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  • Page 1 User Guide [UG template version 16a] [bmu_lg_xpower_ug_en_111816_d5]...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started .............................. 1 Introduction ............................2 About the User Guide ........................2 Set Up Your Phone ..........................3 Parts and Functions ........................3 Charge the Battery ........................5 Nano SIM Card ..........................6 microSD Card..........................7 Insert microSD Card ......................
  • Page 3 Create an Exchange Account ..................... 26 Sign into Your Google Account ................... 27 Google Play Store ........................27 Find and Install an App ....................... 28 Request a Refund for a Paid App ..................28 Update an App ........................29 Uninstall an App ........................29 Get Help with Google Play ....................
  • Page 4 Voicemail Setup ........................47 Visual Voicemail Setup ....................... 47 Review Visual Voicemail ..................... 48 Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages ................49 Visual Voicemail Options ....................49 Configure Visual Voicemail Settings ................... 50 Optional Calling Services ......................51 Caller ID Blocking ....................... 51 Call Waiting .........................
  • Page 5 Delete Gmail Threads ......................68 Search Gmail Messages ..................... 68 Report Spam ........................68 Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ................69 Add Another Exchange Account ..................69 Switching between Gmail Accounts ..................69 Gmail Settings ........................70 Internet and Social Networking ......................71 Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) ..........
  • Page 6 Enable the Bluetooth Feature ..................... 81 Pair Bluetooth Devices......................82 Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device ................82 Send Information Using Bluetooth ..................83 Receive Information via Bluetooth ..................84 Apps and Entertainment ..........................85 Camera and Video ..........................86 Camera Overview ........................
  • Page 7 Set Alarms .......................... 98 Additional Clock Features ....................99 Capture+ ........................... 100 QuickMemo+ ..........................101 Weather ............................. 101 File Manager ..........................101 Voice Recorder ......................... 102 Uninstalled Apps ........................102 Entertainment and Activities ......................103 Google Play Music App ......................103 Play Music with Google Play ....................
  • Page 8 Ringtone ID ..........................116 Sound with Vibration ......................... 116 Vibrate Type ..........................116 Do Not Disturb .......................... 116 Lock Screen ..........................117 Apps ............................117 Notification LED ........................117 More Settings ..........................117 Display Settings ..........................119 Home Screen ..........................120 Lock Screen ..........................
  • Page 9 Apps ............................133 Backup & Reset ........................134 About Phone ..........................135 Regulatory & Safety ........................135 Getting Help .............................. 136 For Assistance ..........................137 Troubleshooting ........................137 Boost Account Information and Help ..................138 Manage Your Account ...................... 138 Re-Boost ...........................
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.
  • Page 11: Introduction

    The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new LG X power. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
  • Page 12: Set Up Your Phone

    Senses proximity towards other objects (such as your head) so that touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call. Proximity Sensor Note: Please be careful not to cover the sensors with a protective film, pouch, or a protective case not authorized by LG. Set Up Your Phone...
  • Page 13 Displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such Touchscreen as the applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength. Returns to the previous screen. It also closes pop-up display items Back Key such as menus and dialog boxes.
  • Page 14: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery Warning: Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. For your safety, do not remove the embedded battery. Your phone is equipped with a Li-Ion battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 33.0 hours of continuous digital talk time. You can charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via a USB connection with your computer.
  • Page 15: Nano Sim Card

    2. Insert the large end of the micro USB cord into an external USB port on your computer. 3. After charging, remove the micro USB cable from both the phone and the computer. Nano SIM Card The Nano SIM card is an IC (Integrated Circuit) card containing phone number and other customer information.
  • Page 16: Microsd Card

    microSD Card Your phone supports the use of an optional microSD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. Some cards may not operate properly with your phone. microSD card Cautions Data: Information stored on the microSD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage.
  • Page 17: Remove Microsd Card

    Remove microSD Card Follow these instructions to remove a microSD card. Always power the phone off before inserting or removing a microSD card. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab. 2. Tap Storage & USB. 3. Tap 4. Gently insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray and then pull out the ejected tray. 5.
  • Page 18: Use The Touchscreen

    Turn Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button to open the phone options menu. 2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off. 3. Tap POWER OFF to confirm.  Your phone will power off. Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging). Tip: The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off.
  • Page 19 Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Set Up Your Phone...
  • Page 20 Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
  • Page 21 Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. Note: The Auto-rotate switch needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change. Tap >...
  • Page 22: Activation And Service

    Activation and Service Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your phone‘s serial number (MEID), printed on the label on your phone's packaging. For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.
  • Page 23  Google Account - Sign in to (or set up) a Google Account.  Name - Add your name to personalize some apps.  Protect your phone - Prevent others from using this phone without your permission by activating device protection features. ...
  • Page 24: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations. Home Screen Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen. ■ From any screen, tap the Home key to display the home screen.
  • Page 25: Phone Settings Menu

    ■ Tap Overview to view a list of recently used applications. Phone Settings Menu You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ > Tools > Settings – or – > touch and hold > System settings. –...
  • Page 26: Capture Screenshots

    Note: You can also set the rotation option from the main settings menu. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab > Auto-rotate screen. Capture Screenshots You can use your phone’s power and volume buttons to capture screenshots. ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Button and Volume Down Button at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen.
  • Page 27: Preinstalled Apps

     The application opens. Preinstalled Apps The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone. Function/Service Access Google applications. Google Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras. Camera Browse the Internet. Chrome Displays the Contacts that can be synchronized with your phone from either your Google or Outlook account.
  • Page 28 Play Store Store app. Allows you to take screen shots and write a memo using the images. QuickMemo+ Launches the LG SmartWorld app. LG SmartWorld Reinstall apps that have been uninstalled in the past 24 hours. Uninstalled apps Access the File Manager, Weather, Calculator, Voice Recorder, Tools Downloads applications, and more.
  • Page 29: Phone Number

    Phone Number Follow the instructions below to display your phone’s wireless phone number. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab. 2. Tap About phone. 3. Tap Status.  You will see the number listed under My phone number. Airplane Mode Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your phone on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or data.
  • Page 30: Enter Text

    Google voice typing allows to use Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. ● LG Keyboard allows you to use a LG keyboard to enter text. Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key.
  • Page 31: Qwerty Keyboard

    QWERTY Keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field. Basic Operations...
  • Page 32: Phone Keyboard

    Phone Keyboard When T9 is off, to enter text, tap the key labeled with the desired letter until it appears on the screen. For example, tap once for "a", twice for "b", or three times for "c". Basic Operations...
  • Page 33: Tips For Editing Text

    Tips for Editing Text Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more. To cut/copy and paste: 1. Touch and hold a word to highlight it. 2.
  • Page 34: Google Account

    > Tools > Settings > General tab > Language & keyboard > LG Keyboard > Keyboard height and layout > QWERTY keyboard layout. 2. Drag to add or delete keys or change the order. To change to another character on the visible key, tap the key and choose the desired character that you want displayed.
  • Page 35: Create An Exchange Account

    If you don’t have a Google Account, you will be prompted to create one. If you have an enterprise account through your company or other organization, your IT department may have special instructions on how to sign into that account. Create a Google Account Online 1.
  • Page 36: Sign Into Your Google Account

    1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT > Exchange. 2. Enter the EMAIL ADDRESS and tap NEXT. 3. Enter the PASSWORD and then tap Sign in. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 5.
  • Page 37: Find And Install An App

    reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.). Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider.
  • Page 38: Update An App

     The details screen for the app opens. 4. Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm.  Your app is uninstalled and the charge is canceled. Update an App Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from the Play Store app.
  • Page 39: Lock And Unlock Your Screen

    2. Tap > Help & Feedback.  The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play. Lock and Unlock Your Screen Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it.
  • Page 40: Unlock Your Screen Using The Knock Code Feature

    Unlock Your Screen Using the Knock Code Feature The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks (or taps) on the screen. To activate the Knock Code feature: 1. Tap > Tools >...
  • Page 41: Update Your Phone Software

    update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail. An update failure may disable the phone. Other functions during update: Other phone functions cannot be used during a software update. Update Your Phone Software You can update your phone's software using the System Update option.
  • Page 42 > Settings > General tab > System updates. 2. Tap Update LG software > CHECK FOR UPDATE.  Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade.
  • Page 43: Update Your Profile

    Confirm Your Current Phone Software 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > About phone. 2. Tap Software info. Update Your Profile This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone.
  • Page 44: Your Phone's Home Screen

    Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notifications window. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
  • Page 45: Extended Home Screens

    Shows device status information including the time, signal Status Bar strength, battery status, and notification icons. Extended Home Screens In addition to the main home screen, your phone features extended home screens provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Swipe across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
  • Page 46 Network (full signal) Network (roaming) 4G LTE data service 3G (data service) Airplane mode Sync active Alarm set Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Main Notification Icons Icon Notification Missed call New voicemail New Gmail New text or MMS message New Hangout message New Boost Zone message Event USB connection...
  • Page 47: Notification Panel

    Warning Update available Update downloading Update successful Keyboard active More notifications available (pull down to view) Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be accessed through the notification panel. Notification Panel Your phone’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar.
  • Page 48: Customize The Home Screen

    Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home screen. Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen ● Moving Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the desired location.
  • Page 49: Add Widgets To The Home Screen

    Note: If you select Live Wallpapers, before you tap APPLY, you can tap SETTINGS to select custom animation settings, etc., for the live wallpaper. Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen.
  • Page 50: Making Connections

    Making Connections The following set of topics will cover your phone’s ability to help you make connections, from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services.
  • Page 51: Phone Calls And Voicemail

    Phone Calls and Voicemail The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, set up and manage contacts, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
  • Page 52: Call Emergency Numbers

    2. Enter a phone number using the on-screen dialpad and tap  If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase digits one by one.  To erase the entire number, touch and hold  You can open other applications during a call. The icon will appear in the status bar while the call is underway.
  • Page 53: Answer Phone Calls

    To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen. 2. Tap > Phone > Dial tab. 3. Tap  As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E 9-1-1 emergency location services where available.
  • Page 54: In-Call Screen Layout And Operations

     The ringtone or vibration will stop and call will be sent directly to voicemail. Reject a Call and Send a Text Message You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller. 1. When a call arrives, slide Decline with message up from the bottom of the screen. ...
  • Page 55: Place A Call From Contacts

    ● Speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off).  Activate the speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the volume buttons.)  Deactivate the speaker to use the phone’s earpiece. Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during speakerphone use.
  • Page 56: Voicemail

    2. Tap the Call logs tab to display the Call logs list. 3. Tap an entry to display the call details. 4. Tap Call to place a call. 5. To end the call, tap Voicemail The following topics describe how to set up and use your phone's voicemail and visual voicemail features. Voicemail Setup You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
  • Page 57: Review Visual Voicemail

    Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Voicemail. 1. Tap > Voicemail  You’ll see a Welcome to Visual Voicemail screen. 2. Scroll through the introduction screens to view a brief explanation of visual voicemail services. 3. At the end of the welcome screens, you'll come to a Personalize your voicemail prompt. 4.
  • Page 58: Listen To Multiple Voicemail Messages

     You will see the voicemail inbox. 2. Tap a message to review it. Tip: There are several icons at the bottom of the review screen for maintenance, storage, messaging, and other options. For an explanation of all your options, tap Menu >...
  • Page 59: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings

    Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. Tap > Voicemail 2. Tap > Settings and select from the following:  Avatar • Disable Avatar to disable Avatar compose features and content store. •...
  • Page 60: Optional Calling Services

    • SMS delivery of voice message to allow voice message delivery via SMS to recipients who do not always have VoiceSMS capability.  Sound • Notifications to determine how you are notified of new voicemails. Set the notification sound and vibrate option. •...
  • Page 61: Call Waiting

    3. Enter a phone number. 4. Tap  Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone. To permanently block your number, call Boost Customer Service. Call Waiting When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available).
  • Page 62: Call Settings Menu

    To activate Call Forwarding: 1. Tap > Phone > Dial tab. 2. Tap 3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded. 4. Tap  You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding. All calls to your wireless number will be forwarded to the designated phone number.
  • Page 63 Auto answer Allows you to set the time before a connected hands-free device under Answer and end calls automatically answers an incoming call. Incoming voice call pop-up Activate to display the incoming call pop-up when using an application. under More Activate to make a call to the U.S.
  • Page 64  Your call settings options are set. TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone.
  • Page 65: Contacts

    Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your friends from compatible social networking applications.
  • Page 66: View Contacts

    2. Enter a phone number. 3. To add the number to an existing contact, tap Update contact. To add a new contact, tap Create contact.  For an existing contact, tap the contact name and select a number type for the new number. ...
  • Page 67: Contacts Screen Layout

    Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Item Description Contacts tab Show all contacts. Search Search contacts. Tap to show a thumbnail of the contact entry. Tap an icon to place a call, send a Image message, etc.
  • Page 68: Delete A Contact

    5. Add or edit the information, and then tap SAVE. Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right of the field. Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap in each section.
  • Page 69: Back Up Contacts

    Back Up Contacts You can back up and export all of the contacts on your phone, as vCard files. You can then copy this file to a computer or another phone that is compatible with this format, such as an address book application. 1.
  • Page 70: Messaging

    Messaging With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and other messaging-ready phones.
  • Page 71: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with the contents such as images, videos, etc. Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for multimedia messaging. Compose Multimedia Messages 1.
  • Page 72: New Messages Notification

    New Messages Notification Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Text and MMS Options for details.
  • Page 73: Text And Multimedia Message Options

    4. Once completed, tap To return to the All messages screen from a text message thread, tap Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the message thread, touch and hold the message to open the options menu, and then tap Note: If a message contains a link to a web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the web browser.
  • Page 74: Gmail

     Default SMS app: Set your default messaging app as desired.  Outgoing message sounds: Enable this option if you wish to receive a sound notification when a new text or multimedia message is sent.  Notifications: Enable this option if you wish to receive a sound notification when a new text or multimedia message arrives.
  • Page 75: Create And Send A Gmail Message

    Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your phone to create and send Gmail messages. 1. Tap > Google > Gmail  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. In the inbox, tap  The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send ...
  • Page 76: Use Gmail Labels

    Open Gmail Messages from the Inbox You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox. 1. Tap > Google > Gmail  The Gmail inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view. ...
  • Page 77: Mute Gmail Threads

     The thread is now archived. Mute Gmail Threads If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox.
  • Page 78: Add Another Google (Gmail) Account

     The selected message is reported as spam Gmail. Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your phone, you can add them from the Settings > Accounts & sync menu. 1. Tap >...
  • Page 79: Gmail Settings

    Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu. 1. Tap > Google > Gmail  The Primary inbox opens. 2. Tap > Settings 3. Tap General settings to access settings for all accounts, or tap an account name to configure settings for a specific Gmail account.
  • Page 80: Internet And Social Networking

    Internet and Social Networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Hangouts. Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
  • Page 81: Data Connection Status And Indicators

    Data Connection Status and Indicators Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Icon Status Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars mean a better signal.
  • Page 82: View Browser History

    2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap >  The Web page is added to bookmarks. Bookmark Options ● Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap > Bookmarks > > Edit > edit the favorite > ●...
  • Page 83: Facebook

    Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go Facebook access. Install the Facebook App on Your Phone Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store app.
  • Page 84: Twitter

    Twitter Tweet (post messages) and view other people's tweets on Twitter. Login may be required to use Twitter. For details on Twitter, visit twitter.com. Install the Twitter App on Your Phone Before you can use Twitter on your phone, you have to download and install the app from Google Play. 1.
  • Page 85 2. Tap and select an ongoing conversation or the type of conversation you want to start.  Tap the name of the person in your contacts list. If your friend is not yet on Hangouts, you can invite your friend via SMS. –...
  • Page 86: Connectivity

    Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
  • Page 87: Wi-Fi

     For most transfers, you'll want to use File transfer.  To change the option, tap it in the Notifications window to open the storage settings, and then tap the desired option from the USB PC connection window. 4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and open it.
  • Page 88: Configure Wi-Fi Settings

    Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default settings or you instruct the phone to forget the network. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 89: Hotspot

    4. Tap > Advanced Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Direct. 5. Tap a device with which to connect.  If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. Accept the connection on the other device.  If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled. ...
  • Page 90: Tethering

    Tethering Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via Wi-Fi hotspot or by Bluetooth. Important: Use of the Tethering feature requires an additional subscription. Visit boostmobile.com learn more. 1. Tap > Tools >...
  • Page 91: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    To enable Bluetooth: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab. 2. Tap Bluetooth. 3. Tap the Bluetooth switch to turn Bluetooth on.  To disable Bluetooth, tap the switch again. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the Notifications window. Drag the status bar down to display the Notifications window and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
  • Page 92: Send Information Using Bluetooth

    1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab. 2. Tap Bluetooth.  Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “PAIRED DEVICES” list. 3. Tap a device from the “PAIRED DEVICES” list.  Your phone connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar.
  • Page 93: Receive Information Via Bluetooth

    Receive Information via Bluetooth Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 1. When another device attempts to send a file to your phone via Bluetooth, you will see a request to accept the file.
  • Page 94: Apps And Entertainment

    Apps and Entertainment The following set of topics will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.
  • Page 95: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a 8 megapixel rear camera that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options. ●...
  • Page 96: Take Pictures And Record Videos

    ● : Take photos with voice commands. (Available choices: cheese, smile, whiskey, kimchi, LG) ● : Display guide grids so that you can take photos or record videos based on the horizontal and vertical reference lines. ● : Set the locations where you want to save photos and videos. These options appear when an external SD card is inserted.
  • Page 97: Take Pictures

    Camera Cautions If the Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on the lens prevent the capturing of clear still images/videos. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth beforehand. Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose the lens to direct sunlight for long periods.
  • Page 98: Interval Shot

     In three seconds, a photo is taken. Note: To use this function, make sure that is selected under camera options. Note: An alternative way to take gesture shots is to clench your fist and then open it towards the front camera.
  • Page 99: Edit Pictures

    Pictures and Videos: Review Screen After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image at the bottom right corner of the screen to see the item in the review screen. From there, you can access options such as save, view, send, or delete the picture or video.
  • Page 100: Share Pictures And Videos

    5. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear, drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.  To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired size and position.
  • Page 101: Send Pictures Or Videos Using Bluetooth

     The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture or video you want to share.  To select multiple items, tap while viewing an album. Then tap all the items you want to include. 4.
  • Page 102: Share Videos On Youtube

     To select multiple items, tap while viewing an album. Then tap all the items you want to include. 4. Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap the app you want to use. 5. Follow the prompts to complete and post or share your pictures or videos. ...
  • Page 103: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. Switch Cameras Your phone lets you use different types of cameras depending on your settings and downloads. 1. Tap >...
  • Page 104: Productivity

    Productivity The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more. Navigation Apps Your phone offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are and get you where you’re going.
  • Page 105: Google Search

    2. Tap the Search icon and search for "scout". 3. Tap Scout GPS Navigation & Meet Up from the results list. 4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT.  The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone. 5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN. ...
  • Page 106: Use Google Voice Search

     To use all of Google Now’s functions, ensure that Google Location Reporting and Location History are turned on in your location settings. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Location > Google Location History and select your options. Use Google Voice Search Use your voice to search instead of typing, with Google Voice Search.
  • Page 107: Calculator

    Calculator You can use the Calculator application to solve math problems. 1. Tap > Tools > Calculator 2. Enter numbers and arithmetic operators on the screen.  You can long-press the results to cut, copy, and/or paste the displayed values. ...
  • Page 108: Additional Clock Features

    8. Tap Snooze duration to open a dialog box to set the amount of time to wait before sounding the alarm again if it is not dismissed. You can set the alarm to ring repeatedly from 5 minutes up to 1 hour.
  • Page 109: Capture

     to stop the timer. Stopwatch The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1. Tap > Tools > Clock > Stopwatch tab. 2. Tap to start stopwatch time. 3. Tap to stop the stopwatch. ...
  • Page 110: Quickmemo

    3. Tap to save the current memo. 4. Tap QuickMemo+ or Photos to select where to save the note. Discard the current Capture+: ■ until you exit Capture+. View the Saved Memo Your memo can be saved in the QuickMemo+ application or in the Gallery application. To view the memo saved in QuickMemo+: ■...
  • Page 111: Voice Recorder

     File Manager launches.  Follow the onscreen instructions for first-time use and permissions. 2. Tap the file type and then tap the file you want to open.  The app opens and displays the file. Voice Recorder You can record and save your voice or others’ voices from important events. Recorded voice files can be played back or shared.
  • Page 112: Entertainment And Activities

    Entertainment and Activities The following topics address your phone’s entertainment and activities options. Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or download.
  • Page 113: Google Play Music Screen Layout

    Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen. Feature Description Music list View current playlist or queue. Options menu Access the options menu. Music image/album Display music images and album names (if available). name Shuffle playlist Shuffle the current playlist or queue.
  • Page 114: Create Playlists In Google Play Music

    Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. Tap > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. Tap Menu and tap Music library > Albums or Songs tab. 3.
  • Page 115: Youtube

    YouTube View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account. View YouTube Videos You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube account. 1. Tap >...
  • Page 116: Settings

    Settings The following set of topics will cover your phone’s settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings.
  • Page 117: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings to access your phone’s settings menu. > Tools > Settings Access Settings 1. Tap > Tools > Settings  The settings menu opens. 2. Select a category tab to configure your settings options. Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel. Pull down the status bar and tap Settings Basic Settings...
  • Page 118: Networks Settings

    Networks Settings Use Networks Settings to configure your phone's Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth, Tethering, VPN, Mobile networks, and more. Networks Settings Overview The network settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Category Description Airplane mode Turn on or off wireless connections. Wi-Fi Enable and set Wi-Fi options.
  • Page 119: Wi-Fi Settings

    2. Tap the Airplane mode switch to turn the function on. While in Airplane Mode, your phone’s status bar will display Deactivate Airplane Mode 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab. 2. Tap Airplane mode switch to turn the function off. Wi-Fi Settings Your phone lets you take advantage of Wi-Fi hotspots for high-speed data access using available computer networks.
  • Page 120: More Settings

     Bluetooth tethering: Pair your phone with the other device via Bluetooth. Tip: For additional support with tethering, tap Help from the tethering menu. More Settings This menu allows you to personalize additional wireless feature settings. Mobile Networks This menu allows you to configure various mobile network settings. ■...
  • Page 121: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, tap 3. Enter your passcode at the prompt and follow the voice prompts. 4G Settings View your 4G network provider and IP address. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > More > Mobile networks. 2.
  • Page 122: Set Up Secure Credential Storage

    > Settings > Networks tab > More > VPN. 2. Tap Basic VPN or LG VPN. Note: A screen lock is required to configure a VPN. 3. Configure the settings according to the security details you have obtained from your network administrator.
  • Page 123: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings In the Sound settings menu, you can configure call and notification ringtones, audio volume, as well as some related settings. Sound Settings Overview The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Category Description Sound profile Set your phone's sound profile.
  • Page 124: Sound Profile

    Sound Profile Set your phone's sound profile. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Sound profile. 3. Tap one of the three options:  Sound  Vibration only  Silent Volume Adjust your phone's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. 1.
  • Page 125: Ringtone Id

    3. Tap a ringtone to select it and to hear it. If you want to set the ringtone, tap OK. If not, select another ringtone or tap CANCEL. To use a song as a ringtone: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings >...
  • Page 126: Lock Screen

    1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Do not disturb. 3. Set the desired options as needed. Lock Screen Allows you to choose if you want to show or hide notifications on the lock screen. 1. Tap >...
  • Page 127 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap More > Notification sound. 3. Tap a sound to select it and to hear it. If you want to set the sound, tap OK. If not, select another sound or tap CANCEL. Vibrate on Tap Vibrate when tapping the Home touch buttons and during other UI interactions.
  • Page 128: Display Settings

    Display Settings Adjusting your phone's display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life. Display Settings Overview The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Category Description Home screen Configure your phone's home screen settings.
  • Page 129: Home Screen

    Home Screen Configure your phone's home screen settings. Select Home Choose the desired Home theme. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home screen > Select Home. 3. Tap Home (standard Android layout), EasyHome (simplified version for users less familiar with Android navigation).
  • Page 130: Lock Screen

    3. Tap the option you want to sort apps by. Grid Set the layout of the home screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home screen > Grid. 3. Tap the desired grid type and then tap OK. Hide Apps Choose if you want to show or hide apps on the home screen.
  • Page 131  Password: Enter a password to unlock screen. From then on, any time you wish to turn the phone on or unlock the screen, you must draw your unlock pattern or enter the PIN or password to unlock the screen. Note: You have five opportunities to enter your unlock Pattern, PIN or Password.
  • Page 132: Home Touch Buttons

    Contact Info for Lost Phone Select whether to display the owner information on the lock screen and customize the owner information. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Lock screen. 3. Tap Contact info for lost phone, then tap the Always on Lock screen checkbox to show owner information on the lock screen.
  • Page 133: Font Type

    Font Type Choose the desired font type. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Font type. 3. Tap a desired font type. Font Size Choose the desired font size. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2.
  • Page 134: Auto-Rotate Screen

    Auto-Rotate Screen Choose whether the phone automatically switches the orientation of the screen as you turn it sideways or even upside down. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap the Auto-rotate screen switch to automatically rotate the screen. –...
  • Page 135: General Settings

    General Settings This group of settings lets you configure general settings such as accounts & sync, location, and more. General Settings Overview You can set the following options in the General settings menu: Category Description Language & keyboard Set the language and keyboard type. Location Enable location service.
  • Page 136: Language & Keyboard

    Back-up your data, automatically restore data, and erase all the data on your Backup & reset phone. About phone Displays information such as the network, battery, hardware, and software. Regulatory & Safety Check the regulatory details information. Access General Settings 1.
  • Page 137: Location

    Reverse Buttons Reverse the mouse buttons to use the primary button on the right side. Location Allows you to turn on location service. Your phone determines your approximate location using GPS, Wi- Fi and mobile networks. ■ > Tools > Settings >...
  • Page 138  Font size: Tap to set the size of the text.  Bold text: Tap to set bold text.  Touch zoom: Zoom in or out by triple tapping the screen.  Screen color inversion: Tap to invert the colors of the screen and content. ...
  • Page 139: Shortcut Keys

     Touch control areas: Limit touch control to selected areas of the screen. Press the Volume Down Button and Home Key at the same time to activate and deactivate this feature. General The General settings allows you to configure general system options. 1.
  • Page 140 Content Lock Select lock types to lock files in the QuickMemo+ app. Encrypt Phone Opens a screen that encrypts data on the phone for security. You will be required to enter a Knock Code, Pattern, PIN or password to decrypt your phone each time you power it on. Encrypt SD Card Encrypt SD card storage and keep data unavailable for other devices.
  • Page 141: Quick Cover View

    Trust Agents View or deactivate Trust agents. Screen Pin This feature allows you to lock your device so that the current user can only access the pinned app. This is useful for users with children. Usage Access for Apps Allows you to set access to App usage. Quick Cover View This menu allows you to select apps to be used directly on the cover in small view using Quick Cover.
  • Page 142: Memory

     Tap Help to view tips about the Battery saver feature. Memory You can monitor the memory used on average and the memory used by apps in the device. ■ > Tools > Settings > General tab > Memory. Activate This Device The activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service phone.
  • Page 143: Backup & Reset

    > Tools > Settings > General tab > Backup & reset. LG Backup Backs up all information on the device and restores it in the event of data loss or replacement. Back Up My Data Allows you to back up app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.
  • Page 144: About Phone

    Check your software information such as the Android version, software Software info version and etc. Review various types of important legal information for LG software, open Legal info source licenses, Google and etc. Patent information Check patent information for this model.
  • Page 145: Getting Help

    Getting Help The following set of topics will cover phone specifications and how to contact Boost Mobile and manage your wireless service.
  • Page 146: For Assistance

    For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your device, such as account information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Issue: Phone freezes/operation is unstable. Solution: Turn the phone on again. Data that was being edited is erased after your phone is powered on again.
  • Page 147: Boost Account Information And Help

    Solution 5: Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initial settings: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > More. 2. Tap Mobile networks > Access Point Names. 3. Tap > Reset to default. Issue: Battery level goes down quickly. Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
  • Page 148: Re-Boost

    ● Dial (#ADD) to make a payment. ● Dial to launch Boost Zone or call Boost Customer Care (depending on your Settings) to get answers to other questions. From Your Computer ■ Visit boostmobile.com, click My Account, and log in with your wireless phone number and account PIN.
  • Page 149: Anti-Theft Guide

    © 2016 Boost Worldwide All rights reserved. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. ® LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Corp. LG X power is a trademark of LG Corp. Wi-Fi ® and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
  • Page 150: Index

    Index 4G LTE, 71 Capture+, 100 About Phone, 135 Change the Wallpaper, 39 About the User Guide, 2 Charge the Battery, 5 Accessibility, 128 Check Received Gmail Messages, 66 Accounts & Sync, 128 Chrome Browser, 72 Activate This Device, 133 Clock, 98 Activation and Service, 13 Complete the Setup Screens, 13...
  • Page 151 Google Play Music Screen Layout, 104 QuickMemo+, 101 Google Play Store, 27 QWERTY Keyboard, 22 Google Search, 96 Reader Mode, 124 Google Search Options, 96 Re-Boost, 139 Google Services, 130 Receive Information via Bluetooth, 84 Hangouts, 75 Record Videos, 88 Home Screen, 15, 120 Regulatory &...
  • Page 152 Text and Multimedia Messaging, 61 Use Gmail Labels, 67 Tips for Editing Text, 24 Use Google Search, 96 Touchscreen Keyboards, 21 Use Google Voice Search, 97 Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Use the Browser, 72 Computer, 77 Use the Touchscreen, 9 Troubleshooting, 137 Vibrate Type, 116 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless...

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