LG -C297 User Manual
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LG-C297
www.lg.com
MFLXXXXXXXX (0.1)

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  • Page 1 E N G L I S H User Guide LG-C297 www.lg.com MFLXXXXXXXX (0.1)
  • Page 2 LG-C297 User Guide - ENGLISH This guide will help you understand your new mobile phone. It will provide you with useful explanations of features on your phone. Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting to know your phone ....5 Sending a message ......12 Facebook ...........13 Installing the SIM Card and Charging the Battery............7 E-mail ............13 Installing the SIM Card ......7 Sending an e-mail using your new Turning Your Phone On and Off ..10 account............
  • Page 4 Resetting your phone ......20 Using the stopwatch ......16 Phone Software update ......20 Converting a unit ........16 LG Mobile Phone Software update Adding a city to your world time ..16 from internet .........20 Shortcuts ..........16 Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use 22 Internet .............16...
  • Page 5 Potentially explosive atmospheres ...28 In aircraft ..........28 Children ............29 Emergency calls ........29 Battery information and care ....29 Accessories ..........32 Technical Data .........33 Troubleshooting ........34...
  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Earpiece Soft keys (Left soft key / Right soft key) These keys perform the function Indicated in Main LCD the bottom of the display. Send key Confirm key / OK key Dials a phone number and answers a call. Selects menu options and confirms actions.
  • Page 7 Back cover Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector Camera lens Microphone Charger/USB cable connector SIM Card holder 1 SIM Card Battery holder 2 pack...
  • Page 8: Installing The Sim Card And Charging The Battery

    Installing the SIM Card and Charging the Battery Installing a Memory card Formatting the Memory card From your home screen, Press Menu and Remove the Back cover and insert a micro SD card with the golden contact area facing select Gallery, Select External memory and downwards as shown in the diagram.
  • Page 9 Important! 2. Remove the battery. › The SIM card can be easily damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card. Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children. › Only 2G/2.5G SIM cards are supported. 3.
  • Page 10 4. Insert your battery. 6. Charge your battery. 5. Close the back cover. WARNING: Do not remove the battery when the phone is switched on, as this may damage the phone.
  • Page 11: Turning Your Phone On And Off

    Turning Your Phone On and Off 2. Press to initiate the call. 3. To end the call, press You can power the phone on and off by pressing and holding the Power key. TIP! To enter + when making an international call, press and hold 0.
  • Page 12: Changing The Call Settings

    Changing the call settings Note: Cost save mode doesn’t work during in-call. You can set the menu relevant to a call. Press Menu, select Settings and choose Contacts Call. Cost save mode Searching for a contact Every contact is added along with assigned 1.
  • Page 13: Messaging

    2. Enter the first and last name of your new 2. If you want to add some images or videos etc, select Options and choose contact. Add picture, Add sound, Add video, Add 3. Enter the number and select Options subject.
  • Page 14: Facebook

    Facebook E-mail Your device has SNS that lets you enjoy and Sending an e-mail using your new manage your social network. You can update account your own SN place status and view your To send/receive an e-mail, you should set friend’s SN updates.
  • Page 15: Camera

    FM radio 6. From Options Choose Send to send your e-mail. Your LG-C297 has an FM radio feature so you can tune into your favourite stations Camera and listen on the move. Listens to FM radio You can take photos with the built in camera station.
  • Page 16: Organizer

    to spare. If you choose to download any current date. You can move the cursor to additional games or applications they will be another date using the navigation keys. saved into this folder. Press Menu and select Adding an item to your to do list Applications.
  • Page 17: Using The Stopwatch

    Using the stopwatch Shortcuts (Menu > Organizer > Stopwatch) (Menu > Organizer > Shortcuts) This option allows you to use the function of It helps you to go to the menu you search a stopwatch. for. You can set the item as Shortcuts. Converting a unit Internet (Menu >...
  • Page 18: Settings

    Enjoy the freedom of adapting how your Note: An additional cost is incurred when LG-C297 works for your own style. connecting to this service and downloading • UART settings - User will be able to content. Check your data charges with your perform the operation from PC using network provider.
  • Page 19: Changing Your Security Settings

    (Menu > Settings > Phone > Security) Activating SIM cards Change your security settings to keep your (Menu > Settings > Dual SIM > Dual LG-C297 and the important information SIM Settings) safe. You can choose one or all of SIM cards • Anti-theft mobile tracker - When the...
  • Page 20: Changing Your Connectivity Settings

    • My name - Enter a name for your You can configure the Data account in this LG-C297. menu. • Advanced - Set your Bluetooth settings for Audio path, Storage, Sharing permission...
  • Page 21: Resetting Your Phone

    Bluetooth headset. Note: Bluetooth file transferring function will 3. Follow the instructions on screen to be blocked under some applications running. complete the LG PC Suite Installation on (Voice call, Camera, Music Player, UMS/ your PC. PCSync)
  • Page 22 need to visit a service centre. As the mobile phone firmware update requires the user’s full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure to check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding. Please note that removing the USB data cable or battery during the upgrade may seriously damage your mobile phone.
  • Page 23: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Please read these simple guidelines. Not independent scientific organisations through following these guidelines may be dangerous periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific or illegal. studies. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of Exposure to radio frequency all persons, regardless of age or health.
  • Page 24 general, the closer you are to a base station, the this device requires a quality connection to the lower the power output of the device. Before a network. In some cases, transmission of data phone model is available for sale to the public, files or messages may be delayed until such compliance with the European R&TTE directive a connection is available.
  • Page 25: Fcc Sar Information

    FCC SAR information body and the back of the phone. * FCC Notice & Caution Your mobile device is also designed to meet Notice! the requirements for exposure to radio waves This device complies with part 15 of the FCC established by the Federal Communications Commission (USA) and Industry Canada.
  • Page 26: Product Care And Maintenance

    a residential installation. This equipment - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency technician for help. energy and, if not installed and used in Caution! accordance with the instructions, may cause Change or Modifications that are not specifically harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 27 • Switch off the phone in any area where you • Repairs under warranty, at LG’s discretion, are required to by special regulations. For may include replacement parts or boards that example, do not use your phone in hospitals are either new or reconditioned, provided that as it may affect sensitive medical equipment.
  • Page 28 • Do not charge the phone when it is on soft • Use the accessories like earphones cautiously. furnishings. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. • The phone should be charged in a well • Do not use, touch or attempt to remove or fix ventilated area.
  • Page 29: Efficient Phone Operation

    Efficient phone operation Road safety Electronic devices Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive. All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. • Do not use your mobile phone near medical • Give full attention to driving.
  • Page 30: Avoid Damage To Your Hearing

    • If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, Damage to your hearing can occur if you are do not obstruct with installed or portable exposed to loud sounds for long periods of wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag time.
  • Page 31: Glass Parts

    Glass Parts Potentially explosive atmospheres Some parts of your mobile device are made • Do not use your phone at a refuelling point. of glass. This glass could break if your mobile • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. device is dropped on a hard surface or receives • Do not transport or store flammable gas, a substantial impact.
  • Page 32: Children

    Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which • Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG may cause a choking hazard if detached. chargers are designed to maximise battery life.
  • Page 33 • Recharge the battery if it has not been used • If you need to replace the battery, take it to for a long time to maximise usability. your nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. • Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in • Always unplug the charger from the wall...
  • Page 34 • Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. This could cause a fire...
  • Page 35: Accessories

    There are various accessories for your mobile phone. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Travel Standard Adapter Battery User Guide Headset LG-C297 NOTE • A lways use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty. • A ccessories may be different in different regions; please check with our regional service company or agent for further enquires.
  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Technical Data DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Ambient temperatures Max: +50°C (discharging), Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-C297 product is in compliance +45°C (charging) with the essential requirements and Min: -10°C other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http:// www.lg.com/global/support/cedoc/...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution Please take out battery and insert again. Then press Power key Telephone cannot be switched on to power on the phone. Battery empty Charge battery. Check charging indicator on display. The battery doesn’t Wipe the charging contacts, both on the phone and on the charge properly or battery, with a clear soft cloth.
  • Page 38 Problem Possible Solution Charging error— Only use original LG accessories. Wrong charger Charging error— Replace battery. Battery defective Charging error—No The battery is empty or has been not used for a long time. It battery icon appears may take a while before the battery icon appears on the screen.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Solution Loss of Network You may be in a weak signal area. Move and try again. You are trying to access an option for which you have no subscription with your service provider. Contact the service provider for further details.
  • Page 40 Problem Possible Solution Your correspondent Be sure that you have switched off the loudspeaker. Be sure that cannot hear you you are holding the phone close enough to your mouth. The speaking microphone is located at the bottom of the phone. The voice quality of Check the signal strength indicator on the display.
  • Page 41 Possible Solution If the above Take note of the model number of your mobile phone and a guidelines do not clear description of the problem. Contact your phone dealer or help you to solve the LG Service Center for help. problem...

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