
Earpiece
Open the case to answer an incoming call and
Flip
close to end the call.
LCD Screen
Left Soft Key
the left screen of the phone.
Displays messages and indicator icons.
Use to access the menu assigned to
Headset Jack
BACK/Speaker Key
character. Press and hold to delete entire words. Press
this key once in a menu to go back one level. Use for
quick access to Speakerphone Mode (from standby
mode press and hold for about 3 seconds).
SEND Key
Side Keys
mode and the earpiece volume during a call.
Use to adjust the ringer volume in standby
Voice Dial/Voice Memo Key
the Voice Dial. Press and hold for two seconds or
more to access Voice Memo.
Vibrate Mode Key
standby mode press and hold for about 3
seconds).
Press to delete a single space or
Use to place or answer calls.
Press once to access
Use to set the mode (from
Navigation Keys
All Calls.
Right Soft Key
the right screen of the phone.
Side Camera Key
function (Press and hold for about 3 seconds to use
camera function on the outside/inside display).
END Key
call. Also use to return to the main menu display
screen.
Fastap™ Keypad
and symbols much faster than any other keypad we
have offered.
Lock Mode Key
standby mode press and hold for about 3
seconds).
Use for quick access to Messaging,
Use to access the menu assigned to
Use for quick access to Camera
Use to turn the power on/off and to end a
Use to enter numbers, characters
Use to set the lock function (from
MicrophoneCamera Lens
FlashExternal Display
Hotkeys
: Bluetooth® functionality
: Calculator
: Messaging
: Wireless Web
PHONE OVERVIEW
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MENUS OVERVIEW
MENUS OVERVIEW
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1. Contacts
1. List Entries
2. New Entry
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
5. Voice Dials
6. Erase All Contacts
2. Call History
1. All Calls
2. Incoming Calls
3. Outgoing Calls
4. Missed Calls
5. Erase History
1. All Calls
2. Incoming Calls
3. Outgoing Calls
4. Missed Calls
6. Call Timers
1. Last Call
2. Recent Calls
3. Life Time
4. Data Transferred
5. Connection Time
6. Reset Timer
3. Messaging
1. Voice Mail
1. Voice Mail
2. Clear Voice Mail
Icon
2. Text and Multimedia
1. Send New
2. Inbox
3. Outbox
4. Templates
5. Drafts
6. Saved
7. Erase Messages
8. Settings
9. Memory Info
3. E-mail
Get New
Online E-mail
4. IM & Chat
Get New
Online IM
5. Web Alerts
6. Short Codes
1. Short Code List
4. Wireless Web
5. Media
1. Ringtones
2. Wallpaper
3. Camera
4. My Albums
1. Sound Album
2. Picture Album
3. Online Album
6. Shop
7. Games
Get New
8. Tools & Apps
Get New
GPS Services
Calculator
Alarm Clock
Scheduler
Notepad
EZ Tip Calc
World Clock
Voice Memo
9. Settings
1. Sound
1. Ringers
2. Keypad
3. Volume
4. Alerts
2. Display
1. Banner
2. Wallpaper
3. Backlight
4. Keypad Light
5. Time and Date
6. Menu Style
7. Dialing Fonts
8. Theme Color
3. Games / Tools
1. Backlight Settings
2. Volume
3. Notification
4. Others
5. Memory Info
4. Bluetooth
1. Power
2. Device List
3. Discovery Mode
4. Device Name
5. Bluetooth Info
5. GPS
6. Others
1. Nav. Key Shortcuts
2. Call Setup
3. Language
4. TTY Mode
5. Data Setup
6. Memory Info
7. System
1. Phone Info
2. System
3. Security
8. Airplane Mode
MENUS OVERVIEW
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GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
The Battery
Note
It is important to fully charge the battery before
initial use of the phone.
The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Keep
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
the battery charged while not in use in order to
maximize talk and standby time. The battery charge
level is shown at the top of the LCD screen.
Installing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the battery into the
opening on the back of the phone. Put the battery
cover on the battery and push it slightly upwards.
Removing the Battery
Turn the power off. Pull the battery cover downward
and remove it. Then remove the battery by pressing
the upper area of it.
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Charging the Battery
To use the charger provided with your phone:
WARNING! Use only the charger provided with the
phone. Using any charger other than the one included
with the LG 490 may damage your phone or battery.
1. Plug the end of the adapter into the phone's
charger port and the other end into an electrical
outlet.
2. The charge time varies depending upon the
battery level.
Battery Charge Level
The battery charge level is shown at the top right of
the LCD screen. When the battery charge level
becomes low, the low battery sensor alerts you in
three ways: sounding an audible tone, blinking the
battery icon, and displaying
battery charge level becomes exceedingly low, the
phone automatically switches off and any function in
progress is not saved.
Battery Low.
If the
Turning the Phone On and Off
Turning the Phone On
1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to
an external power source such as a vehicle power
charger or hands-free car kit.
2. Press for a few seconds until the LCD screen
lights up.
Note
Like any other radio device, avoid any
unnecessary contact with the antenna while your
phone is on.
Turning the Phone Off
1. Press and holduntil the display turns off.
Signal Strength
Call quality depends on the signal strength in your
area. The signal strength is indicated on the screen
as the number of bars next to the signal strength
icon: The more bars, the better the signal strength. If
the signal quality is poor, move to an open area. If
you are in a building, the reception may be better
near a window.
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
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GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
Screen Icons
To see the icons below, go to Menu -> Settings -> System -> Phone Info -> Icon Glossary.
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
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Signal Strength indicator. The strength of the
signal received by the phone is indicated by the
number of bars displayed.
Airplane Mode.
In Call State. A call is in progress.
* No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.
No Service indicator.
The phone is not receiving a system signal.
SSL.
TTY.
1X service indicator.
Digital indicator. Digital service is available.
Roaming indicator.
The phone is outside of the home service area.
1. Make sure the phone is turned on. If not, press
for about 3 seconds.
2. Enter the phone number (include the area code if
needed).
3. Press .
lf the phone is locked, enter the lock code.
Call Failed - indicates the call did not go through.
4. Press to end the call.
Correcting Dialing Mistakes
If you make a mistake while dialing a number, press
once to delete the last digit entered or hold
down for at least 2 seconds to delete all digits.
Letter Dialing
With FastapTMyou can dial a phone number using
number and letter keys.
TM
1. For example, using the Fastap
1-800-OCANADA and press .
2. Watch the phone screen closely: The phone
Keypad type
automatically converts the letters to the correct
numbers.
Redialing Calls
1. Press twice to redial the last number you
dialed. The last 90 numbers are stored in the call
history list and you can also select one of these to
redial.
Receiving Calls
1. When the phone rings or vibrates, press to
answer.
Note
If you press Left Soft Key
phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted
for that call.
[Quiet]
while the
Note
If you press Right Soft Key
phone is ringing, the call will end.
2. Press to end the call.
[Ignore]
while the
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PHONE
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QUICK ACCESS TO CONVENIENT FEATURES
QUICK ACCESS TO CONVENIENT FEATURES
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Vibrate Mode
Sets the phone to vibrate instead of ring. To set
Vibrate Mode press and hold . To return to
Normal Mode, press and hold .
Lock Mode
Sets your phone to require your 4-digit password in
order to use the phone.
Note
Until you change it, the lock code/password is
the last 4 digits of your phone number.
To quickly lock your phone press for three
seconds and enter your lock code. To cancel, press
Right Soft Key
[Unlock]
and enter the password.
Mute Function
The Mute function prevents the other party from
hearing your voice, but allows you to hear the other
party. To quickly activate Mute press Left Soft Key
[Mute]
, then to cancel press Left Soft Key
[Unmute]
.
Volume Quick Adjustment
Quickly adjust ringer and earpiece volumes by
pressing the upper side key to increase and lower key
to decrease.
Note
The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during
a call and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted
through the Menu.
Call Waiting
Your cellular service provider may offer call waiting.
While a call is in progress, one beep indicates
another incoming call. When call waiting is enabled,
you may put the active call on hold while you answer
the other incoming call. Press to receive a
waiting call then press again to switch between
calls. Check with your service provider for more
information about this function.
Caller ID
Caller ID displays the number and/or name of the
incoming call. Check with your service provider to
ensure they offer this feature.
Speed Dialing
Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls quickly
and easily with a few key presses. Speed Dial number
1 is set to call your Voicemail.
To dial Speed Dials
For Speed Dials 1 to 9 press and hold the Speed Dial
number.
For Speed Dials 10 to 99 press the first digit, then
press and hold the key of the last digit.
Note
Another way to Speed Dial is to enter the speed
dial number(s), then press .
QUICK ACCESS TO CONVENIENT FEATURES
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USING PHONE MENUS
CONTACTS
22
Menu Access
Press Left Soft Key
nine phone menus. There are two methods of
accessing menus and submenus:
Use the navigation key to highlight and select, or
Press the number key that corresponds to the
submenu.
[Menu]
Contacts
The Contacts menu allows you to store names,
phone numbers and other information in your
CONTACTS
phone’s memory.
Access and Options
1. Press Left Soft Key
2. Press
3. Select a sub-menu.
to have access to
[Menu]
Contacts
.
1. List Entries
2. New Entry
3. Groups
4. Speed Dials
5. Voice Dials
6. Erase All Contacts
1. List Entries
Allows you to view your Contacts list.
1. Press
2. Options from here:
.
,, .
Press to scroll through your Contacts
alphabetically.
Press Right Soft Key
of the following:
New Message/ Delete/ Edit/ Delete All /
Send via Bluetooth
Press Left Soft Key
Entry.
Press
[View]
[New]
to view the contact information.
[Options]
to store a New
to select one
CONTACTS
2. New Entry
Allows you to add a new number to your Contacts.
Note
Using this submenu, the number is saved as a new
Contact. To save the number into an existing
Contact, edit the Contact entry.
1. Press
2. Enter the name and press .
3. Use to select the phone number types such
4. Enter the numbers as necessary and enter other
,, .
as
Mobile 1/Home/ Work/Mobile 2/Fax
information such as
Ringtone/Email 2
Email 1/Group/Picture
.
.
/
3. Groups
Allows you to view your grouped Contacts, add a new
group, change the name of a group, delete a group,
or send a message to everyone in the selected group.
1. Press
2. Press to highlight a group to view, then
,, .
press .
Press Left Soft Key
to the list.
Use to highlight a group then press Right
Soft Key
[Options]
[New]
to add a new group
.
Delete/ Message/ Rename Group/ Set Group
/
Ringtone
In
customize ringtones using the sub-options.
Delete All
Set Group Ringtone
option, you can
No Ringtone/ Default Ringtone/ Downloaded
Press
[View]
to view the contact information.
CONTACTS
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