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General Inquiries <LG Customer Information Center> 0844-847-5847 or +44-844-847-5847 * Make sure the number is correct before making a call. This manual is used 35% of recycled paper and printed with soy inks. www.lgmobile.com P/N :MMBB0356787 (1.0) GD510N User Guide...
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Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider. GD510N GD510N User Guide...
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Congratulations on your purchase of the advanced and compact GD510N phone by LG, designed to operate with the latest digital mobile communication technology. Disposal of your old appliance 1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Contents Getting to know your phone ...6 Open view ...7 Installing the SIM and battery ...8 Charging your phone ...9 Memory card ... 10 Menu map ... 11 Using your touch screen ... 12 Touch screen tips ... 12 Control the touch screen ... 12 Your home screen ...
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Sounds ... 38 Using a sound ... 38 Videos ... 38 Watching a video ... 38 LG GD510N | User Guide Sending a video clip ... 38 Games & Apps ... 38 Playing a game ... 39 Documents ... 39 Transferring a fi le to your phone ...
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Getting to know the Eco tree ... 45 Getting to know the Eco calculator ... 45 PC Sync ... 46 Installing LG PC Suite on your computer ... 46 Connecting your phone and PC ... 46 Backing up and restoring the information on your phone ...
WARNING: Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it while it is in your pocket can damage the phone’s LCD and touch screen functionality. LG GD510N | User Guide Side keys • When the screen is at the Home screen: Ring tone and key tone volume.
SIM card. To remove the SIM card, pull it gently outwards. LG GD510N | User Guide WARNING: Do not use your fi ngernail to remove the battery. WARNING: Do not remove...
Charging your phone Remove the charger socket cover on the side of your GD510N. Connect the Travel Adapter (Charger) and the included USB cable. Connect the USB cable into the phone and plug it into a power socket. Your GD510N must be charged until the “Battery full“...
4 Put the microSD card on the card tray. Make sure the gold colour contact area is facing downwards. LG GD510N | User Guide 5 Flip down then slide the slot to lock. 6 Replace the cover. Formatting the memory card Your memory card may already be formatted.
Menu map Touch in the Home screen to open a Top menu. From here you can access further menus by scrolling through the icons: CALL & MESSAGE, ENTERTAINMENT, UTILITIES and SETTINGS. CALL & MESSAGE Contacts Call log Messaging E-mail Dialling Contact search Speed dials New message...
Opening Applications To open any application, simply touch its icon. LG GD510N | User Guide Scrolling Drag from side to side to scroll. On some screens, such as the call history list, you can also scroll up or...
Your home screen You can drag and click what you need right away in all home screen types. Active Widget home screen - When you touch bottom right of the screen, the mobile widget panel appears. When you register widget by dragging it, the widget is created in the spot where it...
Messaging menu. From here you can create a new SMS or MMS, or view your message folder. LG GD510N | User Guide Touch to open your Contacts. To search for the number you want to call, enter the name of the contact at the top of the screen using the touchpad.
The status bar The status bar uses various icons to indicate things like signal strength, new messages and battery life, as well as telling you whether your Bluetooth or GPRS is active. Below is a table which explains the meaning of the icons you’re most likely to see in the status bar.
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When you have an application running in the background (e.g. a game or the FM radio), will appear in the status bar. LG GD510N | User Guide...
Calls Making a call 1 Touch to open the keypad. 2 Key in the number using the keypad. 3 Touch to initiate the call. 4 To end the call, press the Smart key. TIP! To enter + for making an international call, press and hold TIP! Press the power key to lock the touchscreen to prevent calls...
TIP! To scroll through a list of options or your list of contacts, touch the last item visible and slide your fi nger up the screen. The list will move up so more items become visible. LG GD510N | User Guide Hold - Touch Mute - Touch microphone so the person you are talking to cannot hear you.
Speed dialling You can assign a frequently-called contact to a speed dial number. 1 Select Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab and select Speed dials. 2 Your voicemail is already set to speed dial 1. You cannot change this. Touch any other number to assign it a speed dial contact.
Please contact your network provider for details. TIP! To turn off all call diverts, select Deactivate all from the Call divert menu. LG GD510N | User Guide Using call barring 1 Touch Call settings in the SETTINGS tab. 2 Touch Call barring.
Changing the common call setting 1 Touch Call settings in the SETTINGS tab. 2 Scroll and touch Common settings. From here you can adjust the settings for: Call reject - Slide the switch to ON to highlight the Reject list. You can touch the text box to choose from all calls, specific contacts or groups, or those from unregistered...
5 Add an email addresses. You can enter up to two different email addresses per contact. LG GD510N | User Guide 6 Assign the contact to one or more groups. You can assign up to three groups per contact. Choose between No group, Family, Friends, Colleagues, School or VIP.
Changing your contact settings You can adapt your contact settings so that your Contacts suits your own preferences. 1 Touch Contacts in the COMMUNICATION tab and touch Settings. 2 From here, you can adjust the following settings: Contact list settings - Adjust the Contacts location, Name display and Quick command key settings.
SMS it will be automatically converted to an MMS and you will be charged accordingly. LG GD510N | User Guide Entering text There are five ways to enter text: Keypad, Keyboard, Handwriting- Screen, Handwriting-Box, Handwriting-Double Box.
Handwriting recognition In Handwriting mode you simply write on the screen and your GD510N will convert your handwriting into your message. Select Handwriting-Screen or Handwriting-Box according to your preferred view. Setting up your email Touch E-mail in the COMMUNICATION tab. If the email account is not set up, start the email set up wizard and finish it.
There are five folders in Messaging menu Inbox - All the messages you receive are placed into your inbox. LG GD510N | User Guide Drafts - If you do not finish writing a message, you can save what you have done in this folder.
Send long text as - Choose to send long messages as Multiple SMS or as an MMS. Changing your multimedia message settings Touch Messaging in the COMMUNICATION tab. Scroll and choose Settings and Multimedia message. You can make changes to: Retrieval mode - Choose between Home network or Roaming network.
3/6/9 shots automatically in very quick succession. TIP! You can bring up the options by tapping the screen. They automatically turn off after a few seconds. LG GD510N | User Guide Back Taking a photo Video mode - Slide down this icon to switch to video mode.
Taking a quick photo 1 Press the key on the right side of the phone. 2 When the camera has focused on your subject, touch the right-center of the screen to take a photo. You can also press the key on the side of the phone firmly. TIP! To switch to the camera mode or video mode, slide up/down the camera or video...
Choose from 3 seconds, 5 seconds or 10 seconds. Great for the group photo you want to be part of. LG GD510N | User Guide Quality - Choose between Super fine, Fine and Normal. The finer the quality the sharper a photo will be, but the file size will increase.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom - zoom in or zoom out. Settings - Touch this icon to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings. View Mode - Choose from Full screen or Full image. Video size - Choose from QVGA(320x240) or QCIF(176x144).
6 Touch on screen or press a second time to stop recording. LG GD510N | User Guide After making a video A still image representing your captured video will appear on the screen. The name of the video runs...
Using the advanced settings From the viewfinder, touch Settings to open all the advanced settings options. Colour Effect - Choose a colour tone to use on your new video. Off, Black & White, Negative, Sepia. White balance - The white balance ensures that any white in your videos is realistic.
4 The image will appear on the screen, with its image name. 5 Touch to return to the video. LG GD510N | User Guide 6 The image will be saved in your My stuff folder and appear in the gallery.
Setting a photo as wallpaper 1 Touch Gallery in the ENTERTAINMENT tab. 2 Touch the photo you would like to set as wallpaper. 3 Touch the screen to open the menu. 4 Touch 5 You can change the size of the picture with 6 When you are happy with the picture touch Set.
Emboss - Give an Emboss effect. Solarize - Change the effect of exposure to the light. LG GD510N | User Guide Vivid - Give an effect of clearness and brilliance. Moonlight - Change the light to look like moonlight.
Multimedia You can store any multimedia files on your phone’s memory so that you have easy access to all your pictures, sounds, videos and games. You can also save your files to a memory card. Using a memory card allows you to free space in your phone’s memory.
Sounds. 2 Select a sound you want and a confirmation message appears. 3 Touch Yes. It will begin to play. LG GD510N | User Guide 4 Touch and select Use as. 5 Choose from Ringtone, Message tone, Start-up and Shut down.
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 using Bluetooth: 1 Make sure your phone and computer have Bluetooth switched on and are visible to one another.
The easiest way to transfer music onto your phone is via Bluetooth or your sync cable. You can also use LG PC Suite. To transfer using Bluetooth: 1 Make sure both devices have Bluetooth switched on and can see each other.
4 Touch Done. FM Radio Your LG GD510N has an FM radio feature so you can tune into your favourite stations to listen on the move. NOTE: You will need to attach your headphones to listen to the radio.
Adding a memo 1 Touch Memo in the UTILITIES tab. 2 Touch Add memo. 3 Type your memo, then touch Save. 4 Your memo will then appear on the screen in the Memo application. Setting your alarm 1 Touch Alarms in the UTILITIES tab. Widget alarm should appear in the list as default and you can not delete it.
3 Touch to end recording. 4 Touch to listen to your recording. LG GD510N | User Guide Using your calculator 1 Touch Calculator in the UTILITIES tab. 2 Touch the numeric keys using the keypad to input numbers.
Adding a city to your World clock 1 Touch Tools in the UTILITIES tab. 2 Select World clock. 3 Touch the , followed by Add city. 4 Scroll the globe, touch the area you want and choose the city on the map.
4 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the LG PC Suite Installer wizard. 5 Once installation is complete, the LG PC Suite icon will appear on your desktop. Connecting your phone and PC 1 From the Home screen press and select Connectivity on the SETTINGS tab.
TIP! Viewing the contents of your phone on your PC helps you to arrange fi les, organise documents and remove content that you no longer need. Synchronising your contacts 1 Connect the phone to your PC. 2 Click on the Manage Contacts icon. 3 Your PC will now import and display all contacts saved to your SIM card and handset.
You can use either the USB cable or Bluetooth. Using the USB cable: 1 Ensure you have the LG PC Suite installed on your PC. 2 Connect your GD510N and your PC using the USB cable as outlined previously and launch the LG PC Suite software.
2 Pair your PC and GD510N so that a passcode is required for connection. 3 Use the Connection wizard on your LG PC Suite to create an active Bluetooth connection. 4 Click Internet Kit on your PC. Then click New button.
Zigzag or Scrolling. Dialling - Adjust the number colour. LG GD510N | User Guide NOTE: The longer the backlight is on, the more battery power is used. This may result in your needing to charge your phone more often.
Languages - Change the language of your GD510N’s display. Motion silent - Make the GD510N go into the mute or snooze settings by flipping it over when it is ringing. Auto keylock - Lock the keypad automatically in the Home screen. Security - Adjust your security settings, including PIN codes and handset lock.
USB connection mode - Choose a Data service from the options and synchronise your GD510N using the LG PC Suite software to copy files from your phone. See PC Sync for more information on synchronisation. If you use Music sync with Windows Media Player, select Music sync in this menu.
TIP! Check the progress bar to make sure your fi le is sent. To receive a file: 1 To receive files, your Bluetooth must be both ON and Visible. See Changing your Bluetooth settings below for more information. 2 A message will prompt you to accept the file from the sender.
3 Touch Ask before connect or Always connect and touch Yes to Connect now. Your GD510N will automatically switch to Headset profile. LG GD510N | User Guide Software Upgrade LG Mobile Phone Software Upgrade Program For more information on installing and using this program, please visit http://update.
Data cable Battery Stereo headset NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty. • Accessories may be different in different regions; please check with our regional service company or agent for further inquires.
• 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.
• Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust. • Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it LG GD510N | User Guide 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 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. •...
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. LG GD510N | User Guide • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.
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• 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.
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. (8) During the warranty period LG or its authorised service agent will repair or replace at LG’s sole discretion a defective product.
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(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.