LG GU285f User manual

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USER GUIDEGU285f
This document is the user guide for the LG GU285f 3G
Video Mobile Phone. All rights for this document are
reserved by LG Electronics. Copying, modifying and
distributing this document without the consent of LG
Electronics are prohibited.
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/CE.
2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the
municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or the local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact
your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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 digital
device, 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 harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not 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 to
which 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 Compliance
This 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 Operation
This 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 contain
metallic components.

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Parts of the phone
Open view
GU285f Features
GU285f Features
Earpiece
OK (Conrm) key
Navigation keys
vIn standby mode:
l Profiles popup
r Write Text message
u
Quick menu
d
Contact list
vIn menu: Navigates
menus.
Multitasking key
VGA camera
LCD screen
vTop: Icons showing signal
strength, battery level and
various other functions
vBottom: Soft key indications
Camera Hot key
vGo to Camera preview
Alpha numeric keys
vIn standby mode:
Input numbers to dial.
Hold down:
0 for international calls.
1 to dial voice mail centre.
2 to 9 for speed dials.
vIn editing mode: Enter
numbers & characters.

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GU285f Features
Clear key
You can delete a letter or go back to
previous menu.
Left soft key/ Right soft key
Performs the function indicated at the
bottom of the display.
Send key
vDials a phone number and answers a call.
vIn standby mode: Shows a history of calls
made, received, and missed.
Call End key
vYou can end a call.
vYou can go back to standby mode by
pressing this key when activating the
menu.

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GU285f Features
GU285f Features
Headset/Charger/
Cable connector
Side keys
Handstrap Hole
microSD card slot
Right side view Left side view

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GU285f Features
Rear view
Battery cover
Battery
External
camera lens
USIM card
socket

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Getting Started
Getting Started
Installing the USIM card
and battery
1. Installing the USIM card.
Your USIM card contains your phone
number, service details and contacts
and must be inserted into your handset.
If your USIM card is removed then your
handset becomes unusable (except
for emergency calls) until a valid one is
inserted. Always disconnect the charger
and other accessories from your handset
before inserting and removing your USIM
card. Slide the USIM card into the USIM
card holder. Make sure that the USIM card
is properly inserted and the gold contact
area on the card is facing downwards. To
remove the USIM card, press down lightly
and pull it in the reverse direction.
To insert the USIM card
To remove the USIM card
Note
vThe metal contact of the USIM card
can easily be damaged by scratches.
Pay special attention to the USIM
card while handling. Follow the
instructions supplied with the USIM
card.
vAfter removing the battery, insert
USIM card.

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Getting Started
2. Installing the battery.
Slide the battery upwards until it snaps
back into place.
3. To remove the battery.
Turn the power off. (If the power is left on,
there is a chance you could lose the stored
telephone numbers and messages.)
Press and hold down the battery release
button and slide the battery down.

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Getting Started
Getting Started
Charging the Battery
Before connecting the travel adapter to the
phone you must first install the battery.
1. With the arrow facing you as shown in
the diagram push the plug on the battery
adapter into the socket on the right side
of the phone until it clicks into place.
2. Connect the other end of the travel
adapter to the mains socket.
Note
vOnly use the charger included in the
box.
3. The moving bars on the battery icon will
stop after charging is complete.
4. Ensure the battery is fully charged before
using the phone for the first time.
CAUTION!
• Do not force the connector as this may
damage the phone and/or the travel
adapter.
• If you use the battery pack charger when
abroad, use an attachment plug adaptor
for the proper configuration.
• Do not remove your battery or the USIM
card while charging.
WARNING!
• Unplug the power cord and charger
during lightning storms to avoid electric
shock or fire.
• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such
as animal teeth or nails, come into contact
with the battery. This may cause a fire.