ENGLISH User Guide LG-D958 MFL68140901 (1.0) www.lg.
ENGLISH User Guide 4G LTE* ready * Please check with your network operator if 4G LTE is available on your USIM • • • • • • Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone. Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice. This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the tap screen keyboard.
Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use........5 Important notice......................................13 Getting to know your phone....................19 Phone overview......................................19 Installing the micro-USIM card................21 Charging your phone..............................22 Locking and unlocking the screen...........23 KnockON..............................................23 Stereo headset with microphone............24 Plug & Pop............................
Camera.....................................................50 Getting to know the viewfinder...............50 Using the advanced settings...................51 Taking a quick photo ..............................52 Using Shot & Clear mode........................52 Using Dual camera mode........................53 Using Time catch shot mode...................53 Once you've taken a photo.....................54 From your Gallery...................................55 Video camera....................................
Table of contents Setting your alarm..................................80 Using your calculator..............................81 Adding an event to your calendar............81 Voice Recorder.......................................82 Recording a sound or voice...................82 Sending the voice recording..................82 Task Manager.........................................82 Tasks......................................................83 POLARIS Viewer 5...................................83 Google+.......
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.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Product care and maintenance WARNING Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may void any approval or warranty applying to the phone and may be dangerous.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • electric shock and can seriously damage your phone. Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard. Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol). Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings. The phone should be charged in a well ventilated area. Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • • • • Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket. Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones. Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc. Use your phone in temperatures between 0ºC and 40ºC, if possible. Exposing your phone to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage, malfunction, or even explosion.
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. • 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.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • • Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft. Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew. Children Keep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached. Emergency calls Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile networks. Therefore you should never depend solely on your phone for emergency calls. Check with your local service provider.
• • • • • • • • • • • 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. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use • • • • • • • Use a hands free device to add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today. Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice and even heavy traffic can be hazardous. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1. Phone memory When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.
Important notice NOTE: If you accidently press the Power/Lock Key while the device is in your pocket, the screen will turn off automatically in order to save battery power. To check the battery power level: • Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > About phone > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen.
4. Using an unlock pattern Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Pattern. This opens a screen that will guide you through how to draw a screen unlock pattern. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock pattern. Caution: Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock.
Important notice 5. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your phone does not restore to its original condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset) to initialize it. 1 Turn the power off. 2 Press and hold the POWER/LOCK Key + VOLUME Down Key on the back of the phone. 3 Release the POWER/LOCK Key + VOLUME Down Key when the LG logo is displayed, then press and hold the VOLUME Down Key + VOLUME Up Key again. 4 Release all keys when the Factory hard reset screen is displayed.
1 Touch and hold the Home Key . A list of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap the application you want to access. This does not stop the previous app to exit running in the background on the phone. Make sure to tap Back Key an app after using it. • To stop applications, tap Task Manager from the recent apps list, then tap Stop or Stop all. • To remove an app from the recent apps list, swipe the app preview to the left or right. To clear all apps, tap Clear all. 7.
Important notice 9. If the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it: Press and hold the Power/Lock key for 10 seconds to turn your phone off. If it still does not work, please contact the service center. 10. Do not connect your phone when you power on/off your PC Make sure to disconnect your phone from the PC when powering your PC on or off as it might result in PC errors. 11.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Front Camera Lens Proximity Sensor Earpiece Notification LED Touch Screen Back Key • Return to the previous screen. Exit an app after using it. Home Key • Return to the Home screen from any screen. 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.
Getting to know your phone Microphone SIM Card Tray Eject Button Aperture Power/Lock Key • Switch your phone on/ off by pressing and holding this key • Short press to lock/ unlock the screen NFC Touch Point QRemote Sensor Rear Camera Lens Flash Volume Keys • On the home screen: Controls ringer volume. • During a call: Control your earpiece volume. • When playing a track: Controls volume. Speaker Microphone Headset Jack Charger/USB port WARNING T his part encloses the battery compartment.
Installing the micro-USIM card Before you start exploring your new phone, you may choose to insert the micro-USIM card. The eject button is a small round aperture on the bottom of the tray door. To install a new micro-USIM card: 1 Insert the micro-USIM ejection tool that comes with the phone (or a thin pin) into the eject button aperture, and push gently but firmly until the tray pops out. 2 Remove the tray and place the micro-USIM card inside it, with the contacts out and the angled corner to the right.
Getting to know your phone Charging your phone Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. WARNING Use Only LG-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Using unapproved chargers or cables may cause the battery to charge slowly and unexpected popup messages on your phone.
Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. to lock your phone. When you are not using the phone, press the Power/Lock key If there are any programs running when you lock your 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.
Getting to know your phone Stereo headset with microphone With the headset connected, you can enjoy music or video with stereo sound, and easily switch from your music/video to take and end calls. < Front > Volume Up/Down Buttons Call/End Button • For an incoming call, press to receive or end a call. • When you listen to music, press to stop playback or resume. Press twice to play the next track. < Back > Microphone 1 Plug in the headset as shown below.
2 The applications panel displays and you can select an app to run. NOTE: You can edit the applications to display on the panel and set not to show the applications panel. Please see < Accessory >. 3 If a call is coming when the headset is connected to the phone, press the take the call. again. 4 To end the call, press the to Plug & Pop Plug & Pop allows you to quickly choose apps to use when plugging in an earphone or On-the-Go device, such as a mouse or keyboard.
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. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.
Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application shortcuts, or 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 Shows phone's status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.
Your Home screen Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, widgets or changing wallpapers. To add items on your Home screen 1 Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen. 2 In the Add Mode menu, select the item you wish to add. You will then see this added item on the Home screen. 3 Drag it to the desired location and lift your finger. TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps menu, touch and hold the application you want to add.
Returning to recently-used applications 1 Touch and hold . The screen displays a pop-up containing the icons of applications you used recently. to return to your previous screen. 2 Tap an icon to open the application. Or tap Notifications panel Notifications alert you the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen.
Your Home screen Opening the notifications panel Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Quick Toggle Area Tap each quick toggle key to turn it on/off. Touch and hold the key to access the settings menu of the function. To see more toggle keys, swipe left or right. Tap to remove, add, or rearrange toggle keys. QSlide Apps Tap a QSlide app to open as a small window on your screen. Tap to remove, add, or rearrange QSlide apps. Tap to clear all the notifications.
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.
Your Home screen New text or multimedia message Choose input method A song is currently playing DLNA content share Mobile hotspot is active DLNA music playing NOTE: The icons 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 automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text.
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. To set up your Google account: Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen. OR • Tap > > Apps tab > select a Google application, such as Gmail > select New to create a new account. If you have a Google account, tap Existing, enter your email address and password, then tap .
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or ‘hotspot’. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or use security features; you must configure your phone to be able to connect to them.
Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones. NOTE: • LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate application or from Downloads. 2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. 3 Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > set Bluetooth to ON.
To share your phone's data connection as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Tethering & networks > Wi-Fi hotspot switch to activate. 2 Enter a password and tap Save. TIP! If your computer is running Windows 7 or a recent distribution of some flavours of Linux (such as Ubuntu), you will not usually need to prepare your computer for tethering.
Connecting to Networks and Devices ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent unauthorised usage of online services by other people and additional charges may be incurred. To avoid unauthorized usage, you are advised to keep the security option active. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct supports a direct connection between Wi-Fi enabled devices without an access point.
• SmartShare Beam: Transferring the contents feature fast via Wi-Fi Direct. < Play > < Beam > Enjoying the content from Nearby devices You can enjoy the content of nearby devices (i.e. PC.NAS, Mobile) at Gallery, Music, Videos app. Connecting devices Connect your device and other devices supported by DLNA in the same Wi-Fi network. Searching other devices 1 Tap Nearby devices, then you can see the DLNA-supported devices. 2 Connect to the device to view the content.
Connecting to Networks and Devices PC connections with a USB cable Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode 1 Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable. 2 If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. Choose System settings > General tab > PC connection > Select USB connection method, then select Media sync (MTP).
Calls Making a call 1 2 3 4 Tap to open the keypad. Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the to make a call. Tap To end a call, tap the End icon . 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 or enter the first few letters of the contact you want to call by tapping Search contacts. 3 In the list, tap you want to call.
Calls Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the back side of the phone. Making a second call 1 During your first call, tap Menu key > Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialled numbers list by tapping or can search contacts by tapping and selecting the contact you want to call. 2 Tap to make the call. 3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold.
Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. 1 On the Home screen, tap . . 2 Tap 3 Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact On the Home screen 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact 1 Tap , enter the new contact's number, then tap the Menu key . Tap Add to Contacts > New contact. 2 If you want to add a picture to the new contact, tap the image area.
Removing a contact from your favourites list 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap the tab, and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the yellow colour star to the right corner of the contact's name. The star turns grey colour and the contact is removed from your favourites. Creating a group 1 Tap to open your contacts. . Select New group. 2 Tap Groups and tap the Menu key 3 Enter a name for the new group. You can also set a ringtone for the newly created group. 4 Tap Save to save the group.
Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message 1 Tap on the Home screen and tap 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 tap a suggested recipient. You can add more than one contact. NOTE: You will be charged for a text message for every person to whom you send the message. 3 Tap the Enter message field and begin composing your message.
Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences. • Tap the Messaging icon on the Home screen, tap and then 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 an email account The first time you open the E-mail application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account. After the initial set-up, E-mail displays the contents of your inbox.
Composing and sending email To compose and send a message 1 While in the E-mail application, tap the . 2 Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons. to add a Cc/Bcc and tap to attach files, if required. 3 Tap the 4 Enter the text of the message. 5 Tap . TIP! When a new email arrives in your Inbox, you will be notified by a sound or vibration.
Camera The Multi Point AF (Autofocus) feature enables you to get a clearer and natural picture even if the objects are not in the center. on the Home screen. To open the Camera application, tap Camera Getting to know the viewfinder F lash – Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens.
Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap . To take a photo, say one of the following words: Cheese, Smile, Whisky, Kimchi or LG. Defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the photo. Tap to select the focus mode. Selects photo resolution. If you choose high resolution, file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory.
Camera Opens the help guide to know how a function operates. Restores all camera default settings. TIP! • When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as brightness, focus, iso, white balance, colour effect, timer and shot mode. Check these before you take your next photo. • The setting menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change photo colour or quality elements, you will see a preview of the changed image behind the Settings menu.
4 Tap any of the outlined objects to remove them from the photo, then tap * When taking a picture, moving objects are shown as dashed lines. . NOTES • Take a picture after fixing the camera in one place. • If the colour of a subject is similar to the background, only a part may be detected or it may be difficult to erase. • If a moving subject is too small or too large, it may be difficult to erase. • If the subject is moving insignificantly, it may not be detected.
Camera 3 Tap to take a picture. 4 To view the moments just before the picture was taken, tap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen. 5 Select the pictures that you want to keep, then tap at the top of the screen. Once you've taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen to view the last photo you took. Tap to share your photo using the SmartShare function. Tap to take another photo immediately.
Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected photo. Rotate left/right – To rotate left or right. Crop – Crop your photo. Move your finger across the screen to select the area to be cropped. Edit – View and edit the photo. Slideshow – Automatically shows you the images in the current folder one after the other. Add location – To add the location information. Details – Find out more information about the file. From your Gallery Tap Gallery and select Camera. • To view more photos, scroll left or right.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder F lash – Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. Recording mode – Choose from Normal, Live effect, Dual recording, or Tracking zoom. Settings – Tap this icon to open the settings menu. Camera mode – Tap and slide up this icon to switch to camera mode. Start recording Gallery – Tap to view the last video you recorded.
Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, tap to open all the advanced options. Tap to turn on Audio zoom feature. You can record only the sound you want clearly and loudly. After turning this on, focus the subject you want to zoom, on inside the blue circle. To zoom in on sounds as well as sight, pinch in. NOTES • Only available in landscape view. • Do not cover the microphones on both sides. Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording.
Video camera Restores all camera default settings. Recording a quick video 1 Open the Camera application and slide the Video mode button. 2 The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen. 3 Holding the phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. 4 Tap once to start recording. 5 A red light will appear at the top left corner of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video. 6 Tap on the screen to stop recording.
NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming. From your Gallery Tap Gallery and select Camera. Tap on video play icon to play the video. Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the volume keys on the back side of the phone. Using Audio Zoom Focuses the audio recording on a particular area of your choice this will increase microphone sensitivity and reduce background noise.
Video camera Using Dual recording mode Allows you to record videos with the front and rear cameras at the same time, combined into one recording. 1 Open the Camera application and change to video mode > Dual recording. 2 Tap 3 A small viewfinder box appears on the main viewfinder screen. Set up your shot. • Drag the small viewfinder to move it where you want it in the shot. • Touch and hold the small viewfinder to resize it, if necessary.
Function QuickMemo The QuickMemo 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 switched off) Press and hold the Volume Up key. OR OR Touch and slide the status bar downward and tap . 2 Select the desired menu option from Pen type, Colour, Eraser and create a memo.
Function 3 Tap in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen. To exit QuickMemo at any time, tap . NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options You can easily use the QuickMenu options when using the QuickMemo. Tap to keep the current QuickMemo as a text overlay on the screen and continue to use the phone. Selects whether to use the background screen or not. Undo or Redo. Selects the pen type and the colour.
QuickTranslator Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign text you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere and anytime. You can buy additional dictionaries for offline translation from the Google Play Store. Home language. Destination language. Translate word. Translate Line. Translate block. Settings. 1 2 3 4 Tap > > Apps tab > QuickTranslator. Tap Word, Line or Block. Tap and select the desired language.
Function QSlide From any screen, bring up a notepad, calendar, and more as a window inside your screen. OR Tap to exit the QSlide and return to full window. Tap to adjust transparency. Tap to end the QSlide. Tap to adjust the size. 1 Touch and slide the status bar downwards > tap QSlide apps or while using applications that support QSlide, tap . The function will be displayed as a small window on your screen. 2 You can make a call, browse the Web, or choose other phone options.
QTheater QTheater allows you to see the slideshow for Photos, Videos, and YouTube. 1 From the lock screen, hold the phone horizontally (landscape). 2 Pull the screen with the thumb of both hands. 3 You can see the slideshow for desired functions. NOTE: The screen lock mode should be set as Swipe before you use QTheater function. 1 Tap > Apps tab > Settings > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock. 2 Select Swipe.
Function OR 1 Touch and slide the status bar downwards and tap > ADD REMOTE. OR > > Apps tab > Tap QuickRemote > tap . 2 Select the type and brand of device, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device(s). 3 Touch and slide the status bar downwards and use QuickRemote functions. Tap the Menu key to select Magic Remote setting, Edit remote name, Learn remote, Move remote, Delete remote, Edit room, Settings and Help.
Zoom to Track When you play a video, you can enlarge an object while tracking it. 1 When you play a video, tap . 2 Touch the magnifying glass and drag it to the object to track. NOTE: • While a video is playing, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the screen brightness. • While playing a video, slide the screen left or right to rewind or fast-forward. • Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm tap.
Function VuTalk With the VuTalk feature, you can make an interactive and more creative notes with the other party. Visual communication is possible while sharing a photo, a map or camera preview. NOTE: • Only available with a phone that supports this feature as well. • You can also use the VuTalk feature during a call. • The screen will lock if there is no input. • Requires data connection. Data charge will apply to both phones. Register VuTalk Before Use 1 Tap > Contacts > .
Communicate Visually with VuTalk 1 Tap > Contacts > . Only the contacts who use the VuTalk feature will be displayed. 2 Tap a contact to start VuTalk with. 3 In the contact's details screen, tap . After the other party accepts your VuTalk request, you can start VuTalk with him/her. 4 Use the VuTalk screen to chat and visually communicate with your friend. • Tap to attach a photo, take a new photo, map view, or a sticker. • Tap the Pen icon and Eraser icon to write on the images you attached.
Function NOTE: What if there is no icon? 1 Using a mobile Web browser, access LG SmartWorld (www.lgworld.com) and select your country. 2 Download the LG SmartWorld App. 3 Run and install the downloaded file. 4 Access LG SmartWorld by tapping the icon. How to use LG SmartWorld • Participate in monthly LG SmartWorld promotions. Search content. Find content by category (e.g. Games, Education, Entertainment etc). List of downloaded/to-be updated content.
On-Screen Phone On-Screen Phone allows you to view your mobile phone screen from a PC via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. You can also control your mobile phone from your PC, using the mouse or keyboard. On-Screen Phone icons Connects your mobile phone to your PC, or disconnects it. Changes the On-Screen Phone preferences. Exits the On-Screen Phone programme. Maximises the On-Screen Phone window. Minimize the On-Screen Phone window.
Function • Real-time event notifications: prompts a pop-up to inform you of any incoming calls or text/multimedia messages. How to install On-Screen Phone on your PC 1 Visit LG Home (www.lg.com) and select a country of your choice. 2 Go to Support > Mobile Phone Support > Select the Model (LG-D958) > Click OSP ( On-Screen Phone ) to download. You can install the On-Screen Phone on your PC.
Multimedia Gallery Open the Gallery application to view albums of your pictures and videos. 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Gallery. You can manage and share all your image and video files with Gallery. NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded. Viewing pictures Launching Gallery displays your available folders.
Multimedia Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap Videos application will launch. . The Editing photos When viewing an photo, tap the Menu key > Edit. Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap and select photos/videos by ticking, and then tap on Delete. • When viewing a photo/Video, tap . Setting as wallpaper When viewing a photo, tap the Menu key wallpaper or assign to a contact.
Playing a video 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Videos. 2 Select the video you want to play. Tap the desired direction for audio zoom. Tap to use Zoom to Track feature. Tap to enter into Qslide mode. Tap to share your video via the SmartShare function. Tap to lock a video screen. Tap to view the video list. Tap to capture the screen shot. Tap to pause video playback. Tap to resume video playback. Tap to go 10 seconds forward. Tap to go 10 seconds backward. Tap to manage the video volume.
Multimedia NOTE: UHD(Ultra-HD) video does not support Trim option when it plays at Gallery and Videos app. Music Your phone has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, tap > > Apps tab > Music. Add music files to your phone Start by transferring music files to your phone: • Transfer music using Media sync (MTP). • Download from the wireless Web. • Synchronize your phone to a computer. • Receive files via Bluetooth.
Tap to pause playback. Tap to resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track in the album, playlist, or shuffle. Touch and hold to fast forward. Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist, or shuffle. Touch and hold to rewind. Tap to display the Volume slider bar, then adjust the playback volume on the slider bar. Tap to set audio effects. Tap to find the files with YouTube. Tap to open the current playlist. Tap to add the song to your favourites.
Multimedia 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.
Utilities Slide Aside (Quick task-switching with THREE fingers) You can quickly switch to another task using three fingers. 1 Place three fingers on the screen which you are currently working on and slide the screen to the left. The current screen is saved and you can do another task. • You can save up 3 (three) apps in the left side of the screen. 2 To reopen the saved screen and continue to use the app, place three fingers on a screen and slide it to the right.
Utilities (Switch icon) : Switch two apps. (Drag icon) : Drag to resize split. (Menu icon) : Tap to view the app list, change to the full screen or close the current app. NOTE: The Dual Window should be enabled before you use the function. 1 Tap > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Multitasking > Dual Window. 2 Checkmark the Dual Window checkbox. Guest Mode To protect your privacy or limit some applications from your children, you can use Guest mode.
NOTE: To change alarm settings in the alarm list screen, tap the Menu key and select Settings. Using your calculator 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Calculator. 2 Tap the number keys to enter numbers. 3 For simple calculations, tap the function you want to perform (+, –, x or ÷) followed by =. > Scientific calculator. 4 For more complex calculations, tap > Calculation history. 5 To check the history, tap Adding an event to your calendar 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Calendar.
Utilities Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. Recording a sound or voice 1 2 3 4 Tap Tap Tap Tap > > Voice Recorder. to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE: Tap to access your album. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time. Sending the voice recording 1 Once you have finished recording, you can send the audio clip by tapping .
Tasks This task can be synchronized with MS Exchange account. You can create task, revise it and delete it in MS outlook or MS Office Outlook Web Access. To Synchronize MS Exchange > > Apps tab > Settings. 1 From the Home Screen, Tap 2 Tap General tab > Accounts & sync > Add account. 3 Tap Microsoft Exchange to create Email address and Password. 4 Make sure if you checkmark Sync task. NOTE: MS Exchange may not be supported depending on email server.
Utilities Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. • Tap > > Apps tab > Google+. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice. 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Voice Search. 2 Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider. 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Internet. Using the Web toolbar Tap slide it upwards with your finger to open. Tap to go back one page.
The Web Opening a page To go to 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 Tap the address field, tap keywords that appear. , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap > Save to bookmarks > OK. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap and select one.
Opening a page To go to a new page, tab New tab. To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down and tap the page to select it. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device when you are logged in with the same Google account. Other devices. To view open tabs on other devices, tap Menu key Select a webpage to open. To add bookmarks, tap .
Settings This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone's System settings menus. To access the Settings menu: > > System settings. Tap - or > > Apps tab > Settings. Tap Networks < Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. TIP! How to obtain the MAC address To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your phone in the router.
Incoming call pop-up – Display incoming call popup when using camera and videos. Call reject – Allows you to set the call reject function. Choose from Call reject mode or Reject calls from. Decline with message – 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. Privacy keeper – Hides the caller name and number for an incoming call.
Settings To switch NFC on or off: From the Home screen, touch and slide the notification panel down with your finger, then select the NFC icon to turn it on. NOTE: When airplane mode is activated, the NFC application can be used. Using NFC: To use NFC, make sure your device is switched on, and activate NFC if disabled. Direct/Android Beam – When this feature is turned on, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together.
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) etc. VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPNs. Sound Sound profile – Choose Sound, Vibrate only or Silent. Volumes – Adjust the phone's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment.
Settings Smart ringtone – Checkmark to increase phone ringtone volume automatically in noisy environments. Incoming call vibration – Sets the incoming call vibration Options. Gentle vibration – Checkmark to gradually increasing vibration up to current strength set. Ringtone with vibration – Checkmark to set the phone to vibrate in addition to the ringtone when you receive calls. Voice notifications – Tap the Voice notifications switch to toggle it On or Off.
Swing Lock screen – Checkmark to move Lock screen naturally up or down, when you tilt your phone in that direction. Screen swipe effect – Sets the screen swipe effect options. Choose from Ripple, Dewdrop, White hole, Particle, and Crystal. NOTE: Screen swipe effect becomes Pattern effect if the screen lock is set to Pattern. Weather animation – Checkmark to show weather animation for current location or primary city set in Weather based on auto data updates. Wallpaper – Sets your Lock screen wallpaper.
Settings Screen-off effect – Sets the screen-off effect. Choose from Fade out, Black hole, Retro TV. Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to set the phone to automatically rotate the screen based on the phone orientation (portrait or landscape). Screen mode – Set the screen mode. Choose from Standard, Vivid, or Natural. Daydream – Tap the Daydream switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows the set screensaver to be displayed when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging.
General < Gestures > Screen on/off – Checkmark to enable KnockON to turn the screen on and off. Quickly double-tap center screen to turn it on. Double-tap the Status Bar, an empty area on the Home screen, or the Lock screen to turn the screen off. For the best results, do not move the phone while using the KnockON feature. Answer an incoming call – Checkmark to enable you to bring the phone to your ear to automatically answer the incoming call.
Settings Lock screen – Checkmark to enable you move the PIN Lock screen keypad to the right or left side of the device. Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other. Swipe front touch buttons – Checkmark to swipe the front touch buttons left or right side to adjust the position of buttons in order to use it easily with one hand. Help – Displays information regarding one-handed operation. < Storage > INTERNAL STORAGE – View the internal storage usage.
Bluetooth – Checkmark to turn Bluetooth off when not connected while Battery saver is activated. Vibrate on touch – Checkmark to turn off touch feedback when Battery saver is activated. Brightness – Checkmark to set the screen brightness when Battery saver is activated. Tap to change the setting. Auto-adjust screen tone – Checkmark to turn on auto-adjust screen tone when Battery saver is activated. Screen timeout – Checkmark to set the screen timeout when Battery saver is activated.
Settings < Guest mode > To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed. In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options. < Location access > Access to my location – If you select Google's location service, your phone determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
< Language & input > Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary. < Backup & reset > Change the settings for managing your settings and data. Backup my data – Set to backup your settings and application data to the Google server. Backup account – Set to backup your account.
Settings Ask upon connecting – Ask in USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. Help – Help for USB connection. PC Suite – Check this to use LG PC Suite with your Wi-Fi connection. Please note that Wi-Fi network should be connected to LG PC Suite via a Wi-Fi connection. On-Screen Phone – Check this to receive Wi-Fi connection request from On-Screen Phone. Help – Help for LG software.
PC software (LG PC Suite) "LG PC Suite" PC software is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC. With your "LG PC Suite" PC Software, You Can... • Manage and play your media contents (music, movie, picture) on your PC. • Send multimedia contents to your device. • Synchronizes data (schedules, contacts, bookmarks) in your device and PC. • Backup the applications in your device.
PC software (LG PC Suite) System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC 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 colour or higher • HDD: 500 MB or more free hard disk space (More free hard disk space may be needed depending on the volume of data stored.
Moving contacts from your Old Device to your New Device 1 Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program. 2 Install "LG PC Suite" on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using a USB cable. 3 On the top menu, select Device > Import to device > Import contacts. 4 A popup window to select the file type and a file to import will appear. 5 On the popup, click the Select a file and Windows Explorer will appear.
Phone software update Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/ index.jsp select your country and language. This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.
NOTE: Your personal data from internal phone storage—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/application data and settings, any downloaded applications and your DRM licence— might be lost in the process of updating your phone's software. Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data.
About this user guide About this user guide • • • • • • • Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your phone safely and correctly. Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your phone. Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice.
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Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Stereo headset Quick Start Guide Data cable Micro-USIM ejection tool NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions.
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Micro-USIM card error No network connection/ Dropped network Codes do not match Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no Micro-USIM card in the phone or it is inserted incorrectly. Make sure that the Micro-USIM card is correctly inserted. Signal is weak or you are outside the carrier network.
Troubleshooting Message Possible causes No applications can be set Not supported by service provider or registration required. Contact your service provider. Dialling error New network not authorized. New Micro-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.
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 socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. Number not allowed The Fixed dialling number function is on.
Troubleshooting Message 112 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 SubCategory Question Answer BT Bluetooth Devices You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset What are the functions or Car Kit. Also, when the FTP server available via Bluetooth is connected to a compatible device, you can share content stored on the storage media. BT Bluetooth Headset If my Bluetooth headset is connected, can I listen to my music through my 3.
FAQ Category SubCategory Question Google™ Service Google Account Is it possible to filter emails? No, email filtering is not supported via the phone. Phone Function Email What happens when I execute another application while writing an email? Your email will automatically be saved as a draft. Phone Function Ringtone Is there a file size limitation for when I want to use MP3 file as ring tone? There is no file size limitation.
Category SubCategory Question Answer Phone Function Wait and Pause 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 Is it possible to save a number. contact with Wait and How to save with Wait and Pause: Pause in the numbers? 1. From the Home screen, tap the Phone icon . 2. Dial the number, then tap the Menu Key . 3. Tap Add 2-sec pause or Add wait.
FAQ Category SubCategory Phone Function Unlock Pattern 116 Question How do I create the Unlock Pattern? Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key . 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 will appear. 4. Set up by drawing your pattern once, and once again for confirmation. Precautions to take when using the pattern lock.
Category SubCategory Question Answer Phone Function Unlock Pattern What should I do if I forget the unlock pattern and I didn’t create my Google account on the phone? If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the forgot pattern button. You are then required to log in with your Google account to unlock your phone.
FAQ Category SubCategory Phone Function VPN Question How do I set up a VPN? My screen turns off Phone after only 15 seconds. Function How can I change the Screen time amount of time for the out backlight to turn off? 118 Answer VPN access configuration is different for each company. To configure VPN access from your phone, you must obtain the details from your company’s network administrator. 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key . 2. Tap System settings > Display tab. 3. Tap Screen timeout. 4.
Category SubCategory Question Answer Phone Function Application I downloaded an application and it causes a lot of errors. How do I remove it? 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key . 2. Tap System settings > General tab > Apps > DOWNLOADED. 3. Tap the application, then tap Uninstall.
