LG Incite GW825 User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact LG Incite Windows Mobile Smartphone,
designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology.
This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all
the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty for this
equipment.
Introduction
Introduction
GW825

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.

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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LG Incite Features
LG Incite Features
Phone Components
MicroSD Card Slot
Camera key
Press this key to activate camera.
Side Keys
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When the screen is idle:
Volume of key tone
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During a call:
volume of the earpiece lock.
Touch Screen
Use to write, draw, or make
a selection with the stylus.
Send Key
Dials a phone number and
answers incoming calls.
End Key
Ends or rejects a call.
Microphone
Earpiece
Proximity Sensor
3.5 mm Hands free connector/
Charger/cable Connector
ALC Sensor

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LG Incite Features
LG Incite Features
How to hold your LG Incite
In order to allow better RF antenna sensitivity LG suggest that you hold the
handset as depicted in the figure below.
Please do not cover the RF antenna area with your hand during a call and using a
bluetooth connection. It may degrade speech quality.
SIM card slot
Battery Terminals
External Camera Lens

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LG Incite Features
vThis product’s keys on the LCD screen are touch keys.
vBe sure to read “Cautions for Touch Keys” before using this product.
Cautions for Touch Keys
1. Make sure your hands are clean and dry.
vRemove all moisture from the surface of your hands or the touch keys in a humid environment.
and the home screen light will turn back on(touch keys do not work when
the touch key lights are off).

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LG Incite Features
LG Incite Features
5. Touch keys may not work normally if a mobile phone case or plastic cover is covering them.
6. Keep metal and other conductive materials away from the surface of the touch keys, as contact with
them may result in an error.
7. This phone allows to use a pen or a stylus to select Menu. Also you can use your finger to select Menu.
Use the tip of your finger may not press the key correctly.
8. Touch key cannot be activated properly in hot and humid environment.

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

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Getting Started
Getting Started
2. Installing the battery.
Insert the Battery into the battery compartment as the metal contacts meet in the middle of the phone.
Push down the top of the battery until it snaps into place. Place the battery cover to the phone as shown.
Charging the Battery
Before connecting the charger to the phone you must first check the battery is installed.

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Getting Started
<Charging mode>
1.
When you recharge your phone after the device is switched off, the phone's LED lights up red and
displays a charging animation.
2. When the phone is fully charged, the LED lights up green and the animation stops.
3. When the battery is fully discharged, the LED light blinks and the charging animation is no longer
displayed.
4. When the LED is blinking, you cannot power on the phone.
5. As soon as the charg power reaches 1% (takes 1 or 2 minutes), the LED stops blimking and the
charging animation is displayed. Now you can power on the phone.
6. If you press and hold the power button for approx. 2 seconds in the charging mode, the phone turns on.
CAUTION!
• When you charge a fully discharged battery, it may take over a minute for the display to respond.
This is not a malfunction but completely normal.
(If using a USB cable, it may take over 10 minutes.)
• Do not force the connector as this may damage the phone and/or the charger.
• If you use the charger out of your own country, use an attachment plug adaptor for the proper
configuration.
• Do not remove your battery or the SIM card while charging.
• There is risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the maker's instructions.
WARNNING
• Unplug the charger from the mains and phone 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. There is a risk of this causing a fire.

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Getting Started
Getting Started
Disconnecting the Charger
Disconnect the travel adapter from the phone as shown in the diagram.
Make sure you pull the plug, not the cord.
How to Use a MicroSD Memory Card (Optional)
<MicroSD memory card>

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Getting Started
<How to insert a microSD memory card>
1.
Lift the plastic cover which protects the microSD slot.
2. Insert the memory card into the slot with the metal contacts facing down. Do not force the memory
card into the slot, if the card does not slide in easily, please check that the card is being inserted the
correct way or if there is a foreign object in the slot.
3. Once inserted, push the memory card until you hear a Click , meaning that the microSD has been
correctly engaged.
4. Close the plastic slot protection.
5. Do not remove the memory card when reading/writing the memory card.
Attention:
vAvoid using the microSD memory card when the battery is low.
vWhen saving to the card, wait for the operation to complete before removing the card.
vThe card is designed to fit easily into the slot.
vDo not bend the card or force it into the slot.
vDo not insert any memory cards other than microSD.
Supports up to 32GB microSD. For more information on the microSD, please refer to the memory card
instruction manual.

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Memory Card Formatting
Before you start to use the memory card you have to format it. A message will pop up after you insert the
memory card notifying you to format the memory card.
Note
vUsually the microSD has already been formatted.
Turn the Device On and Off
To turn on the device, press the button. When you turn on the device for the first time, you are
asked to complete a calibration process. For more information, see “Calibrate the device” on next page.
To turn off the device, press again.
Reset the Device
Occasionally you may need to reset your device. A normal (or soft) reset of your device clears all active
program memory and shuts down all active programs. This can be useful when the device is running
slower than normal, or a program is not performing properly. A soft reset is also necessary after the
installation of some programs. If a soft reset is performed when programs are running, unsaved work will
be lost.
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Getting Started
You can also perform a hard reset (also known as a full reset). A hard reset should be performed only if
a normal reset does not solve a system problem. After a hard reset, the device is restored to its default
settings—the way it was when you first purchased it and turned it on. Any programs you installed, data
you entered, and settings you customized on the device will be lost.
To perform a soft reset
• Find out Soft reset key which is small hole at the left side of your device shown enclosed by circles in
the picture below.
Use the stylus to press the reset key and hold it for a while. Your device may shut down. Press the
POWER button, the device restarts and displays the Today screen.
A soft reset of your device clears all active program memory and shuts down all active programs. This
can be useful when your device is running slower than normal, or a program is not performing properly.
A soft reset is also necessary after the installation of some programs. If a soft reset is performed when
programs are running, unsaved work will be lost.

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To perform a hard reset
• A Hard Reset should only be performed after all other trouble shooting options have been exhausted.
After a hard reset, the device is restored to its default settings - the way it was when you first
purchased it and turned it on. Any programs you installed, data you entered, and settings you
customized on your device will be lost.
1. Power the device ON
2. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clear Storage .
3. Enter 1234 for the password twice.
4. Press Enter.
5. Select what to reset.
You have to enter your password and confirm again for hard reset. However when you forget your
password, the only way to hard reset the device is via the hard key sequence.
1. Power the device OFF.
2. Press and hold the following hard keys in sequence.
+ +
Keep pressing keys until your LCD screen turns on.
Align screen will appear if you success hard key reset.
Calibrate the Device
Calibrating the device screen involves tapping with the stylus the center
of a cross as it moves around the screen. This process ensures that
when you tap the screen with your stylus, the tapped item is activated.
If your device does not accurately respond to screen taps, follow these
steps to re-calibrate it:
1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Screen .
2. On the Genera l tab, tap Align Screen , and follow the instructions
on the screen. After calibration is completed, Align screen reappears.
Click OK on upper right corner to return to setting mode.
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Manage Screen Settings
The device touch screen has three orientation modes: Portrait, Landscape
(right-handed), and Landscape (left-handed). Portrait mode allows you
to get a better view or a better operation of certain programs on your
device, while Landscape mode may be optimal for viewing longer text
files.
vTo change the orientation, tap
Start > Settings > System tab >
Screen > General tab, and select the orientation you want.
If the Accelerometer Sensor is turned on (check ( LG Menu ) >
Settings > Sensor > Accelerometer Sensor ), the rotation sensor
automatically perceives the orientation of your device and changes
the screen display accordingly.
Landscape mode Portrait mode
vTo smooth the edges of screen fonts for many programs, on the
ClearType tab(tap Start > Settings >
System tab > Screen ), select the Enable ClearType check box.
vTo increase the readability or to see more content on the screen, on the
Text Size tab
(tap Start > Settings > System tab > Screen ), adjust the text size by moving the slider.

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Screen information
Screen information
Icon Description
Touch to see your favorites menu.
Used to start up the browser.
Used to see view new emails.
Used to view New Text Messages.
You can activate various functions related to messages.
Used to enter LG Menu directly.
The Today Screen
Customising the Today screen
The Today screen displays important information, such as upcoming appointments and status indicators.
You can tap a section on the screen to open the associated program.
vTo access the Today screen, tap (
LG Menu ) > Settings > Today > Items tab.
You can select the item you want to appear on the Today screen. To change its position, tap
Move up or
Move Down . If you want to customise the further task and appointment information by tapping Options .
Check the
Today timeout select the number of hours from the drop down list. If you don't use your phone
after the specified length of time has elapsed, the screen switches to the Today screen.
vTo synchronise the Today screen display, including the background image, tap (
LG Menu ) >
Settings > Today > Appearance tab.
You can select the desired theme for the background. If you use your own background image, tap the
Use
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vTo change the Toolbar buttons, tap (
LG Menu ) > Settings > Today
> Toolbar tab.
You can change the icon and function of each button on the Toolbar.
- [Email] This button displays the count of unread emails.
- [Messaging] This button display the count of unread SMS/MMS
messages.
- Tab 5 cannot be changed and is set to the LG Menu.
Default MS Today Screen
On the Today screen, you can see important and recent information
for the day.
1. Start button: Shows the Start menu that you can use directly.
2. LG date/ time: Shows today's date and current time. Tap to
select the clock type.
3. Phone information: Wireless Manager / Bluetooth phone on or
off.
4. Service provider name: Shows your service provider's name.
5. Unread message: You can see the unread message from the
Inbox account.
6. Get Xpress Mail: You can install the Xpress Mail application.
7. Upcoming Appointments: You can see the upcoming schedule.
8. No new missed calls: You can see the missed call history.
9. IM: Take syou to the Instant Message program menu.
10. Indicators: Connectivity, SIM card, Volume and Battery indicator.
11. Weather: You can check today's weather. Tap to see more detail weather forecast.
12. Calendar: Link to Calendar
13. Contacts: Link for Contacts list
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Screen information
Screen information
Indicators
The following are some of the status icons that you may see on your device.
Icon Description
Bluetooth Hands-Free connection established
Bluetooth Hands-Free channel opened
Bluetooth High Quality Audio channel opened
Indicates the remained battery power
Indicates the battery is very low
Battery charging
Sound on
Sound off
Ringer in vibration mode
Connection is active
Connection is not active
Synchronization in progress
Synchronization error
Indicates maximum signal strength
No signal
Indecates Bluetooth service
No phone service
Searching for phone service
Voice call in progress

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Icon Description
Calls are forwarded
Call on hold
Missed call or rejected call
GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) available
EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates For Global Evolution) available
WCDMA or HSDPA available
New e-mail or text messages
New voice mail
There are more notifications. Tap the icon to view all
SIM is not inserted. You can not use Network service without SIM
Shows the list of running Applications by tapping this indicator