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ENGLISH User Guide LG-E445 www.lg.com MFL67799501 (1.0)
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LG Mobile Service center. We assure you the information will be kept confidential and used for internal purpose only. LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. does not have any revenue sharing with any cellphone operators for proceeds from SMS of automatic registration.
Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..5 Wi-Fi network ........35 Bluetooth ..........36 Important notice ........12 Sharing your phone's data connection ...37 PC connections with a USB cable ...39 Getting to know your phone ....18 Phone overview ........18 Calls ............41 Installing the SIM card and battery ..20 Making a call .........41...
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Voice Search..........69 Viewing the saved QuickMemo ....59 Downloads ..........69 LG SmartWorld ........60 The Web ..........70 How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone ..........60 Internet ..........70 How to use LG SmartWorld ....60 Using the Web toolbar ......70 Viewing webpages .......70 Multimedia ..........62...
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Settings ...........73 Access the Settings menu .....73 WIRELESS & NETWORKS .......73 DEVICE ..........76 PERSONAL ..........78 SYSTEM ..........79 PC software (LG PC Suite) ......81 Phone software update ......84 About this user guide ......86 About this user guide ......86 Trademarks ...........86 Accessories ..........87...
Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model LG-E445 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair • work is required. Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards • that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.
Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the • information on the magnetic strips. Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the phone. • Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture. •...
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Precautions Use a wireless hands-free system (headphone, headset) with a low power Bluetooth • emitter. Keep your calls short or send text message (SMS) instead. This advice applies • especially to children, adolescents and pregnant women. Use the cell phone in good quality network signal.
Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level. When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking •...
You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other • battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximize the • battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
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If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics • service point or dealer for assistance. Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to • save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1.
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To check the battery power level: > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Common Touch • tab > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen. To monitor and control how battery power is being used: >...
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Important notice 4. Using an unlock pattern > Apps tab > Settings > Lock Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch screen from DEVICE > Select screen lock > Pattern. This opens a screen that will guide you through how to draw a screen unlock pattern. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock pattern.
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Turn the power off. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key + Home key. When the LG Logo appears on the screen, release all keys. WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted.
Important notice 6. Opening and switching applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another one. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.
8. Hold your phone upright Hold your cell phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. Your phone has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this may affect performance. When making/receiving calls or sending/receiving data, avoid holding the lower part of the phone where the antenna is located.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Power/Lock Key Switch your phone on/off by Proximity Sensor • pressing and holding this key. Short press to lock/unlock Home Key • the screen. Return to the Home screen from any screen. SIM Switch Key Back Key Touch the key for SIM1/SIM2...
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Volume keys In the Home screen: Control • ringer volume. Power/Lock Key During a call: Control your • earpiece volume. When playing a song: Control Earphone Jack • volume continuously. Microphone Charger/USB Port Battery cover Flash Battery Camera lens microSD Card slot SIM card slot 1 SIM card slot 2...
Getting to know your phone Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery. To remove the battery cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your index finger as shown in figure.
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Slide the SIM cards into its respective slots as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. SIM 2 SIM 1 Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2).
Getting to know your phone Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2). Charging the phone The charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the charging cable into the phone and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
Using the memory card Turn the phone off before inserting or removing the Memory card. Remove the battery cover. Insert the Memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area of Memory card is facing downwards. Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.
Home screen Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customize each panel with Apps, Downloads, Widgets and Wallpapers. NOTE: Some screen images may be different depending on your phone provider. On your Home screen, you can view menu icons at the bottom of the screen. Menu icons provide easy and one-touch access to the functions you use the most.
Your Home screen TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps menu, touch and hold the application you want to add. TIP! Using folders You can combine several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen, and the two icons will be combined.
Notifications Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads. From the notifications panel, you can view your phone's current status and pending notifications. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons showing things like Wi-Fi or bat tery strength on the right.
Your Home screen Quick Settings Use Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness and more. For Quick Set tings, swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel and swipe or touch for you desired setting. To rearrange Quick Setting items on the notification panel Touch .
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Icon Description Icon Description No SIM card Battery fully charged No signal Battery is charging Airplane mode Downloading data Connected to a Wi-Fi network Uploading data Wired headset GPS is acquiring Call in progress Receiving location data from GPS Call hold Data is syncing Speakerphone New Gmail...
Your Home screen Icon Description Icon Description Ringer is silenced Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is active Vibrate mode NOTE: The icons location in the status bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text.
Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Touch to view more Touch to access the Alarm/Clock recommended applications for menu directly. Application Alarm your device Clock Manager Touch to use the Music Player To keep track of your appointment directly. and creates meeting requests. Calendar Music Touch to open camera...
Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Touch to use Google search on Touch to change the Google your phone. settings. Google Google Settings Guest Mode,A function designed Touch to use Google's Social for owner who give their handset Network Service. to their children or other people Guest Google+...
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Touch to adjust general settings solution. of your phone. Remotecall Settings Service Touch to open LG Smart World Touch to create task, revise it Application, to download and delete it in MS outlook or applications. MS Office Outlook Web Access.
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. To set up your Google account: Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or 'hotspot'. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them.
You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or • received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate application or from Downloads Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
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Connecting to Networks and Devices To change Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings: > Apps tab > Settings > More... from the WIRELESS & NETWORKS tab Touch > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > choose options that you want to adjust. TIP! If your computer is running Windows 7 or a recent distribution of some flavours of Linux (such as Ubuntu), you will not usually need to prepare your computer for tethering.
Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP) Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable. If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. Choose System settings > PC connection > USB connection type, then select Media sync (MTP).
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Connecting to Networks and Devices Start synchronization. The following requirements must be satisfied to synchronize with Windows Media • Player. Items Requirement Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista or higher Window Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher If the Windows Media Player version is lower than 10, install version 10 or higher. •...
Calls Making a call Touch to open the keypad. Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the Touch to make a call. To end a call, touch the End icon TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts Touch to open your contacts.
Calls Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the left- hand side of the phone. Making a second call During your first call, touch Menu key > Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialled numbers list by touching or can search contacts by touching...
Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. On the Home screen, touch Touch Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact On the Home screen Touch to open your contacts. Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact Touch , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key...
Removing a contact from your favorites list Touch to open your contacts. Touch the tab, and choose a contact to view its details. Touch the yellow color star to the right of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites. Creating a group Touch to open your contacts.
Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message Touch on the Home screen and touch to open a blank message. Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear.
Threaded box Unread messages (SMS, MMS) are located on the top. And the others exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences.
E-mail You can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the E-mail application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.
Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the E-mail application, touch the Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons.
Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom - Zoom in or out. Cheese shutter – This enables you to take a picture as voice command. Say "Cheese" when you get ready to take a photo. Brightness –...
Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back key. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Selects photo resolution.
Camera Restore all camera default settings. Touch this whenever you want to know how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick guide. TIP! When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as •...
Once you've taken a photo Touch to view the last photo you captured. Touch to take another photo immediately. Touch to send your photo to others or share it via social network services. Touch to delete the photo. TIP! If you have an SNS account and set it up on your phone, you can share your photo with your SNS community.
Camera Edit – View and edit the photo. Adjusts light and shade to your photo. Applies artistic effects to your photos. Improve color quality in various lighting conditions. Applies additional options to your photos. Slideshow – Automatically shows you the images in the current folder one after the other.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Video size – Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Flash –...
Video camera Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Choose a colour tone to use for your new view. Activate this to use your phone's location-based services.
After recording a video Touch to view the last video you took. Touch to record another video immediately. Touch to send your video to others or share it via social network services. Touch to delete the video. NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.
LG Unique Function QuickMemo function Use the QuickMemo function to practically and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. Enter the QuickMemo screen by pressing both Volume Up & Down keys for one second from any screen.
Touch in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options You can easily use the QuickMenu options when using the QuickMemo function. Touch to keep the current memo on the screen and use the phone simultaneously.
> Apps tab > tap the icon to access LG SmartWorld. Touch Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership. Download the content you want.
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Apps for you – Recommended content based on your previous choices. Settings – Set Profile and Display. Sign in – Set your ID and Password. Try other useful functions as well. (Content Detail screen) • NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all countries.
Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in internal memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. > Apps tab > Gallery. Touch Open a list of catalog bars that store your multimedia files. NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed •...
Editing photos/videos When viewing an photo/video, tap the Menu key and use the advanced editing options. Slideshow: start a slideshow with the images in the current folder. • Deleting images Use one of the following methods: and select photos/videos by ticking, and then tap on Delete. In a folder, tap •...
Multimedia Touch to pause video playback. Touch to resume video playback. Touch to go 10 seconds forward. Touch to go 10 seconds backward. Touch to manage the video volume. Touch to change the ratio of the video screen. Touch to lock a video screen. To change the volume while watching a video, press the up and down volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone.
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Touch to manage the music volume. Touch to pause playback. Touch to resume playback. Touch to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch to go back to the beginning of the song. Touch twice to return to the previous song.
Multimedia FM Radio Your LG-E445 has a built-in FM Radio so you can tune in to your favorite stations and listen on the go. NOTE: You need to use your headphones to listen to the radio. Insert it into the headphone jack.
Utilities Setting your alarm > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > Touch After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will go off. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo.
Utilities If you wish to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details. If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT and set REMINDERS, if necessary. Touch Save to save the event in the calendar. Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.
Polaris Viewer Polaris Viewer let you view various types of electronic documents such as MS-Office, PDF, Text, etc. > Apps tab > Polaris Viewer 4. Touch • Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. >...
The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
Opening a page To go to new page, tap > To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
The Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. > Apps tab > Chrome. Touch NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the Address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page To go to a new page, tab >...
Settings Access the Settings menu > Apps tab > Settings. On the Home screen, touch On the Home screen, touch > System settings. Select a setting category and select an option. WIRELESS & NETWORKS < Dual SIM > You can configure Dual SIM settings. When two SIM cards are inserted on your phone, the SIM cards information are displayed.
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Settings < Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. TIP! How to obtain the MAC address To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your phone in the router. You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: touch Apps tab >...
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Call waiting: If call waiting is activated, the handset will notify you of an incoming call. < Common tab > Smart Forward - Allows you to receive SIM2 calls if you are busy on SIM1 and vice versa. On receiving the forwarded call extra charges will be applicable as per your operator. Incoming call popup –...
Settings DEVICE < Sound > Sound profile – Choose the Sound, either Vibrate only or Silent. Volumes – Manage the volume of Phone ringtone, Notification sound, Touch feedback & system, Music, video, games and other media. Quiet time – Set times to turn off all sounds except alarm and media. Ringtone with vibration –...
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< Home screen > Set the Theme, Screen swipe effect, Wallpaper, Scroll screens circularly, Portrait view only and Home backup & restore. < Lock screen > Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a screen unlock pattern.
Settings PERSONAL < Accounts & sync > Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deselecting this setting can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage. < Location access > Access to my location –...
< Language & input > Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary. < Backup & reset > Change the settings for managing your settings and data. Backup my data –...
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Ask on connection – Ask in USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. Help – Help for USB connection. PC Suite – Checkmark this to use LG PC Suite with your Wi-Fi connection. Help – Help for LG software.
PC software (LG PC Suite) "LG PC Suite" PC software is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC.
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Select the checkbox of contents to synchronize and click the Sync button. NOTE: To synchronize your phone with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install LG PC Suite onto your PC. Please refer to previous pages to install LG PC Suite.
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Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program. Install "LG PC Suite" on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using a USB cable.
Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
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DRM licence—might be lost in the process of updating your phone's software. Therefore, LG recommends that you back up your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data.
This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region or hardware •...
These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Battery Stereo headset Data cable Quick Start Guide NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions. •...
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM card in the phone Make sure that the SIM card is SIM error or it is inserted...
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialling error New network not authorized. New SIM card Calls not Check for new restrictions. inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit reached.
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Plug the charger into a different No voltage socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn number function allowed the function off.
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures If you use a protection tape or case, The screen make sure it has not covered the does not turn Proximity sensor area around the proximity sensor. on when I problem Make sure that the area around the receive a call.
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