LG GS290-Green Owner's Manual

5   Connect the phone to your PC. Your phone will read: 

Connected.

 WARNING

Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer.

From the home screen select 

, then scroll through 

Connectivity in the Settings tab.
Select USB connection mode and choose Music sync.
Connect your handset and PC using a compatible USB 
cable.
When you try to connect the handset to your PC, your 
handset will read: “Music Sync“ followed by Connected.
The PC will prompt you to launch your preferred music 
management software.
Select Window Media Player.
Go to the Sync Tab, then drag and drop the music you wish 
to transfer to your handset into the Sync List panel.
Click on the Start Sync button. This starts the transfer 
process.

 WARNING

Do not disconnect your phone during the transfer.

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.

Touch the Browser in UTILITIES tab.
To go straight to the browser home page, select 
Home. Alternately, select Enter address and type in 
the URL, followed by Connect.

NOTE: You will incur extra cost by connecting to these 
services and downloading content. Check data charges 
with your network provider.

You can launch google services in this application. Touch 
Google in the Utilities tab.

You can quickly change your profile by touching the 
Home screen. 
You can personalise each profile setting using the 
settings menu. 

Touch Profiles in the SETTINGS tab.
Choose the profile you want to edit. 
You can then change all the sounds and alert options 
available in the list, including your Ringtone and Volume, 
Message tone settings and more.

Touch Screen settings in SETTINGS tab.

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.

From the home screen select 

 then scroll to Phone 

settings on the SETTINGS tab. Select Memory info.

Your connectivity settings have already been set up by 
your network operator, so you can enjoy your new phone 
immediately. To change any settings, use this menu:
Touch Connectivity in 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.
Choose the device you want to send the file to.

Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these 
guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. 

This mobile phone model GS290 has been designed to 
comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure 
to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific 
guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure 
the safety of all users, regardless of age and health.

•   The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of 

measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, 
or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised 
methods with the phone transmitting at its highest 
certified power level in all used frequency bands.

•   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.

•   The SAR limit recommended by the International 

Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection 
(ICNIRP) is 2W/kg averaged over 10g of tissue.

•   The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by 

DASY4 for use close to the ear is 0.993 W/kg (10g) and 
when worn on the body is 0.543 W/kg (10g).

•   SAR data information for residents in countries/regions 

that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by the 
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 
which is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1g of tissue.

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.

•    Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios, 

and personal computers.

•    The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as 

radiators or cookers.

•  Do not drop.
•   Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.
•   Switch off the phone in any area where you are required 

by special regulations. For example, do not use your 
phone in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical 
equipment.

•   Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being 

charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously 
damage your phone.

•   Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the 

handset can become hot and create a fire hazard.

•   Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not 

use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol).

•   Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings.
•   The phone should be charged in a well ventilated area.
•   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.

•   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.

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile 
phones in the area when you drive.
•   Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
•  Give full attention to driving.
•  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 it with installed or portable wireless equipment. 
It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due 
to improper performance.

•   If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please 

ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that 
you are aware of your surroundings. This is particularly 
important when near roads.

Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed 
to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore 
recommend that you do not turn the handset on or off 
close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call 
volumes are set to a reasonable level.

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. 
Observe restrictions, and follow the rules and regulations.

•  Do not use the phone at a refuelling point.
•  Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
•   Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or 

explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as 
your mobile phone and accessories.

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
•    Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.
•    Do not use it on the ground without permission from 

the crew.

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.

Emergency calls may not be available with all mobile 
networks. Therefore, you should never depend solely on 
the phone for emergency calls. Check with your local 
service provider.

There are various accessories for your mobile phone. 
You can select these options according to your personal 
communication requirements.

NOTE: 

Always use genuine LG accessories.

Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty.

Accessories may vary in different regions.

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Product name : GS290

System : GSM 850 / E-GSM 900 / DCS 1800 / PCS 1900

Max:  +55°C (discharging), +45°C (charging)

Min: -10°C

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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.

You can tune your phone to radio stations by searching 
for them either manually or automatically. They will then 
be saved to specific channel numbers, so you don‘t have 
to keep re-tuning. You must first attach the headset to 
the phone as this acts as the aerial.
To auto tune:

Scroll and touch FM radio in the ENTERTAINMENT 
tab, then 

 

Touch Auto scan. A confirmation message appears. Select 
Yes, then the stations will be automatically found and 
allocated to a channel in your phone.

NOTE: You can also manually tune into a station by 
using 

 and 

 displayed in the centre of the screen. 

If you press and hold 

 and 

, the stations will be 

automatically found.

Touch Organiser in the UTILITIES tab and select Calendar.
Select the date you would like to add an event to.
Touch 

 then Add event.

Touch Alarms in the UTILITIES tab. Widget alarm should 
appear in the list as default and you can not delete it.
Touch Add alarm.

Use your voice recorder to record voice memos or other 
audio files.
Touch Voice recorder in the UTILITIES tab.

Touch Tools in the UTILITIES tab.
Select Calculator.

Touch Tools in the UTILITIES tab.
Select Unit converter.

You can synchronise your PC with your phone to make 
sure all your important details and dates match. You can 
also backup your files to put your mind at ease.

From the Home screen press 

  and select 

Connectivity on the SETTINGS tab.
Select USB connection and click PC Suite.
Connect handset and PC via USB cable and wait for a while. 
Installation guide message will be displayed.
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.

From the Home screen press 

 and select 

Connectivity on the SETTINGS tab.
Select USB connection mode. 
Touch PC Suite.

Your Phone can be used as a Music Sync device for Sync 
Music Files only.
Music Sync can be carried out using Windows Media 
Player 10/11 and supports both Handset Memory and an 
External Memory Card.
1  Disconnect your phone from your PC. 

2   From the Home screen select 

, then select 

Connectivity on the SETTINGS tab. 

3  Select USB connection mode. 
4  Touch Music sync. 

Your file will be sent.

To receive files, your Bluetooth must be both ON and 
Visible. See Changing your Bluetooth settings below for 
more information.
A message will prompt you to accept the file from the 
sender. Touch Yes to receive the file.
You will see where the file has been saved. For image files, 
you can choose to View the file or Use as wallpaper. Files 
will usually be saved to the appropriate folder in My stuff.

Changing your Bluetooth settings:
Touch Bluetooth in the SETTINGS tab. And select 

 

and choose Settings.

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.
Touch Search.

Your GS290 will search for devices. When the search is 
completed, Refresh will appear on screen.
Choose the device you want to pair with and enter the 
passcode, then touch OK.
Your phone will then connect to the other device, on which 
you will need to enter the same passcode.
Your passcode protected Bluetooth connection is now 
ready.

•   You do not need to completely discharge the battery 

before recharging. 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.
•  Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.
•   Replace the battery when it no longer provides 

acceptable performance. The battery pack may be 
recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.

•   Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long 

time to maximise usability.

•    Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or 

use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.

•   Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, this may 

deteriorate the battery performance.

•   There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an 

incorrect type.

•   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.

•   Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after 

the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power 
consumption of the charger.

•   Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, 

product settings, usage patterns, battery and 
environmental conditions.

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