User Manual
LG-VN251
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.79
inches (2 ) from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.79 inches (2 ) 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. Body-worn
accessories that cannot maintain 0.79 inch (2 ) 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.
FCC Part 15.19 statement
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 cause undesired operation.
FCC Part 15.21 statement
Changes or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
FCC 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.
Unlocking Your Phone
If your LG-VN251 received is in the Lock status, you may need to unlock it before making calls.
1. Press soft key Unloc k.
2. Enter your four-digit lock code. For security purposes, the code will not be visible as you type.
Note: If you can’t recall your lock code, try using the last four digits of your Social Security number, the
last four digits of your Phone Number or 0000.
View of Phone
1.
2. Antenna: Internal antenna provides optimum reception for 800 MHz & 1900 MHz frequencies.
3. Power On Indicator: Illuminates red when the phone powers on with power on sound indicator.
4. Headset Jack: Provides connection for an optional headset.
5. Volume Control Keys: Adjust the Ring Volume in the Main Menu or the Voice Volume during a call.
6. Mouse Key: Allows quick and easy scrolling through the menus.
7. OK: Lets you place a call, receive a call, end a call or select menu options.
8.
9. Slider: Lets you answer or end calls.
(PWR/END) Switch: Lets you power the phone on or off.
The keys also scroll through mouths in the Calendar or pages in the Mini Browser.
: Lets you clear an entry or back-up in the menu.
Installing and Removing the Battery
To install the battery, insert the bottom of the battery into the opening on the back of the phone. Then,
push the battery down until the latch clicks.
To remove the battery, press down on the latch and remove the battery from the phone.
Turning Your Phone On and Off
To turn your phone on, push the On/Off Switch for 2 ~3 seconds. Your phone performs a short self-
test before letting you know it is operational.
If your phone does not turn on, make sure the battery is installed correctly and is adequately charged or
has external power (via the AC Adapter, Cigarette Lighter Adapter).
To turn your phone off, push the On/Off Switch
for 2 ~3 seconds.
Main Menu
When your phone acquires Service, the Greeting (a banner of text), the current time and date and the
Main Menu are displayed. If you are in authorized cellular provider’s service area, you are ready to send
and receive calls.
Power Save Mode
When the phone is in an area without service for 15 minutes, it stops searching for service and enters into
the power Save Mode. When your phone activates this feature, Power Save is displayed on your screen.
The phone automatically checks for service periodically or you can check manually by pressing any key.
Menu Navigation
The Navigation Key lets you scroll circularly through menus quickly and easily.
As you navigate through a menu, the options are highlighted (Highlig hted Te st Exam p le ) . Select an
option by highlighting it and pressing . The scroll bar at the right of the menu keeps track of your
position in the menu at all times.
For example, if you want to view your last incoming call:
1. From the Main Menu, select REC ENT C ALLS and press “2. Received“ (It may already be
highlighted.)
2. Press the OK Key down
If you have received any calls, they are displayed on the screen.
to highlight and press .
Entering Characters Using the Keypad(T9)
To enter a letter, punctuation or number when creating Phone Book or Scheduler entries, press the
corresponding key until the desired character appears. By default, the first letter of a word is capitalized
and following letters are lowercase. Characters in the following order:
1 . ? , ‘ & - @ ( ) / ~ P Q R S 7 p q r s
1
ABC
A B C 2 a b c 2 T U V 8 t u v 8
D E F 3 d e f 3 W X Y Z 9 w x y z 9
3DEF
G H I 4 g h i 4 Next 0
J K L 5 j k l 5 Shift
M N O 6 m n o 6 Space
6MNO
After a character is entered, the cursor automatically advances to the next space after two seconds. You
can also advance the cursor by pressing or entering a character not on the same key.
1 7PQRS
8TUV
9WXYZ
0Space
*
If you make a mistake, press “Left Navigation Key” to move the cursor left or [
To clear the entire entry, press and hold [
] for two seconds.
] to erase a character.
Display Icons
Display icons are the symbols your phone uses to communicate important information. They are as
follows:
ICON DESCRIPTION
Alarm
Battery
Antenna
In use
No service
Location On
E911 Only
Vo i c e
Vo i ce Pr i va c y
Digital
Vibra te
Roaming
TTY
SSL
Ringer
Ringer off
Text + voice
1x Active Data
1x Dormant Data