LG LG-E445 User manual

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Service Manual
LG-E445
Date : April, 2013 / Issue 0.9
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Table Of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................... 3
1.1 Purpose ........................................................................................................3
1.2 Regulatory Information.........................................................................3
1.3 Specications.............................................................................................5
2. PERFORMANCE...................................................................... 8
2.1 Product Name............................................................................................8
2.2 Supporting Standard..............................................................................8
2.3 Main Parts : GSM Solution.....................................................................8
2.4 HW Features ...............................................................................................9
2.5. HW SPEC .................................................................................................. 11
2.6 E445 Figures ............................................................................................ 24
3. CIC AND SERVICE CENTER ..........................................................25
3.1 CIC FAQ...................................................................................................... 25
4. TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................... 26
4.1 WCDMA Rx Part Troubleshooting................................................... 26
4.2 WCDMA Tx Part Trouble...................................................................... 50
4.3 GSM Rx Part Troubleshooting .......................................................... 78
4.4 GSM Tx Part Troubleshooting.........................................................100
4.5. Power ......................................................................................................116
4.6 Charging .................................................................................................121
4.7. USB TS .....................................................................................................123
4.8. Audio TS .................................................................................................124
4.9 6 AXIS Sensor on/o TS.....................................................................134
4.10 Proximity Sensor on/o TS............................................................137
4.11 Touch Sensor Trouble Shooting..................................................139
4.12 Vibrator Trouble Shooting.............................................................141
4.13 3M Main Camera TS .........................................................................143
4.14 Main LCD TS ........................................................................................145
4.15 BT/Wi TS .............................................................................................148
4.16 GPS TS....................................................................................................151
4.17 FM TS......................................................................................................154
5. DOWNLOAD.......................................................................156
6. BLOCK DIAGRAM..............................................................176
7. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ............................................................185
8. BGA PIN MAP .....................................................................192
9. PCB LAYOUT.......................................................................198
10. CALIBRATION...................................................................201
11. HIDDEN MENU.................................................................221
12. DISASSEMBLE GUIDE......................................................245
13. EXPLODED VIEW & REPLACEMENT PART LIST .............251

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1. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
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This manual provides the information necessary to repair, calibration, description and download the features
of this model.
1.1 Purpose
Toll fraud, the unauthorized use of telecommunications system by an unauthorized part (for example,
persons other than your company’s employees, agents, subcontractors, or person working on your
company’s behalf) can result in substantial additional charges for your telecommunications services.
System users are responsible for the security of own system. There are may be risks of toll fraud associated
with your telecommunications system. System users are responsible for programming and configuring
the equipment to prevent unauthorized use. The manufacturer does not warrant that this product is
immune from the above case but will prevent unauthorized use of common carrier
telecommunication service of facilities accessed through or
connected to it. The manufacturer will not be responsible for any charges that result from such
unauthorized use.
1.2 Regulatory Information
A. Security
B. Incidence of Harm
If a telephone company determines that the equipment provided to customer is faulty and possibly
causing harm or interruption in service to the telephone network, it should disconnect telephone
service until repair can be done. A telephone company may temporarily disconnect service as long as repair
is not done.
C. Changes in Service
A local telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities or procedure. If these
changes could reasonably be expected to affect the use of the phones or compatibility with the net work,
the telephone company is required to give advanced written notice to the user, allowing the user to take
appropriate steps to maintain telephone service.
D. Maintenance Limitation
Maintenance limitations on the phones must be performed only by the manufacturer or its authorized agent.
The user may not make any changes and/or repairs expect as specifically noted in this manual. Therefore,
note that unauthorized alternations or repair may affect the regulatory status of the system and may void any
remaining warranty.
E. Notice of Radiated Emission
This model complies with rules regarding radiation and radio frequency emission as defined by local
regulatory agencies. In accordance with these agencies, you may be required to provide information such as
the following to the end user.
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ATTENTION
H. Electrostatic Sensitive Devices
Boards, which contain Electrostatic Sensitive Device (ESD), are indicated by the sign. Following
information is ESD handling:
• Service personnel should ground themselves by using a wrist strap when exchange system boards.
• When repairs are made to a system board, they should spread the floor with anti-static mat which is
also grounded.
• Use a suitable, grounded soldering iron.
• Keep sensitive parts in these protective packages until these are used.
• When returning system boards or parts like EEPROM to the factory, use the protective package as
described.
1. Introduction
A phone may interfere with sensitive laboratory equipment, medical equipment, etc. Interference from
unsuppressed engines or electric motors may cause problems.
G. Interference and Attenuation
F. Pictures
The pictures in this manual are for illustrative purposes only; your actual hardware may look slightly
different.

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KEY FEATURES
•Android 4.1-(Jelly Bean)
•3.8” Touch Screen HVGA (480 x 320)
• 3MP FF with flash
•3G Mobile Hotspot
ENHANCED USER EXPERIENCE
•Android 4.1
• Proximity Sensor – locks the touch screen and buttons while talking on the phone
•Motion Sensor – Electronic compass , Accelerometer and Gyroscope
• USB Charging via Computer
• Airplane Mode (RF Off)
DESIGN
•Sleek and Stylish Design
• 3.8“ HVGA LCD Screen
• Capacitive Touch Screen – Glass with fast and accurate response
• Micro USB/Charging Port
1. Introduction
1.3 Specification
1.3 Specication

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• 3MP FF with flash
• Camera Resolutions: 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960 Pixels
•Image Editor: zoom, rotate, crop images
• Brightness, ISO, White Balance,* Color Effects, Timer
• Cheese shutter – take photo with voice command.
• Video Resolutions: 640 x 480 320 x 240 176 x 144 Pixels
CAMERA/VIDEO
MULTIMEDIA
• Music Player for MP3, WMA, and Unprotected AAC
•Stereo Sound via Headset or Bluetooth
•Music Library – Organized by Artists, Albums, Songs, and Playlists
• Repeat and Shuffle Music Playback Modes
BLUETOOTH®
• Version: 3.0
• Supported Profiles: headset, hands-free, object push, advanced audio distribution (stereo), audio/video
remote control, file transfer, phone book access, message access, serial port
• Listen to Music with Optional Stereo Bluetooth Headset**
• Send User-Generated Pictures (JPEG) and Videos via Bluetooth Wireless Technology
*Depends on available memory.
**Accessories sold separately.
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1. Introduction
• 3MP FF with flash
• Camera Resolutions: 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960 Pixels
•Image Editor: zoom, rotate, crop images
• Brightness, ISO, White Balance,* Color Effects, Timer
• Cheese shutter – take photo with voice command.
• Video Resolutions: 640 x 480 320 x 240 176 x 144 Pixels
CAMERA/VIDEO
MULTIMEDIA
• Music Player for MP3, WMA, and Unprotected AAC
•Stereo Sound via Headset or Bluetooth
•Music Library – Organized by Artists, Albums, Songs, and Playlists
• Repeat and Shuffle Music Playback Modes
BLUETOOTH®
• Version: 3.0
• Supported Profiles: headset, hands-free, object push, advanced audio distribution (stereo), audio/video
remote control, file transfer, phone book access, message access, serial port
• Listen to Music with Optional Stereo Bluetooth Headset**
• Send User-Generated Pictures (JPEG) and Videos via Bluetooth Wireless Technology
*Depends on available memory.
**Accessories sold separately.

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VOICE/AUDIO
• One-Touch Speakerphone*
•Speaker-Independent Voice Commands
•Voice-Activated Dialing
•Text to Speech
• MP3 Music Ringer Support
TOOLS & DATA
•Android Apps: Alarm/Clock, Browser, Calculator, Calendar (Corporate or Google), Camera, Contacts,
Email, Gallery, Gmail, Google+, Maps, Messaging, Messenger, Music Player, Phone, Places, Play Books,
Play Movies, Play Music, Play Store, Talk, Video Player, Voice Recorder, Youtube
•Navigation – spoken turn-by-turn directions showing real-time traffic
•Wi-Fi Connectivity – IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
•A-GPS Support for Enhanced Location Accuracy
1. Introduction
SPECIFICATIONS
• Technology: GSM/WCMDA
• Frequencies: GSM 850,900,1800,1900
•WCDMA 2100, 900
• Data Transmission: WCMDA, GPRS
• Dimensions: 112.5 X 64.7 X 11.9(mm)
•Display: 3.8" , HVGA (480 x 320) pixels
• Standard Battery: 1,700 [mAh]
ACCESSORIES
•Standard Battery
• Travel Adapter and USB Cable*
•Stereo Headset

2. PERFORMANCE
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2.1 Product Name
LG-E445 : WCDMA 900//2100+GSM850/EGSM/DCS/PCS
(HSUPA 5.8Mbps(cat6)/HSDPA 21Mbps(cat14)/GPRS Class33/EDGE Class33)
2.2 Supporting Standard
LG-E440 Product SPEC
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2.1 Product Name
LG-E440 : WCDMA 900//2100+GSM850/EGSM/DCS/PCS
(HSUPA 5.8Mbps(cat6)/HSDPA 21Mbps(cat14)/GPRS Class33/EDGE Class33)
2.2 Supporting Standard
Supporting Standard
WCDMA(FDD1,8)/EGSM/GSM850/DCS1800/PCS1900
with seamless handover
Phase 2+(include AMR)
SIM Toolkit : Class 1, 2, 3, C-E
Frequency Range
WCDMA(FDD1) TX : 1920 – 1980 MHz
WCDMA(FDD1) RX : 2110 – 2170 MHz
WCDMA(FDD8) TX : 880 – 915 MHz
WCDMA(FDD8) RX : 925 – 960 MHz
EGSM TX : 880 – 915 MHz
EGSM RX : 925 – 960 MHz
GSM850 TX : 824 – 849 MHz
GSM850 RX : 869 – 894 MHz
GSM900 TX : 880 – 915 MHz
GSM900 RX : 925 – 960 MHz
DCS1800 TX :1710 – 1785 MHz
DCS1800 RX : 1805 – 1880 MHz
PCS1900 TX : 1850 – 1910 MHz
PCS1900 RX : 1930 – 1990 MHz
Application Standard
2.3 Main Parts : GSM Solution
Item Part Name Comment
AP Chip MT6575 (MTK)
CP Chip MT6162 (MTK)
2.3 Main Parts : GSM Solution

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LG-E440 Product SPEC
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2.4 HW Features
List Type / Spec.
1. Phone Type DOP Type
2. Size 112.5 x 64.7 x 11.9 (mm)
3. Weight 110g
4. Battery 1,700mAh ( typ.), 1,650mAh(min) (Li-Ion)
5.Chipset MT6575,
6. Memory 4GB(EMMC) +4Gb(LPDDR2)
7. LCD
Size 3.8 inch
Dot 320(H) X 480(V)
Color 16.7M colors
Display Type Active matrix TFT, Transmissive Type
NTSC Typ. 70%
Contrast Ratio Typ. 1000:1
Pixel Pitch 0. 055mm X 0.167mm (151.8ppi)
Color temperature 5000 ~ 9000(K) ( typ. 6500K)
8. Main Camera (3M)
Type CMOS image sensor
Resolution 2048(H) X 1536(V) pixels.
Frame Rate 15 fps@ QXGA, 30 fps@ XGA
View Angle 65°
Image Scaling Down 3M, 2M,1M,VGA
Pixel x size 1.4um x1.4um

2. PERFORMANCE
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10. Audio
1) MIDI MIDI
2) Mono 18 X 10 X 3T Speaker, Receiver Dual mode
3) Receiver 18 X 10 X 3T Speaker, Receiver Dual mode
11. Bluetooth
Effective Distance 10M
Distance 0 m ~ 10 m (depend on environment)
12. WLAN
standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Throughput Max 40Mbps (SDIO Driver performance)
depend on environment 0 ~ 50m (depend on environment)
13. GPS type A-GPS, GNSS