LG Electronics USA E440G Cellular/PCS GSM/WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual LG E440g ENG UG 130416 indd

LG Electronics MobileComm USA, Inc. Cellular/PCS GSM/WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth LG E440g ENG UG 130416 indd

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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 ©2013 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™, Google Talk™ and Play Store™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.
2Guidelines for safe and effi cient use .......5Important notice .....................................13Getting to know your phone ...................19Phone overview .....................................19Installing the SIM card and battery .........21Charging the phone ...............................23Using the memory card..........................24Locking and unlocking the screen ..........24Your Home screen ...................................25Touch screen tips ..................................25Home screen .........................................26Customizing the Home screen ..............26Returning to recently-used applications .27Notifi cations ..........................................27Swipe down for notifi cations & settings .28Quick Settings .....................................28Indicator icons on the Status Bar ..........29On-screen keyboard ..............................30Entering accented letters ......................31Google account setup .............................32Connecting to Networks and Devices ....33Wi-Fi .....................................................33Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ...............33Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network ............................................... 33Bluetooth ...............................................34Sharing your phone's data connection ...35PC connections with a USB cable ...........37Calls ........................................................39Making a call .........................................39Calling your contacts .............................39Answering and rejecting a call ...............39Adjusting the in-call volume ...................40Making a second call .............................40Viewing your call logs ............................40Call settings ...........................................41Contacts ..................................................42Searching for a contact ..........................42Adding a new contact ............................42Favorite contacts ...................................42Creating a group ....................................43Messaging ............................................... 44Sending a message ...............................44Threaded box .......................................45Changing your message settings ...........45E-mail ......................................................46Managing an email account ...................46Working with account folders .................46Composing and sending email ...............47Camera .................................................... 48Getting to know the viewfi nder ..............48Using the advanced settings ..................49Taking a quick photo .............................50Once you've taken a photo.....................51Table of contents
3Viewing your saved photos ....................52Video camera ..........................................53Getting to know the viewfi nder ..............53Using the advanced settings ..................54Recording a quick video .........................54After recording a video...........................55Watching your saved videos ..................55Adjusting the volume when viewing a video .....................................................55LG Unique Function.................................56QuickMemo function ..............................56Using the QuickMemo options ..............57Viewing the saved QuickMemo ............57LG SmartWorld ......................................58How to Get to LG SmartWorld from YourPhone ..........................................58How to use LG SmartWorld ...................58Multimedia ..............................................60Gallery ................................................... 60Viewing pictures ..................................60Playing videos .....................................60Editing photos/videos ...........................61Deleting images ...................................61Setting as wallpaper ............................61Videos ...................................................61Playing a video ....................................61Music ....................................................62Playing a song .....................................62FM Radio ...............................................64Searching for stations ............................64Tuning in automatically .........................64Utilities ....................................................65Setting your alarm .................................65Using your calculator .............................65Adding an event to your calendar ...........65Voice Recorder ......................................66Recording a sound or voice ..................66Tasks ..................................................... 66Polaris Viewer ........................................67Google+ ................................................67Voice Search..........................................67Downloads ............................................67The Web ..................................................68Internet .................................................. 68Using the Web toolbar ..........................68Viewing webpages ...............................68Opening a page ...................................69Searching the web by voice ..................69Bookmarks ..........................................69History ................................................69Chrome .................................................70Viewing webpages ...............................70Opening a page ...................................70Searching the web by voice ..................70Syncing with other devices ...................70Settings ...................................................71
4Access the Settings menu .....................71WIRELESS & NETWORKS .......................71DEVICE ..................................................73PERSONAL ............................................. 75SYSTEM .................................................76PC software (LG PC Suite) ......................78Phone software update ..........................81About this user guide .............................83About this user guide .............................83Trademarks ...........................................83Accessories .............................................84Troubleshooting ......................................85Table of contents
6Guidelines for safe and effi cient useProduct 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.
7• 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.• 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.
8Guidelines for safe and effi cient useRoad 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.Avoid damage to your hearingTo prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periodsDamage 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.
9NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.Glass 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.In 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.
10Guidelines for safe and effi cient useChildrenKeep 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 maximize the battery life.• Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.• Keep the battery's metal contacts clean.• 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 maximize 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.
11• If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.• 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-E440g product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/support/cedoc/RetrieveProductCeDOC.jspAmbient temperaturesMax: +50°C (discharging), +45°C (charging) Min: -10°CContact office for compliance of this product : LG Electronics Inc. EU Representative, Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM Amstelveen, The NetherlandsNotice: 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.
12Disposal of your old unit1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.2 All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.3 The correct disposal of your old unit will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.4 For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to batteries/accumulators of a product it means they are covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC.2 This symbol may be combined with chemical symbols for mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pb) if the battery contains more than 0.0005% of mercury, 0.002% of cadmium or 0.004% of lead.3 All batteries/accumulators should be disposed separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.4 The correct disposal of your old batteries/accumulators will help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment, animal and human health.5 For more detailed information about disposal of your old batteries/accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
13Please read this before you start using your phone!Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative.1. Phone memoryWhen 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 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Apps from the DEVICE.2 Once all applications appear, scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall.3 Touch Uninstall.2. Optimizing battery lifeExtend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that you don't need to have running constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. Extending your phone's battery life:• Turn off radio communications when you're 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.Important notice
14Important noticeTo check the battery power level:• Touch > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Common tab > Battery.The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen.To monitor and control how battery power is being used:• Touch > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Common tab > 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.
154. Using an unlock patternSet an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Lock screen from DEVICE > 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. 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, press 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.
16Important notice< 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 + Home key.3 When the LG Logo appears on the screen, release all keys. 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.
176. Opening and switching applicationsMulti-tasking is easy with Android because 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.To stop applications: 1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Apps from DEVICE > RUNNING.2 Scroll and touch the desired application and touch Stop to stop it.NOTE: For multitasking, press Home key to move to another app while using an app. This does not stop the previous app running in the background on the device. Make sure to touch the Back key to exit an app after using it.7. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP)1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE to check out the storage media. 2 Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.3 A USB connection type list 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.5 Copy the files from your PC to the drive folder or vice versa.
18Important notice8. 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.9. 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.
19Phone overviewProximity SensorEarpieceMenu Key Display the available options.Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen.Back Key Return to the previous screen.Power/Lock Key• Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key.• Short press to lock/unlock the screen.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
20Charger/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.Battery coverFlashSIM cards slotBatterymicroSD Card slotCamera lensGetting to know your phone
21Installing 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.
22Getting to know your phone2 Slide the SIM card into its respective 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).
234 Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).Charging the phoneThe charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the charging 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 battery cover while your phone is charging.
24Getting to know your phoneUsing the memory cardTurn the phone off before inserting or removing the memory card. Remove the battery cover. Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.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 touches 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 your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.
25Your 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 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 taking a picture (using the Camera), 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 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, touch the center of the icon.• Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm touch.• Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you want. Be careful not to touch any other keys.
26Home screenSimply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customize each panel with Apps, Downloads, Widgets and Wallpapers.NOTE: Some screen images may be different depending on your phone provider.On your Home screen, you can view menu icons at the bottom of the screen. Menu icons provide easy and one-touch access to the functions you use the most.Touch the Phone icon to bring up the touch screen dialpad to make a call.Touch the Contacts icon to open your contacts.Touch the Messaging icon to access the messaging menu. This is where you can create a new message.Touch the Apps icon at the bottom of the screen. This displays all of your installed applications. To open any application, simply touch the icon in the applications list.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. Or touch at the top of the right side.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.Your Home screen
27To remove an item from the Home screen:• Home screen > touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it to TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps menu, touch and hold the application you want to add.TIP! Using foldersYou can combine several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen, and the two icons will be combined.Returning to recently-used applications1 Touch and hold the Home key. The screen displays a pop-up containing the icons of applications you used recently.2 Touch an icon to open the application. Or touch the Back key to return to your previous screen. WARNING If you are outside of the service area, it may cause your device to consume more battery power.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 showing things like Wi-Fi or bat tery strength on the right.
28Your Home screenNOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.Pending notificationsBluetooth, Wi-Fi & battery statusSwipe down for notifications & settingsSwipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications panel, swipe up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.NOTE: When long pressing icon at the top of the screen, will go to Settings directly.Quick SettingsUse Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness and more. For Quick Set tings, swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel and swipe or touch for you desired setting.To rearrange Quick Setting items on the notification panelTouch . You can then check and rearrange items on the notification panel.
29Indicator 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 Battery fully chargedNo signal Battery is chargingAirplane mode Downloading dataConnected to a Wi-Fi network Uploading dataWired headset GPS is acquiringCall in progress Receiving location data from GPS
30Your Home screenIcon Description Icon DescriptionCall hold Data is syncingSpeakerphone New GmailMissed call New Google Talk messageBluetooth is on New messageSystem warning Song is playingAlarm is set Phone is connected to PC via USB cable or USB tethering is activeNew voicemail Both USB tethering and portable hotspot are activeRinger is silenced Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is activeVibrate modeNOTE: 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 touch a text field where you want to enter text.
31Using 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. You can touch and hold this tab to view the Settings menu. Tap to enter a space. Tap to create a new line in the message field. Tap to delete the previous character.Entering accented 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.
32Google 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 • Touch > Apps tab > select a Google application, such as Gmail > select New to create a new account. If you have a Google account, touch Existing, enter your email address and password, then touch .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.
33Connecting 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 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Wi-Fi from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab.2 Set Wi-Fi to 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 Touch 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.
34BluetoothYou 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 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > set Bluetooth to ON from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab.2 Tap the Bluetooth menu again. You will see the model name and checkbox to make your phone visible. You can view the devices in the Bluetooth Range automatically.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.Connecting to Networks and Devices
35Send 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 Downloads2 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 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > set Bluetooth to ON and touch Model name to be visible on other devices.NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, touch > Visibility timeout.2 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.
36Connecting to Networks and DevicesTo change Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings:1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > More... from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > choose options that you want to adjust.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.To 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 On the Home screen, touch > Apps tab > Settings.2 Touch More... from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab and select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.3 Ensure that Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is checked.4 Touch Set up Wi-Fi hotspot.• The Set up Wi-Fi hotspot dialogue box will open.• You can change the Network SSID (name) that other computers see when scanning for Wi-Fi networks.• You can also touch 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.
375 Touch 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.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 Media sync (MTP)1 Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable.2 If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. Choose System settings > PC connection > USB connection type, then select Media sync (MTP).3 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.
38Connecting to Networks and Devices6 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.
39CallsMaking a call1 Touch to open the keypad.2 Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the .3 Touch to make a call.4 To end a call, touch the End icon .TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold .Calling your contacts1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Scroll through the contact list or enter the first few letters of the contact you want to call by touching Search contacts.3 In the list, touch to make the 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. Hold and slide the Decline with message icon from the bottom 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.
40CallsAdjusting the in-call volumeTo adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the left-hand side of the phone.Making a second call1 During your first call, touch Menu key > Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialled numbers list by touching or can search contacts by touching and selecting the contact you want to call.2 Touch to make the call.3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold.4 Touch the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or touch Merge calls to start a conference call.5 To end active calls, touch End or touch the Home key, and slide down the notification bar and select the End call icon .NOTE: You are charged for each call you make.Viewing your call logsOn the Home screen, touch and choose the Call logs tab .View a complete list of all dialled, received and missed calls.TIP!• Touch any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call.• Touch the Menu key , then touch Delete all to delete all the recorded items.
41Call 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, touch .2 Touch .3 Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.

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