LG Electronics USA D280F Cellular/PCS GSM/EDGE and Cellular WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual 1

LG Electronics MobileComm USA, Inc. Cellular/PCS GSM/EDGE and Cellular WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth Users Manual 1

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ENGLISHUser GuideLG-D280fMFL00000000 (1.0) www.lg.com
User Guide• Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone.• Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice.• This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the tap 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 Play Store™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.ENGLISH
2Table of contentsGuidelines for safe and efficient use .................5Important notice ...............................................12Getting to know your phone .............................17Phone overview ...............................................17Charging your phone .......................................21Using the memory card ...................................22Locking and unlocking the screen ...................23Your Home screen .............................................24Touch screen tips ............................................24Home screen ...................................................24Extended home screen ..................................25Customizing the Home screen .......................25Returning to recently-used applications...........26Notifications panel...........................................26Opening the notifications panel ......................27Indicator icons on the Status Bar....................28On-screen keyboard ........................................29Entering accented letters ...............................29Google account setup .......................................30Connecting to Networks and Devices ..............31Wi-Fi ...............................................................31Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ........................31Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network ........................................................31Bluetooth ........................................................32Sharing your phone's data connection .............33Wi-Fi Direct .....................................................34PC connections with a USB cable ....................34Calls ..................................................................36Making a call ..................................................36Calling your contacts .......................................36Answering and rejecting a call.........................36Adjusting the in-call volume ............................36Making a second call ......................................37Viewing your call logs ......................................37Call settings ....................................................37Contacts ............................................................38Searching for a contact ...................................38Adding a new contact ......................................38Favourites contacts .........................................38Creating a group .............................................39Messaging .........................................................40Sending a message .........................................40Threaded box .................................................41Changing your message settings .....................41E-mail ................................................................42Managing an email account ............................42Working with account folders ..........................42Composing and sending email .........................42Camera ..............................................................43Getting to know the viewfinder ........................43Using the advanced settings ............................44Taking a quick photo ......................................45Once you've taken a photo ..............................45From your Gallery ............................................46Video camera ....................................................47Getting to know the viewfinder ........................47Using the advanced settings ............................48Recording a quick video ..................................48After recording a video ....................................49From your Gallery ............................................49
3Function ............................................................50Guest Mode ...................................................50Knock Code .....................................................50KnockON .........................................................50Plug & Pop ......................................................51QuickMemo .....................................................51Using the QuickMemo options .......................52Viewing the saved QuickMemo .....................53QSlide .............................................................53Multimedia ........................................................54Gallery ............................................................54Viewing pictures ...........................................54Playing videos...............................................54Editing photos ...............................................54Deleting photos/videos ..................................54Setting as wallpaper ......................................55Videos .............................................................55Playing a video .............................................55Music ..............................................................56Playing a song ..............................................56Add music files to your phone ........................58Transfer music using Media sync (MTP)..........58FM radio .........................................................59Utilities ..............................................................60Setting your alarm ...........................................60Using your calculator .......................................60Adding an event to your calendar ....................60Voice Recorder ................................................61Recording a sound or voice ...........................61Task Manager .................................................61Tasks ..............................................................61ThinkFree Viewer .............................................62Google+ ..........................................................62Voice Search ...................................................62Downloads ......................................................62LG SmartWorld ................................................63How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone ..........................................................63How to use LG SmartWorld ............................63The Web ............................................................64Internet ...........................................................64Using the Web toolbar ...................................64Viewing webpages ........................................64Opening a page ............................................64Searching the web by voice ...........................64Bookmarks ...................................................65History .........................................................65Chrome ...........................................................65Viewing webpages ........................................65Opening a page ............................................65Syncing with other devices ............................65Settings .............................................................66Networks ........................................................66Sound .............................................................68Display ............................................................69General ...........................................................70PC software (LG PC Suite) ................................73Phone software update ....................................75Phone software update....................................75About this user guide .......................................76About this user guide ......................................76Trademarks .....................................................76Accessories .......................................................77
4Troubleshooting ................................................78FAQ ....................................................................81Table of contents
5Please 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. These logs are encrypted and can only be accessed by an authorized LG Repair centre should you need to return your device for repair. Guidelines for safe and efficient use
6Product care and maintenance WARNINGOnly use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the phone and may be dangerous.• Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required.• Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.• Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios and personal computers.• The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers.• Do not drop.• Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.• Switch off the phone in any area where you are required to by special regulations. For example, do not use your phone in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment.• Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an 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.• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.• Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the phone.• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.• Use accessories like earphones cautiously. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.• Do not use, touch or attempt to remove or fix broken, chipped or cracked glass. Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty.• Your phone is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your phone during or immediately after operation.Guidelines for safe and efficient use
7• If your phone gets wet, immediately unplug it to dry off completely. Do not attempt to accelerate the drying process with an external heating source, such as an oven, microwave or hair dryer. • The liquid in your wet phone, changes the color of the product label inside your phone. Damage to your device as a result of exposure to liquid is not covered under your warranty.Efficient phone operationElectronics devicesAll mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance.• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket.• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.• Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc.• Use your phone in temperatures between 0ºC and 40ºC, if possible. Exposing your phone to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage, malfunction, or even explosion.Road safetyCheck the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.• Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.• Give full attention to driving.• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.• When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance.• If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is of particular importance when near roads.
8Avoid damage to your hearingTo prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.• When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you, or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to.NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing lossGlass PartsSome parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your mobile device until the glass is replaced by an authorised service provider.Blasting areaDo not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions and follow any regulations or rules.Potentially explosive atmospheres• Do not use your phone at a refueling point.• Do not use near fuel or chemicals.• Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone or accessories.Guidelines for safe and efficient use
9In aircraftWireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.• Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.• Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.ChildrenKeep 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 callsEmergency 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.Battery information and care• You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance.• Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the battery life.• Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.• Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.• Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability.• Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, as this may deteriorate battery performance.• There is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.• Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.• If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.
10• Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.• Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. This could cause a fire.DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYHereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-D280f product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/declarationContact office for compliance of this product : LG Electronics Inc. EU Representative, Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM Amstelveen, The NetherlandsGuidelines for safe and efficient use
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12Important noticePlease check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative.1. Phone memory When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.To uninstall applications:1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Apps.2 Once all applications appear, scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall.3 Tap Uninstall.2. Optimizing battery lifeExtend your battery's power by turning off features that you don't have to run constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.Extending your phone's battery life:• Turn off radio communications when you are not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or GPS, turn them off.• Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.• Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.• Some applications you have downloaded may reduce battery power.• While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level.To check the battery power level:• Press > > 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.Please read this before you start using your phone!
13To monitor and control how battery power is being used:• Press > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > About phone > Common > Battery > Battery use.Battery usage time is displayed on the screen. It tells you how long it has been since you last connected your phone to a power source or, if currently connected, how long the phone was last running on battery power. The screen shows the applications or services using battery power, listed in order from the greatest to smallest amount used.3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNINGIf you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your phone will no longer be covered by the warranty. WARNINGTo protect your phone and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store™. If there are improperly installed applications on your phone, the phone may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the phone.4. Using an unlock patternSet an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Press > > 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.
14Important notice WARNINGPrecautions to take when using pattern lock.It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set. You will not be able to access your phone if you use an incorrect pattern 5 times. You have 5 opportunities to enter your unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.When you can’t recall your unlock Pattern, PIN or Password:< If you have forgotten your pattern >If you logged in to your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern? button at the bottom of the screen. You are then required to log in with your Google Account or you have to enter the Backup PIN which you entered when creating your Pattern Lock.If you have not created a Google account on the phone or you forgot Backup PIN, you have to perform a hard reset.< If you have forgotten your PIN or Password > If you forget your PIN or Password, you will need to perform a hard reset.Caution: If you perform a hard reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted.NOTE: If you have not logged into your Google Account and have forgotten your Unlock Pattern, you will need to enter your Backup PIN.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 phone.3 Release the Power/Lock Key only when the LG logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key again.4 Release all keys when the Factory data reset screen is displayed.5 Press the Volume Key to scroll to the desired option, then press the Power/Lock Key to confirm.
15 WARNINGIf you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset.6. Opening and switching applicationsMulti-tasking is easy with Android, you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another one. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.1 Press 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 running in the background on the phone. Make sure to tap Back Key to exit 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. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP)1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Storage to check out the storage media. 2 Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.3 Select USB connection method will appear on your phone screen, select the Media sync (MTP) option.4 Open the memory folder on your PC. You can view the mass storage content on your PC and transfer the files from PC to Device memory folder or vice versa.8. Hold your phone uprightHold your cell phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. Your phone has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this may affect performance.When making/receiving calls or sending/receiving data, avoid holding the lower part of the phone where the antenna is located. Doing so may affect call quality.
169. When the screen freezesIf 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.Important notice
17Phone overviewProximity SensorVolume keysEarpieceMenu KeyDisplay the available options.Home KeyReturn to the Home screen from any screen.Back Key• Return to the previous screen.• Exit an app after using it.Power/Lock Key• Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key.• Short press to lock/unlock the screen.Front-Facing Camera lensNOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls.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
18Getting to know your phoneCharger/USB PortMicrophoneEarphone JackPower/Lock KeyVolume keys• In the Home screen: Control ringer volume.• During a call: Control your earpiece volume.• When playing a song: Control volume continuously.Camera lensmicroSD Card slotSIM card slotSpeakerBatteryFlashNFC touch pointBattery cover
19Installing the SIM card and batteryBefore you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery.1 To remove the battery cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your index finger as shown in figure.
20Getting to know your phone2 Slide the SIM card into its slots as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.3 Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2).
214 Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).Charging your phoneCharge 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. WARNINGUse only LG-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. When using unapproved chargers or cables, it may cause battery charging delay or pop-up message regarding slow charging. Or, unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.The charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into an electrical outlet.
22Getting to know your phoneNOTE: • The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.• Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.Using the memory cardYour phone supports the use of microSDTM or microSDHCTM memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones 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.To insert a memory card:Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.To safely remove the memory card: Touch > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Storage > Unmount SD card.
23NOTE: • Use only compatible memory cards with your phone. Using incompatible memory cards may damage the card and data stored on the card, as well as the phone. • As the device uses FAT32, the maximum size for any given file is 4 GB. WARNINGDo not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is ON. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may become corrupt.To format the memory card: Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn't, you must format it before you can use it.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.NOTE: If there is content on your memory card, the folder structure may be different after formatting, as all the files will have been deleted.Locking and unlocking the 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 the 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 your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.
24Your Home screenTouch screen tipsHere 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.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 tap 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 while viewing the picture.Pinch-to-Zoom – Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser or Maps, or when browsing pictures.Rotate the screen – From many applications and menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation.NOTE:• To select an item, tap the center of the icon.• Do not press too hard; the tap 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 screenThe 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 .
25Status 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. Extended home screenThe operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. XSlide your finger left or right across the Home screen. Customizing the Home screenYou can customize your Home screen by adding apps, widgets or changing wallpapers. To add items on your Home screen1 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.
26TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps menu, touch and hold the application you want to add.To remove an item from the Home screen XHome screen > touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it to .To add an app as a Quick key XFrom the Apps menu or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon and drag it to the Quick key area. To remove an app from the Quick key area XTouch and hold the desired quick key and drag it to .NOTE: Apps key cannot be removed.To customize apps icons on the Home screen 1 Touch and hold an application icon until it is unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application.2 Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size. 3 Tap OK to save the change.Returning to recently-used applications1 Press and hold . The screen displays a pop-up containing the icons of applications you used recently.2 Tap an icon to open the application. Or tap to return to your previous screen.Notifications panelNotifications 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. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons such as Wi-Fi or battery strength shown on the right.NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.Your Home screen
27Pending notificationsBluetooth, Wi-Fi & battery statusOpening the notifications panelSwipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Quick Toggle AreaTap 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 AppsTap 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. NotificationsThe current notifications are listed, each with a brief description. Tap a notification to view it. To close the notifications panel, touch and drag the tab toward the top of the screen.
28Indicator icons on the Status BarIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.Icon Description Icon DescriptionNo SIM card inserted Ringer is silencedNo network signal available Vibrate mode is onAirplane mode is on Battery fully chargedConnected to a Wi-Fi network Battery is chargingWired headset connected Phone is connected to PC via USB cableCall in progress Downloading dataMissed call Uploading dataBluetooth is on GPS is onSystem warning Data is synchronizingAn alarm is set New Gmail message availableNew voicemail available New Hangouts message availableYour Home screen
29New text or multimedia message Choose input methodA song is currently playing Mobile hotspot is activeNOTE: The icons location in the status bar may differ according to the function or service.On-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 switch to handwriting mode. Tap to enter a space. Tap to create a new line. Tap to delete the previous character.Entering accented lettersWhen you select French or Spanish as the text entry language, you can enter special French or Spanish characters (e.g. "á").For example, to input "á", touch and hold the "a" key until the zoom-in key grows bigger and displays characters from different languages. Then select the special character you want.
30Google account setupWhen 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 • Press > > 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 .Once you have set up your Google account on your phone, your phone automatically synchronizes with your Google account on the Web.Your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events and other information from these applications and services on the Web are synchronized with your phone. (This will depend on your synchronization settings.)After signing in, you can use Gmail™ and take advantage of Google services on your phone.
31Connecting to Networks and DevicesWi-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 operator for mobile data use. Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Wi-Fi.2 Set Wi-Fi to ON to turn it on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.3 Tap the Wi-Fi menu again to see a list of active and in-range Wi-Fi networks.• Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon.4 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)5 The status bar displays icons that indicate Wi-Fi status.
32BluetoothYou 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.• 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 device with another device before you connect to it.1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > set Bluetooth to ON.2 Tap the Bluetooth menu again. You will see the option to make your phone visible and option to search devices. Now tap Search for devices to view the devices in the Bluetooth Range.3 Choose the device you want to pair with from the list.Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device. NOTE: Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the other device has a PIN, you will be asked to enter it.Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature1 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.Connecting to Networks and Devices
33Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > set Bluetooth to ON. 2 Tap the Bluetooth menu again and mark the checkbox at the top of the screen to make your phone visible to other devices.NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap > Visibility timeout.3 Select Accept to confirm that you are willing to receive data from the device.Sharing your phone's data connectionUSB tethering and portable Wi-Fi hotspot are great features when there are no wireless connections available. You can share your phone's mobile data connection with a single computer via a USB cable (USB tethering). You can also share your phone's data connection with more than one device at a time by turning your phone into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.When your phone is sharing its data connection, an icon appears in the status bar and as an ongoing notification in the notifications drawer.For the latest information about tethering and portable hotspots, including supported operating systems and other details, visit http://www.android.com/tether.To share your phone's data connection as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot1 Press > > 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. But, if you are running an earlier version of Windows or another operating system, you may need to prepare your computer to establish a network connection via USB. For the most current information about which operating systems support USB tethering and how to configure them, visit http://www.android.com/tether.
34To rename or secure your portable hotspotYou can change the name of your phone's Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network.1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Tethering & networks > Wi-Fi hotspot.2 Tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.• The Set up Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box will open.• You can change the Network SSID (name) that other devices see when scanning for Wi-Fi networks.• You can also tap the Security menu to configure the network with Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security using a pre-shared key (PSK).• If you touch the WPA2 PSK security option, a password field is added to the Set up Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box. If you enter a password, you will need to enter that password when you connect to the phone's hotspot with a computer or other device. You can set Open in the Security menu to remove security from your Wi-Fi network.3 Tap Save.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 DirectWi-Fi Direct supports a direct connection between Wi-Fi enabled devices without an access point. Due to the high battery usage of Wi-Fi direct, it is recommended that you plug your phone into a power outlet while using the Wi-Fi Direct feature. Check your Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Directed network in advance and make sure the users are connected to the same network.PC connections with a USB cableLearn 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 mode1 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).Connecting to Networks and Devices
353 You can now view the mass storage content 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
36CallsMaking a call1 Tap to open the keypad.2 Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the .3 Tap to make a call.4 To end a call, tap the End icon .TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold .Calling your contacts1 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.Answering and rejecting a callWhen you receive a call in Lock state, swipe the in any direction to Answer the incoming call.Swipe the in any direction to Decline an incoming call. Swipe the Decline with message icon in any direction if you want to send a message. 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.Adjusting the in-call volumeTo adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the left side of the phone.
37Making a second call1 During your first call, tap > 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.4 Tap the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or tap Merge calls to start a conference call.5 To end active calls, tap End or press and slide the notification bar down and select the End call icon .NOTE: You are charged for each call you make.Viewing your call logsOn the Home screen, tap and choose the Call logs tab .View a complete list of all dialled, received and missed calls.TIP! • Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call.• Tap , then tap Delete all to delete all the recorded items.Call settingsYou 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.
38ContactsAdd 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 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard.Adding a new contact1 Tap , enter the new contact's number, then tap . Tap Add to Contacts > New contact. 2 If you want to add a picture to the new contact, tap the image area. Choose from Take photo, Select from Gallery.3 Select the contact type by tapping .4 Tap a category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.5 Tap Save.Favourites contactsYou can classify frequently called contacts as favourites.Adding a contact to your favourites1 Tap to open your contacts.2 Tap a contact to view its details.3 Tap the star to the right corner of the contact's name. The star will turn yellow color.
39Removing a contact from your favourites list1 Tap to open your contacts.2 Tap the tab, and choose a contact to view its details.3 Tap the yellow color star to the right corner of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favourites.Creating a group1 Tap to open your contacts.2 Tap Groups and tap . Select 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.
40MessagingYour phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.WARNING: 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 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 Message field and begin composing your message.4 Tap to open the Options menu. Choose from Quick message, Insert smiley, Schedule sending, Add subject and Discard. TIP! You can tap the icon to attach the file, that you want to share with message.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. WARNING: • The 160-character limit may vary from country to country, depending on the language and how the SMS is coded.• If an image, video or audio file is added to an SMS message, it is automatically converted into an MMS message and you are charged accordingly.
41Threaded 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 settingsYour 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.
42E-mailYou 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 accountThe 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. To add another email account:• Press > > Apps tab > E-mail > tap > Settings > Add account.To change an email account's settings:• Press > > Apps tab > E-mail > tap > Settings > General settings.To delete an email account:• Press > > Apps tab > E-mail > tap > Settings > tap > Remove account > Select the account to delete > Remove > select Yes.Working with account foldersPress > > Apps tab > E-mail > tap and select 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.Composing and sending emailTo compose and send a message1 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.3 Tap the to add a Cc/Bcc and tap to attach files, if required.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.
43CameraTo open the Camera application, press > > Apps tab > .Getting to know the viewfinder Flash – Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front–facing camera lens.Shot mode – Choose from Normal, Panorama, Continuous shot or Sports.Settings – Tap this icon to open the settings menu.Video mode – Tap and slide down this icon to switch to video mode.Capture buttonGallery – Tap to view the last photo you captured. This enables you to access your gallery and view saved photos while in camera mode.NOTE: Please ensure the camera lens is clean before taking pictures.
44Using 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 .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.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 color quality in various lighting conditions.Applies artistic 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. NOTE: This function is available when the GPS function is active or connected network.Selects a shutter sound.Set the Volume Key whether to use for the capture or zoom. Select storage to save images. Opens the help guide to know how a function operates.Restores all camera default settings.Camera
45TIP!• When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color 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 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 and point the lens toward the subject your want to photograph.2 Focus boxes will appear in the center of the viewfinder screen. You can also tap anywhere on the screen to focus on that spot.3 When the focus box turns green, the camera has focused on your subject.4 Tap to capture the photo.Once you've taken a photoTap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen to view the last photo you took. 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 SNS account set up on your phone, you can share your photo with your SNS community.NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.
46Tap to open all advanced options.Set image as – Tap to use the photo as a Contact photo, Home screen wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper, Wallpaper.Move – Tap to move the photo to another place.Copy – Tap to copy the selected photo and save it to another album.Copy to Clip Tray – Tap to copy the photo and store in the Clip Tray.Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected photo.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 GalleryTap Gallery. • 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).Camera
47Video cameraGetting to know the viewfinder Flash – Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front-facing camera lens.Recording mode – Choose from Normal or Live effect.Settings – Tap this icon to open the settings menu.Camera mode – Tap and slide up this icon to switch to camera mode.Start recordingGallery – Tap to view the last video you recorded. This enables you to access your gallery and view your saved videos while in video mode.TIP!When recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the Zoom function.
48Using the advanced settingsUsing the viewfinder, tap to open all the advanced options. Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording.Defines and controls of the amount of sunlight entering the lens. Slide the brightness indicator along the bar towards “-” for a lower brightness video or towards “+” for a higher brightness video.Improves color quality in various lighting conditions.Choose a colour tone to use for your new view.Activate this to use your phone's location-based services.NOTE: This function is available when the GPS function is active or connected network.Set the Volume Key whether to use for the record or zoom. Select storage to save videos. Opens the help guide to know how a function operates.Restores all camera default settings.Recording a quick video1 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.Video camera
49TIP! – Tap to capture an image during recording a video. – Tap to pause recording a video.After recording a videoIn the viewfinder, tap the video thumbnail at the bottom of the screen to view the last video you took.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.NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.From your GalleryTap Gallery. Tap on video play icon to play the video.
50FunctionGuest Mode To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode.When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed.In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options.NOTE: To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance. 1 Press > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Guest mode.2 Tap the Guest Mode switch to enable this mode.Knock 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 > Diaplay 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.

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