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GS290 USER GUIDE 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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Phone Component Earpiece Call key Dials a phone number and answers incoming calls. Multi-tasking key End/ Power key Long press for power on/off. Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector Charger, cable Volume keys Lock key • When the screen is at the •...
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. ›...
Your home screen You can drag and click what you need right away in all home screen types. Active Active Widget home screen Speed dial home - When you touch screen - When you on the bottom right of touch , the speed the screen, the mobile dial list appears.
Calls Making a call Touch to open the keypad. Key in the number using the keypad. Touch to initiate the call. To end the call, press the Smart key. TIP! To enter + for making an international call, press and hold Press the side lock key to lock the touchscreen to prevent calls being made by mistake.
Changing the common call setting Touch Call settings in the SETTINGS tab. Scroll and touch Common settings. Contacts Searching for a contact There are two ways to search for a contact: Touch Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab. Touch Search. You 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.
Use Shift key to change between capital or lowercase input. Handwriting recognition In Handwriting mode you simply write on the screen and your GS290 will convert your handwriting into your message. Select Handwriting-Screen, Handwriting-Box or Handwriting- Double Box according to your preferred...
Setting up your email Touch E-mail in the COMMUNICATION tab. If the email account is not set up, start the email set up wizard and finish it. You can check and edit settings by selecting . You can also check the additional settings that were filled in automatically when you created the account.
Multi msg centre - Choose one from the list or add a new message centre. Social network services (SNS) Your GS290 has SNS that lets you enjoy and manage your social network. NOTE: An additional costs may be incurred when connecting and using online services.
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.
Touch to set a Home screen, Contacts, Startup or shutdown imagea. Touch to edit the photo. Touch to rename the photo. Touch to return to the previous menu. Touch to delete the image. Touch to take another photo immediately. Your current photo will be saved. Touch to view a gallery of your saved photos.
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 eight icons down the left and right sides . Touch to play the video. Touch to send the video as a Message or Email or by Bluetooth.
The easiest way to transfer music onto your phone is via Bluetooth or the data cable. You can also use LG PC Suite. To transfer music using Bluetooth: Make sure both devices have Bluetooth switched on and are connected to each other.
You can download new games and applications to your phone to keep you enjoy. FM Radio Your LG GS290 has an FM radio feature so you can tune into your favourite stations to listen on the move. You can listen to the radio without headphones. It you want to attach headphones, insert them into the headphone socket.
GS290 supports wireless FM. User does not require to insert ear-mic to listen FM in normal condition. In weak FM radio signal area the sensitivity can degrade with wireless and antenna mode. So it is advisable to insert the ear-mic for better and enhanced FM quality.
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the LG PC Suite Installer wizard. Once installation is complete, the LG PC Suite icon will appear on your desktop. Connecting your phone and PC From the Home screen press and select Connectivity on the SETTINGS tab.
4 Touch Music sync. 5 Connect the phone to your PC. Your phone will read: Connected. WARNING Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer. Transferring music using Windows Media Player From the home screen select , then scroll through Connectivity in the SETTINGS tab.
Ringtone and Volume, Message tone settings and more. Changing your screen settings Touch Screen settings in SETTINGS tab. Changing your phone settings Use the freedom of adapting the GS290 to your own preferences. From the home screen, select then scroll to Phone settings on the SETTINGS tab.
Open the file you want to send, typically this will be a photo, video or music file. Choose Send. Choose Bluetooth. If you have already paired the Bluetooth device, your GS290 will not automatically search for other Bluetooth devices. If not, your GS290 will search for other Bluetooth enabled devices within range.
Touch Bluetooth in the SETTINGS tab. And select and choose Settings. Pairing with another Bluetooth device By pairing your GS290 and another device, you can set up a passcode protected connection. Check that your Bluetooth is ON and Visible. You can change your visibility in the Settings menu.
• 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.
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.
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. Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.
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.
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• 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.
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NOTE: Accessories › Always use genuine LG There are various accessories for your accessories. mobile phone. You can select these › Failure to do this may invalidate options according to your personal your warranty. communication requirements. › Accessories may vary in different Charger regions.
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter while using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy for you to correct yourself. Message Possible causes Possible Solutions There is no SIM card Make sure the SIM card is correctly SIM error in the phone or it is...
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Plug in to a different socket or check No mains voltage the voltage. If the charger does not warm up, Charger defective replace it. Only use original LG accessories. Wrong charger Replace battery. Battery defective Phone loses Reconnection to another service...