LG LG235 Owner’s Manual [in]

Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.

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Contents
Introduction....................................	5
Getting to Know Your Phone....	6
Installing the UIM and battery..10
Memory card...............................	12
The Basics......................................	13
Turning the Phone On and Off.......	13
Making a Call.........................................	13
Answering a Call..................................	13
Flight Mode...........................................	13
Entering Text.........................................	16
Typing In Abc (Multi-tap) Mode....	16
Typing In T9En(T9) Mode.............	16
Typing In Hinglish Mode..............	16
123 (Numbers) Mode....................	17
To enter Symbols/ Emoticons.....	17
PC Sync....................................................	17
Menu map....................................	18
Call manager................................	20
1.1 Call history......................................	20
1.1.1 Received calls.........................	20
1.1.2 Dialled calls.............................	20
1.1.3 Missed calls.............................	20
1.1.4 Numeric memos...................	20
1.1.5 All calls......................................	20
1.2 Call duration...................................	20
2 1.3 Call reject.........................................	20
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1.4 Call forward....................................	20
1.5 Call waiting.....................................	21
1.6 Call settings....................................	21
1.6.1 Answer mode.........................	21
1.6.2 Call/Speaker volume...........	21
1.6.3 Connection alert...................	21
1.6.4 Minute minder......................	21
1.6.5 Edit SMS on call rej...............	21
1.6.6 Int’l call prefix........................	21
Contacts........................................	22
2.1 Add new...........................................	22
2.2 Search...............................................	22
2.3 Speed dials......................................	22
2.4 Group manager.............................	22
2.5 Own number..................................	22
2.6 Copy & move..................................	22
2.7 Contacts settings..........................	23
2.7.1 Memory in use.......................	23
2.7.2 Show image............................	23
2.7.3 Search type.............................	23
Messages.......................................	23
3.1 Write message...............................	23
3.1.1 Write SMS ...............................	23
3.1.2 Write MMS...............................	24
3.2 Inbox.................................................	25
3.3 Outbox.............................................	27
3.4 Drafts................................................	28
3.5 Archive in UIM...............................	28

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3.6 WAP message.................................	28
3.7 Voice..................................................	28
3.8 Templates........................................	29
3.9 Delete message.............................	29
3.0 Spam message..............................	29
3.0.1 Spam msgbox........................	29
3.0.2 Spam number........................	29
3.0.3 Spam string............................	29
3.0.4 Spam settings........................	29
3.0.5 Clear spam box......................	29
3.* Message settings..........................	29
Display...........................................	30
4.1 Home screen..................................	30
4.1.1 Wallpaper................................	30
4.1.2 Flash Wallpaper.....................	30
4.1.3 Incoming call.........................	30
4.1.4 Clock & calendar...................	30
4.1.5 Standby text...........................	30
4.2 Font size...........................................	30
4.3 Dialling number............................	30
4.4 Menu style......................................	30
4.5 Backlight..........................................	30
4.6 Power save mode.........................	31
4.7 Notification box............................	31
4.8 Date & Time format......................	31
Internet..........................................	31
5.1 Application.....................................	31
5.2 Browser............................................	31
5.3 SNS bookmarks.............................	32

5.4 UTK....................................................

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Sound.............................................	33
6.1 Alert type.........................................	33
6.2 Ring tone.........................................	33
6.3 Message tone.................................	33
6.4 Effect tone.......................................	33
6.5 System tone....................................	33

My stuff..........................................	33
Supported file types...........................	33
Multimedia...................................	34
8.1 Camera.............................................	34
8.1.1 Take pictures .........................	34
8.1.2 Take movies............................	34
8.1.3 My photo gallery .................	35
8.1.4 My movie gallery..................	35
8.1.5 Slide show...............................	36
8.1.6 Photo editor...........................	36
8.1.7 Reset settings.........................	36
8.2 MP3....................................................	37
8.2.1 MP3 player..............................	37
8.2.2 My playlist...............................	37
8.3 FM Radio..........................................	37
8.3.1 Listen To Radio .....................	37
8.3.2 Listen to records ..................	37
8.4 Voice recorder................................	37
8.4.1 Record new.............................	37
8.4.2 Voice records..........................	38
8.4.3 Recorder settings.................	38	3

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Contents

	Organizer......................................	38
	9.1 Scheduler........................................	38
	9.2 Indian Calendar.............................	38
	9.3 To do..................................................	39
	9.4 Memo................................................	39
	9.5 D-day................................................	39
	Games............................................	39
	Tools................................................	40
	0.1 Bluetooth.........................................	40
	0.1.1 Turn on/off..............................	40
	0.1.2 Search new device...............	40
	0.1.3 Paired devices........................	41
	0.1.4 My visibility.............................	41
	0.1.5 Settings ...................................	41
	0.2 Alarm.................................................	42
	0.3 Calculator........................................	42
	0.4 Unit converter................................	42
	0.5 World time......................................	42
	0.6 Stop watch......................................	42
	0.7 Timer.................................................	42
	0.8 USB connection mode................	42
	Settings..........................................	43
	#.1 Shortkey...........................................	43
	#.2 Security............................................	43
	#.2.1 PIN code request..................	43
	#.2.2 Phone lock .............................	43
	#.2.3 Auto key lock..........................	43
4	#.2.4 Application lock....................	43

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#.2.5 Emergency number.............	43
#.2.6 Change codes........................	43
#.2.7 Anti Theft Mobile Tracker...	44
#.3 Memory status...............................	45
#.4 Flight mode....................................	45
#.5 Browser setting.............................	45
#.6 Handset information...................	45
#.7 Reset..................................................	45
#.7.1 Clear memory........................	45
#.7.2 Factory reset...........................	45
Functions used during a call......	46
Accessories...................................	47
Trouble Shooting.......................	48
TIA Safety Information.............	50
Safety Information.....................	53
Warning! Important safety
information..................................	56
10 Driver Safety Tips..................	57
Consumer Information on SAR
(Specific Absorption Rate)...	59

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the LG235 Cellular phone that has been designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology, Code Division Multiple

Access (CDMA). The CDMA system has greatly enhanced voice clarity and can provide various types of advanced features.

This is an advanced and compact phone which has diverse features as follows:

•2M Camera with Digital Zoom

•MP3 Player/ FM Radio/ FM Recording

•Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR

•Expandable memory up to 4GB

•Large, easy-to-read, 7 lines display + 1 Icon Line + 1 Menu Line

•Keypad: 10 Alphanumeric keys/ 2 Function keys/ 2 Soft keys/

4 Navigation and 1 OK key/

1 Call key/ 1 End key

•Long battery stand-by and talk time

•Messaging, Voice Mail and Caller ID

•MessagesBackup/RestoreFeature

•Various ring tone selection from 30 default ring tone + Brew downloadable ring tones + MP3

+Voice Records + FM Records

•Various Wallpapers from 21 defaults

+Brew downloadable images/ animation + Photos taken by phone camera

•Menu-driven interface with prompt for easy operation and configuration

•Any Key Answer, Speed Dial up to 9 memory locations

•Optional accessories with greater convenience and enhanced functionality

•Application download, Games, In Call Memo

•Flight Mode

•SMS, LMS, MMS

•SMS on call reject

•Anti Theft Mobile Tracker

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Getting to Know Your Phone

Caution: Placing a heavy object on your mobile phone or keeping it in your pocket may affect the functions of its LCD display.

Earpiece

Display Screen

4 Way

Navigation Key

+ OK Key

•UpNavigationKey

•DownNavigationKey

•LeftNavigationKey

•RightNavigationKey

•OKKey

Left Soft Key

CALL Key

Vibrate Mode Key

Microphone

Right Soft Key

END/ Power Key

Alphanumeric

Keypad

International Call

Prefix Key

Key Guard Key

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Display Screen

Displays messages & indicator icons.

Soft Keys

The name of the functions, of these keys appear on the bottom of the screen.

•LeftSoftKey

Used to acess menu in Idle Screen.

•Right Soft Key/ Clear

Used to search phonebook and clear a single space or character. Go to previous menu. Send SMS on call reject during an incoming call.

CALL Key

Allows user to place or answer calls. See and redial from call history.

END/ Power Key

Used to turn power On/ Off and to end a call. Using this key, you can return to the main menu display screen. When you press once, when a call is received, the phone stops ringing or vibrating depending on the mode it is in. Press twice to reject the call.

Alphanumeric Keypad

These keys enable you to enter numbers and characters and choose menu items.

4WayNavigationKey

Each navigation key allows quick access to the followings:

Messages

FM Radio

Application

Indian calendar

OK Key

Accepts the highlighted choice when navigating through a menu.

Press to access Mobile Internet in idle screen. In call, press to record the call conversation.

Vibrate Mode Key

In standby mode, set the vibrate mode by pressing and holding the key about 2 seconds.

Key Guard Key

In standby mode, press and hold to lock/ unlock the keypad.

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Getting to Know Your Phone

Headset Jack

USB Port

microSD Card Slot

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Camera Lens

UIM Card Slot

Battery

Battery

Compartment

Cover

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Installing the UIM and battery

1 Removing battery compartment

cover

As shown in the figure below, remove the battery compartment cover.

3 Installing UIM card

Insert the UIM card into the UIM card slot. Ensure that the golden contact area faces downwards.

2 Removing battery

Lift the battery bottom and take it out from the battery compartment.

Caution: Do not take out the battery when your mobile phone is powered on to avoid damaging your mobile phone.

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4Installing battery

Insert the battery top into the top of the battery compartment. Ensure that the battery contact point aligns with the top of the battery compartment. Press the battery bottom until the battery clicks into place.

5Installing battery compartment cover

Slide the battery compartment cover along the bottom of your mobile phone until it clicks into place.

6Charging

Open the cover of the charger slot on the side of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into a mains electricity socket. When the battery is fully charged, the battery icon on top of the screen will blink.

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Memory card

Installing memory card

Using a memory card can expand the available storage space of your mobile phone.

To insert a memory card, insert it into the card slot until it clicks into place. Ensure that the golden contact area faces downwords, as shown in the figure.

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The Basics

Turning the Phone On and

Off

1Install a charged battery pack or connect the phone to an external power source such as the AC adaptor.

2Hold down for 2 seconds until the LCD screen flashes.

Note: As any other communication device, avoid any unnecessary contact with the antenna while your phone is turned on.

Making a Call

1Make sure that the phone is turned on.

2Type the phone number and then press .

•If the phone is locked,

press [Unlock] and type the 4 digit lock code.

3To end the call, press .

Answering a Call

1When the phone rings or vibrate

press any key (except ) or depending on the Call setting.

•When you press once, when a call is incoming, the phone stops ringing or vibrating depending on

the mode it is in. Press twice to reject the call.

•If you are not in the condition to receive call, press Right Soft Key to send predefined SMS on Call Reject to the caller during incoming call.

2Press to end the call

Flight Mode

When your phone is in Flight Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online information. You may use the phone’s other features, such as Game, Scheduler, Memo, etc. When

Flight Mode is enabled, The message is displayed on the screen“Flight Mode”.

1	In standby mode, press			[Menu]
	>	>	.
2	Select Enable or Disable and press
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The Basics

Status Bar

The status bar displays various icons to indicate such information as signal strength, new message, battery level, and the use of Bluetooth®.

The table below lists the meanings of various icons on the status bar.

Icon	Description
	EVDO Antenna RSSI
	(indicated by the number of
	segments)
	CDMA Antenna RSSI
	(indicated by the number of
	segments)
	Flight Mode
	In use. A call is in progress.
	* No icon indicates the phone
	is in standby mode.
	No service. The phone is not
	receiving a system signal.
	Roaming mode
	Roaming Calling
	Internet connected

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Icon	Description
	Calls are diverted.
	Connected to SSL security
	web site.
	Downloading
	Uploading
	WAP push message
	You have a new SMS
	message.
	SMS Inbox is full.
	You have a new MMS
	message.
	MMS Inbox is full.
	Silent mode
	Vibrate Only mode
	In Power mode
	In User mode-Ring
	In User mode-Silent

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Icon	Description		Icon	Description
	In User mode-Vibrate			Indicates that the phone
				is visible in Bluetooth
	In User mode-Ring & vibrate			connectivity.
				Charge level. Indicates battery
	Alarm mode
				charge level.
	Calendar mode
	microSD card is inserted.
	An error in the microSD card
	BGM Play mode
	BGM Pause mode
	Indicates that a mono
	Bluetooth® headset is
	connected.
	Indicates that Music is being
	transferred to another party
	via Bluetooth®.
	Indicates that Bluetooth® is
	activated.
	Indicates that data is being
	transferred via Bluetooth®.

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The Basics

Entering Text

In the text input field, press

[Options] and select Text mode. You can select one from English, T9English, Hinglish.

•Shift key ( ): Changes the letter case.

•Next key ( ): In T9En mode, press to display other matching words.

•Space key (): Add a space.

Typing In Abc (Multi-tap) Mode

For example, to type “LG”, follow these steps:

1 Press [Options], select Text mode, then press key to change letter case to Abc mode.

2Press two times key to change to ABC Caps Lock mode.

3Press: .

4Display: LG.

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Typing In T9En(T9) Mode

For example, to write “Call the office”, follow these steps:

1 Press [Options], select Text mode, then press key to change letter case to T9En mode.

2 Press: .

3Press: key to complete the word and add a space.

4Press:

.

5 Display: Call the office.

Typing In Hinglish Mode

For example, to write “Mera Naam”, follow these steps:

1 Press [Options], select Text mode, then press key for Hinglish mode.

2 Press: .

3Press: key to complete the word and add a space.

4Press:

.

5 Display: Mera Naam

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Note: To move the cursor left/ right and up/down, first press / key then press / key.

123 (Numbers) Mode

Type numbers using one keystroke per number.

To change to 123 mode in a text entry field, press repeatedly until you see [123] on the right top of the screen.

To enter Symbols/ Emoticons

In a text entry field, press

[Options], select Insert > Symbol or Emoticon.

Press Up and Down Navigation Key to cycle through the desired items.

To select item, press the assigned number key.

PC Sync

You can synchronise your PC with your phone to make sure all your important details and dates match. You can also backup your files to put your mind at ease.

Before connecting your phone and PC, you need to install Mobile Sync on your computer.

1Insert the supplied CD into your PC.

2Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the Mobile Sync Installer wizard.

3Once installation is complete, the Mobile Sync icon will appear on your computer.

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Menu map

Press Menu in standby mode to launch menus. To select a menu, highlight the menu using the navigation key and press .

You may also select a menu by directly pressing the corresponding number keys as follows.

1 Call manager

1.1Call history

1.2Call duration

1.3Call reject

1.4Call forward

1.5Call waiting

1.6Call settings

2Contacts

2.1Add new

2.2Search

2.3Speed dials

2.4Group manager

2.5Own number

2.6Copy & move

2.7Contacts settings

3Messages

3.1Write message

3.2Inbox

3.3Outbox

3.4Drafts

3.5Archive in UIM

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3.6 WAP message	6 Sound
3.7 Voice	6.1 Alert type
3.8 Templates	6.2 Ring tone
3.9 Delete message	6.3 Message tone
3.0 Spam message	6.4 Effect tone
3.* Message settings	6.5 System tone

	4 Display	7 My stuff
	4.1 Home screen	7.1 Images
	4.2 Font size	7.2 Movies
	4.3 Dialling number	7.3 Sounds
	4.4 Menu style	7.4 VCards
	4.5 Backlight	7.5 External memory
	4.6 Power save mode	7.6 Memory status
	4.7 Notification box	8 Multimedia
	4.8 Date & Time format
	5 Internet	8.1 Camera
		8.2 MP3
	5.1 Application
		8.3 FM Radio
	5.2 Browser	8.4 Voice recorder
	5.3 SNS bookmarks
	5.4 UTK

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9Organizer

9.1Scheduler

9.2Indian calendar

9.3To do

9.4Memo

9.5D-day

* Games

0Tools

0.1Bluetooth

0.2Alarm

0.3Calculator

0.4Unit converter

0.5World time

0.6Stop watch

0.7Timer

0.8USB connection mode

#Settings

#.1 Shortkey #.2 Security

#.3 Memory status #.4 Flight mode #.5 Browser setting #.6 Handset

information #.7 Reset

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Call manager

1.1 Call history

1.1.1 Received calls

Allows you to view list of all Received Calls.

1.1.2 Dialled calls

Allows you to view list of all Dialled Calls.

1.1.3 Missed calls

Allows you to view list of all Missed Calls.

Note: More than 60 numbers are possible including Missed, Received and Dialled.

1.1.4 Numeric memos

Save the phone numbers taken during a call and view the list of numbers present in Numeric memos.

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1.1.5 All calls

View the duration and number of recent calls you have dialled and received. Also reset the time counter.

1.2 Call duration

View the duration and number of recent calls you have dialled and received. Also reset the time counter.

1.3 Call reject

You can set the phone numbers and groups to be rejected. You are required to enter the security code. (The default security code is 0000.) After entering numbers or/ and groups to reject calls made from, select the reject type between Drop call and Silent.

1.4 Call forward

Call forward lets you forward all your incoming calls to another number or Voice Mail connection.

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1.5 Call waiting

While a call is in progress, you may hear two beeps indicating another incoming call. When call waiting is enabled, you may put the active call on hold while you answer the other incoming call.

1.6 Call settings

1.6.1 Answer mode

Select how to answer incoming calls:

Any key, Only send key.

1.6.2Call/Speaker volume

Set the Call and Speaker volume.

1.6.3Connection alert

Select whether to alert you each time the call connection is established.

1.6.4 Minute minder

Select whether to alert you each minute during a call.

1.6.5 Edit SMS on call rej.

Edit the message, which you want to send during the call reject and press

[Save].

1.6.6 Int’l call prefix

You can make a international call by using ‘+’code as international prefix during idle number editing. If user input ‘+’code during idle number editing and press send key, ‘+’code is changed to user-defined international prefix. Press and hold , ‘#’is changed ‘+’.

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