LG KG288
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LG KG288 manual, tips, reviews

Installing the SIM Card and Charging the Battery
Installing the SIM Card Illustrations

Phone Components

Display Information

Icon area

USER GUIDE
This manual may differ from the phone depending on the phone software version and service provider used.
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others. Important!
Open battery cover Insert your SIM Close the battery cover Charge your battery

Earpiece

Text and graphic area
The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be
easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children. USIM is not supported in a phone.

Display screen

Soft keys Each of these keys performs the functions indicated by the text on the display immediately above them.

Favourites

Soft key indications

On-Screen Icons

The table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear on the phones display screen.
Tells you the strength of the network signal. Call is connected. Shows that you are using a roaming service. The alarm has been set and is on. Tells you the status of the battery. You have received a text message. You have received a voice message. Vibrate only menu in profile. General menu in profile. Outdoor menu in profile. Silent menu in profile. Headset menu in profile. You can view your schedule.
: Send key You can dial a phone number and answer incoming calls. Alphanumeric keys These keys are used to dial a number in standby mode and to enter numbers or characters in edit mode.
: End /Power key Allows you to power the phone on or off, end calls, or return to Standby Mode. : Navigation key Use for quick access to phone functions.

P/N: MMBB0

Fully charge the battery before using it for the first time.
Turning Your Phone On and Off
1. Hold down the [END] key until the phone switches on. 2. To switch the phone off, hold down the [END] key until the power-off image displays.

Menu and Options

Your phone offers a set of functions that allow you to customize it. These functions are arranged in menus and sub-menus, accessed via the left and right soft keys. The label on the bottom of the display screen immediately above the soft keys indicates their current function.

Entering Text

You can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phones keypad. To change modes, press the key.
FM Radio (This function may be different in different regions.)
1. Press the corresponding number key of a channel to store the selected radio station. 2. After presetting radio channels, you can listen to another channel by pressing the corresponding number key. 3. You can access the following option menus by pressing the left soft key [Options]. Edit channel: You can adjust frequency and channel 0.1 MHz at a time using the Left/Right navigation keys and number keys. Auto scan: If you turn "Auto Scan Now?" on, this automatically sets the radio channel. When "Save this Station?" message pops up and you select Yes, the selected frequency will be stored. Reset channels: You can delete all channels you saved. Listen via wired headset: Select this to listen to the radio through the built-in speaker. To turn off the speaker, select "Listen via headset" in the [Options].

Making a Call

1. Enter a phone number including the area code. 2. Press the [SEND] key to call the number. 3. When finished, press the [END] key.

T9 Mode

This mode allows you to 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 linguistic dictionary to determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode.

ABC Mode

Answering a Call
1. When the phone rings and the phone icon flashes on the screen, press the [SEND] key or the left soft key to answer. 2. If the Any Key menu option (Menu 5.5.2.1), has been set, any key press will answer a call except for the [END]key or the right soft key. 3. End the call by pressing the [END] key. Note: After the call ends, the phone will go back to standby mode.
This mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the key labeled with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.

123 Mode (Numbers Mode)

Type numbers using one keystroke per number.

Symbol Mode

This mode allows you to enter special characters by pressing Press the left soft key to access the available Menu. Press the right soft key to access the available Favourites. key.
Making an international call
1. Press and hold the key for the international prefix. The + character automatically selects the international access code. 2. Enter the country code, area code, and the phone number. 3. Press [send] key to call the number.

How to set the tone

Ringtone
1. Press the left soft key [Menu] and select [Settings - Profiles] using the up/down navigation keys. 2. Select [Personalise] and choose Ringtones menu. 3. Press the left soft key [OK] and then you can set the desired ringtone. Tip If you want to change your ringer to vibrate, select Vibrate mode or press and hold the upper navigation key.

Menu tree

1. Contacts
1.1 Search 1.2 New contact 1.3 Speed dials 1.4 Copy all 1.5 Delete all 1.6 Memory status 1.7 Information

Quick feature reference

This section provides brief explanations of features on your phone.

Messaging Menu 2

This menu includes functions related to SMS (Short Message Services). New message Inbox Drafts Outbox and. Sent Listen voice mail Info messages Templates Settings This menu includes functions related to SMS (Short Message Services). You will be alerted when you have received a message. This menu shows the present message list. This menu allows to view the message which is about to be sent or has failed to be sent. This menu allows you to view the messages which have already been sent, including time and content. This menu provides you with a quick way of accessing your voice mailbox (if provided by your network). Info service messages are text messages delivered by the network to your handset. There are pre-defined messages in the list. You can view and edit the template messages or create new messages. This menu allows you to set features of your network service provider.

4. Tools (Case1)

4.1 Games 4.2 FM radio 4.3 Calculator 4.4 Stopwatch 4.5 Unit Converter 4.6 World clock

6. Organizer (Case1)

6.1 Alarm 6.2 Calendar 6.3 Memo

Contacts Menu 1

Search You can Search for contacts in Phonebook. Note: Instant searching is available by inputting the initial letter of the name

you want to search.

4. Tools (Case2)
4.1 Alarm 4.2 Games 4.3 FM radio 4.4 Calendar 4.5 Memo 4.6 Calculator 4.7 Stopwatch 4.8 Unit Converter 4.9 World clock New contact Speed dials Copy all Delete all Memory status Information
You can add phonebook entries by using this menu. Assign contacts to any of keys

Ringtone/Keypad/Message/Call alert tones and volumes
You can select Ringtone/Keypad/Message/Call alert tones and volumes. You can change the sound that will occur when a key is pressed, or volume level. [Menu - Settings - Profiles - Personalise]

2. Messaging

2.1 New message 2.2 Inbox 2.3 Drafts 2.4 Outbox 2.5 Sent 2.6 Listen voice mail 2.7 Info messages 2.8 Templates 2.9 Settings

5. Settings

5.1 Profiles 5.2 Date & Time 5.3 Language 5.4 Display 5.5 Call 5.6 Auto keylock 5.7 Security 5.8 Power save 5.9 Network selection 5.0 Reset settings 5.* Memory status
You can copy all entries from SIM card memory to Phone memory and also from Phone memory to SIM card memory. You can delete all entries from SIM card memory or Phone memory. You can check free space and memory usage.

6. SIM Services (Case2)

Service dial numbers: Access the list of service numbers assigned by

service provider safely.

3. Call history
3.1 All calls 3.2 Missed calls 3.3 Dialled calls 3.4 Received calls 3.5 Call duration
*Case1: SIM services not there Case2: SIM services are present
Own numbers: You can save and check your own numbers in SIM card. Business card: This option allows you to create your own business
card featuring your name, mobile phone number and so on.

Call history Menu 3

You can check the record of missed, received, and dialed 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 durations.
Call history Menu 3 (Continued)
All calls Received calls Dialled calls Missed calls Call duration Displays all the lists of three types (Received/Dialed/Missed calls) by time. This option lets you view the last 10 incoming calls. This option lets you view the last 10 outgoing calls (called or attempted). This option lets you view the last 10 unanswered calls. Allows you to view the duration of your incoming and outgoing calls.

Settings Menu 5

You can set the following menus for your convenience and preferences. Profiles Date & Time Language Display Call Auto keylock Security You can adjust and customize the phone tones for different events, environments or caller groups. You can set functions relating to the date and time. You can change the language for the display texts in your phone. This change will also affect the Language Input mode. You can change settings for the phone display. You can set the menu relevant to a call. When this feature is enabled, the phone keypad is locked. This menu allows you to set the phone safely. PIN code request : You can set the phone to ask for the PIN code of your SIM card when the phone is switched on. Phone lock : You can use a security code to avoid unauthorized use of the phone. Call barring : The Call barring service prevents your phone from making or receiving a certain category of calls. This function requires the call barring password. Fixed dial number (SIM dependent): You can restrict your outgoing calls to selected phone numbers. The numbers are protected by your PIN2 code. The numbers you wish to allow access to once this service has been enabled, must be added to the contacts after enabling Fixed dial number. Lost Mobile Track : This Feature of this phone allow provide you with ability to have a tracking system in place for mobile incase you loose mobile or misplace it.

Settings Menu 5 (Continued)
Security (Continued) Setting LMT ON [Menu 5.7.5] - Select Lost Mobile track from Security Settings - Enter Default LMT code. - Select Set LMT - Select ON, press OK
J Guidelines for safe and efficient use
Please read these simple guidelines. Ignoring them may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual.
In case you want to use your phone with some other SIM card, make It is recommended to enter the pre-defined number with the country
sure to set the LMT feature OFF

Warning

For your safety, use ONLY specified ORIGINAL batteries and chargers. Switch off the phone in any area where required by special regulations, e.g. in a hospital
where it may affect medical equipment.
Change codes : PIN is an abbreviation of Personal Identification
Power save Network selection Reset settings Memory status

Default LMT code is 0000

code ( e.g. for INDIA +91 followed by mobile number)
Batteries should be disposed off in accordance with relevant legislation.
Product care and maintenance
WARNING! Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the phone, and may be dangerous. Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required. The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers. Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit. (Do not use any solvents.) Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.

Tools Menu 4

Games FM radio Calculator Stopwatch Unit Converter World clock This contains the standard functions such as +, -, x, : Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division. Stopwatch is available just as common stopwatches we see and use in daily life. This converts any measurement into a unit you want. Allows you to determine the current time in another time zone or country.
Number to prevent use by unauthorized persons. You can change the access codes: Security code, PIN code, PIN2 code , LMT Code. If you set this to On, you can save the power when you are not using the phone. You can select a network that will be registered either automatically or manually. Usually, the network selection is set to Automatic. You can initialize all setting values as defaults. You need a Security code to activate this function. You can check free space and memory usage of each repository.

Organizer Menu 6

Alarm Calendar Memo Allows you to set one of three alarms. The current time is displayed at the top of the screen when you select an alarm to set. At the alarm time, the Alarm icon will be displayed on the LCD screen and the alarm will sound. You can check track of daily or monthly schedules. You can create a list of tasks.

J Guidelines for safe and efficient use (Continued)

Electronic devices

All mobile phones may get interference, which could affect performance.
Potentially explosive atmospheres
Do not use the phone at a refueling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
Battery information and care
Exposure to radio frequency energy
Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information
This mobile phone model KG288 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirement for exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to ensure safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardized methods with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands. While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG phone models, they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves. The SAR limit recommended by the international Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2W/kg averaged over ten (10) gram of tissue. The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.932 W/kg (10g). SAR data information for residents in countries/regions that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.
You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery
systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the batterys performance. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximize the battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack. Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs to be replaced. Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as the bathroom. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose off used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid
placing the phone over a pacemaker, i.e. in your breast pocket.

In aircraft

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

Road safety

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the areas when you drive.
Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any aircraft.

Children

Keep the phone in a safe place out of childrens reach. It includes small parts which if detached may cause a choking hazard.

Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. Use a hands-free kit, if available. Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.

Blasting area

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules.

Emergency calls

Emergency calls may not be available under all cellular networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely on the phone for emergency calls. Check with your local service provider.

J Network service

The wireless phone described in this guide is approved for use on the GSM 900, DCS 1800 network. Dualband is a network dependent feature. Check with your local service provider if you can subscribe to and use this feature. A number of features included in this guide are called Network Services. These are special services that you arrange through your wireless service provider. Before you can take advantage of any of these Network Services, you must subscribe to them through your service provider and obtain instructions for their use from your service provider.

J Troubleshooting

This chapter lists some problems that you might encounter while using your phone. Some problems require that you call your service provider, but most of problems you encounter are easy to correct yourself.

J Technical Data

General
Product name : KG288 System : GSM 900 / DCS 1800

Message

Possible causes
Battery totally empty Temperature out of range Contact problem Charging error No mains voltage Charger defective Wrong charger Battery defective Phone loses network Number not permitted Signal too weak The Fixed dial number function is on.
SIM error No connection to the network Codes do not match Function cannot be set Calls not available
Possible Corrective measures
Charge battery. Make sure the ambient temperature is right, wait for a while, and then charge again. Check power supply and connection to the phone. Check the battery contacts, clean them if necessary. Plug in to a different socket or check voltage. If the charger does not warm up, replace it. Only use original LG accessories. Replace battery. Reconnection to another service provider is automatic. Check settings.

Ambient Temperatures

There is no SIM card in the phone or Make sure that the SIM card is correctly you may have inserted it incorrectly. inserted. Signal weak Outside GSM network Move higher to a window or open space. Check service provider coverage map.
Max. : +55C, Charging (+45C) Min : -10C

Battery Specification

When you want to change a security code you have to confirm the new code Contact your Service Provider. by entering it again. The two codes that you have entered do not match. Not supported by Service Provider or registration required Dialling error New SIM card inserted Charge limit reached On/Off key pressed too briefly Battery empty Battery contacts dirty Contact your Service Provider. New network not authorised. Check for new restrictions. Contact Service Provider or reset limit with PIN 2. Press On/Off key for at least two seconds. Charge battery. Check charging indicator in the display. Clean contacts.

Type : 750mAh, Li-ion Talk Time* : Upto 3 hrs. 30 min

(PL : 7)

Standby Time* : Upto 350 hrs.
(PG : 9) Note! Variation in operation time may occur depending on SIM card, network condition, usage style, usage setting and environment.
Phone cannot be switched on