ENGLISH User Guide LG-E612 P/N : MFL67531107 (1.0) G 1 www.lg.
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ENGLISH LG-E612 User Guide This guide helps you get started using your phone. • Some parts of this manual may not apply to your phone, depending on your phone's software and your service provider. • This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard. • Copyright ©2012 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use .....9 Getting to know your phone ................22 Device components.................................34 Installing the SIM card and battery ...........37 Charging your phone ...............................39 Using the memory card ...........................40 Locking and unlocking the screen ............43 Secure your lock screen ..........................44 Your Home screen ...............................48 Touch screen tips..................................
Connecting to Networks and Devices ..65 Wi-Fi ......................................................65 Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ..................65 Bluetooth................................................66 Sharing your phone's data connection ......69 Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through SmartShare ............................................73 Using SmartShare ...................................74 PC connections with a PC data cable .......77 Calls ................................................
Contents Messaging ...........................................90 Sending a message ................................90 Threaded box ........................................91 Using emoticons .....................................92 Changing your message settings .............92 Email ....................................................93 Managing an email account.....................93 Email account screen ..............................94 Working with account folders ...................
FM Radio..............................................116 Searching for stations ...........................116 LG SmartWorld...................................118 How to get to LG SmartWorld from your phone ..................................................118 How to use LG SmartWorld ....................119 Utilities...............................................120 Setting your alarm.................................120 Using your calculator.............................
Contents DivX Mobile ..........................................146 Accessories .......................................148 Troubleshooting .................................149 FAQ ....................................................
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile device, model LG-E612, has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • The SAR limit recommended by the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2 W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue. • The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.904 W/kg (10 g) and when worn on the body is 0.639 W/Kg (10 g), which is 100% compliant with Indian Standards and Safe.
Product care and maintenance WARNING Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the phone, and may be dangerous. • Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repairs are required.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • Switch off the phone anywhere you • Use a dry cloth to clean the outside of the 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 charging. This may cause an electric shock and could seriously damage your phone. • Do not charge a handset near flammable material, as the handset may get hot and create a fire hazard.
• Do not tap the screen with any sharp object, as this may damage the phone. • Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture. • Use accessories such as earphones carefully. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. • 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.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. • RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle, such as car stereos and safety equipment. • When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct it with installed or portable wireless equipment.
volumes are set to a reasonable level. • When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to. NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones can cause hearing loss. 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 it or attempt to remove it.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • Do not use your phone at a refuelling point. • Do not use it near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment in 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. 16 • Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.
service provider. Battery information and care • You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging it. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. • Only use LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise battery life. • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery. • Keep the battery's metal contacts clean. • Replace the battery when it no longer gives acceptable performance.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • There is a risk of explosion if the battery is • Actual battery life will depend on network replaced with the wrong type. • Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose of it as household waste. • If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY LG Electronics hereby declares that this LG-E612 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/support/ cedoc/RetrieveProductCeDOC.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Notice: Open Source Software To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http:// opensource.lge.com/ All referred licence terms, disclaimers and notices are available for download with the source code. 20 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.
Precautions • Use a wireless hands-free system (headphone, headset) with a low power Bluetooth emitter. • Keep your calls short or send text message (SMS) instead. This advice applies especially to children, adolescents and pregnant women. • Use the cell phone in good quality network signal. • People having active medical implants should preferably keep the cell phone at least 15cms away fromthe implant.
Getting to know your phone Before you start using the phone, please read this! 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 22 make more memory available.
by turning off features that you don't need to having running constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. Extending your phone's battery life: • Turn off radio communications you are not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or GPS, turn them off. • Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. • Turn off automatic syncing for Google Mail™, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.
Getting to know your phone Battery use category under BATTERY INFORMATION. Battery usage time is displayed on the screen. It tells you how long it has been since you last connected your phone to a power source or, if currently connected, how long the phone was last running on battery power. The screen shows the applications or services using battery power, listed in order from the greatest to smallest amount used. 24 3. Using folders You can combine several app icons in a folder.
4. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer, it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your phone will no longer be covered by the warranty. WARNING To protect your phone and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Shop™. If there are improperly installed applications on your phone, it may not work normally or a serious error may occur.
Getting to know your phone 5. Using the hard reset (factory reset) If your phone does not restore to the original condition, use a hard reset (factory reset) to initialise it. 1 When the phone is switched off, press and hold the Volume down key + Power key with your left hand. 2 When the LED on the bottom of the phone lights up, release Volume down key + Power keys and press and hold the Home key (for about 2 seconds) at the same time. 26 3 The phone will turn on and perform a factory reset immediately.
6. Opening and switching applications Multitasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There's no need to quit an application before opening another. 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 view the list of recently used applications: Simply press and hold the Home key.
Getting to know your phone USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC. With the LG PC Suite software, you can... • Manage and play your media content (music, movies, pictures) on your PC. • Send multimedia content to your device. • Synchronise data (schedules, contacts, bookmarks) between your device and PC. • Backup the applications in your device. • Update the software in your device. • Backup and restore the device.
> Select the Model (LG-E612). 3 Click PC Sync from Download, and click WINDOW PC Sync Download to download the LG PC Suite software.
Getting to know your phone 8. Synchronising your phone to a 3 Click [Personal information] to select it. computer 4 Tick the checkboxes of the content you Data from your device and PC can be synchronised easily using the LG PC Suite software. Contacts, schedules, and bookmarks can be synchronised. The procedure is as follows: 1 Connect your device to your PC (use a USB cable or Wi-Fi connection).
insert a memory card into the phone.) 9. Synchronising your phone to a computer via USB 2 Connect the phone to your PC using the NOTE: To synchronise your phone with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install LG PC Suite on your PC. Please refer to previous pages to install LG PC Suite. 1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE tab to check out the storage media. (If you want to transfer files to or from a memory card, USB cable.
Getting to know your phone TIP! To use the microSD card on your phone again, you need to open the notification drawer and touch > Charge only. To disconnect your phone from the computer: Open the notification drawer and touch > Charge only to disconnect your phone from the computer safely. 32 10. Hold your phone upright Hold your mobile phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. The LG-E612 has an internal antenna.
11. When the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it: Remove the battery, reinsert it, then turn the phone on. OR Press and hold the Power/Lock key for 10 seconds to turn it off. If it still does not work, please contact the service centre.
Getting to know your phone Device components Earpiece Proximity sensor Power/Lock key • Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key. • Press briefly to lock/unlock the screen. Home key Return to the Home screen from any screen. Back key Return to the previous screen. 34 Menu key • Check what options are available.
NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls. WARNING Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions. Do not cover the LCD proximity sensor with protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction.
Getting to know your phone Power/Lock key Flash Camera SIM card slot Battery cover Headset jack Charger/USB port Microphone Volume keys • In the Home screen: Control ringer volume. • During a call: Control your earpiece volume. • When playing a song: Control volume continuously. TIP! Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second to use the QuickMemo function.
Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery: 1 To remove the battery cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your index finger as shown in figure.
Getting to know your phone 2 Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. 38 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 battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2). Charging your phone The charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into an electrical outlet.
Getting to know your phone NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. NOTE: Do not open the battery cover while your phone is charging. Using the memory card Your phone supports the use of microSDTM or microSDHCTM memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones 40 and other ultra-small devices, and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos, and photographs for use with your phone.
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. • As the device uses FAT32, the maximum size for any given file is 4 GB.
Getting to know your phone WARNING Do not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is on. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may become corrupt. 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. 42 NOTE: All files on your memory card are deleted when it is formatted. 1 Touch to open the application list. 2 Scroll and touch Settings > Storage from the DEVICE tab.
5 If you have set a pattern lock, input the pattern lock then select Erase everything. NOTE: If there is content on your memory card, the folder structure may be different after formatting, as all the files will have been deleted. Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen is turned off and locked automatically. This helps to prevent accidental touches and saves battery power. When you are not using the LG-E612, press the Power/Lock key to lock your phone.
Getting to know your phone If there are any programs running when you set lock screen, they may be still running in Lock mode. It is recommended that you exit all programs before entering Lock mode to avoid unnecessary charges (e.g. phone calls, web access and data communications). To wake up your phone, press the Power/ Lock key . The lock screen will appear. Touch and slide the lock screen in any direction to unlock your home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.
Set the swipe unlock 1 On the Home screen, touch to open the application list and select Settings > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Swipe. 2 Swipe the screen to unlock the screen. Set an unlock pattern to open 1 On the Home screen, touch the application list and select Settings > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Pattern. 2 See the on-screen instructions and example patterns and select Next. 3 Draw a pattern by dragging your finger to connect at least 4 dots. 4 Select Continue.
Getting to know your phone Continue. 3 Enter the PIN again and select OK. Set an unlock password to open 1 On the Home screen, touch the application list and select Settings > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Password. 2 Enter a new password (alphanumeric) and select Continue. 3 Enter the password again and select OK. 46 NOTE: Precautions to take when using pattern lock. It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set.
If you have forgotten your PIN or password: If you have forgotten your PIN or password, you need to perform a hard reset.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate around your phone. Touch – To choose a menu/option or open an application, touch it. Touch and hold – To open an options menu or grab an object you want to move, touch and hold it. Drag – To scroll through a list or move slowly, drag across the touch screen. 48 Flick – To scroll through a list or move quickly, flick across the touch screen (drag quickly and release). NOTE: • To select an item, touch the centre of the icon.
Home screen Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customise each panel with apps, downloads, widgets and wallpapers. NOTE: Some screen images may vary depending on your phone provider. On your Home screen, you can view quick keys at the bottom of the screen. Quick keys provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most. Touch the Phone icon to bring up the touch screen dialpad to make a call. Touch the Messaging icon to access the messaging menu.
Your Home screen Customising the Home screen You can customise your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favourite Application Shortcuts to the Home screen. 1 Home screen > . or Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen go to the Edit mode screen. 2 The multiple panels of the Home screen and items in Apps, Downloads, Widgets or Wallpapers will be displayed on the 50 Edit mode screen.
TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Applications menu, touch and hold the application you want to add. Add or remove panels to the Home screen You can add or remove panels of the Home screen to organise widgets according to your preferences and needs. 1 Place two fingers on the screen and pinch to switch to Edit mode. Then you can add, remove or change the order of the panels. Returning to recently-used applications 1 Touch and hold the Home key.
Your Home screen Notification drawer The notification drawer runs across the top of your screen. QuickMemo Sound/ Vibrate/ Silent 52 Wi-Fi Bluetooth Edit To customise the notification panel You can customise the notification panel to match your preferences. To rearrange items on the notification panel Touch . Then, you can check and rearrange items on the notification panel. To view further notification settings Touch > .
Bluetooth, Airplane mode, and so on. Touch and slide the notification drawer down with your finger. Touch > to manage the Notifications. Here you can check and manage Sound profile, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Airplane mode, Accounts & sync, Auto-rotate screen, Brightness, Data enabled, GPS or Portable Wi-fi Hotspot. new messages, battery life, and active Bluetooth and data connections. Below is a table explaining the meaning of icons you're likely to see in the status bar.
Your Home screen Icon Description 54 Icon Description Connected to a Wi-Fi network Phone microphone is muted Power saver is on Missed call Wired headset Bluetooth is on Call in progress System warning Call on hold Alarm is set Speakerphone New voicemail
Icon Description Icon Description Ringer is silenced Uploading data Vibrate mode GPS is acquiring Battery fully charged Receiving location data from GPS Battery is charging Data is syncing Phone is connected to PC via USB cable New Gmail New Google Talk message Downloading data 55
Your Home screen Icon Description New message NOTE: Icons shown on the display may vary depending on your region or service provider. Song is playing FM radio turned on in the background USB tethering is active Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is active Both USB tethering and portable hotspot are active 56 Onscreen keyboard You can enter text using the onscreen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text.
Using the keypad & entering text Tap once to capitalise the next letter you type. Double-tap or touch and hold for all caps. Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard. You can also touch and hold this tab to view the Key Board Settings menu. Tap to enter a space. Tap to create a new line in the message field. Tap to delete the previous character. Entering accented letters When you select French or Spanish as the text entry language, you can enter special French or Spanish characters (e.g. ‘á’).
Menu-map Icon Description Touch to access the alarm clock menu directly. Touch to view the current running applications. Touch to access browser. Touch to perform basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. 58 Icon Description To keep track of your appointment and creates meeting requests. Touch to open your camera viewfinder. Touch to view the Cell broadcast messages. Touch to open your contacts. You can also create new contact and edit existing ones.
Icon Description Touch to view your downloaded items. Touch to access the Email menu. You can check your received email and create new email. Touch finance to view the daily market summary. Icon Description To collect, organise and sort picture and video files of a memory card. Use Google's web-based email service on your phone. Use Google's Latest Social Network Service . Touch to listen to radio.
Your Home screen Icon Description Touch to see where your friends are right now. Share your location or check in at places to let friends know where you are. Touch to get free, turn-by-turn GPS navigation for driving, walking, and public transit directions. 60 Icon Description Touch to access the message menu. From here you can create a new SMS or MMS. Chat/Group chat with friends and family using Google+ Messenger . Touch to enter the music menu directly.
Icon Description Touch to access Google Maps Navigation, an internetconnected GPS navigation system with voice guidance. Touch news to find out the latest news headlines Touch to bring up the touch dialing pad, which lets you make a call. Icon Description Touch to find nearby places. Rate places to get personalized recommendations. Touch to access Play Shop. You can access applications, games, search and downloads. Remote Call is a remote support solution. Touch to use Google search on your phone.
Your Home screen Icon Description Touch to adjust general settings of your phone. SmartShare provides you with a better way to enjoy multimedia contents with other DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) enabled devices. Touch Software Update to check for SW updates 62 Icon Description Use Google's IM program and communicate with other people. Touch to open Video player Touch to record voice memos or other audio files.
Icon Description Use online video streaming service that allows you to review videos uploaded by others. Icon Description Touch to open LG Smart World Application, to download applications. Touch to open LG Mobile TV Tap on Memo to view or add memos Touch to open Polaris Office.
Google account set up When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and to decide how you want to use some Google services. To set up your Google account: • Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set up screen. OR • Touch > Apps tab > select a Google application (such as Gmail) > select New to create a new account. If you have a Google account, touch Existing, enter your email address and 64 password, then touch Sign in.
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.
Connecting to Networks and Devices scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. 3 Tap the Wi-Fi menu again to see a list of active and in-range Wi-Fi networks. • Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon. 4 Touch a network to connect to it. • If the network is open, you are asked to confirm that you want to connect to that network by touching Connect. • If the network is secured, you are prompted to enter a password or other credentials.
• 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. • Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device. Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your phone with a Bluetooth device You must pair up your device with another device before you connect to it.
Connecting to Networks and Devices 3 Choose the device you want to pair up with from the list. Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the 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 must 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 Downloads.
Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Set Bluetooth to ON and touch Make phone visible to be visible on other devices. NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, touch > Visibility timeout. 2 Select Pair to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device. Sharing your phone's data connection USB tethering and portable Wi-Fi hotspot are great features when there are no wireless connections available.
Connecting to Networks and Devices bar and as an ongoing notification in the notifications drawer. For the latest information about tethering and portable hotspots, including supported operating systems and other details, visit http://www.android.com/tether. To change Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings: • Touch > Apps tab > Settings > More from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > Choose options that you want to adjust.
To rename or secure your portable hotspot You can change the name of your phone's Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network. 1 On the Home screen, touch > Apps tab > Settings. 2 Touch More from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab and select Portable WiFi hotspot. 3 Ensure Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is ticked. 4 Touch Configure Wi-Fi hotspot. • The Configure Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box will open. • You can change the network SSID (name) that other computers see when scanning for Wi-Fi networks.
Connecting to Networks and Devices • If you touch the WPA2 PSK security option, a password field is added to the Configure Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box. If you enter a password, you will need to enter that password when you connect to the phone's hotspot with a computer or other device. You can set Open in the Security menu to remove security from your Wi-Fi network. 5 Touch Save.
Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through SmartShare Wi-Fi Direct automatically scans nearby WiFi Direct devices and the searched devices are listed as they are found so you can select a specific device to share multimedia data with through Smart Share. NOTE: Wi-Fi Direct cannot be enabled while using other Wi-Fi functions. tab > Wi-Fi Direct. 2 Select a device to connect from the scanned device list.
Connecting to Networks and Devices NOTE: When your phone becomes a group owner it will consume more battery power than when it is a client. The Wi-Fi Direct connection does not provide an Internet service. Additional costs may be incurred when connecting and using online services. Check data charges with your network provider. 74 Using SmartShare Using your phone, you can allow media content files on the network to be shared with other players. 1 Touch and then select SmartShare .
displayed. 3 To: Set a player to play the content files. • You can only play the files on the supported devices, such as DLNAenabled TVs and PCs. • Touch to search for available devices again. 4 Select a content file you want to play from the content list. • Touch and hold a content file to play it or to view its details. • Touch the menu button to play, upload/ download, set it or view Help. 5 Upload/download content files to/from the content list.
Connecting to Networks and Devices 6 Enable DMS in the Settings menu. • Discoverable: Detects your phone among other DLNA-enabled devices. • Device name: Sets the name and icon displayed on other devices. • Always accept request: Automatically accepts requests from other devices to share content files. • Receive files: Allows other devices to upload files to your phone. • MY SHARE CONTENTS: Allows you to set the media file type you want to share.
• You can only play content files in the formats supported by the DMR. It may not be possible to play some content files, depending on the DMR. • The upload or download function may not be supported, depending on the DMS. PC connections with a PC data cable Learn to connect your device to a PC with a PC data cable in USB connection modes. By connecting the device to a PC you can transfer data to and from your device directly and use the PC software (LG PC Suite).
Connecting to Networks and Devices Refer to the PC software (LG PC Suite) help for more information. NOTE: The LG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device to a PC. It is installed automatically when you install the LG PC Suite software. Transferring music, photos and videos using USB mass storage mode 1 Connect the LG-E612 to a PC using an USB cable. 2 If you haven't installed LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you need to 78 change the settings manually.
Synchronise with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. 1 Use the USB cable to connect the phone to a PC on which Windows Media Player is installed. 2 Select the Media sync (MTP) option. When connected, a popup window will appear on the PC. 3 Open Windows Media Player to synchronise music files. 4 Edit or enter your device’s name in the popup window (if necessary). 5 Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list. 6 Start synchronisation.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Items Window Media Player version Requirement Windows Media Player 10 or higher • If the Windows Media Player version is lower than 10, install version 10 or higher.
Calls Making a call 1 Touch to open the keypad. 2 Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the . 3 Touch to make a call. 4 To end a call, touch the End icon . TIP! To enter ‘+’ to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your contacts 1 Touch 2 Scroll through the contact list or enter the first few letters of the contact you want to call by touching Search contacts. 3 In the list, touch the contact you want to call.
Calls Hold and slide the Quick msg icon at the Making a second call bottom if you want to send a quick message. 1 During your first call, touch Menu > Add call and dial the number. You can TIP! Quick msg also see a list of recently dialled numbers You can send a message quickly using by touching , or you can search your this function. This is useful if you need contacts by touching and select the to reply the call through message during number you want to call. a meeting. 2 Touch to make the call.
to make a conference call. 5 To end active calls, touch End or press the Home Key and slide the notification bar down and select the End call icon . NOTE: You are charged for each call you make. View a complete list of all dialled, received and missed voice calls. TIP! Touch any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call. TIP! Touch the Menu key, and then touch Delete all to delete all the recorded items. Viewing your call logs On the Home screen, touch the Call logs tab .
Calls as call forwarding and other special features offered by your carrier. 1 On the Home screen, touch . 2 Touch the Menu key. 3 Tap Call settings and choose the options that you want to adjust. Fixed dialling numbers – To 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 on the fixed dial list can be called from your phone. Voicemail service – Allows you to select 84 your carrier’s voicemail service.
reject a call during a meeting. Call forwarding – Choose whether to divert all calls when the line is busy, when there is no answer or when you have no signal. Call barring – Select when you would like calls to be barred. Enter the call barring password. Please check with your network operator about this service. Call duration – View the duration of calls, including all calls, dialled calls, received calls and last call. Call costs – View the charges applied to your calls.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact In the Home screen to open your contacts. 1 Touch 2 Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. 86 Adding a new contact 1 Touch to open your contacts. 2 Select . 3 Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact, such as Phone or Google.
You can also create a contact from the dialling screen. 1 Touch > to open the dial screen. 2 Enter a phone number. 3 Tap on Menu > Add to Contacts > Create new contact. 4 Select a memory location. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact, such as Phone or Google. 5 Enter the contact information. 6 To add more details Touch Add Another field > Select any category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.
Contacts name. The star turns yellow. Removing a contact from your favourites list 1 Touch to open your contacts. 2 Touch the Favourites tab, and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Touch the yellow star to the right of the contact's name. The star will turn grey and the contact will be removed from favourites. Import or export contacts To import/export contact files (in vcf format) 88 between a storage memory (internal storage/ memory card) or SIM or USIM card and your device.
Moving contacts from your old device to your new device Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old phone to your PC, using a PC sync programme. 1 Install LG PC Suite on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using an USB cable. 2 From the top of the screen, select Device > Import personal information > Import contacts. 3 A pop-up to open a contacts file will appear. 4 Select a contacts file and click Open.
Messaging Your LG-E612 combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message 1 Touch on the home screen, and touch to open a blank 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 touch a suggested recipient. You can add multiple contacts. 90 NOTE: You will be charged for a text message for every person you send the message to. 3 Touch the Enter message field and start to compose your message.
6 The message screen opens, with your message after Recipient Name/Number. Responses will appear on the screen. As you view and send additional messages, a message thread will be created. WARNING: The 160-character limit may vary from country to country depending on the language and how the SMS is coded. WARNING: If an image, video or audio file is added to an SMS message, it is automatically converted into an MMS message and you are charged accordingly.
Messaging Using emoticons Liven up your messages using emoticons. When writing a new message, touch the Menu key, then choose Insert smiley. Changing your message settings Your LG-E612 message settings are predefined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings based on your preferences. Touch on the home screen, and touch the Menu key, then tap Settings.
Email You can use the Email application to read emails from services other than Google Mail. The email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.
Email To delete an email account: • Touch > Apps tab > Email > in the Inbox screen, touch > Settings > touch an account you want to delete > Remove account Email account screen You can touch an account to view its Inbox. The account from which you send email by default is indicated with a tick. – Touch the folder icon to open the account folders. 94 Only the most recent emails in your account are downloaded to your phone.
2 Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses are offered from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses with semicolons. 3 Add Cc/Bcc and add attachment files if required. 4 Enter the text of the message. 5 Touch the to send. If you aren't connected to a network, for example, if you're working in airplane mode, the messages that you send are stored in your Outbox folder until you're connected to a network again.
LG Mobile TV LG Mobile TV is an application for Android Smart phones, which provides 50+ Indian Live TV channels and many popular videos. LG Mobile TV Now is your personal entertainment on the move. Watch your favorite Live TV channels and entertainment programs. Stay updated anywhere with Live news (current affairs, business, sports, cricket, DLF IPL etc). Works with Wi-Fi, 3G or 2G access.
Camera Getting to know the viewfinder NOTE: The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions. Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image. Shot mode – Choose from Normal, Panorama or Continuous shot. Flash – Allows you to turn on the flash when taking a photo in a dark place. Settings – Touch this icon to open the Settings menu. Video mode – Touch this icon to switch to video mode.
Camera Taking a quick photo Using the advanced settings 1 Open the Camera application. 2 Hold the phone, point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph. 3 Touch your finger on the subject from the screen and a focus box will appear on touched area. 4 When the focus box turns green, the camera has focused on your subject. 5 Touch the Capture icon to take the picture. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys. In the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced options.
- Select the image resolution. If you choose high resolution, the file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory. • - Finds the colour and light settings appropriate for the current environment. Choose from Normal, Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Sunset and Night. • - The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera is. This is useful in darker conditions when you cannot use the flash.
Camera NOTE: This function is only available when GPS is active. - Select one of the four shutter sounds. - Allows you to review images after taking pictures. • - Select storage to save images. • • 100 TIP! When you exit camera mode, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo.
After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the photos you have taken. • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen or place two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). • To send a photo to others, touch Share via > desired item like Bluetooth, Email, Memo, Picasa and so on. • To delete a photo, touch Delete . View a photo Learn to view photos saved in your phone's storage.
Camera to zoom out). • To send a photo to others, touch Share via > desired item like Bluetooth, Email, Memo, Picasa and so on. TIP! If you have an SNS account and set it up on your phone, you can share your photo with the SNS community. • To delete a photo, touch Delete Touch the Menu key to open all advanced options. 102 . Set image as – Touch to use the image as a Contact photo, Lockscreen Wallpaper or Wallpaper. Move – Touch to move the image to a different place.
Details – Show the picture information. Edit – View and edit the picture. - Select the image resolution. If you NOTE: Some file formats are not choose high resolution, the file size will supported, depending on the device increase, which means you will be able to software. store fewer photos in the memory. - Improves colour qualities in different lighting conditions. NOTE: If the file size exceeds the - Applies artistic effects to the pictures. available memory, an error can occur when you open files.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder NOTE: The zoom function is not available while recording a video. 104 Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Video size – Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Flash – Allows you to turn on the flash when recording a video in dark conditions. Settings – Touch this icon to open the settings menu. Camera mode – Touch this icon to switch to camera mode.
Shooting a quick video 1 Press the Camera mode button down and the icon changes to . 2 The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen. 3 Holding the phone, point the lens towards the subject you want to capture in your video. 4 Press the Record button once to start recording. 5 A red light appears at the top corner of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video. 6 Touch on the screen to stop recording. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys.
Video camera - Activate to use your phone's location-based services. Records videos wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged videos to a blog that supports geotagging, you can see the videos displayed on a map. - Choose Off to record a video without sound. - Auto review automatically shows you the video you just recorded. - Select storage to save videos. 106 After recording videos, select the image viewer icon to view the recorded videos.
1 On the Home screen, open the application list and select Gallery. 2 Select a video (with the icon) to play. 3 Rotate the device to landscape view. 4 Control playback with the virtual keys. 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. Touch the Menu key to open all advanced options. Screen ratio – Tap to select desired screen ratio.
Video camera Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the volume keys on the lefthand side of the phone.
Multimedia You can store multimedia files on a memory card for easy access to all your image and video files. Gallery Learn to view photos and play videos saved in your device’s memory and memory card. 1 Touch > Apps tab > Gallery. Open a list of catalogue bars that store all your multimedia files. • Supported file formats (type format) • Image: bmp, gif, jpg, png • Video: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, mkv (Codec: MPEG4, H.263, Sorenson H.263, H.
Multimedia QuickMemo Use QuickMemo to practically and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. 1 Enter the QuickMemo screen by pressing both the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second on the screen you want to capture. Or touch and slide the Status Bar downwards and touch . 110 2 Select the desired menu option from Pen type, Colour, Eraser, and create a memo. 3 Touch in the Edit menu and select to save the memo with the current screen.
NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options While using the QuickMemo function, you can easily use the QuickMenu options. - Select whether you want to use the background screen or not. - Select the pen type and the colour. - Erase the memo that you created. - Set the layout of the Memo. - Save the memo with the current screen. - Send or share the current QuickMemo to/with others.
Multimedia Music player Your phone has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favourite tracks. The music player supports the following file formats: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, asf/ wma, ogg, aac, flac, wav.
3 Select a music file. Refer to the following icons for playback control. Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playback. Touch to skip to the next track in the album, playlist or shuffle. Touch to go back to the beginning of the song. Touch twice to return to the previous song. Touch to manage the music volume. Touch to set repeat mode. Touch to play the current playlist in shuffle mode. Touch to see the current playlist. Touch to see lyrics. This option is on only if the song includes the lyrics.
Multimedia 4 Enter a title for your new playlist and select OK. 5 Select the files you want to include and select Add. TIP! During playback, you can add files to a playlist by pressing > Add to playlist. 114 Add songs to the favourite playlist You can add your favourite song quickly as a favourite playlist. During playback, press > Add to favourites to add the current song to the quick list. Customise music player settings > Apps tab > Music Player. 1 Touch 2 Press > Settings.
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. NOTE: Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music. In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material.
Multimedia FM Radio Your LG-E612 has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favourite stations and listen on the go. NOTE: You need to use your headphones to listen to the radio. Insert it into the headphone jack. Searching for stations You can tune in to radio stations by searching for them manually or automatically. They are 116 then saved to specific channel numbers, so you don't have to find them again. You can store up to 48 channels on your phone.
NOTE: You can also manually tune in to a station using the on-screen wheel. TIP! To improve radio reception, extend the headset cord as this also functions as the radio antenna. If you connect a headset not specifically made for radio reception, radio reception may be poor.
LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content – games, applications, wallpaper and ringtones – giving LG phone users the chance to enjoy richer ‘Mobile Life’ experiences. How to get to LG SmartWorld from your phone 1 Touch > Apps tab > LG SmartWorld. 2 Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not yet signed up, tap Register and get an LG SmartWorld membership. 118 3 Download the content you want.
How to use LG SmartWorld • Participate in monthly LG SmartWorld promotions. • Try the easy ‘Menu’ buttons to find what you're looking for fast. Categories – Find content by category (e.g. Education, Entertainment, Games, etc.). Search – Search content. Apps for you – Recommended content based on your previous choices. My Apps – List of downloaded/to-beupdated content. Settings – Set profile and display. Sign in – Set your ID and password. • Try other useful functions as well.
Utilities Setting your alarm 1 Touch > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > . 2 After you set the time, the LG-E612 lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will sound. 3 Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Puzzle lock and Memo. Touch Save. Using your calculator 1 Touch > Apps tab > Calculator 2 Touch the number keys to enter numbers. 120 3 For simple calculations, touch the function you want (+, –, x or ÷) followed by =.
3 Tap the date for the event you want to add. 4 Tap to add the event. 5 Touch Event name, then enter the event name. 6 Touch Location and enter the location. Check the date and enter the time you want your event to start and finish. 7 If you want to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details. 8 If you want to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT, and set REMINDERS if necessary. 9 Touch Save to save the event in the calendar.
Utilities Managing files Polaris Office provides mobile users with convenient file management features, including copying, moving and pasting, and deleting files and folders right on the device. Viewing files Mobile users can now easily view a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF documents, right on their mobile devices. When viewing documents using Polaris Office, the objects and layout remain the same as in the original documents.
The web Internet Internet gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sport, 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. Using the web toolbar Touch to go back a page. Touch to go forward a page, to the page you connected to after the current one.
The web Using options Press to view options. Refresh – Update the current web page. Save to bookmarks – Add the current web page as a bookmark. Go to Homepage – Allows you to go to the homepage. Share page – Allows you to share the web page with others. Find on page – Allows you to find letters or words on the current web page. 124 Request desktop site – Allows you to view the web page on the desktop. Save for offline reading – Allows you to save current web page and read it on offline later.
Settings Access the Settings menu 1 On the Home screen, touch > Apps tab > Settings. or On the Home screen, touch > System settings. 2 Select a setting category and select an option. WIRELESS & NETWORKS < Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi settings – Allows you to set up and manage wireless access points. Set network notification or add a Wi-Fi network. The advanced Wi-Fi settings screen is accessed from the Wi-Fi settings screen. Press the and touch Advanced.
Settings 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 LG-E612 into the router. You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: Touch Apps tab > Settings > Wi-Fi > > Advanced > MAC address.. 126 < Bluetooth > Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off to use the bluetooth, Refer to page 58. < Data usage > Displays data usage and allows you to customise the settings for your data limit.
< Call > You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding and other special features offered by your carrier. • Fixed dialling numbers - Select Fixed Dialling Numbers to turn on this feature 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 on the fixed dial list can be called from your phone. VOICE MAIL • Voicemail service - Allows you to select your carrier's voicemail service.
Settings OTHER CALL SETTINGS • Call reject - Allows you to set the call reject function. Choose from Disabled, Reject calls on list or Reject all calls. • Quick messages - When you want to reject a call, you can send a quick message using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call during a meeting. • Call forwarding - Choose whether to divert all calls when the line is busy, when there is no answer or when you have no signal.
• Caller ID - Choose whether to display your number on an outgoing call. • Call waiting - If call waiting is activated the handset will notify you of an incoming call while you are on the phone (depending on your network provider). < More ... > • Airplane mode - After switching to airplane mode, all wireless connections are disabled. • Wi-Fi Direct - Activate the Wi-Fi Direct feature to connect two devices via a WLAN without requiring an access point.
Settings • Help: View information about using the tethering features. • VPN settings - Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPN. NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage. • Mobile networks - Set options for data roaming, network mode & operators, access point names (APNs) and so on. 130 • Data enabled: Set to enable data access over a mobile network.
for roaming. DEVICE < Sound > • Sound profile - You can choose from Sound, Vibrate only or Silent. • Volumes - You can manage the volume of music, video, games, other media, and ringtones & notifications. See ‘Touch feedback & system’. RINGTONE & NOTIFICATIONS • Phone ringtone - Allows you to set your default incoming call ringtone. • Notification sound - Allows you to set your default notification sound. • Ringtone with vibration - Vibration feedback for calls and notifications.
Settings that react to your touch. • Screen lock sound - Allows you to set your phone to play a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. < Display > • Brightness - Adjust the screen brightness. • Auto-rotate screen - Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the phone. • Screen timeout - Set the time for screen timeout. • Font size - Change the display size. 132 • Front key light - Set the front key LED time. < Home screen > Home screen - Select a background image for the Home screen.
• None: Disable the screen lock. • Swipe: Set to use the screen lock without a PIN, password, pattern, or face detection. • Pattern: Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen. • PIN: Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen. • Password: Set to display your own message for the locked screen. < Storage > View memory information for your device and memory card. You can also format the USB storage and the memory card. WARNING Formatting a memory card will permanently delete all data from the memory card.
Settings delete all data from the SD card. < Power Saver > Here you can manage the battery and check the power saving items. You can also check the battery usage. • Turn Power saver on: Activate power saving mode to limit some system resource usage. • Power saver tips: Learn how to reduce battery consumption by using the power saving items. 134 POWER SAVING ITEMS Set to activate power saving mode according to your custom settings. BATTERY INFORMATION View the amount of power consumed by your device.
in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deselecting this setting can save battery power and reduces (but does not eliminate) data usage. < Location services > Change the settings for GPS functionality. • Google's location service - If you select Google's location service, your phone determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
Settings lock or change the SIM PIN. • Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device. • Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data. PASSWORDS • Make passwords visible - Show password as you type. DEVICE ADMINISTRATION • Device administrators - View device administrators configured on your device. 136 You can activate device administrators to apply new policies to your device.
• Clear credentials - Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password. < Language & input > Use the language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and for configuring the onscreen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary. < Backup & reset > Change the settings for managing your settings and data. BACKUP & RESTORE Change the settings for managing your settings and data.
Settings PERSONAL DATA • Factory data reset - Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. If you reset the phone in this way, you are prompted to re-enter the same information as when you first started Android.
So, if you want to erase all the data in the internal memory while resetting the phone, select the ‘Erase internal memory’ checkbox. SYSTEM < Date & time > Use Date & time settings to set how dates are displayed. You can also use these settings to set your own time and time zone rather than obtaining the current time from the mobile network. • Automatic date & time: Automatically update the time when you set a time zone.
Settings < Accessibility > Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone. NOTE: Requires additional plug-ins. SYSTEM • Large text: Set the text size to large. • Power button ends call: Set the device to end a call when you press the Power/Lock key. • Auto-rotate screen: Set whether or not to 140 rotate the content automatically when the device is rotated. • Touch & hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.
• Ask on connection - Ask to confirm USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. • Help - View information about using the USB connection type. LG SOFTWARE • PC Suite Wi-Fi connection - Tick this checkbox to use LG PC Suite with Wi-Fi connection. Please note that the Wi-Fi network should be connected for LG PC Suite via Wi-Fi connection from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab. Change the settings for application development.
Settings testing. This is for application development. • Show screen updates: Set to flash areas of the screen when they are updated. password to secure your backup data. • Show CPU usage: Set to list all active processes. USER INTERFACE • Force GPU rendering: Set to use 2D • Strict mode enabled: Set the device hardware acceleration to improve graphic to flash the screen when applications performance. perform long operations.
APPS • Don't keep activities: Set to end a running application when you launch a new application. • Background process limit: Set to limit the number of processes that can run in the background. • Show all ANRs: Set the device to alert you to unresponsive applications that are running in the background. < About phone > View legal information and check phone status and software version.
Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://update.lgmobile. com or http://www.lg.com/common/index. jsp select country and language. This feature allows you to update the firmware on your phone to a newer version conveniently from the Internet without you needing to visit a service centre. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.
NOTE: LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the availability of the newer version of the firmware for all handset models. LG Mobile Phone software update via Over-the-Air (OTA) This feature allows you to update your phone's software to a newer version conveniently via OTA, without connecting with a USB data cable.
Phone software update NOTE: This feature is dependent on your network service provider, region and country. Trademarks • Copyright 2012 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. • Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the 146 Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration. DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to 320x240. DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under licence.
Accessories These accessories are available for use with the LG-E612. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adapter Battery Data cable Connect your LG-E612 to a PC. User guide Learn more about your LG-E612. 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 while using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes SIM error There is no SIM card in the Make sure the SIM card is correctly inserted. phone, or it is inserted incorrectly. No network Signal is weak or you're outside connection / the carrier network. Losing network Operator applied new services.
Troubleshooting 150 Message Possible causes Codes do not match To change a security code, you will need to confirm the new code If you forget the code, contact your service by re-entering it. provider. The two codes you have entered do not match. Possible corrective measures An application cannot be set Not supported by service provider Contact your service provider. or registration required. Calls not available Dialling error New SIM card inserted. Pre-paid charge limit reached.
Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures On/Off key pressed too briefly. Hold the On/Off key down for at least two seconds. Charge battery. Check charging indicator on the display. Clean the battery contacts. Phone cannot Battery is not charged. be switched on Battery contacts are dirty.
Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Charge battery. Outside temperature is too hot or cold. Make sure the phone is charging at a normal temperature. Contact problem Check the charger and connection to the phone. Check the battery contacts, and clean them if necessary. No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket. Charger defective Replace charger. Charging error 152 Possible corrective measures Battery is not charged. Wrong charger Only use original LG accessories.
Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Number not permitted The Fixed dialling number function is on. Check the Settings menu and turn the function off. Impossible to send/receive SMS & picture Memory full Delete some messages from the phone. Files not opening Unsupported file format Check the file formats that can be supported. SD card not working FAT16, FAT32 file system supported Check SD card file system via card reader, or format SD card using the phone.
Troubleshooting Message 154 Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen does not come on when I receive a call. Proximity sensor problem If you use any protection tape or case, check to see if it has covered the area around the proximity sensor. Make sure the area around the proximity sensor is clean. No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status of the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibrate or silent mode.
FAQ Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. Category Question Answer Sub-Category BT Bluetooth Devices What are the functions available via Bluetooth? You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit and share pictures, videos, contacts, etc. via Gallery/Contacts menu.
FAQ 156 Category Sub-Category Question Answer BT Bluetooth Headset If my Bluetooth headset is connected, can I listen to my music through my 3.5 mm wired headphones? When a Bluetooth headset is connected, all system sounds are played over the headset. As a result, you will not be able to listen to music through your wired headphones.
Category Sub-Category Data Contacts Back up Question How can I back up Contacts? Answer The Contacts data can be synchronized between your phone and Gmail™. Data Is it possible to set up Only two-way synchronisation is available.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Question Is it possible to Data synchronise all the email Synchronisation folders? Google™ Service Gmail Log-In 158 Answer The Inbox is automatically synchronised. You can view other folders by pressing the Menu Key and touching Folders to choose a folder. Do I have to log into Gmail Once you log into Gmail, you don't need to whenever I want to access log into Gmail again.
Category Sub-Category 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.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Question Answer Is there a file size limitation for when I want There is no file size limitation. to use a .MP3 file as a ring tone? My phone does not Phone display the time of receipt You will only be able to see the times for Function for messages older than messages received the same day. Message Time 24 hrs.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function microSD Card Phone Function Navigation Question What is the maximum supported size for a memory card? Answer 32 GB memory cards are compatible. Any application that is available on Play Is it possible to install Shop™ and is compatible with the hardware another navigation application on my phone? can be installed and used.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function Synchronisation 162 Question Is it possible to synchronise my contacts from all my email accounts? Answer Only Gmail and MS Exchange server (company email server) contacts can be synchronised.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Wait and Pause Question Is it possible to save a contact with Wait and Pause in the numbers? Answer 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. From the Home screen, press the Phone icon . 2. Dial the number, then press the Menu Key . 3. Touch Add 2-sec pause or Add wait.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function Security 164 Question What are the phone’s security functions? Answer You are able to set the phone to require the entry of an Unlock Pattern before the phone can be accessed or used.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Unlock Pattern Question How do I create the Unlock Pattern? Answer 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key . 2. Touch System Settings > Lock screen. 3. Touch Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears. 4. Set up by drawing your pattern once, then again for confirmation.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Question Answer Precautions to take when using pattern lock. It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set. You will not be able to access your phone if you use an incorrect pattern five times. You have five chances to enter your unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Unlock Pattern Question Answer If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged in to your Google account on What should I do if I forget the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, touch the forgot pattern the unlock pattern and I button. You are then required to log in with didn’t create the Google your Google account to unlock your phone.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Question Answer Caution: If you perform a factory reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a factory reset. How to perform a factory reset: 1. When the phone is switched off, press and hold the Volume down key + Power key with your left hand.
Category Sub-Category Question Answer 2. When the LED on the bottom of the phone lights up, release Volume down key + Power keys and press and hold the Home key (for about 2 seconds) at the same time. 3. The phone will turn on and perform a factory reset immediately.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Question Answer Do not operate your phone for at least a minute, while the hard reset is carried out. You will then be able to switch your phone back on. Phone Function Memory 170 Will I know when my memory is full? Yes, you will receive a notification.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Language Support Question Is it possible to change the language? Answer The phone has multilingual capabilities. To change the language: 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key and touch System Settings. 2. Touch Language & input > Select language. 3. Touch the desired language.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function VPN 172 Question How do I set up a VPN? Answer VPN access configuration is different according to each company. To configure VPN access from your phone, you must obtain the details from your company’s network administrator.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Screen time out Question Answer 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key . My screen turns off after only 15 seconds. How can 2. Touch System Settings > Display. I change the amount of 3. Under Display settings, touch Screen time for the backlight to timeout. turn off? 4. Touch the preferred screen backlight timeout time.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function Wi-Fi & 3G 174 Question When Wi-Fi and 3G are both available, which service will my phone use? Answer 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 3G or Wi-Fi icon at the top of your screen.
Category Sub-Category Question Phone Is it possible to remove an Function application from the Home Home screen screen? Phone Function Application I downloaded an application and it causes a lot of errors. How do I remove it? Answer Yes. Just touch and hold the icon until the dustbin icon appears at the Top-center of the screen. Then, without lifting your finger, drag the icon to the rubbish bin. 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key . 2. Touch App settings > Downloaded. 3.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function Charger 176 Question Answer Is it possible to charge Yes, the phone will be charged by the USB my phone by USB data cable irrespective of whether the necessary cable without installing the drivers are installed or not.
Category Sub-Category Phone Function Alarm Question Can I use music files for my alarm? Answer Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it for your alarm. 1. Touch and hold a song in a library list. In the menu that opens, touch Set as ringtone. 2. In an alarm clock setting screen, select the song as a ringtone.
FAQ Category Sub-Category Phone Function Alarm Phone Function Alarm 178 Question Will my alarm be audible or will it go off if the phone is turned off? Answer No, this is not supported. If my ringer volume is set Your Alarm is programmed to be audible to Off or Vibrate, will I hear even in these scenarios.
Category Sub-Category Recovery Solution Hard Reset (Factory Reset) Question Answer How can I perform a If your phone does not restore to the original factory reset if I can’t condition, use a hard reset (factory reset) to access the phone’s setting initialise it.
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