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LG-E975
www.lg.com
MFL67781227 (1.0)

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH User Guide LG-E975 www.lg.com MFL67781227 (1.0)
  • Page 2 LG is now running a product authentication program. To make sure your handset is a genuine product of LG, ONLY one SMS containing the IMEI No. of your purchased handset will be automatically sent to LG on the date of purchase.
  • Page 3 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™, •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..5 SmartShare ...........36 PC connections with a USB cable ...38 Important notice ........12 Calls ............40 Getting to know your phone ....19 Making a call .........40 Phone overview ........19 Calling your contacts ......40 Installing the Micro-USIM card ....21 Answering and rejecting a call ....40 Charging the phone .......22...
  • Page 5 Adding an event to your calendar ...77 Mirroring ..........65 Voice Recorder ........78 Dual Play ..........65 Recording a sound or voice ....78 LG SmartWorld ........66 Sending the voice recording ....78 How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Task Manager ........79 Phone ..........66 Tasks .............79...
  • Page 6 Table of contents Polaris Office 4 ........79 PERSONAL ..........92 FileShare ..........80 SYSTEM ..........94 Backup ..........80 Phone software update ......96 About backing up and restoring smart Phone software update ......96 phone data ..........80 Backup your smart phone data .....81 About this user guide ......98 Scheduling automatic backups .....81 About this user guide ......98 Restoring smart phone data....81...

  • Page 7: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG phone models, • they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 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. •...
  • Page 10 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so •...
  • Page 11 NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Glass Parts Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it.
  • Page 12 You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other • battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the • battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
  • Page 13 If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics • service point or dealer for assistance. Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to • save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.

  • Page 14: Important Notice

    Important notice Please 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.
  • Page 15 To check the battery power level: > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Battery. Touch • 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 >...
  • Page 16 Important notice 4. Using an unlock pattern > Apps tab > Settings > Lock Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch 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.
  • Page 17 Turn the power off. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key. When the LG Logo appears on the screen, release all keys. After a few seconds, the phone will allow you to select the factory reset function in the Android system recovery utility.
  • Page 18 7. Installing PC Software (LG PC Suite) The "LG PC Suite" PC Application is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC using a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC.
  • Page 19 • NOTE: LG Integrated USB Driver The LG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device to a PC, and is installed automatically when you install "LG PC Suite" PC software. 8. Synchronizing your phone to your computer Data from your device and PC can be synchronized easily and conveniently using the "LG PC Suite"...
  • Page 20 Important notice > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE to check out the Touch storage media. Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable. A USB connection type list will appear on your phone screen, Select the Media sync (MTP) option.

  • Page 21: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Notification LED Front-Facing Camera lens Proximity / Luminance Sensor Power/Lock key Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key • Short press to lock/unlock the screen • Touch screen Back key Return to the previous screen.
  • Page 22 Getting to know your phone Volume keys On the Home screen: Controls ringer volume • During a call: Controls your earpiece volume • When playing a track: Controls volume continuously • TIP! QuickMemo function Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second to use the QuickMemo function.

  • Page 23: Installing The Micro-Usim Card

    Installing the Micro-USIM card Before you start exploring your new phone, you may choose to insert the Micro-USIM card. The eject button is a small round aperture just above the tray door. To install a new Micro-USIM card: Insert the Micro-USIM ejection tool that comes with the phone (or a thin pin) into the eject button aperture, and push gently but firmly until the tray pops out.

  • Page 24: Charging The Phone

    Getting to know your phone Charging the phone The 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. Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked.

  • Page 25: Your Home Screen

    Your Home screen Touch Screen tips Here 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.

  • Page 26: Home Screen

    Your Home screen Home screen Simply 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.

  • Page 27: Returning To Recently-Used Applications

    TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps menu, touch and hold the application you want to add. TIP! Using folders You 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.

  • Page 28: Swipe Down For Notifications & Settings

    Your Home screen Pending Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, & notifications battery status Swipe down for notifications & settings Swipe 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.

  • Page 29: Indicator Icons On The Status Bar

    Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator 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.

  • Page 30: On-Screen Keyboard

    Your Home screen New voicemail Song is playing Phone is connected to PC via Ringer is silenced USB cable or USB tethering is active Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is NFC is on active Both USB tethering and P2P is on portable hotspot are active NOTE: The icons location in the status bar may differ according to the function or service.

  • Page 31: Entering Accented Letters

    Entering accented letters When 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.

  • Page 32: Google Account Setup

    Google account setup When 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.

  • Page 33: Connecting To Networks And Devices

    Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With 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 networks To 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.

  • Page 34: Bluetooth

    You 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.

  • Page 35: Sharing Your Phone's Data Connection

    Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event, or media file, from an ap- propriate application or from Downloads. Select the 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.
  • Page 36 Connecting to Networks and Devices 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.

  • Page 37: Enabling Wi-Fi Direct To Share Through Smartshare

    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. Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through SmartShare Wi-Fi Direct automatically scans nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices and the searched devices are listed as they are found.

  • Page 38: Smartshare

    Connecting to Networks and Devices SmartShare SmartShare uses DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) technology to share digital content over a wireless network. Both devices must be DLNA certified to support this feature. To turn SmartShare on and allow content sharing >...
  • Page 39 Touch and hold a content thumbnail and flick it to the top area with your finger or touch the Menu Key > Play. To share content 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 in the Title area.

  • Page 40: Pc Connections With A Usb Cable

    Use the USB data cable to connect your phone to the PC. The USB connection type list will appear; select the LG software. Run the LG PC Suite program on your PC. Refer to the PC software (LG PC Suite) help for more information.
  • Page 41 Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable. 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).

  • Page 42: Calls

    Calls Making a call Touch 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 contacts Touch to open your contacts.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The In-Call Volume

    Adjusting the in-call volume To 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 call During your first call, touch Menu > Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialled numbers list by touching or can search contacts by touching...

  • Page 44: Call Settings

    Calls Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. On the Home screen, touch Touch Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.

  • Page 45: Contacts

    Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact On the Home screen Touch to open your contacts. Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key Touch...

  • Page 46: Creating A Group

    Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program. Install "LG PC Suite" on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using a USB cable.
  • Page 47 A Field mapping pop-up to link the contacts in your device and new contact data will appear. If there is a conflict between the data in your PC contacts and device contacts, make the necessary selections or modifications in LG PC Suite. Click OK.

  • Page 48: Messaging

    Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message Touch 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 will appear.

  • Page 49: Threaded Box

    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. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences.

  • Page 50: E-Mail

    E-mail You can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the E-mail application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.

  • Page 51: Composing And Sending Email

    Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the E-mail application, touch the Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons.

  • Page 52: Camera

    Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front–facing camera lens. Cheese shutter – To take a photo, say one of the following words: Cheese, Smile, Whisky, Kimchi or LG. Time catch shot – Touch this icon to capture the missing moment before pressing the shutter.

  • Page 53: Using The Advanced Settings

    Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back key. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Allows you to turn on the flash when taking a photo in dark conditions.

  • Page 54: Taking A Quick Photo

    Camera Selects a shutter sound. Automatically shows you the picture you just took. Restore all camera default settings. Touch this whenever you want to know how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick guide. TIP! When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as •...

  • Page 55: Once You've Taken A Photo

    Once you've taken a photo Your captured photo will appear on the screen if Auto review is set to On (refer to Using the advanced settings). Touch to view the last photo you took. Tap to view the Gallery of your saved photos. Touch to share your photo using the SmartShare function.

  • Page 56: Viewing Your Saved Photos

    Camera Select photo resolution. If you choose high resolution, file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Applies artistic effects to your photos. Applies additional options to your phones. Slideshow –...

  • Page 57: Video Camera

    Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front-facing camera lens. Video size – Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Live effect – Live effect provides various visual effects when taking a video. Flash –...

  • Page 58: Using The Advanced Settings

    Video camera Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Zoom in or zoom out. Defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions.

  • Page 59: After Recording A Video

    Touch on the screen to stop recording. After recording a video A still image representing your video will appear on the screen if Auto review is set to Touch to share your video using the SmartShare function. Touch to record another video immediately. Touch to send your video to others or share it via social network services.

  • Page 60: Lg Unique Function

    LG Unique Function QuickMemo function Use the QuickMemo function to practically and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. Enter the QuickMemo function screen by pressing both the Volume up and down keys for one second on the screen you want to capture.

  • Page 61: Using The Quickmemo Options

    Touch in the Edit menu it to save the memo with the current screen. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options You can easily use the QuickMenu options when using the QuickMemo function. Touch to keep the current memo on the screen and use the phone simultaneously.

  • Page 62: Notebook Function

    LG Unique Function Notebook function With the Notebook application, you can manage and personalize a wide variety of information. Notebook allows you to create your own special notes with drawings, images, maps and stickers. Making a note > Apps tab > Notebook.

  • Page 63: Pages-Property Panels

    Pages-Property panels Select the Read-only or edit mode. Undo or Redo. Tap this button to write. Select the Pen type, Thickness, Opacity and Color. Erase the memo that you created. Touch to attach files to the note. Touch to send your note to others or share it via social network services. Save the note with the current screen.

  • Page 64: Quicktranslator

    LG Unique Function QuickTranslator Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign sentence you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere and anytime. You can buy additional dictionaries for offline translation from the Google Play Store.

  • Page 65: Live Zooming Function

    Live Zooming function Live Zooming allows you to zoom in or zoom out on a portion of a video that is being played to make the desired scan appear larger or smaller. When viewing the video, use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spread- ing motion to zoom in or out.

  • Page 66: Qslide Function

    LG Unique Function QSlide function The QSlide function enables an overlay on your phone’s display for easy multi-window viewing. Touch to exit the QSlide function and return to full window. Tap to adjust transparency. Tap to end the QSlide function.

  • Page 67: Dual Play Function

    You can connect an MHL- or Miracast-enabled TV or monitor to your smart • phone. Some video files may not be supported by the dual play function. • The Shielded LG MHL cable is recommended. • Mirroring ∙∙∙∙∙ Dual Play...

  • Page 68: Lg Smartworld

    > Apps tab > tap the icon to access LG SmartWorld. Touch Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership. Download the content you want.

  • Page 69: How To Use Lg Smartworld

    Sign in – Set your ID and Password. Try other useful functions as well. (Content Detail screen) • NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all countries. On-Screen Phone On-Screen Phone allows you to view your mobile phone screen from a PC via a USB or Wi-Fi connection.

  • Page 70: On-Screen Phone Features

    How to install On-Screen Phone on your PC Visit LG Home (www.lg.com) and select a country of your choice. Go to Support > Mobile Phone Support > Select the Model (LG-E975) > Click OSP ( On-Screen Phone ) to download. You can install the On-Screen Phone on...

  • Page 71: Multimedia

    Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in internal memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. Touch > Apps tab > Gallery. You can manage and share all your image and video files with Gallery. NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed •...

  • Page 72: Playing Videos

    Multimedia Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch. Editing photos/videos When viewing an photo/video, tap the Menu key and use the advanced editing options.

  • Page 73: Playing A Video

    Playing a video > Apps tab > Videos. Touch Select the video you want to play. Touch to pause video playback. Touch to resume video playback. Touch to go 10 seconds forward. Touch to go 10 seconds backward. Touch to manage the video volume. Touch to change the ratio of the video screen.
  • Page 74 Multimedia < Project list screen > Help Project list area Buttons area Creat project Projects should be exported to play in applications such as videos Play project Delete project Share project with application such as YouTube < Project edit screen > Viewer area Timeline area...

  • Page 75: Video Wiz

    Split video clip into two portions over the playhead Add sound effect Add video, image or audio clip Undo an action Redo an action Add text to video or image clip Video Wiz You can make your own movie using your images/video and music. Touch >...

  • Page 76: Music

    Multimedia Tap Select style to select the desired movie style. Scroll through and select the style you want. As you scroll through the styles, a • preview will be displayed. Tap Select music to set the background music. to play your movie. to edit the video clip using Text, Sticker or Magic Spot.

  • Page 77: Playing A Song

    Playing a song > Apps tab > Music. Touch Touch Songs. Select the song you want to play. Touch to find the files with YouTube Touch to share your music via SmartShare function. Touch to set shuffle mode Touch to set repeat mode Touch to manage the music volume Touch to pause playback Touch to resume playback...
  • Page 78 Multimedia NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you • open files. NOTE: Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws.

  • Page 79: Utilities

    Utilities Setting your alarm > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > Touch After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will go off. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto App starter, Puzzle lock and Memo.

  • Page 80: Voice Recorder

    Utilities If you wish to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details. If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT and set REMINDERS, if necessary. Touch Save to save the event in the calendar. Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.

  • Page 81: Task Manager

    Task Manager You can manage your applications using Task Manager. You can easily check the number of applications that are currently running and shut down certain applications. You can also uninstall the applications you have installed on your device. Tasks This task can be synchronized with MS Exchange account.

  • Page 82: Fileshare

    This Backup application is supported between LG smart phones, other S/W versions or OSs. As a result so, when you buy the new LG smart phone, you can backup the current Your phone data to your new phone.

  • Page 83: Backup Your Smart Phone Data

    WARNING To protect against unexpected shutoff during backup or restore operations, due to insufficient battery power, you should always keep your battery fully charged. Backup your smart phone data > Apps tab > Backup > Backup > Internal Storage. Touch Touch Add new to enter a name for your backup file and select Continue.
  • Page 84 Utilities > Apps tab > Backup > Restore > Internal Storage. Touch On the Restore screen, select a backup file that contains the data you wish to restore. Select the check box next to the item you wish to restore and select Continue to restore it to your phone.

  • Page 85: Google

    Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Touch > Apps tab > Google +. • NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice. >...

  • Page 86: The Web

    The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.

  • Page 87: Opening A Page

    Opening a page  To go to new page, tap To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.

  • Page 88: Chrome

    The Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. Touch > Apps tab > Chrome. NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the Address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page ...

  • Page 89: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu > Apps tab > Settings. On the Home screen, touch > System settings. On the Home screen, touch Select a setting category and select an option. WIRELESS & NETWORKS Here, you can manage Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can also set up mobile networks and switch to airplane mode.
  • Page 90 Portable Wi-Fi hotspot – Allows you to share mobile network via Wi-Fi and you can configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings. Miracast – With Miracast, you can wirelessly mirror your phone screen and sound onto a LG Miracast dongle or TV.
  • Page 91 Bluetooth tethering – Allows you to set your phone whether you are sharing the Internet connection or not. NFC – Your phone is an NFC-enabled mobile phone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless connectivity technology that enables two-way communication between electronic devices.

  • Page 92: Device

    Settings DEVICE < Sound > Sound profile – Choose the Sound, either Vibrate only or Silent. Volumes – Manage the volume of Phone ringtone, Notification sound, Touch feedback & system, Music, video, games and other media. Quiet time – Set times to turn off all sounds except alarm and media. Ringtone with vibration –...
  • Page 93 Front key light – Set the front key light duration. Notification flash – The Notification LED is located to the left of the front camera. You can see the small LED light on when the phone is charging or when you receive a notification if LCD screen turns off.

  • Page 94: Personal

    Settings < Gestures > Move Home screen items – Touch and hold an item and tilt the device to move the item in Home screens or applications. Tilt sensitivity – Test and adjust the sensitivity of the tilt sensor for the Home screen and applications.
  • Page 95 < Location access > Access to my location – 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.

  • Page 96: System

    Help – Help for USB connection. PC Suite – Checkmark this to use LG PC Suite with your Wi-Fi connection. Please note that Wi-Fi network should be connected to LG PC Suite via a Wi-Fi connection through WIRELESS & NETWORKS.
  • Page 97 < Developer options > Keep in mind that turning on these developer settings may result in irregular device behavior. The developer options are recommended only for advanced users. < About phone > View legal information and check your phone status and software version.

  • Page 98: Phone Software Update

    Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
  • Page 99 Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data. NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and...

  • Page 100: About This User Guide

    • providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or •...

  • Page 101: Divx Hd

    DivX HD 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 ®...

  • Page 102: Accessories

    These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Stereo headset Quick Start Guide Data cable Micro-USIM ejection tool NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions. •...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no Micro-USIM card Micro-USIM Make sure that the Micro-USIM card is in the phone...
  • Page 104 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialling error New network not authorized. New Micro-USIM Calls not Check for new restrictions. card inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit limit reached.
  • Page 105 No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed function off.
  • Page 106 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the area turn on Proximity sensor around the proximity sensor. Make when I problem sure that the area around the proximity receive a sensor is clean.

  • Page 107: Faq

    Please 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. Category Question Answer Sub- Category You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit to share pictures, videos, What are the...
  • Page 108 Category Question Answer Sub- Category The Inbox is automatically Is it possible to Data synchronized. You can view other synchronize all email folders by Touching the Menu Key Synchronization folders? and select Folders to choose a folder. Google™ Do I have to log into Once you have logged into Gmail, you Service Gmail whenever I want...
  • Page 109 Category Question Answer Sub- Category Is it possible to install Any application that is available at Phone another navigation Android Market™ and is compatible Function application on my with the hardware can be installed and Navigation phone? used. Is it possible to Phone Only Gmail and MS Exchange server synchronize my...
  • Page 110 Category Question Answer Sub- Category 1. From the Home screen, touch the Menu Key 2. Touch System settings > Lock screen. 3. Touch Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern will appear.
  • Page 111 Category Question Answer Sub- Category If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, touch the forgot pattern button. You are then What should I do if required to log in with your Google Phone I forget the unlock...
  • Page 112 Category Question Answer Sub- Category VPN access configuration is different Phone for each company. To configure VPN How do I set up a Function access from your phone, you must VPN? obtain the details from your company’s network administrator. 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key My screen turns off Phone...
  • Page 113 Category Question Answer Sub- Category 1. From the Home screen, press the Menu Key I downloaded an Phone application and it 2. Touch App settings > Function causes a lot of errors. DOWNLOADED. Application How do I remove it? 3. Touch the application, then touch Uninstall.
  • Page 114 Category Question Answer Sub- Category Recovery How can I perform a Solution If your phone does not restore to its factory reset if I can’t original condition, use a hard reset Hard Reset access the phone’s (factory reset) to initialize it. (Factory setting menu? Reset)

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