ENGLISH User Guide LG-D160 MFL68240633 (1.0) www.lg.
ENGLISH User Guide • • • • • Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone. Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice. This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard. Copyright ©2014 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use..... 5 Important notice................................... 13 Getting to know your phone................. 19 Phone overview..................................... 19 Installing the SIM card and battery......... 21 Charging the phone................................ 23 Using the memory card.......................... 24 Locking and unlocking the screen.......... 25 Knock Code............................................ 25 KnockOn............................
Composing and sending email............... 47 Multimedia............................................ 48 Camera.................................................. 48 Getting to know the viewfinder.............. 48 Using the advanced settings................. 49 Taking a quick photo ........................... 50 Once you've taken a photo................... 50 Viewing your saved photos................... 51 Video camera......................................... 52 Getting to know the viewfinder..............
PERSONAL............................................. 77 SYSTEM................................................. 79 PC software (LG PC Suite).................... 82 Phone software update........................ 85 About this user guide........................... 87 About this user guide............................. 87 Trademarks............................................ 88 Accessories........................................... 89 Troubleshooting.................................... 90 FAQ..................
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.
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. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Product care and maintenance WARNING Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular device model.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard. Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol). Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings. The phone should be charged in a well ventilated area. Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.
Efficient phone operation Electronics devices All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket. • Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones. • Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc. • Use your phone in temperatures between 0 ºC and 40 ºC, if possible.
Avoid damage to your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.
Potentially explosive atmospheres • • • Do not use your phone at a refueling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals. Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone or accessories. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. • Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft. • Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.
• • • • • • • • • • • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery. Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing. Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability. Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom. Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, as this may deteriorate battery performance.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-D160 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 HOW TO UPDATE YOUR SMARTPHONE Access to latest firmware releases, new software functions and improvements. • Update your smartphone without a PC. Select Update Center Software update.
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1. Phone memory When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.
To check the battery power level: • From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > About phone > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen. To monitor and control how battery power is being used: • From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > About phone > Battery > Battery use. Battery usage time is displayed on the screen.
4. Using a screen lock Set a screen lock to secure your phone and prevent unauthorized use. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Lock screen > Select screen lock > None, Swipe, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN, or Password. If you choose Pattern, you will be prompted to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your screen lock. Caution: Create a Google account before setting a screen lock and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your screen lock.
5. Using the Hard Reset (Factory reset) WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn the phone off. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key . Release the Power/Lock Key when the LG logo is displayed. Press the Power/Lock Key again within 3 seconds. When the Factory data reset screen appear, release all keys.
6. Opening and switching applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another one. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily. To stop applications: 1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings RUNNING.
8. Hold your phone upright Hold your cell phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. Your phone has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this may affect performance. When making/receiving calls or sending/receiving data, avoid holding the lower part of the phone where the antenna is located. Doing so may affect call quality. 9.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Proximity Sensor Volume Keys Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen. Back Key Return to the previous screen. Power/Lock Key Turn your phone on/off, restart, lock/unlock the screen, turn airplane mode on or off, and change the ringer type. Menu Key Display the available options.
Volume Keys On the Home screen: Control ringer volume. • During a call: Control your earpiece volume. • When playing audio/video: Control volume continuously. • Power/Lock Key 3.5 mm Headset Jack Microphone Charger/USB Port NOTE: Please be careful not to block the microphone by your hand when you call.
Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. 1 To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in figure below. 2 Slide the SIM card into its slot as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.
3 Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2). 4 Align the back cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).
Charging the phone The Charger/USB Port is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the USB cable into the phone and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. NOTE: • The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. • Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.
Using the memory card Make sure to unmount the SD card in the Storage menu before removing it. 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards. NOTE: Use only compatible memory cards with your phone. Using incompatible memory cards may damage the card and data stored on the card, as well as the phone. To format the memory card: Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn't, you must format it before you can use it.
3 Touch Unmount SD card. 4 Touch Erase SD card > Erase SD card > Erase everything. 5 If you have set a pattern lock, input the pattern lock then select Erase everything. Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your phone.
KnockOn You can turn on/off the screen by just double-tap. To activate KnockON feature 1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > Gestures. 2 Place a checkmark on Screen on/off. Double-tap the center screen quickly to unlock the screen. To lock the screen, double-tap the status bar in any screen (except on the camera viewfinder) or empty area on the Home screen. NOTE: When turning the screen on, make sure you do not cover the proximity sensor.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Touch or tap – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.
NOTE: • To select an item, tap the center of the icon. • Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap. • Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other keys. Home screen Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the Home screen panels. You can customize each panel with pre-loaded and downloaded apps, widgets, and wallpapers.
The Quick Keys are available at the bottom of the Home screen. Quick Keys provide easy and one-tap access to the functions you use the most. NOTE: To add an icon, drag it to the Quick Keys bar and release it. To remove an icon, drag it out of the Quick Keys bar. Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen.
To customize apps icons on the Home screen 1 Touch and hold an application icon until it is unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application. 2 Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size. 3 Tap OK to save the change. Notifications Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads.
Quick Settings Use the Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness and more. To access the Quick Settings, open the Notifications Panel. The Quick Settings bar is located at the top of the Notifications Panel. To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification Panel Swipe the Quick Settings bar to the right and tap . Touch and hold next to the items you want to move and drag it to the desired location.
The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.
On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text. Using the keypad & entering text Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps. Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard. Tap to access the LG Keyboard settings. Tap to enter a space.
Google account setup The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one. Creating your Google account 1 From the Home screen, tap to open the applications screen. 2 Tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account > Google > New to start the Gmail set up wizard. 3 Tap a text field to open the keyboard and enter your name and username for your Google account.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or 'hotspot'. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or use security features, you must configure your phone to be able to connect to them.
Bluetooth Bluetooth allows you to share data with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and connect to Bluetooth headsets. NOTE: • LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.
Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device. NOTE: Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the other device has a PIN, you will be asked to enter it. Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate application or from the Downloads app. 2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth.
PC connections with a USB cable Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable using the different USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP) 1 Connect your phone to a PC using the USB cable provided with your phone. 2 A USB connection type list will appear on your phone screen. You can also go to System settings > PC connection > Select USB connection method > Media sync (MTP). 3 You can now view media contents on your PC and transfer the files.
Calls Making a call 1 2 3 4 From the Home screen, tap to open the dial pad. Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap Tap to make a call. To end a call, tap . . TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your contacts 1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. 2 Scroll through the contact list or tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.
Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys on the left-hand side of the phone. Making a second call 1 During your first call, tap Menu Key , touch Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialed numbers list by tapping or search contacts by tapping and selecting the contact you want to call. 2 Tap to make the call. 3 Your initial call is placed on hold. 4 Tap if you want to start a conference call.
Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Tap the Menu Key . 3 Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact 1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. 2 Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen. Adding a new contact 1 From the Home screen, tap and enter the new contact's number. 2 Tap > New contact.
Removing a contact from your favorites list 1 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. 2 Tap the tab and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the yellow color star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites. Creating a group 1 2 3 4 From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. Tap the Groups tab, then tap the Menu Key > New group. Enter a name for the new group.
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. NOTE: LG message should be set up to default SMS app. If not, some message functions will be limited. Sending a message 1 Tap on the Home screen and tap to compose a new message. 2 Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear. You can tap a suggested recipient. You can add more than one contact.
• • WARNING The 160-character limit may vary from country to country, depending on the language and how the text message is coded. If an image, video or audio file is added to an text message, it is automatically converted into a multimedia message and you are charged accordingly. View mode Unread messages are located at the top. Other messages exchanged with another party are displayed in threads and in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation.
E-mail You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the Email application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account. After the initial set-up, the Email application displays the contents of your inbox.
Composing and sending email To compose and send a message 1 While in the Email application, tap . 2 Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons. 3 Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy recipients. Tap to attach files, if needed. 4 Tap the message field and enter your message. 5 Tap to send the email.
Multimedia Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Settings – Tap to open the Settings menu. Video mode – Tap to switch to video mode. Capture – Takes a photo. Gallery – Tap to view the last photo you captured. This enables you to access your Gallery and view saved photos within camera mode. NOTE: The memory capacity may differ depending on the configured camera settings.
Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key . This enables you to take a picture by saying a voice command. Say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG to take a photo. This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image. You can choose the image size. The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor.
TIP! • When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color effect, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo. • The setting menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change photo color or quality elements, you will see a preview of the changed image behind the Settings menu. Taking a quick photo 1 Open the Camera application. 2 Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph.
NOTE: Additional charges may apply when multimedia messages are downloaded while roaming. Tap the Menu Key to open the following advanced options. Set image as – Tap to use the photo as a Contact photo, Home screen wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper, or Wallpaper. Move – Tap to move the photo to another album. Copy – Tap to copy the selected photo and save it to another album. Copy to Clip Tray – Tap to copy the photo and store in the Clip Tray. Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected photo.
Video camera To open the video camera, tap Camera video mode. on the Home screen, then tap to switch to Getting to know the viewfinder Settings – Tap to open the settings menu. Camera mode – Tap to switch to camera mode. Record – Starts recording. Gallery – Tap to view the last video you recorded. This enables you to access your Gallery and view your saved videos from within video mode. NOTE: While recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the Zoom function.
Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, tap the Back Key . to open the advanced options. After selecting the option, tap Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Improves white balance in various lighting conditions. Choose a color effect to use for your video. Activate this to use your phone's location-based services for geo-tagging purposes.
Recording a quick video 1 2 3 4 5 6 Open the Camera application and tap the Video mode button . The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen. Hold your phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. Tap once to start recording. A timer showing the length of the video is displayed. Tap to stop recording. After recording a video Tap the image preview at the bottom to view the last video you recorded. Tap to record another video immediately.
Gallery You can store multimedia files in the internal and external memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. • From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery . NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded. Viewing pictures Open the Gallery to display your available albums.
NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. Editing photos/videos When viewing an photo/video, tap the Menu Key options. and use the advanced editing Deleting images Use one of the following methods: • In an album, tap and select photos/videos by tapping them, then tap Delete. • When viewing a photo/video, tap .
Touch to pause/resume video playback. Touch to go 10 seconds backward. Touch to go 10 seconds forward. Touch to manage the video volume. Touch to change the ratio of the video screen. Tap to capture image during playing a video. Touch to lock/unlock a video screen. To change the volume while watching a video, press the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone. Touch and hold a video in the list. The Share, Delete and Details options will be displayed.
Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, from the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Music . Playing a song 1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Music 2 Tap the Songs tab. 3 Select the song you want to play. Tap to find the song on YouTube. Tap to see the current playlist. Tap to add the song to your Favorites playlist. Tap to set shuffle mode. 58 .
Tap to set repeat mode. Tap to adjust the music volume. Tap to go back to the beginning of the song. Tap twice to return to the previous song. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap to pause/resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments. Tap to go to the library. To change the volume while listening to music, press the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.
Utilities Alarm/Clock Setting your alarm 1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Alarm/Clock > 2 Set the desired alarm time. 3 Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. 4 Tap Save to save the alarm. NOTE: To change alarm settings, tap the Menu Key screen and select Settings. .
NOTE: For more complex calculations, tap the Menu Key Scientific calculator, then choose the desired functions. , select NOTE: To check your previous calculation history, tap the Menu Key select Calculation history. , Adding an event to your calendar 1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar . 2 Tap and choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda to change the month view. 3 Tap the date for which you wish to add an event and touch .
NOTE: Tap to access the list of recordings. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time. Sending the voice recording 1 Once you have finished recording, you can send the audio clip by touching 2 Choose from any of the available methods for sharing. . Recording Mode Icon Tap here to change the recording mode. Record Button Tap here to start recording a voice memo. List Button Tap here to view a list of your recordings.
Viewing files Mobile users can now easily view a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office documents and Adobe PDF, right on their mobile devices. When viewing documents using ThinkFree Viewer, the objects and layout remain the same as in the original documents. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. • From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google+ .
Guest Mode To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed. In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options. NOTE: To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance. 1 Tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Guest mode. 2 Tap the Guest Mode switch to enable this mode. Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice.
1 Access the QuickMemo feature by pressing both Volume Keys for one second on the screen you want to capture. OR OR rag the Status Bar down and tap D Quick Settings Bar. on the 2 Create a memo using the toolbar options. 3 Tap in the Edit menu to save the memo to the QuickMemo album in your Gallery. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail.
Using the QuickMemo options The following options are available when using QuickMemo. Allows you to choose a background. Undo or redo previous actions. Selects the pen type, pen color, and cropping tool. Erases the memo that you created. Tap to send your memo to others or share it via social network services. Saves the memo in the Gallery. Viewing the saved QuickMemo Open the Gallery and select the QuickMemo album.
The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. The Internet gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Internet .
Opening a page To open a new page, tap To go to an open page, tap > . , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap keywords that appear. , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap the Menu Key To open a bookmarked webpage, tap and select one. > Add to bookmarks > OK.
Opening a page To open a new page, tab To go to an open page, tap > + New tab. , scroll up or down and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap that appear. , speak a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome from other devices when you are logged in with the same Google account.
Settings Access the Settings menu 1 From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings OR From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings. 2 Select a setting category and configure the desired settings. . WIRELESS & NETWORKS < Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. TIP! How to obtain the MAC address To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your phone in the router.
< Call > Voicemail – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service. OUTGOING CALL Fixed dialing numbers – Turn on and compile a list of numbers that can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN2, which is available from your operator. Only numbers within the fixed dial list can be called from your phone. INCOMING CALL Incoming voice call pop-up – If you select this function, the incoming voice call pop-up will be displayed when an app is in use.
OTHERS Call barring – Lock incoming, outgoing or international calls. Call duration – View the duration of calls including Last call, Outgoing calls, Incoming calls and All calls. Additional call settings – Allows you to change the following settings: Caller ID: Choose whether to display your number in an outgoing call. Call waiting: If call waiting is activated, the handset will notify you of an incoming call while you are on a call (depending on your network provider).
DEVICE < Sound > SOUND PROFILE Sound profile – Set the sound profile to Sound, Vibrate only, or Silent. Volumes – Manage the volume for Ringtone, Notifications, Touch feedback & system, and Music, video, games & other media. Quiet mode – Allows you to set a schedule to configure the sound profile to silent. This mutes all sounds except alarms and media and allows repeat calls or calls from certain contacts to ring.
Auto-rotate screen – Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the phone. Daydream – Select the screensaver to display when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging. FONT Font type – Change the type display font. Font size – Change the size of the display font. < Home screen > Select Home – Sets your Home screen style. Select EasyHome to simulate a feature phone experience. SCREEN Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device.
< Lock screen > SCREEN SECURITY Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Set None, Swipe, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN or Password. Wallpaper – Select the wallpaper for your lock screen from Gallery or Wallpaper gallery. Shortcuts – Customize the shortcuts on the lock screen. Contact info for lost Phone – Show owner info on the lock screen in case your phone is lost. LOCK TIME Lock timer – Set the lock time after the screen times out.
SENSOR Motion sensor calibration – Improve the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the sensor. < Storage > INTERNAL STORAGE – View the internal storage usage. SD CARD – Check total available SD card space. Tap Unmount SD card for safe removal. If no SD card is mounted, tap Mount SD card. Tap Erase SD card if you want to delete all data from the SD card.
Bluetooth – Turns off Bluetooth if it's not connected to a device. Vibrate on touch – Turns off touch feedback. Brightness – Adjusts the brightness. Screen timeout – Adjusts the screen timeout. Help – Tap to view help information on the battery saver tips. < Apps > Use the Apps menu to view details about the applications installed on your phone, manage their data, and force them to stop.
< Location > MODE High accuracy – Use GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate location. Battery saving – Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate location. Device sensors only – Use GPS to pinpoint your location. RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS Displays apps that have recently requested location information. LOCATION SERVICES Allows you to view your Google location settings. < Security > ENCRYPTION Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt the phone to keep it secure.
CREDENTIAL STORAGE Storage type – Displays the storage type. Trusted credentials – Display trusted CA certificates. Install from storage – Choose to install encrypted certificates. Clear credentials – Remove all certificates. < Language & input > Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary.
< Accessibility > Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone. < PC connection > USB CONNECTION Select USB connection method – Set the default mode used when connecting the phone to a PC via a USB cable. Choose from Charge phone, Media sync (MTP),Tethering, LG Software and Send image (PTP). Ask upon connecting – Checkmark to confirm the USB connection type when you connect to a PC. Help – Displays connection settings information.
Network – Allow you to view your network, network type and strength, service state, roaming status, mobile network state, and IP address. Status – Allow you to view your phone number, MIN, PRL version, ESN, MEID HEX, MEID DEC. Battery – Allows you to view the battery status, battery level, and battery use information. Hardware information – Allows you to view the model number, up time, warranty date code, Wi-Fi MAC address and Bluetooth address.
PC software (LG PC Suite) "LG PC Suite" PC software is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC. With your "LG PC Suite" PC Software, You Can... • Manage and play your media contents (music, movie, picture) on your PC. • Send multimedia contents to your device. • Synchronizes data (schedules, contacts, bookmarks) in your device and PC. • Backup the applications in your device.
System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software • OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32 bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 • CPU: 1 GHz or higher processors • Memory: 512 MB or higher RAMs • Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit color or higher • HDD: 500 MB or more free hard disk space (More free hard disk space may be needed depending on the volume of data stored.
Moving contacts from your Old Device to your New Device 1 Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program. 2 Install "LG PC Suite" on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using a USB cable. 3 On the top menu, select Device > Import to device > Import contacts. 4 A popup window to select the file type and a file to import will appear. 5 On the popup, click the Select a file and Windows Explorer will appear.
Phone software update Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/ index.jsp select your country and language. This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.
NOTE: Your personal data from internal phone storage—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/application data and settings, any downloaded applications and your DRM licence—might be lost in the process of updating your phone's software. Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data.
About this user guide About this user guide • • • • • • • Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your phone safely and correctly. Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your phone. Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice.
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Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Battery Quick Start Guide Data cable Stereo headset NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions.
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes There is no SIM card in the phone SIM card error or it is inserted incorrectly. No network connection/ Dropped network Codes do not match 90 Possible corrective measures Make sure that the SIM card is correctly inserted. Signal is weak or you are outside the carrier network.
Message No applications can be set Calls not available Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider or registration required. Contact your service provider. Dialling error New network not authorized. New SIM card inserted. Check for new restrictions. Pre-paid charge limit reached. Contact service provider or reset limit with PIN2. On/Off key pressed Phone cannot too briefly. be switched Battery is not on charged. Press the On/Off key for at least two seconds.
Message 92 Possible causes Possible corrective measures Number not allowed The Fixed dialling number function is on. Check the Settings menu and turn the function off. Impossible to receive / send SMS & photos Memory full Delete some messages from your phone. Files do not open Unsupported file format Check the supported file formats. The screen does not turn on when I receive a call.
FAQ Category Sub-Category BT Bluetooth Devices Question What are the functions available via Bluetooth How can Data I backup Contacts Backup Contacts? Answer You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit. Also, when the FTP server is connected to a compatible device, you can share content stored on the storage media. The Contacts data can be synchronized between your phone and Gmail™.
Category Sub-Category 94 Question Answer Google™ Service Google Account Is it possible to filter emails? No, email filtering is not supported via the phone. Phone Function Email What happens when I execute another application while writing an email? Your email will automatically be saved as a draft. Phone Function Ringtone Is there a file size limitation for when I want to use MP3 file as ring tone? There is no file size limitation.
Category Sub-Category Question Answer Is it possible to synchronize my contacts from all my email accounts? Only Gmail and MS Exchange server (company email server) contacts can be synchronized. Phone Function Wait and Pause Is it possible to save a contact with Wait and Pause in the numbers? If you transferred a contact with the W & P functions saved into the number, you will not be able to use those features. You will need to re-save each number. How to save with Wait and Pause: 1.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Unlock Pattern 96 Question How do I create the Unlock Pattern? Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key . 2. Tap System settings > Lock screen. 3. Tap Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern will appear. 4. Set up by drawing your pattern once, and once again for confirmation. Precautions to take when using the pattern lock. It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set.
Category Sub-Category Question Answer Phone Function Unlock Pattern If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the forgot pattern button. You What should I are then required to log in with your do if I forget the Google account to unlock your unlock pattern phone.
Category Sub-Category Answer Is it possible to change my phone's language? The phone has multilingual capabilities. To change the language: 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap System settings. 2. Tap Language & input > Language. 3. Tap the desired language. Phone Function VPN How do I set up a VPN? VPN access configuration is different for each company. To configure VPN access from your phone, you must obtain the details from your company’s network administrator.
Category Sub-Category Question Answer Phone Function Wi-Fi & mobile network When Wi-Fi and mobile network are both available, which service will my phone use? When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to On). However, there will be no notification when your phone switches from one to the other. To know which data connection is being used, view the mobile network or Wi-Fi icon at the top of your screen.
Category Sub-Category Question Answer Phone Function Charger Is it possible to charge my phone using a USB data cable without installing the necessary USB driver? Yes, the phone will be charged by the USB cable regardless of whether the necessary drivers are installed or not. Phone Function Alarm Can I use music files for my alarm? Yes. In the Alarm clock setting, select the song as the Alarm sound.
