LG KU250 Users manual

KU250 User Guide

- English

This document is the user guide for the

LG KU250 3G Video 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.

(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.

]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.

For Your Safety

]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.

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.

For Your Safety

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.

Contents

Introduction 5

For your safety 6

Guidelines for safe and efficient use 7

KE970 features 12

Parts of the phone

Display information 16 On-Screen Icons

	Installation	18
	Installing the SIM card
	and the handset battery

	Charging the Battery 20

	Disconnecting the
	charger	21

	Inserting the memory
Contents	card	22
Contents	Removing the memory
	Removing the memory

card

General functions 23

Making a Call

Answering a Call	24
Entering Text	25

Selecting functions

and options	29
In-call menu	30
During a Call
Conference Calls	31

Menu Tree	34
Profiles	37

Activate

Personalise

Browser	39
Home	40
Bookmarks
Go to URL

History	41
Settings
Network profiles

Cache	42
Cookies
Security certificates
Information

Multimedia	43
MP3 player

Camera	47
Video camera	49
Voice recorder

Call history	51
All calls
Missed calls
Dialled calls

Received calls	52
Call duration

Call costs	53
Data information

Messaging	54
New message
Text

Multimedia	55

Email	57

Inbox	58

Email box	59

Drafts	60
Outbox

Sent	61
Listen voicemail
Info message

Read	62
Topics
Templates
Text

Multimedia	63

Settings	64
Text message
Multimedia message

Email	65

Voicemail number	67
Push message
Info message

Contacts	68
Search

New contact	69
Speed dials

Groups	70
Copy all
Delete all

Settings	71
Information

My stuff	72
Images

Sounds	73

Videos	74

Documents	75
Others	76
Games & Apps	77
External memory

Contents

Tools	79
Alarm clock
Calendar

Calculator	81
Memo

Stop watch	82
Unit converter
World clock
SIM services

Settings	83
Date & Time

Set date

Date format

Set time

Time format

Auto update

Languages

Display	83
Wallpaper
Backlight timer

Brightness	84
Home screen shortcut
Menu style
Dialing style
Standby text
Network name
Connectivity
Bluetooth

Network	87

USB connection	89

Call	90
Call divert

Answer mode	91
Send my number

Call waiting	92
Minute minder
Auto redial
Send DTMF

Security	93
PIN code request
Phone lock

Call barring	94

Fixed dial number	95
Change codes

Flight mode	96
Power saving
Reset default
Memory status

Q&A	97
Accessories	100

Technical data 101

Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact KU250 3G video 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. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user’s guide could void your warranty for this equipment.

	Use of phone cases with magnetic locks
	with slide type phones has caused	Introduction
	problems such as loss of network signal	Introduction
	problems such as loss of network signal
	and phones powering off.

Parts of the phone

Open view

Earpiece

Navigation key v In standby mode:

List of Profiles

Contacts list

Messaging Calendar

v In menu: Navigates menus.

Menu key

Microphone

KU250 features

LCD screen

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

vBottom: Soft key indications

Clear key

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

Alpha numeric keys

v In standby mode: Input			KU250
numbers to dial. Hold down:			KU250
numbers to dial. Hold down:
	- for international calls.
	- to dial voice mail centre.		features
	- to dial voice mail centre.
	to	- for speed dials.
	to	- for speed dials.

v In editing mode: Enter numbers & characters

KU250 features

features KU250

Left soft key/ Right soft key

These keys perform the function indicated in the bottom of the display.

Confirm key

Selects menu options and confirms actions.

End key

vSwitch on/off (hold down)

vEnd or reject a call.

Send key

vDial a phone number and answer a call.

vIn standby mode: Shows a history of calls made, received, and missed.

Headset/Charger/Cable connector

Note

v Please ensure phone is powered on and in idle mode before connecting the USB cable.

Micro SD memory card slot

Rear view

External camera lens

Battery cover

Battery

SIM Card Socket

Battery Terminals

Memory card slot

features KU250

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) 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

Installation	reverse direction.
	reverse direction.

To insert the USIM card To remove the USIM card

Note

v 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 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.

3.To remove the battery.

Press and hold down the battery release button and lift off the battery cover. Turn the phone up-side down, as shown, then lift up the battery with your fingers and pull-out 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.

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

Installation

Note

v 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.
	Installation		• Insert the battery pack charger
	Installation		vertically to wall power outlet.
			vertically to wall power outlet.
			• If you use the battery pack charger
			when abroad, use an attachment
			plug adaptor for the proper
			configuration.
			configuration.
	18		• Do not remove your battery or the
	18		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

1.Turn the phone off. Inserting or removing the microSD when the phone is on may damage the files stored in the memory card.

2.Lift the plastic cover which protects the microSD slot.

3.Insert the memory card into the slot. The gold contacts must be kept on the back of the microSD. Don’t push the microSD too much. If it doesn't go into the slot easily, you may be trying to insert it in the wrong way or there could be 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 the microSD to unlock it. Carefully extract the memory card.

Installation

Attention:

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

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

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

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

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

v 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

Installation	manual.
	manual.

Memory card formatting

Before you start to use the memory card you have to format it. After you insert the memory card, select Menu oSettings oPhone settings o Memory status oExternal memory, then press the 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.

Turning the handset on/off

Turning your handset on

Ensure that your USIM card is in your handset and the battery is charged. Press and hold until the power comes on. Enter the USIM PIN code that was supplied with your USIM card if the PIN code request is set to On. (Note: Please refer to page 79)

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

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 #.1.4.3].

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.

WELCOME

Installation

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. 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.

Installation	PUK2 code (8 digits)
Installation	your network operator’s customer service
	The PUK2 code, supplied with some USIM
	cards, is required to unblock a blocked
	PIN2 code. If you lose the code, contact
	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.

Display information

No USIM idle screen

This is the initial screen of the phone that appears when there is no USIM card installed in the phone, or the installed USIM card is invalid. In this screen, users can only make emergency calls, and turn the phone off. To turn the phone off, press and hold down for a few seconds.

Screen structure

If there is no USIM card installed, an animation telling you to insert a USIM card appears. If the USIM card inserted into the phone is invalid, an animation telling you that the USIM card is locked appears.

Emergency call function

The right soft key is represented by “Emergency” on the screen. Press the right soft key or dial your emergency number using the number keys, and then press

to make an emergency call.

Idle screen

The idle screen appears when you have installed a proper USIM card and turned the phone on.

Screen structure

Idle screen consists of the operator's name, indicators, date and time on a background image. You can change the wallpaper in the Display settings menu.

Numbering screen

The numbering screen appears when a number key is pressed in the idle screen.

Screen structure

The numbering screen consists of status indicators, dialled number and soft menu. Status indicators are the same as those of the idle screen. You can change the size and colour of the dialling font in the Display settings menu. You can make a call while dialling a phone number by pressing .

Soft key

You can use the soft keys for several functions while dialling a number. Using the left soft key, you can make a video call, send a message to the number, save the number to Contacts, search contacts.

Installation

Handset lock screen

When the Handset lock function is selected, you can only make an emergency call, release the lock, and turn off the phone in this screen. As always, you can turn the phone off by pressing and holding

for a few seconds.

		Screen structure
		The screen structure of the Handset lock
		screen is the same as that of the idle
		screen, except that the lock message
		appears on the idle screen.
		Emergency call function
		You can make an emergency call using the
		right soft key. As with the No USIM idle
	Installation	screen, only emergency numbers can be
	Installation	dialled.
		dialled.

Unlock function

If you press key except right soft key and number key, a popup screen appears asking you to input the Security code to unlock the phone. The Security code is configured in the Change codes (#.Setting o 2. Phone settings o 5. Security o 3. Change codes). If you key in an incorrect Security Code, the phone will remain in Handset lock status. If you key in the correct Security code, the phone will be unlocked, and the idle screen will be displayed. If you have turned the phone off in the Handset lock status, you will find the phone remains in Handset lock status when you turn it on.

Barring password

This service obstructs calling service in some conditions. This condition can be edited using the Call barring feature (#. Settings o 5. Call settings o 2. Call barring). The barring password is required when you use the call barring function.

The password is obtained from your network operator's customer service when you subscribe to this service. While this service is activated, the caller will hear the information message that the call is not connected because of the call barring.

Installation

General functions

Making and answering calls

Making a voice call

1.Enter the number including the full area code.

v To delete a digit press .

To delete all digits press and hold

2.Press to make the call.

3.Press to finish the call, or close the handset.

Note

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

Making a call from the call logs

1.In standby mode, press and the latest incoming, outgoing and missed phone numbers will be displayed.

2.Select the desired number by using

/ .

3.Press 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.

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

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

Note

v 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.

4. Adjust the camera position if necessary.

5.Press to finish the call, or close the handset.

Making a voice/video call from Contacts

It is easy to call anyone whose number you have stored in your Contacts.

1.Press to access the contacts list.

2.Scroll to the contact to make a call.

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

4.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 .

functions General

General functions

Adjusting the volume

During a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use on the left side of the phone. In idle mode, 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.

1.Open the slider to answer an incoming call.

functions General

Note

v To reject an incoming call, press

or the right soft key twice.

v If you set Answer mode as Press send key (Menu #.5.0.4), you can answer the call by pressing after opening the slider.

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

2.End the call by closing the handset or pressing .

Note

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

v 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 .

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

Shortcut to activate vibrate

mode You can activate the vibrate only mode by pressing and holding down after opening the phone.

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.

functions General

General functions

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	key,
you can activate or cancel T9 mode.

ABC mode

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

	functions	123 mode (Number mode)
	functions	Type numbers using one keystroke per
		Type numbers using one keystroke per
		number.

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 of the LCD screen.

2.If T9 is on, you can change the mode to T9Abc, T9ABC, 123, T9abc by pressing . When T9 is off, the mode will be changed to Abc, ABC, 123, abc.

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 handset begins to display the characters that it thinks you are typing based on a built-in dictionary. As new letters are added, the word changes to reflect the most likely candidate from the dictionary.