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Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. BL20v User Guide...
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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact BL20v phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.
Contents Contacts ..........15 Getting to know your phone ....6 Open view ..........7 Searching for a contact ....... 15 Installing the SIM and battery....8 Adding a new contact ......15 Memory card ......... 9 Contact options ........15 Installing a memory card .......
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Deleting an image ......31 Deleting multiple images ..... 31 Creating a slide show......32 Sounds ..........32 Using a sound ........32 Videos ..........32 Watching a video ........ 32 Using options while video is paused ..33 LG BL20v | User Guide...
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Settings ..........40 Changing your display settings .... 40 Changing your security settings ... 40 Resetting your phone ......41 Viewing memory status ....... 41 Changing your Bluetooth settings..41 Changing your connectivity settings ..41 Pairing with another Bluetooth device . 42 Using a Bluetooth headset ....
Camera Call key Dials a phone End/Power key Ends or rejects a call. number and answers Turns the phone on/off. incoming calls. Returns to the standby screen when you use the menu. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Do not remove the battery Ensure that the battery contacts align with when the phone is switched on, as this may the phone’s terminals. Press the bottom of damage the phone. the battery down until it clips into place. LG BL20v | User Guide...
To view the new formatted folders on your in the following diagram: BL20v press Center key and select My stuff. Choose External memory. WARNING: When you format your memory card, all the content will be wiped.
Select to open contacts. Advice to the customer In order to allow better antenna sensitivity LG suggest that you hold the handset as shown in the fi gure below. Please do not cover the antenna area with your hand during a call or when using a Bluetooth connection.
The status bar The status bar uses various icons to indicate things like signal strength, new messages and battery life, as well as telling you whether your Bluetooth is active. Below is a table explaining the meaning of icons you’re likely to see in the status bar. Icon Description Icon...
Using Video call settings for Offi ce, press 6 three times. Select Centre key, select Settings and Select Call or press to initiate the choose Call. call. Select Video call settings. Choose Private mode and Private image. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Adjusting the call volume Viewing your call logs To adjust the volume during a call, press the Press Center key, select Calls. Choose lock key, then press the volume key on the to view: right hand side of your phone. All calls - View a complete list of all your dialled, received and missed calls.
Note: Charges are incurred for diverting calls. Please contact your network provider for details. TIP! To turn off all call diverts, choose Deactivate all from the Call divert menu. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Contacts Searching for a contact Note: When you are storing a contact’s email address, press to enter a symbol and Select Contacts from the standby screen, scroll with the navigation arrows until you and choose Search. see @. Using the keypad enter the fi rst letter of Contact options the contact you want to call.
Select Yes if you are sure. TIP! You can assign a ringtone or icon to a group. Select the group you wish to assign the ringtone or icon to and select Options and choose an item you want. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Messaging Messaging Select Options and choose Insert to add an Image, Sound, Video, Symbol, Your BL20v includes functions related to SMS Text template, Emoticon, Name & (Short Message Service), MMS (Multimedia Number, New slide, Subject or More Message Service) and email, as well as the (Contact/My business card/Schedule/ network’s service messages.
Complete each word with a space by 123 mode pressing 0. Type numbers using one keystroke per To delete a character, press key. number. You can also add numbers whilst in letter modes by pressing and holding the desired key. LG BL20v | User Guide...
You can stay in press on the move using 300KB. email on your BL20v. It’s quick and simple to Mailbox type - Select the mailbox type, set up a POP3 or IMAP4 email account.
Message folders Sending an email using your new Press Center key, select Messaging. The account folder structure used on your BL20v is fairly self-explanatory. To send/receive an email, you should set up an email account. Inbox - All the messages you receive are placed into your Inbox.
Managing your messages If you see the message No space for SIM message, you should delete some text You can use your Inbox to manage your messages with from your message box. messages. If you see the message No space for Press Center key, select Messaging and messages, you should delete messages to choose Inbox.
Retrieve interval - Choose how often you check for new messages. your BL20v checks for new email Info service - Choose the reception status, messages. alerts and language of your info messages.
Camera Taking a quick photo After you’ve taken your photo Hold the camera key down on the right Your captured photo will appear on the side of the handset. The camera’s screen. The name of the image runs along viewfi nder will appear on screen. the bottom of the screen and you will see fi...
Center key, then select My stuff and Images. Your gallery will appear on screen. Use the navigation keys to select the photo you want to view and select View to enlarge it. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Video camera Shooting a quick video After you’ve shot your video Hold the camera key down on the right side The name of the video runs along the of the handset. The camera’s viewfi nder will bottom of the screen and fi ve options will be appear on screen, then select video icon displayed on the right side of the screen.
Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of the audio on a video whilst it is playing, use the volume keys on the right side of the handset. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Select the music fi le on the other device and choose to send it via Bluetooth. Your LG BL20v has a built-in MP3 player so When the fi le is sent you will have to you can play all your favourite music.
Options. Choose from: Choose MP3 player, then select My playlist. Add new songs - You can add songs to the playlist using this option. Press Options and select New playlist, enter the playlist name and press Save. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Remove - Remove a song from the Note: playlist. Select Yes to confi rm. As a result of the Digital Rights Management Multi-selection - Delete selected songs (DRM) system, some of the media items from the playlist. you download from the Internet or receive by MMS may have a “Purchase right”...
Only the Set as, File info, Search, Sort by, Slide show, List View, Memory info, Delete all options are available for default images. In the Images folder, select Options to bring up your list of options. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Sending a photo Deleting an image Press Center key then select My stuff. Press Center key then select My stuff. Select Images. Select Images. Select a photo and choose Options. Select an image and press Options. Select Send via and choose from Select Delete.
Repeat on / off - Decide whether you want the slide show on repeat or not. Watching a video Press Center key then select My stuff. Scroll to and select Videos. Select a video and press LG BL20v | User Guide...
Using options while video is paused Note: The video may need to be resized before it can be sent by MMS. Some videos By selecting Options, the video you are may be too large to send by MMS at all. playing will be in pause mode and you can choose from: Video options menu...
Insert the smaller end of the USB cable way you view your videos. into the USB cable connector on the edge of the BL20v. Plug the larger end into the External memory USB port of your computer. If you’ve inserted a memory card it will be A removable disk folder will open displayed as a folder within My stuff.
Transferring a fi le to your phone Sending and receiving your fi les using Bluetooth You can also transfer fi les from your computer to your phone using Bluetooth. Bluetooth is a great way to send and receive fi les as no wires are needed and connection Make sure your phone and computer have is quick and easy.
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Note The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under licence. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Games and Apps Games and Apps Your BL20v comes with preloaded games to keep you amused when you have time to spare. If you choose to download any additional games or applications they will be saved into this folder. Playing a game Press Center key and select Games &...
Check your data charges with your To access the bookmark simply scroll network provider. to the required bookmark and select Connect. You will be connected to your bookmarked page. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Saving a page Changing the web browser settings Access your required web page as Press Center key and select Browser. described. Select Browser settings. Choose Options and select Save items, You can choose the way your mobile Save this page. handles, displays and uses information when browsing the internet.
Changing your display settings Changing your security settings Press Center key and select Settings. Change your security settings to keep your BL20v and the important information it holds Select Screen and choose from: protected. Homescreen - Choose a wallpaper to Press Center key and select Settings.
Press Center key and select Settings. Choose Connectivity. Your options are: Bluetooth - Set up your BL20v for Bluetooth use. You can adapt your visibility to other devices or search through devices your phone is paired with.
Your passcode protected Bluetooth Connect to your computer and drag and drop connection is now ready. fi les to the BL20v removable device folder. Using a Bluetooth headset Music Syn - Use it to sync music fi les. Check your Bluetooth is On and Visible.
Phone Software update LG Mobile Phone Software upgrade in web site For more information and using this function, Please visit LGmobile.com site path: http://www.lgmobile.com - select country – Products menu - Manual & software menu This Feature allows you to upgrade your...
Accessories These accessories were supplied with your BL20v. Charger Data cable and CD Connect and synchronise your BL20v and PC. Battery User Guide Learn more about your BL20v. BL20v User Guide Stereo Note • Always use genuine LG accessories. headset Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty.
Network service Technical data The wireless phone described in this guide is General approved for use on the GSM and W-CDMA Product name : BL20v networks. System : GSM / W-CDMA A number of features included in this guide Ambient Temperatures are called Network Services.
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LG Electronics Inc. LG Twin Towers 20, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Korea 150-721 GSM / W-CDMA Terminal Equipment BL20v R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC EN 301 489-01 V1.6.1, EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1, EN 301 489-24 V1.3.1 EN 301 511 V9.0.2 EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1 EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1,...
DASY4 for use at the ear Absorption Rate (SAR) information is 0.667 W/kg (10g) and when worn on This mobile phone model BL20v has been the body is 1.45 W/kg (10g). designed to comply with applicable safety SAR data information for residents in •...
• furnishings. mobile phones. The phone should be charged in a well Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, • • ventilated area. PCs, etc. Do not subject this unit to excessive • smoke or dust. LG BL20v | User Guide...
Road safety Avoid damage to your hearing Check the laws and regulations on the use of Damage to your hearing can occur if you are mobile phones in the areas when you drive. exposed to loud sound for long periods of time.
Do not use it on the ground without • permission from the crew. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG • chargers are designed to maximize the Children battery life. Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach Do not disassemble or short-circuit the •...
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Do not dispose as household waste. If you need to replace the battery, take it • to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. Always unplug the charger from the wall • socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.
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LG Electronics Inc. LG Twin Towers 20, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Korea 150-721 GSM / W-CDMA Terminal Equipment BL20v R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC EN 301 489-01 V1.6.1, EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1, EN 301 489-24 V1.3.1 EN 301 511 V9.0.2 EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1 EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1,...