LG GT540R User Manual

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GT540R

User Guide

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GT540R User Guide - English

Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact GT540R phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.

• Some of the contents of this

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

• This handset has a touch screen

keypad and is not recommended for people with impaired vision.

• Google™, Google Maps™,

Gmail™, YouTube™, Google Talk™ and Android Market™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.

Contents

Important notice .....................6

1. Phone memory ..................6

2. Optimising Battery Life .......6

Installing an Open Source OS

4. Using Unlock pattern .........8

5. Using Safe Mode and Hard

Reset ................................8

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks

7. Using a microSD card .......10

8. Opening and Switching

Applications .....................10

Connecting your phone to a

computer via USB ..................11

Getting to know your phone .13

Installing the SIM card and

battery ................................15

Charging your phone ............16

Installing the memory card ...17 Formatting the memory card ..18

Your Home screen ................19

Touch-screen tips ................19

Note ....................................19

Touch calibration ..................19

Lock and unlock screen ........20

Using your home screen .......20

Select your default home screen

..7

..9

LG Home ............................21

Android Home .....................23

Adding widgets to your

home screen .......................24

Getting back to a recently

used application ...................24

Google Account Set-up .........27

Creating your Google account .. Signing in your Google account

Calls ......................................29

Making a call .......................29

Calling your contacts ............29

Answering and rejecting a call

Adjusting call volume ...........29

Making a second call ...........29

Viewing your call logs ...........30

Call settings .........................30

Contacts ................................32

Searching for a contact ........32

Adding a new contact ...........32

Favorite contacts ..................33

Creating a group ..................33

Messaging/E-mail .................34

Messaging ...........................34

Sending a message ..............34

..27

..29

Entering text ........................35

T9 mode .............................35

Abc mode ............................35

123 Mode ...........................36

Entering accented letters ......36

Example ..............................36

Setting up your email ...........36

Sending an email using your

new account ........................36

Retrieving your email ............37

Changing your email

account's settings ................37

Threaded box ......................37

Changing your message

settings ...............................38

Social Networking ...............39

Adding your account to your

phone .................................39

Viewing and updating your

status .................................40

Removing accounts on your

phone .................................40

Camera .................................41

Getting to know the viewﬁnder

..41

Using the focus mode ...........42

Taking a quick photo ...........42

Once you’ve taken the photo 43

Using the advanced settings ..43 Viewing your saved photos ...45

Video camera ........................46

Getting to know the viewﬁnder 46

Shooting a quick video .........47

After shooting a video ...........47

Using the advanced settings ..47 Watching your saved videos ..48

Your photos and videos ........49

Viewing your photos and videos

..49 Adjusting the volume when

viewing a video ....................49

Setting a photo as wallpaper ..49

Editing your photos ..............49

Rotating your photo ..............50

Adding text to a photo ..........50

Adding an effect to a photo ...50

Cropping a photo ................51

Tuning your photo ................51

Adding frames .....................51

Adding clipart ......................51

Using the drawpad ...............52

Adding stamps .....................52

Resizing ..............................52

Editing your videos ...............52

Trimming the length of the video

..52

Selecting transition style .......52

Contents

Adding subtitles ...................53

Adding edit effects ...............53

Grabbing a frame .................53

Adding dubbing to your video ..54

Multimedia ............................55

Timeline view .......................55

My Images options menu ......56

Sending a photo ...................56

Sending a video ...................56

Using an image ....................56

Creating a slideshow ............56

Checking your photo ............56

Media Player .......................57

Video editor .........................57

Storyboard ...........................57

Music Movie .......................58

Auto cut ..............................58

Playing a game ....................58

Transferring ﬁles using USB

mass storage devices ...........59

Music ..................................59

Playing a song .....................59

Using the radio ....................60

Searching for stations ..........60

Resetting channels ...............61

Listening to the radio ............61

Google applications ..............62

Google Maps .......................62

Android Market ....................62

Gmail ..................................63

Google Talk ..........................63

Rogers ..................................64

Utilities ..................................65

Setting your alarm ................65

Using your calculator ............65

Adding an event to your

calendar ..............................66

Changing your calendar view 66

Quickofﬁce ..........................66

Voice recorder .....................67

Recording a sound or voice ...67

Browser ................................68

Browser ...............................68

Accessing the Web ...............68

Using the Web tool bar .........68

Using options .......................68

Adding and accessing

bookmarks ..........................69

Changing Web browser settings

..69

Settings ................................70

Wireless controls .................70

Sound & display ...................70

Data synchronization ...........71

Security & location ..............71

To lock your screen by using the

Pattern Lock ........................72

Applications .........................72

SD card & phone storage ......72

Date and time .....................73

Locale and text ...................73

Search ................................73

Accessibility .........................73

Speech synthesis .................73

About phone ........................73

Wi-Fi .....................................74

1. How to set up Wi-Fi .........74

Wi-Fi network proﬁle support

3. How to obtain the MAC

address ..........................75

Software update ...................76

Phone Software update ........76

DivX Mobile .....76

Accessories ..........................77

Technical data.......................78

Troubleshooting ....................79

For Your Safety .....................81

Safety Guidelines ..................88

Important notice

Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section, before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative.

1. Phone memory

When available space on your phone memory is less than 10%, your phone can not receive a new message. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data such as applications or messages to make more memory available.

To manage the application

On the home screen, touch

Applications Settings> Applications Manage applications

When all applications

appear, scroll and select the application you want to uninstall.

Tap

to uninstall application you desired.

Uninstall

tab and select

and touch OK

2. Optimising Battery Life

You can extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that you don't need to run constantly in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.

To extend the life of your battery

- Turn off radio communications that you aren't using. If you aren't using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, or GPS, turn them off.

- Turn down screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.

- Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, and other applications.

- Some applications you’ve downloaded may cause your battery’s life to be reduced.

To check the battery charge level

On the home screen, touch

Applications Settings> About phone Status

The battery status (charging,

tab and select

not charging) and level (as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed at the top of the screen.

To monitor and control what uses the battery

On the home screen, touch

Applications

tab and select

Settings> About phone> Battery use.

The top of the screen displays

battery usage time. Either how long since last connected to a power source or, if connected to a power source, how long you were last running on battery power. The body of the screen lists applications or services using battery power from greatest amount to least.

3. Installing an Open Source OS

If you install an open source OS on your phone, and do not use the OS provided by the manufacturer, this may cause your phone to malfunction.

WARNING:

If you install

To protect

and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer, your phone is no longer covered by the warranty.

your phone and personal data, download applications only from trusted sources, such as Android Market. If some applications are not properly installed on your phone, your phone may not work normally or a serious error can be occurred. You will need to uninstall those applications and all of its data and settings from the phone.

Important notice

4. Using Unlock pattern

Set unlock pattern to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a screen unlock pattern.

WARNING:

to take when using the Pattern Lock It is very important that you remember the unlock pattern you set. You will not be able to access your phone if you use an incorrect pattern 5 times. After attempting the unlock pattern 5 times, you can touch the Forget Pattern Option and use your Google account information to unlock your phone.

If you do not have Google account, you don't create the Google account on the phone, or you forget it, you can use

Reset

Precautions

Hard

5. Using Safe Mode and Hard Reset

Using Safe mode * To recover from malfunction

state of your phone

Turn off your phone and

reboot. While your phone is powering back on, press and hold the Home key during Android Logo is displayed. Your phone will boot all the way to the main screen and display "safe mode" in lower left corner.

Select

Settings Applications>Manage applications

application then select an

Uninstall

After uninstalling the application, turn off and reboot your phone.

* Using Hard Reset (Factory Reset)

If it does not restore to the original condition, use initialize your phone.

, and choose the

icon.

Hard Reset

When your phone turns on and the lock screen displays, press and hold the volume up + Home + Search keys all at the same time (for ﬁve seconds). When the pop up screen is shown, choose OK to reset your phone. Please note, after you perform

Hard Reset

applications on your phone will be erased and cannot be reversed.

, all your data and

WARNING:

If you perform Hard Reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing

Hard Reset

6. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks

To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you access a wireless access point, or “hotspot.” Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others

are hidden or implement other security features, so you must configure your phone so it can connect to them.

Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it, to extend the life of your battery.

To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a Wi-Fi network

On the home screen, touch

Applications

tab and select

Settings> Wireless controls Wi-Fi settings

Touch

Wi-Fi

to turn it on and begin scan for available Wi-Fi networks.

- List of available Wi-Fi networks is displayed. Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon.

Touch a network to connect

to it.

- If the network is open, you are prompted to confirm that you want to connect to that network by touching

Connect

Important notice

- If the network is secured, you're prompted to enter a password or other credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details.)

The Status bar displays icons

that indicate Wi-Fi status.

7. Using a microSD card

Pictures, along with Music and Video files, can only be saved to external memory.

Before using the built-in camera, you need to insert a micro SD memory card to your phone first.

Without inserting a memory card, you will not be able to save pictures and videos you had taken.

NOTE:

Applications can only be saved to the phone's internal memory.

WARNING:

Do not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is on. Otherwise, it may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may be corrupted. To remove the memory card safely, please select Home

Screen > Applications Settings > SD Card&phone storage > Unmount SD card.

8. Opening and Switching Applications

Multi-tasking is easy with Android because open applications keep running even when you open another application. There’s no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch among several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and

starting them as needed, to ensure that idle applications don’t consume resources unnecessarily.

To stop the application you use

On the home screen, touch

Applications Settings> Applications Manage applications

Scroll to the desire application

and touch using it.

Connecting your phone

tab and select

Force stop

to stop

to a computer via USB

NOTE:

You need LG PC Suite to use GT540R as USB mass storage.

GT540R does not support:

- PC Connection via Bluetooth

- LG Air Sync (Web Sync, R-Click)

- OSP (On Screen Phone)

- To-do in Calendar

- Memo

- E-mail

- Java Application

User’s guide for PC Suite IV is in Help menu after install PC Suite IV.

Use the USB cable with

your phone to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer. You receive a notification that the USB is connected.

Open the Notification drawer

and touch USB connected.

Touch

Mount

that you want to transfer files between your phone’s microSD card and the computer.

to confirm

Important notice

When the phone is connected as USB storage, you receive a notification. You phone’s microSD card is mounted as a drive on your computer. You can now copy files to and from the microSD card.

NOTE: Unlock screen when using data connection

Your display will go dark if untouched for a period of time when using data connection. To turn on your LCD screen, just

touch it.

Note:

When uninstalling PC Suite IV, USB and Bluetooth Drivers are not automatically removed. Therefore, they must be uninstalled manually.

Tip!

To use a microSD card on you phone again, you need to open the Notification drawer and touch "Turn off USB storage".

During this time, you can’t access the microSD card from your phone, so you can’t use applications that rely on the microSD card, such as Camera,

Gallery and Music. To disconnect your phone from

the computer, carefully follow your computer’s instructions to disconnect USB devices correctly, to avoid losing information on the card.

Safely disconnect the USB

device on your computer.

Open the Notification drawer

and touch

storage

Touch

that opens.

Turn off USB

Turn off

in the dialog

Getting to know your phone

Earpiece

Menu key

- Opens options menu and check what options are available.

Send key

- Accesses to call

logs and answers incoming calls.

Home key

- Returns to home screen from any screen.

Back key

- Returns to the previous screen.

End/Power/Lock key

- Ends or rejects a call.

- Power ON / OFF Your phone by pressing and holding the key

- Turns off the screen and locks the phone.

Microphone

Getting to know your phone

Volume keys

- On the home screen: controls ringer volume.

- During a call: controls your earpiece volume.

- When playing a track: controls volume.

Stereo earphone connector

Camera lens

Charger, micro USB cable connector

Search key

- Searches the web and contents in your phone.

Camera key

- Goes to the camera menu directly by pressing and holding the key.

Back cover

microSD memory card slot

Charger, micro USB cable connector

Search key

Battery

SIM card slot

Camera key

Installing the SIM card and battery

Before you can start exploring your new phone, you’ll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery:

With the back of the phone

facing you, remove the back cover. To remove the back cover, firmly press your thumbs on either side of the back cover, and slide the cover below the camera lens.

Slide the SIM card into the

SIM card holder. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.

Getting to know your phone

Insert the battery into place

by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery, then gently press the battery until it snaps into space.

Replace the back cover of the

phone and slide it down into place until the latch clicks.

Charging your phone

Slide back the cover of the charger connector on the side of your GT540R. Insert the charger, and plug it into an electrical outlet. Your GT540R must be charged until you can see .

NOTE:

fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.

The battery must be

NOTE:

The GT540R has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage this rear area, as that will cause loss of performance.

Installing the memory card

To store multimedia files such as captured images by using a built-in camera, you must insert a memory card to your phone.

To insert a memory card:

NOTE:

The GT540R supports upto a 32GB memory card.

Turn the phone off before

inserting or removing the memory card. Remove the back cover.

Open the slot protection

and insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.

Close the slot protection.

Getting to know your phone

WARNING:

Do not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is on. Otherwise, it may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may be corrupted.

Formatting the memory card

Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn’t, you must format it before you use it.

NOTE:

All files on the card are deleted when you format the card.

On the home screen, touch

Applications

applications menu.

Scroll and touch

phone storage.

Unmount SD Card.

tab to open the

Settings SD card &

Touch

confirm your choice.

If you set the pattern lock,

input the pattern lock and select card will then be formatted and ready to use.

NOTE:

your memory card, the folder structure may be different after formatting since all the files will have been deleted.

Tip!

If your memory card is already Unmount, you can use the following step to format it. Touch

SD card & phone storage > Format SD Card.

Format SD card

Erase Everything

If there is content on

Applications > Settings >

, then

. The

Your Home screen

Touch-screen tips

Here are some tips on how to navigate around your phone.

Touch -

To choose a menu/ option or open an application, touch it.

Touch and hold -

options menu or grab an object you want to move, touch and hold it.

Drag -

To scroll through a list or move slowly, drag across the touch screen.

Flick -

To scroll through a list or move quickly, flick across the touch screen (drag quickly and release).

Note

•

To select an item, touch the

centre of the icon.

•

Do not to press too hard;

the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, firm touch.

To open an

•

Use the tip of your finger to

touch the option you want. Be careful not to touch any other keys.

Touch calibration

Calibrating the device screen involves tapping the centre of a cross as it moves around the screen. This process ensures that when you tap the screen, the tapped item is activated.

If your phone does not accurately respond to screen taps, follow these steps to re-calibrate.

Tap

Application

Sound & display

the

Touch settings

Touch

follow the instructions on the screen.

After calibration is completed,

choose between

calibration check

Calibration.

Settings

, and scroll to

Touch calibration

Check

and

Save without

, then complete

, and

Your Home screen

Lock and unlock screen

Whenever your GT540R is not in use, it will return to the lock screen.

If you do not use the phone for

a while, the home screen or other screen you are viewing, is replaced with the lock screen when the screen blacks out, to conserve the battery. To wake up your phone, press or

Power

will appear. Touch the lock icon and drag your finger to the right to unlock. The last screen you were working on opens.

Using your home screen

Touch the the bottom of the screen. You can then view all your installed applications.

Send, Home

key. The lock screen

Applications

tab at

NOTE:

Some screen images may be different depending on your phone provider.

Select your default home screen

The user interface is based on two types of home screens:

Home

and

Android Home

You can set your favorite home screen as the default.

If you want to change the default home settings, choose

selector

from the applications

menu.

Applications

Home

LG Home

Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view them. You can also customize each panel with widgets, shortcuts which are shortcuts to your favorite applications, folders and wallpapers.

Centre panel

Left panel

Tip!

Small dots at the application tab on the bottom of the screen indicate which panel you’re viewing.

Right panel

Your Home screen

In your LG home screen, you can view quick keys on the bottom of the screen. The quick keys provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most.

Touch the icon to bring up the touch-dialling pad to make a call.

Phone

Touch the applications menu. Just touch to scroll through your applications.

Applications

Touch the

Message

to access the messaging menu. Here, you can create a new message.

icon to open the

icon

Android Home

Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view them. You can also customize each panel with widgets, shortcuts which are shortcuts to your favorite applications, folders and wallpapers.

Centre panel

Left panel

Right panel

Touch the

Applications

icon to open the applications menu. Just touch and slide up or down the screen to scroll through your applications.

ApplicationsApplications

Your Home screen

Adding widgets to your home screen

You can customize your home screen by adding shortcuts, widgets, folders or wallpaper to it. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite widgets on the home screen.

NOTE: LG Home Home

To add an desired icon to your home screen:

On the home screen, touch

On the

menu, touch the type of item you want to add.

For example, select

from the list and tap it.

Select

numbers

tap it.

and

provide this function.

key and select

Add to Home screen

Contacts with phone

Android

Add

Folders

from the list and

You will see a new folder’s

icon on the home screen. Drag it to the desired location on the desired panel and release your finger from the screen.

To remove an application icon from the home screen:

Touch and hold that icon.

The

Applications

change as the

Drag and drop an application

icon to the Trash icon.

Getting back to a recently used application

Touch and hold the

key. The screen will show you a pop up with icons of applications that you've used recently.

Touch an icon to open its

application. Or, touch key to return to the current application.

Trash

icon will be

icon.

Home

Back

Notification drawer

The notification drawer runs across the top of your screen. Touch and slide the notification drawer down with your finger. Or, on the home screen, touch select can check Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS status as well as other notifications.

Notifications

key and

. Here, you

Viewing the status bar

The status bar uses different icons to display phone information, such as signal strength, new messages, battery life, and active Bluetooth and data connections.

Below is a table explaining the meaning of icons you’re likely to see in the status bar.

Icon Description

No SIM card

No signal

Wi-Fi is on and connected

Wired headset

Call forward

Call hold

Speakerphone

Call mute

Missed call

Bluetooth on

Bluetooth connected

System warning

[Status bar]

Alarm

New voicemail

Your Home screen

Icon Description

Flight mode

Icon Description

Data in and out

Silent

Vibrate

No SD card

Battery fully charged

Battery is charging

Data in

Data out

USB to PC

Download

Upload

GPS is acquiring

GPS is on

Service message

Setting message

Google Account Set-up

The first time you open the Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you’re prompted to create one.

Creating your Google account

On the home screen, touch

Applications

open the applications menu.

Tap

Create

up wizard.

Touch a text field to open the

touch keyboard, and enter your name and username for your Google account. When you entering the text, you can move to the next text field by touching keyboard.

tab to

Gmail

, and tap

to start the Gmail set

Next >

on the

When you’re finished to

input name and username, tap

. Your phone is communicating with Google servers and checking username availability.

Enter and re-enter your

password. Then follow the instructions and enter the required and optional information about the account. Wait while the server creates your account.

Signing in your Google account

Enter your e-mail address and

password, then tap Wait for signing in.

After sign in, you can use

Gmail and take advantages of Google services on your phone.

Google Account Set-up

Once you have set up your

Google account on your phone, your phone will be automatically synchronised with your Google account on the web. (It depends on your synchronization settings.)

After sign in, you can use Gmail, Google Calendar, Android Market and Google Map; download applications from Android Market; back up your settings to Google servers; and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.

Calls

Making a call

Touch to open the keypad.

Enter the number on the

keypad. To delete a digit, touch the

Clear

icon .

Touch the

make a call.

To end a call, touch

TIP!

international calls, touch and hold down .

Calling your contacts

Touch to open your

contacts.

Scroll through the contact list

or enter the first letter(s) of the contact you want to call by touching

In the list, touch the contact

you want to call, then select the number to use if there is more than one for that contact.

Call

icon to

End

To enter “+” to make

Answering and rejecting a call

When your phone rings, press the

Send

key to answer. You can also drag the the right.

Press the incoming call.

TIP!

touch and slide the silent icon

switch to silent mode.

Call

icon to

End

key to reject an

When the phone rings,

to the left if you want to

Adjusting call volume

To adjust the volume during a call, use volume up & down key on the left side of the phone.

Making a second call

During your initial call, Touch

the

key then touch . Then, select the number you want to call.

Calls

Dial the number, or search

your contacts.

Touch the

connect the call.

Both calls will be displayed

on the call screen. Your initial call will be locked and put on hold.

Touch to toggle between

calls. Or touch to make a conference call.

To end active calls, touch

End call

call, it will end the To end all calls at the same time, touch the select

NOTE:

each call you make.

Call

icon to

. If there is no active

Hold call

End call

key and

You will be charged for

Viewing your call logs

On the home screen, press the

Send

key to view

View a complete list of all dialed, received, and missed voice calls.

TIP!

Touch any single call log entry to view the date, time, and duration of the call.

TIP!

Touch the then touch delete all the recorded items.

Call settings

You can configure phone call settings, such as call forwarding, call waiting, and other special features offered by your carrier.

On the home screen, touch

Applications

applications menu.

Scroll and touch

Tap

Call settings

options that you want to adjust.

Call log

Clear call log

tab to open the

key,

Settings

, and choose

Fixed Dialing Numbers

– Select Fixed Dialing Numbers to turn on and compile a list of numbers that can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN 2 code, which is available from your operator. Only numbers within the fixed dial list can be called from your phone.

Voicemail

– Set up your

voicemail number.

Call forwarding

– You can configure how your calls are forwarded when you’re on the phone, when you don’t answer, and so on. Choose from

Always forward, Forward when busy, Forward when unanswered Forward when unreachable

, or

. Then enter the number to forward to.

NOTE:

Diverting calls will incur charges. Please contact your network operator for details.

Call barring

– Select when you would like calls to be barred. Enter the call barring password.

Please check with your network operator about this service.

Call costs

– View the charges applied to your calls. This service is network dependent; some operators do not support this function.

Call duration

– View the duration of all calls including all, dialed, received calls and the last call.

Additional call settings

– This lets you change the following settings:

Caller ID

: Choose whether to display your number on an outgoing call.

Call Waiting

: If call waiting is activated, the handset will notify you of an incoming call while you are on a call.

Select line

: Allows to select line.

Contacts

You can add contacts on your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts.

Searching for a contact

There are two ways to search for a contact:

On the Home screen

On the home screen, touch

to open your contacts.

Touch

the contact name using the keypad.

TIP!

To search by group, touch the top of the screen and select

Groups

all your groups.

From the main menu

On the home screen, touch

Applications

applications menu.

and enter

Contacts

tab at the

. This will display a list of

tab to open the

Touch

Settings

, and select

Adding a new contact

On the home screen, touch

, and enter the new contact’s number, then touch the

Save number contact

If you want to add a picture to

the new contact, touch . You can use a saved picture or take a new one.

Touch a text field to open the

touch keyboard, and enter a new contact’s name.

Select the contact type by

tapping choose from

Google

Touch a category of contact

information and enter the details about your contact.

Touch contact.

Phone

Done

key, touch

and then

tab and

Phone, SIM

to save the

New

and

Favorite contacts

You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites.

To add a contact to your favorites

On the home screen, touch

to open your contacts.

Touch a contact to view its

details.

Touch the star to the right of

the contact’s name. The star turns gold.

To remove a contact from your favorites list

On the home screen, touch

to open your contacts.

Touch the

choose a contact to view its details.

Touch the gold star on the

right of the contact’s name. The star turns grey and the contact is removed from your favorites.

Favorites

tab and

Creating a group

On the home screen, touch

to open your contacts.

Touch

New Group

enter a name for the new group.

You can set a ringtone for the

newly created group.

Touch

Done

group.

NOTE:

If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost. They will remain in your contacts.

and then

to save the

Messaging/E-mail

Messaging

Your GT540R combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.

Sending a message

Touch

Messaging

home screen, and touch

message

message.

Enter a contact name in the

field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can touch a suggested recipient or continue entering the contact name. You can add multiple contacts.

NOTE:

You will be charged for a text message for every person you send the message to.

Touch a message field to start

entering your message. Enter the text message using the keypad screen.

icon on the

New

to open a blank

Touch the

the options menu. Choose from

subject, Attach, Send, More (Insert smiley, Discard, All threads, Contacts).

Touch

message.

The message screen opens,

with your message after your name. Responses appear on the screen. As you view and send additional messages, a message thread is created.

character limit may vary from country to country depending on how the SMS is coded.

video, or audio ﬁle is added to an SMS message, it will be automatically converted into an MMS message, and you will be charged accordingly.

key to open

Preview, Call, Add

and

Add to

Send

to send your

WARNING:

The 160-

If an image,

and

NOTE:

When you get an SMS message during a call, there is no alert, but you will seen it on the indicator bar.

Entering text

Keypad

Touch to turn on T9

predictive text.

Tap to change between the number, symbol, and text keypads.

Touch to view the

Settings, Keypad types, Writing Language, User Dictionary Input Method.

Use to swap between lowercase and uppercase. The coloured circle on the button tells you if uppercase is locked on (green) or if it is just on for one character (orange).

To enter a space, touch .

Editor

and

T9 mode

The T9 mode uses a built-in dictionary to recognize the words you’re writing based on the sequence of keys you’ve touched. It predicts the word you are inputting and suggests alternatives.

Abc mode

This mode allows you to enter letters by touching the key labelled with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.

Messaging/E-mail

123 Mode

This mode allows you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example) more quickly. Touch the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode.

Entering accented letters

When you select French or Spanish as the text entry language, you can enter special French or Spanish characters (e.g., “a”).

After the corresponding letter character disappears, press the same key repeatedly until you see the special character you want.

Example

To input, press and hold the “a” key.

After the letter “a...” disappears, keep your finger pressed on the screen and slide left or right to select the desired character.

Setting up your email

Keep in touch while on the move by using your GT540R to send emails. It’s quick and simple to set up a LG push, POP3 or IMAP4 email account.

On the home screen, touch

Applications Email

for each email account. Or, you can also touch the home screen to access directly.

If the email account is not set

up, start the email setup wizard.

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already set up, the wizard is not activated automatically.

tab and tap

to view the mail boxes

If an email account is

Sending an email using your new account

Touch

home screen, and then touch

Compose icon

blank message.

icon on the

to open a new

Enter the recipient’s address,

then write your message.

You can also attach images,

videos, audio files, and various

document file formats.

Touch

Send icon

email.

TIP!

During an active Wi-Fi connection, emails are sent and received using Wi-Fi.

to send your

Retrieving your email

You can automatically or manually check your account for new email.

To check manually:

Touch

screen.

Then touch the account you

want to use.

Choose

GT540R will then connect to your email account and retrieve your new messages.

icon on the home

Refresh

and your

Changing your email account's settings

You can change your email settings based on your own preferences.

Touch

screen, and tap the desired account.

Touch the

the options menu, and tap

Settings

You can adjust the following

options:

General Settings.

icon on the home

key to open

Account Setup

and

Threaded box

Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation.

NOTE:

When you send an MMS message, there will be no delivery report, but you will see the icon.

Messaging/E-mail

Changing your message settings

Your GT540R message settings are predefined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings based on your preferences.

Touch

Messaging

home screen, then touch the

key. Tap

< SMS settings > Delivery reports –

receive confirmation that your messages have been delivered.

Manage SIM Card Messages –

Manage the messages stored on your SIM card.

Validity period –

long your messages are stored in the message centre.

Text message centre – Enter the details of your message centre.

< MMS settings > Delivery reports

request a delivery report.

icon on the

Settings

Activate to

Choose how

– Choose to

Read reports

– Choose to request a read report for each message you send.

Auto-retrieve

– Activate to

retrieve messages automatically.

Roaming auto-retrieve

– Activate to retrieve messages while roaming.

Set priority

– Choose the priority

level of your MMS.

Validity period

– Choose how long your message is stored in the message centre.

Creation mode

Restricted:

Client device only creates and sends messages with content belonging to the Core MM Content Domain.

the MMS Client device guides the user in creating and sending messages with content belonging to the Core MM Content Domain. This guidance is provided through warning dialogs.

In this mode, the MMS

WARNING:

In this mode,

Free:

In this mode, the MMS Client allows the user to add any content to the message.

Receive advertisement

receiving advertisement messages.

< Other settings > Service message

whether to receive or block service messages.

Notification settings

to display message notifications in the status bar. Also select a ringtone and activate vibrate to alert you of new messages.

Info. Service settings

whether to receive, block, or view or edit channels to receive information service messages (cell broadcast messages). Also choose the languages of information service messages.

– Allows

– Choose

– Activate

– Choose

Social Networking

With your phone, you can enjoy the social networking and manage your micro-blog in on-line communities. You can update your current status and view your friends’ status updates real-time.

You can add your Facebook, Twitter or Bebo accounts to your phone. If you don’t have an account, you can visit their sites to set it up.

NOTE!

An additional costs may be incurred when connecting and using online services. Check your data charges with your network provider.

Adding your account to your phone

Touch

SNS

screen.

Touch

social networking account.

Select the kind of account

to add.

icon on the home

Add account

to add a

Messaging/E-mail

Enter your e-mail address

and password that you set up on your community, then tap

Wait while your details are

checked with your community.

Check your community is

turned ON. If you tap your community, you can see the current status of your social community.

TIP!

If you add a social networking widget on your home screen, the widget will show your status when your phone updates from the network.

You can also access the social community directly by touching

up the widget.

Viewing and updating your status

Choose a community you

want to access.

The community home will

be appear. You can see the current status of your social community.

If you want to update your

status, tap the current status, then touch

Note:

network services.

Status

and write

This is dependent on

Removing accounts on your phone

In the list of SN (Social

Networking) manager, touch

key and touch

account

Choose and check a

community you want to delete your account, then tap

Remove account

Tap OK to confirm.

Remove

Camera

Getting to know the viewfinder

Brightness

– This defines and controls of the amount of sunlight entering the image. Slide the brightness indicator along the bar, towards “-” for a lower brightness image, or towards “+” for a higher brightness image.

Zoom

– Zoom in or zoom out. Alternatively you can use the side

volume keys.

Gallery

– This enables you to access your saved photos from within the camera mode. Simply touch, and your gallery will appear on the screen.

Taking a photo Video mode

Settings

– Touch this icon to

open the settings menu. See

Using the advanced settings Image size

you take. Select a pixel value from the numerical options: 3M (2048x1536), 2M (1600x1200), 1M (1280x960), VGA (640x480), QVGA (320x240).

Focus the focus mode

Note: You need to insert a memory card first to take a picture. Without

inserting a memory card, you will not be able to save the picture you had taken.

– Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the picture

– Touch this icon to select the options menu. See

icon to switch to video mode.

– Slide down this

Using

Camera

TIP!

You can close all the shortcut options to give a clearer viewfinder screen. Just touch the centre of the viewfinder once. To recall the options, touch the screen again.

Using the focus mode

You can select the focus mode as following options;

Auto Focus

focus automatically.

Macro

to take extreme close-ups. If you are trying to take a close-up shot but the focus box remains red, try turning the macro mode on.

Face tracking

tracking and take a photo, your camera detects and focuses on human faces automatically.

After saving a photo in your Gallery, you can give a new nickname to someone in the photo by touching and holding the face. It will be placed on the People bar in your Gallery. You can also connect to Contacts

– Set the camera to

– Macro mode allows you

– If you set Face

to match the photo with the contact.

NOTE:

Zoom is not supported in

Face tracking mode.

Manual Focus

to focus manually.

– Set the camera

Taking a quick photo

Press and hold the camera

key on the right side of the phone.

Holding the phone horizontally,

point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph.

Press the capture button

lightly, and a focus box will appear in the centre of the viewfinder screen.

Position the phone so you

can see the subject in the focus box.

When the focus box turns

green, the camera has focused on your subject.

Press the capture button and

hold it down.

Once you’ve taken the photo

Your captured photo will appear on the screen.

Touch to share your

photo as

Bluetooth Email, Gmail Messaging, Picasa

SNS

NOTE:

Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.

Touch to use the image

Set as

Contact icon, Lock

screen

Touch to edit the name

Rename

of the selected picture.

Touch to edit the image

Edit

using various tools.

Touch to view a gallery of

your saved photos. Touch to delete the image. Touch to take another photo

immediately. Your current

photo will be saved.

Wallpaper

Touch to return to the

previous menu.

Using the advanced settings

In the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced options.

You can change the camera setting by scrolling the wheel. After selecting the option, touch the Back key.

Image quality Super Fine, Fine

The finer the quality, the sharper the photo. However, the file size will increase as a result, which means you’ll be able to store fewer photos in the memory.

White balance Auto, Incandescent, Sunny Fluorescent

Shot mode Normal, Continuous shot, Beauty shot, Frame shot, Panorama, Art shot shot

– Choose from

, and

Normal

– Choose from

, and

Cloudy

, and

Smile

Camera

Timer

– The self-timer allows you to set a delay after the shutter is pressed. Select

3 seconds, 5 seconds seconds

. This is ideal if you want

to be included in a photo.

ISO

– The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera’s light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera will be. This is useful under darker conditions when you cannot use the flash. Select from ISO values of and

Scene mode Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Night,

Color effect

tone for your new photo. Once you’ve made your

selection, use the Back key to close the colour tone menu. You are then ready to take a picture.

400

Auto, 100, 200

– Choose from

and

– Choose a colour

, or

Sunset.

Off

NOTE:

You can change a colour picture to black and white or sepia, but you cannot change a black-and-white or sepia picture to colour.

Captured image Hold, On, Off

after taken picture screen is shown for 1 second, and it goes to the preview right away.

Grid screen 2x2

, or

Shutter sound

the four shutter sounds.

GEO-Tagging

your phone’s location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged pictures to a blog that supports geotagging, you can see the pictures displayed on a map.

NOTE:

available when GPS is active.

– Choose from

. If you select On,

– Choose from

3x3

– Select one of

– Activate to use

This function is only

Off

Hide icons

– Choose the camera setting icons to hide manually or automatically.

Blink detection

– Turn this on to display a red box around the face that was blinking in the preview image screen.

Reset

– Restore all camera

default settings.

TIP!

When you exit the camera, all settings will return to their defaults, except image size and image quality. Any nondefault settings must be reset, such as colour tone and ISO. Check these before you take your next photo.

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The settings menu is superimposed over the viewﬁnder, so when you change elements of the image colour or quality, you will see a preview of the image change behind the settings menu.

Viewing your saved photos

You can access your saved

photos from within the camera mode. Just touch and your gallery will appear on the screen.

Video camera

Getting to know the viewfinder

Brightness

entering the Video. Slide the brightness indicator along the bar, towards “-” for a lower brightness Video, or towards “+” for a higher brightness Video.

Zoom

volume keys. Before starting record a video, you can use the zoom function. You can not control the zoom function during recording.

Settings

open the settings menu. See

Using the advanced settings Video size

record. Choose your video image size from VGA (640x480), QVGA (320x240) or QCIF (176x144).

Scene mode

Choose from

Night.

– This defines and controls of the amount of sunlight

– Zoom in or zoom out. Alternatively you can use the side

Gallery

– This enables you to access your saved photos & Videos from within the video camera mode. Simply touch, and your gallery will appear on the screen.

Camera mode

– Touch this icon to

– Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you

– Set the camera to adjust to the environment.

Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Sunset

this icon to switch to camera mode.

Start recording

– Slide up

and

Shooting a quick video

Press and hold the camera

key on the right side of the phone.

Then slide the capture button

down position, the icon will change to .

The video camera’s viewfinder

will appear on the screen.

Holding the phone horizontally,

point the lens towards the subject of the video.

Press the capture button once

to start recording.

REC will appear at the bottom of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video.

Touch on the screen to

stop recording.

After shooting a video

A still image representing your video will appear on the screen.

Touch to share your

video as

Bluetooth Email, Gmail Messaging

YouTube.

NOTE:

Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.

Play

Touch to play the video. Touch to edit the name

Rename

of the selected video.

Edit

Touch to enter editing

mode on this video.

Touch to access the media

player and view the saved videos.

Touch to delete the video

you just made, and confirm by touching Yes. The viewfinder will reappear.

Touch to shoot another

video right away. Your current video will be saved.

Touch to return to the

previous menu.

Using the advanced settings

Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Adjust the video camera setting by scrolling the wheel. After selecting the option, touch the

Back

key.

Video camera

Color effect

tone to use for your new view.

White balance

balance ensures any the white areas in your video are realistic. To enable your camera to adjust the white balance correctly, you may need to determine the light conditions. Choose from

Auto, Incandescent, Sunny Fluorescent

Duration

for your video. Choose between

Normal

maximum size to send as an MMS message.

Audio recording

to record a video without sound.

Hide icons

to hide the icons in the video camera menu automatically or manually.

– Choose a colour

– The white

Cloudy

to limit the

Mute

, and

– Set a duration limit

and

MMS

TIP!

When choosing MMS duration, the Video quality will be set as QCIF and you can shoot longer videos.

– Choose

– Select whether

Recorded video Hold, On, Off

after recorded video screen is shown for 1 second, and it goes to the preview right away.

Reset

– Reset all the video

camera settings.

TIP!

You can change a video shot in colour to black and white or sepia, but you cannot change a black-and-white or sepia video to colour.

– Choose from

. If you select On,

Watching your saved videos

In the viewfinder, touch .

Your gallery will appear on the

screen.

Touch a video once to bring

it to the front of the gallery. It starts to play automatically.

Your photos and videos

Viewing your photos and videos

Touch on the camera

preview screen.

Your gallery will appear on the

screen.

Touch the video or photo to

open it fully.

TIP!

Flick left or right to

view other photos or videos.

Adjusting the volume when viewing a video

To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the volume keys on the left side of the phone.

Setting a photo as wallpaper

Touch the photo you want to

set as wallpaper to open it.

Touch the screen to open the

options menu.

Set as

Touch

Set Wallpaper

, then touch .

Editing your photos

You can do lots of great things to your photos to change them, add to them, or liven them up.

Open the photo you want to

edit, then touch the

Touch

Edit

photo:

Rotate & Flip

or flip your photo for fun or a better view.

Crop

Choose a square or circular crop area, then move your finger across the screen to select the area.

Tuning

you adjust a picture using automatic colour, brightness, and so on.

Effect

the effect options to a photo.

Frame

the photo.

key.

to change your

– Rotate

– Crop your photo.

– This helps

– Touch to apply

– Add frames to

Your photos and videos

Text

– Add text to a

picture.

Clipart

– Add clipart to

a photo.

Drawpad

– Draw on your photo, freehand. Select the line thickness from the four options, then choose the colour you want.

Stamp

– Decorate your photo with stamps. Choose from the different stamps, then touch your photo where you want to place them.

Resize

– Resize your photo.

Save the changes you

made to the photos.

Delete your photo edits.

Rotating your photo

Rotate 90°

counterclockwise

Rotate 90° clockwise

Flip vertically

Flip horizontally

Adding text to a photo

On the editing screen, touch

Select the colour of the

text, then choose one of the bubble shapes.

Enter your text using the

keypad, then touch

Move the text by touching it

and sliding it to where you want it.

Done

Adding an effect to a photo

On the editing screen, touch

You can apply any of the

various options to the photo.

To undo an effect, simply

touch .

Cropping a photo

On the editing screen, touch

Choose the shape you want to

use to crop the picture.

Drag the box over the area

you want to crop. Move the selected area by dragging.

When you are finished with

your selection, touch

Done

Tuning your photo

On the editing screen, touch

. Use the tuning toolbar to adjust your photo’s tuning as you like.

Choose to adjust the

tuning settings automatically.

Choose to compare

before and after tuning.

Adjust the brightness and

contrast of the photo.

Adjust highlights and

shadows.

Balance your photo’s

colour.

Adjust the saturation of

your photo.

Adjust your photo’s

sharpness.

Denoise.

Adding frames

On the editing screen, touch

Touch or to choose

a frame.

Touch to check the whole

frame.

Adding clipart

Touch on the editing

screen.

Touch , then select

clipart.

Adjust the size of the clipart.

Rotate clipart using and

Your photos and videos

Using the drawpad

Touch on the editing

screen.

Touch to select the

shape.

Also, set the colour and

thickness.

You can delete the drawing

you added using .

Adding stamps

Touch on the editing

screen.

Touch to see which

stamps are available.

Touch the screen where you

want to add the stamp to the photo.

Adjust the colour using .

Resizing

Touch on the editing

screen.

Scroll the bar to resize the

photo.

Editing your videos

The video editing features are available for the MPEG-4 format.

Trimming the length of the video

Select

Touch . Then set the new

Edit

, then choose

start and end points. Touch

and select

Touch to return to the

gallery and discard the changes.

Next Icon

Selecting transition style

Select a transition style, then

touch to preview it.

Touch , then drag the bar

to adjust the duration time

Touch OK to save the

transition. Touch apply the currently selected transition. Choose to apply the currently selected transition to all video files in the storyboard.

Apply

Apply To All

Adding subtitles

Open the video you want to

edit.

Select

Touch , then pause

Touch

Touch the area of the screen

Replace the existing file, or

Repeat these steps to add

Edit

, then select

to add subtitles to the

video.

playback to set the start point for text appearance.

Start

, then choose the text style. Enter your text using the keypad, then select

Done

where you want the text to appear, then touch OK.

save as a new file.

more text.

Adding edit effects

Open the video you want to

edit.

Select

Edit

, then select

Select an effect to add to the

photo.

Grabbing a frame

Capture a picture from the video.

Open the video you want to

edit.

Select

Play the video, then touch

The frame is saved to the

Edit

, then and

select .

to capture the screen you want while the video is playing.

phone as a still image file.

Your photos and videos

Adding dubbing to your video

Open the video you want to

edit.

Select

Touch . The

The original audio track on

If the audio is shorter than the

Replace the existing file, or

Or you can record a new file

Touch OK to save the current

Edit

or to

, then choose

My Sounds

Repeat

it.

folder will open. Choose the track you want to add to your video.

your video will be deleted.

video, choose whether to play it

Once

save as a new file.

and insert live dubbing by touching .

dubbing.

Multimedia

You can store multimedia files to a memory card to have easy access to all your image and video files.

Touch

Applications

select

Gallery

list of catalogue bars that store all your multimedia files.

Note:

Make sure you install a memory card into the phone to save photos and access all your pictures. Without a memory card, the phone will not display any photos or videos.

There are seven catalogue bars as shown below.

All :

pictures and videos.

Favorite :

hold a photo or video, the option screen will appear allowing you to tag the photo as a favorite. This

Favorite

favorite photos and videos.

Camera

photos.

tab, then

. You can open a

Displays all your

If you touch and

bar will show your

: Displays all your

Image

: Displays all your

images.

Video :

videos.

Tag :

you can tag photos. This bar displays your tagged photos and videos.

People :

you set and take a photo, it will be placed on the You can give a new nickname to someone in the photo. Or connect to the photo with the contact.

Displays all your

Like the

Favorite

bar,

From camera, if

Focus > Face tracking

People

bar.

Contacts

to match

Timeline view

GT540R Gallery provides a timeline view of your photos and videos. On the left side of the screen, the date you took your photos will be displayed, from the oldest to the newest. If you select a specific date, all the photos you took on that day will be grouped over a white background.

Multimedia

My Images options menu

Select a photo, then touch and hold to see the available options.

Sending a photo

To send a photo, touch and

hold the photo you want.

Select

Messaging

. Choose from

Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, Picasa or SNS.

When you choose

Gmail

photo will be attached to a message, then you write and send the message normally.

TIP!

If you have a SNS account and set it up on your phone, you can share your photo to SNS community.

Sending a video

To send a video, touch and hold the video you want.

Select

Share Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messaging, or YouTube.

. Choose from

Email,

, your

When you choose

Messaging

be attached to a message, then you write and send the message normally.

Email, Gmail

, your video will

Using an image

Choose images to use as wallpaper or identify callers.

Touch and hold a photo, then

select

Set As.

Choose from

Wallpaper or Lock screen.

Contact icon,

Creating a slideshow

If you want to view all the images on your phone, you can create a slideshow so you don’t have to open and close each image.

Touch and hold a photo, then

select

Slideshow

Checking your photo

You can view a photo’s detailed information, such as

Date, Time, Resolution, Size, Type,

and

Tag.

Name,

Touch and hold a photo, then

select

Detail

Media Player

The

Media Player

a list of videos you downloaded to or recorded on your phone.

Watching a video

Select

Applications tab.

Touch

video to play.

TIP!

The GT540R supports DivX video playback to ensure greater content availability.

Touch

Music

to play. You can play songs, categorise songs by

Artist

and

Playlist

folder displays

Media Player

Video

Genres,

on the

and select a

and select a music

Album,

or create a

Video editor

On the home screen, touch

Applications Video editor

tab and select

Storyboard

Set BGM

– Add background music to the storyboard, or change the sound.

Import Files

Add media files to the storyboard. You can add up to 32 media files.

Clip Manager

Manage the added media files. If no media files were added, the button is disabled.

Preview

video file you created.

Save

file you created.

Add Text

frame into storyboard.

You must touch first to edit the video.

– Touch to select all the

files, but the maximum is 32 files.

–

– Preview the

– Save the video

– Add a text

Multimedia

– Touch to deselect all the

files.

25/32 – This shows the selected

file number.

Touch to go to the next step.

Music Movie

Flip left and right to check

the various styles. For

Movie

, you can select only

photos.

– Return to the

editor

– Display the style name

and description.

– Preview the style.

– Touch to select photos.

After you select photos, touch

to proceed to the next

step.

Touch to select all the

photos, then touch .

Select the music, then set it

as the background music.

Add movie title using the

keypad, then save it.

Music

Video

screen.

Touch to play the

complete video file.

Touch to save the video

file you created.

Auto cut

There are three style templates:

Portrait, Landscape, objects.

Touch , then select a

video. Go to the next step.

Touch to preview the

video file.

Touch to save the file.

and

Motion

Playing a game

You can download a range

of games from the Google market.

To Launch tap on the a game

or an application.

NOTE:

Additional charges may apply when using this service to download games or applications that are not free.

NOTE:

Java game and application installation are only possible through the Web.

Transferring files using USB mass storage devices

To transfer files using USB devices:

Connect the GT540R to a PC

using a USB cable.

Choose

Settings > SD Card & Phone Storage > Activate Mass Storage Only

In the status bar, drag the

USB icon.

Choose

USB Connected and Mount

You can view the mass

storage contents on your PC and transfer the files.

NOTE:

You need to install and SD card first. Without an SD card, you cannot use USB mass storage.

Music

Your GT540R has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, touch From here, you can access a number of folders:

Artists

– Browse your music

collection by artist.

Albums

– Browse your music

collection by album.

Songs

– Contains all the songs

you have on your phone.

Playlists

– Contains the playlists

you created.

Music

Playing a song

On the home screen, touch

Applications Music

Touch

Select the song you want

to play.

Touch to pause the song.

Touch to skip to the next

song.

tab and select

Songs

Multimedia

Touch to go back to the

first part of the song. Touch

two times to go back to

the previous song.

To change the volume while listening to music, press the up and down volume keys on the left side of the phone.

Touch and hold any song in the list. It will display

To Playlist, Use as Ringtone, Delete,

and

NOTE:

Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws.

Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music. In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material. Before downloading or copying the file, please check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.

Play, Add

as options.

Using the radio

Your GT540R has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favorite stations and listen on the go.

NOTE:

You must attach your headphones to listen to the radio. Insert them into the headphone jack.

Searching for stations

You can tune in to radio stations by searching for them manually or automatically. They will then be saved to specific channel numbers, so you don’t have to keep re-tuning in. You can store up to 48 channels on your phone.

To tune in automatically

On the home screen, touch

Applications FM radio

Touch the

tab and select

key.

Touch

Auto Scan

. Assign the stations found

, then touch

to channel numbers by selecting

Set, Skip

, or

Stop

NOTE:

You can also manually tune in to a station using the wheel displayed next to the radio frequency.

Resetting channels

On the home screen, touch

Applications FM radio

Choose

tab and select

Reset Channel

to reset the current channel, or choose

Reset All Channels

reset all the channels.

Listening to the radio

On the home screen, touch

Applications FM radio

Touch the channel number

of the station you want to listen to.

tab and select

TIP!

To improve radio reception, extend the headset cord, which functions as the radio antenna.

WARNING

If you connect a headset not speciﬁcally made for radio reception, radio reception may be poor.

Google applications

First, set up a Google account.

Enter your user name and password.

2 After signing in, your contacts,

email, and calendar in your Google account will automatically synchronise with your GT540R.

Tip!

If you change your Google account after signing in, or you want to log out, please use the below step:

Settings > Applications > Manage applications > Google Apps >Clear data.

Google Maps

Check your current location and traffic and receive directions to your destination. The GT540R must be connected to Wi-Fi or 3G/GPRS.

NOTE:

cover all cities and countries.

NOTE:

for a location, Touch the key then touch to turn compass mode on.

Applications >

Google Maps does not

While viewing

Street View

Compass Mode

Android Market

Android Market lets you download useful applications and games. If you install applications and games from Android Market, they appear in the GT540R menu.

You can post comments about an application or flag it if you find it is incompatible with the GT540R.

Select a category to browse

its contents.

Choose an application to

install.

NOTE:

When you want to finish

the game, use the

Back

key. You will return to the home screen. Or use the key of the game.

Home

Gmail

Gmail is configured when you first set up your phone. Depending on your synchronization settings, Google on your phone is automatically synchronised with your Gmail account on the web.The inbox conversations list is your default Gmail view.

Touch the

Refresh

emails and to synchronise your emails with your Google account on the web.

key, then touch

to send or receive new

Google Talk

Google Talk is Google’s instant messaging program. It lets you communicate with other people who also use Google Talk.

Rogers

Shop -

Browse and shop for ringtones, games, videos and more content to personalize your phone and make it more fun.

Weather -

The Weather icon provides you with the weather report right on your phone, including the current weather and five-day forecast for your city, any Canadian or international city. Weather also provides you with full weather conditions including: five-day forecasts with forecasts for high and low temperature, and weather conditions, wind chill and wind speed, humidity and sunrise and sunset.

News -

Keeping on top of the local, national and international news is as easy as clicking on the News icon. You can search for news and select and set your news feeds for quick access to your favorite information sources for Headlines, Sports, Business, Technology, Health and many other topics.

My Account -

the power of account information in the palm of your hand. My Account lets you check your Rogers account balance, review the number of minutes you have used, determine your data usage and more. Getting important account information on the go has never been easier.

My Account puts

Utilities

Setting your alarm

On the home screen, touch

Applications Alarm Clock

If you want to add a new

alarm, touch There are preset alarms you can activate.

Touch to turn on the

alarm, and set the time you want the alarm to sound. After you set the time, the GT540R will let you know how much time is left before the alarm sounds.

Choose a ringtone, and turn

on the repeat.

Choose alarm.

Set the Snooze interval. Select

from Snooze off, 5 min, 10 min, 20 min, 30 min or 1 hour.

Touch , then return to the

first Alarm Clock screen.

Vibrate

, if you want. Set

Label

tab and select

New Alarm

to name the

Touch and hold the clock on

the screen, when you lift your finger different types of clocks will be displayed. Choose one to change your clock face.

You can delete all the alarms

by touching the choose

Delete alarm

key and

Using your calculator

On the home screen, touch

Applications Calculator

Touch the number keys to

enter numbers.

For simple calculations, touch

the function you want (+, –, x, or ÷), followed by =.

For more complex

calculations, touch the key, touch the

panel tan, log,

tab and select

Advanced

, then choose

and so on.

sin, cos,

Utilities

Adding an event to your calendar

On the home screen, touch

Applications Calendar

First, you must create a

Google account to use Calendar.

Select the date you want to

add an event to.

Touch the

touch

Touch

event name. Check the date and enter the time you want your event to begin. Enter the time and date the event finishes in the lower date and time boxes.

Also, touch

the location.

If you would like to add a

note to your event, touch

Description

details.

tab and select

New event

What

, then enter the

Where

and enter the

key, then

, then enter

If you want to repeat the

alarm, set

Reminders

Touch

in the calendar. A coloured square in the calendar will mark all days that have saved events. An alarm will sound at the event start time to help you stay organised.

Repetition

, if necessary.

Done

to save the event

, and set

Changing your calendar view

On the home screen, touch

Applications Calendar

key.

Select the calendar view for

a particular day, week, or month.

tab and select

. Touch the

Quickoffice

You can manage and view document files. The supported file types are PDF, DOC, TXT, XLS, and ZIP.

Choose

Memory Card

can see the files and folder list.

If you choose

Documents

viewed will be displayed.

Touch and hold any file,

and the options

Properties

appear.

Choose a file, then touch the

Menu Register, Update, Properties,

and additional options, depending on the file type.

PDF:

Fit Width

DOC/TXT: XLS:

Summary View

, files you recently

, and

key to view the

About options

Go To Page, Fit Page,

Worksheet – Choose

Recent

Rename Delete

. There are

Full View

. You

will

Open,

Voice recorder

Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.

Recording a sound or voice

On the home screen, touch

Applications Voice Recorder

Touch to begin

recording.

Touch to end recording.

Touch the

select

Phone ringtone

NOTE:

your album. You can listen to the saved recording.

Set as

Touch

tab and select

key and

to set as the

Go to list

Sending the voice recording

Once you have finished

recording, you can send the audio clip by touching the

key and

Choose from

Email, Gmail,

When you select

Gmail,

voice recording will be added to the message that you write and send it normally.

and

Bluetooth,

and

Email,

Messaging,

to access

Messaging

the

Browser

Browser gives you a fast, fullcolour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, and much more, right on your mobile phone. Wherever you are and whatever you’re into.

Accessing the Web

On the home screen, touch

Applications Browser

You will move to the website.

NOTE:

when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider.

Using the Web tool bar

Touch to open the toolbar.

Touch to refresh the web

page.

Touch to go forward one

page.

Touch to go backward

one page.

tab and select

Additional charges apply

Touch to add bookmark.

Touch to open another

website in a new window.

Touch to change the

browser settings.

Using options

Touch the options.

key to view

Go –

Enter a web address

and go to that page.

Exit –

Close browser.

Bookmarks –

Bookmark, show Most Visited Site and History.

Windows –

open windows.

Find on page –

the letters you enter.

•

Select Text –

select the lines you want to copy. You can paste it to any input box.

•

Page Info –

information.

Add/Show

Show all your

Marks all

Touch and

Show page

•

Share Page –

page by

Messaging

•

Downloads –

download history.

•

Setting –

settings.

Send

Email, Gmail

Show

Set browser

Adding and accessing bookmarks

For easy and fast access to your favorite websites, you can add bookmarks and save web pages.

On the home screen, touch

Applications Browser

Touch the

select Or touch . A list of your bookmarks will appear on the screen.

Select

then enter a name for the bookmark followed by its URL.

Touch OK. Your bookmark will

now appear in the bookmark list.

tab and select

key then

Menu > Bookmarks

Add bookmark...

To access the bookmark,

simply touch the bookmark. You will be connected to the bookmarked page.

Changing Web browser settings

Touch the

More > Settings

You can change the page layout (e.g., text size, text encoding), change the home page, manage cache, cookie, and security settings, and so on.

key then select

Settings

On the home screen, touch

Applications

touch

Wireless controls

Here, you can manage Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Also, you can set mobile networks, airplane mode.

Wi-Fi

Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks.

Wi-Fi settings

notification, or add a Wi-Fi network.

Bluetooth

checkmark: Turns on Bluetooth to connect to Bluetooth devices.

Bluetooth settings

name & discoverable, scan for other devices.

Mobile network

mobile network.

Mobile network settings

options for roaming, network, and APNs.

tab then scroll and

Settings

– Touch to checkmark:

– Set network

– Touch to

– Set device

– Turn on

– Set

Airplane mode

Airplane mode, all wireless connections will be disabled.

– After setting

Sound & display

Silent mode

all sounds, except media & alarms.

Ringer volume

for incoming calls and other notifications.

Media volume

music and videos.

Phone ringtone

ringtone.

Phone vibrate

for incoming calls.

Notification ringtone

default notification ringtone.

Audible touch tones

sound when you use the keypad.

Audible selection

sound when you make a screen selection.

Vibration feedback

vibration feedback.

– Turn on to silence

– Set volume

– Set volume for

– Set default

– Set to vibrate

– Set

– Set to

– Set to use

SD Card notifications

SD card notification sounds.

Orientation

orientation automatically when you rotate the phone.

Animation

animation when you open or close windows.

Brightness

brightness of the screen.

Screen timeout

for screen timeout.

Touch calibration

screen for ease of use.

– Set to switch

– Set to display an

– Adjust the

– Disable

– Set the time

– Reset your

Data synchronization

Select which applications are synchronised.

Security & location

Use wireless networks

check Use wireless networks, your phone will be determine your approximate location by using Wi-Fi and mobile networks.

– If you

Enable GPS Satellites

check Enable GPS satellites, your phone will be determine your location to street-level accuracy.

Share with Google

check Share with Google, your phone will be check your current location when you use Google search.

When you check this option, you’re asked whether you consent to allowing Google to use your location when providing these services.

Set unlock pattern

pattern to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a screen unlock pattern.

Set up SIM card lock

SIM card lock or change SIM PIN.

Visible passwords

to show passwords as you type them or deselect to hide passwords as you type them.

– If you

– Set unlock

– Set up

– Select

Settings

Install from SD card

install encrypted certificates from your SD card.

Set password

the credential storage password.

To lock your screen by using the Pattern Lock

On the home screen, touch

Applications Settings

Touch Security & location, and select Set unlock pattern.

The first time you do this, a

short tutorial about creating an unlock pattern appears.

You're prompted to draw and

redraw your own pattern. The next time you turn on your phone or wake up the screen, you're prompted to draw your unlock pattern to unlock the screen.

– choose to

– set or change

tab and select

Applications

You can manage applications and set up quick launch shortcuts.

Unknown Sources

setting to install non-Market applications.

Manage Applications

Manage and remove installed applications.

Development

application development, such as

USB Debugging, Stay Awake

and

Allow Mock Locations

– Default

–

– Set options for

SD card & phone storage

SD Card

– Check total space

and available space. Touch

Unmount SD card

removal. you want to delete all data from the SD card.

Internal phone storage

the

Available space

Factory Data Reset

delete all data from the phone.

for safe

Format the SD card

– Check

. Choose

if you want to

, if

Date and time

Set date, time, time zone, and formats.

Locale and text

Set local language and region, text input, and autocorrect options.

You use the Search settings to configure Google search, Quick Search Box, and the data on the phone that you want to include in searches.

Accessibility

You use the Accessibility settings to configure any accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone.

Note:

Requires additional plug-

ins to become selectable.

Speech synthesis

You use the Text-to-Speech settings to configure the Android text-to-speech synthesiser, for applications that can take advantage of it.

About phone

View legal information, and check phone status and software version.

Wi-Fi

Wireless Manager allows you to manage Internet connections your phone’s Wi-Fi (a wireless LAN). It allows the phone to connect to local wireless networks or access the Internet wirelessly. Wi-Fi is faster and has a greater range than Bluetooth wireless technology. It allows fast emailing and Internet browsing.

NOTE:

The GT540R supports WEP and WPA/WPA2-PSK security. If your Wi-Fi service provider or network administrator sets encryption for network security, fill in the key in the pop-up window. If encryption is not set, this pop-up window will not be shown. You can obtain the key from your Wi-Fi service provider or network administrator.

1. How to set up Wi-Fi

Touch the

Wireless controls, then turn

Wi-Fi

AP (Access Point) Search

– Searches for which AP it

AP Connect

– Connects to the desired AP

– If the AP is security type

Settings

tab, then

on.

can connect to.

from the AP search list.

WEP or WPA/WPA2-PSK, enter the security key.

2. Wi-Fi network profile support

Wi-Fi profile support (how to

connect to a frequently used AP or hidden AP)

1) If the AP does not appear in the search list, you can connect to it by saving it as a profile.

Wi-Fi

2) Saving a frequently used AP as a profile makes it easier to enter the security key when connecting to an AP with that security type.

3) If the AP does not support DHCP, you can connect to the AP using a static IP address.

Description of each field in the

Wi-Fi profile.

1) Network Name: SSID (ID)

2) Security Type: WEP and WPA/WPA2-PSK support.

3) Security Key: Saves the security key.

4) IP/DNS Setting: This allows you to set to Automatic or Static, depending on whether the AP supports DHCP. For Static, enter the field value of the IP address and DNS server to use with the static IP address when connecting.

How to save the Wi-Fi profile

1) Select the Add Wi-Fi Network menu at the bottom of Wi-Fi Networks, then enter the SSID and Security Type.

2) After connecting to an AP with this security type, the profile will be saved automatically.

3. How to obtain the MAC address

To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your GT540R into the router.

You can find the MAC address in the following user interface:

Settings > Wireless controls > Wi-Fi settings > Menu > Advanced > MAC Address

Software update

Phone Software update

LG Mobile Phone Software update from internet

For more information on installing and using this program, please visit http://ca.lgservice. com/index_b2c.jsp

This feature allows you to update your software to the latest version quickly and conveniently over the Internet without needing to visit our service centre.

As the mobile phone firmware update requires the user’s full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure to check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding. Please note that removing the USB data cable or battery during the upgrade may seriously damage you mobile phone.

As the manufacturer takes no responsibility for loss of data during the update process, you are advised to back up any

important information in advance for safekeeping.

DivX Mobile

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ONDEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-onDemand (VOD) content. To generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu. Go to

vod.divx.com

to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD.

DivX Certified to play DivX® video up to 320 x 240

www.divx.com

with this code

for

Accessories

These accessories are available for use with the GT540R. (

described below may be optional.

Charger Data cable

Battery User Guide

Stereo headset

NOTE:

• Always use genuine LG accessories.

• Failure to do this may void your warranty.

• Accessories may vary in different regions.

)

Connect your GT540R and PC.

Learn more about your GT540R.

Items

Technical data

Ambient Temperatures Max:

+55°C (discharging), +45°C (charging)

Min:

-10°C

Troubleshooting

This section 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.

Symptom Possible causes

No connection to the network

Codes do not match

Signal is weak or you’re outside of the carrier network.

When you want to change a security code you have to confirm the new code by entering it again.

The two codes that you have entered do not match.

Possible Corrective measures

Move to a window or open space. Check service provider coverage

map.

Contact your Service Provider.

Function cannot be set

Calls not available

Not supported by Service Provider or registration required.

Dialing error or service limitations.

Dialing error New SIM card inserted Prepaid Charge limit reached

Contact your Service Provider.

Check the number dialed and check the reception. Contact your service provider.

New network not authorized. Check for new restrictions. Contact Service Provider or reset

limit with PIN 2.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible causes

On/Off key pressed too

Phone cannot be switched on

Charging error

Network connection is lost.

Number not permitted

Phone lockedup and does not function

briefly. Battery is not charged.

Battery contacts are dirty.

Battery totally empty. Contact problem.

No power from outlet.

Charger defective. Wrong charger. Battery defective.

Signal too weak.

The Fixed Dial Number function is on.

Restarting the phone

Possible Corrective measures

Press On/Off key for at least two seconds.

Charge battery. Check charging indicator in the display.

Clean the battery contacts.

Charge battery. 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.

Test with another charger. Only use original LG accessories. Replace battery.

Reconnection to another service provider if network mode is automatic.

Check the Settings menu and turn the function off.

Turn the phone off.

Remove the battery cover.

Install the battery.

Lock the cover.

Turn the phone on again.

For Your Safety

Important Information

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

Before You Start

Safety Instructions

WARNING:

To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the bathroom, swimming pool, etc.

Always store your phone away from heat.

phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than 32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage and/or catastrophic failure.

Be careful when using your phone near other electronic devices.

mobile phone may affect nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.

Never store your

RF emissions from your

For Your Safety

Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station. Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will cause the battery to explode.

Safety Information

Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this user guide.

•

Never use an unapproved

battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to explode.

•

Never place your phone in

a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.

•

Do not dispose of your battery

by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.

•

Make sure that no sharp-

edged items come into contact with 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 as rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.

•

Unplug the power cord and

charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.

•

When riding in a car, do not

leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may be seriously 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 direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a bathroom.

•

Never store your phone in

temperatures less than- 4°F or greater than 122°F.

•

Do not use harsh chemicals

(such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is a risk of this causing a fire.

•

Do not drop, strike, or shake

your phone severely. Such actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.

•

Do not use your phone in high

explosive areas as the phone may 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 cause a fire or electric shock.

•

Do not place any heavy items

on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or electric shock.

•

Do not handle the phone with

wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your phone.

•

Do not disassemble the phone.

• Do not place or answer calls

while charging the phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or fire.

•

Only use the batteries,

antennas, and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers.

For Your Safety

•

Only authorized personnel

should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.

•

Do not hold or let the antenna

come in contact with your body during a call.

•

An emergency call can be

made only within a service area. For an emergency call, make sure that you are within a service area and that the phone is turned on.

• Use accessories, such as

earphones and headsets, with caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.

Memory card information and care

•

Always insert/ remove the

memory card while the handset power is off. If you remove it while the power is on, it may be damaged.

•

If a damage cannot be fixed,

format the memory card.

•

The memory card cannot be

used for recording copyright protected data.

•

Do not write forcefully on the

memo area.

•

Carry and store the memory

card in its case.

•

Do not allow the memory card

to get wet.

•

Do not leave the memory card

in extremely hot location.

•

Do not disassemble or modify

the memory card.

FCC RF Exposure Information

WARNING:

Read this information before operating the phone.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies.

The design of this phone complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards.

CAUTION

Use only the supplied and approved antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or result in violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with skin, a minor burn may result. Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna.

Body-worn Operation

This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 2cm (0.79 inches) between the user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 2cm (0.79 inches) must be maintained between the user's body and the back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips,

For Your Safety

holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used.

Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 2cm (0.79 inches) separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical bodyworn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.

Vehicle Mounted External Antenna (optional, if available)

A minimum separation distance of 20cm (8 inches) must be maintained between the user/bystander and the vehicle mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements. For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC website at www. fcc.gov

FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance

This device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device and its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that may 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 your local wireless carrier for recycling.

•

Do not dispose in fire or with

hazardous or flammable materials.

Adapter (Charger) Cautions

•

Using the wrong battery

charger could damage your phone and void your warranty.

•

The adapter or battery charger

is intended for indoor use only.

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

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.

•

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 attempting to cross the street.

Safety Guidelines

TIA Safety Information

Provided herein is the complete TIA Safety Information for Wireless Handheld phones. Inclusion of the text covering Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other Medical Devices is required in the owner’s manual for CTIA Certification. Use of the remaining TIA language is encouraged when appropriate.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal

Your wireless handheld portable telephone is a lowpower radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.

In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones.

Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies:

ANSI C95.1 (1992) * NCRP Report 86 (1986) ICNIRP (1996) Those standards were based

on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For example, over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).

* American National Standards

Institute; National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements; International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards).

Antenna Care

Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations.

Phone Operation

NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.

Tips on Efficient Operation

For your phone to operate most efficiently:

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Do not touch the antenna

unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.

Driving

Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving, please:

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Give full attention to driving -

driving safely is your first responsibility;

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Use hands-free operation, if

available;

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Pull off the road and park

before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.

Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.

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Pacemakers

The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6’) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers:

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Should ALWAYS keep the

phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON;

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Should not carry the phone in

a breast pocket.

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Should use the ear opposite

the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.

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If you have any reason to

suspect that interference is taking place, turn your phone OFF immediately.

Hearing Aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

Health Care Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.

You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

Posted Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices so require.

Aircraft

FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. Turn your phone OFF before boarding an aircraft.

Blasting Areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when in a ‘blasting areas or in areas posted: ‘Turn off twoway radio’. Obey all signs and instructions.

Potentially Explosive Atmosphere

Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, marked clearly.

Potential areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline stations); below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where

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the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.

For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag

An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.

Safety Information

Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Also, keep the user guide in an accessible place at all the times after reading it.

Charger and Adapter Safety

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The charger and adapter are

intended for indoor use only.

Battery Information and Care

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Please dispose of your battery

properly or take it to your local wireless carrier for recycling.

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The battery does not need

to be fully discharged before recharging.

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Use only LG-approved

chargers specific to your phone model since they are designed to maximize battery life.

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Do not disassemble or impact

the battery as it may cause electric shock, short-circuit, and fire. Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.

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Keep the battery’s metal

contacts clean.

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Replace the battery when it

no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery can be recharged several hundred times before replacement.

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Recharge the battery after

long periods of non-use to maximize battery life.

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Battery life will vary due

to usage patterns and environmental conditions.

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Use of extended backlighting,

MEdia Net Browsing, and data connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby times.

• The self-protection function of

the battery cuts the power of the phone when its operation is in an abnormal state. In this case, remove the battery from the phone, reinstall it, and turn the phone on.

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Actual battery life will depend

on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.

Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards

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Do not put your phone in a

place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources.

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Unplug the power cord prior

to cleaning your phone, and clean the power plug pin when it is dirty.

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When using the power

plug, ensure that it is firmly connected. If it is not, it may cause excessive heat or fire.

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If you put your phone in

a pocket or bag without covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug pin), metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle when not in use.

Safety Guidelines

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Do not short-circuit the battery.

Metallic articles such as a coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may shortcircuit the + and – terminals of the battery (metal strips on the battery) upon moving. Short-circuit of the terminal may damage the battery and cause an explosion.

General Notice

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Using a damaged battery or

placing a battery in your mouth may cause serious injury.

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Do not place items containing

magnetic components such as a credit card, phone card, bank book or subway ticket near your phone. The magnetism of the phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic strip.

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Talking on your phone for

a long period of time may reduce call quality due to heat generated during use.

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When the phone is not used

for a long period time, store it in a safe place with the power cord unplugged.

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Using the phone in proximity to

receiving equipment (i.e., TV or radio) may cause interference to the phone.

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Do not use the phone if the

antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Centre to replace the damaged antenna.

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Do not immerse your phone

in water. If this happens, turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Centre.

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Do not paint your phone.

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The data saved in your phone

might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the phone, or upgrade of the software. Please backup your important phone numbers.

(Ring tones, text messages, voice messages, pictures, and videos could also be deleted.) The manufacturer is not liable for damage due to the loss of data.

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When you use the phone in

public places, set the ring tone to vibration so as not to disturb others.

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Do not turn your phone on or

off when putting it in your ear.

FDA Consumer Update

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Centre for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones.

1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?

The available scientific

evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones

are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They also emit very low levels of RF when in the standby mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results.

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2. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of wireless phones?

Under the law, the FDA does

not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radio frequency energy (RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, the FDA could require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health hazard and to repair, replace, or recall the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.

Although the existing scientific

data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following:

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Support needed research

into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;

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Design wireless phones in a

way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and

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Cooperate in providing users

of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health. The FDA belongs to an interagency working group of the federal agencies that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level. The following agencies belong to this working group:

• National Institute for

Occupational Safety and Health

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Environmental Protection

Agency

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Occupational Safety and

Health Administration (Administración de la seguridad y salud laborales)

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Occupational Safety and

Health Administration

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National Telecommunications

and Information Administration

The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities, as well.

The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure. The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones.

The FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone

networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the subject of the safety questions discussed in this document.

3. What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?

The term ‘wireless phone’

refers here to handheld wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called ‘cell’, ‘mobile’, or ‘PCS’ phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radiofrequency energy (RF) because of the short distance between the phone and the user’s head. These RF exposures are limited by FCC safety guidelines that were developed with the advice of the FDA and other federal health and

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safety agencies. When the phone is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called ‘cordless phones,’ which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produce RF exposures far below the FCC safety limits.

4. What are the results of the research done already?

The research done thus far

has produced conflicting results, and many studies have suffered from flaws in their research methods. Animal experiments investigating the effects of radiofrequency energy (RF) exposures characteristic of wireless phones have yielded conflicting

results that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as to be predisposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones, so we don’t know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health. Three large epidemiology studies have been published since December 2000. Between them, the studies investigated

any possible association between the use of wireless phones and primary brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland, leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects from wireless phone RF exposures.

However, none of the studies

can answer questions about longterm exposures, since the average period of phone use in these studies was around three years.

5. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk?

A combination of laboratory

studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies could be

completed in a few years. However, very large numbers of animals would be needed to provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if one exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly applicable to human populations, but 10 or more years follow-up may be needed to provide answers about some health effects, such as cancer. This is because the interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-causing agent and the time tumors develop - if they do may be many, many years. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the phone is held, or which model of phone is used.

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