LG Electronics USA E455F Cellular/PCS GSM and Cellular WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual 1

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

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ENGLISHMFL00000000 (1.0)User GuideLG-E455fwww.lg.com
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 efficient use .......5Important notice .....................................15Getting to know your phone ...................21Phone overview .....................................21Installing the SIM card and battery .........23Charging the phone ...............................25Using the memory card..........................25Locking and unlocking the screen ..........26Your Home screen ...................................27Touch screen tips ..................................27Home screen .........................................28Customizing the Home screen ..............28Returning to recently-used applications .29Using Dual SIM ......................................29Notifications ..........................................30Swipe down for notifications & settings ...............................................30Quick Settings .....................................31Indicator icons on the Status Bar ..........31On-screen keyboard ..............................33Entering accented letters ......................33Google account setup .............................34Connecting to Networks and Devices ....35Wi-Fi .....................................................35Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ...............35Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network ...................................35Bluetooth ...............................................36Sharing your phone's data connection ...37PC connections with a USB cable ...........39Calls ........................................................41Making a call .........................................41Calling your contacts .............................41Answering and rejecting a call ...............41Adjusting the in-call volume ...................42Making a second call .............................42Viewing your call logs ............................42Call settings ...........................................43Contacts ..................................................44Searching for a contact ..........................44Adding a new contact ............................44Favorite contacts ...................................44Creating a group ....................................45Messaging ...............................................46Sending a message ...............................46Threaded box .......................................47Changing your message settings ...........47E-mail ......................................................48Managing an email account ...................48Working with account folders .................48Composing and sending email ...............49Camera ....................................................50Getting to know the viewfinder ..............50Using the advanced settings ..................51Table of contents
3Taking a quick photo .............................52Once you've taken a photo.....................53Viewing your saved photos ....................54Video camera ..........................................55Getting to know the viewfinder ..............55Using the advanced settings ..................56Recording a quick video .........................56After recording a video...........................57Watching your saved videos ..................57Adjusting the volume when viewing a video ..................................................57LG Unique Function.................................58QuickMemo function ..............................58Using the QuickMemo options ..............59Viewing the saved QuickMemo ............59LG SmartWorld ......................................60How to Get to LG SmartWorld from YourPhone ..........................................60How to use LG SmartWorld ...................60Multimedia ..............................................62Gallery ...................................................62Viewing pictures ..................................62Playing videos .....................................62Editing photos/videos ...........................63Deleting images ...................................63Setting as wallpaper ............................63Videos ...................................................63Playing a video ....................................63Music ....................................................64Playing a song .....................................64FM Radio ...............................................66Searching for stations ............................66Tuning in automatically .........................66Utilities ....................................................67Setting your alarm .................................67Using your calculator .............................67Adding an event to your calendar ...........67Voice Recorder ......................................68Recording a sound or voice ..................68Tasks .....................................................68Polaris Viewer ........................................69Google+ ................................................69Voice Search..........................................69Downloads ............................................69The Web ..................................................70Internet ..................................................70Using the Web toolbar ..........................70Viewing webpages ...............................70Opening a page ...................................71Searching the web by voice ..................71Bookmarks ..........................................71History ................................................71Chrome .................................................72Viewing webpages ...............................72Opening a page ...................................72Searching the web by voice ..................72Syncing with other devices ...................72
4Settings ...................................................73Access the Settings menu .....................73WIRELESS & NETWORKS .......................73DEVICE ..................................................76PERSONAL .............................................78SYSTEM .................................................79PC software (LG PC Suite) ......................81Phone software update ..........................84About this user guide .............................86About this user guide .............................86Trademarks ...........................................86Accessories .............................................87Troubleshooting ......................................88Table of contents
5Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.Exposure to radio frequency energyTHIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVESYour mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) recommended by international guidelines (ICNIRP). These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines were developed by independent scientific organisations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age or health.The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0W/kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a base station, the lower the power output of the device. Before a phone model is available for sale to the public, compliance with the European R&TTE directive must be shown. This directive includes as one essential requirement the protection of the health and the safety for the user and any other person.The highest SAR value for this device when tested for use at the ear is 0.000W/kg.This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5cm away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least 1.5cm away from your body. In order Guidelines for safe and efficient use
6Guidelines for safe and efficient useto transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. The highest SAR value for this device when tested for use at the body is 0.000W/kg.* The SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 2.0watts/ kilogram (W/kg) averaged over ten grams of body tissue. The guidelines incorporate a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements. SAR values may vary depending on national reporting requirements and the network band.FCC SAR informationYour mobile device is also designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by the Federal Communications Commission (USA) and Industry Canada. These requirements set a SAR limit of 1.6W/kg averaged over 1gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use at the ear is 0.00W/kg and when properly worn on the body is 0.00 W/kg.Additionally, this device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 1cm (0.39 inches) between the users body and the back of the phone.To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 1cm (0.39 inches) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone. * FCC Notice & CautionNotice!This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.1.060.48
7Caution!Change or Modifications that are not specifically approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Product 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).
8Guidelines for safe and efficient use• 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 the phone or accessories in places with high humidity such as pools, greenhouses, solariums or tropical environments, it may cause damage to the phone and invalidation of warranty.• 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.Efficient phone operationElectronic and medical devicesAll mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance.• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Please consult your doctor to determine if operation of your phone may interfere with the operation of your medical device.• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.• Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.
9PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15cm be maintained between a mobile phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. To achieve this use the phone on the opposite ear to your pacemaker and do not carry it in a breast pocket.HospitalsSwitch off your wireless device when requested to do so in hospitals, clinics or health care facilities. These requests are designed to prevent possible interference with sensitive medical equipment.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.• Use a hands-free kit, if available.• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions require you to do so.• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.• If 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 while 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.
10Guidelines for safe and efficient useGlass 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. 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 refuelling 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.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.
11Emergency 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.Part 15.21 statementChanges or modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Part 15.105 statementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If you experience interference with reception (e.g., television), determine if this equipment is causing the harmful interference by turning the equipment off and then back on to see if the interference is affected. If necessary, try correcting the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
12Guidelines for safe and efficient useBody-worn OperationThis device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 1 cm (0.39 inches) between the user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with federal RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 1cm(0.39inches) must be maintained between the user's body and the back of the phone. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components should not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 1 cm (0.39 inches) separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical bodyworn operations may not comply with federal RF exposure limits and should be avoided.FCC Part 15 Class B ComplianceThis device and its accessories comply with part 15 of FCC rules and ICES-003 Class B digital apparatus requirements for Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device and its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.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 battery life.
13• Do not disassemble or short circuit the battery pack.• Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack 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 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 your 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.
14DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYHereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-E455f 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.Guidelines for safe and efficient use
15Please 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
16Important noticeTo check the battery power level:• Touch > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > 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 > 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.
174. 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.
18Important 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 + QuickMemo function 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 back up any important data before performing a Hard Reset.
196. 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.
20Important 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.
21Phone overviewProximity SensorEarpieceSIM Switch Key Touch the key for SIM1/SIM2 selection (Selected SIM is marked by Rectangle box on RSSI icon). Touch and Hold the key to go to Dual SIM settings.Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen.Back Key Return to the previous screen.Menu Key Display the available options.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
22Charger/USB PortMicrophoneEarphone JackPower/Lock KeyQuickMemo function 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 slot (Upper slot for SIM1 and Lower slot for SIM2)microSD Card slotSpeakerBatteryCamera lensGetting to know your phone
23Installing 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.
24Getting 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).4 Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).
25Charging 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.Using 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.
26Getting to know your phoneLocking 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.
27Your 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.
28Home 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.To remove an item from the Home screen:• Home screen > touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it to Your Home screen
29TIP! 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.Using Dual SIMWhen two SIM cards are inserted on your phone, the SIM cards information are displayed on your notification drawer. When you touch the SIM switch key, currently active SIM is switched.NOTE: If only one SIM card is inserted or one SIM is off, SIM switching is not available, and the SIM switch key has no action. During a call, sending a message or using a data service, the other SIM's RSSI might be displayed as 'No service' due to the network service status. WARNING: If you are outside of the service area, it may cause your device to consume more battery power.
30Your Home screenNotificationsNotifications 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.NOTE: 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.
31Quick 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.Indicator 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.
32Your Home screenIcon 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 GPSCall 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 active
33Icon Description Icon DescriptionRinger 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.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. 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.
34Google 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.
35Connecting 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.
36BluetoothYou 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 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.Connecting to Networks and Devices
37Send 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 Make phone visible 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.
38Connecting 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.
395 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.
40Connecting 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.
41CallsMaking 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.
42CallsAdjusting 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.
43Call 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.
44ContactsAdd contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing.Searching for a contactOn the Home screen1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard.Adding a new contact1 Touch , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key . Touch Add to Contacts > Create new contact. 2 If you want to add a picture to the new contact, touch the image area. Choose from Take photo or Select from Gallery.3 Select the contact type by touching .4 Touch a category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.5 Touch Save.Favorite contactsYou can classify frequently called contacts as favorites.Adding a contact to your favorites1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Touch a contact to view its details.3 Touch the star to the right of the contact's name. The star will turn yellow color.
45Removing a contact from your favorites list1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Touch the tab, and choose a contact to view its details.3 Touch the yellow color star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites.Creating a group1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Touch Groups and touch the Menu key . Select New group.3 Enter a name for the new group. You can also set a ringtone for the newly created group.4 Touch 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.
46MessagingYour phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.Sending a message1 Touch on the Home screen and touch 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 touch a suggested recipient. You can add more than one contact.NOTE: You will be charged for a text message for every person you send the message to.3 Touch the Message via SIM1/SIM2 field and begin composing your message.4 Touch to open the Options menu. Choose from Quick message, Insert smiley, Schedule sending and Add subject.TIP! You can touch the icon to attach the file you want to share to your message.5 Touch 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.
47Threaded box Unread messages (SMS, MMS) are located on the top.And the others 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.• Touch the Messaging icon on the Home screen, touch and then tap Settings.

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