ENGLISH USER GUIDE LG-H955 MFL69140801 (1.0) www.lg.
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Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use........4 Google account setup..............................43 Important notice......................................15 Connecting to Networks and Devices.....44 Wi-Fi......................................................44 Bluetooth................................................45 Wi-Fi Direct............................................46 SmartShare............................................47 Transferring data between a PC and your device........
Working with account folders..................55 Composing and sending email................56 Camera and Video....................................57 Camera options on the viewfinder...........57 Using the advanced settings...................58 Taking a photo .......................................58 Once you have taken a photo..................59 Recording a video...................................59 After recording a video...........................60 Gallery...............................................
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.
• This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5 cm away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least 1.5 cm away from your body. In order to transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network.
Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required. • Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced. • Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios and personal computers. • The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers. • Do not drop.
Do not use, touch or attempt to remove or fix broken, chipped or cracked glass. Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty. • Your phone is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your phone and charger (fast charger) during or immediately after operation.
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 15cm away from the implant. • Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.
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.
Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the battery life. • 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.
Laser safety statement Caution! This product employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure or make direct contact with the laser.
Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.
HOW TO UPDATE YOUR DEVICE Access to latest firmware releases, new software functions and improvements. • Select the software update in settings menu on your device. • Update your device by connecting it to your PC. For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp select country and language.
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 10MB of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You must check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.
• • Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications. NOTE: • Some applications you download may consume battery power. • While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level. NOTE: If you accidently press the Power/Lock Button while the device is in your pocket, the screen will turn off automatically in order to save battery power. 3.
4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your phone needs to be restored to its original settings and condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset). 1 Turn the power off. 2 Press and hold the Power/Lock Button + Volume Down Button on the back of the phone. 3 Release the Power/Lock Button only when the boot logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Button again. 4 Release all Buttons when the Factory hard reset screen is displayed.
5. Opening and switching applications Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is 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 make sure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily. 1 Tap . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap the application you want to access.
Getting to know your phone Phone layout Infrared LED Notification LED Front Camera Lens Microphone Headset Jack Microphone Earpiece Proximity Sensor Touch Screen Charger/USB port 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.
Laser Detection AutoFocus Power/Lock Button NFC Touch Point Rear Camera Lens Flash Volume Buttons Speaker Power/Lock Button Volume Buttons • • Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this button Short press to lock/unlock the screen (While screen is off) • Long press the Up key to launch QuickMemo+ • Long press the Down key to launch Camera WARNING Be careful not to damage the NFC touch point on the phone, as this is part of the NFC antenna.
Installing the SIM or USIM card Before you can start exploring your new phone, you 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 the figure below. 2 Slide the SIM card into the lower slot for the SIM card as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward. NOTE: Only the microSIM cards work with the device.
3 To replace the cover onto the device, align the back cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2). Charging the phone Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables.
NOTE: Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging. Inserting a memory card Your device supports up to a 32 GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. WARNING Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. NOTE: • The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards.
Unlocking the screen By default, your screen will lock after a period of inactivity, then turn off. Unlocking the screen 1 Press the Power/Lock Button or double-tap on the screen. 2 Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it. TIP! Smart Lock You can use Smart Lock to make unlocking your phone easier. You can set it to keep your phone unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected to it, when it's in a familiar location like your home or work, or when it recognises your face.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. • Tap or touch – 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 tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. • Drag – Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position.
Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping . Status Bar Widget Application Icons Location Indicator Quick Key Area Home touch keys Shows phone’s status information, including the time, signal strength, battery status and notification icons.
Back Key Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access the Dual window. Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen. R ecent Key Displays recently used applications. If you touch and hold this key, it opens a menu of available options. Extended Home screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets and more.
Removing an item from the Home screen • Home screen > Touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it to . Adding an app as a Quick key • From the Apps menu or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon and drag it to the Quick key area. Up to 7 apps can be added. Removing an app from the Quick key area • Touch and hold the desired quick key and drag it to NOTE: . Apps Key cannot be removed.
Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are using turn-by-turn navigation. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons, such as Wi-Fi and battery strength shown on the right. NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
Opening the Notifications panel Swipe down from the Status bar to open the Notifications panel. To close the Notifications panel, touch and drag the screen toward the top of the screen. Quick Toggle Area Notifications Clear Tap each quick toggle key to turn it on/off. Touch and hold the key to access the settings menu for the function. To see more toggle keys, swipe left or right. Tap to remove, add or rearrange toggle keys. Current notifications are listed, each with a brief description.
Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator icons appear on the Status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.
New text or multimedia message Media server content sharing is on NFC is on Wi-Fi hotspot is active NOTE: The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field. Using the keypad and entering text Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Tap twice for all caps. Tap to access the keyboard's Settings menu.
Special Features Gesture shot Take a picture with a hand gesture. To take a photo, raise your hand until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen. OR Glance View When the phone screen is off, you can see the Status bar, time and date by dragging your finger down on the screen.
Gesture View After taking a photo with the front camera lens, you can automatically check the captured photo with this gesture. 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . 2 Take a picture with the front camera. 3 After taking the picture, bring the phone close to your face. The captured photo will be displayed. Taking a picture Quick preview Returning front camera mode NOTE: • Depends on the speed and angle of the gesture, this feature may not work properly.
KnockON You can wake up, or turn off, the screen as easily as double-tapping the screen. While the screen is off, and idle, double-tap the center screen quickly to wake the screen. To turn the screen off, double-tap the Status bar in any screen (except on the camera viewfinder) or empty area on the Home screen. NOTE: When using KnockOn to wake the screen, make sure you do not cover the proximity sensor. Doing so will prevent the screen from turning on.
Dual window This feature allows you to multi-task by splitting up the screen into two, allowing you to use two compatible applications at the same time. 1 Touch and hold the to split the screen. 2 Tap or drag the app icon for the corresponding application you wish to use. : Tap to view the Dual window menu options, or drag to resize the split screens. : Switch two screens. : View the app list. : Change the selected window to full screen. : Close the currently selected app window.
QuickMemo+ The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. Capture screens, draw on them and share them with family and friends with QuickMemo+. 1 (While screen is off) Press and hold the Volume Up button. OR OR (While the screen is on) Touch and slide the Status bar downward and tap . 2 Use the menu to select from the available options Pen type, Color, Eraser and create a memo. 3 Tap to save the memo. To exit QuickMemo+ at any time, tap .
QSlide From any screen, use the Notification panel to easily access and use the Notepad, Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. OR Tap to expand the window to full window size. Tap to adjust the window's transparency. Tap to close the QSlide window. Drag to adjust the size. 1 Touch and slide the status bar downward > tap QSlide to view the available QSlide apps. Also, while using applications that support QSlide, tap . The function is displayed as a small window on your screen.
QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, set-top box and audio system, and more. Set up 1 Touch and slide the Status bar downward and tap > ADD REMOTE. OR Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > > tap . 2 Select the type and brand of the device, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device. Access your QuickRemote 3 Once you have completed the initial set up, you can easily access the QuickRemote from the Notification panel.
Menu Map Icon Google ThinkFree Viewer Clock Box 40 Description Touch to open and choose from various Google products Touch to open document viewer Touch to access the Alarm / Clock menu. Simplifies online file storage and make easy to access and edit your files. C ontacts Touch to open your contacts. You can also create new contact and edit existing ones Cell Broadcast Allow you to simultaneously deliver message to multiple user in a specified area.
Icon File Manager Description Touch to open the file manager and view the files. Icon Description Gallery To view, organise and sort picture and video files on your device. Touch to access web browser. Internet Messaging Phone Settings Voice Recorder Downloads Touch to access the Messaging app ,You can create a new SMS or MMS Touch to bring up the touch dialing pad which lets you to make a call. Touch to adjust general settings of your phone Touch to record voice memos or other audio files.
Icon Youtube FM Radio Quick Memo+ Smart World 42 Description Use online video streaming service that allows you to view videos uploaded by others. Touch to listen to your favourite Radio stations Touch to open and use QuickMemo+ Icon QuickRemote RemoteCall Service Tasks Description QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, cable box, audio, DVD, Bluray, air conditioner and projector Remote Call is a remote support solution.
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. Setting up your Google account During the initial boot up of your device, ensure your device is connected to the Web. Then, sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen. OR • After having exited the Startup Wizard, tap > Apps tab > > General tab > Accounts & sync > Add Account > Google.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > > Networks tab > Wi-Fi. 2 Set Wi-Fi to ON to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. 3 Tap a network to connect to it. • If the network is secured with a lock icon, you will need to enter a security key or password. NOTE: The Status bar displays icons that indicate Wi-Fi status.
Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to connect with headsets, sound systems, or even to exchange data between near devices. NOTE: • LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth 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.
Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Using an application that supports sharing, locate the data, or file, that you want to share. 2 Select the Share option. 3 Select Bluetooth. 4 Select the paired Bluetooth device (or pair with a new device). NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Receiving data via Bluetooth 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > > Networks tab > Bluetooth. 2 Set Bluetooth to ON to turn it on. 3 You will receive a request to accept a pairing attempt from the sending device.
SmartShare SmartShare allows you to receive multimedia content via LG phone and tablets. 1 While viewing the content you want to share, tap or > SmartShare. 2 Tap Play or Beam in the pop-up that is displayed. • Play: You can stream your content via a TV, Bluetooth speaker, etc. • Beam: You can send your content to Bluetooth devices or via SmartShare Beam* to supported LG phones or tablets. *SmartShare Beam quickly transfers multimedia contents through Wi-Fi Direct.
Transferring data between a PC and your device You can copy or move data between a PC and the device. Transferring data 1 Connect your device to a PC using the USB cable that came with your phone. 2 Open the Notifications panel and select Media device (MTP). 3 A window will pop-up on your PC, allowing you to transfer the desired data. NOTE: • The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able to detect the phone. • Check the requirements for using Media device (MTP).
Calls Making a call 1 2 3 4 Tap to open the dialer. Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a digit, tap . After entering the desired number, tap to place the call. To end the call, tap . TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your contacts 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Scroll through the contact list. You can also enter the contact's name in the Search field or scroll along the alphabet letters on the right edge of the screen.
Making a second call 1 During your first call, tap > Add call. 2 Enter the number and tap to place the call. 3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. 4 To toggle between numbers, tap the number displayed on the screen. You can also tap to start a conference call. 5 To end all calls, tap End. NOTE: You are charged for each call you make. Viewing your call logs On the Home screen, tap and select Call logs tab.
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 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. You can also scroll along the alphabet letters on the right edge of the screen. Adding a new contact 1 Tap and enter the new contact's number. 2 Tap > Add to Contacts > New contact.
Removing a contact from your favorites list 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap the Favorites tab and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the yellow star at the top right corner of the screen. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites. Creating a group 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap Groups > > New group. 3 Enter a name for the new group. You can also set a distinct ringtone for the group. 4 Tap Save to save the group.
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message 1 Tap on the Home screen and tap to create a new message. 2 Enter a contact name or contact number into the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can tap a suggested recipient and add more than one contact. NOTE: You may be charged for each text message you send. Please consult with your service provider.
Conversation view Text and multimedia messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations. Changing message settings Your phone's messaging settings are predefined to allow you to send messages immediately. You can change the settings based on your preferences. • Open the Messaging app and tap > Settings.
E-mail You can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail 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 email accounts The first time you open the E-mail application, a setup wizard opens to help you set up an email account. After the initial setup, the Email app displays the contents of your inbox.
Composing and sending email Composing and sending messages 1 While in the E-mail application, tap to create a new email. 2 Enter an address for the email's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses are proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons. 3 Tap to add a Cc/Bcc and tap to attach files, if required. 4 Enter the email's text. 5 Tap to send the email.
Camera and Video To open the Camera application, tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . Camera options on the viewfinder 1 2 6 7 3 8 4 5 9 Hide/Display Options – Tap to hide/display the camera options on the viewfinder. Flash – Allows you to manage the camera's flash. Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Tap to swap between the rear camera and the front camera. Shot mode – Allows you to select the shot mode for the picture. Choose from Auto, Panorama or Dual.
Using the advanced settings In the camera viewfinder, tap to access the camera settings below. Combines photos taken at multiple exposures into one optimal photo to get a better photo in difficult lighting situations. Selects the photo resolution. Allows you to say a voice command to take pictures. You can say LG, Cheese, Smile, etc. Sets a delay after the capture key is pressed. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo or video. Displays grid lines to help you align your pictures and videos.
Once you have taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen to view the last photo you took. The following options are available. Tap to edit the photo. Tap to take another photo immediately. Tap to send your photo to others or share it in via any available social network services. Tap to delete the photo. Tap to access additional options. Tap to add the photo to your favorites.
After recording a video In the viewfinder, tap the video thumbnail at the top of the screen to view the last video you recorded. The following options are available. Tap to record another video immediately. Tap to open the available sharing options (such as Messaging or Bluetooth) to share. Tap to delete the video. Tap to access additional options. NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.
Dual The Dual feature allows you to take a picture or record video with the front and rear cameras at the same time. 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . 2 Tap MODE > . NOTE: Drag the small screen to move it to your desired location. Touch and hold the small screen to resize it. Tap on the small screen to alternate between the two cameras. 3 Tap to stop dual recording. Super Zooming When using the rear camera lens, you can zoom in or out to 8x. NOTE: Use a steady hand.
Live Zoom Live Zoom allows you to zoom in or out on a portion of a video that is being played to make the desired section appear larger or smaller. When viewing a video, use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out. NOTE: Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm touch. Dual Play Dual Play (wired or wireless connection to two displays) can be run on a different screen.
Gallery The Gallery allows you to view and manage all of your pictures and videos. • Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . NOTE: • Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. • Some files may not play properly due to their encoding. Viewing pictures The Gallery displays your pictures in folders. When an application, such as E-mail, saves a picture, the download folder is automatically created to contain the picture.
Playing videos 1 Touch > Apps tab (if necessary) > 2 Select the video you want to watch. The following options are available. / . Touch to pause/resume video playback. Touch to fast-forward 10 seconds. Touch to rewind 10 seconds. Touch to adjust the video volume. Touch to lock/unlock the screen. Touch to rotate the screen. Touch to use QSlide for the Videos app. Tap to share your video using the SmartShare function. Tap to access additional options.
Editing photos While viewing a photo, tap . Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: • While in a folder, tap , select the photos/videos and then tap Delete. • While viewing a photo, tap . Setting wallpaper While viewing a photo, tap it to a contact. > Set image as to set the image as wallpaper or assign NOTE: • Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when youopen files.
Multimedia Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . Playing a song 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > 2 Tap the Songs tab. 3 Select the song you want to play. 4 The following options are available. . Tap to pause playback. Tap to resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. Touch and hold to fast-forward.
Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. Touch and hold to rewind. Tap to adjust the volume. Tap to set audio effects. Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order). Tap to toggle through repeat all songs, repeat current song and repeat off. Tap to share your music using the SmartShare function. Tap to add the song to your favorites. Tap to open the current playlist. Tap to access additional options.
Utilities Clock Use the Clock app gives you access to the Alarms, Timer, World clock and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . Alarm The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms. 1 Open the Clock app, then select the Alarm tab. 2 Tap the New alarm icon to add an alarm. 3 Adjust the settings as necessary and tap Save. NOTE: You can also tap an existing alarm to edit it.
Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. 1 Open the Clock app, then select the Stopwatch tab. 2 Tap the Start key to initiate the stopwatch. NOTE: Tap the Lap key to record lap times. 3 Tap the Stop button to stop stopwatch. NOTE: To reset the stopwatch, tap the Reset button. You can also tap the Resume button to resume the stopwatch. Calculator The Calculator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard or scientific calculator.
Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap to begin recording. 3 Tap to end the recording. 4 Tap to listen to the recording. NOTE: Tap to access your recordings. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time. Tasks You can add your tasks in the Tasks app and synchronize with you MS Exchange account (if supported by your MS Exchange account).
Voice Search Use this application to search the web using your voice. 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder > . 2 Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through your applications. • Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > .
LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content – fonts, themes, games, applications. How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone 1 Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > LG SmartWorld. 2 Tap Sign in and enter your user name and password. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to create an account. 3 Browse and download the content you want. NOTE: • You may incur data fee charges when using your mobile network to access LG SmartWorld.
Web Browser Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider. • Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . Using the Browser toolbar Scroll towards the top of the webpage to access the browser toolbar. Tap to go back one page.
Opening a page To go to a new page, tap > To go to another webpage, tap . , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice In the browser, tap the address field and then tap . When prompted, say a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap > Add to bookmarks > OK. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap and select the desired one.
Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. • Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages In the Chrome browser, tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page To open a new page, tab > New tab. To go to another webpage, tap , and tap the page to select it.
Settings This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone’s System Settings menus. Accessing the Settings menu: • Tap > touch and hold > System settings. - or • Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > . Networks < WIRELESS NETWORKS > Wi-Fi Allows you to manage your Wi-Fi connections and connect to available Wi-Fi networks. Bluetooth Allows you to manage your the Bluetooth wireless feature. Mobile data Displays the data usage and allows you to set a personalized mobile data usage limit.
Incoming voice call pop-up – Displays a pop-up for an incoming call when an app is in use. • Call reject – Allows you to set the call decline function. • Decline with message – When you want to decline a call, you can send a quick message using this function. This is useful if you need to decline a call during a meeting. • Call forwarding – Allows you to choose when to forward calls. • Auto answer – Sets the time before a connected hands-free device automatically answers an incoming call.
Android Beam – When this feature is turned on, you can transfer app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. Just bring the device together (typically back to back) and then tap your screen. The app determines what gets beamed. • SmartShare Beam – Allows you to receive multimedia content via LG phones and tablets. • Media server – Allows you to share the phone's display and sound on your TV.
Sound < BASIC > Sound profile Allows you to set your phone's sound profile. Choose from Sound, Vibrate only or Do not disturb. Volume Adjust the phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and environment. Vibration strength Allows you to set the vibration strength for calls, notifications and touch feedback. < RINGTONES & VIBRATIONS > Ringtone Allows you to set the ringtones for calls. You can also add a ringtone by tapping the upper-right corner of the screen.
Lock screen Allows you to choose if you want to show or hide notifications on the lock screen. Apps Allows you to prevent apps from displaying notifications or set apps to show notifications with priority when Do not disturb is set to Priority only. < ADVANCED SETTINGS > Vibrate on tap Checkmark to vibrate when tapping the Home touch buttons and during other UI interactions. Sound effects Tap to set the dial pad touch tones, touch sounds and screen lock sound.
Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device. You can download new themes from LG SmartWorld. • Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. • Screen swipe effect – Choose the desired type of effect to display when you swipe from one Home screen canvas to the next. • Allow Home screen looping – Displays the first screen after the last screen when scrolling the Home screen. • Home backup & restore – You can backup and restore app/widget layouts and the Home screen wallpaper.
Lock timer – Sets the amount of time before the screen automatically locks after the screen has timed out. • Power button instantly locks – Checkmark to instantly lock the screen when the Power/Lock Button is pressed. This setting overrides the Security lock timer setting. • Home touch buttons Set the Home touch buttons displayed at the bottom of all screens. Set which keys are displayed, their position on the bar and what they look like.
< ADVANCED SETTINGS > Screen-off effect Select the screen-off effect when locking and turning off the screen. Choose from Black hole, Retro TV and Fade out. Daydream Tap the Daydream switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows to set a screensaver to be displayed when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging. Auto-adjust screen tone Checkmark to adjust the screen brightness automatically with an analysis of image color.
Location Allows you to manage locations services to determine your approximate location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks. • Mode – Allows you to choose a location mode from High accuracy (GPS and networks), Battery saving (Networks only) and Device sensors only (GPS only). • Camera – Checkmark to tag photos or videos with the location they were taken at. • Google Location Reporting – Allows you to view and manage your Google location settings.
Lock screen – Checkmark to enable you move the PIN Lock screen keypad to the right or left side of the phone. Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other. • Help – Displays information regarding one-handed operation. • Shortcut key Get quick access to apps by pressing and holding the Volume button when the screen is off or locked. Tap the Shortcut key switch (Shortcut key switch image) in the upperright corner of the screen to toggle it On or Off.
can only access the pinned app. This is useful for users with children. < SMART FUNCTIONS > Gestures • Answer an incoming call – Checkmark to enable you to bring the phone to your ear to automatically answer the incoming call. • Fade out ringtone – Checkmark to allow you to pick up the phone from the flat surface to fade out the incoming call ringtone. • Silence incoming calls – Checkmark to allow you to flip the phone to silence incoming calls.
< PHONE MANAGEMENT > Date & time Use the Date & time settings to set how dates will be 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. Storage • INTERNAL STORAGE – View internal storage usage. Battery • BATTERY INFORMATION – The Battery charge information is displayed on a battery graphic along with the percentage of the remaining charge and its status.
Default message app This menu allows you to set your default messaging app as desired. Backup & reset This menu allows you to back-up your data, automatically restore data, and erase all the data on your phone. • Backup my data – Allows you to back up your settings and application data to the Google server. • Backup account – Allows you to back up your account. • Automatic restore – Allows you to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled onto your device.
PC software (LG PC Suite) For Windows OS LG PC Suite helps you manage media contents and applications in your phone by allowing you to connect to your phone with your PC. With the LG PC Suite software, you can... • Manage and play your media contents (music, movie, pictures) 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. • Update the software in your device.
System Requirements for LG PC Suite software • OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32bit, 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.) • Required software: LG United drivers, Windows Media Player 10 or later.
Installing the LG PC Suite Software To download the LG PC Suite software, please do the following: 1 Go to www.lg.com. 2 Go to SUPPORT > MOBILE SUPPORT > PC Sync. 3 Select the model information and click GO. 4 Scroll down, select the PC SYNC tab > Mac OS > DOWNLOAD to download LG PC Suite. System Requirements for LG PC Suite software • OS: Mac OS X (10.6.
Phone software update Phone software update Software updates from the Internet for your LG phone For more information about software updates, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/ index.jsp. 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 saved to the internal phone memory—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/ application data and settings, any downloaded applications and your DRM licence—may 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 guide. This ensures 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 is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this guide, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com.
Trademarks • • LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. DivX HD This DivX Certified® device has passed rigorous testing to ensure it plays DivX® video. To play purchased DivX movies, first register your device at vod.divx.com. Find your registration code in the DivX VOD section of your device setup menu. DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 720p, including premium content.
Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) • Travel adaptor • Quick Start Guide • Stereo headset • USB cable NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider.
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 SIM or USIM card error No network connection/ Dropped network Codes do not match Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM or USIM card in the phone or it is inserted incorrectly. Make sure that the SIM card is correctly inserted. Signal is weak or you are outside the carrier network.
Message Possible causes No applications can be set Not supported by service provider or registration required. Contact your service provider. Dialing error New network not authorized. New SIM or USIM card inserted. Check for new restrictions. Pre-paid charge limit reached. Contact service provider or reset limit with PIN2. On/Off key pressed too briefly. Press the On/Off key for at least two seconds. Battery is not charged. Charge battery. Check the charging indicator on the display.
Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Battery is not charged. Charge battery. Outside temperature is too hot or cold. Make sure phone is charging at a normal temperature. Contact problem Check the charger and its connection to the phone. No voltage Plug the charger into a different outlet. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. Number not allowed. The Fixed dialing number function is on.
Message 100 Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen does not turn on when I receive a call. Proximity sensor problem If you use a protection tape or case, make sure it has not covered the area around the proximity sensor. Make sure that the area around the proximity sensor is clean. No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status in the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibration or silent mode.
FAQ Category Question Answer 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. Contacts Backup How can I back up Contacts? Contacts data can be synchronized between your phone and Gmail™. Is it possible to set up Synchronization one-way sync with Gmail? Only two-way synchronization is available. The Inbox is automatically synchronized.
Category Question My phone does not display the time of Message receipt for messages Time older than 24 hrs. How can I view the time? Is it possible to install another navigation Navigation application on my phone? Is it possible to synchronize my Synchronization contacts from all my email accounts? Wait and Pause Security 102 Answer You will only be able to see the times for messages received the same day.
Category Unlock Pattern FAQ Question How do I create the Unlock Pattern? Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap and hold . 2. Tap System settings > Display tab > Lock screen. 3. Tap Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears. 4. Set up your pattern by drawing itthen drawing it a second time for confirmation. Precautions to take when using the pattern lock. It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set.
Category Answer Unlock Pattern What should I do if I forget the unlock pattern and I did not create my Google account on the phone? If you forgot 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 are then required to log in with your Google account to unlock your phone. If you have not created a Google account on the phone or you have forgotten it, you must perform a hard reset.
Category Question Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap and My screen turns off hold . after only 15 seconds. 2. Tap System settings > Display tab. Screen time How can I change the out 3. Tap Screen timeout. amount of time for the 4. Tap the preferred screen backlight backlight to turn off? timeout time. When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to When the Wi-Fi and On).
Category Charger Alarm Alarm Alarm Display Hard Reset (Factory Reset) 106 Question Answer Is it possible to charge my phone using a Yes, the phone is charged through the USB cable without USB cable regardless of whether the installing the necessary necessary drivers are installed. USB driver? Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it as an alarm. 1. Touch and hold a song in a library Can I use music files list.
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