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8LG GD900 | User GuideGetting to know your phone WARNING: Putting a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage its LCD and touch screen f

9Charger, Data and Headset PortTIP: Before connecting the USB cable, wait until the phone has powered up and has registered on the network. Volume key

10LG GD900 | User GuideInstalling the USIM and battery1 Remove the battery coverRelease the battery cover by using the battery cover release tab fo

11g 4 Install the batteryInsert the top of the battery into the top edge of the battery compartment first. Ensure that the battery contacts align wi

12LG GD900 | User GuideMemory card Installing a memory cardYou can expand the available memory space on your phone by using a Micro SD memory card.T

13Formatting the memory cardYour memory card may already be formatted. If it isn’t, you will need to format it before you can start to use it.NOTE: Al

14LG GD900 | User GuideMenu mapSETTINGS Profiles Screen settings Phone settings Bluetooth Wi-Fi Call settings Connectivity Message settingsMULTIMEDI

15Touch screen tipsThe home screen is also a great place to get used to using the touch screen.To select an item, touch the centre of the icon.Do not

16LG GD900 | User GuideTouch screenThe controls on the GD900 touch screen change dynamically, depending on the task you are carrying out.Opening App

17Get in touch with your GD900The User Interface is based on four types of Homescreens. To swap between the home screens just wipe quickly over displa

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18LG GD900 | User GuideFrom this screen you can access menu options, make a call, view the status of your phone and much more.Customising the home s

19s Quick keysThe quick keys on your home screen provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most.Touch to bring up the touch dialling

20LG GD900 | User GuideZooming In or OutWhen viewing photos, web pages, emails, or maps, you can zoom in and out. Pinch your fingers together or sli

21Transparent TouchpadMake the most of your Transparent Touchpad.Touchpad Shortcut : You can assign a symbol for the most commonly used menus.Assign a

22LG GD900 | User GuideYour home screenTouch wheel: Adjust the volume or brightness by drawing and on the Transparent Touchpad in Music, Divx Play

23g n Letter StrokesABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVLetter StrokesWXYZßAccented charactersAccent StrokesSpaceBackspaceEnterPunctuation marksMark StrokesFull sto

24LG GD900 | User GuideViThtostlifGPBeminIcNumbersNumber Strokes0123456789Touch Keypad : The Transparent Touchpad can also be used to input numbers

25Viewing the status barThe status bar uses different icons to show conditions such as signal strength, new messages and battery life as well as wheth

26LG GD900 | User GuideIcon DescriptionMusic pausedMusic playingFM radio playingEmail being sentEmail receivingMMSMMS sendingMMS receivingSMS sendin

27CallsTIP! Press the power key to lock the touchscreen to prevent calls being made by mistake.Making a call or a video call1 Touch to open the ke

GD900GD900 User GuideSome of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.

28LG GD900 | User GuideIn-call optionsDialpad - Touch to open a numerical keypad for typing in numbers, e.g. when dialling call centres or other a

29, Adjusting call volumeTo adjust the volume during a call, use the up and down button on the right side of the phone. Speed dialling You can assign

30LG GD900 | User GuideCallsNOchneTdfU1 2 3 4 Turning off DTMFDTMF lets you use numerical commands to navigate menus within automated calls. DTMF is

31NOTE: Diverting calls will incur charges. Please contact your network operator for details.TIP! To turn o all call diverts, choose Deactivate all

32LG GD900 | User GuideCallsSend my number - Choose whether to display your number on an outgoing call.Auto redial - Slide the switch left for ON or

33 e o is e. e MessagingMessagingYour GD900 combines SMS, MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.There are two ways of entering the messaging centr

34LG GD900 | User GuideCYoba1 2 3 Entering textKeypad Touch to turn on/off the T9 predictive texting. Touch to change the writing language. Tap

35Changing your email settingsYou can change your email settings based on your own preferences.Touch from the home screen, then scroll to Messages se

36LG GD900 | User GuideMessage foldersYou will recognise the folder structure in your GD900, and it is fairly self-explanatory. Inbox - All SMS and

37a e r n e n. on Using emoticonsLiven up your messages using emoticons. There are some commonly used emoticons already on your phone.When writing

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38LG GD900 | User GuideMessagingChanging your multimedia message settingsYour GD900 message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immed

39to er CameraGetting to know the viewfinderOpen the slide to use the Outer Camera.TIP! You can close all the shortcut options to give a clearer view

40LG GD900 | User GuideOnce you’ve taken the photoYour captured photo will appear on the screen. The image name is shown with four icons on the righ

41s ill ut he Always off - The camera will never flash. This is useful if you want to save battery power.Always on - The camera will always flash.Wh

42LG GD900 | User GuideUsing the advanced settingsFrom the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced settings options.You can change the camera setti

43s.g e Timer - The self-timer allows you to set a delay after the shutter is pressed. Select Off, 3 secs, 5 secs or 10 secs. This is ideal if you wan

44LG GD900 | User GuideTIP! When you exit the camera all settings will return to their defaults, except image size and image quality. Any non-defaul

45e p Video cameraGetting to know the viewfinderOpen the slide to use the Outer Camera.TIP! You can close all shortcut options to give a clearer view

46LG GD900 | User GuideAfter shooting a videoA still image representing your video will appear on the screen. The name of the video will be shown on

47n us ill s Touch .Slide the exposure indicator along the bar, towards for a lower exposure and fuzzier image, or towards for a higher contrast an

Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact GD900 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication techn

48LG GD900 | User GuideTIP! If you choose MMS duration, choosing a lower image quality will enable you to shoot a longer video.Memory in use - Choos

49Your photos and videosUsing zoom when viewing a video or photoWhen viewing photos or videos, you can zoom in and out by pinching your fingers togeth

50LG GD900 | User GuideSave Save the changes you made to the photos. Select to save the changes as an Original file or a New file. If you select Ne

51vedogeerustntMultimediaYou can store multimedia files in your phone’s memory so you have easy access to all your pictures, sounds, videos and games.

52LG GD900 | User GuideTouch Use as and choose between:Homescreens - Set a wallpaper for All homescreens, Widget, Contacts, Multimedia or Shortcut.L

53eo of r Creating a slide showIf you want to view all the images on your phone, you can create a slide show to save you having to open and close each

54LG GD900 | User GuideMultimediaVideos The My videos folder shows a list of videos you have downloaded or recorded on your phone.Watching a videoTo

55o d p a Flash contentsThe Flash contents folder contains all of your default and downloaded SWF files.Viewing an SWF/ SVG fileTouch then select My

56LG GD900 | User GuideMultimediaTouch the Play Order tab on the screen to change the order.Touch the Saved in tab on the screen to choose where to

57y Using the radioYour LG GD900 has an built-in FM radio feature so you can tune into your favourite stations and listen on the move.NOTE: You will n

4LG GD900 | User GuideContentsSet upGetting to know your phone ... 8Installing the USIM and battery ...

58LG GD900 | User GuideMultimediaResetting channelsTouch then select FM radio from Multimedia tab.Touch .Choose Reset channel to reset the current

59OrganiserAdding an event to your calendarFrom the home screen select then scroll to Organiser on the Utilities tab. Select the date to which you w

60LG GD900 | User GuideAdding an item to your To Do listFrom the home screen select then scroll to Organiser on the Utilities tab. Select New task

61 ns m e Choose whether you want the alarm to repeat, set the repeat and type. The icons indicate the weekday you select.Select Sound/ Vibration to s

62LG GD900 | User GuideOrganiserIf you want to re-record the voice, touch New.Sending the voice recordingOnce you have finished recording, touch Sen

63n he ÷), h, Then select the unit and enter the value you would like to convert from.The corresponding values then will appear on the screen.Using th

64LG GD900 | User GuideThe webBrowserBrowser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sport, entertainment and loads more, straigh

65 r t. to Using the RSS readerRSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a family of web feed formats used to publish frequently updated content, such as blo

66LG GD900 | User GuideThe webYou can edit the Profiles, Appearance settings, Cache/Cookies, Security or Reset settings.You can simply set these on

67m r n d a This folder lets you adapt your settings to personalise your GD900.Changing your screen settingsFrom the home screen, select then scrol

5272829292930303031313233333334343434353636Using emoticons ...37Changing your text message settings ...

68LG GD900 | User GuideYou can then change all sounds and alert options available in the list, including your Voice/Video ringtone, Volume, Message

69ay.d gs gs. Vibration type - Vibration 1/2/3Vibration volume - Controls the strength of vibration.Touch sound - Change the tone when touching the sc

70LG GD900 | User GuideSettingsStreaming settings - Your network operator has already saved this information. You can edit it if you want to make ch

71d y d Sending and receiving files using BluetoothBluetooth is a great way to send and receive files as it uses no wires and connection is quick and

72LG GD900 | User GuideSettingsChanging your Bluetooth settingsFrom the home screen select then scroll to Bluetooth on the Settings tab.Touch .Ma

73er . on Using a Bluetooth headsetCheck that your Bluetooth is On.Follow the instructions that came with your headset to put it in pairing mode and p

74LG GD900 | User GuideWireless Manager allows you to manage Wi-Fi Internet on your device. It allows the phone to connect to local wireless network

75P Saving the frequently-used AP as a profile makes it easier to enter the Security key when connecting to an AP with that Security type.If the AP do

76LG GD900 | User GuideSoftware UpgradeLG Mobile Phone Software Upgrade Program“For more information on installing and using this program, please vi

77There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone, which may be sold separately. You can select these options according to your per

6LG GD900 | User GuideContentsViewing an SWF/ SVG  le ... 55Documents ...55Viewing a  le ...

78LG GD900 | User GuideNetwork service Technical dataThe wireless phone described in this guide is approved for use on E-GSM 900, DCS 1800, GSM 850,

Seung Hyoun, Ji / DirectorGD900E-GSM 900 / DCS 1800 / GSM 850 / PCS 1900 Quad Band and WCDMA Terminal EquipmentR&TTE Directive 1999/5/ECEN 301 489

80LG GD900 | User GuidePlease read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Exposure to radio frequency

81n r rs d Product care and maintenance WARNINGOnly use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The us

82LG GD900 | User GuideGuidelines for safe and e cient use• Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.• Do not keep the phone next t

83, • 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 e

84LG GD900 | User GuideGuidelines for safe and e cient useBlasting areaDo not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions, a

85d.s. nd y ers. • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.• Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.• Replace the batter

86LG GD900 | User GuideDriver Safety TipsYour wireless telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice - almost anywhere, anytime.

87er g y ns • Use your wireless phone to call emergency services for yourself or others in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergincies

7626262636364646465656565666767686869Using memory manager ... 70Using  ight mode ... 70Sending and receivi

88LG GD900 | User GuideTrouble Shooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter while using your phone. Some problems require you to ca

89 Message Possible causes Possible SolutionsCharging error Battery totally emptyTemperature out of rangeContact problemNo mains voltageCharger

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTYAustralia & New Zealand1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:LG offers you a warranty that the enclosed Product and its enclosed acc

e .o 2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:(1) Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner.(2) De

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTYAustralia & New Zealand(12) Defects or damage resulting from breakage of or tampering with the LCD screen.(13) Where applic

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