LG GS290 Owner’s Manual

USER GUIDE

GS290

ENGLISH

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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact GS290 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.

Some of contents of this manual may not apply to your phone depending on your phone’s software or your service provider.

This handset is not recommended for the visually impaired because of its touch-screen keypad.

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Disposal of your old appliance

1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a

product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2 All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of

separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3 The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent

potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4 For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance,

please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators

1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to batteries/

accumulators of your product it means they are covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC.

2 This symbol may be combined with chemical symbols for

mercury(Hg), cadmium(Cd) or lead(Pb) if the battery contains more than 0.0005% of mercury, 0.002% of cadmium or 0.004% of lead.

3 All batteries/accumulators should be disposed separately from

the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

4 The correct disposal of your old batteries/accumulators will help

to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment, animal and human health.

5 For more detailed information about disposal of your old batteries/

accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service

or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Contents

Guidelines for safe and

e cient use .............................. 4

Getting to know your

phone .......................................10

Installing the SIM and

battery ...................................... 11

Memory card ..........................12

Charging your phone ..........12

Using your touch screen .... 13

Your home screen ................14

Calls ...........................................17

Messaging ............................... 20

Camera .....................................24

Video camera .........................25

Your photos and videos .....26

Multimedia .............................27

UTILITIES .................................. 30

PC Sync .....................................32

The web ...................................34

Settings .................................... 35

Accessories .............................39

Technical data ........................40

Troubleshooting ...................41

Guidelines for safe and e cient use

Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.

Exposure to radio frequency energy

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model GS290 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

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The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised 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 NonIonizing Radiation Protection

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(ICNIRP) is 2W/kg averaged over 10g of tissue.

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.993 W/kg (10 g) and when worn on the body is 0.543 W/kg(10 g).

• The SAR limit recommended by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1g of tissue.

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. Repairs under warranty, at LG’soption, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.

• Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, and personal computers.

• The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers.

• Do not drop.

• Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.

• Switch off the phone in any area where you are required by special regulations. For example, do not use your phone in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment.

• Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your phone.

• Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard.

• Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol).

• Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings.

• The phone should be charged in a well ventilated area.

• Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.

• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.

• Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the phone.

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

• Use the accessories like earphones cautiously. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.

Efficient phone operation

Electronics devices

All mobile phones may get interference, which could affect performance.

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket.

• Mobile phones may interfere with some hearing aids.

• Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.

Road safety

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.

Guidelines for safe and e cient use

• Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.

• Give full attention to 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.

• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.

• If your vehicle is equipped with an airbag, ensure it is not obstructed by your mobile device or accessories. It may fail or cause a serious injury if obstructed when deployed.

• If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is particularly imperative when near roads.

Avoid damage to your hearing

Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.

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NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones can cause hearing loss.

Glass Parts

Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove. Stop using your mobile device until the glass is replaced by an authorized service provider.

Blasting area

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

Potentially explosive atmospheres

• Do not use the phone at a refueling point.

• Do not use near fuel or chemicals.

• Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone and accessories.

In aircraft

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

• Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.

• Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.

Children

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

Emergency calls

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

• Use your wireless phone to call emergency services for yourself or others in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergincies;

- Australia Dial (0-0-0)

- New Zealand Dial (1-1-1)

- International Dial (1-1-2)

- other local emergency number.

Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone for emergency services.

• Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies, if you see an accident in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call the emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.

• Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies, if you see an auto accident crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call the emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.

Battery information and care

• You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery’s 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.

• Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.

• Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack

Guidelines for safe and e cient use

maybe recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.

• Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximize usability.

• Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.

• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, this may deteriorate the battery performance.

• There is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

• Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please recycle when possible. 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.

• Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.

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Driver Safety Tips

Your wireless telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice - almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefi ts of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, practice good common sense and remember the following tips:

• Use a hands free device. If possible, add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today.

• Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.

• Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility, driving safely.

• If possible, place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when you will not be driving.

• Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road.

• Call roadside assistance or a special nonemergency wireless assistance number when necessary. If you see a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special nonemergency wireless number.

Getting to know your phone

Earpiece

Main screen

Call key

• Dials a phone

number and answers incoming calls.

Multitasking key

End/Power key

• Long press for

power on/off.

Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector

WARNING: Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it while it is in

your pocket can damage the phone’s LCD and touch screen functionality.

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Side keys

• When the screen is at the Home screen:

Ring tone and Touch tone volume.

• During a call:

Earpiece volume.

MicroSD Card Slot

Charger, cable

Lock key

• Short press to turn

on/off the screen.

Camera key

• Go to the camera

menu directly by pressing and holding the key.

Installing the SIM and battery

1 Remove the battery cover

Slide the battery cover towards the

bottom of the phone and away from it.

2 Install the SIM card

Slide the SIM card into the SIM card

holder making sure that the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. Please make sure the battery is removed from the phone before installing the SIM card. To remove the SIM card, pull it gently outwards.

WARNING: Do not use your

 ngernail to remove the battery.

WARNING: Do not remove the battery when the phone is switched on, as this may damage the phone.

3 Install the battery

Insert the left side of the battery

into the top edge of the battery compartment first. Ensure that the battery contacts align with the phone’s terminals. Press the right side of the battery until down it clicks into place.

Memory card Charging your phone

Installing a memory card

You can expand the memory space on your phone by using a MicroSD memory card.

NOTE: The GS290 Supports up to a 16GB Memory Card

1 Open the microSD card slot cover

on the left-hand edge of the phone.

2 Slide the microSD card into the

slot until it clicks into place. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.

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Remove the charger socket cover on the side of your GS290. Connect the Travel Adapter (Charger) and the included USB cable. Connect the USB cable into the phone and plug it into a power socket. Your GS290 must be charged until the “Battery full“ message appears on the screen.

NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. Disregard the first “Battery full” message and keep the phone on charge overnight.

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