LG Electronics KU990 manual Your standby screen, Touchscreen tips

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Your standby screen

Whenever your KU990 isn’t in use it’ll return to your home screen. From here you access all the menu options, make a quick call and view the status of your phone - as well as many other things.

Touchscreen tips

The home screen is also a great place to get accustomed to the touch screen.

To select an item touch the icon accurately. Your KU990 will vibrate slightly when it recognises you’ve touched an option.

To scroll through lists touch the last item visible and slide your fi nger up the screen. The list will move up so more items are visible.

 

There’s no need to press too hard, the

 

 

touchscreen is sensitive enough to pick up

 

 

on a light yet fi rm touch.

 

Use the tip of your fi nger to touch the

 

 

option you require. Be careful not to touch

 

 

any other keys around it.

 

When the screen light is off, press the

Your

 

Unlock/Lock key on the right hand side

 

to restore the home screen.

standby

 

Don’t cover the phone with a case or cover

 

 

 

as the touchscreen will not work with any

screen

 

material covering them.

 

 

Status bar

 

Multitasking

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shortcut arrows

Quick keys

Shortcut menu

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Contents KU990 User Guide Page Set up Contents Sending a photo or video from Get creativeGet organised Guidelines Getting to know your phone Flash Camera lens Camera mode Set upOpen view LG KU990 User Guide Remove the battery Installing the Usim and batterySet up Remove the battery cover Ngernail when removing the batteryCharging your phone Install the Usim cardInstall the battery Formatting the memory card Installing a memory cardMemory card Transferring your contactsMenu map Your standby screen Touchscreen tipsAdvice to the customer Quick keysIcon Description Multitasking Applications running An alarm is setStatus bar Message inbox is fullTouch the standby screen once above the quick keys Shortcut menuChanging your profile from the status bar Making a call from your contacts CallsMaking a call or video call Answering and rejecting a callAdjusting the call volume In-call optionsTurning off Dtmf Speed diallingMaking a second call Viewing your call logsUsing call divert Using call barringTouch , select and choose Call setting Changing the common call settingChanging your video call setting Adding a new contact ContactsSearching for a contact Contact options Creating a groupUsim memory Changing your contact settingsViewing information Restoring your phone’s informationSending a message MessagingMessaging Entering textKeyboard T9 predictiveAbc manual Handwriting recognitionSetting up your email Touch then chose Create new message Sending an email using your new accountRetrieving your email Changing your email settings Message foldersManaging your messages You can use your Inbox to manage your messagesChanging your text message settings Using templatesUsing emoticons Touch then choose TemplatesTouch then choose Settings then Changing your other settingsChanging your multimedia message settings After you’ve taken your photo CameraTaking a quick photo Slightly press the capture buttonGetting to know the viewfinder TIP! You can close all the shortcutAsh. This is useful if you want to save battery power Using the flashUsing the quick settings There are three fl ash optionsQuick photo Adjusting the contrastChoosing a shot type Fun frames to transform yourUsing continuous shot mode Taking a panoramic shotUsing the advanced settings Zoom Choose a zoom to apply to the photo you’re takingBottom left corner Select Changing the image sizeChoosing a colour tone Touch the colour tone you’d like to use and select SaveViewing your saved photos Using the inner cameraViewing the details of a photo After you’ve shot your video Video cameraShooting a quick video Press the capture button once to start recordingCamera mode Contrast See Adjusting the contrast on Touch Slide the contrast indicator along Video image size onChanging the video image size To return to the main camera touch and then Using the inner video cameraSelect Save Watching your saved videos Touch the video a second time to open it fullyYour photos and videos Using zoom when viewing a video or photoAdjusting the volume when viewing a video Viewing your photos and videosSending a photo or video from Setting a photo as wallpaper Viewing your videos on a TVSee Adding text to a photo on Editing your photosSelect . The following screen will be displayed See belowChoose to apply any of the six options to the photo Adding text to a photoAdding an effect to a photo To undo an effect simply touch UndoSwapping the colours in a photo Morphing a photoAdding a colour accent to a photo My images option menus MultimediaMy images Sending a photoDeleting an image Using an imageOrganising your images Outgoing call Set an image to appear during outgoing callsCreating a slide show Moving or copying an imageMarking and unmarking images My sounds Using a soundChecking your memory status My videosUsing the video options menu Using options while video is pausedUsing a video clip as a ringtone Editing a video clipDownloading a game Using the games options menuMy games and apps Playing a gameDocuments Flash contentsViewing an SWF file Transferring a file to your phoneOthers Muvee studioTransferring music onto your phone Creating a movieMusic Touch to stop the music and return to the Music menu Playing a songCreating a playlist Video playlists Editing a playlistDeleting a playlist Voice recorderSending the voice recording Using the radioRecording a sound or voice Editing the channels Resetting channelsSearching for stations Listening to the radio Adding an event to your calendar Changing your default calendar viewOrganiser Sharing a to do item Using date finderAdding an item to your to do list Select Date finderAdding a memo Setting your alarmUsing your calculator Select World clock Adding a city to your world clockConverting a unit Select ConverterPC Sync Installing LG PC Suite on your computerConnecting your phone and PC Backing up and restoring your phone’s informationSynchronising your contacts Connect your phone to your PC Click on the Contacts iconConnect your phone to your PC Click on the Messages icon Using your phone as a mass storage deviceSynchronising your messages DivX Converter Accessing the web WebOnce you have changed your settings, select OK Web Accessing a savedChanging the web browser settings Saving aLG PC Suite software Using your phone as a modemUsing Bluetooth Click Connect and your PC will connect through your KU990Web Personalising your profiles SettingsChanging your screen settings MyTunesTouch then . Touch Phone settings and select Connectivity Changing your phone settingsChanging your connectivity settings Your KU990’s displaySending and receiving your files using Bluetooth Using memory managerUsing flight mode Pairing with another Bluetooth device Using a Bluetooth headset Settings Battery Stylus and carry strap Stereo headset AccessoriesThese accessories were supplied with KU990 Charger Accessories General Network serviceAmbient Temperatures Product name KU990 System GSM 900 / DCS PCS 1900 / W-CDMAPage Exposure to radio frequency energy Do not dismantle the phone or batteryGuidelines for safe and efficient Use GuidelinesDo not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust Product care and maintenanceDo not drop Do not expose the phone to liquid or moistureBlasting area Road safetyEfficient phone operation Electronics devices Potentially explosive atmospheresEmergency calls Battery information and careChildren

KU990 specifications

The LG Electronics KU990, also known as the LG Viewty, was a significant mobile phone released in 2007 that marked a turning point in the evolution of smartphone technology. Notably, the KU990 was one of the first devices to showcase a large touchscreen interface combined with an impressive camera, making it a favorite among photography enthusiasts and casual users alike.

One of the standout features of the KU990 was its 5-megapixel camera, which was remarkable for its time. Equipped with features such as autofocus, flash, and image stabilization, the KU990 set itself apart from other devices on the market which typically offered lower-resolution cameras. The camera also included a range of shooting modes and settings, allowing users to take high-quality photos with ease. The ability to capture images and videos with a quality that rivaled some compact digital cameras contributed to the KU990's appeal.

The device featured a 3-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 400 pixels, offering vibrant colors and sharp details. The touchscreen was responsive and user-friendly, allowing for easy navigation through the phone's features and applications. The KU990's design was sleek and modern, characterized by smooth lines and a minimalist aesthetic that appealed to consumers looking for an elegant device.

In addition to its camera capabilities, the KU990 supported various multimedia functions. It was capable of playing video files and music, making it a versatile choice for entertainment on the go. The phone came preloaded with several applications, including a web browser and email client, enhancing its utility as a smartphone.

Connectivity options were another highlight of the KU990. It supported 3G networks, allowing for faster internet browsing and data downloads compared to many of its contemporaries. Bluetooth connectivity enabled users to share files with other devices and connect to wireless accessories like headphones.

The LG KU990 Viewty was a pioneer in combining advanced camera technology with smartphone functionality. Its legacy is reflected in the growing emphasis on camera quality in modern smartphones, making it a noteworthy device in the history of mobile technology.