LG Electronics USA D150G Cellular/PCS GSM/EDGE/WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual LG D150g ENG UG 140321 indd

LG Electronics MobileComm USA, Inc. Cellular/PCS GSM/EDGE/WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth LG D150g ENG UG 140321 indd

Users Manual

11ENGLISHMFL00000000 (1.0)User GuideLG-D150gwww.lg.com
Body-worn Operation  This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.39 inches (1cm) from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.39 inches (1cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone. Belt-clips, holsters and similar accessories containing metallic components may not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.39 inch (1cm) separation distance between the user’s body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.   FCC Part 15.19 statement   This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.   FCC Part 15.21 statement  Changes or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.   FCC Part 15.105 statement  This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:   - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.   - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  connected.   - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
User GuideENGLISH• Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone.• Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice.• This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard.• Copyright ©2014 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.• Google™, Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, Hangouts™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.
19Phone overviewProximity SensorEarpieceHome Key Return to the Home screen from any screen.Volume KeysBack Key Return to the previous screen.Menu Key Display the available options.Power/Lock KeyTurn your phone on/off, restart, lock/unlock the screen, turn airplane mode on or off, and change the ringer type.NOTE: Proximity sensorWhen 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. WARNINGPlacing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions. Do not cover the LCD proximity sensor with protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction.Getting to know your phone
20Power/Lock KeyVolume Keys• On the Home screen: Control ringer volume.• During a call: Control your earpiece volume.• When playing audio/video: Control volume continuously.Charger/USB PortMicrophone3.5mm Headset JackNOTE: Please be careful not to block the microphone by your hand when you call.Back covermicroSD Card slotCamera LensBatterySIM card slot
21Installing the SIM card and batteryBefore you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. 1  To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in figure below.2  Slide the SIM card into its slot as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.
223  Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2).4  Align the back cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).
23Charging the phoneThe Charger/USB Port is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the USB cable into the phone and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.NOTE:• The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.• Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.
24Using the memory cardYour phone supports the use of microSDTM or micro SDHCTM memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory card are specifically designed for mobile phones and other ultra-small devices, and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos, and photographs for use with your phone.Make sure to unmount the SD card in the Storage menu before removing it. 1  Remove the back cover. 2  Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.NOTE•  Use only compatible memory cards with your phone. Using incompatible memory cards may damage the card and data stored on the card, as well as the phone.• As the device uses FAT32, the maximum size for any given file is 4GB.
25To format the memory card:Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn't, you must format it before you can use it.NOTE: All files on your memory card are deleted when it is formatted.1  Touch   to open the application list.2  Scroll and touch Settings > General tab > Storage.3  Touch Unmount SD card.4  Touch Erase SD card > Erase SD card > Erase everything.5  If you have set a pattern lock, input the pattern lock then select Erase everything.Locking and unlocking the screenIf you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power.When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock Key  to lock your phone. 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. phone calls, web access and data communications).To wake up your phone, press the Power/Lock Key . The Lock screen will appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock the screen. The last screen you viewed will open.
26Knock CodeYou can unlock the screen when screen is off by taping the correct area and sequence.To activate Knock Code feature1  Press   >   > Apps tab > Settings > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code.2  This opens a screen that will guide you through how to select the unlock sequence. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock sequence.TIP: Double-tap to turn the screen on when Knock Code is not in use.KnockOnYou can turn on/off the screen by just double-tap.To activate KnockON feature1  Press   >   > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Gestures.2  Place a checkmark on Screen on/off.Double-tap the center screen quickly to unlock the screen. To lock the screen, double-tap the status bar in any screen (except on the camera viewfinder) or empty area on the Home screen.NOTE: When turning the screen on, make sure you do not cover the proximity sensor. Doing so will turn the screen off immediately after turning it on in order to prevent abnormal turning on in your pocket or bag.
27Switching between and exiting applicationsMulti-tasking is easy with Android because open applications keep running even when you open another application. There is no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch among several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed, to ensure that idle applications don’t consume resources unnecessarily. Switching between applications • Touch and hold the Home Key . A list of recently used applications will be displayed. Then tap the application you want to access. • To remove an application from the list, swipe the app preview to the left or right. To stop/exit an application 1  From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key  and tap System settings > Apps. 2  Tap one of the tabs at the top of the screen, choose the desired application and tap Force stop (or Stop) to stop the application.
28Touch screen tipsHere are some tips on how to navigate on your phone.Touch or tap – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard.Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens.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. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.Swipe or slide – To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don't drag an item instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list or browse through the different Home screens by swiping from left to right (and vice versa).Double-tap – Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map. For example, quickly double-tap a section of a webpage to adjust that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double-tap to zoom in and out when viewing a picture and when using Maps.Pinch-to-Zoom – Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, Maps or when viewing pictures.Rotate the screen – From many applications and menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation.Your Home screen
29NOTE:• To select an item, tap the center of the icon.• Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap.• Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other keys.Home screenSimply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the Home screen panels. You can customize each panel with pre-loaded and downloaded apps, widgets, and wallpapers.Status barShows phone's status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.WidgetWidgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through the Apps screen or on the Home screen or an extended home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an on-screen application.Application IconsTap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it.Location IndicatorIndicates which Home screen canvas you are viewing.Quick Key AreaProvides one-touch access to the function in any home screen canvas.
30The Quick Keys are available at the bottom of the Home screen. Quick Keys provide easy and one-tap access to the functions you use the most.NOTE: To add an icon, drag it to the Quick Keys bar and release it. To remove an icon, drag it out of the Quick Keys bar.Customizing the Home screenYou can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen.To add items on your Home screen:1  Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen. 2  Tap the desired tab. Choose from Apps or Widget.3  Drag the desired app icon to the preferred location and lift your finger.To remove an item from the Home screen:• Touch and hold the icon you want to remove, then drag it to   and release it.TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add and drag it to the desired location.TIP! Using foldersYou can combine several app icons in a folder to help keep you organized. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen and a folder will be created with both icons in it.
31To customize apps icons on the Home screen1  Touch and hold an application icon until it is unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon   will appear in the upper right corner of the application.2  Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size.3  Tap OK to save the change.NotificationsNotifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads.From the Notifications Panel, you can view your phone's current status and pending notifications.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 or bat tery strength, on the right.NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.Pending notifications System notifications
32Quick SettingsUse the Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness and more. To access the Quick Set tings, open the Notifications Panel. The Quick Settings bar is located at the top of the Notifications Panel.To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification PanelSwipe the Quick Settings bar to the right and tap  . Touch and hold   next to the items you want to move and drag it to the desired location. Tap the checkbox next to each item to add them to the Quick Settings bar.NOTE: Touch and hold an icon on the Quick Settings bar to directly access its settings menu.Notification icons on the Status BarNotification icons appear on the Status Bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more.
33The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.Icon Description Icon DescriptionNo signal Battery fully chargedAirplane mode Battery is chargingConnected to a Wi-Fi network Downloading dataWired headset Uploading dataCall in progress Acquiring GPSReceiving location data from GPS Missed callData is syncing Bluetooth is onNew Gmail message System warningNew Hangouts message Alarm is setNew text or multimedia message New voicemailSong is playing Ringer is silencedPhone is connected to PC via USB cable Battery saver is onNOTE: The icon locations in the Status Bar may differ depending on the functions, features, and apps being used.
34On-screen keyboardYou can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text.Using the keypad & entering text  Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps.   Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard.  Tap to access the LG Keyboard settings.  Tap to enter a space.  Tap to create a new line in the message field.  Tap to delete the previous character.Entering special charactersThe LG Keyboard allows you to enter special characters (e.g. “á”) when entering text.For example, to enter “á”, touch and hold the “a” key until the additional characters are displayed. Then select the special character you want to enter.NOTE: A symbol at the top right corner of a key indicates that additional characters are available for that key.
35The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one.Creating your Google account1  From the Home screen, tap   to open the applications screen.2  Tap Settings  > Accounts & sync > Add account > Google > New to start the Gmail set up wizard.3  Tap a text field to open the keyboard and enter your name and username for your Google account. When entering text, you can move to the next text field by tapping Next on the keyboard.4  When you have finished entering your name and username, tap  . Your phone then communicates with Google servers and checks for username availability.5  Enter and re-enter your password. Then follow the instructions and enter the required and optional information about the account. Wait while the server creates your account.Signing in to your Google account1  On the Google Account setup screen, tap Existing, enter your e-mail address and password, then tap  .2  After signing in, you can use Gmail and take advantages of Google 3  Once you have set up your Google account on your phone, it will be automatically synchronized with your Google account on the web (depending on your synchronization settings).After signing in, you can use Gmail, and Play Store; back up your settings to Google servers; and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.Google account setup
36Wi-FiWith 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 networksTo 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.Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it to extend the life of your battery.NOTE: If you are out of the Wi-Fi zone or have set Wi-Fi to off, additional charges may be applied by your mobile service provider for mobile data use.Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings  > Wi-Fi.2  Tap the switch   to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.• Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon.3  Tap a network to connect to it.• If the network is secured, you are prompted to enter a password or other credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details)4  The Status Bar displays icons that indicate your Wi-Fi status.Connecting to Networks and Devices
37BluetoothBluetooth allows you to share data with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and connect to Bluetooth headsets.NOTE: • LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.• Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.• Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device.Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your phone with a Bluetooth deviceYou must pair your phone with another device before you connect to it.1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings  > Bluetooth.2  Tap the switch   to turn Bluetooth on. 3  Tap the check box next to your phone's name to make your phone visible to other Bluetooth devices.4  A list of available devices will be displayed. Choose the device you want to pair with from the list.5  Depending on the type of device, you may have to enter matching codes, confirm matching codes, or the devices will automatically pair.
38Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device.NOTE: Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the other device has a PIN, you will be asked to enter it.Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature1  Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate application or from the Downloads  app.2  Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth.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 feature1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings  > Bluetooth.2  Tap the switch   to turn Bluetooth on. 3  Tap the check box next to your phone's name to make your phone visible to other Bluetooth devices.NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap the Menu Key  > Visibility timeout. 4  Tap Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device.
39PC connections with a USB cableLearn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable using the different USB connection modes.Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP)1  Connect your phone to a PC using the USB cable provided with your phone.2  A USB connection type list will appear on your phone screen. You can also go to System settings > PC connection > Select USB connection method > Media sync (MTP).3  You can now view media contents on your PC and transfer the files.Synchronize with Windows Media PlayerEnsure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC.1  Use the USB cable to connect the phone to a PC on which Windows Media Player has been installed.2  Select the Media sync (MTP) option. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC.3  Open Windows Media Player to synchronize music files.4  Edit or enter your device's name in the pop-up window (if necessary).5  Select and drag the music files you want to the sync list.6  Start synchronization.• The following requirements must be satisfied to synchronize with Windows Media Player.Items RequirementOS Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista or higherWindow Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher• If the Windows Media Player version is lower than 10, install version 10 or higher.
40Making a call1  From the Home screen, tap   to open the dial pad.2  Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap  .3  Tap   to make a call.4  To end a call, tap  .TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold  .Calling your contacts1  From the Home screen, tap   to open your contact list.2  Scroll through the contact list or tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.3  In the list, tap   next to the desired contact to make the call.Answering and rejecting a call• Swipe   in any direction to answer the incoming call.• Swipe   in any direction to decline an incoming call. TIP! Decline with messageYou can send a message quickly using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call with message during a meeting.Calls
41Adjusting the in-call volumeTo adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys on the left-hand side of the phone.Making a second call1  During your first call, tap Menu Key , touch Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialed numbers list by tapping   or search contacts by tapping  and selecting the contact you want to call.2  Tap   to make the call.3  Your initial call is placed on hold.4  Tap   if you want to start a conference call.5  To end active calls, tap  .NOTE: You are charged for each call you make.Viewing your call logsFrom the Home screen, tap   and choose the Call logs tab  . A complete list of all dialed, received and missed calls is displayed.TIP!• Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call.• Tap the Menu Key  , then tap Delete all to delete all the recorded items or tap Delete to delete individual items.
42Call settingsYou can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. 1  From the Home screen, tap  .2  Tap the Menu Key  .3  Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
43Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing.Searching for a contact1  From the Home screen, tap   to open your contact list.2  Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.Adding a new contact1  From the Home screen, tap   and enter the new contact's number.2  Tap > New contact. 3  If you want to add a picture to the new contact, tap  . Choose from Take photo or Select from Gallery.4  Tap   at the top of the screen and select the account you want to save the contact to.5  Tap a category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.6  Tap Save.Favorite contactsYou can classify frequently called contacts as favorites.Adding a contact to your favorites1  From the Home screen, tap   to open your contact list.2  Tap a contact to view its details.3  Tap the star to the right of the contact's name. The star will turn yellow color.Contacts
44Removing a contact from your favorites list1  From the Home screen, tap   to open your contact list.2  Tap the   tab and choose a contact to view its details.3  Tap the yellow color star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites.Creating a group1  From the Home screen, tap   to open your contact list.2  Tap the Groups tab, then tap the Menu Key  > New group.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.NOTE: If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost. They will remain in your contacts.
45Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.NOTE: LG message should be set up to default SMS app. If not, some message functions will be limited.Sending a message1  Tap   on the Home screen and tap   to compose a new message.2  Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear. You can tap a suggested recipient. You can add more than one contact.NOTE: You will be charged for a text message for every person you send the message to.3  Tap the text field and begin composing your message.4  Tap the Menu Key  to access the messaging options.TIP! You can tap the   icon to attach a file you want to share.5  Tap Send to send your message.6  Responses will appear on the screen. As you view and send additional messages, a message thread is created.Messaging
46 WARNING• The 160-character limit may vary from country to country, depending on the language and how the text message is coded.• If an image, video or audio file is added to an text message, it is automatically converted into a multimedia message and you are charged accordingly.View mode Unread messages are located at the top. Other messages exchanged with another party are displayed in threads and in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation.Changing your message settingsYour phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences.• Open the Messaging app and tap the Menu Key  > Settings.
47E-mailYou can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange.Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need.Managing an email accountThe first time you open the Email application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.After the initial set-up, the Email application displays the contents of your inbox. If you have added more than one account, you can switch among accounts. To add another email account:• Open the Email application and tap the Menu Key  > Settings > Add account.To change an email account's settings:• Open the Email application and tap the Menu Key  > Settings. Then tap General settings to configure settings for all accounts or tap an individual account to configure settings only for that particular account.To delete an email account:• Open the Email application and tap the Menu Key  > Settings > Menu Key  > Remove account > tap an account > Remove > Yes.Working with account foldersOpen the Email application and tap the Menu Key  > Folders.Each account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional folders.
48Composing and sending emailTo compose and send a message1  While in the Email application, tap  .2  Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons.3  Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy recipients. Tap   to attach files, if needed.4  Tap the message field and enter your message. 5  Tap   to send the email.If you aren't connected to a network, for example, if you're working in airplane mode, the messages that you send will be stored in your Outbox folder until you connect to a network again. If it contains any pending messages, the Outbox will be displayed on the Accounts screen.TIP! When a new email arrives in your Inbox, you will be notified by a sound or vibration (depending on your sound and vibration settings).
49MultimediaCameraTo open the Camera application, tap Camera  on the Home screen.Getting to know the viewfinder  Settings – Tap to open the Settings menu.  Video mode – Tap to switch to video mode.  Capture – Takes a photo.   Gallery – Tap to view the last photo you captured. This enables you to access your Gallery and view saved photos within camera mode.NOTE: The memory capacity may differ depending on the configured camera settings.
50Using the advanced settingsIn the viewfinder, tap   to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key  .This enables you to take a picture by saying a voice command. Say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG to take a photo.This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image.You can choose the image size.The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera. This is useful in darker conditions when you cannot use the flash.Improves white balance in various lighting conditions.Applies color effects to your pictures.Sets a delay after the Capture button is pressed. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo.Activate this to use your phone's location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged pictures to a blog that supports geo-tagging, you can see the pictures displayed on a map.Selects a shutter sound.Select what action to take when pressing the Volume Keys. Choose from Capture or Zoom.Select the location where you want to save your images.Tap this whenever you want to know how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick help guide.Restore all camera settings back to default.
51TIP!• When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color effect, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo.• The setting menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change photo color or quality elements, you will see a preview of the changed image behind the Settings menu.Taking a quick photo 1  Open the Camera application.2  Holding the phone horizontally, point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph.3  Tap   to capture the photo.Once you've taken a photoTap the image preview at the bottom of the screen to view the last photo you captured. Choose to view the photo with the Gallery.Tap to take another photo immediately.Tap to send your photo to others or share it via social network services.Tap to delete the photo.TIP! If you have an social networking account set up on your phone, you can share your photo with your social networking community.
52NOTE: Additional charges may apply when multimedia messages are downloaded while roaming.Tap the Menu Key  to open the following advanced options.Set image as – Tap to use the photo as a Contact photo, Home screen wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper, or Wallpaper.Move – Tap to move the photo to another album.Copy – Tap to copy the selected photo and save it to another album.Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected photo.Rotate left/right – Tap to rotate the picture to the left or right.Crop – Tap to crop your photo.Edit – Tap to edit the photo.Slideshow – Displays a slideshow using all of your photos.Add location – Add location information to your photo.Details – Displays information about the photo.Viewing your saved photosYou can access your saved photos when in camera mode. Just tap the image preview at the bottom of the screen and your Gallery will be displayed.• To view more photos, scroll left or right.• To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen or place two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).
53Video cameraTo open the video camera, tap Camera  on the Home screen, then tap   to switch to video mode.Getting to know the viewfinder  Settings – Tap to open the settings menu.  Camera  mode – Tap to switch to camera mode.  Record – Starts recording.  Gallery – Tap to view the last video you recorded. This enables you to access your Gallery and view your saved videos from within video mode.NOTE: While recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the Zoom function.
54Using the advanced settingsUsing the viewfinder, tap   to open the advanced options. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key  .Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording.This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video.Improves white balance in various lighting conditions.Choose a color effect to use for your video.Activate this to use your phone's location-based services for geo-tagging purposes.NOTE: This function is available when the GPS function is active or connected network.Select what action to take when pressing the Volume Keys. Choose from Record or Zoom.Select the location where you want to save your videos.Tap this whenever you want to know how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick help guide.Restore all video camera settings back to default.
55Recording a quick video1  Open the Camera application and tap the Video mode button  . 2  The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen.3  Hold your phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video.4  Tap   once to start recording.5  A timer showing the length of the video is displayed. 6  Tap   to stop recording.After recording a videoTap the image preview at the bottom to view the last video you recorded.Tap to record another video immediately.Tap to send your video to others or share it via social network services.Tap to delete the video.Watching your saved videos1  In the viewfinder, tap the image preview at the bottom of the screen.2  Your Gallery will appear on the screen.3  Tap a video to play it automatically.Adjusting the volume when viewing a videoTo adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.
56GalleryYou can store multimedia files in the internal and external memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos.• From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery  .NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device.• Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded.Viewing picturesOpen the Gallery to display your available albums. When another application, such as Email, saves a picture, the download folder is automatically created to contain the picture. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open it.Pictures are displayed by creation date in a folder. Select a picture to view it full screen. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.Zooming in and outUse one of the following methods to zoom in on an image:• Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.• Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return.Playing videosVideo files show the   icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap  .
57NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.• If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.Editing photos/videosWhen viewing an photo/video, tap the Menu Key  and use the advanced editing options.Deleting imagesUse one of the following methods:• In an album, tap   and select photos/videos by tapping them, then tap Delete.• When viewing a photo/video, tap  .Setting a photo as the wallpaperWhen viewing a photo, tap the Menu Key  and select Set image as to set the image as the Home screen or Lock screen wallpaper.VideosYour phone has a video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. Playing a video1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Videos  . 2  Select the video you want to play.
58    Touch to pause/resume video playback.Touch to go 10 seconds forward.Touch to go 10 seconds backward.Touch to manage the video volume.        Touch to change the ratio of the video screen.Tap to capture image during playing a video.    Touch to lock/unlock a video screen.To change the volume while watching a video, press the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.Touch and hold a video in the list. The Share, Delete and Details options will be displayed.NOTE: While watching a video, slide the left side of the screen up and down to adjust the brightness. Slide the right side of the screen up and down to adjust the volume.
59MusicYour phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, from the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Music  .Playing a song1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Music  . 2  Tap the Songs tab.3  Select the song you want to play.Tap to find the song on YouTube.Tap to see the current playlist.Tap to add the song to your Favorites playlist.Tap to set shuffle mode.
60Tap to set repeat mode.Tap to adjust the music volume.Tap to go back to the beginning of the song. Tap twice to return to the previous song. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments.    Tap to pause/resume playback.Tap to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments.Tap to go to the library.To change the volume while listening to music, press the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.Touch and hold any song in the list to access Play, Add to playlist, Share, Set as ringtone, Delete, Details, and Search.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.• 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. Before downloading or copying the file, check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.
61FM RadioYour LG-D150g has a built-in FM Radio so you can tune in to your favorite stations and listen on the go.NOTE: You need to use your headphones to listen to the radio. Insert it into the headphone jack.Searching for stationsYou can tune in to radio stations by searching for them manually or automatically. They are then saved to specific channel numbers.Tuning in automatically1  On the Home screen, touch   > Apps tab > FM Radio.2  Touch  , then select Scan.3  During auto scanning, touch Cancel if you want to stop scanning. Only scanned channels are saved before you stop scanning.NOTE: You can also manually tune in to a station using the on-screen wheel.NOTE: To improve radio reception, extend the headset cord as this also functions as the radio antenna.If you connect a headset not specifically made for radio reception, radio reception may be poor.
62UtilitiesAlarm/ClockSetting your alarm1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Alarm/Clock  >  .2  Set the desired alarm time.3  Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. 4  Tap Save to save the alarm.NOTE: To change alarm settings, tap the Menu Key  on the Alarms screen and select Settings.Setting the World ClockThe World clock tab allows you to set up a list of cities to easily check current times in other time zones with a quick glance.1  Open the Alarm/Clock application, then select the World clock tab  .2  Tap the New City icon   (at the bottom of the screen), search through the available cities, then tap the one you want.Using your calculator1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calculator  .2  Tap the number keys to enter numbers.3  For simple calculations, tap the function you want to perform ( ,  ,   or  ) followed by  .
63NOTE: For more complex calculations, tap the Menu Key , select Scientific calculator, then choose the desired functions.NOTE: To check your previous calculation history, tap the Menu Key  , select Calculation history.Adding an event to your calendar1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar  .2  Tap   and choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda to change the month view.3  Tap the date for which you wish to add an event and touch  .4  Tap the Event name field and enter the event name.5  Tap the Location field and enter the location. Check the date and enter the time you wish your event to start and finish.6  If you wish to add a note to your event, tap the Description field and enter the details.7  If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT and set REMINDERS, if necessary.8  Tap Save to save the event in the calendar.Voice RecorderUse the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.Recording a sound or voice1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Voice Recorder  .2  Tap   to begin recording.3  Tap   to end the recording.4  Tap   to listen to the recording.
64NOTE: Tap   to access the list of recordings. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time.Sending the voice recording1  Once you have finished recording, you can send the audio clip by touching  .2  Choose from any of the available methods for sharing.Recording Mode IconTap here to change the recording mode.Record ButtonTap here to start recording a voice memo.List ButtonTap here to view a list of your recordings.ThinkFree ViewerThinkFree Viewer is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, anywhere or anytime, using their mobile devices.• From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab > ThinkFree Viewer.
65Viewing filesMobile users can now easily view a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office documents and Adobe PDF, right on their mobile devices. When viewing documents using ThinkFree Viewer, the objects and layout remain the same as in the original documents.Google+Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.• From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google+  .NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.HangoutsThe Hangouts application lets you have real-time text conversations with your friends.To Open the Hangouts application• From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key  > Hangouts  .To sign out of Hangouts• From your chatting list, tap the Menu Key  > Settings > Select your Google account > Sign out.Chatting with Friends1  From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key  > Hangouts  .2  Tap to view your contacts list. It includes all of the Google Accounts you’ve added.3  Tap a friends you want to chat with and then enter your message.4  Tap Send  .
66Guest ModeTo protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed.In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options.NOTE: To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance.1  Tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Guest mode.2  Tap the Guest Mode switch to enable this mode.Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages using voice.1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Voice Search  .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.DownloadsUse this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications.• From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Downloads  .QuickMemoThe QuickMemo feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. You can use QuickMemo to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen.
671  Access the QuickMemo feature by pressing both Volume Keys for one second on the screen you want to capture.OR OR   Drag the Status Bar down and tap   on the Quick Settings Bar.2  Create a memo using the toolbar options.3  Tap   in the Edit menu to save the memo to the QuickMemo album in your Gallery.NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail.
68Using the QuickMemo optionsThe following options are available when using QuickMemo.Allows you to choose a background.Undo or redo previous actions.Selects the pen type, pen color, and cropping tool.Erases the memo that you created.Tap to send your memo to others or share it via social network services.Saves the memo in the Gallery.Viewing the saved QuickMemo Open the Gallery and select the QuickMemo album.LG SmartWorldLG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content - games, applications, wallpaper and ringtones - giving LG phone users the chance to enjoy richer "Mobile Life" experiences.How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone1  Press   >   > Apps tab > tap the   icon to access LG SmartWorld.2  Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership.3  Download the content you want.
69NOTE: 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).•  Try the easy "Menu" buttons to find what you’re looking for fast.  Settings – Set Profile and Display.  Sign  in – Set your ID and Password.•  Try other useful functions as well. (Content Detail screen)NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all countries.
70InternetUse this application to browse the Internet. The Internet gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy.NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider.From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Internet  .Using the web toolbarTouch and hold the web toolbar and slide it upwards with your finger to open it.Tap to go back one page.Tap to go forward one page, to the page you connected to after the current one. This is the opposite of what happens when you tap the Back Key , which takes you to the previous page.Tap to go to the Home page.Tap to add a new window.Tap to access bookmarks.Viewing webpagesTap the address field, enter the web address and tap   on the keyboard.The Web
71Opening a pageTo open a new page, tap   >  .To go to an open page, tap  , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap  , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.BookmarksTo bookmark the current webpage, tap the Menu Key  > Add to bookmarks > OK.To open a bookmarked webpage, tap   and select one.HistoryTo open a web page from the list of recently visited web pages, tap   > History tab. To clear the history, tap the Menu Key  > Clear all history.ChromeUse Chrome to search for information and browse webpages.From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Chrome  .Viewing webpagesTap the address field, enter a web address or search criteria, and tap   on the keyboard.
72Opening a pageTo open a new page, tab   > + New tab.To go to an open page, tap  , scroll up or down and tap the page to select it.Searching the web by voiceTap the address field, tap  , speak 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.Syncing with other devicesSync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome from other devices when you are logged in with the same Google account.To view open tabs on other devices, tap the Menu Key  > Other devices. Select a webpage to open.Adding and viewing bookmarksTo add bookmarks, tap the Menu Key  >  . To open a bookmarked webpage, tap the Menu Key > Bookmarks and select the desired page.
73Access the Settings menu1  From the Home screen, tap   > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings  . OR  From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key  > System settings.2  Select a setting category and configure the desired settings.WIRELESS & NETWORKS< Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks.TIP! How to obtain the MAC addressTo 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.You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: Access the Wi-Fi settings and tap the Menu Key  > Advanced Wi-Fi > MAC address.< Bluetooth >Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off.< Mobile data >Displays the data usage and allows you to set a mobile data usage limit.Settings
74< Call >Voicemail – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service.OUTGOING CALL   Fixed dialing numbers – Turn on and compile a list of numbers that can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN2, which is available from your operator. Only numbers within the fixed dial list can be called from your phone.INCOMING CALL   Incoming voice call pop-up – If you select this function, the incoming voice call pop-up will be displayed when an app is in use.  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.  Home button answers call – Allows you to press the Home button to answer an incoming call.  Call forwarding – Choose whether to divert all calls when the line is busy, when there is no answer or when you have no signal.  Auto answer – Allows you to enable or disable Auto answer with handsfree.ONGOING CALL  Connection vibration – Vibrates your phone when the other party answers the call.END CALL   Save unknown numbers – Add unknown numbers to your contact list after a call.   Power button ends call – Checkmark to allow you to end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock Key.
75OTHERS  Call barring – Lock incoming, outgoing or international calls.  Call duration – View the duration of calls including Last call, Outgoing calls, Incoming calls and All calls.   Additional call settings – Allows you to change the following settings:    Caller ID: Choose whether to display your number in an outgoing call.    Call waiting: If call waiting is activated, the handset will notify you of an incoming call while you are on a call (depending on your network provider).< Tethering & networks >TETHERING  Portable Wi-Fi hotspot – Allows you to share mobile network via Wi-Fi and you can configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings.  Bluetooth tethering – Allows you to set your phone whether you are sharing the Internet connection or not.   Help  – Tap to view help information on the Wi-Fi hotspot and Bluetooth tethering functions.NETWORK  Airplane mode – After switching to Airplane mode, all wireless connections are disabled.  Mobile networks – Set options for data roaming, network mode & operators, access point names (APNs) etc.   Default SMS app – Allows you to choose the default messaging app.  VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPNs.
76DEVICE< Sound >SOUND PROFILE  Sound profile – Set the sound profile to Sound, Vibrate only, or Silent.  Volumes – Manage the volume for Ringtone, Notifications, Touch feedback & system, and Music, video, games & other media.  Quiet mode – Allows you to set a schedule to configure the sound profile to silent. This mutes all sounds except alarms and media and allows repeat calls or calls from certain contacts to ring.RINGTONES & VIBRATIONS  Phone ringtone – Allows you to set your incoming call ringtone.   Incoming call vibration – Allows you to set your incoming call vibration.   Ringtone with vibration – Vibration feedback for calls.SYSTEM  Voice notifications – Read out incoming call and message event automatically.  Notification sound – Allows you to set your notification sound.    Touch feedback & system – Set the touch feedback & system for Dial pad touch tones, Touch sounds, Screen lock sound and Vibrate on touch.< Display >SCREEN  Brightness – Adjust the screen brightness. Checkmark Night brightness to set brightness at 0% automatically between 12:00 AM ~ 06:00 AM.  Screen timeout – Set the amount of time before the screen times out.  Screen-off effect – Set the screen off effect used when the screen turns off.
77  Auto-rotate screen – Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the phone.  Daydream – Select the screensaver to display when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging.FONT  Font type – Change the type display font.  Font size – Change the size of the display font.< Home screen >Select Home   Home – Sets your Home screen style. Select EasyHome to simulate a feature phone experience.SCREEN  Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device.  Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Select it from Gallery, Live Wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpaper gallery.   Screen swipe effect – Sets the effect when you swipe to change screens. Choose from Basic, Breeze, Accordion, Panorama, Carousel, Layer, and Domino.   Allow Home screen looping – Checkmark to set the screens to scroll continuously, eliminating the need to scroll back in the opposite direction when you reach either end.   Portrait view only – Checkmark to set the Home screen is always displayed in portrait view.DATA   Home backup & restore – Backup and restore the app, widget, and theme configurations.TIPS  Help – Displays some useful tips for the Home screen.
78< Lock screen >SCREEN SECURITY   Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Set None, Swipe, Knock Code, Face Unlock, Pattern, PIN or Password.  Wallpaper – Select the wallpaper for your lock screen from Gallery or Wallpaper gallery.  Shortcuts – Customize the shortcuts on the lock screen.   Lost phone contact – Show owner info on the lock screen in case your phone is lost.LOCK TIME  Lock timer – Set the lock time after the screen times out.   Power button instantly locks – Set the screen lock when the Power/Lock Key is pressed.< Gestures >KNOCKON  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 ME   Silence incoming calls – Flip the device to silence incoming calls.OTHERS   Snooze or turn off alarm – Flip the device to snooze or stop the alarm.  Pause video – Flip the device to pause the video.   Help – Touch to get information on using the Gesture functions of your device.
79SENSOR   Motion sensor calibration – Improve the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the sensor. < Storage >INTERNAL STORAGE – View the internal storage usage.SD CARD – Check total available SD card space. Tap Unmount SD card for safe removal. If no SD card is mounted, tap Mount SD card. Tap Erase SD card if you want to delete all data from the SD card.< Battery >BATTERY INFORMATIONThe Battery charge information is displayed on a battery graphic along with the percentage of the remaining charge and its status. Tap the Battery charge icon to display the Battery use screen to see battery usage level and battery use details. It displays which components and applications are using the most battery power. Tap one of the entries to see more detailed information.   Battery percentage on status bar – Checkmark to display the battery level percentage on the Status Bar next to the battery icon.Battery saverTap the switch   to toggle between On and Off.    TURN BATTERY SAVER ON   Turn Battery saver on – Choose to turn battery saver on when the battery charge gets to a certain battery level. Choose from Immediately, 10% battery, 20% battery, 30% battery or 50% battery.BATTERY SAVING ITEMS  Auto-sync – Turns off Auto-sync.  Wi-Fi – Turns off Wi-Fi if data is not in use.
80  Bluetooth – Turns off Bluetooth if it's not connected to a device.   Vibrate on touch – Turns off touch feedback.  Brightness – Adjusts the brightness.  Screen timeout – Adjusts the screen timeout. < Apps >Use the Apps menu to view details about the applications installed on your phone, manage their data, and force them to stop.Swipe left and right to select one of the three tabs across the top of the screen to view detailed information for DOWNLOADED, RUNNING, and ALL applications.Tap an entry to view more information, tap Stop (or Force stop), then OK to stop it from running.PERSONAL< Accounts & sync >Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deselecting the Auto-sync data setting can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage.< Guest mode >Use Guest mode when you let someone else use your phone. They will only be able to use the applications that you’ve selected. Once you set it up, you can easily put your phone in Guest mode by drawing the guest pattern on the Lock screen that you set, which is different from your normal unlock pattern. Tap Help for more information.NOTE: To use Guest mode, set the Lock screen to pattern lock. Guest can also use apps not pre-selected but linked to preselected apps.
81< Location >MODE  High accuracy – Use GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate location.  Battery saving – Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate location.   Device sensors only – Use GPS to pinpoint your location.RECENT LOCATION REQUESTSDisplays apps that have recently requested location information.LOCATION SERVICESAllows you to view your Google location settings.< Security >ENCRYPTION  Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt the phone to keep it secure. After encryption, a PIN or password needs to be entered each time you power the phone on.   Encrypt SD card storage – Allows you to encrypt the SD card data to keep it secure. After encryption, you will not be able to use it in other devices. Any data that is created or updated after disabling encryption will not be encrypted but the data that has been previously encrypted will remain encrypted.PASSWORDS   Password typing visible – Show the last character of the hidden password as you type.PHONE ADMINISTRATION  Phone administrators – View or deactivate phone administrators.  Unknown sources – Default setting to install non-Play Store applications.  Verify apps – Disallow or warn before installation of apps that may cause harm.
82CREDENTIAL STORAGE  Storage type – Displays the storage type.  Trusted credentials – Display trusted CA certificates.   Install from storage – Choose to install encrypted certificates.  Clear credentials – Remove all certificates.< Language & input >Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary.< Backup & reset >BACKUP & RESTORE   Backup my data – Backup your app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.  Backup account – Allows you to set the account to which you want to backup data to.  Automatic restore – When reinstalling an app, restore backed up settings and data.PERSONAL DATA   Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. SYSTEM< Date & time >Use 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.
83< Accessibility >Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone.< PC connection >USB CONNECTION   Select USB connection method – Set the default mode used when connecting the phone to a PC via a USB cable. Choose from Charge phone, Media sync (MTP),Tethering, LG Software and Send image (PTP).   Ask upon connecting – Checkmark to confirm the USB connection type when you connect to a PC.  Help – Displays connection settings information.LG SOFTWARE  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.  Help – Help for LG software.< Printing >Cloud Print – Allows you to print the content of certain screens (such as web pages displayed in Chrome) to a printer connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android device.< About phone >This menu allows you to manage your software updates and view various information relating to your device.Phone name – Allows you to change your phone name. This will be your phone name for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, etc.Update Center – Check updates for apps and software provided by LG Electronics.
84Network – Allow you to view your network, network type and strength, service state, roaming status, mobile network state, and IP address.Status – Allow you to view your phone number, MIN, PRL version, ESN, MEID HEX, MEID DEC.Battery – Allows you to view the battery status, battery level, and battery use information.Hardware information – Allows you to view the model number, up time, warranty date code, Wi-Fi MAC address and Bluetooth address.Software information – Allows you to view the Android version, baseband version, kernel version, build number, and software version.Legal information – Allow you to view LG apps rights agreement, open source licenses and Google legal information.
85"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.• Update the softwares in your device.• Backup and restore the device data.• Play multimedia contents of your PC from your device.• Backup and create and edit the memos in your device.NOTE: You can use the Help menu from the application to find out how to use your "LG PC Suite" PC software.Installing "LG PC Suite" PC Software"LG PC Suite" PC software can be downloaded from the webpage of LG.1  Go to www.lg.com and select a country of your choice.2  Go to Support > MOBILE SUPPORT > LG Mobile Phones > Select the Model orGo to Support > Mobile > Select the Model.3  Click PC SYNC from MANUALS & DOWNLOAD and click DOWNLOAD to download "LG PC Suite" PC software.PC software (LG PC Suite)
86System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software• OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32bit, Windows Vista, Windows7, Windows8• CPU: 1GHz or higher processors• Memory: 512MB or higher RAMs• Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution, 32bit color or higher• HDD: 500 MB or more free hard disk space (More free hard disk space may be needed depending on the volume of data stored.)• Required software: LG integrated drivers, Windows Media Player 10 or laterNOTE: LG Integrated USB DriverLG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device and PC and is installed automatically when you install "LG PC Suite" PC software application.Synchronizing your Device to a PCData from your device and PC can be synchronized easily with "LG PC Suite" PC software for your convenience. Contacts, schedules and bookmarks can be synchronized.The procedure is as follows:1  Connect your device to PC. (Use a USB cable or Wi-Fi connection.)2  The Select USB connection method will appear, then select LG software.3  After connection, run the program and select the device section from the category on the left side of the screen.4  Click Personal information to select.5  Select the checkbox of contents to synchronize and click the Sync button.NOTE: To synchronize your phone with your PC, you need to install LG PC Suite onto your PC. Please refer to previous pages to install LG PC Suite.
87Moving contacts from your Old Device to your New Device1  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.6  Select the contacts file to import in Windows Explorer and click the Open.7  Click OK.8  A Field mapping popup to link the contacts in your device and new contacts data will appear.9  If there is a conflict between the data in your PC contacts and device contacts, make the necessary selections or modifications in LG PC Suite.10   Click OK.
88Phone software updateLG Mobile phone software update from the InternetFor 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.Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding. Please note that removing the USB data cable during the upgrade may seriously damage your mobile phone.NOTE: LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the availability of the newer version of the firmware for all handset models.LG Mobile Phone software update via Over-the-Air (OTA)This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone's software to a newer version via OTA, without connecting using a USB data cable. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.You should first check the software version on your mobile phone: Settings > About phone > Common tab > Update Center > Software Update > Check now for update.Phone software update
89NOTE: 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.NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.
90About 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. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com.• Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. LG cannot be held liable for any performance issues resulting from the use of applications developed by providers other than LG.• LG cannot be held liable for performance or incompatibility issues resulting from registry settings being edited or operating system software being modified. Any attempt to customize your operating system may cause the device or its applications to not work as they should.• Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes is, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully and entirely responsible for the illegal use of media.• Additional charges may be applied for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan that is suitable for your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.About this user guide
91Trademarks• LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics.• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.Notice: Open Source SoftwareTo obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http://opensource.lge.com/ All referred licence terms, disclaimers and notices are available for download with the source code.

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