Page 1 LG OPTIMUS F3 USER GUIDE...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Get Started Your Phone at a Glance Set Up Your Phone Activate Your Phone Make Your First Call Set Up Your Voicemail Sprint Account Information and Help Sprint Account Passwords Manage Your Account Sprint Support Services Phone Basics Your Phone Overview Status Bar Turn Your Phone On and Off Lock and Unlock Your Phone Battery and Charger Extend Your Battery Life Phone Function Keys Menu Key Work with Menus Notifications Panel Home Key Back Key Touchscreen Navigation Your Home Screen Home Screen Extended Home Screen Use the Applications Key Applications: H ow to View, Open and Switch Applications Customize Your Home Screen Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Screen Change the Phone's Wallpaper...
Page 3 Customize Applications Icons on the Home Screen Access Recently-Used Applications Home Screen Clean View Change the Screen Orientation Enter Text Google Voice Typing LG Keyboard Swype Tips for Editing Text Search Your Phone and the Web Phone and Web Search Using Text Entry Phone and Web Search Using Voice Command Phone Calls Make Phone Calls Call Using the Phone Dialer Dialing Options Missed Call Notification Call Emergency Numbers In-Call Options Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Pauses Dial From the Contacts List Use Direct Dialing Plus (+) Code Dialing Receive Phone Calls Answer a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled Visual Voicemail Set Up Visual Voicemail Review Visual Voicemail Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages Configure Visual Voicemail Options Configure Visual Voicemail Settings Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu Edit the Display Name via the Voicemail Menu Voicemail (Traditional) Set Up Voicemail Voicemail Notification Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages...
Page 4 Phone Call Options Caller ID Call Waiting 3-way Calling Call Forwarding In-call Options Set Up Speed Dialing Call Logs Save a Phone Number Find a Phone Number Voice Command Text-to-Speech Contacts Get Started with Contacts Add a Contact Add a Contact to Your Favorites Edit a Contacts Entry Communicate with Your Contacts Import, Export, and Share Contacts Import Contacts From Your Internal Storage Export Contacts to Your Internal Storage Share a Contact Accounts and Messaging Gmail Create a Google Account Sign into Your Google Account Access Gmail Send a Gmail Message Read and Reply to Gmail Messages Change Gmail Settings Email Add an Email Account Corporate Email Open Email Create and Send Email Reply to or Delete an Email Message Configure and Sync Corporate Email Settings...
Page 5 Text and Multimedia Messaging Compose Text Messages Read and Reply to Text Messages Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) Save and Resume a Draft Message Managing Message Conversations Delete Messages Text and Multimedia Message Options Synchronize Accounts Synchronize Your Google Account Synchronize Your Corporate Account Apps and Entertainment Play Store Sprint ID Sprint Applications Sprint Zone NASCAR Mobile '13 NBA Game Time Sprint TV & Movies Music Music Player Back Up Your Downloaded Music Files Sprint Music Plus YouTube™ GPS Navigation Google Maps™ Scout™ by Telenav Google Navigation LG Tag+ Web and Data Connect Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Network Add a Wi-Fi Network Wi-Fi Direct Data Services Your User Name Launch a Web Connection...
Page 6 Data Connection Status and Indicators Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Set Up Secure Credential Storage Add a VPN Connection Connect to or Disconnect From a VPN Browser Learn to Navigate the Browser Go to a Specific Website Browser Menu Adjust Browser Settings Create Website Settings Create Bookmarks Camera and Video Take Pictures Camera Settings View Your Pictures Gallery Options for Pictures Assign Pictures Record Videos Video Settings Gallery Options for Videos Video Wiz Tools and Calendar VuTalk QuickMemo™ Capture the Screen QSlide SmartShare Calendar Change Calendar View View Event Details Create an Event Edit or Delete an Event Set an Event Reminder Respond to an Event Reminder Display and Synchronize Calendars...
Page 7 Change Calendar Settings Folders Alarm/Clock Tasks Calculator Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On and Off Bluetooth Settings Menu Pairing Bluetooth Devices Send Items via Bluetooth Disconnect Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call System Updates Settings Wireless & Networks Settings Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Settings Bluetooth Settings Mobile Data Call Settings Incoming Call Popup Call Reject Decline with Message Privacy Keeper Power Button Ends Call North American Dialing International Dialing TTY Mode Proximity Sensor Wide Voice extension Voicemail Settings Save Unknown Numbers Voice Clarity Roaming Settings Set Roam Mode Roaming Guard Data Roam Guard Share & Connect...
Page 8 NFC Settings Android Beam File Networking More... USB Tethering Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Bluetooth Tethering VPN Settings Mobile Networks Settings Device Settings Sound Settings Ringtones and Notifications Touch Feedback & System Display Settings Home Screen Lock Screen Storage Battery App Settings Personal Settings Accounts & Sync Location Access Security Language & Input Settings Backup & Reset System Settings Date & Time Accessibility PC Connection Developer Options Activate This Device System Updates About Phone Copyright Information Index...
Page 9: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service for the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons. Set Up Your Phone You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone. 1. Install the battery. Remove the battery from its packaging. Insert the battery into the opening in the back of the phone, making sure the connectors align (see step 1 in the illustration on the following page). Gently press down to secure the battery (see step 2 in the illustration on the following page). Position the back cover over the battery compartment and press down until you hear a click (see step 3 in the illustration on the following page). Press and hold the Power/Lock Button located at the top left to turn the phone on. Get Started...
Page 10: Activate Your Phone
2. Charge your phone. Connect the charging adapter and USB cable as shown; the LG logo on the charging adapter should face toward you. Plug one end of the USB cable into the phone's Charger/Accessory Port and the other end into an electrical outlet. The charge time varies depending upon the battery level. Note: Your phone‘s battery should have enough charge for the phone to turn on and find a signal, run the setup application, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge the battery as soon as possible. 3. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button to turn the phone on. If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for Sprint service, and begin the setup application. If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information. Activate Your Phone Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account. If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use. If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to activate automatically. Get Started...
Page 11: Make Your First Call
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number on your account (you’re swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your phone. Activate on your computer: Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your phone. Activate on your phone: Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation. Touch Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process. To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated or you do not have access to the Internet, contact Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for assistance. Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Button while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock Button ...
Page 12: Set Up Your Voicemail
Set Up Your Voicemail Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your Sprint voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. 1. Press > . (Tap the Dial tab, if the screen is not already on the dial screen.) 2. Touch and hold 3. Follow the system prompts to: Create your password. Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. Note: Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. Sprint Account Information and Help Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding help. Sprint Account Passwords As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your voicemail account, and your data services account. To ensure that no one else has access to your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy. Account User Name and Password If you are the account owner, you will create an account username and password when you sign on to www.sprint.com. (Click Sign in/Register to get started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at ...
Page 13: Manage Your Account
Data Services Password With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control access and authorize Premium Service purchases. For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to www.sprint.com or call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727. Manage Your Account Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone. Online: sprint.com Access your account information. Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint service plan). View and pay your bill. Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment. Purchase accessories. Shop for the latest Sprint phones. View available Sprint service plans and options. Learn more about data services and other products like games, ringers, screensavers, and more. From Your Sprint Phone From the dial screen, tap to access a summary of your Sprint service plan or get answers to other questions. From the dial screen, tap ...
Page 14: Sprint Support Services
Sprint Support Services Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance from your Sprint phone. Sprint 411 Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings, movie listings or showtimes, driving directions, restaurant reservations, and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge. There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be billed for airtime. From the dial screen, tap Sprint Operator Services Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party. From the dial screen, tap For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at sprint.com. Get Started...
Page 15: Phone Basics
Phone Basics Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone. Tip: Phone Software Upgrades – Updates to your phone‘s software may become available from time to time. Sprint will automatically upload critical updates to your phone. You can also use the menu to check for and download updates. Press > > System settings > System updates. Your Phone Overview The illustrations and descriptions below outline your phone’s basic layout. Front View 1. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them. 2. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts. 3. Status Bar provides information about your phone‘s status and options, such as signal strength, roaming, ringer setting, messaging, and battery charge. The Status Bar displays icons indicating that you‘ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating the phone's status (on the right), along with the current time. Phone Basics...
Page 16 Contacts Key opens your contact list. 13. Browser Key launches the Sprint Powerdeck browser. 14. Power/Lock Button locks the screen. Press and hold to open the phone options menu for the following options: P ower off, Power off and restart, and Turn on Airplane mode. You can also quickly switch to Silent mode , Vibration mode or Sound mode . 15. Front-Facing Camera Lens allows you to take pictures and video of yourself. Also lets you participate in video chats. 16. Proximity Sensor senses proximity towards other objects (such as your head) so that touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call. Note: Please be careful not to cover the sensor with a protective film, pouch, or a protective case not authorized by LG. Phone Basics...
Page 17: Status Bar
Rear View 1. Back-Facing Camera Lens lets you take pictures and record videos. 2. Flash helps you take pictures and video in dim lighting. 3. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller‘s voice in speakerphone mode. 4. Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the phone charger or an optional USB cable. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone. 5. Volume Buttons allow you to adjust the ringer and media volumes, or to adjust the in-call volume during a call. 6. 3.5mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone. 7. microSD Slot accommodates a microSD™ card (expandable up to 32GB). 8. micro SIM card slot accommodates a 4G micro SIM card. Status Bar The Status Bar appears at the top of the screen. It displays icons indicating that you‘ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating the phone‘s status (on the right), along with the current time. If you have more notifications than can fit in the Status Bar, the icon prompts you to open the Status Bar to view them all. (See Notifications Panel.) Phone Basics...
Page 18 The following list identifies the symbols you‘ll see on your phone's display screen: Status Icons Icon Status Signal Strength – Shows your current signal strength (the more bars there are, the stronger the signal is). No Service – Your phone cannot find a usable signal. 4G Connected – Indicates that 4G data service is available. 4G In Use – Indicates that 4G data service is in use. 3G/1x Connected – Indicates that 3G/1x data service is available. 3G/1x In Use – Indicates that 3G/1x data service is in use. Wi-Fi Connected – Indicates that Wi-Fi is in use. Bluetooth On – Indicates that Bluetooth is on. Bluetooth Connected – Indicates that the phone is connected to a Bluetooth phone. GPS On – Indicates that GPS is on. GPS Communicating – Indicates that the phone is receiving location data from GPS. ...
Page 19 Icon Status Battery Drained (40%) – Indicates that battery is partially drained. Battery Full – Shows your current battery charge level. (Icon shown is fully charged.) Battery Charging – Indicates that battery is charging. Alarm Clock – Indicates that an alarm is set. NFC Activated – Indicates that NFC is activated. Android Beam Activated – Indicates that Android Beam is activated. Notification Icons Icon Notification New Gmail Message – Indicates a new Gmail message. New Email – Indicates a new email message. New Text or Multimedia Message – Indicates you have received a new text or multimedia message. Problem With Text Or Multimedia Message Delivery – Indicates a text or multimedia message is undeliverable. ...
Page 20 Icon Notification Full Internal Storage – Indicates that internal storage is full. Wi-Fi Networks Available – Indicates that open or secured Wi-Fi networks are available. Wi-Fi Direct – Indicates that Wi-Fi Direct is turned on. USB Connected – The phone has detected an active USB connection. USB Debugging Connected – The phone has detected an active USB connection and is in a USB Debugging mode. More Notifications Not Displayed – Indicates that there are more notifications which are not displayed in the Status Bar. Call In Progress – Indicates that a call is in progress. Call In Progress Using Bluetooth Headset – Indicates that a call is in progress using the Bluetooth headset. Call Being Forwarded – Indicates that a call is being forwarded. ...
Page 21: Turn Your Phone On And Off
Turn Your Phone On and Off Turn your phone on and off and wake-up the screen by using the Power/Lock Button . Turn Your Phone On Press and hold the Power/Lock Button . Once your phone is on, it may display "Searching for Service." When your phone finds a signal, it enters standby mode – the phone‘s idle state. At this point, you are ready to begin making and receiving calls. If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. When a signal is found, your phone automatically returns to standby mode. In Power Save mode, your phone searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for Sprint service by pressing any key (when your phone is turned on). Tip: The Power Save feature conserves your battery power when you are in an area where there is no signal. Turn Your Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button for two seconds until you see the Phone options on the display screen. 2. Tap Power off and then tap OK to power off the phone. Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging). Wake Up the Screen If you don‘t use the phone for a while, the screen and backlight will shut off to conserve battery power. 1. Press the Power/Lock Button . Your lock screen will appear. See Lock screen. 2. ...
Page 22: Battery And Charger
Lock Your Phone When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 911. Press the Power/Lock Button . Unlock Your Phone 1. Press the Power/Lock Button to wake up the phone. 2. Swipe the screen to any direction to unlock it. Note: The default Lock screen simply locks the screen to prevent unintentional actions. For more security to guard against unauthorized use, you can set an unlock requirement (such as a pattern, PIN, or password) that will need to be entered to unlock it. Battery and Charger Sprint-approved or LG-approved batteries and accessories can be found at Sprint Stores or through LG, or call 1-866-866-7509 to order. They‘re also available at www.sprint.com. WARNING: Use only Sprint-approved or LG-approved batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or LG-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property. Battery Capacity Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 16 hours of continuous digital talk time. Phone Basics...
Page 23 When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks. When there are approximately two minutes of talk time left, the phone can sound an audible alert and then turn off. Note: Long backlight settings, searching for service, using vibrate mode, browser use, and other variables may reduce the battery‘s talk and standby times. Tip: Watch your phone's battery level indicator and charge the battery before it runs out of power. Install the Battery See Set Up Your Phone. Remove the Battery 1. Make sure the power is turned off so that you don‘t lose any unsaved items. 2. Lift the back cover using the fingertip cutout located at the bottom of the phone and remove it. 3. Lift the battery using the fingertip cutout and remove it from the phone. WARNING: Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned. Charge the Battery Keeping track of your battery's charge is important. If your battery level becomes too low, your phone automatically turns off and you will lose any information you were just working on. Always use a Sprint-approved or LG-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power adapter to charge your battery. 1. Connect the charging adapter and USB cable as shown; the LG logo on the charging adapter should face toward you. Phone Basics...
Page 24: Extend Your Battery Life
2. Plug one end of the USB cable into the phone's Charger/Accessory Port and the other end into an electrical outlet. The charge time varies depending upon the battery level. With the Sprint-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it becomes completely drained. Battery Temperature Protection Though extremely rare, if the battery becomes overheated, the phone will automatically turn off. Charge with USB You can use your computer to charge your phone. To be able to charge with the USB cable, you need to install the necessary USB drivers on your computer first. Connect one end of the USB cable to the Charger/Accessory Port on your phone and connect the other end to a USB port on your computer. It is best to use the rear USB port when connecting to a desktop computer. The USB hub should be powered by an external power source. Note: Low-power USB ports are not supported, such as the USB port on your keyboard or bus- powered USB hub. The LG USB Driver is downloadable from the following site: ttp://www.lg.com/us/ > S elect SUPPORT. In the Search box next to SEARCH PRODUCT SUPPORT, enter the model name or name and click SEARCH. Click the model. On the PRODUCT SUPPORT page, click on Software Update & Drivers. Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger. Extend Your Battery Life You can extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that run in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. Reduce your Backlight On time. (See Screen Timeout.) Turn Bluetooth off when not in use. (See Turn Bluetooth On and Off.) Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use. (See Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Network.) ...
Page 25: Phone Function Keys
Use the Power Control Widget to deactivate hardware functions such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Synchronization, or LCD brightness setting. (See Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Screen.) Check the Running Services and close any unnecessary applications. Battery Charge Level Press > > System settings > About phone > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and level (as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed. Monitor and Control Battery Use The Battery use screen shows which applications consume the most battery power. You can also use it to turn off applications that you‘ve downloaded, if they are consuming too much power. Press > > System settings > About phone > Battery > Battery use. Tap any of the listed items for more options. Phone Function Keys The phone comes equipped with three main function keys that can be used on any screen to access added functions. Menu Key The Menu Key activates an available menu function for the current screen or application. When on the Home screen, tap to view the following options. Theme allows you to change the theme. Home screen settings provides direct access to the phone's Home screen settings menu. (See Home screen.) ...
Page 26 Options Menus Options menus contain tools that apply to the activities of the current screen or application, not to any specific item on the screen. To open the available options menu, tap Not all applications have Options menus; if you tap on a screen that has no Options menu, nothing will happen. Some applications have more Options menu items than can fit in the options menu; tap More to open the additional items. Context Menus Context menus contain options that apply to a specific item on the screen. To open a Context menu, touch and hold an item on the screen. Not all items have Context menus. If you touch and hold an item that has no Context menu, nothing will happen. Phone Basics...
Page 27: Notifications Panel
Select Menu Items To select a menu or option, simply tap it. If there are more menus/options than can fit in a screen, slide the screen up to display more menus/options. For example, to set the phone to play tones when dialing numbers on the dial pad: 1. Press > 2. Tap System settings. 3. Tap Sound. 4. Slide the screen up to display more menus. 5. Tap Dial pad touch tones to checkmark it. For the purposes of this guide, the above steps condense into: Press > > System settings > Sound > Dial pad touch tones. Back Up Within a Menu Tap to back up within a menu. – or – Press to return to the Home screen. Notifications Panel Notification icons report the arrival of new messages, calendar events, alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. ...
Page 28: Home Key
The Notifications Panel displays the Quick Settings and a list of your current notifications, organized into ongoing and event-based notifications. Respond to Notifications 1. Open the Notifications Panel. Your current notifications are listed in the panel, each with a brief description. 2. Tap a notification to view it. The Notifications Panel will close and the application that corresponds to your response will open. For example, new voicemail notifications dial your voicemail box, and network disconnect notifications open the list of configured networks so you can reconnect. Clear Notifications 1. Open the Notifications Panel. 2. Tap at the top right of the panel. All event-based notifications will be cleared; ongoing notifications will remain in the list. Close Notifications Touch and drag the tab at the bottom of the Notifications Panel to the top of the screen. – or – Tap . (The panel will also close when you tap a notification.) Home Key The Home Key takes you back to your default Home screen (of the 7 total available screens). Press to access your main Home screen. Back Key The Back Key returns you to the previously active screen. If the on-screen keyboard is currently open, the Back Key closes the keyboard. Touchscreen Navigation The phone is a touch-sensitive phone which allows you to select an on-screen option with a single touch and to easily scroll through long lists. Simply slide up and down through the display with your fingertip. Phone Basics...
Page 29 Your touchscreen provides an excellent way to interact with and use your Android phone. With the touch of your finger, you can access available applications, make menu selections, and access data saved to your phone. The following terms are used for describing the different available actions using the touchscreen: Tap: A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold: T ouch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact’s available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens. Drag: T ouch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them, as described in Change the Phone’s Wallpaper, or drag the Notifications Panel open, as described in Notifications Panel. Swipe or slide: T o swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don’t drag an item instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list, or browse through the different Home screens by swiping from left to right (and vice versa). Double-tap: D ouble-tap to zoom on a Web page or a map. For example, quickly double-tap a section of a Web page to adjust that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double- tap to zoom in and out when taking a picture (using the Camera), and when using Maps. Pinch-to-Zoom: U se your index finger and thumb in a pinch or spread motion to zoom in or out when using the Browser, Maps, or browsing pictures. ...
Page 30: Your Home Screen
Your Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application shortcuts, or Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by pressing Home Screen On the Home screen, you can view Quick Keys at the bottom of the screen. The Quick Keys and application icons provide easy, one-tap access to the functions you use the most. To return to the Home screen: Press at any time, from any application Extended Home Screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen. The default canvas is in the center with three extension canvases on either side of it. (For more information on sliding, see Touchscreen Phone Basics...
Page 31: Use The Applications Key
Navigation.) Use the Applications Key All of your phone‘s applications are located within the Applications screen. This key accesses shortcuts to your currently available applications. Note: The Applications screen houses all default and downloaded applications (installed from Play Store). 1. Press > to open the Applications screen. To close the Applications screen, press 2. Scroll left or right through the list and tap an icon to launch the associated application. Applications: How to View, Open and Switch All of the applications on your phone, including any applications that you downloaded and installed from Play Store or other sources, are grouped together on one Applications screen that you access from your Home screen. If you have more applications than you can currently see on the Applications screen, slide the screen left or right to view more. The Applications screen contains all of the phone's applications (though not downloaded widgets and other downloaded material that isn't an application), including the Alarm/Clock, Browser, Calculator, Camera, Play Store, YouTube, Voice Search, and much more. Phone Basics...
Page 32 Open the Applications Screen Tap Close the Applications Screen Press Note: The Applications screen closes automatically when you tap an icon to open its application. Dragging an icon onto your Home screen also closes the Applications screen automatically. Open and Switch Applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android™. Opened applications can keep running in the background when you open another application. There‘s no need to quit an application before opening another. You can easily switch among several open applications. Android manages each application, pausing and starting them as needed to ensure that unused applications don‘t waste your phone's resources. To open an application: Simply tap its icon on the screen. Tip: You can customize your Home screen with shortcuts to the applications you use most often. Applications are located on the Applications screen, but you can add an application shortcut to your Home screen for faster access. No matter where the icon is, on the Applications screen or your Home screen, just tap it to open and use it. See Add Application Icons to the Home screen for more information. To open multiple applications: 1. Tap an application icon to open it. 2. Press Phone Basics...
Page 33: Applications
2. Tap the application icon you want to open. – or – Tap to return to the current application. Note: Swipe any application preview to remove it from the recently used apps screen. Add Application Icons to the Home Screen Customize your Home screen with shortcuts to the applications you use most often. 1. Press > . 2. Touch and hold the application icon you want to add to your Home screen. 3. Lift your finger to place the app on your Home screen, or drag the icon to where you want it on the screen, then lift your finger. Applications The following is a listing of the default applications available on your phone. Icon Description Alarm/Clock – Access the Alarm/Clock application. Application Manager – Allows you to install and uninstall applications. Backup – Allows you to perform backup and restore all your user data on the phone to your memory card or internal storage. You can back up components of the LG Home screen, contacts, calendar events, messages, LG applications, Settings, and downloaded applications. Browser – Launches the Sprint Powerdeck browser. Calculator – Launches the Calculator application. Phone Basics...
Page 34: Icon Description
Dictionary – Launches the Dictionary. Downloads – Launches the Downloads application where you can view, reopen, or delete what you've downloaded. Email – Provides access your POP3, IMAP, and Exchange Server (Outlook) email accounts. Also provides access to your Gmail account. File Manager – Allows you to manage files. FileShare – Allows you to share multimedia files and documents to other phones via Wi-Fi Direct. Gallery – Displays a Gallery of camera images and video saved on your phone. Gmail – Provides access to your Gmail account. Google – Launches the Google search application. You also have access to Google Now. Google+ – Share and keep up with all the different people in your life. LG Tag+ – Launches the LG Tag+ application. Local – Allows you to discover and share places using the location-based service. Maps – Launches a dynamic map that helps you find local businesses, locate friends, view maps and get driving directions. Memo – Allows you to write a memo. Messaging – Provides access to your text and multimedia messages. Messenger – Helps you keep in touch with Google+ Messenger. Music – Launches the Music Player. Phone Basics...
Page 35 Icon Description Navigation – Launches the GPS Navigation feature on your phone, allowing you to get quick turn-by-turn directions. Phone – Accesses the phone keypad. Play Books – Allows you to purchase and download ebooks from Play Store. Play Magazines – Allows you to purchase and download emagazines from Play Store. Play Movies & TV – Allows you to rent and view videos. Play Music – Launches the Google Play Music Player. Play Store – Browse, search for, and download applications from the Play Store. Polaris Viewer 4 – Launches the Polaris Viewer application so that you can view, create, and edit document files on your phone. Qualcomm Enhanced Location – Launches the Qualcomm Enhanced Location Service application. Quick Translator – Launches the Quick Translator application so that you can understand what the foreign sentences mean. Settings – Accesses the phone’s Settings menu. Shopper – Use Google Shopper to find products, scan product barcodes, magazine ...
Page 36: Customize Your Home Screen
Icon Description Voice Dialer – Launches the Voice Dialer application. Voice Recorder – Launches your phone’s speech recognition software and initiates a Google search based on the recognized speech. Voice Search – Launches the Voice Search application. Voicemail – Launches Voicemail. Weather – Launches the Weather application. YouTube – Launches the YouTube application. Note: The Email application can access both Exchange Server-based email (such as Work email) and other Internet-based email providers such as Yahoo! and Gmail. Customize Your Home Screen You can customize your Home screen when you do the following. Create Shortcuts Add Widgets Create Contact shortcuts Change the Background (Wallpaper) Customize Application Icons Create Shortcuts Shortcuts are different from the Home screen Widgets. Shortcuts can access a specific contact, activate a feature, action, or launch an application. To add a shortcut from the Applications screen: 1. Press to access the Home screen. ...
Page 37: Add And Remove Widgets On The Home Screen
5. Touch and hold the on-screen icon. This creates an immediate shortcut of the selected icon and closes the Applications screen. The new shortcut then appears to hover over the Home screen. Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the available screens (Home or Extended). The application you add to the screen will still appear within the Applications screen. 6. While holding the on-screen icon, position it on the current screen. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut into its new position. To add a shortcut via the Home screen: 1. Press to access the Home screen. 2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen. 3. Tap either Apps, Downloads, Widgets, or Wallpapers. 4. Touch and hold a selection from the list and drag it to your Home screen. To delete a shortcut: 1. Press to access the Home screen. 2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen. 3. Drag the icon over Remove and release it. Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Screen Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through your Applications screen or on the Home or Extended screens. Unlike a shortcut, this Widget appears as an on-screen application. To add a Widget: 1. ...
Page 38: Change The Phone's Wallpaper
To place a Widget onto a different screen: 1. Touch and hold the widget you want to move. 2. Drag the widget to the edge of the screen (the left side if moving to a screen located on the left, right side if moving to a screen located on the right). 3. After about one second, the current screen will change. Repeat until you get to the desired screen. Change the Phone's Wallpaper You can select and assign your phone's background wallpaper. 1. From the Home screen, tap > H ome screen settings > W allpaper. – or – Touch and hold an empty spot on the Home screen, then tap the Wallpapers tab. 2. Tap Gallery, ID wallpapers, Live wallpapers, or any of the available wallpapers. Gallery to use a picture saved on your phone as a wallpaper. You can crop the picture before setting it as a wallpaper. ID wallpapers to open the available wallpapers that were included in your Sprint ID pack. ...
Page 39: Access Recently-Used Applications
2. Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design. – or – Tap Create photo icon to take a new picture or select a picture from the Gallery. Note: Tap to use bigger icons. Access Recently-Used Applications Your phone keeps a running list of your most recently used applications. 1. Press and hold to open the recently-used applications window. 2. Tap an icon to open the related application. Note: To remove apps from the list, swipe the desired app to the left or right of the screen. Phone Basics...
Page 40: Home Screen Clean View
The automatic screen orientation feature can be manually enabled to change the orientation for all enabled screens when rotation is detected. Note: An example of a screen that automatically re-orients by moving the phone is the Messaging screen. This only requires you turn the phone to a horizontal position. 1. Press > > S ystem settings > D isplay. 2. Tap Auto-rotate screen to enable (a blue checkmark displays) or disable the screen auto- rotation. Enter Text You can enter text using Google voice typing, LG Keyboard or Swype input methods. While entering text, you will see on the Status Bar. To change the input method: 1. Pull down the Status Bar to open the Notifications Panel. 2. Tap Choose input method and select the desired input method. Phone Basics...
Page 41: Google Voice Typing
Google Voice Typing Google voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. 1. Pull down the Status Bar and tap Choose input method > Google voice typing. – or – Tap on the keyboard. 2. Speak into the phone's microphone and watch your text being entered on screen. 3. If the text is incorrect, tap the word and correct it. LG Keyboard QWERTY keyboard, Phone keyboard, and Handwriting are available. To change the keyboard: 1. While entering text, touch and hold , slide your finger over and release it. 2. Tap Input language and type, then tap next to the desired language. 3. Tap the desired keyboard type and tap repeatedly to go back to the entry screen. Note: To use the Handwriting feature, touch and hold on the keyboard, slide your finger over and release it. Phone Basics...
Page 42 QWERTY Keyboard 1. Tap a text field where you want to enter text. 2. Enter the desired text. To enter numbers or symbols, tap To enter letters again, tap Phone Basics...
Page 43 Note: If you do not want the screen to change orientations automatically, uncheck the Auto-rotate screen. Press > > System settings > Display and deselect Auto-rotate screen. 3. When you have finished typing, tap to close the keyboard. Phone Keyboard 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". Handwriting Write the text with your fingertip. The touchscreen converts your movements into characters. Phone Basics...
Page 44: Swype
Swype The Swype™ keyboard lets you enter words by drawing a path from letter to letter in one continuous motion. When you lift your finger after the last letter of a word, a space is automatically added. Phone Basics...
Page 45 1. Pull down the Status Bar and tap Choose input method > Swype. 2. Put your finger on the first letter of the word and draw a path from letter to letter, lifting your finger up after the last letter. For more information about using Swype and its additional capabilities, including using voice entry and personalizing your Swype dictionary, touch and hold from the Swype keyboard display and then touch How to Swype. You can also visit swype.com for more information. Phone Basics...
Page 46: 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. Drag the blue highlight markers to highlight the text you want. – or – To select all the text, tap Select all in the context menu. To cancel the selection, simply tap unselected text or empty area. 3. Tap Cut or Copy in the context menu. 4. Place the cursor on the location where you want to paste the text. 5. Touch and hold the text field and tap Paste. The text that you pasted also remains in the phone's memory (temporarily), so you can paste that same text in another location. Search Your Phone and the Web You can search for information on your phone and on the Web using the Search application. Some applications, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Browser have the ability to search contents within those specific applications. You can conduct the search by typing in the search terms or saying what you‘re looking for. Typing can be useful because the search application can provide suggestions so you don‘t necessarily have to type out your full request. Phone and Web Search Using Text Entry You can search on your phone and on the Web by entering text.
Page 47: Phone And Web Search Using Voice Command
2. Enter the text you're searching for in the search field. You can use the Search preferences to configure some aspects of Google Web search (for example, whether it makes suggestions below the search field as you type), and what phone features you want to include in searches. To access these settings, tap > Settings. 3. Tap to search for the entered text. – or – If what you want to search for appears in the suggestions list, tap that item to conduct the search. 4. If the phones asks you to select which browser to use, tap your preference. Then, tap Always to keep this preference setting. Phone and Web Search Using Voice Command You can search on your phone and on the Web by voice command. Phone Basics...
Page 48 Touch and hold . Then, tap . – or – Tap from the Search Widget. When you stop speaking, Google Search by Voice analyzes your speech and displays the results of your search. The available Voice Commands are: Say "Directions to," followed by an address, name, business name, type of business, or other destination, to get directions to that location from Google Maps™. Say "Navigate to," followed by an address, name, business name, type of business, or other destination to get spoken, turn-by-turn directions to that destination. Say "Map of," followed by an address, name, business name, type of business, or other location, to view that location on Google Maps. For additional commands, tap Help. For more information on Google Search, tap > Help from the Google search screen. Phone Basics...
Page 49: Phone Calls
Phone Calls With the Sprint National Network and your phone, you can enjoy clear calling across the country. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Phone Dialer The most "traditional" way to place a call is by using the phone's dialer screen. 1. Press > . 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 will appear in the Status Bar while the call is underway. Press the Up/Down Volume Buttons to adjust the call volume. Use the on-screen buttons to add another call, put a call on hold, to use the speakerphone, and for other options, as described in In-Call Options. 3. Tap to end the call. Phone Calls...
Page 50: Dialing Options
Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, follow step 1 to access the Dialer, tap the Call logs tab, locate the call entry and tap You can also make calls from your Contacts list, from the Call logs, and using Voice Command. Dialing Options After entering numbers with the dialpad, you can use the following dialing options. Tap to view the following options: Add to Contacts: T ap to add the entered number as a new contact or to an existing contact entry. (See Save a Phone Number.) Speed dial: T ap to access the speed dials list. (See Set Up Speed Dialing.) Add 2-sec pause: E nter digits and select this option to introduce a two-second pause before the following sequence of digits is dialed by the phone. (See Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Pauses.) Add wait: E nter digits and select this option to have the phone dial the preceding set of digits first, and then dial the following sequence of digits when you tap Yes on the pop-up screen. (See Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Pauses.) Edit tabs: T ap to choose which tabs are displayed when accessing the dial pad or rearrange the order.
Page 51: In-Call Options
2. Tap . – or – 1. Touch and hold on the lock screen. 2. Tap To call the 911 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Wake Up the Screen. 2. Press > . 3. Tap . Enhanced 911 (E911) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available. When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your phone seeks information to calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your approximate location. Important: Always report your location to the 911 operator when placing an emergency call. Some designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) ...
Page 52: Dial And Save Phone Numbers With Pauses
WARNING: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear while using the speakerphone. Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Pauses You can dial or save phone numbers with pauses for use with automated systems, such as voicemail or credit card billing numbers. There are two types of pauses available on your phone: 2-Second Pause automatically sends the next set of numbers after two seconds. Hard Pause (Wait) sends the next set of numbers when you tap Yes on the pop-up. Note: You can have multiple pauses in a phone number and combine two-second and hard pauses. To dial or save phone numbers with pauses: 1. Enter the phone number. 2. Tap > Add 2-sec pause or Add wait. 3. Enter the additional numbers. 4. Tap to dial the number. – or – Tap > Add to Contacts to save the number in your Contacts.
Page 53: Use Direct Dialing
Use Direct Dialing With Direct Dialing, you are able to directly save a contact to your Home screen. 1. Touch and hold an empty area on a Home screen. 2. Tap the Widgets tab. 3. Scroll right and tap Direct dial. 4. Tap a contact from your Contacts List. The contact will appear on your Home screen. To use Direct Dial: Simply tap the contact on the Home screen. Plus (+) Code Dialing When placing international calls, Plus Code Dialing automatically enters the international access code for your location (for example, 011 for international calls made from the U.S.). 1. In the Dial screen, touch and hold until you see a "+" on the display screen. 2. Dial the country code and phone number and then tap . The phone automatically prepends the access code for international dialing, followed by the country code and phone number. Receive Phone Calls When you receive a phone call, the Incoming Call screen opens with the caller ID and any other available information (such as the caller's name, if saved in the Contact‘s list). The most recent incoming calls are recorded in the Call logs. (See Call logs.) Answer an Incoming Call If the screen is locked, swipe in any direction. If the screen is unlocked, tap ...
Page 54: Answer A Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled
The screen displays an incoming call message. Reject an Incoming Call If the screen is locked, swipe in any direction. If the screen is unlocked, tap to decline the call. The caller is sent directly to your voicemail box to leave a message. Answer a Roam Call With Call Guard Enabled Call Guard is an option that helps you manage your roaming charges when making or receiving calls while outside the Nationwide Sprint Network. Please see Roaming Settings for more information about roaming. Tap Yes to answer the call. (See Roaming Guard for additional information.) Note: When your phone is off, calls go directly to voicemail. End a Call Tap – or – If you opened other applications while on a call: Open the Notifications Panel. 1. Touch and drag the Status Bar to the bottom of the screen. 2. Tap to end the call. Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find the exact message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This new ...
Page 55: Review Visual Voicemail
activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Set Up Your Voicemail. 1. Press > > Voicemail. 2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to: Create a password (part of standard voicemail). Record your name announcement. Record your greeting. 3. When prompted to enter information, tap Dialpad to bring up the onscreen dialpad to enter your numeric responses. Important: Voicemail Password – Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. 4. Once you have completed the setup process, return to the voicemail page (see step 1). 5. Tap the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the voicemail services. Review Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review. 1. Press > > Voicemail.
Page 56: Listen To Multiple Voicemail Messages
Share to share the selected message using your favorite services like Email, Text, and direct to Voicemail. Reply to reply to the message. You can then reply to the sender or forward it to anyone with either an email or phone number. This allows you to send this voicemail message to several recipients at the same time. You can tag the reply message for both Urgency and Privacy. Tap Send to deliver the new message. Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages When you are done listening to a voicemail message you can easily access other voicemail messages without returning to the main voicemail screen. 1. Listen to the current voicemail message. 2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message. It will begin playing automatically. You can navigate through voicemail messages as frequently as you'd like. You can even move to the next or previous message before you're finished listening to the current one. Configure Visual Voicemail Options Use the Menu button to access and configure your Visual Voicemail options. 1. Press > > Voicemail. 2. From this initial screen, you can: ...
Page 57: Change Your Main Greeting Via The Voicemail Menu
2. Tap > S ettings and select from the following: Manage subscription to verify Voicemail-to-Text account information. This may take a minute. Auto forward to email to send a copy of new messages to an email address of your choice. Personalize voicemail to change your voicemail greeting for incoming calls and update password. Notifications to determine how your are notified of new voicemails. Set the notification sound and vibrate option. Delete messages to set Visual Voicemail to permanently delete messages from the Trash folder after a specific number of days. Display name to enter a name to identify yourself to people when replying or forwarding messages. Speakerphone to select if you want to play voicemails with the speaker or microphone. Themes to select a theme for the application. View quick tips tutorial to view a visual tutorial about Visual Voicemail. ...
Page 58: Voicemail (Traditional)
1. Press > > Voicemail. 2. Tap > Settings > Display name. 3. Tap the text field and enter a new identifying name (used to identify you to recipients of your voice messages). 4. Tap OK to save your information. Use Visual Voicemail to Delete Your Messages 1. Press > > Voicemail. 2. Touch and hold a voicemail entry from the list and, select the messages to delete and tap – or – Open a message and tap Voicemail (Traditional) In addition to Visual Voicemail, your phone and Sprint service always offer traditional voicemail service accessed through the phone application. Set Up Voicemail You should set up your Sprint Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. 1. Press > 2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number. 3. ...
Page 59: Voicemail Notification
Voicemail Notification There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new voicemail message. By sounding the assigned ringer type. By displaying within the Notifications area of the Status Bar when a single new unheard voicemail message is received. By displaying within the Notifications area of the Status Bar when multiple new unheard voicemail messages have been received. Note: When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail messages. Sprint recommends that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your wireless phone number. When your voicemail answers, tap and enter your password. Roaming rates apply when you access voicemail while roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network. Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is turned off. However, your phone notifies you of new messages only when it is turned on and you are in a Sprint service area. Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages You can review your messages directly from your wireless phone (using either traditional voicemail or Visual Voicemail) or from any other touch-tone phone. Use Traditional Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. Press > 2. Touch and hold . If prompted, enter your voicemail password. 3. Follow the voice prompts to listen to and manage your voicemail messages. Use Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. Press > > ...
Page 60: Phone Call Options
2. When your voicemail answers, tap the asterisk key on the phone ( ). 3. Enter your password. Phone Call Options Your phone application provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling experience. Caller ID Caller ID allows people to identify a caller before answering the phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, follow these steps. 1. Press > (Tap the Dial tab if necessary). 2. Tap 3. Enter a phone number and tap To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service. Call Waiting When you‘re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you of incoming calls by sounding a beep instead of a ring. Your phone's screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller‘s phone number (if it is available). To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call: Before accepting the incoming call, tap and drag one of the following on-screen options: Answer to answer the new call. The first caller is placed on hold. Decline to send the call to your voicemail box. To switch back to the first caller: ...
Page 61: 3-Way Calling
3-way Calling With 3-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls. 1. Press > (Tap the Dial tab if necessary). 2. Make your call to the first recipient. 3. Once you have established the connection, tap Add call 4. Enter the second caller‘s phone number and tap or select a number from your Contacts. (Your first call is automatically put on hold.) 5. When you‘re connected to the second party, tap Merge calls to combine both calls into a single 3-way call. If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected. Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have activated Call Forwarding. Activate Call Forwarding 1. Press > (Tap the Dial tab if necessary). 2. Tap ...
Page 62: In-Call Options
In-call Options While you‘re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. Tap an option to select it. Add call to initiate a 3-way call. End to end the current call. Dialpad to display the dialpad to enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code. For example: W hen you call your bank's 800 number, use your dialpad to enter your account number and PIN. 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. Mute to mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to unmute the microphone. Bluetooth (Only available when a Bluetooth headset is connected to your phone) to route the phone's audio through a connected Bluetooth headset (On) or through the speaker (Off). For Phone Calls...
Page 63: Set Up Speed Dialing
details about pairing the phone with a Bluetooth headset, see Pairing Bluetooth Devices. When the call is routed to a Bluetooth headset, the current call area shows the Bluetooth call icon ( Note: The Headset button is activated to show the current call is routed to the connected Bluetooth headset. To route the current call back to the phone, tap Bluetooth to temporarily use the phone. Tap it again to route the call back to the connected Bluetooth headset. When Bluetooth or the Bluetooth headset is turned off, the call is routed through either the earpiece or speaker and shows ( Tap during a call to display a list of additional in-call features. Tap an option to select it. Contacts: D isplay your contacts list. Memo: C reate a new memo while remaining on the call. Messaging: O pens the Messaging screen. Set Up Speed Dialing Your phone can store up to 99 phone numbers in speed dial locations. To assign a speed dial number to a contact: 1. Press > > Contacts tab. 2. Touch and hold the contact whose phone number you want to store speed dial locations. 3. Tap Edit contact. 4. ...
Page 64 Open the Call Logs Press > > C all logs. Calls are listed in the Call logs tab, the most recent calls are located at the top of the list. Scroll down to see older entries. Note: Call logs record only calls that occur while the phone is turned on. If a call is received while your phone is turned off, it will not be included in the call logs. If you return a call from the voicemail menu, it will not be included in your phone‘s Call logs. Call Logs Options Tap an entry to view the date and time of the call and call duration. The following options are available: to make a call. to send a text message. to add an entry's number to your Contacts. to view the contact entry. If several calls were made to one number or received by one number, the calls are displayed as one entry. When you tap this entry, the individual call logs are opened. You can also touch and hold the entry to open a menu with more options, to communicate with that contact in other ways. Add to Contacts (for entries not saved in Contacts) to save the number to Contacts. View contact (for entries saved in Contacts) to view contact information. Phone Calls...
Page 65 Edit number before call to edit a number before you redial. Copy call number to copy the call number. Delete call log to delete all the call logs. Delete all logs of this number to delete all the logs of this number only. Make a Call from the Call Logs From the Call logs tap at the right of the entry. Save a Number from the Call Logs 1. Touch and hold an entry and tap Add to Contacts. 2. Tap Create new contact. – or – Search for an existing contact name and tap an existing contact to add the new number to that existing contact. 3. Enter as much information as you want. (For more information about creating and editing contacts, see Contacts.). 4. Tap Save. Note: You cannot save phone numbers already in your Contacts or from calls identified as No ID or ...
Page 66: Save A Phone Number
2. If you are certain you want to clear the Call logs, tap Yes. – or – Tap No. Save a Phone Number You can store phone numbers and contact entries in your phone. You can also synchronize them with your Google™ Account, Microsoft Exchange account, or other accounts that support syncing contacts. (For more information, see Contacts.) 1. Press > . 2. Enter a phone number and tap Add to Contacts or > Add to Contacts. 3. Tap Create new contact. – or – Search for an existing contact name and tap an existing contact to add the new number to that existing contact. For more information about creating and editing contacts, see Contacts. Find a Phone Number Your contacts are displayed alphabetically in a list. It is easy to search for a contact by name. 1. Press > > Contacts tab. 2. ...
Page 67 Note: The Voice Control (Speech-to-Action) feature will not launch if you are currently in an active menu. Activate Voice Command Press > > Voice Dialer. The screen displays “Listening..." and the phone prompts you to say the name of the command you want to use. To complete your task, simply follow the voice prompts or touch an on-screen option. Available ASR commands include: Call <Name> to call an entry in your Contact List. (See Make a Voice Call With Voice Command.) Call <Number> to call a spoken phone number. Redial to redial the last phone number. Redial to call back the last Contact you dialed. Open App to jump directly to menu items or applications. (See Open Menus With Voice Command.) Tip: Use Voice Command in a quiet environment so it can accurately recognize your commands Make a Voice Call with Voice Command 1. Press > > Voice Dialer. 2. When you see "Listening..." say "Call" followed by the name and the label for the phone number you wish to call. For example, say "Call John Smith Mobile." The phone dials the number stored for the contact "John Smith" with the label "Mobile."...
Page 68: Text-To-Speech
Open Menus with Voice Command The Voice Command application allows you to directly open many menu items or applications by saying voice commands. 1. Press > > Voice Dialer. 2. When you see "Listening..." say "Open" followed by a menu or application. 3. If a list of valid actions is displayed, tap an action, the phone opens the selected menu. Text-to-Speech The text-to-speech feature allows the phone to provide a verbal readout of on-screen data such as messages and incoming caller information (based on Caller ID). Text-to-Speech Settings 1. Press > > System settings > Language & input > Text-to-speech output. 2. Configure any of the following Text-to-Speech settings: Preferred Engine: C hoose which text-to-speech engine you prefer to use. Tap to set various engine settings. Speech rate: A llows you to adjust the rate at which the displayed text is spoken by the phone. Choose from: V ery slow, Slow, Normal, Fast, and Very fast. ...
Page 69: 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 Facebook friends. Get Started with Contacts Use the Contacts application to add, view, and communicate with your family, friends and acquaintances. Access Contacts Press > > All of your contacts are displayed alphabetically in a list. If you have a new phone and haven't added any contacts yet, the Contacts application will display hints on how to start adding contacts to your phone. To add contacts shortcut to the Home screen, touch and hold an empty spot on one of the Home screen canvases, and tap the Widgets tab. Swipe the widgets left or right until you find Contact or Favorite contacts widget and select it. Scroll through the list to view all your contacts. To see a specific entry, scroll to it and touch it. Tip: If you have a lot of contacts stored, you’ll see a slider on the right when you’re flicking up or down the list. To go directly to a letter, touch and hold the slider and drag it to a letter. Contacts List Options From the Contacts list, tap to display the following options. Delete: A llows you to delete contacts. Share: A llows you to share contacts. ...
Page 70: Add A Contact
Add a Contact You can add contacts on your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google™ Account, Microsoft Exchange account, or other accounts that support syncing contacts. The Contacts application tries to join new addresses with existing contacts, to create a single entry. You can also manage that process manually. 1. Press > > . 2. Tap to add a contact. 3. Tap a destination type (Phone, Google), if applicable. 4. Tap to select a picture to display next to the name in your list of contacts and in the Caller ID. 5. Tap the Name field and enter a name for the new entry. 6. Tap the Phone field and enter a phone number. 7. Tap the label button (to the right of the phone number field) to select one of the following categories: M OBILE, WORK, HOME, MAIN, WORK FAX, HOME FAX, PAGER, OTHER, CUSTOM. 8. Tap the Email field and enter an email address and select the label from HOME, WORK, OTHER, CUSTOM. 9. Tap the Group name field and select one of the default groups or tap New group to create a new group.
Page 71: Add A Contact To Your Favorites
11. Enter information as much as you want and when you're finished, tap Save. Add a Contact to Your Favorites Favorites contains a short list of the contacts you communicate with most often. 1. Press > > . 2. Tap a contact to view its details. 3. Tap the star to the right of the contact's name. (A gold star appears.) To remove a contact from your favorites list: 1. Press > > > F avorites tab. 2. Tap a contact to view its details. 3. Tap the gold star to the right of the contact's name. The star will turn gray, meaning it has been removed from your Favorites.
Page 72 Changes made to information from one source do not automatically change the information on the other sources. For example, if you have information about a contact from a Google Account and an Exchange account and both are configured to sync contacts, changes to the contact from the Google Account are synced to that account on the Web, but the information from the Exchange account will remain unchanged. For more information about working with multiple accounts, see Synchronize Accounts. Edit Contact 1. Press > > 2. Touch and hold the contact whose details you want to edit. 3. Tap Edit contact. 4. Edit the desired contact information. 5. Tap Save. Change a Contact's Default Phone Number The default phone number is used when you initiate a call or send a text message using the context menu (by touching and holding a contact). 1. Press > > 2. Tap the name of a contact to view its details. 3. Touch and hold the phone number you want to set as the contact's default phone number. 4. Tap Set as default number. (A checkmark will appear next to the default phone number.) Select a Ringtone for a Contact 1. Press > > ...
Page 73 If the contact contains information from a read-only account, you will not be able to delete it; you will only be able to change the sync settings for that account or delete the account itself. If the contact contains information joined from a read-only account, a dialog box will inform you that you must separate the contact entry into individual contacts to delete the contact. 4. Tap Yes to confirm that you want to delete the contact. Add a Number to a Contact 1. Press > > 2. Touch and hold the contact's entry. 3. Tap Edit contact in the menu that opens. 4. Tap 5. Tap the label button to the right of the phone number field and select the relevant label. To create your own label, tap CUSTOM. 6. Enter a phone number and tap Save. Edit a Contact’s Number 1. Press > > 2. Touch and hold a contact's entry. 3. Tap Edit contact. 4. Tap a phone number to edit. 5. Re-enter or edit the number and tap Save. Assign Direct Dialing Numbers Besides Speed dialing, you are also able to directly save a contact to your Home screen.
Page 74: Communicate With Your Contacts
Assign a Picture to an Entry Assign a picture to display each time a certain contact calls you. 1. Press > > 2. Touch and hold the contact's entry. 3. Tap Edit contact. 4. Tap 5. Tap Take photo to take a new picture. The camera will launch. – or – Tap Select from Gallery to select a picture from the Gallery. 6. After cropping the picture as you want, (see Gallery Options) tap Save. Find Contacts by Name 1. Press > > 2. Tap the Search contacts field. 3. Start entering the name of the contact you‘re searching for. As you type, contacts with matching names will appear below the search box. 4. Tap a matching contact in the list to open its entry. Communicate with Your Contacts From the Contacts or Favorites tab, you can quickly call or send a text (SMS) or multimedia message (MMS) message to a contact's default phone number. You can also open a menu to ...
Page 75 2. Tap the icon corresponding to the type of communication you want to start. Depending on the contact information saved, the available actions will be displayed above the name. To communicate with a contact: 1. Press > > . 2. Tap the contact's entry. 3. In the contact's details screen, tap the method you wish to communicate with the contact. Tap next to the number you want to call to directly. Tap next to the number you want to message. Note: Anytime you see the green Call Key next to a number, such as in your Favorites or Call logs, just tap it to call that number. To call a contact’s default number: 1. Press > > . 2. Tap next to the contact entry. 3. ...
Page 76: Import, Export, And Share Contacts
Import, Export, and Share Contacts If you have contacts stored in vCard format on the phone's internal storage, you can import them into your Contacts application on your phone. You can also export contacts in vCard format onto the phone internal storage. Export your contacts to back them up to a computer or another phone. Import Contacts From Your Internal Storage You can import contacts from your internal storage directly to your Phone. 1. Copy the vCard files to your phone from your computer. 2. Press > > 3. Tap > Import/Export > Import from internal storage. 4. If you have more than one account on your phone, tap the account into which you want to import the contacts. 5. Tap the files you wish to import and tap Import and Yes to confirm. Export Contacts to Your Internal Storage You can 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 77 4. Choose the method for sending. Contacts...
Page 78: Accounts And Messaging
Accounts and Messaging With Sprint service and your phone‘s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Gmail This email client is Google‘s Web-based email service. (See Synchronize Your Google Account.) From a computer, launch your preferred Web browser and navigate to www.gmail.com. Depending on your synchronization settings, Gmail (along with calendar events, phone numbers and other contact information) on your phone is automatically synchronized between your phone and your Gmail account on the Web. Create a Google Account You must create and/or sign into a Google Account to use Gmail™, Google Talk™, Google Calendar™, and other Google Apps. Signing into a Google Account is also necessary to download applications from the Google Play Store app to sync your data (if applicable) with the Google servers, and to take advantage of any other available Google services on your phone. 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. 1. From a computer, or from your phone's Browser, navigate to www.google.com. 2. On the main page, select Sign In > S IGN UP. 3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account. 4. Log into your provided email address, locate the email from Google, and respond to the new email to both confirm and activate your new account. Sign into Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to ...
Page 79: Access Gmail
3. Tap the Email and Password fields and enter your information. 4. Tap . 5. Select Join Google+ to join or Not now to skip this step and join later. 6. Read the disclaimer about Backup and restore and checkmark the box to keep the phone backed up with the Google Account. Then, tap Next. Your phone then communicates with the Google servers to confirm your information. Important: Some applications, such as Calendar, work only with the primary Google Account (the first Google Account set up with your phone). If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your phone, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first. When you sign in, your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events, and other information from these applications and services on the Web can be synchronized with your phone. You will be prompted to sign in or to create a Google Account the first time you start an application that requires one, such as Gmail or Play Store. Access Gmail Access your personal Gmail account directly on your phone. When you open the Gmail application, the most recent conversations are displayed in your Inbox. Press > > Gmail. All of your conversations are displayed in your Inbox unless you delete, archive, or filter them. Conversations with new messages are displayed with bold subject lines. To read a message in a conversation, tap the conversation. (See Read Your Messages.) Accounts and Messaging...
Page 80 View Your Gmail Inbox when Gmail is Running If you are viewing a message or another label, tap until you return to your Inbox. You can also tap or and select Inbox. Add Another Google Account 1. From your Gmail Inbox, tap > S ettings. 2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT in the upper right corner of the screen. 3. Tap Existing or New, then enter the necessary information. Switch Between Accounts Gmail displays conversations and messages from one Google Account at a time. If you have more than one account, you can open the Accounts screen to view how many unread messages you have in each account and switch accounts. From your Inbox, tap by the email account, then tap the account that contains the messages you want to read. Read Your Messages Tap a conversation that contains the message you want to read. Accounts and Messaging...
Page 81: Send A Gmail Message
When you open a conversation, the first unread or starred message is displayed. If you want to contact the sender, tap the Contact's picture ID to open Quick Contact. (See Communicate with Your Contacts.) When reading messages in a conversation, you can use the buttons at the bottom of the screen to archive the entire conversation or delete it. After you delete a conversation, you can tap UNDO in a dark gray box that appears on the bottom of the screen. You can scroll to the bottom of a message to access buttons for replying to or forwarding the message, as described in Read and Reply to Text Messages. To reread a message: When you open a conversation, messages that you‘ve already read are minimized into a tab that indicates the number of hidden messages. 1. Press > > Gmail. 2. Tap the conversation you want to view. 3. Tap the contact name to open that message. When reading a message or when its tab is selected, you can tap to return a read message to the unread state. For example, to remind yourself to read it again later. Send a Gmail Message You can compose and send a message to people or groups with Gmail addresses or other email addresses. 1. Press > > Gmail. Accounts and Messaging...
Page 82: Read And Reply To Gmail Messages
2. Tap Note: This will start the message from your default Gmail account. To send it from another account, on the Accounts screen, tap the triangle icon by the email account, then tap the account you want to use. 3. Enter a recipient's address. As you enter text, matching addresses are displayed from your Contact list. You can tap a suggested address or continue entering text to enter a new one. 4. Tap > Add Cc/Bcc to copy (normal or blind status) recipients, if necessary. 5. Enter a subject for the message in the Subject field. 6. Continue into the next field to compose your email message. 7. Tap > Attach picture or Attach video to add an attachment to the email. 8. Tap to send the email. – or – If you're not ready to send the message, tap > Save draft instead. You can read your drafts by opening messages with the Drafts label. – or – Tap > Discard to erase the message (including any saved drafts). Note: If you aren't connected to a network - for example, if you‘re working in Airplane mode - the messages that you send are stored on your phone, with the Outbox label until you connect to a network again. Read and Reply to Gmail Messages You can continue an email conversation by replying to a message or by forwarding it.
Page 83 You can add one or more people to an ongoing conversation by replying to all and then adding the new person's address(es) to the message. All of the messages in the conversation are included in the new message; any messages that follow the message you forward are omitted. 2. Tap to send the email. Note: You can change the message action after you've started the message. Simply tap the in the message header to the right of the current message action, then tap the one you want. For example, if you chose Reply but decide you want to Reply all. Work with Conversations in Batches With Gmail, you can archive, label, delete, or perform other actions on a batch of conversations at once. 1. From the Inbox or another label, tap the checkmark box to the left of each message for all the messages you want to include in the batch. When you checkmark a conversation, the (Archive), (Delete), (Labels), (Read/Unread) or (More) buttons appear at the bottom of the screen. 2. Tap (Archive), (Delete), (Labels), (Read/Unread or (More). The chosen action affects the selected batch of messages. If you accidentally delete a batch of conversations, you can tap UNDO in the grey bar (that appears briefly after the action) at the bottom of the Inbox screen to return the messages to the Inbox or appropriate label. You ...
Page 84: Change Gmail Settings
Change Gmail Settings You can change a number of settings for Gmail. Each Google Account has its own settings, so your changes affect only the current account. (See Switch between accounts). Notification volumes and some synchronization settings can also be changed in the Settings application. 1. Press > > Gmail. 2. Tap > S ettings > G eneral settings. Confirm before deleting: C heckmark the checkbox to ask to confirm before deleting a message. Confirm before archiving: C heckmark the checkbox to ask to confirm before archiving a message.
Page 85: Email
Notifications: C heckmark to receive a Status Bar notification when mail arrives. Sound & vibrate: O pens a dialog box to set the Sync download amount for this account and how you want to be notified. Signature: O pens a dialog box to enter the signature you want to send at the end of your email. Sync Gmail: O pens the Accounts & Sync screen to modify your sync settings for this account, or remove this account. Days of mail to sync: O pens a dialog box to set the number of days of mail to sync. Modifying this setting affects the sync download in the Ringtone & vibrate setting. Manage labels: O pens a dialog box to set which mail labels are synced. Download attachments: C heckmark to automatically download attachments to recent messages using a Wi-Fi connection.
Page 86: Add An Email Account
Post Office Protocol (POP) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs and is currently more common among consumer applications. POP3 is the current standard. Note: For more information, review your email carrier‘s support documents or contact your IT administrator. Email Icons/Shortcuts - Email shortcut - Gmail shortcut Status Bar - Notifications - New Email message received - New Gmail message received Add an Email Account The Email application only reveals all currently added email accounts. To view additional email accounts within the main Email screen, they must first be added. 1. Press > > Email. 2. Do one of the following: If this is your first time to add an email account, tap Other on the Select email provider screen. If you have already added an email account in Email, tap > S ettings > . If the Select email provider screen is displayed, tap Other.
Page 87: Corporate Email
Corporate Email The Email application also provides access to your Exchange ActiveSync server via your phone. If your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007 and 2010 as the corporate email system, you can use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts and Task information directly with your company‘s Exchange server. Important: This Outlook application does not utilize Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize the phone to your remote Exchange Server. This synchronization is done wirelessly over the air (OTA) and not via a direct connection. Set Up a Corporate Email Account Important: Before setting up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, contact your company's Exchange Server administrator for your required email settings information. 1. Press > > Email. 2. Tap Microsoft Exchange (from the add new email account screen). 3. Enter your Email address and Password information, then tap Next. Consult your company's Exchange Server administrator for further details. Email address: Y our Outlook work email address. Password: T ypically your network access password (case-sensitive). 4. Enter a Server address, Domain and tap Next. ...
Page 88: Open Email
Important: You can synchronize over the air (not directly) with an Exchange Server running Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (SP2) or Microsoft Exchange Server 2010. Note: You can have multiple Work Email (Microsoft Exchange) accounts active on your phone. Open Email Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer. 1. Press > > Email. 2. Tap a message to read, manage, or reply to. From your Inbox screen, tap to select the following options: R efresh, Folders, Sort by, Downloadlist, and Settings. While in a message, the options described in the image below are available. Create and Send Email Create and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to email messages. 1. From the Inbox, tap 2. Enter the recipient‘s email address in the To field. You can add as many message recipients as you want. Note: To send an additional carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other recipients, enter the recipients in the Cc or Bcc field. 3. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject. 4. ...
Page 89: Reply To Or Delete An Email Message
You can access the internal storage and navigate to the file you wish to attach. Tap the file you wish to attach. 5. Tap to send the email. Note: If you close the messaging window before sending it, it is stored in Drafts. Reply to or Delete an Email Message Replying to or deleting an email is also simple. 1. From the Inbox, tap an email message to view it. 2. With the email message displayed, tap and choose Reply. If you select Forward, you must specify the message‘s recipients. 3. Enter a new message body and tap Delete an Email Message Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and tap Delete from the pop-up context menu. – or – With the email message displayed, tap Configure and Sync Corporate Email Settings You can sync and configure various settings for your corporate email and create a corporate email signature. Sync Your Accounts 1. ...
Page 90 Accounts Account name: D isplays the name used by the phone to track the account. Your name: D isplays your name. Tap this to change it. Use signature: T o add a signature or other information to outgoing email. Signature: D isplays a signature. Tap this to change it. Update schedule: C hoose the update schedule. Folders to sync: S elect the folders you want to synchronize. Days to sync email: C hoose how many days of email you want to sync. Message format: ...
Page 91: Text And Multimedia Messaging
Configure General Email Settings 1. Press > > S ystem settings > A ccounts & sync. 2. Tap Email to display the account’s synchronization settings screen. 3. Tap Email Settings and select General settings to set the following settings. Set default account: A llows you to set the default account. Storage: S elect the storage location for attachments. Roaming: A llows you to retrieve emails automatically while roaming. Email preview: A llows you to set how much lines of email to display as a preview in the mailbox.
Page 92: Read And Reply To Text Messages
Mobile: T ap to use the keypad to enter a wireless phone number directly. Email: Y ou can also enter the recipient‘s email address. 3. Tap a matching entry from the on-screen dropdown list. This list is populated by matches found from your managed accounts. 4. Tap the text field and enter your message. To enter a smiley from the menu options, tap > I nsert smiley. Make a selection from the list to insert it into your current message. 5. Review your message and tap Send. Read and Reply to Text Messages When you receive a text message, your phone will notify you. Open the Notification Panel and tap the text message notification. – or – Press > > Messaging and tap the new message. Reply to a Text Message 1. ...
Page 93: Save And Resume A Draft Message
Compose Multimedia Messages 1. Press > > Messaging > 2. Tap the To field and enter the recipient‘s phone number or email information. As you enter the phone number or email address, matching contacts appear on-screen. Tap an available matching recipient or continue entering the phone number or email address. 3. Tap text and enter your message. 4. Tap 5. Select a multimedia attachment type: Image: O pens the Gallery application. Use the on-screen navigation to select the picture you wish to send with the outgoing message. Take photo: O pens the Camera application. Take a picture, and then tap OK to use this image in your message. (See Take Pictures.) Video: O pens the Gallery application. Use the on-screen navigation to select a video and attach it to your outgoing message. Record video: O pens the Camcorder application. Record a video, then tap OK to use this video in your message. (See Record Videos.) Audio: O pens a menu that allows you to browse for audio files using different applications. ...
Page 94: Managing Message Conversations
Managing Message Conversations Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the All messages screen. Threaded text or multimedia messages let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the screen. To read a text message: Do one of the following: On the All messages screen, tap the message thread to open and read it. If you have a new message notification, touch and slide the Status Bar down to open the Notifications Panel. Tap the new message to open and read it. To view a multimedia message (MMS): 1. Press > > Messaging. 2. On the All messages screen, tap a message thread to open it. 3. While viewing a message, tap the play icon (on the video or audio file) to playback the file or tap the image to view the picture. Tip: The file attachment on the multimedia message can be saved to your phone's internal storage or external storage. To save the attachment, touch and hold the file and tap Save attachments from the Message options context menu. Then, select where to save the file. Note: When Auto-retrieve in multimedia message settings is disabled, only the message header is downloaded. To download the entire message, tap the Download button at the right side of the message. For details, see Text and Multimedia Message Options. To reply to a text or multimedia message: 1. Press > > Messaging. 2. ...
Page 95: Delete Messages
Note: If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the number or add it to your contacts. To protect a message from deletion: You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation. 1. Press > > Messaging. 2. On the All messages screen, tap a message thread to open it. 3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock. 4. Tap Lock message on the options menu. A lock icon is displayed at the right hand side of the message. Delete Messages You can delete a single message or several messages at a time. To delete messages 1. Press > > Messaging. 2. Open a message thread and tap > Delete. 3. Tap the Select all checkbox at the top left corner or select individual messages, then tap Delete. 4. When prompted to confirm, tap Yes. Any locked messages in the thread will not be deleted unless you select the Delete locked messages check box. To delete a message thread: 1. Press > ...
Page 96: Text And Multimedia Message Options
Text and Multimedia Message Options The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and multimedia messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications. 1. Press > > Messaging. 2. On the All messages screen, tap > Settings. 3. Adjust the following settings according to your needs: Storage Delete old messages: E nable this option to delete older text messages when the limit for maximum number of text messages is exceeded. Text message limit: S ets the maximum number of text messages that can be stored on the phone (per conversation). Multimedia message limit: S ets the maximum number of multimedia messages that can be stored on the phone (per conversation). ...
Page 97: Synchronize Accounts
Set priority: S elect Low, Normal, or High. Conversation skin: A llows you to select the desired conversation skin. Notification Notifications: E nable this option if you wish to receive a notification in the Status Bar when a new text or multimedia message arrives. Preview: E nable this option if you wish to preview the contents of messages when new messages arrive. New message popup: E nable this option if you wish to see a new message as a pop- Notification sound: A llows you to select a ringer to sound when a new message is received. Tap this option, and then select a ringtone that is specific to new text and multimedia messages. A sample will briefly be played upon selection. Vibrate: E nable this option if you want the phone to vibrate when a new text or multimedia message is received. ...
Page 98: Synchronize Your Google Account
Enable Auto-Sync 1. Press > > System settings > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap Auto-sync data to automatically sync all accounts. Tap an account you've already set up to choose the type of data you want to synchronize. For example, you can choose to sync your Google Calendar and/or Gmail data. Synchronize Your Google Account By default, there are no accounts managed by the phone. These must be added manually. 1. Press > > System settings > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT > Google. 3. Tap Existing. Note: If you do not already have a Google Account, tap New and follow the on-screen prompts to create your new account. 4. Tap the Email and Password fields and enter your information. 5. Tap . Your phone then communicates with the Google servers to confirm your information. 6. Read the disclaimer about Backup and restore and checkmark to keep the phone backed up with the Google Account. Then, tap Next.
Page 99 2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT > Microsoft Exchange. 3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your new Corporate email account. (See Corporate Email.) 4. Read the disclaimer and tap Activate. Depending on the type of account, you might be required to set a password screen lock. 5. Tap the options you wish to configure: Update schedule: A llows you to configure when to update emails. Days to sync email: A llows you to configure how many days of data you want to sync. Set as default: C heckmark this if you wish to set as the default account. Sync Email: C heckmark this option to sync emails. Sync Contacts: C heckmark this option to sync contacts. ...
Page 100: Apps And Entertainment
Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Apps list. Play Store Play Store provides direct access to Android applications and games to download and install on your phone. Access the Play Store 1. Press > > Play Store. 2. If not already logged in with your Google Account, tap Existing. 3. Tap and enter your Google Account information. 4. Touch Accept to agree to the Play Store terms of service. Note: Play Store options may vary depending on the version installed in your phone. Your Play Store application will update automatically when available. Select and Install a Google Application 1. Press > > Play Store. 2. Browse for an application. Once you have decided on one, tap it to view its details. 3. Read the application descriptions and comments. 4. Tap Install (for free applications) or the Price button (for paid applications). Note: Use caution with applications which request access to any personal data, functions, or significant amounts of data usage times.
Page 101: Sprint Id
– or – Press > > Play Store > > My apps. 2. Tap the installed application. Reinstall a Google Application If the Android Operating System is ever updated, any data contained on the phone will be erased. The only data stored on the phone are Google applications available via Play Store. Note: Pictures, videos, applications and music are stored in the phone's internal memory. Contacts and Calendars are stored remotely on your remote Google or Outlook servers. 1. Press > > Play Store > > My apps. 2. Swipe the screen to the left and scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google applications and choose the one you wish to reinstall. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Sprint ID ID Packs are bundles of applications, ringtones, wallpapers, settings, and more. ID Packs are installed using an application called Sprint ID. You can have multiple ID Packs installed at any one time and you can easily switch from one ID Pack to another without losing any applications already installed. Install Your First ID Pack Note: Your phone must be activated, your battery should be fully charged, and you should be in a network coverage area before you install an ID Pack. 1. Tap Sprint ID from the Home screen.
Page 102: Sprint Applications
6. If prompted, touch Continue on any following screens until you see the Downloading icon in the Status Bar. Note: While the ID Pack is downloading in the background, you can begin to explore the features of your new phone from the Home screen. When the download is complete, you will see the Download finished icon in the Status Bar. WARNING: DO NOT interrupt the download process. Switch ID Packs 1. Press > Sprint ID. 2. Tap an ID Pack to replace your current pack. – or – Tap Get New ID Packs to install a new ID Pack and follow steps 2–7 on the previous page. Note: Certain features of Sprint ID are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information about using Sprint ID, please visit www.sprint.com. Sprint Applications You can access a wide variety of Sprint applications in many different categories with your phone and data service. Currently, various applications, such as NASCAR, Sprint NBA Mobile, Scout™ by Telenav, Sprint Music Plus, and Sprint TV are available when you download them from Play Store or Sprint Zone. Note: Some Sprint data applications may not work with a Wi-Fi connection present. If prompted, disable your phone's Wi-Fi feature while using these applications. Download Sprint ID Packs 1. Press > Sprint ID. On the Choose your ID screen, tap Get New ID Packs.
Page 103: Sprint Zone
1. Press > > [application name]. The application will then be downloaded. 2. Follow the instructions to customize your application (such as selecting a favorite team or driver) or tap to explore your options. Note: Important Privacy Message – Sprint‘s policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require Sprint to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider‘s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren‘t comfortable with the third-party application‘s policies, don‘t use the application. Sprint Zone Sprint Zone is a free application that lets you stay connected to all the latest news and information from Sprint. Included here are Sprint customer promotions, news, feedback, featured apps and tips/tricks for your phone. 1. Press > > Sprint Zone. 2. Navigate through the list to find your relevant topics. 3. Tap a topic link to continue to that page. NASCAR Mobile '13 Now you have the ability to get every bit of NASCAR coverage, news, and stats right on your phone. Note: You can download the NASCAR application from the Play Store. (For more detailed Play Store information, see Play Store.) 1. Press > ...
Page 104: Nba Game Time
Allows you to vote for the driver you want in the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race. Tap to view the latest news via articles, videos, and social media. Tap to view information about NASCAR drivers. Tap to view the upcoming schedule. Tap to view the current standings. Tap to purchase tickets. Tap to play NASCAR Fantasy. Allows you to shop for NASCAR merchandise. Tap to view the latest Miss Sprint Cup information. NBA Game Time Get access to in-game and post-game video highlights, news, stats, scores, and live radio broadcasts. Sprint NBA Mobile also provides direct access to live ESPN NBA Games via Sprint TV’s ESPN Channel. Note: You can download the NBA Game Time application from the Play Store. (For more detailed Play Store information, see Play Store.) 1. Press > > Downloads tab > NBA Game Time. 2. Browse the application menus to stay up-to-date with the NBA. 3. Tap for the following options: ...
Page 105: Sprint Tv & Movies
NBA Store: A llows you to access the NBA Store. Feedback: A llows you to send feedback to the application developer. FAQ: A llows you to view the frequently asked questions. About NBA Game Time: A llows you to view version information about the application. Terms & Conditions: A llows you to view the Terms & Conditions. Blackout Information: A llows you to view information about game blackouts. Sprint TV & Movies The Sprint TV & Movies application offers a wide variety of accessible channels. Subscription options include comprehensive basic packages as well as a full menu of a la carte channels. Visit sprintchannels.mobitv.com for more information on channels and pricing. Note: You can download the Sprint TV & Movies application from the Play Store. (For more detailed Play Store information, see Play Store.) Note: Available categories and content are subject to change.
Page 106: Music Player
Music Player You can play music and set as ringtone. 1. Tap > > Music. 2. You can select music tracks from the following tabs: Songs: T o browse through your downloaded music library. Albums: T o display your music library sorted by album. Artists: T o display your music library sorted by artist. Genres: T o display your music library sorted by genre. Playlists: T o select a customized playlist you‘ve created. Folders: T o browse for music files using folders. SmartShare: A llows you to share your music via SmartShare. 3. Once you‘ve displayed a list of songs, you can browse through your available titles. ...
Page 107: Back Up Your Downloaded Music Files
Back Up Your Downloaded Music Files Sprint recommends that you back up your downloaded music files to your computer. Although the downloaded files can only be played on your phone and on your account, backing them up to your computer lets you access the files in case your phone memory is damaged. 1. Connect your phone to your PC using a USB cable. 2. Use your computer to navigate to phone's Music folder. 3. Select and copy the music files to a folder on your computer‘s hard drive. Sprint Music Plus The Sprint Music Plus store lets you purchase and download digital music files to play on your phone or computer. Note: You can download the Sprint Music Plus application from the Play Store. (For more detailed Play Store information, see Play Store.) Access Sprint Music Plus 1. Press > > Downloads tab > Sprint Music Plus. Depending on your settings, your phone may prompt you to accept a data connection. 2. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to download the application. Purchase and Download Music from Sprint Music Plus 1. Press > > Downloads tab > Sprint Music Plus. 2. ...
Page 108: Youtube
YouTube™ YouTube™ is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. The site is used to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips, and music videos, as well as video content such as video blogging, informational shorts and other original videos. Note: YouTube is a data-intensive feature. Sprint recommends that you upgrade to an unlimited data plan to avoid additional data charges. 1. Press > > YouTube. 2. To search for videos, tap 3. Enter the text to search for or tap to search by voice. 4. If entering text, tap a suggestion below the search box or tap to search. 5. Scroll through the search results and tap a video to watch it. 6. Tap to return to the previous page. GPS Navigation Your phone's built-in GPS capability gives you access to a number of location-based services, including Maps, Navigation, and Scout™ by TeleNav. Google Maps™ You can use Google Maps to find your current location, to view real-time traffic conditions, to get detailed directions by foot, public transportation, bicycle, or car, and to navigate by using spoken, turn-by-turn driving instructions using the Google Maps Navigation (beta) service. You can search on a street map or a satellite image to locate an address or a landmark, and you can view some locations as if you were strolling down the street. If you join Google Latitude, you can view your friends' locations on your maps and share your location and other information with them. There are some locations that Maps does not have information about. Launch Google Maps 1. ...
Page 109 Press > > System settings > Location access. Tap the Access to my location switch to enable location detection. Tap the checkmark box next to GPS satellites and/or Wi-Fi & mobile network location for location sources. 2. Tap . The map centers on a blue arrow that indicates your location. A blue circle around the arrow indicates that your actual location is with in the circle. To get an address and additional information for a location: 1. Touch and hold a location on the map. A balloon with the address and a thumbnail from Street View (if available) opens over the location. 2. Tap the balloon to access additional options. To utilize Google Maps: 1. Press > > Maps If prompted, read the What‘s new message and tap OK. 2. Pinch out or in to zoom in or out of the current map view. – or – Tap each icon at the bottom of the screen. (Search) to search for a location. ...
Page 110 (Layers) to view locations and additional information ovelaid on the map. To search for a location: 1. While viewing a map, tap 2. In the search box, enter the place you're looking for. You can enter an address, a city, or a type of business or establishment. For example, "theater in New York". 3. Tap . Markers with letter labels indicate search matches on the map. 4. Tap a marker to open a balloon that contains a label. Tap the balloon to open a screen with more information about the location, as well as options for obtaining directions. To get directions: 1. While viewing a map, tap 2. Enter a starting point in the My Location field, or leave as is to allow GPS to find your location, and your destination in the End point field. Tap to open a menu with options for selecting an address from your Contacts or a point that you touch on a map. To reverse directions, tap > Reverse Start & End. 3. Tap the icon for car, public transit, bicycling, or walking directions. 4. Tap GET DIRECTIONS. The directions to your destination appear as a route. 5. You can choose the directions format: ...
Page 111: Scout™ By Telenav
1. While viewing a map, tap . A dialog opens with a list of layers as well as shortcuts to any recent searches. 2. Tap the layer you'd like to view to place a blue checkmark. You can add multiple layers. If you turn a layer on, the layer will remain on the map until you specifically turn it off or clear the map. 3. To clear the map of all layers, tap > Clear Map. Scout™ by Telenav Scout™ by Telenav is a daily personal navigator that helps you get where you‘re going. It lets you see and hear turn-by-turn directions and it can provide important, personalized information about traffic and alternate routes. Get Scout™ by Telenav 1. Press > > Play Store. 2. Tap Apps > Sprint > Scout by Telenav and follow the prompts to download and install the app. Note: Before using any navigation apps make sure your phone is set to allow location detection, and then select which sources you want to use. Press > > System settings > Location access. Tap the Access to my location switch ...
Page 112: Lg Tag
Speak Destination to use the voice recognition feature to search for matching locations in your area. Type Destination to manually enter a destination address. Go home Allows you to navigate to your home. Map displays the map view. Contacts to receive turn-by-turn directions to the address stored for a selected Contacts entry. Starred to obtain directions to locations that have been starred within Google maps (maps.google.com). LG Tag+ LG Tag+ lets you set up tags as NFC touch points that apply your own custom settings to your phone by just tapping the phone to the tag. For example, you could have one tag with the settings you want at work and one for settings when you‘re at home. Using Tag+ Writing 1. Press > > LG Tag+. 2. Select the desired mode and modify the settings as your preferences. In my Car Set which applications to run when you are in your car. Office Set which applications to run when you are at your office. ...
Page 113: Web And Data
Web and Data Your phone's data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections, including Wi-Fi, Sprint 4G, Data Services (Sprint 3G Network), and Virtual Private Networks (VPN). The following topics address your phone's data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Connect Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that can provide Internet access at distances of up to 100 meters, depending on the Wi-Fi router and your surroundings. To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you must connect to a wireless access point, or hotspot. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them without entering any information. Others are hidden or implement other security features, so you must configure your phone to connect to them. Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it to extend the life of your battery. When you connect to a Wi-Fi network, the phone obtains a network address and other information it needs from the network, using the DHCP protocol. To configure the phone with a static IP address and other advanced settings, tap > A dvanced from the Wi-Fi settings menu. Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Network Use the Wireless & networks setting menu to enable your phone's Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-Fi network. 1. Press > > System settings > Wi-Fi. 2. ...
Page 114: Add A Wi-Fi Network
When you're connected to a network, you can tap the network name in the Wi-Fi settings screen for details about the speed, security, address, and related settings. To receive notifications when open or secured networks are in range: By default, when Wi-Fi is on, you receive notifications in the Status Bar when your phone detects an open Wi-Fi network. 1. Turn on Wi-Fi, if it's not already on. 2. From the Wi-Fi settings screen, tap Network notification and select Open networks or Any Wi-Fi networks. Select Off if you want to stop receiving notifications. Add a Wi-Fi Network You can add a Wi-Fi network manually if it does not broadcast its name (SSID) or if you want to add a Wi-Fi network when you are out of its range. To add a secured network, you need to contact the network‘s administrator to obtain the password or other required security credentials. 1. Turn on Wi-Fi, if it's not already on. 2. From the Wi-Fi settings screen, tap ADD NETWORK. 3. Enter the Network SSID (name) of the network. If the network is secured, tap the Security drop-down menu and tap the type of security used for the network. 4. Enter the required passwords and security credentials. 5. Tap Save. The phone will connect to the wireless network. Any credentials that you entered are saved, so you are connected automatically the next time you come within range of this network. To forget a Wi-Fi network: You can also make the phone forget about the details of a Wi-Fi network that you have added. For example, if you don't want the phone to connect to it automatically or if it is a network that you no longer use.
Page 115: Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct supports a direct connection between Wi-Fi enabled phones without an access point. Due to the high battery usage of Wi-Fi direct, it is recommended that you plug your phone into a power outlet while using the Wi-Fi Direct feature. To turn on Wi-Fi Direct: 1. Press > > System settings > Wi-Fi > > Wi-Fi Direct. 2. Tap CREATE GROUP to create a group. 3. Tap SEARCH to search for available phones. Data Services With your Sprint service, you are ready to start enjoying the advantages of data services. The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone. Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone is loading the requested service, the touchscreen or on-screen keyboard may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage request. Your User Name When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you‘re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by "@sprintpcs.com." (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.) When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the Nationwide Sprint Network. Your user name will be automatically programmed into your phone. You don‘t have to enter it. Update Your User Name 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 116: Launch A Web Connection
Launch a Web Connection Launching a Web connection is as simple as opening the browser on your phone. Press > > Browser. Note: You can connect to the Internet via Mobile network or via Wi-Fi (access by tapping > System settings > Wi-Fi). Once the Browser loads, you are directed to the home page. Tip: To change the default home page, tap > > Settings > General > Set homepage. Note: The Browser automatically launches when a Web link is touched from within an email or text message. Data Connection Status and Indicators Your phone notifies you of the current status of your data connection through status icons in the Status Bar. The following symbols can be displayed: Your phone is connected to the high-speed 4G Sprint Mobile Broadband Network. When the signal ...
Page 117: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company‘s local network. You can get this information from your network administrator. Before you can initiate a VPN connection, your phone must first establish a Wi-Fi or data connection. For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see Launch a Web Connection and Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Network. Set Up Secure Credential Storage If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, follow the instructions below. 1. Press > > System settings > Security. 2. Tap Install from storage and browser for desired certificates. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how to do this. Add a VPN Connection Use the Wireless & networks settings menu to add a VPN connection to your phone.
Page 118: Connect To Or Disconnect From A Vpn
Connect to or Disconnect From a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, use the Wireless & networks settings menu to connect to or disconnect from the VPN. Connect to a VPN 1. Press > > S ystem settings > M ore... > V PN. 2. In the VPNs section, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. 3. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect. When you are connected, the VPN connected icon appears in the notification area of the Status Bar. 4. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Disconnect From a VPN 1. Touch and drag down the Status Bar to open the Notifications Panel. 2. ...
Page 119: Go To A Specific Website
Slide your finger on the screen in the direction you wish to scroll. Selecting Once you‘ve learned how to scroll, you can start navigating the Web. To select items or links: Simply tap a link or an item. Links, which are displayed as underlined text, direct you to Web pages, select special functions, or even place calls. Go Back To go back one page: Tap on your phone or from the tool bar. Repeat this process to keep going back through your recently visited pages. Find and Copy Text on a Web Page To find text on a Web page: 1. Tap > Find on page. 2. Enter the text you're looking for. As you type, the first word with matching characters is highlighted on the screen and subsequent matches are boxed. 3. Tap to jump to and highlight the previous or next matching word. To copy text from Web page: 1. Open a Web page and scroll to the beginning of the text you want to copy 2. Touch and hold the first word of the text you want to copy. 3. Drag either selection tab to expand or reduce the range of selected text. To cancel the selection, simply tap unselected text or empty area.
Page 120: Browser Menu
As you enter the address, possible matches are displayed. Tap an entry to launch the desired website. 2. Tap the suggested website. – or – Tap the Go key on the keyboard. Browser Menu The Browser menu offers additional options to expand your use of the Web on your phone. Open the Browser Menu The Browser menu may be opened anytime you have an active data session, from any page you are viewing. From any open Web page, tap Options available within the Browser menu include: Refresh: R eloads the current Web page and displays the most current information. Save to bookmarks: A llows you to save the current page to your bookmarks. Share page: A llows you to send a URL via Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, and Messaging. Find on page: A llows you to search the current Web page for a word. Desktop view: A llows you to view the current page in desktop view. ...
Page 121: Create Website Settings
Privacy & Security: S ettings for managing personal data from Web browsing and usage. Accessibility: S ettings for better visibilities. Advanced: A djust JavaScript and other Web content settings. Bandwidth management: S ettings for Search result preloading and Load images. Labs: E xperimental functions provided by Google. Set the Browser Home Page Customize your Web experience by setting your browser's home page. 1. Tap to open the Browser menu. 2. Tap Settings > G eneral > S et homepage. 3. Select one of the available options and enter the necessary information. Reset the Browser to Default 1. ...
Page 122 History: D isplays a record of your browsing history. These records are organized into folders such as: T oday, Yesterday, 5 days ago, and 1 month ago. Saved pages: D isplays the pages you've saved for offline reading. 3. In the Bookmarks tab, tap > A dd bookmark. 4. Enter a descriptive name and URL for the new bookmark. 5. Tap OK to store the new entry to your Bookmarks list. Create Bookmarks from Other Tabs 1. From any open Web page, open the toolbar at the bottom of the screen and tap 2. Tap the History tab. 3. Tap the star icon adjacent to a Web page entry. The star now turns gold. Enter the desired information and tap OK. – or – Touch and hold an entry from the list to display a context menu. Then, tap Save to bookmarks, enter the desired information, and tap OK to add the selected entry to your current list of ...
Page 123: 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 5 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. You can take pictures and record videos using the Camera application. You can also view your pictures and videos with the Gallery application. Note: Be sure to clean the protective lens cover with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a "halo" effect. Take Pictures Taking pictures with your phone's built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button. To take a picture: 1. Press > > Camera to activate camera mode. (Additional camera options are available through the camera settings page. See Camera Settings for more information.) 2. Frame your subject on the screen. 3. Tap the subject on the screen to focus on it. A green square around the subject indicates that the camera has focused. Note: To zoom in, press the Volume Buttons. 4. Tap . Your phone automatically saves the picture to the internal storage(or SD card). Camera and Video...
Page 124: Camera Settings
Camera Settings From the camera mode, tap each icon to adjust the following camera settings. Swap lens to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. Cheese shutter to turn on or off the voice shot. When on, you just say "Cheese", "Smile", "Whisky", "Kimchi", or "LG" to take a picture. Time catch shot to capture the missing moment before pressing the shutter. Shot mode to select the shot mode from: N ormal, HDR, Panorama, Continuous shot, and Beauty shot. Normal: C aptures a normal photo shot. HDR: C ombines photos taken at different exposures to one optimal photo compensating for backlight by enhancing multiple exposure control. Panorama: M ultiple continuous photos are assembled into one single panoramic image. Tap the Capture button to start then slowly turn the camera from one side of the screen to the other. Continuous shot: S ix continuous photos are taken, one after another.
Page 125: View Your Pictures
Color effect to apply different color effects to your pictures. Choose from None, Mono, Sepia, or Negative. Timer to set your camera's timer. This is ideal if you want to be a part of the picture. Auto review to set whether to view the picture that was just taken. Choose from Off (default), On, 2 sec, or 5 sec. Geotagging 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. Shutter sound to adjust the sound the shutter makes when taking a picture. Storage to choose where to save your pictures. Other Menus On the viewfinder, tap to access the following menus. Edit quick menu: Y ou can edit the quick menus on the viewfinder. Reset: Y ou can restore all camera default settings. Camera help guide: Y ou can see the help guide whenever you want to know how a function operates.
Page 126: Assign Pictures
2. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.) 3. Tap a picture in an album to view it. Tap a picture again to reveal the following icons: SmartShare: S hares media files with DLNA certified devices. Camera: O pens the Camera. Share: Y ou can share the picture via various methods such as Messaging or Bluetooth. Delete: D eletes the picture. Tap for the following options: S et image as, Move, Copy, Rename, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, Edit, Slideshow, and Details. Tap to return to the previous screen.
Page 127: Record Videos
Home screen wallpaper to assign the picture as a background image, crop the image and tap OK to assign the picture. Lock screen wallpaper to assign the picture as a background image for your lock screen. Record Videos In addition to taking pictures, you can record, view, and send videos with your phone's built-in video camera. 1. Press > > Camera. 2. Tap to switch to Camcorder mode. 3. Select MMS video to record a short video for email or messaging or Long video. 4. Point the lens to frame the scene where you want to start. 5. Tap to start recording the video. The length of the recording is displayed on the top left part of the screen. 6. Tap to stop recording. Your video will be automatically saved to the Gallery. Video Settings From video mode, tap each icon to adjust the following camcorder settings. Swap lens to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. ...
Page 128: Gallery Options For Videos
Color effect to apply different color effects to your videos. Choose from None, Mono, Sepia, or Negative. Auto review to enable auto review of your video. Geotagging 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. Storage to choose where to save your videos. Other Menus On the viewfinder, tap to access the following menus. Edit quick menu: Y ou can edit the quick menus on the viewfinder. Reset: Y ou can restore all camera default settings. Video help guide: Y ou can see the help guide whenever you want to know how a function operates. Gallery Options for Videos The Gallery is where you can access the Gallery of stored video images. You can view them, share them with your friends, and delete and edit them.
Page 129: Video Wiz
2. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.) 3. Tap a video in an album to play. Tap the video to view the playback controls. Video Wiz You can make your own movie using your images/video and music. 1. Press > > Video Wiz. 2. After seeing the brief introduction on the steps, tap OK. 3. Tap to add images and/or video to your movie. 4. Tap the desired images and/or videos, then tap To remove images or videos, tap and tap on the images or videos. To rearrange them, touch and hold an image/video, drag and drop it to the desired position. 5. 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 is displayed. 6. Tap Select music to set the background music. 7. Tap to play your movie.
Page 130 Note: Tap to view the help information on using this feature. Camera and Video...
Page 131: Tools And Calendar
Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone's productivity-enhancing features. VuTalk With the VuTalk feature, you can make more interactive and creative notes with the other party. Visual communication is possible while sharing a photo, a map or cam preview. Notes: Only available with the phone which has this feature as well. During a voice call, you can use VuTalk only when connected to the 4G data network or WI-FI. If there's no drawing or input for a while, the screen can be locked. Requires data connection. Data charge will apply to both phones. Register VuTalk Before Use 1. Press > > Contacts. 2. Tap Note: You can also register VuTalk service while you are in a call. 3. Tap the checkmark boxes to agree to VuTalk terms and conditions and VuTalk privacy policy and tap OK to confirm. VuTalk Settings 1. Press > > Contacts. Tools and Calendar...
Page 132 2. Tap > VuTalk settings. 3. Tap the VuTalk switch to turn it off or on. 4. Set the following options as as your preferences. Notification sound: S elect the desired notification sound. Vibrate: S elect the desired vibrate type. Show request popup: C heckmark this option to display popup when VuTalk request is received. Contact sync: C heckmark this option to sync contacts. Terms and Conditions: T ap to view the terms and conditions of VuTalk. Deactivate my account: T ap to deactivate your account for VuTalk. Read the disclaimer and tap Yes.
Page 133: Quickmemo
6. When you finish VuTalk, tap or to exit the VuTalk feature. The created VuTalk screen is stored in the Gallery. Note: If you press and go back to the home screen, the VuTalk feature is still running. QuickMemo™ The QuickMemo™ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. You can use QuickMemo to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. 1. While viewing the screen you want to capture and create a memo on, press and hold both Volume Buttons at the same time for one second to access the QuickMemo feature. – or – While viewing the screen you want to capture and create a memo on, slide the Status Bar down and tap Tools and Calendar...
Page 134 2. Create a memo using the following options: : T ap to enable an overlay on your phone's display for easy multitasking while keeping the memo in the background. Note: Tap to exit the overlay function and go back to the QuickMemo. : T ap to select whether to use the current image or a note image as the background screen. : T ap to undo the most recent action. : T ap to redo the most recently deleted action. : T ap to select the pen type and color. : T ap to use the eraser to erase the memo that you created. : T ap to share the memo with others via any of the available applications. : T ap to save the memo you've created. Note: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo feature. Do not use your fingernail. 3. After capturing the screen, tap . You can crop the screen using the triangles in each corner. Touch and drag to the desired part of the screen. 4. Tap to show the Edit menu and tap ...
Page 135: Capture The Screen
View the Saved QuickMemo Your QuickMemos can be saved in the Gallery application. To view QuickMemos saved in your Gallery: Press > > Gallery and select the QuickMemo album. Capture the Screen You can also capture the screen display. Press the Down Volume Button + Power/Lock Button at the same time. The current image on the screen is captured and will be saved in your Gallery. To view the screenshots: Press > > Gallery and select Screenshots. QSlide From any screen, you can bring up a video, Web browser, a memo, calendar, or calculator as a window inside your screen. 1. From any screen, open the Notifications Panel and tap one of the QSlide apps. The app will appear as a resizable, moveable window on the screen. – or – While using an application that supports QSlide, tap Tools and Calendar...
Page 136: Smartshare
. The function will be continuously displayed as a small window on your screen. 2. Resize or move the QSlide window using the following options. Drag the corner to enlarge the window. Drag the top bar to move it. Tap to make the QSlide app full size. Use the slider to adjust the transparency of the window. 3. To exit the QSlide function, tap Note: You can open up to two QSlide windows at the same time. SmartShare The SmartShare application uses DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) technology to share digital content through a wireless network. Both phones must be DLNA certified to support this feature. Turn On SmartShare and Allow Content Sharing 1. Press > > SmartShare. 2. Tap > Settings. 3. Tap Contents share to checkmark it which enables your phone to be detected by other phones. 4. Tap Shared contents and checkmark the types of content you would like to share: P hotos, Videos, Music. Then, tap OK. 5. Checkmark Receive files to allow other phones to upload media files to your phone. 6. ...
Page 137 1. Press > > SmartShare. 2. Tap the Player icon at the top right of the screen, then tap the device you want to use from the renderer device list. 3. Tap the Library icon at the top left of the screen, then tap the device that has your remote content library. 4. You can browse through the content library to find the content(s) you want. 5. Touch and hold a content thumbnail and tap Play or tap > Play. Download Contents from the Remote Content Library 1. Press > > SmartShare. 2. Tap the Library icon at the top left of the screen, then tap the device that has your remote content library. 3. You can browse through the content library to find the content(s) you want. 4. Touch and hold a content thumbnail, then tap Download in the context menu. Note: Some content types are not supported. Upload Contents from the Remote Content Library 1. Press > > SmartShare. 2. ...
Page 138: Calendar
: C urrently, the content is being shared through SmartShare Note: 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 contents. Calendar With the Calendar application you can view the events you have scheduled in the coming days, weeks, or months. Open the Calendar Press > > Calendar. If you have created or subscribed to more than one calendar through Google Calendar™ on the Web, events from each calendar are displayed in a different color. (For information about which calendars are displayed on your phone, see Display and Synchronize Calendars.) Note: To go to any day in any Calendar view, tap > G o to date. Change Calendar View You can change the calendar view. Tap ...
Page 139 Week View Month View Agenda View Tools and Calendar...
Page 140: View Event Details
View Event Details You can view more information about an event in a number of ways, depending on the current view. In Agenda, Day, or Week view, tap an event to view its details. In Month view, tap a day to switch to Day view. Then tap an event to open the event summary. Create an Event You can use the Calendar tool on your phone to create events that appear on your Phone and in your Google Calendar on the Web. 1. Open the Calendar and tap > N ew event. You can also touch and hold a spot in Day, Week, or Month view to open the new event screen with that day and time already entered. 2. Add details about the event. Tools and Calendar...
Page 141: Edit Or Delete An Event
Enter a name, and other optional details about the event, just as you would on Google Calendar (on the Web). If you have more than one calendar, you can choose the calendar to which to add the event. Tap to add more reminders.(See Set an Event Reminder.) 3. Invite guests to the event. In the Guests field, enter the email addresses of everyone you want to invite to the event. Separate multiple addresses with commas ( , ). If the people to whom you send invitations use Google Calendar, they'll receive an invitation through their Google Calendar and by email. 4. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap Save. The event will be added to your Calendar. You can also access and configure the event from Google Calendar on the Web. Edit or Delete an Event You can edit or delete an event that you created on the phone or on the Web. You can also edit or delete events created by others, if they have given you permission. Edit an Event 1. Open Calendar and tap the event to open it. (See View Event Details.) 2. Tap . (For information on how to create or change event information, see Create an Event.) 3. Make your changes to the event. 4. Tap Save. Delete an Event Tap an event to view the event details. Then, tap . Tap Yes to confirm. Set an Event Reminder You can set one or more reminders for an event, whether or not you created the event or have ...
Page 142: Respond To An Event Reminder
configure additional reminders. Delete an Event Reminder 1. Open Calendar and tap the event to open it. 2. Tap to remove a reminder. Respond to an Event Reminder If you set a reminder for an event, the reminder notification appears in the Status Bar when the reminder time arrives. (See Notifications Panel.) 1. If you receive notifications in the Status Bar, drag the Notifications Panel down to your notifications. Tap the event notification to open the list of Calendar notifications. 2. Tap an event in the Calendar Notifications list to view more information about that event. 3. Tap Snooze in the Calendar Notifications list to receive the reminder again 5 minutes later. – or – 4. Tap Dismiss in the Calendar Notifications list to delete all reminders in the list. 5. Tap when viewing the Calendar Notifications list to keep the reminders. The reminders will remain in the Status Bar. Display and Synchronize Calendars Initially, all calendars that you create or subscribe to through Google Calendar on the Web are also displayed in the Calendar application on your phone. You can select which calendars to show or hide on the phone, and which to keep synchronized. (For more information, see Synchronize Accounts.) Only the calendars that you've created or subscribed to on the Web are shown in the Calendars list. To select calendars to display: 1. ...
Page 143: Folders
Open the Calendar, and tap > S ettings > C alendar view settings. Hide declined events: W hen checkmarked, declined events so that they are not displayed in your calendar views. Tap to remove the checkmark and display all events in your calendar views. Month view style: S elect Event brief or Timeline. Show week number: D isplays the week number out of the year. Week starts on: O pens a dialog box to configure from when the week starts on. ...
Page 144: Alarm/Clock
Organize Items in a Folder Just drag a shortcut, an icon, or a folder and drop in a folder. Alarm/Clock You can use Alarm/Clock application to monitor several types of information at once, in addition to the current date and time. Open the Alarm The Alarm/Clock application also allows you to set alarms. 1. Press > > Alarm/Clock. 2. Tap an existing alarm to change its time and other attributes or tap to add a new one. 3. Set the time of the alarm. You can change the time by taping the and buttons and the AM or PM buttons or tap the hour and minutes fields to enter the time with the keyboard. 4. Tap Repeat to set the days when you want the alarm to sound. (If you don't set a repeat, the alarm will only sound on the assigned day.) 5. Tap Snooze duration to set the snooze interval time. 6. Tap Vibration to have the phone vibrate, in addition to playing the ringtone. 7. Tap Alarm sound to select a ringtone for the alarm. The ringtone plays briefly when you select it in Alarm sound. 8. Set the alarm volume using the slider. Tools and Calendar...
Page 145 9. Tap Auto app starter to set an application to run when the alarm is stopped. 10. Tap Puzzle lock if you want to do a puzzle to stop alarm. 11. Tap Memo to enter a name for the alarm. 12. Configure any of the other available settings. 13. When you're finished, tap Save. Change Alarm/Clock Settings 1. Press > > Alarm/Clock. 2. Tap > S ettings. 3. You can set the following options: Alarm in silent mode: T ap to place a checkmark and allow your phone to play alarms even when it is in Silent mode. ...
Page 146: Tasks
As you enter the name, the cities which starts from the letters are displayed. – or – Scroll through the cities list and tap the city. 4. You can add cities as many as you want. Repeat steps 2 and 3. Play Stopwatch 1. Press > > Alarm/Clock > Stopwatch tab. 2. Tap Start to start stopwatch time. 3. Tap Stop to stop the stopwatch. While measuring time, tap Lap to view lap times. Tasks You can add your tasks in Tasks application and synchronize with MS Exchange account. Synchronize MS Exchange 1. Press > > System settings > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap ADD ACCOUNT. 3. Tap Microsoft Exchange to add your MS Exchange account. For further information about adding a Microsoft Exchange account, see Set Up a Corporate ...
Page 147 3. Tap Tasks and select the account where you want to save the task. 4. Enter the corresponding information on each field and Save. Tasks Options 1. Press > > Tasks. 2. The following options are available. : T ap to view All tasks, Overdue tasks, and Due today tasks. : T ap to search for tasks. : T ap to create a new task. – or – Tap to access the following options. A llows you to sort tasks by Creation order, Due date, Subject, and Priority. Sort by: Accounts and Lists: A llows you to select which accounts and lists to display. Import/Export: A llows you to import or export tasks to the SD card or internal storage. Settings: ...
Page 148: Calculator
Notification sound: A llows you to set the reminder notification sound. Vibrate: A llows you to set the vibrate setting for reminder notifications. Pop-up notification: C heckmark to display a pop-up reminder notification. – or – The following options are available when you touch and hold a task in the tasks list. Edit: A llows you to edit the task. Move: A llows you to move the task to another list. Delete: A llows you to delete the task. Share: A llows you to share the task with others. Calculator You can use the Calculator application to solve math problems. 1. Press > > Calculator. 2. ...
Page 149: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth phones, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually up to approximately 30 feet. Turn Bluetooth On and Off By default, your phone‘s Bluetooth feature is set to Off. Turning Bluetooth on makes your phone "discoverable" by other in-range Bluetooth phones. Note: Activating Bluetooth can drain your battery faster and reduce your available usage times. To conserve your phone‘s battery, turn off Bluetooth when not in use. Always turn off your Bluetooth when you are in locations that prohibit its use. Turn Bluetooth On 1. Press > > System settings > Bluetooth. 2. Tap to activate Bluetooth. When active, appears within the Status Bar. Turn Bluetooth Off 1. Press > > System settings > Bluetooth. 2. Tap to deactivate Bluetooth. Bluetooth Status Indicators The following icons show your Bluetooth connection status at a glance: – Bluetooth is active – Bluetooth is connected to a Bluetooth device Bluetooth Settings Menu The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up many of the characteristics of your phone's ...
Page 150: Pairing Bluetooth Devices
> > S ystem settings > B luetooth. 2. Tap to activate Bluetooth. When active, appears within the Status Bar. 3. Set the following Bluetooth options: LG-LS720: T ap to make your phone visible to other Bluetooth devices for 120 seconds. Note: Your phone is visible for up to 2 minutes. This value appears as a countdown within this field. You can change the visibility timeout. From the Bluetooth settings screen, tap > V isibility timeout, then tap your preference. Tap for the following options: R ename phone, Visibility timeout, Show received files, Device search option, Help.
Page 151: Send Items Via Bluetooth
Pairing between two Bluetooth phones is a one-time process. Once a pairing has been created, the phones will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re- enter a passcode again. Disconnect a Paired Phone Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection between the device and your phone, but retains the pairing. At a later point when you wish to reconnect the device, there is no need to setup the connection information again. 1. Verify your Bluetooth is active. 2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap next to the previously paired device (under the PAIRED PHONES section). 3. Tap Unpair. Note: Disconnections are manually done but often occur automatically if the paired device goes out of range of your phone or if it is powered off. Send Items via Bluetooth Depending on your paired phone's settings and capabilities, you may be able to send pictures, videos, Contacts information, or other items using a Bluetooth connection. Note: Prior to using this feature, Bluetooth must first be enabled, and the recipient‘s phone must be visible. If no phones are detected, tap Search for devices to begin a new search. Send Contact Information 1. Press > > Contacts. 2. Tap an entry to open its details page. 3. Tap > Share > Bluetooth. 4. ...
Page 152: Disconnect Bluetooth Connection During An Active Call
When the call is routed to a Bluetooth headset, the current call area is surrounded by a blue box, the Bluetooth button indicates it‘s on, and the Bluetooth call icon is displayed in the Status Bar. When Bluetooth is turned off, the call is routed through either the earpiece or speaker, the call area is surrounded by a green box, the Bluetooth button indicates it's off, and the Call icon is displayed in the Status Bar. Note: Communication can be toggled between the Bluetooth headset and the phone earpiece or speaker by tapping the Bluetooth button On or Off. System Updates From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings menu. Update Your Android Operating System This option allows you to update the Android Operating System (OS) on your phone via an over-the- air connection. There are two components: S print User-Interface (UI) firmware and Google OS. 1. Press > > Settings > System updates > Update Firmware and Update LG software. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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. Tools and Calendar...
Page 153 1. Press > > Settings > System updates > Update profile. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL (Preferred Roaming List) automatically. 1. Press > > Settings > System updates > Update PRL. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Update Your UICC unlock information This option allows you to update the UICC unlock information. 1. Press > > Settings > System updates > UICC Unlock. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Tools and Calendar...
Page 154: Settings
Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone‘s System settings menus. Wireless & Networks Settings This group of settings lets you control your phone's Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth, Tethering, VPN, Mobile networks, and more. Airplane Mode Airplane Mode (Flight mode) allows you to use many of your phone‘s features, such as games, and music, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When you set your phone to Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online data. Activate Airplane Mode 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button to display the phone options. 2. Tap Turn on Airplane mode. – or – 1. Press > > S ystem settings. 2. Tap the Airplane mode switch . While in Airplane Mode, your phone‘s Status Bar will ...
Page 155: Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Settings Your phone lets you take advantage of Wi-Fi hotspots for high-speed data access using available computer networks. For details on your phone’s Wi-Fi features and settings, see Connect Wi-Fi. Bluetooth Settings Your phone‘s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and files, and more. For details on your phone’s Bluetooth settings, see Bluetooth Settings Menu. Mobile Data You can check the current data usage, set to enable/disable mobile data, or set the mobile data limit. Turn On or Off Mobile Data Access 1. Press > > System settings > Mobile Data. 2. Tap the Mobile data switch to turn on. – or – Tap the Mobile data switch to turn off. Call Settings Your phone's Call settings menu lets you configure International call options and TTY mode. Incoming Call Popup Set whether to display incoming call popup when using Camera and Video. 1. Press > > System settings > Call. 2. Tap the Incoming call popup checkbox to enable/disable the feature. Call Reject You can set call rejection and manage the reject list. ...
Page 156: Decline With Message
2. Tap Call reject mode and set an option. 3. Tap Rejection list to set up the rejection list. Decline with Message Quick message is the specified text message to send out when you want to ignore an incoming call and respond to the caller with a text instead. You can add or edit quick messages. 1. Press > > Systems settings > Call > Decline with message. 2. Tap a quick message to edit it. – or – Tap to add a new quick message. 3. Enter a message and tap Save. Privacy Keeper You can set whether the phone to display the caller's information or not when you receive a call. 1. Press > > System settings > Call > Privacy keeper. 2. Tap Hide all information, Show number only, or Disable. Power Button Ends Call You can set the phone to end calls with Power button ...
Page 157: International Dialing
International Dialing Set international dialing code for outgoing calls. 1. Press > > System settings > Call > International dialing (The North American dialing option must be disabled). 2. Enter the international dialing code and tap OK. TTY Mode A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY phones. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY phone to ensure that it is compatible with digital cell phones. Your phone and TTY phone will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone's headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY phone, contact your TTY phone manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. Turn TTY Mode On or Off 1. Press > > System settings > Call > TTY mode. 2. Tap TTY Off to turn TTY mode off or tap TTY FULL, TTY HCO or TTY VCO. To access the state Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) for assistance with TTY calls: Dial to reach an operator.
Page 158: Wide Voice Extension
When receiving and making calls, this sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch keypad by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents the touch keypad from activating unintentionally during calls. To enable the Proximity Sensor: 1. Press > > System settings > Call. 2. Tap the Proximity Sensor checkbox to enable it. (A blue checkmark will appear.) Wide Voice extension This option improves sound quality to get clear voice using wide voice band. To activate Wide voice extension: 1. Press > > Systems settings > Call. 2. Tap the Wide voice extension checkbox to turn it on. (A blue checkmark will appear.) Voicemail Settings You can configure your voicemail settings. For details on Voicemail settings, see Configure Visual Voicemail Settings. Save Unknown Numbers You can set the phone to save the phone numbers not saved in Contacts yet. To save unknown numbers 1. Press > > System settings > Call. 2. ...
Page 159: Roaming Settings
Roaming Settings With your phone and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Roaming Icon Your display screen always lets you know when you‘re off the Nationwide Sprint Network. Anytime you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ). If you are roaming on a digital system, you will see the roaming icon along with the text – Digital Roam – . Roam on Other Digital Networks When you‘re roaming on digital networks, your call quality and security will be similar to the quality you receive when making calls on the Nationwide Sprint Network. However, you may not be able to access certain features, such as data services, depending on the available network. Note: If you‘re on a call when you leave the Nationwide Sprint Network, your call will be dropped. If your call is dropped in an area where you think Sprint service is available, turn your phone off and on again to reconnect to the network. Check for Voicemail Messages While Roaming When you are roaming off the Nationwide Sprint Network, you may not receive a notification of new voicemail messages on your phone. Callers can still leave messages, but you will need to periodically check your voicemail for new messages if you are in a roaming service area for an extended period of time. 1. Dial your 10-digit wireless phone number. 2. When you hear your voicemail greeting, tap 3. Enter your passcode at the prompt and follow the voice prompts. When you return to the Nationwide Sprint Network, voicemail notification will resume as normal. Set Roam Mode Your phone allows you to control your roaming capabilities. By using the Roaming menu option, you can determine which signals your phone accepts. Choose from two different settings on your dual-band phone to control your roaming experience. 1. Press > > System settings > Roaming.
Page 160: Roaming Guard
2. Tap the Domestic data roaming, International data roaming checkboxes or both to place a checkmark and connect to data service while roaming. (Requires Domestic voice roaming or International voice roaming). Note: With Data roaming unchecked, you can still transmit data with a Wi-Fi connection. See Connect Wi-Fi. 3. Tap System select to change the CDMA roaming mode. Home only to access only the home area mobile network, which is the Nationwide Sprint Network. This option also prevents roaming on other networks. Automatic to seek service off the Nationwide Sprint Network. When Sprint service is unavailable, the phone searches for an alternate system. Roaming Guard Roaming makes it easy to manage your roaming by requiring confirmation before placing or answering a roaming call. To turn Roaming Guard on or off: 1. Press > > System settings > Roaming > Roaming guard. 2. Tap the Domestic voice roaming, International voice roaming checkboxes or both to activate or deactivate this function. When active, an extra key press is required for dialing when ...
Page 161: Share & Connect
Note: Data Roam Guard is turned on by default on your phone. To set your Data Roam Guard notification: 1. Press > > System settings > Roaming > Roaming Guards. 2. Tap the Domestic data roaming, International data roaming checkboxes or both to place a checkmark and activate the function. To use data services when Data Roam Guard is active: When a pop-up notification appears informing you that data roam charges may apply, tap Connect or Always Connect to connect. Share & Connect Your phone's Share & Connect menu lets you configure NFC, Android Beam, and File networking. NFC Settings NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless technology that enables data transmission between two objects when they are brought within a few inches of each other. When you enable NFC on your phone, it can exchange data with other NFC-enabled devices or read information from smart tags embedded in posters, stickers, and other products. From the NFC settings menu, you can manage direct sharing and pairing Bluetooth via NFC. Turn On NFC 1. Press > > System settings > Share & Connect. 2. ...
Page 162: File Networking
File Networking File Networking requires wireless connection. Make sure that devices are using same AP (Access Point). Network folder sharing may use more battery. Share My Folder You can share a phone's folder with one or more computers or other devices. Sharing my folder works with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and File networking enabled phones. 1. Press > > System settings > Share & Connect > File networking. 2. Tap Share my folder to share your phone's folder with other devices. 3. Tap Shared folder to configure the folder to share. 4. Tap Set password to configure password for security. 5. Access phone's folder with typing "\\ Device name" or "\\ IP address" at URL address field on PC window. Access Other Device's Folder You can access shared folders of computers, Network storage (NAS) and other devices. 1. Press > > System settings > Share & Connect > File networking. 2. Tap Search for devices. 3. ...
Page 163: Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot
To share your phone's data connection via USB cable: 1. Press > > System settings > More.. 2. Connect your phone to your computer with a USB cable. 3. Tap the USB tethering switch to activate it. Then tap OK to confirm. Note: You cannot access your phone's memory on your computer when using USB tethering. Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot You can share your phone's data connection with up to eight phones at once, by turning your phone into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. To share your phone’s data connection as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot: 1. Press > > System settings > More... > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot. 2. Tap the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox to activate it. (A blue checkmark will appear.) After a moment, the phone starts broadcasting its Wi-Fi network name (SSID), so you can connect it with up to eight (8) computers or other phones. 3. To change the network name (SSID) or secure its Wi-Fi network, tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot. 4. In the dialog box, configure the options. ...
Page 164: Vpn Settings
Turn on Bluetooth tethering 1. Press > > S ystem settings > M ore.. 2. Tap the Bluetooth tethering switch to activate. VPN Settings From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. For details on your phone's VPN settings, see Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Mobile Networks Settings You can choose whether to turn on or off the LTE radio band. You can also set whether to enable or disable data access on your phone. Enable/Disable Data Access 1. Press > > System settings > More... > Mobile networks. 2. Tap the Data enabled checkbox to enable/disable data access over the mobile network. Network Mode 1. ...
Page 165: Device Settings
Device Settings This group of settings lets you configure your phone's sound, display, gestures, power saver, apps, and quad core control settings. Sound Settings In the Sound settings menu, you can configure call and notification ringtones, audio volumes, as well as some related settings. Quiet Mode To set times to turn off all sounds except alarm and media: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound. 3. Tap the Quiet mode switch to turn on this feature. 4. Tap Quiet mode to set the time and days. Sound Profile 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound > Sound profile. 3. Tap one of the three options. To switch to silent mode: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. ...
Page 166: Ringtones And Notifications
2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound > Volumes. 3. Adjust each volume level. Phone ringtone: C hanges the volume of your call ringtones (if applicable). Notification sound: A llows you to set this volume level. This is the volume of the ringtone when you receive a notification. Touch feedback & system: C hanges the volume for system. Music, video, gamesand other media: C hanges the volume of your music, videos and other media. 4. Tap OK. Tip: You can adjust the ringer volume on the Home screen or Applications screen, or almost any screen by using the Volume Buttons on the left side of your phone. In other applications such as Music, YouTube, spoken directions, and other audio, the Volume Buttons control the volume of the application. Ringtones and Notifications You can select and assign ringtones and notifications for your incoming calls.
Page 167: Touch Feedback & System
You can use a song as your phone ringtone, in place of one of the ringtones that come with the phone. 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound > Phone ringtone. 3. Tap and tap a song. For details about using the Music Player application, see Music. Notification Sound When you receive a notification such as the arrival of new messages, calendar events, or alarms, the phone sounds a ringtone. 1. Press > > System settings > Sound . 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound > Notification sound. 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. Touch Feedback & System The Touch Feedback & System menu lets you select whether you hear tones when touching numbers on the dialpad, selecting on-screen options, and more. Vibrate Type To set a vibrate type for incoming calls, messages receipt, Email receipt, alarm, and calendar event. 1. Press > > System settings. 2. ...
Page 168: Display Settings
1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound. 3. Tap the Touch sounds checkbox. (A blue checkmark will appear.) To hear sound when the screen is locked or unlocked: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound. 3. Tap the Screen lock sound checkbox. (A blue checkmark will appear.) To set the emergency tone option when an emergency call is placed: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Sound. 3. Tap Emergency tone. 4. Tap Off, Alert, or Vibrate. To set your phone to vibrate when touching buttons and keys: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. ...
Page 169 Screen Timeout Select how long the display screen remains backlit after you touch the screen or press a key before the screen darkens. 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Display > Screen timeout. 3. Tap 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, or Never. Note: Long backlight settings reduce the battery‘s talk and standby times. For the best battery performance, use the shortest convenient timeout. Smart Screen You can set to keep screen on when the phone detects your face looking at the screen. 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Display > Smart screen. (A blue checkmark will appear.) Auto-Rotate Screen Choose whether the phone automatically switches the orientation of the screen as you turn it sideways or even upside down. 1. Press > > System settings.
Page 170 Font Size Choose the desired font type. 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Display > Font size. 3. Tap a desired font size. Front Touch Key Light Configure the Front touch key light options. To turn on the front keys: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Display > Front touch key light. 3. Tap the Turn on front key light checkbox. (A blue checkmark will appear.) To set how long the front keys remain back while the screen is turned on: 1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Display > Front touch key light > Front touch light duration.
Page 171: Home Screen
Home Screen Configure your phone's home screen settings. Theme Choose the desired theme. 1. Press > > Home screen > Theme. 2. Tap the desired theme. Screen Swipe Effect Choose the desired type of effect to display when you swipe from one Home screen canvas to the next. 1. Press > > Home screen > Screen swipe effect. 2. Tap the desired effect and OK. Wallpaper Choose the desired wallpaper. 1. Press > > Home screen > Wallpaper. 2. Choose a location and select the desired wallpaper. 3. Tap Apply or OK to set it as the wallpaper. Scroll Screens Circularly Checkmark to show the first screen after last screen when scrolling. 1. Press > > Home screen.
Page 172: Lock Screen
1. Press > > Home screen. 2. Tap Home backup & restore > Backup or Restore. Lock Screen Lock screen menu lets you configure screen lock options and when to be locked. Select Screen Lock You can increase your phone’s security by face unlock, creating a screen unlock pattern, by creating a PIN, or by choosing a password. When these features are enabled, you must show your face, draw the correct unlock pattern, enter the PIN, or enter the password on the screen to unlock and regain access to the phone. 1. Press > > Lock screen > Select screen lock. 2. Select the desired screen lock option from the below: None: N o lock screen. Swipe: S wipe any part of the screen to unlock the screen. FaceUnlock: U nlocks the screen through facial recognition. Follow the prompts. You are asked to set a Pattern and/or PIN as a backup.
Page 173 When you can’t recall your unlock Pattern, PIN or Password: 1. Turn the phone off. 2. Press and hold the following keys for 5 seconds: V olume Down Key + Power/Lock Key . 3. Release the keys when prompted 4. Press the Volume Down Key to scroll to wipe data/factory reset. Then press the Power/Lock Key to select it. 5. Press the Volume Down Key to scroll to Yes -- delete all user data. Then press the Power/Lock Key to select it. 6. The phone will perform a factory reset. 7. ...
Page 174: Storage
1. Press > > Lock screen. 2. Tap the Owner info checkbox to show owner information on the lock screen. (A blue checkmark will appear.) 3. Tap to enter the owner information. Lock Timer Choose the amount of time before the screen automatically locks after the screen has timed-out. 1. Press > > Lock screen > Lock timer. 2. Tap the desired time. Power Button Instantly Locks Checkmark to instantly lock the screen when you press the Power/Lock Button . 1. Press > > Lock screen. 2. Tap the Power button instantly locks checkbox to turn on the feature. (A blue checkmark will appear.) Vibrate On Touch The phone will vibrate when entering your unlock sequence. 1. Press > ...
Page 175: Battery
1. Press > > System settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Storage > Erase SD card. 3. Tap Erase SD card again to confirm it. Battery The Battery menu lets you turn on the power saver and configure various options to save power, view how much battery power is left and what apps are using the most power. And you can also check the Power saver tips. To display the battery percentage on the Status bar: 1. Press > > S ystem settings. 2. From the DEVICE section, tap Battery. 3. Tap Battery percentage. (A blue checkmark will appear.) To turn on Power saver: 1. Press ...
Page 176: Personal Settings
2. Tap the Running tab. 3. Find the application to force stop and tap the application. 4. Tap Stop. 5. Read the disclaimer and tap OK. To uninstall a downloaded application: 1. Press > > S ystem settings > A pps. 2. Tap the Downloaded tab. 3. Find the application you want to uninstall and tap it. 4. Tap Uninstall. 5. Read the disclaimer and tap OK. To set the phone to end a running application when you open a new application: 1. Press > > S ystems settings > D eveloper options. 2. ...
Page 177: Location Access
control how they synchronize data; see the sections on those applications for details. Tap ADD ACCOUNT to add new account. 1. Press > > S ystem settings. 2. From the PERSONAL list, tap Accounts & sync. Location Access Use the Location services menu to set your preferences for using and sharing your location when you search for information and use location-based applications, such as Maps. Access to My Location You can use information from Wi-Fi and mobile networks to determine your approximate location, used while searching in Google Maps and other applications. When you checkmark this option, you‘re asked whether you consent to sharing your location anonymously with Google‘s location service. 1. Press > > System settings > Location access. 2. Tap the Access to my location switch to turn it on. 3. When you check this option, you’re asked whether you consent to sharing your location anonymously with Google’s location service.
Page 178: Security
improved search results and other services. 4. Read the disclaimer and tap Agree. Security Use the Security settings to configure how to help secure your phone and its data. Encrypt Phone Opens a screen that encrypts data on the phone for security. You will be required to enter a PIN or password to decrypt your phone each time you power it on. Encrypt SD Card Opens a screen that encrypts data on the SD card for security. You will be required to enter a PIN or password to decrypt the data each time you power it on. Password Typing Visible Checkmark to briefly show each character of passwords as you enter them so that you can see what you enter. Phone Administrators Add or remove phone administrators. Unknown Sources Allow installation of non-Play Store applications. Trusted Credentials Checkmark to allow applications to access your phone‘s encrypted store of secure certificates and related passwords and other credentials. You use credential storage to establish some kinds of VPN and Wi-Fi connections. If you have not set a password for the secure credential storage, this setting is dimmed. Install from Storage Touch to install a secure certificate from storage. Clear Credentials Deletes all secure certificates and related credentials and erases the secure storage's own password, after prompting you to confirm that you want to do this. Settings...
Page 179: Language & Input Settings
Language & Input Settings Your phone's Language & input settings let you select a language for the devices screens and menus, as well as manage a personal user dictionary. The Keyboard settings let you select a preferred input method, control keyboard settings, and more. Display Language You can choose to display your device's on-screen menus in multiple languages. 1. Press > > System settings > Language & input > Language. 2. Tap English, Español, 한국어, 文中(简体), or 文中(繁體). Spelling Correction Allows spelling correction when using the on-screen keyboard. Personal Dictionary Allows you to view, edit, and add words to your personal dictionary. Default Keyboard & Input Methods Shows the default keyboard type. Checkmark the keyboard you want to use from Google voice typing, LG Keyboard or Swype. Tap to configure each keyboard‘s settings. Voice Search Tap to configure the Voice Search settings. Text-to-speech Output Tap to set the preferred engine or general settings for text-to-speech output. Pointer Speed Adjust the pointer speed. Backup & Reset The privacy settings on your device allow you to back-up your data, automatically restore data, and erase all the data on your phone. Back Up My Data You can back up app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Settings...
Page 180: System Settings
1. Press > > S ystems settings > B ackup & reset. 2. Check whether the Backup account is right. 3. Tap the Back up my data checkbox. (A blue checkmark will appear.) 4. To set to automatically restore the backups, tap the Automatic restore checkbox. (A blue checkmark will appear.) Factory Data Reset Resetting the phone restores all the factory defaults, including personal data from internal phone storage, information about your Google Account, any other accounts, your system and application settings, and any downloaded applications. Resetting the phone does not erase any system software updates you’ve downloaded or any files you have saved, such as music, pictures, or applications. After resetting the phone, the next time you turn on the phone, you’re prompted to reenter the same kind of information as when you first started the phone. See Activate Your Phone. 1. Press > ...
Page 181 Services Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with impaired vision by providing verbal feedback. To turn on the Talkback function 1. Tap > > S ystems settings > A ccessibility > T alkBack. 2. Tap the TalkBack switch to turn it on. 3. Tap SETTINGS at the bottom of the screen to adjust the TalkBack settings. Vision 1. Tap > > S ystems settings > A ccessibility. 2. ...
Page 182: Pc Connection
2. Set the following options as you want. Auto-rotate screen: C heckmark to allow the device to rotate the screen depending on the device orientation (portrait or landscape). Speak passwords: C heckmark so that you can say your log in passwords (instead of typing your passwords). Power button ends call: C heckmark so that you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock Button . When this option is enabled, pressing the Power/Lock Button during a call does not lock the screen. Easy access: A llows you to select easy access. Text-to-speech output: T ext-to-speech output provides audible readout of text, for example, the contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for incoming calls. PC Connection Your device's PC connection menu lets you configure USB connection type and Ask on connection. Also you can see the PC connection help. USB Connection Type Opens a dialog box to choose the default connection mode when connecting your phone to a PC via ...
Page 183: Activate This Device
USB debugging: C heckmark to turn on debug mode when USB is connected. Allow mock locations: C heckmark to set the device to a mock location. Select debug app: A llows you to select the debugging application. Wait for debugger: C heckmark to wait for debugger. Debugged application waits for debugger to attach before executing. Show touches: C heckmark to show visual feedback when the screen is tapped. Show touch data: C heckmark to make touch data visible on the screen. Show layoutbounds: C heckmark to show clip bounds, margins, etc. ...
Page 184: System Updates
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to activate your phone. System Updates From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings menu. Update Your Android Operating System This option allows you to update the Android Operating System (OS) on your phone via an over-the- air connection. There are two components: S print User-Interface (UI) firmware and Google OS. 1. Press > > System settings > System updates > Update Firmware and Update LG software. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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. 1. Press > > System settings > System updates > Update profile. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Update Your PRL This option allows you to download and update the PRL (Preferred Roaming List) automatically. 1. Press ...
Page 185 2. Tap the desired menu to view detailed information about your phone. Settings...
Page 186: Copyright Information
Copyright Information ©2013 Sprint. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. ©2013 LG Electronics, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics, Inc. LG Optimus F3 is a trademark of LG Electronics, Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. microSD™ is a trademark of SanDisk. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Unless otherwise specified herein, all accessories referenced herein are sold separately. All features, functionality, and other product specifications are subject to change. Screen shots are simulated and subject to change. Copyright Information...
Page 187: Index
Index 3-way Calling 53 Calculator 140 Calendar 123, 130 Call Emergency Numbers 42 Call Forwarding 53 About Phone 176 Call Logs 55 Access Gmail 71 Call Reject 147 Access Recently-Used Applications 31 Call Settings 147 Accessibility 172 Call Using the Phone Dialer 41 Accounts 70 Call Waiting 52 Accounts & Sync 168 Caller ID 52 Activate This Device 175 Camera 115 Activate Your Phone 2 Camera Settings 116 Add a Contact 62 Capture the Screen 127 Add a Contact to Your Favorites 63 Change Calendar Settings 134 Add a VPN Connection 109 Change Calendar View 130 Add a Wi-Fi Network 106 Change Gmail Settings 76 Add an Email Account 78 Change the Phone's Wallpaper 30 Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Change the Screen Orientation 32 Screen 29 Change Your Main Greeting via the Adjust Browser Settings 112 Voicemail Menu 49 Airplane Mode 146 Communicate with Your Contacts 66 Alarm/Clock 136 Compose Text Messages 83 Android Beam 153...
Page 188 Import Contacts From Your Internal Device Settings 157 Storage 68 Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Import, Export, and Share Contacts 68 Pauses 44 In-call Options 54 Dial From the Contacts List 44 In-Call Options 43 Dialing Options 42 Incoming Call Popup 147 Direct Dialing 45 International Dialing 149 Disconnect Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call 144 Display and Synchronize Calendars 134 Language & Input Settings 171 Display Settings 160 Launch a Web Connection 108 Learn to Navigate the Browser 110 LG Keyboard 33 Edit a Contacts Entry 63 LG Tag+ 104 Edit or Delete an Event 133 Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages 48 Edit the Display Name via the Voicemail Location Access 169 Menu 49 Lock and Unlock Your Phone 13 Email 77 Lock Screen 164 Enter Text 32 Entertainment 92 Export Contacts to Your Internal Storage 68 Make Phone Calls 41 Extend Your Battery Life 16 Make Your First Call 3 Extended Home Screen 22 Manage Your Account 5 Managing Message Conversations 86 Menu Key 17...
Page 189 Send Items via Bluetooth 143 Set an Event Reminder 133 Pairing Bluetooth Devices 142 Set Roam Mode 151 PC Connection 174 Set Up Secure Credential Storage 109 Personal Settings 168 Set Up Speed Dialing 55 Phone and Web Search Using Text Set Up Visual Voicemail 46 Entry 38 Set Up Voicemail 50 Phone and Web Search Using Voice Set Up Your Phone 1 Command 39 Set Up Your Voicemail 4 Phone Basics 7 Settings 146 Phone Call Options 52 Share & Connect 153 Phone Calls 41 Share a Contact 68 Phone Function Keys 17 Sign into Your Google Account 70 Play Store 92 SmartShare 128 Plus (+) Code Dialing 45 Sound Settings 157 Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot 155 Sprint Account Information and Help 4 Power Button Ends Call 148 Sprint Account Passwords 4 Prepare Your Phone for VPN Sprint Applications 94 Connection 109 Sprint ID 93 Privacy Keeper 148 Sprint Music Plus 99 Proximity Sensor 149 Sprint Support Services 6 Sprint TV & Movies 97 Sprint Zone 95 Status Bar 9...
Page 190 USB Tethering 154 Use the Applications Key 23 Video 115 Video Settings 119 Video Wiz 121 View Event Details 132 View Your Pictures 117 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 109 Visual Voicemail 46 Voice Clarity 150 Voice Command 58 Voicemail (Traditional) 50 Voicemail Notification 51 Voicemail Settings 150 VPN Settings 156 VuTalk 123 Web and Data 105 Wi-Fi Direct 107 Wi-Fi Settings 147 Wide Voice extension 150 Wireless & Networks Settings 146 Work with Menus 17 Your Home Screen 22 Your Phone at a Glance 1 Your Phone Overview 7 Your User Name 107 YouTube™ 100 Index...
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