LG C570G Users manual

C570 User Guide

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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.

Part 15 Class B Compliance

This device and its accessories comply with part15 of FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device & its accessories may not cause harmful interference.

(2)This device & its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Body-worn Operation

This device has been tested for typical body-worn operations with the distance of 0.79inches (2.0cm) from the user’s body.

To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79inches(2.0cm) must be maintained from the user's body.

Additionally, Belt clips, holsters & other body-worn accessories may not contain metallic components.

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this LG C570 Windows Mobile Smartphone.

This user guide contains information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent damage or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty for this equipment.

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C570 Features

Phone Components

1. Earphone jack

10.

Earpiece/Speakers

2. Display screen

11. Camera

3. Home key

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Right soft key

4. Left soft key

5. Call key

13.

Power/End key

14. Back key

6. Optical joystick

15.

Enter key

7. Function key

16.

My Social key

17. Smart Contacts key

8 Microphone

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Smart Applications

key

9. SIM Card slot

19. microSD Card slot

20. Camera

21.

Battery

Compartment

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C570 Features

Keys and Parts Functions

1.Earphone jack: Plug the headset for handsfree conversation or listening to music.

2.Display screen

3.Home key: Press to return to the Today screen.

4.Left soft key: Press to perform the function indicated by the text on the display above it.

5.Send key: Press to place or answer incoming calls. In standby mode, press to access the dialer and view the most recent incoming, outgoing and missed calls.

6.Optical joystick: Use as directional keys to move up, down, left, or right. Press to confirm a selection.

7.Function key: Press to toggle between number/symbol and letter input.

8.Microphone

9.SIM Card slot

10.Earpiece/Speakers

11.Camera: Use for video calls.

12.Right soft key: Press to perform the function indicated by the text on the display above it.

13. Power/End key

bLong press to turn the phone on or off. bDuring a call, press to end or reject

a call.

14.Back key: Press to go back to the previous screen or back out of menus one level at a time. When entering text, press to delete single characters; press and hold to delete entire words.

15.Enter key

16.My Social key: Press to access Good Email and SN. Good Email and SN is a shortcut application to send and receive e-mails.

17.Smart Contacts key: Press to access

Smart Contacts. Smart Contacts allows you to add your favorite contacts or phone numbers to the Smart Contacts list.

18.Smart Applications key: Press to access Smart Applications. Smart Application allows you to add your favorite applications to the Smart Applications list for easy access.

19.microSD Card slot

20.Camera: Use to take photos or videos.

21.Battery Compartment

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C570 Features

USB Connector

Use to connect the charger, earphone, or USB cable to synchronize with a computer.

Volume Keys

bWhen the screen is idle, press to adjust system volume.

bDuring a call, press to adjust the in-call volume.

How to hold your phone

microSD slot

Remove the cover and insert the memory card.

Multi key

Press to switch multi world clock with single clock, Task Manager.

Camera Key

Press to activate the camera and take photos or videos.

In order to allow better RF antenna sensitivity, LG suggests that you hold the handset as depicted in the figure below.

Please do not cover the RF antenna area with your hand during a call and using a bluetooth connection. It may degrade speech quality.

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Getting Started

Installing the SIM card and Battery

Always turn off your phone and disconnect it from the charger and other accessories before installing or replacing the SIM card, microSD card, and battery.

To remove the back cover

1.Place three fingers on the back cover and your thumb on the front panel.

2.Push the front panel with your thumb and slide the back cover off with the three fingers.

Battery

Your phone comes with a rechargeable Li-ion battery.

To remove the battery

1.Turn the phone off.

2.Remove the back cover.

3.Insert your finger in the battery’s finger grip, then gently push down the battery towards the direction of the arrow to release and remove the battery.

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SIM Card

Your SIM card contains your phone number, subscription details, and contacts and must be inserted into your handset.

To install the SIM card

Insert the SIM card with the metal contacts facing down and the cut-off corner on the top-right side.

To remove the SIM card

1.Remove the battery if it is installed.

2.Slide the SIM card out the slot.

Getting Started

Note

The SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratching and bending the card. Be careful when installing and removing the card. Refer to the instructions supplied with the SIM card.

To install the battery

1.Remove the back cover.

2.Insert the battery. Align the contacts of the battery with the corresponding connectors on the battery compartment and insert in the direction of the arrow (A) then push the battery into place (B).

3.Replace the back cover.

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Getting Started

To replace the back cover

1.Align the back cover (A).

2.Push the back cover to lock into place (B).

Charging the Battery

1.Make sure the battery is installed inside the battery compartment.

2.Plug the power adaptor into a wall outlet.

3.Flip open the USB connector’s cover of the phone.

4.Connect the power adaptor into the USB connector of your phone.

Battery Indicators

When the phone is turned on...

bThe icon indicates that the battery is charging.

bWhen the battery is fully charged, the icon is displayed.

When the phone is turned off...

bA charging animation is displayed on the screen.

bWhen the battery is fully charged, the animation stops and the screen turns blank.

Note

When you charge a fully discharged battery, it may take over a minute for the display

to respond. It is not a malfunction but completely normal.

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CAUTION!

bDo not remove the battery or the SIM card while charging.

bThere is a risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Replace only with batteries approved by the manufacturer.

bDispose of used batteries according to the local regulations in your area. bDo not force the mini USB connector

as this may damage the phone or the cable.

WARNING!

•Unplug the charger from the mains and phone during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.

•Make sure that no sharp-edged items, such as nails, come into contact with the battery. There is a risk of causing fire.

Getting Started

microSD Card

For additional storage space for your photos, videos, music and files, install a microSD card into your phone.

To install the microSD card

1.Flip open the microSD card slot’s cover of the phone.

2.Insert the microSD card down up and push until it clicks into the slot. If you insert

the card in the wrong direction, it may damage your phone or your card.

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Getting Started

To remove the microSD card

1.Turn the phone off.

2.Flip open the microSD card slot’s cover of the phone.

3.Push the card in to release the exposed edge of the microSD card to eject it.

4.Remove the microSD card from the slot and replace the cover.

Info!

The microSD card is an optional accessory and is not included in your package. Contact your retailer to purchase one.

bAvoid using the microSD card when the battery is low.

bThe card is designed to fit easily into the slot.

bDo not bend the card or force it into the slot.

bDo not insert any memory cards other than microSD.

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Turn the Device On and Off

To turn on the device, press and hold the Power button.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button.

Lock the Keyboard

To lock the keyboard, press and hold the U key for 2 ~ 3 seconds.

To unlock the keyboard, press the left soft key .

Muting the Microphone

To mute the microphone during a call, press and hold the J key for 2 ~ 3 seconds.

When the handset is muted, the caller cannot hear you, but you can still hear the caller.

Getting Started

Getting Started gives you step-by-step instructions on how to set up the basic functions of your device. From the Today screen, do either of the following to access Getting Started:

bScroll down to select the Getting Started shortcut menu, then scroll left or right and select a specific topic.

Getting Started

bSelect Start > All Programs > Getting Started, then select the topic to view.

Adjust Volume

Your device has two types of volume: bSystem Volume: Adjust the system

volume to change the volume level of system sounds and notifications like alarm, ringer, keypad, audio and video playback.

To adjust the system volume:

•When the device is in idle mode, press the volume keys up or down to increase or decrease volume.

bIn-Call Volume: Adjusts the volume level of the phone conversation.

To adjust the in-call volume:

•During a call, press the volume keys up or down to increase or decrease volume.

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Screen Information

The Today Screen

From the home screen, you can quickly check your schedule, and see at a glance any missed calls or new messages.

Default Today Screen

Service Provider’s Name

Wi-Fi Status

Shortcut menu Scroll down to view more shortcut menu. Highlight

a menu to expand to more shortcuts.

Start menu

(Left soft key function) bPress the left soft key to access menu.

Status Indicators

Date and Time

Contacts

(Right soft key function) bPress the right soft key to access Contacts.

To Customize the Today Screen

You can change the layout, background image, color scheme and the time out of the Today screen.

bTo customize settings of the Today screen, go to Start > Settings > Dual Home Screen.

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Status Indicators

The following are some of the status icons that you may see on your device.

Icon Description

Indicates maximum signal strength

Searching for signal

No phone service

Indicates battery level

Battery low

Battery charging

Silent mode enabled

Vibrate mode enabled

WCDMA (3G) available

HSDPA available

GPRS (General Packet Radio

Services) available

3G network in use

Screen Information

GPRS network in use

HSDPA network in use

New message received

Missed call or rejected call

Call in progress

Call on hold

Bluetooth active

Wireless network available

Wireless network connecting

Wireless network connected

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Screen Information

Shortcut Menu

The shortcut menu displays notifications or other information of each menu item.

By default the following applications are displayed:

	Menu	Description
	Calls and Messages	Displays notifications about recent voice and video calls,
		voicemail, and other messages. To access a submenu, use the
	Notification
		Optical joystick to scroll, then press the Enter key.
	World Clock	Displays time information for major cities worldwide.
	Appointments	Displays upcoming schedules and allows you to set appointments.
	Getting Started	Select an item to view its help information.
	Favorites	Displays and allows you to add your favorite web pages for easy
		access.
	Settings	Displays and allows you to easily adjust basic device settings.

bTo access a shortcut menu, use the Optical joystick to select the desired menu, then press the Enter key.

bTo add shortcuts of media applications, go to Start > Settings > My Screen.

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Start Menu

The Start menu contains all the programs installed on your device.

Accessing the Start menu

bFrom the Home screen, press the left soft key Start to access the Start menu.

bBy default, the Recent Programs screen is displayed. To view other programs, press the left soft key All Programs.

bTo go to the next screen display, press the left soft key More.

bTo go back to the previous screen, press the Back key .

Screen Information

bTo access a menu, use the Optical joystick to highlight the item, then press the Enter key.

Programs

The following programs are installed on your device.

Icon	Program	Description
	Office Mobile
	Excel Mobile	View and edit Excel workbooks.
	Word Mobile	View and edit Word documents.
	PowerPoint	View slide shows.
	Mobile
	OneNote Mobile	Create notes with pictures and recordings.

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Screen Information

Icon	Program	Description
	ActiveSync	Synchronizes information between your device and a
		computer.
	Call History	Displays the list of missed, received or placed calls.
	Games	Play pre-installed games on your device: Bubble Breaker
		and Solitaire.
	Voice Notes	Record voice notes.
	Pictures & Videos	Collects, organizes, and sorts photo files in the My
		Picture folder of your device or the storage card.
	Getting Started	Learn the basics on how to operate your device.
	Internet Sharing	Use your device as an Internet sharing device.
	File Explorer	Browse files and folders saved on your device or the
		storage card.
	Marketplace	Purchase and download applications on the web.
	Microsoft My	Synchronizes information on your device with your My
	Phone	Phone account at http://myphone.microsoft.com.
	Adobe Reader LE	View *.pdf files on your device.
	AGPS Setting	Enable Assisted Global Positioning System.
	Brightness	Control the level of brightness when using the battery or
		external power.

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		Screen Information
Icon	Program	Description
	Bluetooth	Connect with other Bluetooth devices and create a
		network.
	Camera	Capture photos and record videos.
	FM	Connect the earphones and tune in to the FM radio.
	GPS Extra	Download GPS data.
	Java	Install Java applications on your device.
	Windows Media	Mobile version of Windows Media Player. Tune in and
		watch your favorite music videos.
	RSS Viewer	View RSS or RDF-compatible newsfeeds.
	Stopwatch	Functions as a timer.
	Windows Live	Mobile version of Windows Live™.
	Clock & Alarm	Allows you to set the date and time and set alarms.
	MSN Money	Access MSN Money to view stocks.
	MSN Weather	View the weather forecast via MSN Weather.
	Messaging	Send and receive e-mail and text messages.

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Screen Information

Icon	Program	Description
	Remote Desktop	Set up and connect to your computer to access files and
		programs from your device.
	Contacts	Lets you store names, phone numbers, e-mail and other
		information.
	Calendar	Schedule appointments and set alarm notifications.
	Search Widget	Provides access to Live Search.
	Speed Dial	Allows you to add phone numbers for speed dial.
	Calendar	Schedule appointments and set alarm notifications.
	Tasks	Keeps track of your tasks.
		Allows you to set the language of the dictionary and
	XT9 Settings	enable functions such as word completion, next word
		prediction and others.
		Allows you to view, add or edit the words in the My
	XT9 Dictionaries	Words XT9 dictionary. It also allows you to configure
		automatic substitution.
	Smart	Allows you to register the desired applications that you
	Applications	frequently use in the Smart Applications.
	Smart Contacts	Allows you to register the Contacts that you frequently
		use in the Smart Contacts.

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Screen Information

Icon	Program	Description
	Settings	Allows you to configure phone settings, wireless settings
		and call settings of your phone.
		Allows you to access extra applications that have been
	Accessories	pre-installed on your device (such as Calculator and Task
		Manager).
	Good Email	Allows you to send and receives online emails, and
	and SN	connects to your social networking sites.
	Messenger	Allows you to sign in with your MSN Messenger account
		and chat with friends.
	Weather	Allows you to view the current weather on the selected
		city.
	LG Mobile	Allows you to access various mobile internet services
	Application	using your phone browser.

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Entering Information

Using the Keyboard

QWERTY Keyboard

Numeric Keypad

Your device comes with a full keyboard for text entry and other shortcut button functions.

QWERTY Keyboard

QWERTY keyboard is activated whenever an alphanumeric text entry is required. This functions just like a standard computer keyboard.

bTo switch between the different letter cases, press CAPS .

To type all in upper case letters, press and hold CAPS then press the corresponding keys. To switch back to lower case entry, press CAPS again.

bTo enter a single symbol or number printed at the top of keys, press then press the corresponding key.

To enter various symbols or numbers, press and hold then press the corresponding keys.

To switch back to text mode, press again. To enter the symbols that are not shown on the keypad, press Sym then select the desired symbol.

bPress to go to the next line. bPress DEL to erase a character.

The following icons are displayed on the status indicator area:

Icon Description

Enter text in lower case letter

Enter one character in upper case and the rest in lower case

Enter all text in upper case letter

Enter a number or symbol

Enter all numbers or symbols

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XT9 Mode

XT9 predicts words and suggests spellings as you type the first few characters, so you can just select the word you want.

To activate XT9 mode, press + spacebar and select XT9 English.

To enter text using XT9

1.Type the first few characters of the word.

2.As you type, the dictionary displays predicted words below the word you are typing.

3.Scroll left or right to highlight the word then press the Enter key to select.

The following icons are displayed on the status indicator area:

Icon Description

Enter the first character in upper case and the rest in lower case

Enter text in lower case letter

Entering Information

Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad functions just like a standard phone keypad. It is automatically activated whenever numeric entries are required, such as in setting the time.

Recording a Note

You can create a stand-alone recording (voice note).

To create a voice note

1.Select Start > Voice Notes.

2.Hold your device’s microphone near your mouth or other sound sources.

3.Select Record to start recording.

4.Select Stop to stop recording.

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Contacts

Contacts

Contacts is your address book and information storage for the people you communicate with. You can store phone numbers, e-mail addresses, home addresses, and other information that relates to a contact. You can also add a picture or assign a ringtone to a contact.

Your device supports three types of contacts: Outlook Contact, E-mail Group and Messaging Group.

Outlook Contact

Contacts are stored in the device memory or the SIM card memory. If you use Outlook on your PC, you can synchronize contacts between your device and the PC.

SIM Contact

Contacts are stored in the SIM card memory. You can only store a name and a phone number per entry.

E-mail Group

You can add several contacts into an e-mail group.

Messaging Group

You can add several contacts into a

messaging group.

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To Create a Contact

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.Select New.

3.Select Outlook Contact, then enter the contact details.

4.When finished, select Done.

TIP!

bYou can create a contact from Call History list, select Menu > Save to Contacts.

bTo add the sender of a message to Contacts, select the received

message and the number, then press the Enter key.

To Find a Contact

There are several ways to find a contact when your contact list is long.

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.If you are not in Name view, tap Menu > View By > Name.

3.Do one of the following:

bEnter the first character of a name. Scroll down to select the desired name from the the list. The next character you enter continues to narrow the search.

bFilter the list by category. In the contact

list, select Menu > Filter. Then, select a category you’ve assigned to a contact. To show all contacts again, select No Categories.

To Work with the Contact List

There are several ways to use and synchronise the contact list. Here are a few tips:

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.In the contact list, do any of the following:

bIn Name view, you can search for a contact by entering a name or by using the alphabetical index. To switch to Name view, select Menu > View By > Name.

bTo see a summary of information about a contact, select the contact. From there you can also make a call or send a message.

bTo see a list of contacts employed by a specific company, select Menu > View By > Company. Then, select the company name.

To Change Contact Information

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.Select the contact.

3.Select Menu > Edit and enter the changes.

Contacts

4. When finished, select Done.

To Delete a Contact

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.Select the contact.

3.Select Menu > Delete.

4.Select Yes to confirm delete.

To Copy Contacts

To copy saved Contacts from SIM card to your device or from your device to SIM card:

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.Select Menu > Select Contacts > Several or All.

3.Select Menu > Copy Contacts > To Contacts or To SIM.

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Call

Making a Voice Call

Calling is easy with the smart dial feature. If you press a number on the keypad, the screen displays the phone numbers in your Call History, starting with the number you enter.

You can then select the number you want to call.

Make a Call from Phone

To make a call, enter the phone number you wish to call, including the area code, and press the Call key .

For international calls, press and hold “0” to add the + character that replaces the international access code.

To end the call, press the End key .

Note

If you enter the wrong number, press to delete a number. To delete all

the numbers, press and hold .

Make a Call from Contacts

1.From the Today screen, select Contacts.

2.Select the desired contact.

3.Press the Call key to place the call.

Make a Call from Call History

1.From the Today screen, press the Call key to view your call history.

2.Select the desired number or name from the list.

3.Press the Call key to place the call.

Speed Dial

Use speed dial to call a number by pressing and holding a number key when in the home screen. Before you can create a speed dial entry, the number must already exists in Contacts list.

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