GC900 User Guide General Inquiries 0844-847-5847 * Make sure the number is correct before making a call. ELECTRONICS INC. P/N : MMBB0341102 (1.
WiFi (WLAN) This device uses non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors in France.
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.
Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact GC900 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology. Disposal of your old appliance 1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Set up 01 Your home screen 02 The basics 03 Get creative 04 Get organised 05 The web 06 Settings 07 Accessories 08
Contents Address book ...........................................32 Searching for a contact .........................32 Getting to know your phone ............... 8 Adding a new contact ...........................32 Open view .................................................10 Creating a group......................................33 Installing the SIM and battery ...........11 Changing your contact settings.........34 Charging your phone............................13 Viewing information ....................
Get creative Camera .......................................................45 Taking a quick photo .............................45 Once you’ve taken the photo .............45 Getting to know the viewfinder.........46 Using the flash ..........................................47 Adjusting the exposure.........................47 Taking a continuous shot .....................48 Using the advanced settings...............48 Changing the image size ......................51 Choosing a colour effect.................
Contents Geo-tagging .............................................74 Checking your memory status ...........74 Sounds ........................................................75 Using a sound ...........................................75 Videos .........................................................75 Sending a video clip ...............................76 Games and Applications ......................76 Playing a game .........................................76 Using the options menu ......................
Using iSync ................................................92 DivX Converter .........................................93 The web Orange World............................................94 Accessing the web ..................................94 Adding and accessing bookmarks ....94 Using the RSS reader ..............................95 Accessing a saved page ........................95 Viewing your browser history .............95 Changing web browser settings ........96 Using your phone as a modem ..........
Getting to know your phone Power key Turns the phone on/off. Earpiece Proximity Sensor WARNING: Moisture on the proximity sensor may cause it to malfunction. Please wipe any moisture off the sensor surface. Inner camera End key • Press once to return to the home screen. Set up WARNING: Putting a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage its LCD and touch screen functionality. Do not cover the protection film on proximity sensor of LCD. It can be caused the malfunction of sensor.
01 Memory card socket Multi-tasking key Camera key • Go to the camera menu directly by pressing and holding the key. Charger, Data cable (USB cable) TIP: Before connecting the USB cable, wait until the phone has powered up and has registered on the network. 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Volume keys • When the screen is idle: key tone volume. • During a call: earpiece volume. • When playing a track: controls volume continuously.
Open view Battery cover SIM card socket Flash light Battery Camera lens Set up TIP! You can turn the flash on by holding down the volume up key when the keypad is locked. Press the volume up key again to turn the flash off. This function is only available when the keypad is locked.
Installing the SIM and battery 1 Remove the battery cover Slide down the battery cover. 3 Install the SIM card Slide the SIM card into the SIM card holder. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. To remove the SIM card, gently pull it outwards. 01 02 03 04 05 06 2 Remove the battery Pull out the battery. 08 Set up WARNING: Do not remove the battery when the phone is switched on, as this may damage the phone.
Installing the SIM and battery 4 Install the battery Insert the top of the battery into the top edge of the battery compartment first. Ensure that the battery contacts align with the phone’s terminals. Press the bottom of the battery down until it clips into place.
Charging your phone 1 Ensure the battery is fully charged before using the phone for the first time. 2 With the arrow facing you as shown in the diagram push the plug on the travel adapter into the socket on the side of the phone until it clicks into place. 3 Connect the other end of the travel adapter to the main socket. Use only the charger included in the box. 4 The moving bars of battery icon will stop after charging is complete.
Memory card Installing a memory card You can expand the available memory space on your phone by using a memory card. NOTE: A memory card is an optional accessory. Slide the memory card into the slot at the top, until it clicks into place. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards. WARNING: Slide into the memory card to the slot, otherwise, the card can be damaged.
Formatting the memory card Transferring your contacts Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn’t, you will need to format it before you can start to use it. NOTE: All files get deleted while formatting. 1 From the home screen select and choose Phone settings from the Settings tab. 2 Scroll and touch Memory info. then scroll and select External memory. 3 Touch Reset and then confirm your choice. 4 Enter the password, if one has been set. The card will then be formatted and ready to use.
Menu map Touch in the home screen to open a Top menu. From here you can access further menus by scrolling through the icons: Communication, Multimedia, Utilities and Settings.
Your home screen From this screen you can access menu options, make a call, view the status of your phone and much more. • Whenever your GC900 is not in use, it will return to the lock screen. 01 02 03 Touch screen tips 04 05 06 07 08 Your home screen The 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 to press too hard; the touchscreen is sensitive enough to pick up on a light, firm touch.
Your home screen Customising the home screen 1 Shortcut home screen 2 Widget home screen (active) Your home screen • Get in touch with your GC900 The User Interface is based on four types of Homescreens. To swap between the home screens just wipe quickly over display from left to right or from right to left.
Quick keys The 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 pad, which lets you make a call. Enter the number using the normal key pad and touch Voice call. To make a video call to this after number, touch entering the number. Touch to open your contacts. To search for the number you want to call: Enter the name of the contact using the touchpad. You can also create new contacts and edit existing ones.
Your home screen Touch screen The controls on the GC900 touch screen change dynamically, depending on the task you are carrying out. Opening Applications To open any Application, simply touch its icon. Scrolling Drag from side to side to scroll. On some screens, such as web pages, you can also scroll up or down.
Zooming In or Out When viewing photos, web pages, emails, or maps, you can zoom in and out. Pinch your fingers together or slide them apart.
Your home screen Viewing the status bar The status bar uses different icons to show conditions such as signal strength, new messages and battery life as well as whether Bluetooth or data connections is active. Below is a table which explains the meaning of icons you’re likely to see in the status bar. Icon Description No Service Icon Description Bluetooth Transfer Bluetooth Visibility Bluetooth Music Downloading Downloading complete. Downloading cancelled.
Icon Description Email being sent Icon Description Projector/TV out 01 Email received 02 MMS 03 MMS sending 04 MMS received 05 SMS sending New voicemail New message Message sending has failed 06 07 08 New email Push message Flight mode Outdoor Silent Customised ringtones 1-10 Ringtone after vibration Ringtone with vibration External memory Battery status Your home screen - 23
Your home screen Using the Multi - tasking function Press the multitasking hard key for two seconds to open the Multitasking menu. From here you can view some applications that are running and access them with one touch. Multitasking Address book Orange World Messaging Games & Apps Email Orange music FM radio Organiser Memo Your home screen End all TIP! Press the multitasking hard key shortly to enter cube box to customise the home screen.
Calls TIP! Press the power key to lock the touchscreen to prevent calls being made by mistake. Making a call or a video call 1 Touch to open the keypad. 2 Type in the number on the keypad. To delete a digit, press the clear key. 3 Touch the Voice call to make the call. 4 To end the call, touch the key. Calling your contacts 1 From the home screen touch to open your Address book. 2 Scroll through the contact list or enter the first letter(s) of the contact you want to call by touching .
Calls In-call options Hold - Touch to put a call on hold. Mute - Touch to turn the microphone off so the person you are talking to cannot hear you. Speaker - Touch on. to turn the speaker phone Options - Choose from a list of further in-call options, including creating new memo and going to messages, so you can check your messages and add contacts during a call. You can also end the call from here by touching End call. Dialpad - Touch to open a numerical keypad for typing in numbers, e.g.
Adjusting call volume To adjust the volume during a call, use the up and down button on the right side of the phone. Speed dialling You can assign a frequently-called contact to a speed dial number. 1 From the home screen touch to open your Address book. 2 Touch and select Speed dials. 3 Touch any other number to assign it to a speed dial contact. 4 Your contacts list will open. Select the contact you want to assign to that number by touching the phone number once.
Calls Turning off DTMF DTMF lets you use numerical commands to navigate within automated calls. DTMF default is set to on. To turn it off during a call (to make and a note of a number) touch select Disable DTMF. Viewing your call logs From the home screen, touch , then touch Recent history in the Communication tab. Choose from the following: All history - View a complete list of all dialled, received and missed calls, voice calls only, video calls and messages.
Using call divert Using call barring 1 Touch and choose Call settings in the Settings tab. 2 Touch Call divert and select Voice calls and/or Video calls. 3 Choose whether to divert all call, when the line is busy, when there is no answer or when you cannot be contacted. 4 Touch Activate to activate. 5 Enter the number to divert to. NOTE: Diverting calls will incur charges. Please contact your network operator for details. 1 Touch and choose Call settings in the Settings tab.
Calls TIP! Select Fixed dial number to turn on and compile a list of numbers which can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN2 code, which is available from your operator. Only numbers within the fixed dial list can be called from your phone. Changing the common call setting The basics 1 Touch and choose Call settings in the Settings tab. 2 Touch Common settings. This lets you change the following settings: Call reject - Slide the switch left for ON.
Changing your video call settings 1 From the home screen, touch and scroll to Call settings in the Settings tab. 2 Touch Video call settings and select the settings for your video calls. Decide whether to use still image, then select one and/or switch on the mirror to see yourself on screen when making a video call.
Address book Searching for a contact Adding a new contact There are two ways to search for a contact: From the home screen 1 From the home screen, touch to open your Address book. and enter the contact Touch name using the key pad. 2 Touch Video call or Voice call or the Voice call to place the call. 1 From the home screen, touch and then touch then select New contact button. 2 Choose whether to save the contact to Handset or USIM. 3 If you want to add a picture to the new contact, touch Add picture.
7 Assign the contact to one or more groups, choosing between No group, Family, Friends, Colleagues, School or VIP. 8 You can also add a Ringtone, Homepage, Home address, Company name, Job title, Company address, Birthday, Anniversary and a Memo. 9 Touch to save the contact. TIP! You can create customised groups for your contacts. See Creating a group. Creating a group 1 From the home screen, touch and then touch Address book in the Communication tab.
Address book Changing your contact settings You can adapt your contact settings to suit your own preferences. 1 Touch Address book on the Communication tab, select and scroll to Contact settings. 2 From here, you can adjust the following settings: Display name - Choose whether to display the first or last name of a contact first. Copy all - Copy your contacts from your SIM to your handset, or vice versa. You can do this one contact at a time, or all at once.
Viewing information 1 Touch Address book from the Communication tab select and touch Information. 2 From here you can view Service dial numbers, Own numbers, Memory info. (memory space remaining) and My business card. TIP! To add your own business card, select My business card and enter your details as you would for any contact. Touch Save icon to finish.
Messaging Messaging Your GC900 combines SMS, MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. There are two ways of entering the messaging centre: 1 From the home screen, touch , then scroll to Messaging or on the Communication tab. Sending a message The basics 1 Touch then Write message to open a blank message. 2 Touch To to enter the recipient’s number, or open your contacts or favourites. You can add multiple contacts. When you are finished, touch the message box below to start composing the message text.
Entering text T9 predictive Touch to turn on T9 predictive texting. Touch to change the writing language. Tap to change between the number, symbol and text keypads. In T9 mode, you will see . T9 mode uses a built-in dictionary to recognise your words based on the key sequences you touch. Simply touch the number key associated with the letter you want to enter, and the dictionary will predict the word you want to use. For example, press 8, 3, 5, 3, 7, 4, 6, 6 and 3 to write ‘telephone’.
Messaging Setting up your email You can keep in touch on the move by using your GC900 to send emails. It’s quick and simple to set up a POP3 or IMAP4 email account. 1 Touch from the home screen, and scroll to Email on the Communication tab. 2 Touch Write email. If the email account is not set up, start the email set up wizard. TIP! If an email account is already set up, the wizard is not activated automatically.
Save sent mail into - Select where to save sent emails (for IMAP4 mailboxes). For POP3 mailboxes, sent mails are always saved to the handset. Download option - Choose how you want to download emails. Choose between Header only or All including attachment for POP3 and header only, header + body, or all for IMAP4. Access point - Choose your Internet access point. Advanced settings - Choose whether to use the advanced settings.
Messaging Changing your email settings You can change your email settings based on your own preferences. 1 Touch from the home screen, then scroll to Messages settings on the Settings tab. 2 Select Email. 3 You can alter the following settings: Email accounts - Manage your email accounts. Allow reply email - Choose whether to allow read confirmation messages to be sent. Request reply email - Choose whether to request read confirmation messages.
Message folders You will recognise the folder structure in your GC900, and it is fairly self-explanatory. NOTE: E-mail account box and Message box are arranged respectively. Inbox - All messages you receive are stored in your inbox. From here you can view and delete them, among other functions. Outbox - This is a temporary storage folder while messages are being sent. Sent - Messages you sent are stored in this folder.
Messaging Using emoticons Liven up your messages using emoticons. There are some commonly used emoticons already on your phone. 1 When writing a new message, you can enter Emoticons from Insert in the options menu. 2 You can add a new emoticon by touching New emoticon. Changing your text message settings The basics Your GC900 message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. These settings can be changed based on your preferences.
Changing your multimedia message settings 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 The basics Your GC900 message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. These settings can be changed based on your preferences. In Setting tap select Message settings and Multimedia message. You can make changes to the following: Retrieval mode - Select Home network or Roaming network. If you then select Manual, you will only receive notifications about MMS messages.
Messaging Changing your other settings Scroll to Message settings on the Settings tab then: Voicemail - Touch New profile or to add a new Voicemail service. Contact your network operator for more information about the service they provide. Service message - Choose whether to receive or block service messages. You can also set message security levels by creating trusted and not trusted sender lists. Info. service - Choose your reception status, language and other settings.
Camera Taking a quick photo Once you’ve taken the photo 1 Press and hold down the camera key on the right side of the phone. 2 Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards the subject you want to take a picture of. 3 Press the capture button lightly and a focus box will appear in the centre of the viewfinder screen. 4 Position the phone so you can see the photo subject in the focus box. 5 When the focus box turns green, the camera has focused on your subject.
Camera Edit Touch to edit the image using various tools. 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. Getting to know the viewfinder Back - Touch here to return to the menu map. Switch mode - Change the mode between camera and video camera. Gallery - Touch this icon to view the gallery. Settings - Touch this icon to open the settings menu.
Using the flash 4 The flash status icon in the viewfinder will change, based on the new flash mode. 02 Adjusting the exposure 03 The exposure defines the difference between light and dark areas in an image. A low contrast image will appear foggy, whereas a high contrast image will appear much sharper. 1 Touch . 2 Slide the contrast indicator along for a lower the bar towards exposure and hazier image or for a higher exposure towards and a sharper image.
Camera Taking a continuous shot Using the advanced settings 1 From the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced settings options and select Continuous shot in shot mode menu. 2 Position the subject in the viewfinder and press the capture button as if taking a normal photo. 3 The camera will take shots in quick succession. From the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced settings options. You can change the camera setting by scrolling the wheel. After selecting the option, touch the OK button.
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 want to be included in a photo. Shot mode - Choose from the options: Normal - This is default shot type, the photo will be taken in normal way. Continuous shot - This enables you to take seven shots automatically in very quick succession. Art shot - Choose different picture effects. (Original, Warm, Cold, Black&White.
Camera ISO - The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera’s light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera will be. This is useful in darker conditions when you can not use the flash. Select the ISO value from Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1600. Image quality - Choose between Super fine, Fine and Normal. The finer the quality, the sharper the photo. However, the file size will increase as a result, which means you’ll be able to store fewer photos in your memory.
TIP! When you exit the camera all settings will return to their defaults, except image size and image quality. Any non-default settings will need to be reset, such as colour tone and ISO. Check these before you take your next photo. TIP! The settings menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change elements of the image colour or quality you will see a preview of the image change behind the settings menu.
Camera Choosing a colour effect Using the inner camera 1 Using the viewfinder, touch in the top left corner. 2 Select Color effect from the Preview menu. 3 There are four colour tone options: Sepia, Mono, Negative, and Emboss. 4 Once you’ve made your selection, the colour tone menu can be closed by selecting the OK button. You are then ready to take a picture. Your LG GC900 has an inner 640x480 camera for both video calls and taking photos.
3 After you’ve taken the photo you’ll be offered all the same options as for an image taken with the main camera. 4 To return to the main camera touch and then select Main from the Preview menu. Viewing your saved photos 1 You can access your saved photos from within the camera mode. Just touch and your gallery will appear on the screen.
Video camera Shooting a quick video 1 Press and hold down the camera key on the right side of the phone. 2 Then, touch Or, you can enter this menu directly by touching Video camera. 3 The video camera’s viewfinder will appear on the screen. 4 Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards the subject of the video. 5 Press the capture button once to start recording. 6 Rec will appear at the bottom of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video.
After shooting a video A still image representing your video will appear on the screen. The name of the video will be shown on the bottom of the screen, along with four icons on the right-hand side. Play Send Use Play Video name Touch to play the video. Send Touch to send the photo as a Message, Email, or Bluetooth. TIP! The great editing software on your LG GC900 is compatible with all video types except 720X480 (D1). Don‘t record in this format if you plan to edit your video.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Back - Touch here to return to the home screen. Start recording Gallery - Touch this icon to view the gallery. Settings - Touch this icon to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings on next page for details. Recording speed Flash status - Set or turn off the flash. Exposure - See Adjusting the Exposure on next page. Scene mode - Choose from Auto or Night. TIP! You can close all shortcut options to give a clearer viewfinder screen.
Adjusting the exposure The exposure defines the difference between light and dark areas in an image. A low contrast image will appear foggy, whereas a high contrast image will appear much sharper. 1 Touch . 2 Slide the exposure indicator for along the bar, towards a lower exposure and fuzzier for a higher image, or towards contrast and sharper image. Using the advanced settings 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Get creative Using the viewfinder, touch Settings to open all the advanced settings options.
Video camera Video quality - Choose between Super fine, Fine and Normal. The finer the quality, the sharper the video will be. The file size will increase as a result, meaning you’ll be able to store fewer videos in the phone’s memory. Duration - Set a duration limit for your video. Choose between Normal and MMS to limit the maximum size to send as an MMS. TIP! If you choose MMS duration, choosing a lower image quality will enable you to shoot a longer video.
Changing the video image size TIP! The great editing software on your LG GC900 is compatible with all video types except 720X480 (D1). Don‘t record in this format if you plan to edit your video. TIP! For video format conversion software, see the CD that came with your GC900. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Get creative The more pixels, the larger the file size, which means the files take up more memory space.
Video camera Choosing a colour tone Using the inner video camera 1 Using the viewfinder, touch in the top left corner. 2 Select Color effect from the Preview menu. 3 There are five colour tone options, Off, Sepia, Mono, Negative or Emboss. 4 Touch the colour tone you want to use. Your LG GC900 has an inner 320x240 camera for both video calls and recording videos. 1 To switch to the inner camera, touch then select Swap camera then Secondary from the Preview menu.
TIP! You can still alter the image size, colour effect, white balance and quality by touching Settings in the same way as when using the main camera. 01 02 03 04 Watching your saved videos 05 1 In the viewfinder, touch . 2 Your gallery will appear on the screen. 3 Touch a video once to bring it to the front of the gallery. It start to play by touching play icon.
Your photos and videos Viewing your photos and videos Using zoom when viewing a video or photo 1 Touch on the camera preview screen. 2 Your gallery will appear on the screen. 3 Touch the video or photo to open it fully. When viewing photos or videos, you can zoom in and out by pinching your fingers together or spreading them apart.
Setting a photo as wallpaper Editing your photos 1 Touch the photo you want to set as wallpaper to open it. 2 Touch the screen to open the options menu. 3 Touch Use as . 4 The screen will switch to portrait mode. You can zoom in and out the image. You can do lots of great things to your photos to change them, add to them or liven them up. 1 Open the photo you want to edit and touch Edit to show the options. 2 Touch the icons to alter your photo: Crop your photo.
Decorate your photo with stamps. Choose from the different stamps and touch your photo where you want to place them. Erase the editing you have done to the picture. You can choose the size of eraser you use. Touch to return to the gallery. Save Save the changes you made to the photos. Select to save the changes as an Original file or a New file. If you select New file enter a file name. Undo Erase the editing you have done to the photo. Image Touch to open further effect options including Rotate.
Adding text to a photo Adding an effect to a photo 1 From the editing screen, touch . 2 Select Text to add unframed text or choose one of the speech bubble shapes. 3 Enter your text using the keypad and touch Save. 4 Move the text by touching it and sliding it to where you want it. 1 From the editing screen, touch Filter . 2 You can apply any of the various options to the photo 3 To undo an effect simply touch Undo .
Adding a colour accent to a photo 1 From the editing screen, touch Image . 2 Choose Colour Accent. 3 Select part of the photo. A traced line will appear around everything in that area which is the same or a similar colour, for example, a person’s hair or jumper. 4 Alter the intensity of the accenting by touching Intensity and touch ‘+’ or ‘-’ button. 5 Touch OK. 6 All colour will be removed from the photo, apart from in the section marked for colour accenting. 7 Select Save to save the changes.
Editing your videos 01 The video editing features are available for MPEG4 types except 720x480 (D1) resolution. Don‘t record in these formats if you plan to edit your video. Save 02 Undo 03 Trim 04 Preview 05 Trimming the length of the video Merging two videos 06 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and choose Trim/ Multi-trim. 3 Touch and set the new start and end points using Trim . 4 Touch Preview to confirm you are satisfied with the new cut.
Merging a photo with a video Movie editor > Merge Save Undo File name 1 Duration : 00:00:40 File name 4 Duration : 00:00:40 Total : 00:01:20 Effect Preview 6 Press Save then New file to save the new merged video. Replace the existing file or save as a new file. 7 Repeat these steps to merge more videos. Get creative 68 LG GC900 | User Guide 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and choose Image merge. 3 The My images folder will open.
Adding text to a video 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and select Text overlay. 3 Touch and pause playback for setting the start point for text appearance. 4 Touch Start and choose the text styles. Enter your text using the keypad and select OK. 5 Touch the area of the screen you want the text to appear and touch OK. Save Undo Show text 02 Overlaying a photo 05 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and choose Image overlay.
6 Touch the area of the screen in which you want the text to appear. If the photo is too big it will overlay the whole screen, not just the selected area. 7 Touch Save. Replace the existing file or save as a new file. 8 Repeat these steps to add more photos. Adding a soundtrack to your video Get creative 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and choose Audio dubbing. 3 The My sounds folder will open. Choose the track you want to add to your video.
Changing the video speed Creating a movie 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. 2 Select Edit and choose Time scaling. 3 Select one of the options. This can vary depending on the frame rate. 4 Replace the original file or save as a new file. 1 Touch then select Movie maker in Camera menu from Multimedia tab. Adding a dimming effect 5 Touch the Preview button to see the results. 1 Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. Edit 2 Select and choose Dimming Effect.
Multimedia 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. To access the Multimedia menu, select Media Album touch from Multimedia tab. You can open a list of the folders that store all your multimedia files. TIP! To delete any files in then Delete.
Using an image Outgoing call image - Set an image to appear during outgoing calls. Incoming call image - Set an image to appear during incoming calls. 01 02 03 04 Printing an image 05 1 Touch then select Media Album from Multimedia tab. 2 Touch My images. 3 Select an image and touch . 4 Touch Print, then choose between Bluetooth and PictBridge. 06 07 08 Get creative You can choose images to use as wallpapers and screensavers, or even to identify a caller.
Multimedia Moving or copying an image Geo-tagging An image can be moved or copied between the phone memory and the memory card. You may want to do this to clear some space in one of the memories, or to safeguard your images against loss. 1 Touch then select Media Album from Multimedia tab. 2 Touch My images. 3 Touch . 4 Select Move or Copy. Turn on the camera and enjoy the capabilities of your phone’s locationbased services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location.
Sounds Videos The My sounds folder contains Downloaded sounds, Default sounds and Voice recordings. From here you can manage or send sounds or set them as ringtones. The My videos folder shows a list of videos you have downloaded or recorded on your phone. Watching a video 1 Touch then select Media Album on the Multimedia tab. 2 Touch My videos. 3 Select a video to play. Using a sound TIP! GC900 supports both DivX & Xvid video format playback to ensure greater content availability.
Multimedia Sending a video clip Playing a game 1 Select a video and touch . 2 Touch Send and choose between Message, Email, and Bluetooth. 3 If you choose Message or Email, your video clip will be attached to the message, which you can write and send as normal. If you choose Bluetooth, your phone will search for a device to send the video to. 1 Touch then select Games & Apps on the Multimedia tab. 2 Touch Games or Applications menu. 3 Touch Launch button to launch a game or an application.
Installing a Java game and application 1 Touch then select Media Album on the Multimedia tab. 2 If you insert new memory card, touch External Memory menu. 3 Select the file(*.jad or *.jar) you want to install and touch Install. Viewing an SWF/ SVG file 1 Touch then select Media Album from Multimedia tab. 2 Touch Flash contents. 3 Select the file you want to view. Documents This is possible with your Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Text and pdf files.
Multimedia Transferring a file to your phone Bluetooth is probably the easiest way of transferring a file from your computer to your phone. You can also use LG PC Suite via your sync cable. To transfer files (e.g. music) using Bluetooth: 1 Make sure your phone and computer have Bluetooth switched on and are within range of each other 2 Use your computer to send the file via Bluetooth. 3 When the file is sent, accept it on your phone by touching Yes.
Artists - Browse your music collection by artist. Albums - Browse your music collection by album. Genres - Browse your music collection by genre. Transferring music onto your phone 01 Playing a song 02 1 Touch then select Orange Music from the Multimedia tab. 2 Touch All tracks. 3 Select the song you want to play then touch . 4 Touch to pause the song. 5 Touch to skip to the next song. 6 Touch to go back to the previous song. 7 Touch to return to the Music menu.
Multimedia Creating a playlist Deleting a playlist You can create your own playlists by choosing a selection of songs from the All tracks folder. 1 Touch then select Orange Music from the Multimedia tab. 2 Touch the option icon. 3 Touch New playlist, enter the . playlist name and touch 4 The All tracks folder will be displayed. Touch all of the songs that you would like to include in your playlist; a tick will appear next to these track names. 5 Touch Add songs.
FM Radio Set as channel Listen via Volume Searching for stations You can tune your phone to radio stations by searching for them manually or automatically. They will then be saved to specific channel numbers, so you don’t have to keep re-tuning. You can store up to 30 channels on your phone. To tune automatically 1 Touch then select FM radio from Multimedia tab. 2 Touch . 3 Touch Auto scan then Yes. The stations found will be allocated to channel numbers in your phone by selecting Set, Skip and Stop.
Multimedia Listening to the radio 1 Touch then select FM radio from Multimedia tab. 2 Touch the channel number of the station you would like to listen to. TIP! To improve radio reception, extend the headset cord, which functions as the radio aerial. Warning! If you connect the headset not specifically made for it to the phone, the radio reception can be interfered.
Organiser Adding an event to your calendar TIP! You can enter holidays in your calendar. Individually touch each day of the holiday, and select then touch Set holiday. Each day will be marked in red. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Changing your default calendar view 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Organiser on the Utilities tab. Select Settings . in 2 Touch Default view and choose Calendar, Week, Timetable, List or All tasks.
Organiser Adding an item to your To Do list 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Organiser on the Utilities tab. 2 Select select New task and touch Note. 3 Set the date for the task, add notes, then select its priority level: High, Medium or Low. 4 Save the task by selecting . TIP! You can back up and synchronise your calendar with your computer(PC Sync).
Adding a memo 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Alarms on the Utilities tab. 2 If you want add a new alarm, touch New alarm. If you want to set the alarm to sound again within one hour, touch Quick alarm. 3 Set the time you would like the alarm to sound. 4 Choose whether you want the alarm to repeat, set the repeat and type. The icons indicate the weekday you select. 5 Select Sound/ Vibration to select the type of alarm you want. 6 Touch Alarm bell for selecting the alert melody or sound.
Organiser Voice recorder Sending the voice recording Use your voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. 1 Once you have finished recording, you can send the audio clip by touching Send. 2 Choose Message, Email or Bluetooth. If you choose Message or Email, the recording will be added to the message which you can write and send it as normal. If you choose Bluetooth, your phone will search for a device to send the voice recording to. Recording a sound or voice 1 Touch .
Using your calculator 1 From the home screen select , then scroll to Calculator on the Utilities tab. 2 Touch the number keys to enter numbers. 3 For simple calculations, touch the function you require (+, –, x or ÷), followed by =. 4 For more complex calculations, touch and choose between sin, cos, tan, deg, log, etc.. Converting a unit Using the stopwatch 1 From the home screen, select , then touch Utilities. 2 Select More > Stopwatch. 3 Touch Start to begin timing.
Organiser Adding a city to your world clock 1 From the home screen, select and scroll to World clock in the Utilities tab. 2 Touch the icon, followed by Add city. Start typing the name of the city you require, and it will be displayed on the screen. 3 Touch the city to select it. This will add it to your World time list.
PC Suite You can synchronise your PC with your phone. This will ensure all your important details and dates match, and also act as a back up to help your mind at ease. Caution! If installation guide message is not displayed in your PC, please check your CD-ROM setting on Windows. TIP! To do this, you will need to install the PC Suite application provided on the CD-ROM or available as a download from http://update.lgmobile. com. (From www.lgmobile.
PC Suite 3 Your phone and PC are now connected. Viewing phone files on your PC Backing up and restoring your phone‘s information 1 Connect your phone to your PC as outlined above. 2 Click on the Manage Files icon. 3 All the documents, flash contents, images, audio files and videos you have saved on your phone will be displayed on the screen in the LG Phone folder. 1 Connect your phone to your PC as outlined above. 2 Click on the Backup icon, and select Backup or Restore.
4 Click on File and select Save. You can now select where you want to save your contacts to. NOTE: To back up contacts saved to your SIM card, click on the SIM card folder on the left side of the PC screen. Right click on one of your contacts and choose Select all, then Copy or Move to phone memory. Right-click your contacts and select Copy to contact. Now click on the Handset folder on the left side of the screen and all your numbers will be displayed.
PC Suite 5 The PC will prompt you to launch your preferred music management software. 6 Select Windows Media Player. 7 Go to the Sync Tab, then drag and drop the music you wish to transfer to your handset into the Sync List pane. 8 Click on Start Sync button. This starts the transfer process. WARNING Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer. Get organised NOTE: Music Sync is only available for music contents.
TIP! To install the iSync menu in Macintosh PC, please visit the website www.lgmobile.com and download the plug-in for iSync. NOTE: When using Bluetooth, you have to select iSync on in option menu. DivX Converter ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.
The web Orange World 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 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Orange World on the Communication tab. 2 To go straight to the browser home page, select Home. Alternatively, select Enter address and type in the URL, followed by Connect.
Using the RSS reader Accessing a saved page RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a family of web feed formats used to publish frequently updated content, such as blog entries, news headlines or podcasts. An RSS document, called a feed, web feed or channel, contains either a summary of content from an associated website or its full text. RSS makes it possible for people to keep up-to-date with their favourite web sites in an automated way that is easier than checking manually.
The web Changing web browser settings 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Connectivity on the Settings tab. 2 Select Browser settings. 3 You can edit the Profiles, Appearance settings, Cache/ Cookies, Security or Reset settings. 4 You can simply set these on or off by touching the switch icon. Using your phone as a modem Your GC900 can be used as a modem for your PC, giving you email and internet access even when you don’t have any wired connection.
Using Bluetooth: 1 Ensure Bluetooth is switched On and Visible for both your PC and GC900. 2 Pair your PC and GC900 so that a passcode is required to connect them. 3 Use the Connection wizard on your LG PC Suite to create an active Bluetooth connection. 4 Click Communication on your PC. Then click Setting. 5 Click Modem. 6 Choose Standard Modem over Bluetooth link and click OK. It will now appear on the screen. 7 Click Connect and your PC will connect via your GC900.
Settings This folder lets you adapt your settings to personalise your GC900. Changing your screen settings Settings 1 From the home screen, select then scroll to Screen settings on the Settings tab. 2 You can choose the option menu from: Wallpaper - Choose an image for locking, switching the phone on or off, or making or receiving a call. NOTE: The setting will be reset if you select Reset menu. Homescreens - Widget/ Contact/ Multimedia/ Shortcut Lock screen - Choose the clock type on the lock screen.
3 You can then change all sounds and alert options available in the list, including your Voice/Video ringtone, Volume, Message alerts and others. Changing your phone settings 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Settings Use the freedom of adapting the GC900 to your own preferences. 1 From the home screen, select then scroll to Phone settings on the Settings tab.
Settings Proximity sensor Proximity calibration Proximity Sensor Settings When receiving and making calls, this sensor automatically turns the backlighting off and locks the touch keypad by sensing objects when the phone is near the ear. This makes the battery life last longer and prevents the touch keypad from malfunctioning through automatic key locking during calls. Users, therefore, do not have the inconvenience of unlocking the phone when searching the phonebook during calls.
Changing your touch settings Changing your connectivity settings From the home screen select then scroll to Phone settings > Touch settings on Settings tab. Touch vibration - Change the type of vibration. Vibration type - Vibration 1/2/3 Vibration volume - Controls the strength of vibration. Touch sound - Change the tone when touching the screen. Sound - Sound 1/2/3 Volume - Controls the volume of tone.
Settings GPS GPS technology uses information from earth-orbiting satellites to find locations. A receiver estimates the distance to GPS satellites based on the time it takes for signals to reach them, then uses that information to identify its location. This can take up to several minutes to find your location. Stand Alone GPS Receiver – The technology that communicates to the GPS Satellites to determine current location.
There are two types of GPS Navigation Software: - Maps stored on Handset/ Memory Card where no Data connection is required. A third party may provide this solution. - Maps stored on Server where all mapping information is streamed to the handset over a data connection (charges may apply). This has the benefit of the maps being regularly updated and can contain other useful information such as petrol prices, parking and weather.
Settings Java settings - Allows you to set profiles for connections made by Java programs and to view certificates. Using memory manager Your GC900 has three available memories: the phone itself, the SIM Card and an external memory card (which you may need to purchase separately). You can use memory manager to determine how each memory is used and see how much space is available. From the home screen select then scroll to Phone settings on the Settings tab. Select Memory info..
Using flight mode Turn flight mode on by selecting then Settings. Touch Profiles and select Flight mode. Flight mode prevents you making calls, connecting to the Internet, sending messages or using Bluetooth. Sending and receiving files using Bluetooth TIP! Check the progress bar to make sure your file has been sent. To receive a file: 1 To receive files your Bluetooth must be set to On. See Changing your Bluetooth settings below for more information.
Settings 3 You will see where the file has been saved and choose to View the file or Use as. Files will usually be saved to the appropriate folder in My stuff. Changing your Bluetooth settings Settings 1 From the home screen select then scroll to Bluetooth on the Settings tab. 2 Touch . Make your changes to: My device information - Enter a name for your GC900. My device visibility - Choose to be Visible, Hidden or Visible for 1 min. Remote SIM mode on - Activate the remote SIM mode.
4 Choose the device you want to pair with and enter a passcode, then touch OK. 5 Your phone will then connect to the other device, on which you will need to enter the same passcode. 6 Your passcode-protected Bluetooth connection is now ready. Using a Bluetooth headset 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 1 Check that your Bluetooth is On. 2 Follow the instructions that came with your headset to put it in pairing mode and pair your devices. 3 The headset will be automatically switched to Headset profile.
Wi-Fi Wireless Manager allows you to manage Internet connections per Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) on your device. It allows the phone to connect to local wireless networks, or access the Internet wirelessly. Wi-Fi is faster and has a greater range than Bluetooth wireless technology and can be used for fast emailing and Internet browsing. NOTE: The GC900 supports WEP, WPA-PSK/2 encryption, and not EAP, WPS encryption.
enter the Security key when connecting to an AP with that Security type. 3) If the AP does not support DHCP, you can connect to the AP using a static IP address. 2 Description of each field in the Wi-Fi profile. 1) Network name: SSID (ID) 2) Security type: WEP, WPA-PSK/2 support. 3) Security key: saves the security key. 4) IP/DNS setting: this allows you to set to Automatic or Static depending on whether the AP supports DHCP.
Phone Software update LG Mobile Phone Software upgrade in web site For more information and using this function, Please visit LGmobile. com site Settings path: http://www.lgmobile.com - select country – Products menu - Manual & software menu This Feature allows you to upgrade your software to the latest version and conveniently on the internet without needing to visit our service center.
Accessories There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone, which may be sold separately. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Consult your local dealer for availability. (Items described below may be optional.) 01 02 03 Charger Battery Data cable and CD Connect and synchronise your GC900 and PC. 04 05 06 07 08 Stereo headset User Guide Learn more about your GC900.
Network service Technical data The wireless phone described in this guide is approved for use on E-GSM 900, DCS 1800, GSM 850, PCS 1900 and W-CDMA networks. A number of features included in this guide are called Network Services. These are special services that you arrange through your wireless service provider. Before you can take advantage of any of these Network Services, you must subscribe to them through your service provider and obtain instructions for their use from your service provider.
E-GSM 900 / DCS 1800 / GSM 850 / PCS 1900 Quad Band and WCDMA Terminal Equipment GC900 R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC EN 301 489-1 V1.6.1 / EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1 / EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 / EN 301 489-19 V1.2.1 / EN 301 489-24 V1.3.1 EN 60950-1: 2001 EN 50360 / EN62209-1: 2006 EN 301 511 V9.0.2 / EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1 / EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1 EN 300 328 V1.7.
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 Guidelines Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information This mobile phone model GC900 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements 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. Guidelines • 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.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • 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 or moisture. • Use the accessories like earphones cautiously. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
• 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 with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Blasting area Children Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules. Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached. Potentially explosive atmospheres Emergency calls • Do not use the phone at a refueling point. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
• 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 maybe recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing. • Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximize usability. • Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.
Trouble Shooting 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. Trouble shooting Message Possible causes Possible Solutions SIM error There is no SIM card in the phone or it is inserted incorrectly. Make sure the SIM card is correctly inserted. No network connection Signal weak Outside GSM network area Move towards a window or into an open area.
Message Possible Solutions Battery totally empty Charge battery. Temperature out of range Make sure the ambient temperature is right, wait for a while, and then charge again. Contact problem Check the power supply and connection to the phone. Check the battery contacts and clean them if necessary. No mains voltage Plug in to a different socket or check the voltage. Charger defective If the charger does not warm up, replace it. Wrong charger Only use original LG accessories.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS : LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed phone and its enclosed accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship according to the following terms and conditions: (1) The limited warranty for the product extends the warranty period beginning on the date of purchase of the product.
(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship. (4) A warranty repair if the Customer Service Department at LG or other agreed service agent was not notified by the consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period. (5) Products which have had the serial number or IMEI number removed or made illegible.
