LG-B525 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 the software of the phone or your service provider.
Contents 2 Phone Components....................................5 Using your touch screen............................7 Touch screen tips......................................7 Control the touch screen.......................7 Installing the SIM Card...........................8 Installing a Memory card........................8 Formatting the Memory card................8 Calls..............................................................9 Making a Call.........................................
Banner........................................................16 Safety Care................................................ 17 Games and apps....................................... 17 Setting your alarm...................................17 Voice recorder...........................................17 Using your calculator..............................17 Converting a unit.....................................17 Installing LG PC Suite on your computer. 18 The web.................................................
Blasting area............................................28 Potentially explosive atmospheres....28 In aircraft...................................................28 Children.....................................................28 Emergency calls.....................................29 Battery information and care.............29 Accessories................................................31 Technical Data..........................................32 Troubleshooting.......................................
Phone Components Earpiece Back Key Return to the previous screen. Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen. Menu Key Display the available options. TOP Handsfree or Stereo earphone connector BOTTOM Charger/ USB port QuickButton Key Select apps you wish to get quick access to using QuickButton.
Volume keys • In the Home screen: Ring tone and touch tone volume. • During a call: Earpiece volume. • Down volume key: Press and hold to activate/ deactivate Silent mode. • How to start QuickMemo: Press Volume up and down key simultaneously. QuickMemo allows you to write a memo on a captured image Power/Lock key • Short press to turn on/off the screen. • Long press for power on/off.
Using your touch screen Touch screen tips Control the touch screen • To select an item, touch the centre of the icon. • Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm touch. • Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you require. Be careful not to touch any other keys. • Whenever your LG-B525 is not in use, it will return to the lock screen. The controls on the LG-B525 touch screen change dynamically depending on the task you are carrying out.
Installing the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a SIM card loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, any optional services available and many others. Important! › 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.
Calls Making a Call 1. T ouch to open the keypad. 2. Enter the number using the keypad. 3. Touch to initiate the call. TIP! To enter + for making an international call, touch and hold “0”. Press the power key to lock the touch screen to prevent calls being made by mistake. Making a call from your contacts 1. F rom the home screen touch the Contacts. to open 2. Tap the search field box on the top of the screen and enter the first few letters of the contact you would like to call using the keypad. 3.
Answering and rejecting a call When your phone rings, touch key to answer the call. To mute the ringing, touch on Silent tab in alerting screen. This is useful if you forgot to change your profile to Silent for a meeting. Touch on Reject tab to reject an incoming call in alerting screen. Cost save mode 10 Every contact is added along with assigned SIM when adding in phone book. During Calling, matching operator SIM is identified and the operation is completed using the matching operator SIM.
4. You can enter up to five different numbers per contact. 5. Add an email addresses. You can enter up to two different email addresses per contact. 6. Assign the contact to one or more groups. 7. Touch Save to save the contact. Messaging Your LG-B525 combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive and easy-to-use menu. Sending a message 1. Touch Messages in menu and touch Write message to begin composing a new message. 2. Touch Insert to add an Image, Video, Sound, Template and so on. 3.
TIP: User can copy a selected text from any editor and can paste the same in any other editor Ex: Go to Message editor, type some text. Now select the text you want to copy by scrolling over the text and go to Option and tap on Copy . Now place the cursor at a point you want to paste the text. Go to Option and tap on Paste, so that copied text will get pasted. NOTE: Spam message - You can block the unwanted messages by giving Spam numbers or Spam words.
NOTE: Excuse message - During Incoming call alert, a preset message can be send by taping on Excuse msg. NOTE: SMS Sorting - Inbox Messages can be sorted with the given sorting options for an easy access of messages. (Date, Sender, Read and unread) Setting up your email Touch E-mail from Apps Menu Screen 2. If the email account is not set up, start the email set up wizard and finish it.
Send Via - Touch to send the photo as a Message, E-mail or via Bluetooth. Set as - Touch to set as Home screen wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper, Contacts image. Touch to delete the image. Touch to take another photo immediately. Touch to view a gallery of your saved photos. Using the advanced settings From the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced settings options. After selecting the option, touch the OK button.
After making a video Using the advanced settings A still image representing your captured video will appear on the screen. The name of the video is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The following options are available. Touch to play the video. Touch to Send Via - To send the video as a Message, E-mail or via Bluetooth. Touch to delete the video you have just made and confirm by touching Yes. The viewfinder will reappear. Touch to shoot another video immediately. Your current video will be saved.
Albums - Browse through your music collection by album. Genres - Browse through your music collection by genre. Folders - Contains all the folders you have created. Playlists - Contains all the playlists you have created. Shuffle tracks - Play your tracks in a random order. Managing files 16 You can store multimedia files in your phone’s memory so you have easy access to all your images, sounds, videos, documents and other content. You can also save your files to a memory card.
Safety Care Setting your alarm Go to Menu > Settings > Device settings > Safety Care. Safety care let people around you know your emergency situations. Safety care provides services as follow: • Emergency call forwarding • Phone non-usage notice Voice recorder Games and apps You can install new games and applications on your phone to keep you amused when you have spare time. Touch Games and apps and choose Games, Applications, Phantom browser. 1. T ouch Alarms. 2.
Temperature, Volume or Velocity. 3. T hen select the unit and enter the value you would like to convert from. Installing LG PC Suite on your computer 1. Go to www.lg.com and choose your country. 2. Select Support and Go to Mobile Support. 3. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the LG PC Suite Installation on your PC. The web Internet gives you a fast, colourful world of games, music, news, sport, entertainment and loads more, straight to your mobile phone.
To Activate/Deactivate the SIM card, Touch Dual SIM settings from Menu. Settings Changing your phone settings Use the freedom of adapting the LG-B525 to your own preferences. Touch Settings then select Device settings. Anti-theft mobile tracker - When the handset is stolen, handset sends the SMS to the numbers configured by real owner. To activate the ATMT feature, you will need to set ATMT on, and configure the ATMT settings with Sender name and Sending number list. Default ATMT Code is “0000”.
accepted. All notification sound will be muted. To exit the SOS mode, press the End key in Homescreen. Changing your connectivity settings 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 Settings > Connectivity. Sending and receiving your files using Bluetooth To send a file: 1. Open the file you want to send, typically this will be a photo, video or music file. 2. Choose Send via. Choose Bluetooth.
the file. Files will usually be saved to the appropriate folder in My stuff. TIP! 1. When you use a Bluetooth headset , A2DP and AVRCP profiles are not supported while you play video. It means you will not listen video sound if you use Bluetooth headset. 2. Bluetooth file transferring function will be blocked under some applications running. (Voice call, Camera, Music Player, UMS/ PCSync). Wi-Fi Wireless Manager allows you to manage Internet connections your phone’s Wi-Fi (a wireless LAN).
Phone Software update LG Mobile Phone Software update from internet For more information on using this function, please visit the http://update.lgmobile.com or http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp ----> select country. This Feature allows you to update the firmware of your phone to the latest version conveniently from the internet without the need to visit a service centre.
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Should a fault occur, a software tool is built into your device that will gather a fault log. This tool gathers only data specific to the fault, such as signal strength, cell ID position in sudden call drop and applications loaded. The log is used only to help determine the cause of the fault.
Product care and maintenance • This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5 cm away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least 1.5 cm away from your body. In order to transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network.
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 to 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 use, touch or attempt to remove or fix broken, chipped or cracked glass. Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty. • Your phone is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your phone during or immediately after operation.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions require you to do so. • RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment. • If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance.
Glass Parts Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove. Stop using your mobile device until the glass is replaced by an authorised service provider. Blasting area Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules.
Emergency calls Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile networks. Therefore you should never depend solely on your phone for emergency calls. Check with your local service provider. Battery information and care • 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 battery life.
waste. • If you need to replace the battery, take it to your 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. 30 • Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.
Accessories There are various accessories for your mobile phone. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Travel Adapter Standard Battery User Guide LG-B525 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 enquires.
Technical Data DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-B525 product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/declaration 32 NOTE: • Illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone. • Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution Telephone cannot be switched on Please take out battery and insert again. Then press Power key to power on the phone. Battery empty Charge battery. Check charging indicator on display. The battery doesn’t charge properly or the phone sometimes turns itself off Wipe the charging contacts, both on the phone and on the battery, with a clear soft cloth.
Problem Possible Solution Charging error—Wrong charger Only use original LG accessories. Charging error—Battery defective Replace battery. Charging error—No battery icon appears when charging The battery is empty or has been not used for a long time. It may take a while before the battery icon appears on the screen. Forgot the phone code or password The default phone code is “0000”. Enter PUK The PIN code has been entered incorrectly three times in succession, and the phone is now blocked.
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. You have entered a number but it was not dialed Be sure that you have pressed Call key. Be sure that you have accessed the right network service. Be sure that you have not set an outgoing call barring option. Be sure that you have entered the area code.
Problem Possible Solution The voice quality of the call is poor Check the signal strength indicator on the display. The number of bars indicates the signal strength. Try moving the phone slightly or moving closer to a window if you are in a building. No number is dialed when you recall a contact Use the Phonebook Search feature to ensure the number has been stored correctly. Resave the number, if necessary. Cannot use the Browser Your subscription does not include data capability.
Body-worn Operation This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.59 inches (1.5cm) from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.59 inches (1.5cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone. Belt-clips, holsters and similar accessories containing metallic components may not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.59 inch (1.
