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LG BL40 User Manual

LG BL40 User Manual

Mobile phone with 4.0” wvga tft touchscreen, dual screen ui, 5 mp camera
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* Make sure the number is correct before making a call.
BL40

User Guide

ENGLISH
P/N : MMBB0352201 (1.1) G

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    General Inquiries <LG Customer Information Center> 0844-847-5847 * Make sure the number is correct before making a call. BL40 User Guide ENGLISH P/N : MMBB0352201 (1.1) G...
  • Page 2 This device uses non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. WiFi The WLAN can be operated in the EU without (WLAN) restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors in France. The FM transmitter is intended to be used in all European countries except in France, Latvia, Russia, Transmitter Slovak Republic and Slovenia where the restrictive...
  • Page 3 Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact BL40 phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology. Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Calls ... 19 Contacts ... 22 Messaging ... 24 Camera ... 32 Video camera ... 40 Your photos and videos ... 44 LG BL40 | User Guide Multimedia ... 52 Organiser ... 59 The web ... 62 PC Suite ... 65 Settings ...

  • Page 5: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information This mobile phone model BL40 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific...

  • Page 6: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    • Do not drop. • Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock. LG BL40 | User Guide • Switch off the phone in any area where you are required by special regulations. For example, do not...

  • Page 7: Efficient Phone Operation

    • 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.
  • Page 8 These requests are designed to prevent possible interference with sensitive medical equipment. LG BL40 | User Guide Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.

  • Page 9: Blasting Area

    • If you are listening to music while out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is particularly imperative when near roads. Avoid damage to your hearing Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time.

  • Page 10: Battery Information And Care

    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 maximize the battery life. • Do not disassemble or short- circuit the battery pack.
  • Page 11 Do not dispose as household waste. • If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. • Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is...

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Music key LG BL40 | User Guide Volume keys • When the screen is idle: Key tone or ring tone volume , Press long the down key to Silent on/off.

  • Page 13: Open View

    Open view Charging your phone Open the cover of the charger connector on the side of your BL40. Insert the charger and plug it into a mains electricity socket. Your BL40 must be charged until the “Battery full” message appears on the screen.

  • Page 14: Installing The Usim And Battery

    Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. To remove the USIM card, gently pull it outwards. LG BL40 | User Guide Install the battery Insert the top of the battery into the top edge of the battery compartment first.

  • Page 15: Memory Card

    Installing a memory card You can expand the available memory space on your phone by using a memory card (microSD). The BL40 will support up to an 32GB memory card. NOTE: A memory card is an optional accessory. Slide the memory card into the slot at the top, until it clicks into place.

  • Page 16: Formatting The Memory Card

    NOTE: If there is existing content on your memory card, the folder structure may be different after formatting since all files will have been deleted. LG BL40 | User Guide Transferring your contacts To transfer your contacts from your USIM to your phone:...

  • Page 17: Your Home Screen

    When the screen light is off, press the power key to return to the home screen. • Whenever your BL40 is not in use, it will return to the lock screen. Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, this sensor automatically turns the...

  • Page 18: Touch Screen

    & holding your finger on the screen, or if already added touching and holding one of the objects. Touch screen The controls on the BL40 touch screen change dynamically, depending on the task you are carrying out. Scrolling Drag from side to side to scroll.

  • Page 19: Viewing The Status Bar

    Viewing the status bar Icon Description No Service EDGE HSDPA Wi-fi is on Bluetooth Message Bluetooth Mono hands free headset Connect Bluetooth Mono + Stereo Bluetooth Stereo headset Bluetooth Mono headset Bluetooth on Printer by Bluetooth Bluetooth Transfer Bluetooth Visibility Bluetooth Music Icon Description Downloading...
  • Page 20 SMS sending SMS receiving New voicemail New message SMS sending has failed New email Push message Flight mode Normal Outdoor LG BL40 | User Guide Icon Description Silent Customised profile 1-10 or Customised 1-10 External memory Battery status Microsoft Exchange...

  • Page 21: Calls

    Calls TIP! Press the power key briefl y to lock the touchscreen and prevent calls being made by mistake. Making a call or a video call Touch to open the keypad. Type in the number on the keypad. To delete a digit, press the clear key.

  • Page 22: Speed Dialling

    To turn it off during a call (e.g. to make a note of a number) touch and select Disable DTMF. LG BL40 | User Guide Making a second call During your initial call, touch and select the number you want to call.

  • Page 23: Using Call Barring

    Using call barring and choose Call Touch settings in the Settings tab. Touch Call barring and choose Voice calls and/or Video calls. Choose any or all of the five options. Enter the call barring password. Please check with your network operator about this service.

  • Page 24: Contacts

    If you want to add a picture to each contact, touch Add picture. Enter the first and last name of your new contact. You do not LG BL40 | User Guide have to enter both, but you must enter at least one.

  • Page 25: Changing Your Contact

    TIP! You can edit an existing group by touching the selected group once. Choose View members, Edit the group, Send message, Send businesscard or Delete group. Changing your contact settings You can adapt your contact settings to suit your own preferences. Touch Contact from the Communication tab, select and scroll through Contact...

  • Page 26: Messaging

    Messaging Messaging Your BL40 combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy to use menu. There are two ways of entering the messaging centre: From the home screen, touch , or touch then scroll through Messaging from the Communication tab.

  • Page 27: Entering Text

    Entering text Touch to turn on T9 predictive texting. Tap to change between the number, symbol and text keypads. to toggle between the different keyboards in each text entry mode (e.g., capital or lower case letters). To enter a space, touch T9 predictive In T9 mode, you will see coloured circle in orange.
  • Page 28 Download option - Choose the way to download emails. LG BL40 | User Guide Choose between Header only or All including body for POP3, and header only, header + body, or all for IMAP4.
  • Page 29 Incoming server port - Normally, this is 110 for POP3 accounts and 143 for IMAP4 accounts. Incoming TLS/SSL - Choose whether to use TLS/SSL for incoming server. SMTP authentication - Choose the security settings for the outgoing mail server SMTP Username - Enter the SMTP username.

  • Page 30: Retrieving Your Email

    Email from the Communication tab. Select Email. Touch the account you want to use then Choose Retrieve/Message synchronisation and your BL40 will connect to your email account and retrieve your new messages. Sending an email using your new account...

  • Page 31: Using Templates

    Request reply email - Choose whether to request read confirmation messages. Retrieve interval - Select how often your BL40 checks for new email messages. Retrieve amount - Choose the number of emails to be retrieved at one time.

  • Page 32: Using Emoticons

    Text message. You can change the following: Text message centre - Enter the details of your message centre. Delivery report - Slide the switch LG BL40 | User Guide left to receive confirmation that your messages have been delivered. Validity period - Choose how long your messages are stored at the message centre.
  • Page 33 You can make changes to the following: Retrieval mode - Select Home network or Roaming network. If you then select Manual you will only receive notifications about MMS messages. You can then decide whether to download them in full. Delivery report - Choose whether to allow and/or request a delivery report.

  • Page 34: Camera

    Once you’ve taken the photo Your captured photo will appear on the screen. The image name is shown with four icons on the right side. LG BL40 | User Guide Send Touch to send the photo as a Message, Email or Bluetooth.

  • Page 35: Getting To Know The Viewfinder

    Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom - Touch to zoom in or Alternatively you can use the side volume keys. Image size Brightness - See Adjusting the Brightness. Touch to access Scene mode. Flash status - Set or turn off the flash.

  • Page 36: Using The Flash

    When you touch the option you want, the flash menu will automatically close, allowing you to take a picture immediately. LG BL40 | User Guide The flash status icon in the viewfinder will change based on the new flash mode.

  • Page 37: Taking A Panoramic Shot

    Taking a panoramic shot Capture life as it appears using a panoramic shot. Allows you to enjoy the full size of your BL40’s screen with 360° Panorama. TIP! 360° Panorama : This enables you to stitch photos up to 12 pieces.

  • Page 38: Using The Advanced Settings

    Swap cam - For self portraits, switch to the LG BL40‘s inner camera. Size - Change the size of the photo to save on memory space or to take an appropriately sized picture for a contact.
  • Page 39 Quality - Choose between Super fine, Fine and Normal. The finer the quality the sharper the photo. However, the file size will increase as a result, which means you’ll be able to store fewer photos in your memory. Memory - Choose whether to save your photos to the Handset memory or the External memory.
  • Page 40 (5M(2560x1920), 3M(2048x1536), 2M(1600x1200), 1M(1280x960), VGA(640x480), QVGA(320x240), Contacts) or choose the predefined wallpaper size. LG BL40 | User Guide Choosing a colour effect Using the viewfinder, touch in the left corner. Select Colour Effect from the Preview menu. There are colour tone options.

  • Page 41: Using The Secondary Camera

    Using the secondary camera Your LG BL40 has an inner 640x480 camera for both video calls and taking photos. To switch to the inner camera then select Use touch secondary camera from the Swap cam menu. After a few seconds you’ll see yourself in the viewfinder.

  • Page 42: Video Camera

    The name of the video will be shown on the bottom of the screen, along with four icons on the LG BL40 | User Guide right side. Touch to play the video. Play...
  • Page 43 Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom - Touch to zoom in or Alternatively you can use the side volume keys. Video Size Brightness - See Adjusting the Brightness. Touch to access Scene mode. Flash status - Set or turn off the flash.

  • Page 44: Changing The Video Image

    TIP! For video format conversion software, see the CD that came with your BL40. Using the secondary video camera Your LG BL40 has an inner 320x240 camera for both video calls and recording videos.

  • Page 45: Watching Your Saved Videos

    Touch for it to play. Watching your videos on TV Connect your BL40 to TV using the TV output cable. NOTE: The TV output cable is available for purchase separately.

  • Page 46: Your Photos And Videos

    When viewing photos or videos, you can zoom in and out by pinching your fingers together or spreading them apart. LG BL40 | User Guide Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, touch the volume bar on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 47: Editing Your Photos

    Editing your photos Open the photo you want to edit, and touch the options icon to select Edit. Touch the icons to alter your photo: Select Area Draw something on your photo, freehand. Select the line thickness from the four options, then the colour you want to use.

  • Page 48: Cropping A Photo

    Drag the box over the area you want to crop. When you are happy with your selection, touch Save LG BL40 | User Guide Adding a colour accent to a photo From the editing screen, touch Image Choose Colour Accent.

  • Page 49: Fog Drawing

    Swapping colours in a photo From the editing screen, touch Image Choose Colour Swapping. Select part of the photo. A traced line will appear around everything in that area which is the same or a similar colour, for example, a person’s hair or jumper.

  • Page 50: Artistic Effect

    The video editing features are available for MPEG4 types except 640x480 (VGA) resolution. Don’t record in these formats if you plan to edit your video. LG BL40 | User Guide Trimming the length of the video Open the video you want to edit, touch option key.

  • Page 51: Adding Text To A Video

    Touch and slide the photo to move it to the end or the beginning of the video. Touch Preview to choose how to merge the videos together. Press Save then Yes to save the new merged video. Replace the existing file or save as a new file. Repeat these steps to merge more videos.

  • Page 52: Overlaying A Photo

    If the photo is too big it will overlay the whole screen, not just the selected area. LG BL40 | User Guide Touch Save. Replace the existing file or save as a new file.

  • Page 53: Adding A Dimming Effect

    Adding live sound to your video Open the video you want to edit, touch option key. and choose Live Select Edit dubbing. Set the sound value to original sound or recording sound. Adding a dimming effect Open the video you want to edit, touch option key.

  • Page 54: Multimedia

    Images contains a list of pictures including default images pre-loaded onto your phone, images you have downloaded and those taken on your phone’s camera. LG BL40 | User Guide Sending a photo To send a photo just select the picture you want.

  • Page 55: Moving Or Copying An Image

    NOTE: Some contents downloaded via the internet or encoded by a user may not play properly. TIP! BL40 supports both DivX & Xvid video format playback to ensure greater content availability. DivX Certified to play DivX® video up to 320x240.

  • Page 56: Flash Contents

    Stuff from Touch Entertainment tab. Touch the All Memory item that is upper side menu. Select All memory or Phone LG BL40 | User Guide Memory. If you insert new memory card, touch External Memory menu. Use the Fun stuff menu...

  • Page 57: Creating A Movie

    Bluetooth is probably the easiest way of transferring a file from your computer to your phone. You can also use the LG PC Suite via your sync cable. To transfer files (e.g. music) using Bluetooth: Make sure your phone and...
  • Page 58 Keeping and MMS. To save your movie, touch Save movie. Music Your LG BL40 has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favourite tracks. To access the music player, touch menu key music player, touch menu key then select Music from the Entertainment Tab.

  • Page 59: Creating A Playlist

    NOTE: To add a second playlist, touch then New playlist. Using the radio Your LG BL40 has a built-in FM radio tuner so you can listen to your favourite stations on the move. NOTE: You will need to attach your LG supplied headset to listen to the radio.

  • Page 60: Searching For Stations

    TIP! To improve radio reception, extend the headset cord, which functions as the radio aerial. WARNING: In order to guarantee the best reception possible you need to use the LG headset supplied with your phone.

  • Page 61: Organiser

    Organiser Adding an event to your calendar From the home screen select then scroll through Organiser in Utilities tab. Select the date to which you want to add an event. then New schedule. Touch TIP! You can enter holidays in your calendar. Individually touch each day of the holiday, then touch and select...

  • Page 62: Voice Recorder

    Using the FM transmitter to play music The BL40 allows you with its built- in FM transmitter to listen to your music via any FM tuner in range of the phone, e.g. at home or in your car.
  • Page 63 such as walls, other electronic devices, or from public radio stations. To avoid interference, always search for a free FM frequency on the receiver before using the FM transmitter. The FM transmitter cannot be used at the same time as the FM radio of your device.

  • Page 64: The Web

    Bookmarks will appear on the screen. To add a new bookmark, touch New Bookmark. Enter a name for the bookmark followed by its URL. LG BL40 | User Guide Touch . Your Bookmark will now appear in the bookmark list. Using the RSS reader...
  • Page 65 Using Bluetooth: Ensure Bluetooth is switched On and Visible for both your PC and BL40. Pair your PC and BL40 so that a passcode is required to connect them. Use the Connection wizard on your LG PC Suite to create an active Bluetooth connection.

  • Page 66: Access To Google Service

    You may want to contact your carrier for more information about the availability of data streaming on your mobile device. LG BL40 | User Guide Blogger: You can manage your account and share your blog. It is available to upload a picture and...

  • Page 67: Pc Suite

    Insert the supplied CD-ROM or the click the download button to directly download the LG PC Suite program from the internet. Click on the LG PC Suite Installer which will appear on your screen. Connecting your phone and Select PC Suite mode in...

  • Page 68: Synchronising Your Contacts

    LG BL40 | User Guide will be displayed on the screen in the LG Phone folder. TIP! Viewing the contents of your phone on your PC helps you to manage files you no longer need.

  • Page 69: Transferring Music Using Windows Media Player

    Music Sync This menu lets you add music to your BL40. Before you start transferring music from your PC to your phone, make sure your computer has the following set-up and accessory is at hand: •...

  • Page 70: Divx Converter

    Preferences, you can change the location where the converted files are saved. Drag and drop the files into the application for initial analysis. Then LG BL40 | User Guide select Convert for the process to begin. When the process is complete a Conversion complete pop up will be displayed.

  • Page 71: Settings

    Changing your phone settings Enjoy the freedom of adapting the BL40 to your own preferences. From the home screen select then scroll to Phone settings in the Settings tab.
  • Page 72 Wi-Fi off, it will be connected automatically after Wi-Fi has been turned on. GPS type - Choose either Assisted GPS or Stand alone. LG BL40 | User Guide – The GPS technology uses information from earth-orbiting satellites to find locations.

  • Page 73: Using Flight Mode

    USB connection - Synchronise your BL40 using the LG PC Suite software to copy files from your phone. TV out - Choose PAL or NTSC when connecting your BL40 to a TV. DivX VOD registration - This menu is used to generate a DivX VOD registration code.

  • Page 74: Changing Your Bluetooth

    If you have already paired the Bluetooth device, your BL40 will not automatically search for other Bluetooth devices. If not, your BL40 will search for other Bluetooth enabled devices within range. Choose the device to which you want to send the file to and touch Select.

  • Page 75: Bluetooth Device

    Delete all - Choose to delete all the paired device lists. Pairing with another Bluetooth device By pairing your BL40 with another device, you can set up a passcode protected connection. This makes your pairing more secure. Check that your Bluetooth is On.

  • Page 76: Wi-Fi

    Bluetooth wireless technology and can be used for fast emailing and Internet browsing. NOTE: The BL40 supports WEP, WPA-PSK/2 encryption, and not EAP, WPS encryption. If your Wi- Fi service provider or network...

  • Page 77: Accessories

    (The items described below are supplied in the box) Charger Battery Stereo headset NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions. Data cable and CD-ROM To connect and synchronise your BL40 and PC.

  • Page 78: Technical Data

    LG BL40 | User Guide Declaration of Conformity Suppliers Details Name LG Electronics Inc Address LG Electronics Inc. LG Twin Towers 20, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Korea 150-721 Product Details Product Name GSM/ W-CDMA Terminal Equipment Model Name BL40 Trade Name Applicable Standards Details R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...

  • Page 79: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble shooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter while using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy for you to correct yourself. Message Possible causes There is no USIM card in USIM error the phone or it is inserted incorrectly.
  • Page 80 Check the battery contacts and clean them if necessary. Plug in to a different socket or check the voltage. If the charger does not warm up, replace it. Only use original LG accessories. Replace battery. Check settings.

  • Page 81: Limited Warranty Statement

    (6) Unless other service arrangements have been specified the customer shall bear the cost of shipping a defective product back to the Customer Service Department of LG. LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of service under this limited warranty.
  • Page 82 (3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship. (4) A warranty repair if the Customer Service Department at LG or other agreed service agent was not notified by the consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction of the product during the applicable limited warranty period.

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