LG Electronics USA L40G Cellular/PCS GSM/WCDMA Phone with WLAN and Bluetooth User Manual

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

Users Manual

 User GuideLG L40GP/N : MFL67566401 (1.0)  www.lg.comENGLISHESPAÑOL
Part 15.21 statement" Change or Modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void        the user's authority to operate the equipment. “Part 15.105 statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digitaldevice, 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 harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.This device is not intended for sale in the USA.
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.Body-worn OperationThis device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 1.5cm (0.59 inches) between the user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 1.5cm (0.59 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 PD\ not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 1.5cm (0.59 inches) separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.
LG L40G User GuideThis guide helps you to get started using your phone.Some of the contents of this manual may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider.This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard.Copyright ©2012 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 Google Play Store™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.••••ENGLISH
4Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative.1. Phone memory When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.To uninstall applications:Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Apps from the DEVICE category.Once all applications appear, scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall.Touch Uninstall.1 2 3 2. Optimising battery lifeExtend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that you don't need to having 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 you are not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or GPS, turn them off.Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.Turn off automatic syncing for Google Mail™, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.Some applications you have downloaded may reduce battery power.To check the battery power level:Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > StatusThe battery status (charging or not charging) and level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen.•••••Getting to know your phoneBefore you start using the phone, please read this!
5To monitor and control how battery power is being used:Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Power Saver from the DEVICE > Battery use from the BATTERY.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. Using foldersYou can combine several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another on a Home screen, and the two icons will be combined.NOTE: To see a smaller collection of frequently used apps, touch the Google Apps folder near the bottom of the screen. As with any folder, you can customize its contents.•NOTE: After you open an app, you can usually adjust its settings by choosing items from its Menu icon near the top or bottom of the screen.4.  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 Google Play Store™. If there are improperly installed applications on your phone, it may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the phone.
65.  Using the hard reset  (Factory reset)If your phone needs to be restored to its original condition, use hard reset to reboot your phone.When the phone is switched off, press and hold the Volume down key + Power key with your left hand. When the LED on the bottom of the phone lights up, touch and hold the Menu key with your right hand. You need to do this immediately, before the screen displays the LG logo. Make sure your left hand is still holding the Volume down and Power keys. Then release the power key at vibration time.When the LG logo is displayed on the screen, continue to hold the keys for around 2 seconds, and then release all them at the same time, before the LG logo disappears.Leave your phone for at least a minute while the hard reset is carried out. You will then be able to switch your phone back on.1 2 3 Caution: If you perform a hard reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. This cannot be reversed. Remember to back up any important data before performing a hard reset.6.  Opening and switching applicationsMultitasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There's no need to quit an application before opening another. 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 return to view list recently used applications: Simply press and hold the Home key.To stop applications: Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Apps from the DEVICE > RUNNING tab.Scroll and touch the desired application and touch Stop to stop it.1 2 Getting to know your phone
77.  Connecting Your Device to Your ComputerBefore using your device’s mass storage capabilities, you need to prepare your device’s data services to synchronize with your desktop or laptop computer. Once you have connected the device to the computer, you can transfer your data to or from the device memory.To connect your device to a computer via USB:1. Use the USB cable that came with your phone to connect the phone to a USB port on your computer.Open the Notifications panel and then touch USB connected.Touch the connection mode you want to use to connect to the PC. Choose from the following options: Charge only, Media sync (MTP),  LG software.Using Media sync (MTP) modeWhen you connect the phone and PC using a USB cable and set your device’s USB connection mode to Media sync (MTP), you will see one Portable Devices on the PC. You can copy files to/from the removable SD card.1 2 3 NOTE: If you using Microsoft Windows XP and synchronise your phone with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install Microsoft Windows Media Player 11. Please refer to Microsoft's window media player download site.8.  Hold your phone uprightHold your mobile phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. The LG L40G has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this may affect performance.While 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.
89.  When the screen freezesIf the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it:Remove the battery, reinsert it, then turn the phone on. ORPress and hold the Power/Lock key for 10 seconds to turn it off.If it still does not work, please contact the service centre.Getting to know your phone
9Device componentsEarpieceProximity sensorHome key Return to the Home screen from any screen.Menu key •  Check what options are available.•  Go to Google Search™ by pressing and holding this key.Power/Lock key•  Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key.•  Short press to lock/unlock the screen.Back key Return to the previous screen.NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. 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.
10Power/Lock keyCharger/USB portMicrophoneEarphone JackVolume keys•  In the Home screen: Control ringer volume.•  During a call: Control your earpiece volume.•  When playing a track: Control volume continuously.TIP! Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second to use the QuickMemo function.Battery coverFlashSIM card slotmicroSD Card slot SpeakerBatteryCamera lensGetting to know your phone
11Installing 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:To remove the battery cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your thumbnail as shown in figure.NOTE: Put your thumbnail into the USB port hole and lift off the battery cover.1 Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.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).2 3
12Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).Charging your phoneThe charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into an electrical outlet.NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.4 NOTE: Do not open the battery cover during the charging your phone.Using the memory cardYour phone supports the use of microSDTM or microSDHCTM memory cards of up to 32GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones and other ultra-small devices, and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos, and photographs for use with your phone.To insert a memory card:Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.To remove the memory card safely: Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE > Unmount SD card > OK.Getting to know your phone
13NOTE: Use only compatible memory cards with your phone. Using incompatible memory cards may damage the card and data stored on the card, as well as the phone. As the device uses FAT32 the Maximum size for any given file is 4 GB.•• WARNINGDo not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is on. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may get corrupted.To format the memory card: Your memory card may already be formatted. If it isn't, you must format it before you can use it.NOTE: All files on your memory card are deleted when it is formatted.On the home screen, touch   > Apps tab to open the menu.Scroll and touch Settings > Storage from the DEVICE.Touch Unmount SD card and touch OK to confirm it.Touch Erase SD card > Erase SD card > Erase everything, then confirm your choice.If you have set a pattern lock, input the pattern lock then select Erase Everything.NOTE: If there is content on your memory card, the folder structure may be different after formatting as all the files will be deleted.1 2 3 4 5
14Locking and unlocking the screenIf you do not use the phone for a while, the screen is turned off and locked automatically. This helps to prevent accidental touches and saves battery power.When you are not using the LG L40G, press the Power/Lock key   to lock your phone. If there are any programs running when you set lock 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.TIP! To wake up your phone, you can alternatively use the volume down key while the screen is turned off.Secure your lock screenYou can lock your screen so that only you can unlock it to access your phone. To set an Unlock Pattern, PIN or Password for the first time:Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Lock screen from the DEVICE.Select Screen lock and desired options (None, Slide, Pattern, PIN or Password).NOTE: Precautions 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.1 2 Getting to know your phone
15When you cannot recall your unlock pattern:If you logged in to your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern button. You are then required to log in with your Google account to unlock your phone.If you have not created a Google account on the phone or you forgot it, you have to perform a hard reset.If you have forgotten PIN or Password: If you forgot your PIN or Password, you need to do Hard reset.Google account set upWhen you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and how you want to use some 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 Sign in.Once you have set up your Google account on your phone, your phone automatically synchronises 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 synchronised with your phone. (This depends on your synchronisation settings.)After signing in, you can use Gmail™ and take advantage of Google services on your phone.
16Your Home screenTouch screen tipsHere are some tips on how to navigate around your phone.Touch – To choose a menu/option or open an application, touch it.Touch and hold – To open an options menu or grab an object you want to move, touch and hold it.Drag – To scroll through a list or move slowly, drag across the touch screen.Flick – To scroll through a list or move quickly, flick across the touch screen (drag quickly and release).NOTE:•  To select an item, touch the centre of the icon.•  Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, firm touch.•  Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you want. Be careful not to touch any other keys.Home screenSimply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customise 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 quick keys at the bottom of the screen. Quick keys provide easy, 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 Messaging icon to access the messaging menu. This is where you can create a new message. Touch the Contacts icon to open your contacts. Touch the Apps icon at the bottom of the screen. You can then view all your installed applications. To open any application, simply touch the icon in the applications list.
17Customising the Home screenYou can customise your Home screen by adding Apps, Downloads, Widgets or Wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favourite widgets to the Home screen.To add items on your Home screen:Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.In the Add Mode menu, select items you want to add. You will then see added items on the Home screen.Drag it to the location you want 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  .TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Applications menu, touch and hold the application you want to add.1 2 3 •Returning to recently-used applicationsTouch and hold the Home key. The screen displays a pop-up with icons of applications you used recently.Touch an icon to open the application. Or touch the Back key to return to your current application.Notification drawerThe notification drawer runs across the top of your screen.EditBluetoothWi-FiSoundQuickMemoTouch and slide the notification drawer down with your finger. 1 2
18Touch   >   to manage the Notifications. Here you can check and manage Sound, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Airplane mode, Accounts & sync, Auto-rotate screen, Brightness, Data enabled or GPS.Viewing the status barThe status bar uses different icons to display phone information such as signal strength, new messages, battery life, active Bluetooth and data connections.Below is a table explaining the meaning of icons you're likely to see in the status bar.Icon DescriptionNo SIM cardNo signalAirplane modeConnected to a Wi-Fi networkPower saver is onWired headsetIcon DescriptionCall in progressCall holdSpeakerphonePhone microphone is mutedMissed callBluetooth is onSystem warningAlarm is setNew voicemailRinger is silencedVibrate modeBattery fully chargedBattery is chargingPhone is connected to PC via USB cableDownloading dataYour Home screen
19Icon DescriptionUploading dataGPS is acquiringReceiving location data from GPSData is syncingNew GmailNew Google Talk messageNew messageSong is playingOnscreen keyboardYou can enter text using the onscreen keyboard. The onscreen 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 capitalise the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps.   Tap to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard. You can also 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. Tap to hide the onscreen keyboard.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.
20QuickMemoUse QuickMemo to practically and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen.Enter the QuickMemo screen by pressing both the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second on the screen you want to capture. 1 Or touch and slide the Status Bar downwards and touch  .Select the desired menu option from Pen type, Color, Eraser, and create a memo.2 Touch   from the Edit menu and select   to save the memo with the current screen.3 NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail.Using the QuickMemo optionsWhile using the QuickMemo function, you can easily use the QuickMenu options. - Select if you want to use the background screen or not. - Select the pen type and the colour. -  Erase the memo that you created. - Set the location where you want to save the memo. -  Save the memo with the current screen. -  Send or share the current QuickMemo to others.Viewing the saved QuickMemo Touch Gallery and select the QuickMemo album.
21Connecting 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 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 networkTouch   > Apps tab > Settings > Wi-Fi from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS1 Set Wi-Fi to ON to turn it on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.Tap Wi-Fi menu again to see a list of active and in-range Wi-Fi networks.Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon.Touch a network to connect to it.If the network is open, you are asked to confirm that you want to connect to that network by touching Connect.If the network is secured, you are prompted to enter a password or other credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details)The status bar displays icon that indicate Wi-Fi status.BluetoothYou can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones.2 3 •4 ••5
22TIP! With LG L40G, you can enjoy Bluetooth high speed.If the device you want to share files with also supports high speed Bluetooth, the files will automatically be transferred via the high-speed network. To use Bluetooth high speed data transfer, please make sure the Wi-Fi is OFF on your devices before use. The settings for Bluetooth high speed may be different depends on the device. Please check the device's settings with their service provider.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.Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > Set Bluetooth to ON from the WIRELESS & NETWORKSTap Bluetooth menu again. Your phone will scan for and display the IDs of all available Bluetooth in-range devices. If the device you want to pair with isn’t on the list, make sure the target device is set to be discoverable, then tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES again.Choose the device you want to pair up with from the list.Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the device. 1 2 3 Connecting to Networks and Devices
23Send data using the Bluetooth wireless featureSelect a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event, memo, or media file, from an appropriate application or Downloads.Select an option for sending data via Bluetooth.NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.Using the Wi-Fi CastYou can share your music, picture and video content between users who use Android Phones connected via the same Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Directed network.Check your Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Directed network in advance and make sure the users are connected to the same network.Touch   > Apps tab > Settings > More from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS > Wi-Fi Direct Touch the wi-fi direct checkbox to turn on.1 2 3 1 2 Select a device to connect from the scanned device list.Touch Connect.3 4
24CallsMaking a callTouch   to open the keypad.Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the  .Touch   to make a call.To end a call, touch the End icon  .TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold  .Calling your contactsTouch   to open your contacts.Scroll through the contact list or enter the first few letters of the contact you want to call by touching Search contacts.In the list, touch the contact you want to call.Answering and rejecting a callWhen you receive a call in Lock state, hold and slide the   to Answer incoming call.Hold and slide the   to Decline an incoming call. Hold and slide the Quick msg icon from the bottom if you want to send one. 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 TIP! Quick msgYou can send a message quickly using this function. This is useful if you need to reply the message during a meeting.Adjusting 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 callDuring your first call, touch Menu > Add call and dial the number. Also, you can go recent dialled list by touching  or can search contacts by touching  and select the number you want to call.Touch   to make the call.Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold.Touch the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or touch   Merge call to make a conference call.1 2 3 4
25To end active calls, touch End or press Home Key and slide the notification bar down and select End call icon  .NOTE: You are charged for each call you make.Viewing your call logsOn the Home screen, touch   and choose the Call log tab  .View a complete list of all dialled, received and missed voice calls.TIP! Touch any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call.TIP! Touch the Menu key, then touch Delete all to delete all the recorded items.5 Call settingsYou can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding and other special features offered by your carrier. On the Home screen, touch  .Touch the Menu key.Tap Call settings and choose the options that you want to adjust.Fixed dialing numbers – To turn on and compile a list of numbers that can be called from your phone. You’ll need your PIN2, which is available from your operator. Only numbers within the fixed dial list can be called from your phone.Voicemail service – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service.Voicemail settings – If you are using your carrier’s voicemail service, this option allows you to enter the phone number to use for listening to and managing your voicemail.Save unknown numbers – Add unknown numbers to contacts after a call.Call reject – Allows you to set the call reject function. Choose from Disabled, Reject calls on list or Reject all calls.1 2 3
26Quick messages – When you want to reject a call, you can send a quick message using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call during a meeting.Call forwarding – Choose whether to divert all calls, when the line is busy, when there is no answer or when you have no signal.Call barring – Select when you would like calls to be barred. Enter the call barring password. Please check with your network operator about this service.Call duration – View the duration of calls including all calls, dialled calls, received calls and last call.Call costs – View the charges applied to your calls. (This service is network dependent; some operators do not support this function)Additional settings – This lets you change the following settings:    Caller ID: Choose whether to display your number on an outgoing call.   Call waiting: If call waiting is activated, the handset will notify you of an incoming call while you are on the phone (depending on your network provider).Calls
27ContactsAdd contacts to your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing.Searching for a contactIn the Home screenTouch   to open your contacts. Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard.Adding a new contactTouch  , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key. Touch Add to contacts > Create new contact. If you want to add a picture to the new contact, touch the image area.  Choose from Take photo or Select from Gallery.Select the contact type by touching  .Touch a category of contact information and enter the details about your contact.Touch Save.1 2 1 2 3 4 5 Favourite contactsYou can classify frequently called contacts as favourites.Adding a contact to your favouritesTouch   to open your contacts.Touch a contact to view their details.Touch the star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns blue.Removing a contact from your favourites listTouch   to open your contacts.Touch the   tab, select Favourites at the top of the list and choose a contact to view its details.Touch the blue star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns grey and the contact is removed from your favourites.Import or export contactsTo import/export contact files (in vcf format) from a storage memory(Internal storage/memory card) or SIM or USIM card to your device or vice versa.Touch   to open your contacts.Touch the Menu key > More > Import/Export.1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2
28Select an desired option for importing/exporting. If you have more than one account, select an account to which you want to add the contact.Select contact files to import/export and select OK to confirm.3 4 Contacts
29MessagingYour LG L40G combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.Sending a messageTouch   on the home screen, and touch   to open a blank message.Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can touch a suggested recipient. You can add multiple contacts.NOTE: You will be charged for a text message for every person you send the message to.Touch Enter message field and start to compose your message.Touch the Menu key to open the Options menu. Choose from Add subject, Discard, Attach, Recipient's info, Insert smiley and All messages. Touch Send to send your message.The message screen opens, with your message after Recipient Name/Number. Responses appear on the screen. As you view and send additional messages, a message thread is created.1 2 1 2 3 4  WARNING: The 160-character limit may vary from country to country depending on the language and how the SMS is coded. WARNING: 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.Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation.Using SmiliesLiven up your messages using Smilies.When writing a new message, touch the Menu key, then choose Insert smiley.
30Changing your message settingsYour LG L40G message settings are predefined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings based on your preferences.Touch   on the home screen, and touch the Menu key, then tap Settings.Messaging
31EmailYou can use the Email application to read emails from services other than Google Mail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange.Your service provider or system administrator can provide the account settings you need.Managing an email accountThe first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.To add another email account:Touch   > Apps tab > Email > in the account screen, touch   > Settings > ADD ACCOUNTAfter the initial setup, Email displays the contents of your inbox. If you have added more than one account, you can switch among accounts. To change an email account's setting:Touch   > Apps tab > Email > in the account screen, touch   > Settings••To delete an email account:Touch   > Apps tab > Email > in the account screen, touch   > Settings > touch an account you want to delete > Remove accountEmail account screenYou can touch an account to view its Inbox. The account from which you send email by default is indicated with a tick. – Touch the folder icon to open the account folders.Only the most recent emails in your account are downloaded to your phone. Working with account foldersEach account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional folders.•
32Composing and sending emailTo compose and send a messageWhile in the Email application, touch the  .Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses are offered from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses with semicolon.Add Cc/Bcc and add attachment files if required.Enter the text of the message. Touch the  . If you aren't connected to a network, for example, if you're working in airplane mode, the messages that you send are stored in your Outbox folder until you're connected to a network again. If it contains any pending messages, the Outbox is displayed on the Accounts screen.TIP! When a new email arrives in the inbox, you will receive a notification by sound or vibration. Tap the email notification to stop notifications.1 2 3 4 5 Email
33CameraGetting to know the viewfinder  Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys.  Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image.  Shot mode – Choose from Normal, Panorama or Continuous shot.   Flash – Allows you to turn on the flash when taking a photo in a dark place.  Settings – Touch this icon to open the Settings menu.   Video mode – Touch this icon to switch to video mode.  Capture  – Takes a photo.   Gallery – Touch to view the last photo you captured. This enables you to access your gallery and view saved photos within camera mode.NOTE: The memory capacity may differ depending on the shooting scene or shooting conditions.
34Taking a quick photo Open the Camera application.Hold the phone, point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph.Touch the screen and a focus box will appear in the centre of the viewfinder screen. When the focus box turns green, the camera has focused on your subject.Touch the Capture icon   to take the picture.Using the advanced settingsIn the viewfinder, touch to open all advanced options.  : Restore all camera default settings.  : Touch whenever you want to know how this function operates. This provides you with a quick guide. Change camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, touch the Back key. - Focuses on the specific spot. -Select the image resolution. If you choose the high resolution, the file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory. 1 2 3 4 5 •••• - Finds the color and light settings appropriate for the current environment. Choose from Auto, Portrait, Landscape, and Sunset.  - The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera is. This is useful in darker conditions when you cannot use the flash.  - Improves colour qualities in different lighting conditions. - Choose a color tone to use for your new view.  - Takes pictures a few seconds after clicking the shutter. This option is ideal if you want to be in the picture. - Activate to use your phone's location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged pictures to a blog that supports geotagging, you can see the pictures displayed on a map.  NOTE: This function is only available when GPS is active.••••••Camera
35 - Select one of the four shutter sounds. - Allows you to review images after taking pictures.   - Select storage to save images.TIP! When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo.TIP! The Settings menu is superimposed over the viewfinder so, when you change elements of the image colour or quality, you see a preview of the image change behind the Settings menu.After taking photos, select the image viewer icon to view the taken photos.To view more photos, scroll left or right.••••To zoom in or out, place two fingers on the screen and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out) or double-tap the screen.To send a photo to others, touch Share via   > desired item like Bluetooth, Email, Memo and so on.To delete a photo, touch Delete  .View a photoLearn to view photos saved in your phone's storage.In Home screen, open the application list and select Gallery.Select a photo (with no icon) to view.While viewing a photo, use the following options:To view more photos, scroll left or right.To zoom in or out, tap the screen with two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out).To send a photo to others, touch Share via   > desired item like Bluetooth, Email, Memo and so on.•••1 2 •••
36TIP! If you have an SNS account and set it up on your phone, you can share your photo with the SNS community.To delete a photo, touch Delete  .Touch the Menu key to open all advanced options.Set picture as – Touch to use the image as a Contact photo, Lockscreen Wallpaper or Wallpaper.Move – Touch to move the image to other place.Rename – Touch to edit the name of the selected picture.Rotate left/right – Rerotate left or right.Crop – Crop your photo. Move your finger across the screen to select the area.Edit - View and edit the picture.      - Select the image resolution. If you choose the high resolution, the file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory.     - Improves colour qualities in different lighting conditions. •     - Applies artistic effects to the pictures.     - Applies the additional options for pictures.Slideshow – Auto review automatically shows you the picture you just recorded.Details – Show the picture information.NOTE: Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device.NOTE: If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.Camera
37Video cameraGetting to know the viewfinder  Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys.  Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video.   Live effect – Changing backgrounds and providing morphing effects to transform facial features during video recording.   Flash – Allows you to turn on the flash when recording a video in dark conditions.   Settings – Touch this icon to open the settings menu.  Camera mode – Touch this icon to switch to camera mode.  Record – Starts recording.  Gallery – Touch to view the last video you recorded. This enables you to access your gallery and view your saved videos from within video mode.NOTE: The zoom function is not available while recording a video.
38Shooting a quick videoTouch the Camera mode button down and the icon changes to  . The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen.Holding the phone, point the lens towards the subject you want to capture in your video.Press the Record   button once to start recording.A red light appears at the top corner of the viewfinder with a timer showing the length of the video.Touch   on the screen to stop recording.Using the advanced settingsUsing the viewfinder, touch   to open all the advanced options.  -  Restore all video camera default settings.  -  Touch if you want to know how this function operates. This provides you with a quick guide. Adjust the video camera setting by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, touch the Back key 1 2 3 4 5 6  -  Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording.  -  Improves colour qualities in different lighting conditions.  -  Apply a special effect, such as sepia or mono tones. -  Activate to use your phone's location-based services. Records videos wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged videos to a blog that supports geotagging, you can see the videos displayed on a map.  -  Choose Off to record a video without sound.  -  Auto review automatically shows you the video you just recorded. -  Select storage to save videos.After recording videos, select the image viewer icon to view the recorded videos.To view more videos, scroll left or right.To send a video to others, select Share via   desired item like Bluetooth, Messaging, YouTube and so on.To play a video, select Play   .To delete a video, select Delete  .••••Video camera
39Play a videoLearn to use the video player to play various kinds of videos.In Home screen, open the application list and select Gallery.Select a video (with the   icon) to play.Rotate the device to landscape view.Control playback with the virtual keys. NOTE:Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device.If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.••Touch the Menu key to open all advanced options.Touch   to open all the advanced options.Move – Touch to move the video to other place.Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected video.1 2 3 4 Details – Tap to see a detailed information, such as the name, date, time, size and typeAdjusting the volume when viewing a videoTo adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone.
40You can store multimedia files on a memory card for easy access to all your image and video files.GalleryLearn to view photos and play videos saved in your device’s memory and memory card.Touch   > Apps tab > Gallery. Open a list of catalogue bars that store all your multimedia files.Supported file formats (Type Format)Image: bmp, gif, jpg, pngVideo: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, mkv (Codec: MPEG4, H.263, Sorenson H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX® and Xvid )Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts will be decremented.Some file formats are not supported depending on the software of the device.If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.1 ••••••Music PlayerYour LG L40G has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favourite tracks. To access the music player, Touch   > Apps tab > Music.Transferring music files using Media sync (MTP) devicesConnect the LG L40G to a PC using a USB cable.USB connection type list will appear, and select Media sync (MTP) option.You can view the portable device on your PC and transfer the files.NOTE: If you using Microsoft Windows XP and synchronise your phone with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install Microsoft Windows Media Player 11. Please refer to Microsoft's window media player download site.1 2 3 Multimedia
41Playing a songIn the Home screen, touch   > Apps tab > Music. Touch Songs.Select the song you want to play.Touch to pause playback.Touch to resume playback.Touch to skip to the next track in the album, playlist or shuffle.Touch to go back to the beginning of the song. Touch twice to return to the previous song.Touch to manage the music volume.Touch to set repeat mode.Touch to play the current playlist in shuffle mode.Touch to see the current playlist.Touch to see lyrics. This option is on only if the song includes the lyrics. To change the volume while listening to music, press the up and down volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone.Touch and hold any song in the list. It displays Play, Add to playlist, Set as ringtone, Delete, Share, Search and Details as options.1 2 3 NOTE: Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music.  In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material. Before downloading or copying the file, check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.
42UtilitiesSetting your alarmTouch   > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > After you set the time, the LG L40G lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will sound.Set Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm tone, Puzzle lock and Memo. Touch Save.Using your calculatorTouch   > Apps tab > CalculatorTouch the number keys to enter numbers.For simple calculations, touch the function you want (+, –, x or ÷) followed by =.For more complex calculations, touch , select the Advanced panel, then choose sin, cos, tan, log and so on.Adding an event to your calendarTouch   > Apps tab > CalendarOn the middle of the screen, you can find the different view types of the Calendar (Day, Week, Agenda).1 2 3 1 2 3 4 1 2 Tap on the date you want to add event on.Drag the view screen upwards and tap on the time slot you want to add event in.Touch Event name then enter the event name.Touch Location and enter the location. Check the date and enter the time you want your event to start and finish.If you want to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details.If you want to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT, and set REMINDERS, if necessary.Touch Done to save the event in the calendar.Polaris OfficePolaris Office is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, anywhere, anytime, using their mobile devices.3 4 5 6 7 8 9
43Touch   > Apps tab > Polaris OfficeManaging filesPolaris Office provides mobile users with convenient file management features, including copying, moving and pasting, and deleting files and folders right on the device.Viewing filesMobile users can now easily view a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office documents and Adobe PDF, right on their mobile devices. When viewing documents using Polaris Office, the objects and layout remain the same as in their original documents.Using SmartShareSmartShare uses DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) technology to share digital content through a wireless network. Both devices must be DLNA certified to support this feature.To turn SmartShare on and allow sharing contentsTouch Application tab   and select SmartShare.Press the Menu key and select 1 2 Settings.Touch Discoverable checkbox to turn on.Touch Always accept request if you would like to automatically accept sharing requests from other devices.Touch Receive files if you would like to automatically allow upload files to my phone from other devices.Under the Sharing contents section, touch to checkmark the types of content you would like to share.  Choose from Pictures, Videos, and Music. SmartShare is now activated and ready to share contents.To share contents from remote content library to other devicesLet your renderer device (e.g. TV) play multimedia contents from your remote content library (e.g. PC).NOTE: Make sure that the DLNA functionality of your devices is properly configured (e.g. TV and PC).3 ••4 5
44Touch Application tab   and select SmartShare.Touch the top right button to or select the device from renderer lists.Touch the top left button and select the device of the remote content library.You can browse the content library.Touch a content thumbnail or press the Menu key and select Play button.To share contents from your phone to your renderer device(e.g. TV) NOTE: Make sure that your renderer device is properly configured.While watching your pictures or videos using the Gallery application, touch tab / /  on the Title area. Select the device from renderer lists to play the files.NOTE: Follow the similar steps to use the Music player and Video player to share contents: Need to be connected network : Select the device on network1 2 3 4 5 1 2 : Currently, the content is being shared through SmartShare.NOTICE: Check that your device is connected with your home network using Wi-Fi connection to use this application.Some DLNA enabled devices (e.g. TV) support only the DMP feature of DLNA and will not appear in the renderer device list.Your device might not be able to play some contentsTo download contents from remote content libraryTouch Application tab   and select SmartShare.Touch the top left button and select the device of the remote content library.You can browse the content library.Touch a content thumbnail then touch download menu key.NOTICES: A few types of contents are not supported.1 2 3 4 Utilities
45To upload contents from my phone to remote content libraryNOTE: Make sure that your renderer device is properly configured.Touch Application tab   and select SmartShare.Touch the top left button and select My phone.You can browse the content library.Touch and hold a content thumbnail and then touch the upload menu key.Select a device of remote content library to be uploaded.NOTICE: Some DLNA enabled devices do not support DMS upload functionality and will not be uploaded. A few types of contents are not supported.1 2 3 4 5
46BrowserBrowser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sport, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone. Wherever you are and whatever you enjoy.NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider.Using the web toolbar  Touch to go back a page.  Touch to go forwards a page, to the page you connected to after the current one. This is the opposite of what happens when you press the Back key, which goes to the previous page.  Touch and hold, up and down to zoom in or out of browser.  Touch to add a new window.  Touch to add a favourite bookmarks.Using optionsPress   to view options.Refresh – Update the current web page.Save to Bookmarks – Add the current web page as bookmark.Share page – Allows you to share the web page with others.Find on page – Allows you to find letters or words on the current web page.Request desktop site – Allows you to view the web page as desktop.Save for offline reading – You can view the saved web page.Settings – Displays Browser settings.The web
47LG On-Screen Phone 2.0LG On-Screen Phone 2.0 allows you to view your mobile phone screen from a PC via a USB, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi connection.You can also control your mobile phone from your PC using the mouse or keyboard.On-Screen Phone 2.0 icons  Connects your mobile phone to your PC, or disconnects it.  Rotates the On-Screen Phone window (only available at applications that support rotation).  Launches LG Home Panorama or changes the On-Screen Phone preferences.  Exits the On-Screen Phone program.  Maximises the On-Screen Phone window.  Minimises the On-Screen Phone window.On-Screen Phone 2.0 featuresReal-time transfer and control: Displays and controls your mobile phone screen when connected to your PC.•Mouse control: Allows you to control your mobile phone by using the mouse to click and drag on your PC screen.Text input with keyboard: Allows you to compose a text message or note using your computer keyboard.File transfer (mobile phone to PC): Sends a file from your mobile phone (e.g. Gallery, Video Player, Music Player and Polaris Office) to your PC. Simply right-click and drag to send a file to your PC.File transfer (PC to mobile phone): Sends files from your PC to your mobile phone. Simply select the files you wish to transfer and drag and drop into the On-Screen Phone window. The files you send are stored on OSP folder.Real-time event notifications: Prompts a pop-up to inform you of any incoming calls or text, as well as alarm and event notifications.LG Home Panorama: Shows the whole workspaces of LG Home. You can easily organise icons or widgets and run an application by double-clicking the shortcut.••••••
48NOTE: Please make sure LG Home is a default launcher.Installing On-Screen Phone on your PCVisit LG Home (www.lg.com) and select a country of your choice.Go to Support > Mobile Phone Support > Search the Model (LG L40G) > Click OSP( On-Screen Phone ) to download. You can install the On-Screen Phone on your PC. Connecting your phone to your PCOn-Screen Phone 2.0 provides USB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection. Please follow the instruction on Connection Wizard of OSP program.NOTE: Please make sure USB connection type is a PC software.1 2 NOTE: Please make sure that On-Screen Phone check box in System settings > Connectivity > On-Screen Phone settings.Please make sure that the battery may run out more quickly due to the current consumption if On-Screen Phone is connected via Wi-Fi.Checking the On-Screen Phone connectionOnce the devices have been connected, drag down the status bar at the top of the home screen to check the On-Screen Phone connection status.Disconnecting your phone from your PCTouch and slide the notification drawer down and touch the On-Screen Phone connected.Touch Disconnect On-Screen Phone > Disconnect.1 2 LG On-Screen Phone 2.0
49In the Home screen, touch   > System settings.WIRELESS & NETWORKSHere, you can manage Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can also set up mobile networks and switch to airplane mode.< Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks.Wi-Fi settings – Allows you to set up and manage wireless access points. Set network notification or add a Wi-Fi network. The advanced Wi-Fi settings screen is accessed from the Wi-Fi settings screen. Press the    and touch Advanced.TIP! How to obtain the MAC addressTo set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your LG L40G into the router.You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: Touch Apps tab > Settings > Wi-Fi >   > Advanced > MAC Address.< Bluetooth >Turns on Bluetooth to connect to Bluetooth devices.Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off. Refer to page Bluetooth chapter in details.< Data usage >Displays the data usage and set mobile data limit.< Call >You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding and other special features offered by your carrier.< More >Airplane mode – After switching to airplane mode, all wireless connections are disabled.VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPN.NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage.Settings
50Wi-Fi Direct – You can turn on or off.Wi-Fi Direct – Tick the check box to make Wi-Fi Direct active. Set Wi-Fi Direct device name and scan for other devices.Mobile networks – Set options for data roaming, network mode & operators, access point names (APNs) and so on.DEVICE< Sound >Sound profile – You can choose the Sound, Vibrate only or Silent.Volumes – You can manage the volume of music, video, games, other media, Ringtone & notifications. Touch feedback & system.Phone ringtone – Allows you to set your default incoming call ringtone.Notification ringtone – Allows you to set your default notification ringtone.Ringtone wiht vibration – Vibration feedback for calls and notifications.Dial pad touch tones – Allows you to set the phone to play tones when using the dialpad to dial numbers.Touch sounds – Allows you to set your phone to play a sound when you touch buttons, icons and other onscreen items that react to your touch.Screen lock sound – Allows you to set your phone to play a sound when locking and unlocking the screen.Vibrate on touch – Allows you to set the vibration feedback for phone screen touch.< Display >Brightness – Adjust the screen brightness.Wallpaper – You can select the wallpaper from Gallery, Live wallpapers and Wallpapers.Auto-rotate screen – Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the phone.Sleep – Set the time for screen timeout.Font – Change the display font.Font Key LED timeout – Set the front key LED time.< Home screen >Animation – All animations are shown.Screen effect – You can set the screen effect, when scrolling.Settings
51Wallpaper – You can set the wallpaper.Scroll wallpaper – Enable/disable wallpaper scrolls with the screen.Scroll screens circularly – Show first screen after last screen when scrolling.< Lock screen >Screen Lock – Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a screen unlock pattern. You can set a Slide, Pattern, PIN instead of a Password or leave it as None.When you turn on your phone or wake up the screen, you're asked to draw your unlock pattern to unlock the screen.< Storage >INTERNAL STORAGE – View the internal storage usage.SD CARD – Check total available SD card space. Touch Unmount SD card for safe removal. Erase SD card if you want to delete all data from the SD card.< Power Saver >Here, you can manage the battery and check the power saving items. Also, you can check the battery use.< Apps >You can view and manage the applications.PERSONAL< Accounts & sync >Permits applications to synchronise data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deselecting this setting can save battery power and lowers (but does not eliminate) data usage.< Location services >Google's location service – If you select Google's location service, your phone determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks. When you select this option, you're asked whether you consent to allowing Google to use your location when providing these services.GPS satellites – If you select GPS satellites, your phone determines your location to street level accuracy.Location & Google search – If you select google use your location to improve search results and other services.
52< Security >Set up SIM card lock – Set up SIM card lock or change the SIM PIN.Make passwords visible – Show password as you type.Device administrators – View or deactivate device administrators.Unknown sources – Default setting to install non-Market applications.Trusted credentials – Display trusted CA certificates.Install from SD card – Choose to install encrypted certificates from your SD card.Clear credentials – Remoce all certificates.< Language & input >Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and for configuring the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary.< Backup & reset >Change the settings for managing your settings and data.Back up my data – Set to back up your settings and application data to the Google server.Backup account – Set to back up your account.Automatic restore – Set to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device.Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. If you reset the phone in this way, you are prompted to reenter the same information as when you first started Android.SYSTEM< Date & time >Use Date & time settings to set how dates are displayed. You can also use these settings to set your own time and time zone rather than obtaining the current time from the mobile network.< Accessibility >Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone.Settings
53NOTE: Requires additional plug-ins.< Connectivity >USB connection type – You can set the desired mode (Charge only, Media sync, PC software).Ask on connection – Ask USB connection mode when connecting to a computer.On-Screen Phone settings – Displaying screen and controlling phone from PC are available through USB, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection.< About phone >View legal information and check phone status and software version.LG Mobile Phone software update via Over-the-Air (OTA)This feature allows you to update your phone's software to a newer version conveniently via OTA, without connecting with a USB data cable. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.First, you can check the software version on your mobile phone: System settings > About phone > Software update > Check now for update.You can also delay the update by 1 hour, 4 hours, 8 hours or One day. In this case, the application will notify you to update when the time is up. You can also rearrange an update manually.NOTE: This feature is only support when your device is connected by Wi-Fi.
54DivX Mobile ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration. DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to 320x240. DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license.Settings
55These accessories are available for use with the LG L40G. (Items described below may be optional.)Travel adaptorBattery Stereo headsetData cableConnect your LG L40G and PC.User GuideLearn more about your LG L40G.NOTE: •  Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty.•  Accessories may vary in different regions.Accessories
56This chapter lists some problems you might encounter while using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself.Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresSIM error There is no SIM card in the phone or it is inserted incorrectly. Make sure that the SIM card is correctly inserted.No network connection/ Losing networkSignal is weak or you're outside the carrier network.Operator applied new services.Move towards a window or into an open area. Check the network operator coverage map.Check whether the SIM card is more than 6~12 months old. If so, change your SIM at your network provider's nearest branch. Contact your service provider.Codes do not matchTo change a security code, you will need to confirm the new code by re-entering it.The two codes you have entered do not match.If you forget the code, contact your service provider.Any application cannot be set Not supported by service provider or registration required. Contact your service provider.Calls not availableDialling error New SIM card inserted. Pre-paid charge limit reached.New network not authorised.Check for new restrictions.Contact service provider or reset limit with PIN2.Phone cannot be switched onOn/Off key pressed too briefly. Battery is not charged.  Battery contacts are dirty.Press the On/Off key down for at least two seconds.Charge battery. Check charging indicator on the display.Clean the battery contacts.Troubleshooting
57Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresCharging errorBattery is not charged. Charge battery.Outside temperature is too hot or cold. Make sure phone is charging at a normal temperature.Contact problem Check the charger and connection to the phone. Check the battery contacts and clean them if necessary.No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket.Charger defective Replace charger.Wrong charger Only use original LG accessories.Battery defective Replace battery.Number not permitted The Fixed dialling number function is on. Check the Settings menu and turn the function off.Impossible to receive / send SMS & picture Memory full Delete some messages from the phone.Files not opening Unsupported file format Check the file formats that can be supported.SD card not working FAT16, FAT32 file system supported Check SD card file system via card reader, or format SD card using the phone.
58Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresThe screen does not turn on when I receive a call.Proximity sensor problemIf you use any protection tape or case, check to see if it has covered the area around the proximity sensor. Make sure that the area around the proximity sensor is clean.No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status of the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibrate or silent mode.Hang up or freeze Intermittent software problem Remove the battery, insert it again and switch on the phone.Troubleshooting
59Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative.CategorySub-Category Question AnswerBTBluetoothDevicesWhat are the functions available via Bluetooth?You can connect Bluetooth audio device such as Stereo/Mono headset, Car Kit and share pictures, videos, contacts, etc via Gallery/Contacts menu. Also when FTP server is connected to a compatible device, you can share contents stored in the storage media (internal memory or SD card).BTBluetoothHeadsetIf my Bluetooth headset is connected, can I listen to my music through my 3.5mm wired headphones?When a Bluetooth headset is connected, all system sounds are played over the headset. As a result, you will not be able to listen to music through your wired headphones.FAQ
60CategorySub-Category Question AnswerDataContactsBackupHow can I back up Contacts?The Contacts data can be synchronised between your phone and Gmail™.DataSynchronisationIs it possible to set up one-way sync with Gmail?Only two-way synchronisation is available.DataSynchronisationIs it possible to synchronise all the Email folders?The Inbox is automatically synchronised. You can view other folders by pressing the Menu Key   and touch Folders  to choose a folder.Google™ ServiceGmail Log-InDo I have to log into Gmail whenever I want to access Gmail?Once you log into Gmail, you don’t need to log in Gmail again.Google ServiceGoogle AccountIs it possible to filter emails?No, email filtering is not supported via the phone.FAQ
61CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionYouTube™Is it possible to play YouTube videos?Yes, YouTube videos are supported but may have to be viewed through the YouTube application (and not the browser).Phone FunctionEmailWhat happens when I execute another application while writing an email?Your email will automatically be saved as a draft.Phone FunctionRingtoneIs there a file size limitation for when I want to use a .MP3 file as a ringtone?There is no file size limitation.Phone FunctionMessage TimeMy phone does not display the time of receipt for messages older than 24 hrs. How can I change this?You will only be able to see the times for messages received the same day.Phone FunctionmicroSD CardWhat is the maximum supported size for a memory card?32 GB memory cards are compatible.Phone FunctionNavigationIs it possible to install another navigation application on my phone?Any application that is available on Google Play Store™ and is compatible with the hardware can be installed and used.
62CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionSynchronisationIs it possible to synchronise my contacts from all my email accounts?Only Gmail and MS Exchange server(Company Email Server) contacts can be synchronised.Phone FunctionWait and PauseIs it possible to save a contact with Wait and Pause in the numbers?If you transferred a contact with the W & P functions saved into the number, you will not be able to use those features. You will need to re-save each number.How to save with Wait and Pause:1.  From the Home screen, press the Phone icon  .2.  Dial the number, then press the Menu Key  .3.  Touch Add 2-sec pause or Add wait.Phone FunctionSecurityWhat are the phone’s security functions?You are able to set the phone to require the entry of an Unlock Pattern before the phone can be accessed or used.FAQ
63CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionUnlockPatternHow do I create the Unlock Pattern?1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key  .2.  Touch Settings > Location & security.3.  Touch Set up screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears.4.  Set up by drawing your pattern once, then again for confirmation.Precautions 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.
64CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionUnlockPatternWhat should I do if I forgot the Unlock Pattern and I didn’t create the Google account on the phone?If you have forgotten Pattern :If you logged in to your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tab the Forgot pattern button. You are then required to log in with your Google account to unlock your phone. If you have not created a Google account on the phone or you forgot it, you have to perform a hard reset.Caution: If you perform a factory reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a factory reset.How to perform a factory reset:1. Turn the power off.2.  Press and hold the following keys at the same time(for over 10 seconds): Power/Lock key + Camera key + Volume Down Key3.  The phone will turn on and perform a factory reset immediately. FAQ
65CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionMemoryWill I know when my memory is full? Yes, you will receive a notification.Phone FunctionLanguage SupportIs it possible to change the language?The phone has multilingual capabilities.To change the language:1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key   and touch Settings.2.  Touch Language & keyboard > Select language.3.  Touch the desired language.Phone FunctionVPNHow do I set up a VPN?VPN access configuration is different according to each company. To configure VPN access from your phone, you must obtain the details from your company’s network administrator.Phone FunctionScreen time outMy screen turns off after only 15 seconds. How can I change the amount of time for the backlight to turn off?1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key  .2.  Touch Settings > Display.3.  Under Display settings, touch Screen timeout.4.  Touch the preferred screen backlight timeout time.
66CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionTactile feedbackI’ve turned on haptic feedback on my phone. However, when I dial a number, the phone still vibrates. How do I turn this off?1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key  .2.  Touch Settings > Sound.3.  Touch Haptic feedback to remove the checkmark and disable the function.Phone FunctionWi-Fi & 3GWhen Wi-Fi and 3G are both available, which service will my phone use?When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to On). However, there will be no notification when your phone switches from one to the other.To know which data connection is being used, view the 3G or Wi-Fi icon at the top of your screen.Phone FunctionHome screenIs it possible to remove an application from the Home screen?Yes. Just touch and hold the icon until the dustbin icon appears at the bottom-center of the screen. Then, without lifting your finger, drag the icon to the trash can.Phone FunctionApplicationI downloaded an application and it causes a lot of errors. How do I remove it?1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key  .2.  Touch Settings > Applications > Manage applications.3.  Touch the application, then touch Uninstall.FAQ
67CategorySub-Category Question AnswerPhone FunctionChargerIs it possible to charge my phone by USB data cable without installing the necessary USB driver?Yes, the phone will get charged by the USB cable irrespective of whether the necessary drivers are installed or not.Phone FunctionAlarmCan I use music files for my Alarm?Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it for your alarm.1.  Touch and hold a song in a library list. In the menu that opens, touch Use as ringtone.2.  In an alarm clock setting screen, select the song as a ringtone.Phone FunctionAlarmWill my alarm be audible or will it go off if the phone is turned off?No, this is not supported.Phone FunctionAlarmIf my Ringer Volume is set to Off or Vibrate, will I hear my Alarm?Your Alarm is programmed to be audible even in these scenarios.
68CategorySub-Category Question AnswerRecovery SolutionFactory data resetHow do I perform a Factory data reset?Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. If you reset the phone in this way, you are prompted to reenter the same information as when you first started Android.1.  From the Home screen, press the Menu Key  .2.  Touch Settings > Privacy > Factory data reset.3.  Read the warning and touch Reset phone.4. Touch Erase everything.Attention:If you select Factory data reset, it will erase all of your personal data from your phone’s system memory, including information about your Google account, any other accounts, your system/application data and settings as well as any downloaded applications and DRM license.•FAQ
69CategorySub-Category Question AnswerRecovery SolutionFactory data resetHow do I perform a Factory data reset?Resetting the phone does not erase any system software updates you have downloaded or any files on your microSD card or internal memory, such as music or photos. And so, if you want to erase all the data on the internal memory while resetting the phone, select the check box of Erase internal memory.•Recovery SolutionHard Reset (Factory Reset)How can I perform a factory reset if I can’t access the phone’s setting menu?How to perform a Hard Reset (Factory Reset):1. Turn the power off.2.  Press and hold the following keys at the same time(for over 10 seconds): Power/Lock key + Camera key + Volume Down Key3.  The phone will turn on and perform a factory reset immediately. Attention:If a factory reset is performed, all installed applications and user data will be erased. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a factory reset.

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