LG KE520 User Guide

KE520 User Guide

- English

This document is the user guide for the LG KE520 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. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

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.

3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Part 15.21 statement

" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void

the user's authority to operate the equipment. "

Part 15.105 statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation.

This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. if this

equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:

LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions: (1) The limited warranty for the product extends for ONE (1) year beginning on the data of purchase of the product. (2) The limited warranty extends on to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user. (3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and Canada. (4) The external housing and cosmetic parts shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms. (5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of purchase. (6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of service under this limited warranty.

2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

(1) Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner. (2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which are not the fault of LG, including damage caused by shipping blown fuses spills of food or liquid. (3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship. (4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was net notified by consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period. (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible. (6) The limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by operations law, statutory or otherwise, including, but limited to any implied warranty of marketability or fitness for a particular use. (7) Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved accessories. (8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due to normal customer use. (9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings. 3 (10) Products used or obtained in a rental program. (11) Consumables (such as fuses).

3. STATE LAW RIGHTS:

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG INFOCOMM INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, RISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusive of imitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:

To obtain warranty service, please call the following web address:

www.lgeservice.com

For Your Safety

Important Information

This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty for this equipment.

Before You Start

Safety Instructions

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not

expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the bathroom, swimming pool, etc.

Always store your phone away from heat. Never store your phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than 32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage and/or catastrophic failure.

Be careful when using your phone near other electronic devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect

nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.

Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station. Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will cause the battery to explode.

IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION on page 78 before using your phone.

Safety Information

Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this user guide.

] Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage

the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to explode.

] Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will

cause the battery to explode.

] Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or

flammable materials.

] Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact

with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.

] Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.

] Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as

rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.

For Your Safety

] Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms

to avoid electric shock or fire.

] 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 activated, you may be seriously injured.

] Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.

] Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.

(For example: aircraft).

] Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct

sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a bathroom.

] Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or

greater than 122°F.

] 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.

] Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such

actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.

] Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone

may generate sparks.

] 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.

] Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not

allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or electric shock.

] Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being

charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your phone.

] Do not disassemble the phone.

] Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it

may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or fire.

] Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by

LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers.

] Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its

accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.

] Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your

body during a call.

] 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.

For Your Safety

FCC RF Exposure Information

WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications (FCC) of he 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 both U.S. and international standards bodies.

The design of this phone complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.

CAUTION

Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or result in violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.

Body-worn Operation

This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2cm) between the user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79 inches(2cm) must be maintained between the user's body and the back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.79 inches(2cm) separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.

For Your Safety

Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if available)

A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) 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

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 may cause undesired operation.

Cautions for Battery

] Do not disassemble.

] Do not short-circuit.

] Do not expose to high temperature: 60°C (140°F).]

] Do not incinerate.

Battery Disposal

] Please dispose of your battery properly or bring to your

local wireless carrier for recycling.

] Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammable

materials.

Adapter (Charger) Cautions

] Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phone

and void your warranty.

] The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor use

only.

Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as the bathroom.

KE520 features

Parts of the phone

Open view

KE520 features

Earpiece

Navigation key

In standby mode:

Quick menu

Contacts list

List of Profiles Messaging

In menu: Navigates

menus.

Microphone

LCD screen

Top: Icons showing signal strength, battery level and various other functions

Bottom: Soft key indications

Clear key

Clears a character with each press. Hold the key down to clear all input.

Alpha numeric keys

In standby mode:

numbers to dial. Hold down:

- for international calls.

- to dial voice mail

centre.

Input

to - for speed

dials.

In editing mode: Enter numbers & characters

Confirm key

Send key

Left side view Right side view

Holes for a carrying strap

Side keys

In standby mode

Key tone volume

(open)

adjustment

In menu: Scrolls up & down.

During a call: Earpiece volume adjustment

Headset/ Charger/ Cable connector

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v Please ensure phone is powered on

and in idle mode before connecting the USB cable.

End key

Switch on/off (hold down).

End or reject a call.

Menu key

Opens the main menu.

Opens the task manager (Long press).

KE520 features

Rear view

Mirror

KE520 features

Flash

External camera lens

Battery Terminals

Memory card slot

Battery

Getting Started

Installing the USIM card and battery

1. Installing the USIM card. Your USIM card contains your phone

number, service details and contacts and must be inserted into your handset. If your USIM card is removed then your handset becomes unusable (except for emergency calls depending on which Country you are in at the time) until a valid one is inserted. Always disconnect the charger and other accessories from your handset before inserting and removing your USIM card. Slide the USIM card into the USIM card holder. Make sure that the USIM card is properly inserted and the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. To remove the USIM card, press down lightly and pull it in the reverse direction.

To insert the USIM card

To remove the USIM card

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The metal contact of the USIM card can easily be damaged by scratches. Pay special attention to the USIM card while handling. Follow the instructions supplied with the USIM card.

2. Installing the battery. Insert the the battery into the battery

compartment as the metal contacts meet in the middle of the phone. Push down the top of the battery until it snaps into place. Place the battery cover to the phone as shown.

Getting Started

3. To remove 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

Getting Started

Turn the phone up-side down, as shown, gently push down the battery cover to release and lift off. Then lift up the battery with your fingers and pull-out the battery.

in the diagram push the plug on the battery adapter into the socket on the right side of the phone.

2. Connect the other end of the travel adapter to the mains socket.

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Only use the charger included in the box.

3. The moving bars on the battery icon will stop after charging is complete.

4. Ensure the battery is fully charged before using the phone for the first time.

CAUTION!

• If the battery is completely discharged, the charging display will appear on the LCD approximately 1 to 1.5 minutes after connecting TA.

• Do not force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the travel adapter.

• Insert the battery pack charger vertically to wall power outlet.

• 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 USIM card while charging.

WARNING!

• Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.

• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. This may cause a fire.

Disconnecting the charger

Disconnect the travel adapter from the phone as shown in the diagram below.

How to use a microSD memory card

Getting Started

1. Turn the phone off. Inserting or

2. Lift the plastic cover which protects

3. Insert the memory card into the slot

Getting Started

removing the microSD when the phone is on may damage the files stored in the memory card.

the microSD slot.

with the metal contacts facing down. Do not force the memory card into the slot, if the card does not slide in easily, please check that the card is being inserted the correct way or if there is a foreign object in the slot.

4. Once inserted, push the memory card until you hear a Click, meaning that the microSD has been correctly engaged.

5. Close the plastic slot protection.

6. To remove the memory card, turn the phone off, open the slot protection and push in memory card with the tip of your finger into the slot which will activate the eject mechanism.

Attention:

Avoid using the Flash Memory Card when the battery is low.

When writing to the card, wait for the operation to complete before removing the card.

The card is designed to fit easily into the system one way only.

Do not bend the card or force it into the slot.

Do not insert any memory cards other than those made by microSD.

If the microSD has been formatted using FAT32, format the microSD using FAT16 again.

For more information on the microSD, please refer to the memory card

instruction manual.

Turning the handset on/off

Memory card formatting

Before you start to use the memory card you have to format it. After you insert the memory card, select Menu o

Settings o Memory Manager o External memory, then press

left soft key. This operation should only be done when

you insert the memory card for the first time. During formatting various folders will be created for different data types.

the

Turning your handset on

Ensure that your USIM card is in your handset and the battery is charged. Press and hold on. Enter the USIM PIN code that was supplied with your USIM card if the PIN code request is set to On.

After a few seconds you will be registered on the network.

until the power comes

Turning your handset off

Press and hold until the power goes off. There may be a few seconds delay while the handset powers down.

Do not turn the handset on again during this time.

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 #.5.3].

Getting Started

PIN code (4 to 8 digits)

The PIN (Personal Identification Number) code protects your USIM card against unauthorised use. The PIN code is usually supplied with the USIM card. When the PIN code request is set to On, your phone will request the PIN code every time it is switched on. When the PIN code request is set to Off, your phone connects to the network directly

without the PIN code.

PIN2 code (4 to 8 digits)

The PIN2 code, supplied with some USIM cards, is required to access functions such as Fixed dial number. These functions are only available if supported by your USIM card.

PUK code (8 digits)

The PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) code is required to unblock a blocked PIN code.

Getting Started

The PUK code may be supplied with the USIM card. If not, contact your network operator’s customer service department for the code. If you lose the code, contact your network operator’s customer service department.

PUK2 code (8 digits)

The PUK2 code, supplied with some USIM cards, is required to unblock a blocked PIN2 code. If you lose the code, contact your network operator’s customer service department.

Security code (4 digits)

The security code prevents unauthorised use of your phone. The default security code is set to ‘0000’ and the security code is required to delete all phone entries and to restore the handset to the factory settings.

General functions

Making and answering calls

Making a voice call

1. Enter the number including the full area code.

To delete a digit press . To delete all digits press and hold

2. Press

3. Press

Making a call from the call logs

1. In standby mode, press and the

2. Select the desired number by using

3. Press

to make the call.

to finish the call.

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To activate the speakerphone during a call, activate the touch keys and press

latest incoming, outgoing and missed phone numbers will be displayed.

/ .

to call the number.

Making a video call

You can make a video call in a 3G covered service area. If the called user has a 3G video phone in a 3G covered service area, the call will be established. You can also answer a video call for video incoming call. To make/answer a video call, do the following.

1. Input the phone number using the keypad, or select the phone number from the calls made/received lists.

To correct mistakes, press briefly to delete the last number, or press and hold numbers.

2. If you do not want to use the speakerphone, ensure you have the headset plugged in.

3. To start the video function, press the left soft key [Options] and select Video call.

You will be notified that you will need to close other applications to make the video call.

to delete all

General functions

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4. Adjust the camera position if necessary.

5. Press handset.

Making a voice/video call from Contacts

It is easy to call anyone whose number

General functions

you have stored in your Contacts.

1. Press

2. Scroll to the contact to make a call.

3. Press the left soft key and select Make video call to make a video call.

4. Press

The video call may take some time to connect. Please be patient. The connection time will also depend on how quickly the other party answers the call. While the video call is connecting, you will see your own image; after the other party has answered, their image will be displayed on the screen.

to finish the call, or close the

to access the contacts list.

to make a voice call. Press

to finish the call.

Making international calls

1. Press and hold for the international prefix. The ‘+’ character prefixes the international access code.

2. Enter the country code, area code, and the phone number.

3. Press

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.

1. Answer an incoming call by pressing

key.

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To reject an incoming call, press

or the right soft key twice.

If you set Answer mode as Press send key(Menu 2.10.4), you can answer the call by pressing

If the answer mode is set to Press any key, any key will answer a call except for

2. End the call by pressing .

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You can answer a call while using the Contacts or other menu features.

When the compatible headset is connected, you can also answer a call using the headset key, as well as using the phone. To reject an incoming call, press

You can mute the ringtone when a call comes in by pressing and holding the volume down navigation key.

Signal strength

You can check the strength of your signal by the signal indicator on the LCD screen of your phone. 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. For example, storing names in Contacts, writing a message, creating a personal greeting or scheduling events in the calendar all require entering text. The following text input methods are available with the handset.

T9 mode

This mode lets you enter words with only one keystroke per letter. Each key on the keypad has more than one letter. The T9 mode automatically compares your keystrokes with an internal dictionary to determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode. This is sometimes known as predictive text. If you press you can activate or cancel T9 mode.

ABC mode

This mode lets you enter letters by pressing the key labelled with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.

key,

General functions

123 mode (Number mode)

Type numbers using one keystroke per number.

Refer to the following table for more information on the characters available using the alphanumeric keys.

Key

General functions

Characters in the order display

Lower case Upper case . ,? ! ‘ “ 1 – ( ) @ / : _ . ,? ! ‘ “ 1 – ( ) @ / : _ a b c 2 à á â ã ä å æ ç AB C 2 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç d e f 3 è é ê ë D E F 3 È É Ê Ë g h i 4 ì í î ï G H I 4 Ì Í Î Ï j k l 5 £ J K L 5 £ m n o 6 ñ ò ó ô õ ö ø œ M N O 6 Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö Ø Œ p q r s 7 ß $ P Q R S 7 ß $ t u v 8 ù ú û ü T U V 8 Ù Ú Û Ü w x y z 9 W X Y Z 9 Space, 0 Space, 0

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The characters assigned to the keys and their order of appearance depends on the language selected using the option Input method. The table above provides the characters set for English language.

Using the 123 (Number) mode

The 123 mode enables you to enter numbers in a message(a telephone number, for example). Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode.

Overview of Menu Functions

The menu in this phone can be displayed in 2 ways. One is by grid type or secondly in list format. Please note that menu number options are different in each view. The default setting on the phone is set to show the menu in grid type, so therefore all the menu number selections throughout the manual are set according to that setting. You can launch a menu by pressing and press submenu by directly pressing the corresponding numeric key as follows. The main menu consists of the following top menus and sub menus.

to go into the sub menu. From the main menu you can also go into a

in the idle screen. Move to the desired item

1. Games & Apps

1.1 Applications

2. Messages

2.1 Create new message

2.2 Inbox

2.3 Mailbox

2.4 Drafts

2.5 Outbox

2.6 Sent Items

2.7 Templates

2.8 Emoticons

2.9 Settings

3. Profiles

3.1 Normal

3.2 Silent

3.3 Vibrate only

3.4 Outdoor

3.5 Headset

3.6 Customised 1

3.7 Customised 2

3.8 Customised 3

Overview of Menu Functions

4. Multimedia

4.1 Camera

4.2 Video camera

4.3 Music

4.4 FM Radio

4.5 Voice recorder

5. i-mode

5.1 i-mode

5.2 Profiles

Overview of Menu Functions

5.3 i-mode lock

6. My stuff

6.1 Sim Service

6.2 My images

6.3 My sounds

6.4 My videos

6.5 My games & apps

6.6 Others

7. Tools

7.1 Quick menu

7.2 Alarms

7.3 Calculator

7.4 Converter

7.5 World time

8. Contacts

8.1 Add new

8.2 Search

8.3 Speed dials

8.4 Groups

8.5 Service dial numbers

8.6 Own number

8.7 My business card

8.8 Settings

9. Calling

9.1 Call logs

9.2 Call duration

9.3 Data volume

9.4 Call costs

9.5 Call divert

9.6 Call barring

9.7 Fixed dial numbers

9.8 Call waiting

9.9 Common setting

9.* Video call setting

*. Connectivity

*.1 Bluetooth *.2 USB connetion

0. Organiser

0.1 Calendar

0.2 To do

0.3 Memo

0.4 Secret memo

0.5 Date finder

0.6 Settings

#. Settings

#.1 Phone #.2 Screen #.3 Date & Time #.4 Network #.5 Security #.6 Memory manager #.7 Reset settings

Overview of Menu Functions

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