LG Electronics USA MG160A Cellular/PCS GSM Phone User Manual 00000 MG160 indd
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![8For Your SafetyImportant InformationThis user guide contains important information on the use andoperation of this phone. Please read all the informationcarefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damageto or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications notexpressly approved in this user guide could void your warrantyfor this equipment.Before You StartSafety InstructionsWARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do notexpose your phone to high humidity areas, such as thebathroom, swimming pool, etc.Always store your phone away from heat. Never store yourphone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extremeweather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure toexcessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damageand/or catastrophic failure.Be careful when using your phone near other electronicdevices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affectnearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. Youshould consult with manufacturers of any personal medicaldevices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine ifthey 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 willcause the battery to explode.IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION onpage 78 before using your phone.Safety InformationRead these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may bedangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in thisuser guide.]Never use an unapproved battery since this could damagethe phone and/or battery and could cause the battery toexplode.]Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it willcause the battery to explode.]Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous orflammable materials.]Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contactwith 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 asrubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone,etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-3.png)
![9For Your Safety]Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning stormsto avoid electric shock or fire.]When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up thehands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment isimproperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may beseriously 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 directsunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as abathroom.]Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F orgreater than 122°F.]Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is arisk of this causing a fire.]Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Suchactions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.]Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phonemay 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 causea fire or electric shock.]Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do notallow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire orelectric shock.]Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is beingcharged. It may cause an electric shock or seriouslydamage your phone.]Do not disassemble the phone.]Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as itmay short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock orfire.]Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided byLG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided byother suppliers.]Only authorized personnel should service the phone and itsaccessories. Faulty installation or service may result inaccidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.]Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with yourbody during a call.]An emergency call can be made only within a service area.For an emergency call, make sure that you are within aservice area and that the phone is turned on.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-4.png)
![11For Your SafetyVehicle Mounted External Antenna(optional, if available)A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20cm) must bemaintained between the user/bystander and the vehiclemounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF exposurerequirements. For more information about RF exposure, visitthe FCC website at www.fcc.govFCC Part 15 Class B ComplianceThis device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCCrules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device and its accessories mustaccept any interference received, including interference thatmay 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 yourlocal wireless carrier for recycling.]Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous or flammablematerials.Adapter (Charger) Cautions]Using the wrong battery charger could damage your phoneand void your warranty.]The adapter or battery charger is intended for indoor useonly.Do not expose the adapter or battery charger to direct sunlightor use it in places with high humidity, such as the bathroom.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-6.png)
![19 GENERAL FUNCTIONS |Adjusting the VolumeDuring a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side keys of the phone.In idle mode, you can adjust the key volume using the side keys.Answering a CallWhen 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 Address Book) is displayed.1. Slide up and press the key S or the left soft key to answer an incoming call. If the Any Key menu option [Menu 4-6-2], see p. 80, has been set to any key press will answer a call except for the E key or the right soft key.2. End the call by closing the phone or pressing the E key.! NoteYou can answer a call while using the Address Book or other menu features. In case phone is connected with PC via USB cable, call and message are not available.Vibrate Mode (Quick)Vibrate Mode can be activated by pressing and holding the left navigation key.Signal StrengthIf you are inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. You can see the strength of your signal by the signal indicator ( ) on your phone’s display screen.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-16.png)
![22GENERAL FUNCTIONS2. To insert a space, press the 0 key once. To delete letters, press the C key. Press and hold down the C key to erase the letters continuously.! NoteRefer to the table below for more information on the characters available using the keys.Key Characters in the order displayUpper Case Lower Case1. , ? ! ‘ “ 1 - ( ) @ / : _ . , ? ! ‘ “ 1 - ( ) @ / : _ 2A B C 2 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç a b c 2 à á â ã ä å æ ç3D E F 3 È É Ê Ë d e f 3 è é ê ë4G H I 4 Ì Í Î Ï g h i 4 ì í î ï5J K L 5 £j k l 5 £6M N O 6 Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö Ø Œm n o 6 ñ ò ó ô õ ö ø œ7P Q R S 7 ß Ş p q r s 7 ß ş8T U V 8 Ú Ù Û Üt u v 8 ú ù û ü 9W X Y Z 9 w x y z 90Space 0 (long press) Space 0 (long press) Using the 123 (Numbers) ModeThe 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example).Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode.Using the Symbol ModeThe Symbol Mode enables you to enter various symbols or special characters.To enter a symbol, press the * key. Use the navigation keys to select the desired symbol and press the [OK] key.GENERAL FUNCTIONS |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-19.png)
![23 IN-CALL MENU |IN-CALL MENUYour phone provides a number of control functions that you can use during a call. To access these functions during a call, press the left soft key < [Options].During a CallThe menu displayed on the handset screen during a call is different than the default main menu displayed when in idle screen, and the options are described below.Making a Second Call (Network Dependent)You can get a number you wish to dial from the Address Book to make a second call.Swapping Between Two CallsTo switch between two calls, press S key or the left soft key, and then select Swap Call.Answering an Incoming CallTo answer an incoming call when the handset is ringing, simply press the S key. The handset is also able to warn you of an incoming call while you are already on a call. A tone sounds in the earpiece, and the display will show that a second call is waiting.This feature, known as Call waiting, is only available if your network supports it. If Call Waiting is on, you can put the first call on hold and answer the second, by pressing the left soft key <.Rejecting an Incoming CallYou can reject an incoming call without answering by simply pressing the E key. During a call, you can reject an incoming call by pressing the E key.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-20.png)
![24IN-CALL MENU | IN-CALL MENUMuting the MicrophoneYou can mute the microphone during a call by pressing the [Mute] key. The handset can be unmuted by pressing the [Unmute]. When the handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you can still hear them.DTMF tones while callingTo switch on DTMF tones while calling (e.g. to use the phone with an automatic switchboard) press the key [Options] followed by Send DTMF on. Select DTMF off to disable DTMF tones. DTMF tones are normally on.Conference CallsThe conference service provides you with the ability to have a simultaneous conversation with more than one caller, if your network service provider supports this feature. A conference call can only be set up when you have one active call and one call on hold, both calls having been answered. Once a conference call is set up, calls may be added, disconnected or separated (that is, removed from the conference call but still connected to you) by the person who set up the conference call. These options are all available from the In-Call menu. The maximum callers in a conference call are five. Once started, you are in control of the conference call, and only you can add calls to the conference call.Making a Second CallYou can make a second call while currently on a call. Enter the second number and press the S. When the second call is connected, the first call is automatically placed on hold. You can swap between calls, by pressing the S key.Setting Up a Conference CallTo set up a conference call, place one call on hold and while the active call is on, press the left soft key and then select the Join menu of Conference call.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-21.png)
![25 IN-CALL MENU |Activate the Conference Call on HoldTo activate a conference call on hold, press the S key. Alternatively press the left soft key [Options] and select Join all/Hold all calls. Other users on hold will stay connected. To return to conference call mode, press the left soft key < [Options] followed by Conference call.Adding Calls to the Conference CallTo add a call to an existing conference call, press the left soft key, and then select the Join menu of Conference call.Private Call in a Conference CallTo have a private call with one caller from a conference call, display the number of the caller you wish to talk to on the screen, then press the left soft key. Select the Private menu of Conference call to put all the other callers on hold.Ending a Conference CallCurrently displayed caller from a conference call can be disconnected by pressing the E key.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-22.png)
![27 MESSAGING |MESSAGINGNew message [Menu 1-1]This menu includes functions related to SMS (Short Message Service), MMS (Multimedia Message Service), Email, voice mail, as well as the network’s service messages.Text [Menu 1-1-1]You can write and edit text message, checking the number of message pages.1. Enter the New messages menu by pressing the left soft key < [OK].2. If you want to write a new message, select Text.3. To make text input easier, use T9.4. Press [Options] to attach the followings.Options• Send to: Sends text messages.1. Enter numbers of recipient.2. Press D key to add more recipients.3. You can add phone numbers in the address book.4. Press the < [Option] and then press send after entering numbers. All messages will be automatically saved in the outbox folder, even after a sending failure.• Insert- Symbol: You can add special characters.- Image: You can insert the Default graphics or graphics in My pictures that are available for short messages.- Sound: You can insert sounds that are available for short messages.- Default image: You can insert Animations stored.- Default sound: You can insert Sounds stored.- Text template: You can use Text templates already set in the phone.- Contact: You can add phone numbers or e-mail addresses in address book.- Business card: You can add your Business card to the message.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-24.png)
![28• Save to drafts: Stores messages in Drafts.• T9 languages: Select the language for T9 input mode. You can also deactivate T9 input mode by selecting ‘T9 off’.• Clear text: You can clear text while writing SMS.• Exit: If you press Exit while writing a message, you can end the writing message and back to the Message menu. The message you have written is not saved.! NoteThe phone which supports EMS release 5 is available to send colour pictures, sounds, text styles, etc.. The other party may not receive pictures, sounds or text styles you sent properly if the phone does not support such options.Inbox [Menu 1-2]You will be alerted when you have received messages. They will be stored in Inbox.In Inbox, you can identify each message by icons. If the phone shows ‘No space for SIM message’, you have to delete only SIM messages from Inbox. If the phone displays ‘No space for message’, you can make space of each repository as deleting messages, media and applications.• SIM messageSIM message means the message exceptionally stored in SIM card. You can move this message to the phone.To read a message, select one of the messages by pressing the left soft key <.• View: You can view the received messages.MESSAGINGMESSAGING |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-25.png)
![29 MESSAGING |• Delete: You can delete the current message.• Reply: You can reply to the sender.• Forward: You can forward the selected message to another party.• Return call: You can call back to the sender.• Information: You can view information about received messages; Sender’s address, Subject (only for Multimedia message), Message date & time, Message type, Message clss.• Multi delete: After selecting the messages you want to remove, you can delete the selected messages.• Delete all read: You can delete all messages read.• Delete all: You can delete all messages.Drafts [Menu 1-3]Using this menu, you can preset multimedia messages that you use most frequently. This menu shows the preset multimedia message list.The following options are available.• View: You can see the multimedia messages.• Edit: Modifies the message you choose.• Delete: Deletes the message you choose.• Information: You can view information about the message you choose.• Multi delete: After selecting the messages you want to remove, press OK and you can delete the selected messages.• Delete all: Deletes all of the messages in the folder.Outbox [Menu 1-4]This menu allows to view the message which is about to send or is failed sending. After sending the message successfully, the message will be moved to sent box.• View: You can view the message.• Delete: You can delete the message.• Resend: You can resend the selected message.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-26.png)
![30• Edit: Modifies the massage you choose.• Information: You can check information of each message.• Multi delete: Select and delete the selected messages. • Delete all: You can delete all messages in outbox.Sent [Menu 1-5]This menu allows you to view the messages which are already sent. You can check the time and the contents of message.Voice mail [Menu 1-6]Once this menu has been selected, simply press the left soft key < [OK] to listen to voice mail. You can also hold down the 1 key in standby mode to listen to voice mail.! NoteWhen you receive a voice mail, your phone displays the icon and you hear an alert. Please check with your network provider for details of their service in order to configure the handset correctly.Info message [Menu 1-7] (Dependent to network and subscription)Info service messages are text messages delivered by the network to GSM. They provide general information such as weather reports, traffic news, taxis, pharmacies, and stock prices. Each type of has the number; therefore, you can contact service provider as long as you have input the certain number for the information. When you have received an info service message, you can see the popup message to show you that you have received a message or the info service message is directly displayed. To view the message again or not in standby mode, follow the sequence shown below;MESSAGINGMESSAGING |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-27.png)
![31Read [Menu 1-7-1]1. When you have received an info service message and select Read to view the message, it will be displayed on the screen. You can read another message by scrolling L , R or < [Next].2. The message will be shown until another message is reached.Topics [Menu 1-7-2] (Dependent to network and subscription)• View list: You can see Info service message numbers which you added. If you press < [Options], you can edit and delete info message category which you added.• Active list: You can select info service message numbers in the active list. if you activate an info service number, you can receive messages sent from the number.Templates [Menu 1-8]Text [Menu 1-8-1]You have 6 text templates as below;• Please call me back.• I’m late. I will be there at• Where are you now?• I am on the way.• Urgent! Please contact.• I love you.Settings [Menu 1-9]Text message [Menu 1-9-1]• Message centre number: If you want to send the text message, you can receive the address of SMS centre through this menu.• Delivery report: If you set to Yes, you can check whether your message is sent successfully. MESSAGING |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-28.png)
![32• Validity period: This network service allows you to set how long your messages will be stored at the message centre.• Reply charging: When a message is sent, it allows the recipients to reply and charge the cost of the reply to your telephone bill.• Message types: Text, Voice, Fax, Paging, X.400, E-mail, ERMES Usually, the type of message is set to Text. You can convert your text into alternative formats. Contact your service provider for the availability of this function.• Save to sent message: If you set to Yes, you can save the message sent.Voicemail number [Menu 1-9-2]You can receive the voicemail if your network service provider supports this feature. When a new voicemail is arrived, the symbol will be displayed on the screen. Please check with your network service provider for details of their service in order to configure the phone accordingly.Info message [Menu 1-9-3]• ReceiveYes: If you select this menu, your phone will receive Info service messages.No: If you select this menu, your phone will not receive Info service messages any more.• AlertsYes: Your phone will beep when you have received Info service message numbers.No: Your phone will not beep even though you have received info service messages.• LanguageYou can select the language you want by pressing [On/Off]. Then, the info service message will be shown in the language that you selected.MESSAGINGMESSAGING |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-29.png)
![33 CONTACTS |Search [Menu 2-1]1. Select Search by press the left soft key < [OK].2. Enter the name that you want to search.! NoteInstant searching is available by inputting the initial letter of the name.3. If you want to edit, delete, copy an entry, or to add the voice to one, select left soft key < [Options]. The following menu will be displayed.• View: You can view each entry in details.• Edit: You can edit the name, number, group, ringtone and picture by using the navigation key.• Send via Bluetooth: You can send the data of phone book to devices which is compatible with bluetooth through bluetooth.• New message: After you have found the number you want, you can send a text/multimedia message to the selected number.• Copy to handset/SIM: You can copy an entry from SIM to phone or from phone to SIM.• Delete: You can delete an entry.New contact [Menu 2-2]You can add phonebook entry by using this function. Phone memory capacity is 1000 entries. SIM card memory capacity depends on the cellular service provider. The number of character is SIM dependent feature.! NoteMaximum stored name and number length depends on SIM-card type.1. Select Add new by press left soft key < [OK].2. Select the memory you want to save: SIM or Phone.a. Input a name.b. Press D, then you can input a number.CONTACTS](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-30.png)
![34CONTACTS | c. You can set a group for the entry by pressing L , R.d. You can set a ringtone and a photo for the entry by press left soft key < [Option].Speed dial [Menu 2-3]You can assign any of the keys 2 to 9 with a Name list entry. You can call directly by pressing this key.1. Open the phonebook first by pressing the right soft key > [Contacts] in standby mode.2. Scroll to Speed dial, then press the left soft key < [OK].3. If you want to add speed dial, select <empty> by pressing the left soft key < [Add]. Then, you can search the name in phonebook.4. After assigning the number as speed dial, you can change and delete the entry. You can also make a call or send a message by this number.Copy all [Menu 2-4]You can copy entries from SIM card memory to Phone memory and vice versa.1. Open the Phonebook first by pressing the right soft key > [Contacts] in standby mode.2. Scroll to Copy all, and then press the left soft key < [OK] to enter this menu.SIM to phone [Menu 2-4-1]You can copy the entry from SIM Card to Phone memory.Phone to SIM [Menu 2-4-2]You can copy the entry from Phone memory to SIM Card.Delete all [Menu 2-5]You can delete entries from SIM card memory to Phone memory and vice versa.CONTACTS](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-31.png)
![35 CONTACTS |1. Open the Phonebook first by pressing the right soft key > [Contacts] in standby mode.2. Scroll to delete all, and then press the left soft key < [OK] to enter this menu.SIM [Menu 2-5-1]You can delete the all entry from SIM Card.Phone [Menu 2-5-2]You can delete the all entry from Phone memory.Memory status [Menu 2-6]You can check free space and memory usage of each repository, Internal memory and Multimedia memory. You can go to each repository menu.Information [Menu 2-7]Service dial number [Menu 2-7-1]Use this function to access a particular list of services provided by your network operator (if supported by the SIM card).Own number (Sim dependent) [Menu 2-7-2]You can save and check your own number in SIM card.Business card [Menu 2-7-3]This option allows you to create your own business card featuring Name and an mobile phone number. To create a new business card, press the left soft key < [Add] and enter the information into the fields.If you want to edit, delete or to send a business card, select left soft key < [option].• Edit: You can edit the name, numbers and email by using navigation key.• Delete: You can delete the business card.• Send via: You can send the business card by SMS, MMS, or bluetooth.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-32.png)
![36CALL HISTORYCALL HISTORY | You can check the record of missed, received, and dialled calls only if the network supports the Calling Line Identification (CLI) within the service area.The number and name (if available) are displayed together with the date and time at which the call was made. You can also view call times.All calls [Menu 3-1]You can view all lists of outgoing or incoming calls.Missed calls [Menu 3-2]This option lets you view the last 50 unanswered calls. You can also:• View the number if available and call it, or save it in the Address Book• Enter a new name for the number and save both in the Address Book• Send a message by this number• Delete the call from the listDialled calls [Menu 3-3]This option lets you view the last 50 outgoing calls (called or attempted). You can also:• View the number if available and call it or save it in the Address Book• Enter new name for the number and save both in the Address Book• Send a message by this number• Delete the call from the listReceived calls [Menu 3-4]This option lets you view the last 50 incoming calls. You can also:• View the number if available and call it or save it in the Address Book• Enter new name for the number and save both in the Address Book• Send a message by this number• Delete the call from the list](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-33.png)
![37 SETTINGS |SETTINGSProfiles [Menu 4-1]In Profiles, you can adjust and customise the phone tones for different events, environments, or caller groups.There are 5 preset profiles: General, Silent, Vibrate only, Outdoor and Headset. Each profile can be personalised (Except Vibrate only and silent). Press the left soft key [Menu] and select Profiles using up/down navigation keys.Activate [Menu 4-X-1]1. A list of profiles is displayed.2. In the Profiles list, scroll to the profile you want to activate and press the left soft key < [OK] or OK key.3. Then, select Activate.Personalise [Menu 4-X-2]Scroll to the desired profile in the Profile list. After pressing the left soft key < or the OK key, select Personalise. The profile setting option opens. Set the option as required.• Call alert type: Set the alert type for incoming calls.• Ring tones: Select the desired ring tone from the list.• Ring volume: Set the volume of the ringing tone.• Message alert type: Set the alert type for messages.• Message tones: Select the alert tone for messages.• Keypad tones: Select the desired keypad tone.• Keypad volume: Set the volume of keypad tone.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-34.png)
![38SETTINGSSETTINGS | • Effect sound volume: Set the volume of effect sound.• Power on/off volume: Set the volume of the ringing tone when switching the phone on/off.• Auto answer: This function will be activated only when your phone is connected to the handsfree kit.– Off: The phone will not answer automatically.– After 5 secs: After 5 seconds, the phone will answer automatically.– After 10 secs: After 10 seconds, the phone will answer automatically.! NoteAll profiles cannot be renamed.Clock settings [Menu 4-2]You can set functions relating to the date and time.Set date [Menu 4-2-1]You can enter the current date.Date format [Menu 4-2-2]You can set the Date format such as DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, YYYY/MM/DD.(D: Day / M: Month / Y: Year)Set time [Menu 4-2-3]You can enter the current time.Time format [Menu 4-2-4]Your can set the time format between 24-hour and 12-hour.Language [Menu 4-3]You can change the language for the display texts in your phone. This change will also affect the Language Input mode.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-35.png)
![39 SETTINGS |Display Settings [Menu 4-4]Wallpaper [Menu 4-4-1]You can select the background pictures in standby mode.• DefaultYou can select a picture or an animation of wallpaper by pressing L or R.! NoteTo set wallpaper, Animated GIF file must be less than 200 KB and others should be less than 500KB.Backlight time [Menu 4-4-2]You can set the light-up duration of the display.Brightness [Menu 4-4-3]You can set the brightness of LCD: 100%, 80%, 60%, 40%Contrast [Menu 4-4-4]The screen brightness can be adjusted from 0% to 100%.Home screen shortcut [Menu 4-4-5]Selecting On displays the functionalities of 4 Navigation keys and Menu key as pictures on the middle of the idle window. (Profiles/Messaging/Favourites/Contacts)Network name [Menu 4-4-6]If this function is activated, network name will be displayed on LCD.Call settings [Menu 4-5]You can set the menu relevant to a call by pressing [Select] in the Setting menu.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-36.png)
![40CLIR [Menu 4-5-1]The Call divert service allows you to divert incoming voice calls, fax calls, and data calls to another number. For details, contact your service provider.• All voice callsDiverts voice calls unconditionally.• If busyDiverts voice calls when the phone is in use.• If no replyDiverts voice calls which you do not answer.• If out of reachDiverts voice calls when the phone is switched off or out of coverage.• All data callsDiverts to a number with a PC connection unconditionally.• All fax callsDiverts to a number with a fax connection unconditionally.• Cancel allCancels all call divert service.The submenusCall divert menus have the submenus shown below.- ActivateActivate the corresponding service.To voice mail centreForwards to message centre. This function is not shown at All data calls and All fax calls menus.To other numberInputs the number for diverting.To favourite numberYou can check recent 5 diverted numbers.- CancelDeactivate the corresponding service.- View statusView the status of the corresponding service.SETTINGSSETTINGS |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-37.png)
![41 SETTINGS |Answer mode [Menu 4-5-2]• Any keyIf you select this menu, you can receive a call by pressing any key except E [End] key.• Send key onlyIf you select this menu, you can receive a call by only pressing S [Send] key.Send my number [Menu 4-5-3] (network and subscription dependent)• Set by networkIf you select this, you can send your phone number depending on two line service such as line 1 or line 2.• OnYou can send your phone number to another party. Your phone number will be shown on the receiver’s phone.• OffYour phone number will not be shown.Call waiting [Menu 4-5-4] (network dependent)• ActivateIf you select Activate, you can accept a waiting (receiving) call.• CancelIf you select Cancel, you cannot recognize the waiting (receiving) call.• View statusShows the status of Call waiting.Minute minder [Menu 4-5-5]If you select On, you can check the call duration by a beep sound given every minute during a call.Auto redial [Menu 4-5-6]• OnWhen this function is activated, the phone will automatically try to redial in the case of failure to connect a call.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-38.png)
![42• OffYour phone will not make any attempts to redial when the original call has not connected.Select line [Menu 4-5-7]This menu is shown only if the SIM supports two subscriber numbers, that is, two phone lines. Select which phone line (between Line 1 and Line 2) you want to use for making calls and sending short messages. Calls on both lines can be answered irrespective of the selected line.! NoteYou will not be able to make calls if you select Line 2 and have not subscribed to this network service.Keypad Locking Settings [Menu 4-6]When Auto key Lock feature is enabled, the phone is locked.Security settings [Menu 4-7]PIN code request [Menu 4-7-1]In this menu, you can set the phone to ask for the PIN code of your SIM card when the phone is switched on.If this function is activated, you’ll be requested to enter the PIN code.1. Select PIN code request in the security settings menu, and then press < [OK].2. Set Enable/Disable.3. If you want to change the setting, you need to enter PIN code when you switch on the phone.4. If you enter wrong PIN code more than 3 times, the phone will lock out. If the PIN is blocked, you will need to key in PUK code.5. You can enter your PUK code up to 10 times. If you put wrong PUK code more than 10 times, you can not unlock your phone. You will need to contact your service provider.SETTINGSSETTINGS |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-39.png)
![43 SETTINGS |Phone lock [Menu 4-7-2]You can use a security code to avoid unauthorized use of the phone. Whenever you switch on the phone, the phone will request security code if you set phone lock to When switch on.If you set phone lock to When SIM changed, your phone will request security code only when you change your SIM card.Call barring [Menu 4-7-3]The Call barring service prevents your phone from making or receiving certain category of calls. This function requires the call barring password. You can view the following submenus.• All outgoing callsThe barring service for all outgoing calls.• Outgoing internationalThe barring service for all outgoing international calls.• Outgoing international when roamingThe barring service for all international outgoing calls except home network.• All incomingThe barring service for all incoming calls.• Incoming when roamingThe barring service for all incoming calls when roaming.• Cancel all You can cancel all barring services.• Change passwordYou can change the password for Call Barring Service.The submenus:- ActivateAllows to request the network to set call restriction on.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-40.png)
![44SETTINGSSETTINGS | - CancelSet the selected call restriction off.- View statusView the status whether the calls are barred or not.Fixed dial number [Menu 4-7-4] (SIM dependent)You can restrict your outgoing calls to selected phone numbers. The numbers are protected by your PIN2 code.• OnYou can restrict your outgoing calls to selected phone numbers.• Off You can cancel fixed dialling function.• Number listYou can view the number list saved as Fixed dial number.Change codes [Menu 4-7-5]PIN is an abbreviation of Personal Identification Number to prevent use by unauthorized person. You can change the access codes: Security code, PIN code, PIN2 code.1. If you want to change the Security code/PIN1/ PIN2 code input your original code, and then press < [OK].2. Input new Security code/PIN/PIN2 code and verify them.Power save [Menu 4-8]If you set On, you can save the power when you don’t use the phone.Network selection [Menu 4-9]You can select a network which will be registered either automatically or manually.Usually, the network selection is set to Automatic.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-41.png)
![45 SETTINGS |Automatic [Menu 4-9-1]If you select Automatic mode, the phone will automatically search for and select a network for you. Once you have selected “Automatic”, the phone will be set to “Automatic” even though the power is off and on.Manual [Menu 4-9-2]The phone will find the list of available networks and show you them. Then you can select the network which you want to use if this network has a roaming agreement with your home network operator. The phone let you select another network if the phone fails to access the selected network.Preferred [Menu 4-9-3]You can set a list of preferred networks and the phone attempts to register with first, before attempting to register to any other networks. This list is set from the phone’s predefined list of known networks.Reset settings [Menu 4-0]You can reset your phone to its default configuration. To do so, proceed, as follows.1. Select the Reset settings menu option.2. You are requested to enter the 4-digit security code.! NoteThe security code is preset to 0000. Memory status [Menu 4-*]You can check free space and memory usage of each repository, Internal memory and Multimedia memory. You can go to each repository menu.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-42.png)
![46You can set up to 5 alarm clocks to go off at a specified time.1. Select On and enter the alarm time you want.2. Select the repeat period: Once, Mon-Fri, Mon-Sat, Sat-Wed, Sat-Thu, Everyday.3. Select the alarm tone you want and press < [Set].ALARM ALARM |](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-43.png)
![47 ORGANISER |ORGANISERCalendar [Menu 6-1]When you enter this menu a calendar will show up. On top of the screen there are sections for date. Whenever you change the date, the calendar will be updated according to the date. And square cursor will be used to locate the certain day. If you see marked date in the calendar, it means that there is a schedule or memo that day. This function helps to remind you of your schedule and memo. The phone will sound an alarm tone if you set this for the note.View [Menu 6-1-1]View all schedules and memo for the chosen day. Use U , D to browse through the note lists.If you want to view the note in detail, press left soft key < [Select]. Press left soft key < [Options] to View, Edit, Send via bluetooth, Delete and Calendar.New schedule [Menu 6-1-2]Allows you to add new schedule and memo for the chosen day. You can store up to 100 notes.Input the subject and then press left soft key < [OK]. You enter the appropriate information in the follow section; Time, Repeat and Alarm.View all schedules [Menu 6-1-3]View all schedules and memo for the chosen day. Use U , D to browse through the note lists. If you set alarm for the note, the alarm icon is displayed.If you want to view the note in detail, press left soft key O [Select]. Press left soft key < [Options] to delete, edit the note you selected.Go to date [Menu 6-1-4]You can go the chosen date directly.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-44.png)
![48ORGANISERORGANISER | Delete old [Menu 6-1-5]Select this to delete the expired schedule notes that have already been notified. You are asked to confirm this action.Delete all [Menu 6-1-6]You can delete for the all notes.Memo [Menu 6-2]1. Select the Memo by pressing the left soft key < [View].2. If the entry is empty, press the left soft key < [New].3. Input the memo and then press left soft key < [OK].](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-45.png)
![49TOOLS ORGANISER |FM radio [Menu 7-1]You can search radio stations and enjoy listening to the radio. Connect the FM Radio headset into headset jack on the right side of the phone to activate this menu.1. Press the corresponding number key of a channel to store the currently selected radio station into.2. After presetting radio channels, you can listen to other channel by pressing the corresponding number key (short press).3. You can acces s the following option menus by pressing the left soft key [Options].• Edit : You can adjust frequency and change the radio station in the selected channel. You can change the frequency 0.1 MHz at a time with Left/Right navigation keys and number keys.• Auto scan: If you select “Auto Scan Now?” On, automatically set the radio channel. And When “Save this Station?” message will be popped up, if you select Yes, the selected frequency will be stored.• Reset all channels: You can delete all channels you saved.• Listen via speaker: Select this to listen to the radio through the built-in speaker. To turn off the speaker, select “Listen via headset” in the [Options].Calculator [Menu 7-2]This contains the standard functions such as +, –, x, ÷ : Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division.Furthermore, you can use the various function of calculator such as +/–, sin, cos, tan, log, ln, exp, sqrt, deg,Rad. 1. Input the numbers by pressing numeric keys.2. Use a navigation key to select a sign for calculation.3. Then input the numbers.4. Press O key to view the result.](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-46.png)
![50TOOLSTOOLS | 5. To input the decimal number, press * key. If you press # key, you can enter ( ).6. To end Calculator, press the right soft key > [Back].! NoteIf you want to change the text input mode, press the # in order.• Edit: Allows you to revise your memo.• New: Allows you to add a new memo.• Delete: Allows you to remove the memo selected.Stopwatch [Menu 7-3]1. Press [Start] to take time and record the lap time by pressing [Lap].2. Press [Stop] to ascertain the record of lap time.3. Press [Reset] to default condition.Conversion [Menu 7-4]This converts any measurement into a unit you want. There are 4 types that can be converted into units: Area, Length, Weight and Volume. 1. You can select one of four unit types by pressing < [OK] key.2. Select the unit you want to convert by pressing U and D. It’s impossible to input “-” symbol in unit converter.3. Select the standard value by using L , R.World clock [Menu 7-5]You can view clocks of the world’s major cities.1. Select the city belonged to the time zone by pressing L , R key.2. You can set the current time to the city time you select by pressing the left soft key < [Set].• Zoom in/out: Local time/World time](https://usermanual.wiki/LG-Electronics-USA/MG160A/User-Guide-751335-Page-47.png)
