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  • Page 1 Started All you need to know to get going.
  • Page 2 This booklet introduces you to the basics of getting started with Sprint and your LG Optimus Elite™. Visit sprint.com/support for the complete User Guide, along with...

  • Page 3: Using This Guide

    Using This Guide This Get Started guide is designed to help you set up and use your new LG Optimus Elite™. It’s divided into four sections to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Use Your Device − page 14 − Take Get Ready −...
  • Page 4 Your LG Optimus Elite™ Power button Camera lens Flash Proximity Sensor Headset Jack Camera self-portrait Status mirror Bar Icons Volume button Display Applications Screen Phone Sprint ID SEARCH HOME Charger/Accessory Jack MENU BACK...

  • Page 5: Get Your Device Ready

    Get Your Device Ready Install the Battery Turn the Device On 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the • Press and hold the power button.. back of the device. Unlock the Screen 2. Align the battery’s contacts with those inside the •...

  • Page 6: Activate Your Device

    Activate Your Device Activate Your Device When you have finished, make a phone call to confirm your activation. If your device is still not • If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it activated or you do not have access to the is probably activated and ready to use.

  • Page 7: Complete The Setup Application

    Setup Application *You do not need to sign up for a Google The setup application helps you set up various account to use your device; however, to options and applications, including setting up download applications from Android Market, you your Google™ account.* must link your device to a Google account.
  • Page 8 Android Basics: Getting Around Your Device Move Around Your Device’s Menus and Screens Using Gestures Your device’s touchscreen lets you control everything through various types of touches, or gestures. Tap: When you want to type using the onscreen Press keyboard, select items such as application and and hold settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger.
  • Page 9 Swipe or slide: Quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Swipe, Slide or Drag Drag: Press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move it. Do not release your finger until you have reached the Rotate target position.

  • Page 10: Your Home Screen

    Your Home Screen Viewing Your Home Screen Status Bar Your device’s Home screen extends horizontally to The status bar at the top of the Home screen lets five full screens. This gives you room to customize you quickly see both your device status your device and put the things you need front and (connections, signal strength, battery, GPS) and center, just a swipe away.

  • Page 11: Notifications Panel

    Customize Your Home Screen Notifications Panel 1. Press > and tap Add. You can expand the notification area to provide more detailed information about the current 2. On the Add to Home screen, touch the item onscreen notification icons. you wish to add (Shortcuts, Widgets, Folders, or Wallpapers).

  • Page 12: Buttons And Keys

    Buttons and Keys LG Optimus Elite™ Buttons and Keys • Home Key ( ) – Press to return to the main The bottom front of your device contains a row of Home screen. four static keys that let you perform specific •...

  • Page 13: Open Applications

    Open Applications Access Recently-Used Applications Your device keeps a running list of your eight • If an application is on one of your Home screens, most recently used applications. just tap it to open it. • If an application is not available from your Home 1.

  • Page 14: Entering Text With The Onscreen Keyboard

    Select from an onscreen list There are two versions of onscreen keyboards of possible word matches (if prompted). This occurs available on your Optimus Elite™: the Android if your current swype has generated more than one keyboard and Swype (default), which uses a possible word match.
  • Page 15 Your Swype Keyboard Settings • Auto-spacing automatically inserts spaces between words. When you finish a word, just You can customize your onscreen keyboard lift your finger to start the next word. settings to suit your needs: • Auto-capitalization automatically capitalizes Press and tap Settings >...
  • Page 16 Entering Text With the Onscreen Keyboard Your Android Keyboard Entering text with the onscreen Android QWERTY keyboard is easy: just tap the letters to type the words. 1. From a screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the onscreen keyboard. Recipient 2.

  • Page 17: Make And Answer Calls

    Make and Answer Calls Your Android Keyboard Settings Make a Phone Call 1. If the screen is locked, drag to the right side Press and tap Settings > Language & of the screen. keyboard > Android keyboard to access the Android keyboard settings such as: 2.

  • Page 18: Retrieve Your Voicemail

    Use Your Device: Voicemail Set Up Your Voicemail Retrieve Your Voicemail All unanswered calls are automatically transferred to 1. Press and tap Voicemail. your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned 2. Tap a message to listen to it. off.

  • Page 19: Send A Text Message

    Messaging Send a Text Message Note: For information on taking pictures and videos with your device, see "Camera & Camcorder" on 1. Press and tap Messaging page 20. 2. Tap New message, or press and tap Compose. Access Messages 3. Enter a phone number, email address, or contact 1.

  • Page 20: Save A Phone Number

    Contacts Your device’s Contacts function lets you access and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including Google and Corporate email accounts, contacts synced from your computer, and old-fashioned contacts entered by hand. Save a Phone Number Retrieve a Phone Number 1.

  • Page 21: Edit A Contact Entry

    Edit a Contact Entry • More to add additional categories such as IM, Notes, Nickname, or Website. 1. Press and tap Contacts > [contact you'd like to edit]. 4. Tap Done to save your updates. 2. Press and tap Edit contact. 3.

  • Page 22: Set Up A Gmail Account

    Email Set Up a POP3/IMAP Email Account Your device’s Email applications let you access and manage multiple email accounts simultaneously 1. Press and tap > Email in one convenient location. Although there is a 2. Enter the Email address and Password for the separate Gmail application, the main email email account.

  • Page 23: Send An Email Message

    Send an Email Message 6. Enter a Domain\Username, Password, and Exchange Server information. 1. Press and tap > Email > 7. Read the onscreen activation disclaimer and, if Gmail prompted, tap Next. 2. If necessary, tap the selection arrow ( 8.

  • Page 24: Camera And Camcorder

    Camera & Camcorder Take a Picture 3. Using the device’s display screen as a viewfinder, aim the lens at your subject, and tap to begin 1. Press and tap > Camera. recording. 2. Using your display as a viewfinder, aim the 4.

  • Page 25: Downloading Applications From The Web

    Find sports scores, news, and weather. Shop online. On-the-go access lets you browse full-color versions of your favorite websites. Go Online Downloading Applications From the Web You can download applications while browsing 1. Press and tap > Browser. the Web, but you must first set permissions in 2.

  • Page 26: Connect To A Wi-Fi Network

    Wi-Fi Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Note: When you’re not using Wi-Fi, clear the Wi-Fi check box in the Wireless & networks settings When you’re in range of an available Wi-Fi page to extend battery life. network you can use your device’s Wi-Fi feature to access the Internet and other data services.

  • Page 27: Android Market

    Android Market Android Market™ gives you access to more than 100,000 applications to boost your productivity and increase your fun. Download Applications and Games 6. Tap an app or game to read a description and user reviews. 1. Press and tap >...

  • Page 28: Google™ Mobile Services

    Google™ Mobile Services Your LG Optimus Elite™ provides easy access to a variety of Google services including Gmail™, Google Talk™, Google Mobile Wallet™, Google Maps™, Google Navigation, and YouTube™. • Gmail – The Google mail service. Your Gmail • Google Maps and Google Navigation – The...
  • Page 29 Bluetooth Share Contacts, Files, or Pictures Using Pair and Connect With a Bluetooth Bluetooth -Capable Device ® 1. Open the application containing the file you 1. Verify your Bluetooth is active. (Press > and tap Settings > Wireless & networks > want to share (for example, press Bluetooth to turn on Bluetooth.

  • Page 30: Listening To Music

    Music Adding Music to Your Music Folder Listening to Music Before you can listen to music with the Music 1. Press and tap > Music. application on your device, you will need to load 2. Tap Artists, Albums, Songs, or Playlists. songs into your Music folder.

  • Page 31: Switch Id Packs

    Sprint ID 3. Tap an ID Pack on the Sprint ID screen. ID Packs are bundles of applications, ringtones, wallpapers, settings, and more. ID Packs are installed 4. Read the information screen for a description using an application called Sprint ID. of the ID Pack and tap Install.

  • Page 32: Sprint Applications

    Sprint Applications Sprint Music Plus Access additional exclusive Sprint features right from your phone when you install the Sprint ID Pack. In addition to the Music application (see page 26), your phone offers Sprint Music Plus, an Sprint TV and Movies all-in-one music store and player for full songs, Live TV and video on demand.

  • Page 33: Gps Navigator

    TeleNav GPS Navigator Sprint Zone TeleNav™ GPS Navigator lets you see and hear Enhance your Sprint experience. The free Sprint turn-by-turn directions to a known address, or find Zone application makes it a snap to manage nearby restaurants, stores, banks, or gas stations. your account, get tips and tricks for your device, Get information about traffic and alternate routes find recommended apps, and more.

  • Page 34: Accessing Settings

    Tools & Resources: Settings Explore ways to customize your device, set permissions, update your phone, and more in the Settings menu. Accessing Settings • Location & security • Applications 1. Press and tap > Settings. • Accounts & sync – or – •...

  • Page 35: Battery Saving Tips

    Battery-Saving Tips Manage the Display Brightness and Screen Manage Your Device’s Wireless Functions Timeout Disable the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS functions of the device when you’re not using them. • Press > and tap Settings > Display > Brightness to modify the backlight setting •...

  • Page 36: Manage Your Account

    Manage Your Account Online: www.sprint.com From Any Other Phone • Sprint Customer Service: • make a payment, see your bills, enroll in online Dial 1-888-211-4727 billing • check minute usage and account balance • Business Customer Service: Dial 1-888-788-4727 • see or modify the details of your Sprint service plan •...
  • Page 37 • Web – Visit sprint.com/support for the complete User Guide, along with videos, tutorials, and So where is my user guide? community forums for your Optimus Elite. To support our increased responsibility efforts, • Sprint Zone – Press and tap >...
  • Page 38 Index Gmail 18 Sprint Zone 29 Google 24 Activate 2 Phone Call 14 Status Bar 6 GPS Navigation 29 Android Market 23 Phone Number 16 Swype 5, 10-11 Answer a Phone Call 13 Picture Messages 15 Applications 9, 21 Home Screen 6 Pictures 20 Tap 4 Predictive Text 11...
  • Page 39 Terms of use and other policies usually are available on the application provider’s website. ©2012 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are property of their respective owners. LG Optimus Elite™ is a trademark of LG Electronics, Inc.. Other marks are property of their respective owners. Screen images simulated.
  • Page 40 Printed in Korea MBM63563803...

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