LG LGT500 User guide [en,fr]
LG-T500 User Guide - English
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
P/N: MFL67202010 (1.1)
Using your touch screen
Touch screen tips
•To select an item, touch the centre of the icon.
•Do not press too hard. The touchscreen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, firm touch.
•Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you require. Be careful not to touch any other keys.
•Whenever your LG-T500 is not in use, it will return to the lock screen.
Control the touch screen
The controls on the LG-T500 touch screen change dynamically depending on the task you are carrying out.
Calls
Making a Call
1 Touch |
to open the keypad. |
2Key in the number using the keypad.
3Touch
to initiate the call.
TIP! To enter + for making an international call, press and hold 0 + .
Press the power key to lock the touchscreen to prevent calls being made by mistake.
Making a call from your contacts
1 From the home screen touch |
to open the |
Contacts. |
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2Tap the Name field box on the top of the screen and enter the first few letters of the contact you would like to call using the keypad.
Installing the SIM card and the handset battery
Installing the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others.
Important!
The plug-in SIM card and its contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all SIM
cards out of the reach of small children.
Illustrations
Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery.
1Remove the back cover.
2Lift battery away.
3Insert the SIM card.
4Insert the battery pack.
5Attach the back cover.
6Charge the battery.
3From the filtered list, touch the Call icon next to the contact you want to call. The call will use the default number if there is more than one for that contact.
4Or, you can touch the contact name and select the number to use if there is more than one for that contact to use. You can also touch 
to initiate the call to the default number.
Answering and rejecting a call
When your phone rings, press 
key to answer the call.
To mute the ringing, touch on Silent tab in alerting screen. This is useful if you forgot to change your profile to Silent for a meeting. Touch on Reject tab to reject an incoming call in alerting screen.
Changing the common call setting
1Touch Call settings in the Settings menu.
2Scroll and touch Common settings.
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•Call reject - Slide the switch left for ON. You can touch the Reject list to choose All calls, Contacts, Groups, All unknown callers and All unknown numbers.
•Send my number - Choose whether to display your number on an outgoing call.
•Auto-redial - Slide the switch left for ON or right for OFF.
•Answer mode
Press send key: Allows you to only answer an incoming call by pressing the 
key.
Press any key: Allows you to answer an incoming call by pressing any key, except the 
key.
•Minute minder - Slide the switch left to ON to hear a tone every minute during a call.
•BT answer mode - Select Handsfree to be able to answer a call using a Bluetooth headset, or select Handset to press a handset key to answer a call.
•Save new number - Select ON or OFF to save a new number.
Messaging
Your LG-T500 combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive and easy-to-use menu.
Sending a message
1Touch Messages in menu and touch Write message to begin composing a new message.
2Touch Insert to add an image, video, sound, template and so on.
3Touch To at the top of the screen to enter the
recipients. Then enter the number or touch to select a contact. You can even add multiple contacts.
4 Touch Send when ready.
WARNING: If an image, video or sound is added to an SMS it will be automatically converted to an MMS and you will be charged accordingly.
Entering Text
You can choose your input method by tapping |
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Input method. |
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Touch |
to turn on T9 mode. This icon is only shown |
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when you choose Keypad as the input method. |
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Touch to |
change between numbers, symbols and |
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text input. |
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Use Shift key to change between capital or lowercase input.
Handwriting recognition
In Handwriting mode you simply write on the screen and your LG-T500 will convert your handwriting into your message.
Setting up your email
Touch E-mail in Application screen.
If the email account is not set up, start the email set up wizard and finish it.
You can check and edit settings also you can check the additional settings that were filled in automatically when you created the account.
Camera
Taking a quick photo
1Touch Camera menu.
2When the camera has focused on your subject, touch
the |
on the right-center of the screen to take a |
photo.
TIP: To switch to the camera mode or video mode, slide up/down the camera or video icon on the centre-right of the viewfinder.
After taking a photo
Your captured photo will appear on the screen. The following options are available.
Touch .
Upload - Touch to upload the photo.
Send - Touch to send the photo as a Message, Email or via Bluetooth.
Set as - Touch to set as Homescreen wallpaper, Lockscreen wallpaper, Contacts image.
Edit - Touch to edit the photo. Touch to delete the image.
Touch to take another photo immediately. Touch to view a gallery of your saved photos.
Changing your text message settings
Touch Messages and touch Settings. Select Text message.
Text message centre - Enter the details of your message centre.
Delivery report - Slide the switch left to receive confirmation that your messages have been delivered.
Validity period - Choose how long your messages are stored at the message centre.
Message types - Convert your text into Text, Voice, Fax, X.400 or E-mail.
Character encoding - Choose how your characters are encoded. This impacts the size of your messages and therefore data charges.
Send long text as - Choose to send long messages as
Multiple SMS or as an MMS.
Using the advanced settings
From the viewfinder, touch |
to open all advanced |
settings options. |
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After selecting the option, touch the OK button. Size - Change the size of the photo to save memory
White balance - Choose between Auto, Incandescent, Sunny, Fluorescent, and Cloudy.
Colour effect - Choose a colour tone for your new photo.
Continuous shot - Position the subject in the viewfinder, then press the capture button as if taking a normal photo. The camera will take shots in quick succession.
Self-timer - The self-timer allows you to set a delay after the shutter is pressed. Select Off, 3 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds. This is ideal if you want to be included in a photo.
Night mode - Useful to user in dark places.
Select storage - Choose whether to save your photos to the Handset memory or to the External memory.
Changing your multimedia message settings
Touch Messages and, touch Settings and Multimedia message.
Retrieval mode - Choose between Home network or Roaming network. If you then choose Manual you will receive only notifications of MMS and you can then decide whether to download them in full.
Delivery report - Choose to request and/or allow a delivery report.
Read receipt - Choose to request and/or allow a reply. Priority - Choose the priority level of your MMS.
Validity period - Choose how long your message is stored at the message centre.
Slide duration - Choose how long your slides appear on the screen.
Show captured image - Choose On to check the picture you took right away.
Shutter sound - Select shutter sound on/off.
Reset settings - Restore all camera default settings.
Video camera
Making a quick video
To switch to the camera mode or video mode, slide up/down the camera or video icon on the right centre of the viewfinder.
1Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards the subject of the video.
2 Press the red dot |
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REC will appear at the bottom of the viewfinder with a timer at the bottom showing the length of the video.
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To pause the video, touch |
and resume by |
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selecting |
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Touch |
on screen to stop video recording. |
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Phone Components
Earpiece
Call key
Dials a phone number and answers incoming calls.
Back key
Go back to a previous screen.
End key
Volume keys
•When the screen is at the Home screen: Ring tone and touch tone volume.
•During a call: Earpiece volume.
•Down volume key: Press and hold to activate/ deactivate Silent mode.
Power/Lock key
•Short press to turn on/off the screen.
•Long press for power on/off.
Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector
Contacts
Searching for a contact
1Touch Contacts.
2You see a list of contacts. Typing in the first letter of a contact’s name in the Name field will jump the menu to that alphabetical area of the list.
Adding a new contact
1Touch Contacts and touch Add.
2Choose whether to save the contact to your Internal memory or SIM.
3Enter your first and last name.
4You can enter up to five different numbers per contact.
5Add an email addresses. You can enter up to two different email addresses per contact.
6Assign the contact to one or more groups.
7Touch Save to save the contact.
Unsupported attachment - Choose whether the unsupported attachment is restricted or not.
Delivery time - Choose how long to wait before a message is delivered.
MMS centre - Choose one from the list or add a new message centre.
Social network services (SNS)
Your LG-T500 has SNS that lets you enjoy and manage your social network.
NOTE: SNS feature is a data intensive application. An additional costs may be incurred when connecting and using online services. Check your data charges with your network provider.
After making a video
A still image representing your captured video will appear on the screen. The name of the video runs along the bottom of the screen together with icons down the left and right sides .
Touch to play the video.
The following options are available. Touch .
Send - Touch to send the video as a Message, Email or via Bluetooth.
Touch to delete the video you have just made and confirm by touching Yes. The viewfinder will reappear.
Touch to shoot another video immediately. Your current video will be saved.
Touch to view a gallery of saved videos and images.
Changing your contact settings
You can adapt your contact settings so that your Contacts suits your own preferences.
Touch Options key |
and touch Settings. |
•Display name - Choose whether to display the first or last name of a contact first.
•Contacts view - Choose whether to display Name or
Name & number.
•Copy - Copy your contacts from your SIM to Internal memory, or vice versa.
•Move - This works in the same way as Copy, but the contact is stored at the new location only. Therefore, once a contact is moved from the SIM to the Internal memory it will be deleted from the SIM memory.
•Send all contacts via Bluetooth - Sends all contacts to other handset via Bluetooth.
•Back up contacts/ Restore contacts - Save or restore the contacts data to the other storage.
•Delete all contacts - Delete all your contacts. Touch Yes if you are sure you want to delete all your contacts.
Facebook (Continued SNS)
Home: Log in and you will see your friend’s updated status. Input your comment about new status or check others.
Profile: You can select the Wall > Status updates and write the current status. See your info detail and upload the photo by touching Album > Upload Photo.
Friends: Search your friends in facebook by selecting Search tap.
Message: You can see the Inbox/Sent folder, and write a SN message.
Using the advanced settings
From the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced settings options. You can change the video camera setting after selecting the option, touch the OK button.
Colour Effect - Choose a colour tone to use for your new view.
White balance - The white 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 between
Auto, Incandescent, Sunny, Fluorescent, and Cloudy.
Duration - Set a duration limit for your video. Choose between Normal and MMS to limit the maximum size to send as an MMS message.
Select storage - Choose whether to save your videos to the Handset memory or to the External memory.
Reset settings - Reset all the video camera settings.
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Music
To access the music player, touch Music. From here, you can access a number of folders:
Recently played - Plays the songs you have played recently.
All tracks - Contains the songs you have on your phone except the pre-loaded default music.
Artists - Browse through your music collection by artist.
Albums - Browse through your music collection by album.
Genres - Browse through your music collection by genre.
Playlists - Contains all the playlists you have created. Shuffle tracks - Play your tracks in a random order.
Changing your phone settings
Use the freedom of adapting the LG-T500 to your own preferences. From the home screen, select and touch Settings then scroll to Device settings.
Changing your connectivity settings
Your connectivity settings have already been set up by your network operator, so you can enjoy your new phone immediately. To change any settings, use this menu: Touch Connectivity.
Sending and receiving your files using Bluetooth
To send a file:
1Open the file you want to send, typically this will be a photo, video or music file.
2Choose Send via. Choose Bluetooth.
3If you have already paired the Bluetooth device, your LG-T500 will not automatically search for other Bluetooth devices. If not, your LG-T500 will search for other Bluetooth enabled devices within range.
•Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your phone.
•Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard.
•Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol).
•Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings.
•The phone should be charged in a well-ventilated area.
•Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.
•Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.
•Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the phone.
•Do not expose the phone to liquid, moisture or humidity.
Battery information and care
•You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery’s performance.
•Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the battery life.
•Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.
•Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.
•Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.
•Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability.
•Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.
•Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, this may deteriorate the battery performance.
•There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Transferring music onto your phone
The easiest way to transfer music onto your phone is via Bluetooth or the data cable.
To transfer music using Bluetooth:
1Make sure both devices have Bluetooth switched on and are connected to each other.
2Select the music file on the other device and select send via Bluetooth.
3When the file is sent, you will have to accept it on your phone by touching Yes.
4The file should appear in Music > All tracks.
4Choose the device you want to send the file to.
5Your file will be sent.
To receive a file:
1To receive files, your Bluetooth must be both ON and
Visible. See Changing your Bluetooth settings below for more information.
2A message will prompt you to accept the file from the sender. Touch Yes to receive the file.
3You will see where the file has been saved. For image files, you can choose to View the file. Files will usually be saved to the appropriate folder in My stuff.
TIP!
1When you use a Bluetooth headset , A2DP and AVRCP profiles are not supported while you play video. It means you will not listen video sound if you use Bluetooth headset.
2Bluetooth file transferring function will be blocked under some applications running. (Voice call, Camera/Camcorder, MusicPlayer, UMS/PCSync)
•Use accessories like earphones cautiously. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
•Do not use the phone or accessories in places with high humidity such as pools, greenhouses, solariums or tropical environments, it may cause damage to the phone and invalidation of warranty.
Efficient phone operation
Electronic devices
•Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, i.e. in your breast pocket.
•Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.
•Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.
•Dispose off used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.
•If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.
•|Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.
•Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.
Managing files
You can store multimedia files in your phone’s memory so you have easy access to all your pictures, sounds, videos and games. You can also save your files to a memory card. Using a memory card allows you to free up space in your phone’s memory.
By touching My stuff, you can open a list of the folders that store all your multimedia files.
Games and Applications
You can download new games and applications to your phone to keep you enjoy.
Changing your Bluetooth settings:
Touch Bluetooth then select Options and choose
Settings.
Pairing with another Bluetooth device
By pairing your LG-T500 and another device, you can set up a passcode protected connection.
1Check that your Bluetooth is ON and Visible. You can change your visibility in the Settings menu.
2Touch Search.
3Your LG-T500 will search for devices. When the search is completed, Refresh will appear on screen.
4Choose the device you want to pair with and enter the passcode, then touch OK.
5Your phone will then connect to the other device, on which you will need to enter the same passcode.
6Your passcode protected Bluetooth connection is now ready.
Application
Adding an event to your calendar
1Touch Calendar.
2Select the date you would like to add an event to.
3Touch Add.
Setting your alarm
1Touch Alarms.
2Touch Add, then you can set and save your alarm in this menu.
Voice recorder
Use your voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.
Using your calculator
1Touch Calculator.
2Touch the number keys to enter numbers.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use
Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.
Exposure to radio frequency energy
Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information
This mobile phone model LG-T500 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all users, regardless of age and health.
•The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands.
Road safety
Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.
•Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
•Give full attention to driving.
•Use a hands-free kit, if available.
•Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.
•RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.
•When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct it with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance.
•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 important when near roads.
Avoid damage to your hearing
Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn the handset on or off close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.
NOTE: Excessive sound and pressure from earphones can causing hearing loss.
Accessories
There are various accessories for your mobile phone. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements.
Charger |
Stereo headset |
Battery
NOTE
•Always use genuine LG accessories.
•Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty.
•Accessories may vary in different regions.
Converting a unit
1Touch Unit converter.
2Choose whether you want to convert Currency, Area, Length, Weight, Temperature, Volume or Velocity.
3Then select the unit and enter the value you would like to convert from.
The web
Browser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sport, entertainment and loads more, straight to your mobile phone. Wherever you are and whatever you’re into.
Accessing the web
1Touch the Browser.
2To go straight to the browser home page, select Home. Alternately, select Enter address and type in the URL, followed by Connect.
•While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG phone models, they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.
•The SAR limit recommended by the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2W/kg averaged over 10g of tissue.
•The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by DASY4 for use close to the ear is 1.07 W/kg (10g) and when worn on the body is 0.761 W/kg (10g).
•SAR data information for residents in countries/ regions that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1g of tissue.
NOTE: You will incur extra cost by connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider.
Access to Google Service
Access to Google Service Touch Google Search to launch google earch application.
Settings
Personalising your profiles
You can personalise each profile setting using the settings menu.
1Touch Profiles.
2Choose the profile you want to edit.
3You can then change all the sounds and alert options available in the list, including your Ringtone and Volume, Message tone settings and more.
Product care and maintenance
WARNING: Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the phone, and may be dangerous.
•Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required.
•Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, and personal computers.
•The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers.
•Do not drop.
•Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.
•Switch off the phone in any area where you are required by special regulations. For example, do not use your phone in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment.
Blasting area |
Children |
Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. |
Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small |
Observe restrictions, and follow the rules and |
children. It includes small parts which may cause a |
regulations. |
choking hazard if detached. |
Potentially explosive atmospheres
•Do not use the phone at a refuelling point.
•Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
•Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone and accessories.
In aircraft
Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
•Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.
•Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.
Emergency calls
Emergency calls may not be available with all mobile networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely on the phone for emergency calls. Check with your local service provider.
Technical data
Ambient Temperatures
Max.: +55°C (discharging) +45°C (charging)
Min.: -10°C
Open Source
To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http://opensource.lge.com/ All referred licence terms, disclaimers and notices are available for download with the source code.
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