LG Electronics USA GU290F Cellular/PCS GSM/WCDMA/EDGE Phone with Bluetooth User Manual GU290f Eng 100304 indd

LG Electronics USA Cellular/PCS GSM/WCDMA/EDGE Phone with Bluetooth GU290f Eng 100304 indd

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LG GU290fUser Guide
Part 15.21 statement" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. “Part 15.105 statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.This device is not intended for sale in the USA.
Part 15 Class B ComplianceThis device and its accessories comply with part15 of FCC rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device & its accessories may not cause harmful interference.(2) This device & its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Body-worn OperationThis device has been tested for typical body-worn operations with the distance of 0.79inches (2.0cm) from the user’s body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.79inches(2.0cm) must be maintained from the user's body.Additionally, Belt clips, holsters & other body-worn accessories may not containmetallic components.
6Your PhonePhone Components17234568Holding down this key opens the Voice Recorder.Holding down this key activates/deactivates Vibration mode.121113910
71. Earpiece: Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.2. Main LCD: Displays phone status icons, menu items, web items, web information, pictures and more in full color. 3. Left soft key/Right soft key: Each of these keys perform the functions indicated by the text on the display immediately above them.4. Navigation Keys - In standby mode: Contact List New Message IM My Stuff - In a menu: Navigates between menus.5. Send key: Press this key in standby mode to quickly access the most recent incoming, outgoing and missed calls.6. Clear key: Allows you to return to the previous screen. Holding down the Clear Key will also activate the Voice Command function.7. Center [OK] key 8. End/Power key: Allows you to power the phone on or off, end calls, or return to Standby Mode.9. The Charger Port/USB connector10. Push-To-Talk key: Use for quick access to the PTT function.• Pressing and releasing this key while idle displays your PTT contacts.• Pressing and holding this key while idle displays your PTT history.• Pressing and holding this key while in a PTT call allows you to speak to the other call participants.11. Volume keys: These keys are used to control the volume of ringtones in standby mode and Earpiece volume during a call.12. microSD™ memory card13. Opens the multitasking menuYour Phone
8Rear viewYour PhoneBATTERY COVEREXTERNAL CAMERA LENSSIM CARD SOCKETBATTERY
9Getting StartedInstalling the SIM card and battery1. Remove the battery cover Slide up the battery cover to remove the battery cover, and lift off the battery cover.2. Remove the battery Hold the top edge of the phone and, using the battery cover, lift it from the battery compartment. NoteFor your convenience, we recommend that you use the battery cover to remove the battery instead of your fingernail. WarningDo not remove the battery when the phone is turned on, this can damage the phone.
Getting Started103. Install the SIM card Slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder. Make sure that the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. To remove the SIM card, pull it gently in the opposite direction.4. Install the battery Insert the top of the battery first into the top edge of the battery compartment. Ensure that the battery contacts align with the terminals on the phone. Press the bottom of the battery down until it clips into place.
Getting Started115. Charging your phone Unfasten the cover of the charger socket on the side of your LG GU290f. Insert the charger connector to the phone (‘B’ side of the connector has to be facing up when connecting to the phone) and then plug into the wall socket. Your LG GU290f will need to be charged until a message reading “Battery full. Please unplug charger to save energy” appears on the screen.Important!You should insert the battery before charging. WarningUse of unauthorized accessories could damage your phone and void your warranty.To use the travel charger provided with your phone.
12Installing a memory cardYou can expand the memory available on your phone by using a microSD™ memory card. TipA memory card is an optional accessory.Remove the battery cover as before.Unlock the microSD™ compartment by sliding it into the ‘Open’ position (as printed on the microSD™ compartment cover). This will allow the cover to open so that you can add a microSD™ card to your phone. Insert a microSD™ card with the gold contact area facing downwards. Close the memory card cover so that it clicks shut.Replace the phone cover back on to the phone.1.2.3. NoteIf your memory card has existing content it will automatically be filed in the correct folder. For example, videos will be accessible from the Videos folder.Getting Started
13Getting StartedOn-Screen IconsThe table below describes various display indicators or icons that appear on the phone’s display screen.ICON/INDICATORDESCRIPTIONMultitaskingNetwork signal strength (number of bars will vary)No network signalLow BatteryNew text messageNew emailAn alarm is setRing profile in useSilent All profile in useEDGE availableBluetooth® is active3G availableICON/INDICATORDESCRIPTIONThe browser is activeVibrating Mode OnSpeakerphoneCall in ProgressVoicemail Battery FullBattery ChargingFlight Mode On
General Functions14 Making a CallMake sure your phone is powered on.Enter a phone number including the area code. To edit a number on the display screen, simply press the key to erase one digit at a time. ► Press and hold the key to erase the entire number.Press the [SEND] key to call the number.When finished, press the [END] key.1.2.3.4.Making a Call with the Send KeyPress the [SEND] key, and the most recent missed, dialed and received call histories will be displayed.Select the desired number by using the navigation keys.Press the [SEND] key.Making International CallsPress and hold the key and the international access character ‘+’ will appear.Enter the country code, area code and the phone number.Press the [SEND] key.1.2.3.1.2.3.
General Functions15Ending a CallTo finish a call, press the [END] key.Making a Call from the ContactsYou can store frequently called names and phone numbers in the SIM card as well as in the phone memory known as the Contacts.You can dial a number by simply selecting a name in the contacts and pressing the [SEND] key.Press the [Down] key to access the Contact List.Highlight the Contact and press the [SEND] key.1.2.Adjusting the VolumeDuring a call, if you want to adjust the earpiece volume, use the side volume keys of the phone.In idle mode, you can adjust the ring volume using the side volume keys. Answering a CallWhen you receive a call, the phone displays an icon on the screen and rings and/or vibrates. If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number (or name if stored in your Address Book) is displayed.Press the [SEND] key or the left soft key to answer an incoming call. If the Answer Mode has been set as Any Key (Menu > 9 > 4 > 4), any key press will answer a call, except for the [END] key or the right soft key or side key.1.
16End the call by pressing the [END] key. NoteYou can answer a call while using other menu features.Vibrating Mode (Quick)Vibrating Mode can be activated by pressing and holding down the [Pound] key.Signal StrengthIf you are inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception. You can see the strength of your signal by the signal indicator on your phone’s display screen.2.Entering TextYou can enter alphanumeric characters by using the phone’s keypad. For example, storing names in the Address Book, writing a message or scheduling events in the calendar all require text to be entered.Changing the Text Input ModeChange the text input mode by holding down when in a text entry field.You can check the current text input mode in the upper right corner of the screen.The following text input modes are available on the phone.T9 ModeThis mode allows you to enter words with only one keystroke per letter. Each key on the keypad has more than one letter. The T9 mode automatically compares your keystrokes with an internal linguistic dictionary to determine the correct word, thus requiring far fewer keystrokes than the traditional ABC mode.General Functions
17General Functions NoteYou can select a different T9 language from the Options menu (Right soft key Options > Text Entry Settings > Text Entry Language).ABC ModeThis mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the key labeled with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.123 Mode (Numbers Mode)Type numbers using one keystroke per number. To change to 123 mode in a text entry field, press the key until 123 mode is displayed in the upper right corner.Symbol ModeThe Symbol Mode enables you to enter various symbols or special characters. To enter a symbol, press the [Pound] key. Use the navigation touch pad to select the desired symbol and press the [OK] key.Using the T9 ModeThe T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enter words easily with a minimum number of key presses. As you press each key, the phone begins to display the characters that it thinks you are typing based on a built-in dictionary. As new letters are added, the word changes to reflect the most likely candidate from the dictionary.
18When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode, begin entering a word by pressing keys to . Press one key per letter. ► The word changes as letters are typed - ignore what is displayed on the screen until the word is typed completely. ► If the word is still incorrect after typing completely, press the key or the right soft key [Next] once, or more if needed, to cycle through the other word options. ► If the desired word is missing from the word choices list, add it by using the ABC mode.Enter the whole word before editing or deleting any keystrokes.Complete each word with a space by pressing the key or the right navigation key.To delete letters, press . Press and hold down to erase all of the entered text.1.2.3.Using the ABC ModeUse the keypad keys to enter your text.Press the key labeled with the required letter: ► Once for the first letter ► Twice for the second letter ► And so onTo insert a space, press the key once. To delete letters, press the key. Press and hold down the key to erase all of the entered text. NoteRefer to the table below for more information on the characters available using the keys.1.2.General Functions
19General FunctionsKey Characters in the Order DisplayedUpper Case Lower Case1 . , ’ @ ? ! - : / 1 . , ’ @ ? ! - : / 12 A B C 2 a b c 23 D E F 3 d e f 34 G H I 4 g h i 45 J K L 5 j k l 56 M N O 6 m n o 67 P Q R S 7 p q r s 78 T U V 8 t u v 89 W X Y Z 9 w x y z 90Space Key, 0 (Long press)Space Key, 0 (Long press)Using the 123 (Numbers) ModeThe 123 Mode enables you to enter numbers in a text message (a telephone number, for example) more quickly. Press the keys corresponding to the required digits before manually switching back to the appropriate text entry mode.T9 dictionaryThe T9 dictionary is a feature that allows the user to add any unique or personal words to the T9 standard language database. The T9 dictionary function can be found in the Options menu (Options > Text Entry Settings > T9 Dictionary). Within the T9 dictionary function, the user can add, modify, delete or reset personal words.
20Using the Korean Mode Allows you to type in Korean when you set the language to Korean.Key Characters in the Order Display Key Characters in the Order Display General Functions

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