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  • Page 1 ENGLISH User Guide LG-D165g www.lg.com 00000000 (1.0)
  • Page 2 Part 15.21 statement Part 15.105 statement...
  • Page 5 Copyright ©2014 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 6: Important Notice

    Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1.
  • Page 7 Important notice Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications. Some applications you have downloaded may reduce battery power. To check the battery power level: From the Home screen, tap >...
  • Page 8 3. Before installing an open source application and operating system (OS) WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your phone will no longer be covered by the warranty. WARNING To protect your phone and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store.

  • Page 9: Using The Hard Reset (Factory Reset)

    Important notice WARNING Precautions to take when using a pattern lock. It is very important to remember the screen lock you set. You will not be able to access your phone if you use an incorrect screen lock 5 times. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.

  • Page 10: Opening And Switching Applications

    Turn the phone off. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key Release the Power/Lock Key when the LG logo is displayed. Press the Power/Lock Key again within 3 seconds. When the Factory data reset screen appear, release all keys.

  • Page 11: Transferring Music, Photos And Videos Using Media Sync (Mtp)

    Important notice To stop applications: From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings > Apps > RUNNING. Tap the desired application and tap Stop to stop it. 7. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP) Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable provided with your phone.

  • Page 12: When The Screen Freezes

    9. When the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it: Press and hold the Power/Lock Key for 10 seconds to turn your phone off. If it still does not work, please contact the service center.

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Power/Lock Key Turn your phone on/off, Proximity Sensor restart, lock/unlock the Volume Keys screen, turn airplane mode Allow you to adjust the ringer, on or off, and change the media volume, or the volume ringer type.
  • Page 14 WARNING Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions. Do not cover the LCD proximity sensor with protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction. Volume Keys On the Home screen: Control ringer volume.
  • Page 15 Getting to know your phone Back cover Battery Camera Lens microSD Card slot SIM card slot Speaker...

  • Page 16: Installing The Battery

    Installing the battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in figure below.
  • Page 17 Getting to know your phone 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). Align the back cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).

  • Page 18: Charging The Phone

    Charging the phone The Charger/USB Port is at the bottom of the phone. Insert one end of the USB cable into the phone and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.

  • Page 19: Using The Memory Card

    Getting to know your phone Using the memory card Make sure to unmount the SD card in the Storage menu before removing it. Remove the back cover. Insert the memory card into the slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing downwards.

  • Page 20: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your phone.

  • Page 21: Your Home Screen

    Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Touch or tap – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.

  • Page 22: Home Screen

    NOTE: To select an item, tap the center of the icon. Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap. Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other keys.
  • Page 23 Your Home screen Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen. To add items on your Home screen: Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen.
  • Page 24 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, such as Wi-Fi or bat tery strength, on the right.
  • Page 25 Your Home screen To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification Panel Swipe the Quick Settings bar to the left and tap . Touch and hold next to the items you want to move and drag it to the desired location. Tap the checkbox next to each item to add them to the Quick Settings bar.
  • Page 26 Notification icons on the Status Bar Notification icons appear on the Status Bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones. Icon Description Icon Description No signal...
  • Page 27 Your Home screen Icon Description Icon Description New Hangouts message Alarm is set New text or multimedia message New voicemail Song is playing Ringer is silenced Phone is connected to PC via Battery saver is on USB cable NOTE: The icon locations in the Status Bar may differ depending on the functions, features, and apps being used.

  • Page 28: On-Screen Keyboard

    Tap to delete the previous character. Entering special characters The LG Keyboard allows you to enter special characters (e.g. “á”) when entering text. For example, to enter “á”, touch and hold the “a” key until the additional characters are displayed. Then select the special character you want to enter.

  • Page 29: Google Account Setup

    Google account setup The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one. Creating your Google account From the Home screen, tap to open the applications screen.
  • Page 30 After signing in, you can use Gmail, and Play Store; back up your settings to Google servers; and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.

  • Page 31: Connecting To Networks And Devices

    Connecting to Networks and Devices Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or 'hotspot'.
  • Page 32 Bluetooth allows you to share data with other Bluetooth-enabled devices and connect to Bluetooth headsets. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
  • Page 33 Connecting to Networks and Devices Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the other device. NOTE: Some devices, especially headsets or hands-free car kits, may have a fixed Bluetooth PIN, such as 0000. If the other device has a PIN, you will be asked to enter it.

  • Page 34: Connecting To Virtual Private Networks

    Connecting to Virtual Private Networks Virtual private networks (VPNs) allows you to connect to resources inside a secure local network, from outside that network. To add a VPN From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings > More... > VPN.
  • Page 35 Connecting to Networks and Devices Synchronize with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. Use the USB cable to connect the phone to a PC on which Windows Media Player has been installed. Select the Media sync (MTP) option. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC.

  • Page 36: Making A Call

    Calls Calls Making a call From the Home screen, tap to open the dial pad. Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap to make a call. To end a call, tap TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The In-Call Volume

    Calls to decline the incoming call. TIP! Decline with message You can send a message quickly using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call with message during a meeting. Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys on the left-hand side of the phone.

  • Page 38: Viewing Your Call Logs

    Viewing your call logs From the Home screen, tap and choose the Call logs tab . A complete list of all dialed, received and missed calls is displayed. TIP! Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call. Tap the Menu Key , then tap Delete all to delete all the recorded items or tap Delete to delete individual items.

  • Page 39: Searching For A Contact

    Contacts Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contacts name. You can also scroll the alphabet bar along the right side of the screen.

  • Page 40: Creating A Group

    Tap the star to the right of the contact's name. The star will turn yellow color. Removing a contact from your favorites list From the Home screen, tap to open your contact list. Tap the tab and choose a contact to view its details. Tap the yellow color star to the right of the contact's name.

  • Page 41: Sending A Message

    TIP! You can tap the icon to attach a file you want to share. NOTE: All functions of the Messaging app will be limited if the LG Messaging app is not set as the default SMS app. To set the default SMS app, open Messaging and tap Menu Key >...

  • Page 42: View Mode

    WARNING The 160-character limit may vary from country to country, depending on the language and how the text message is coded. If an image, video or audio file is added to an text message, it is automatically converted into a multimedia message and you are charged accordingly.

  • Page 43: Managing An Email Account

    E-mail E-mail You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email 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 Email application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account.

  • Page 44: Composing And Sending Email

    Each account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional folders. Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the Email application, tap Enter an address for the message's intended recipient.

  • Page 45: Getting To Know The Viewfinder

    Camera Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Settings – Tap to open the Settings menu. Video mode – Tap to switch to video mode. Capture – Takes a photo. Gallery –...

  • Page 46: Using The Advanced Settings

    After selecting the option, tap the Back Key This enables you to take a picture by saying a voice command. Say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG to take a photo. This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image.

  • Page 47: Taking A Quick Photo

    Camera Camera Select what action to take when pressing the Volume Keys. Choose from Capture or Zoom. Select the location where you want to save your images. Tap this whenever you want to know how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick help guide.

  • Page 48: Once You've Taken A Photo

    Once you've taken a photo Tap the image preview at the bottom of the screen to view the last photo you captured. Choose to view the photo with the Gallery. Tap to take another photo immediately. Tap to send your photo to others or share it via social network services. Tap to delete the photo.

  • Page 49: Viewing Your Saved Photos

    Camera 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 – Displays a slideshow using all of your photos. Add location – Add location information to your photo. Details –...

  • Page 50: Video Camera

    Video camera Video camera To open the video camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, then tap switch to video mode. Getting to know the viewfinder Settings – Tap to open the settings menu. Camera mode – Tap to switch to camera mode. Record –...
  • Page 51 Video camera Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Improves white balance in various lighting conditions.

  • Page 52: Recording A Quick Video

    Recording a quick video Open the Camera application and tap the Video mode button . The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen. Hold your phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. once to start recording. A timer showing the length of the video is displayed.

  • Page 53: Watching Your Saved Videos

    Video camera Watching your saved videos In the viewfinder, tap the image preview at the bottom of the screen. Your Gallery will appear on the screen. Tap a video to play it automatically. Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of a video while it is playing, use the Volume Keys on the left side of the phone.

  • Page 54: Lg Unique Function

    LG Unique Function LG Unique Function 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.
  • Page 55 LG Unique Function Create a memo using the toolbar options. in the Edit menu to save the memo to the QuickMemo album in your Gallery. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail.
  • Page 56 Tap to send your memo to others or share it via social network services. Saves the memo in the Gallery. Viewing the saved QuickMemo Open the Gallery and select the QuickMemo album.
  • Page 57 Multimedia Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in the internal and external memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Gallery NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device.
  • Page 58 Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files.
  • Page 59 Multimedia Videos Your phone has a video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. Playing a video From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Videos Select the video you want to play. Tap to pause video playback. Tap to resume video playback.
  • Page 60 NOTE: While watching a video, slide the ;eft side of the screen up and down to adjust the brightness. Slide the right side of the screen up and down to adjust the volume. Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, from the Home screen, tap >...
  • Page 61 Multimedia Tap to resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments. Tap to go back to the beginning of the song. Tap twice to return to the previous song.

  • Page 62: Setting Your Alarm

    Utilities Utilities Setting your alarm From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Alarm/Clock > Set the time and select AM or PM. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. Tap Save to save the alarm.

  • Page 63: Adding An Event To Your Calendar

    Utilities Adding an event to your calendar From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar and choose from Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda to change the month view. Tap the date for which you wish to add an event and touch Tap the Event name field and enter the event name.
  • Page 64 NOTE: Tap to access the list of recordings. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time. POLARIS Viewer 5 POLARIS Viewer 5 let you view various types of electronic documents such as MS Office, PDF, Text, and more.

  • Page 65: Voice Search

    Utilities Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Voice Search Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 66 The Web The Web Browser Use this application to browse the Internet. The Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
  • Page 67 The Web Opening a page To open a new page, tap > To go to to an open page, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
  • Page 68 Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Chrome Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter a web address or search criteria, and tap on the keyboard. Opening a page To open a new page, tab >...

  • Page 69: Access The Settings Menu

    Settings Settings Access the Settings menu From the Home screen, tap > Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings. Select a setting category and configure the desired settings. WIRELESS & NETWORKS <...
  • Page 70 < Call > Voicemail – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service. OUTGOING CALL Auto retry – Sets the amount of time to wait before automatically redialing a call that failed to connect. Choose from Off, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, or 60 seconds. INCOMING CALL Incoming call pop-up –...
  • Page 71 Settings OTHERS DTMF tones – Sets the length of the DTMF tones. Choose Normal or Long. Call restrictions – Allows you to restrict incoming or outgoing calls. Call duration – View the duration of calls including Last call, Outgoing calls, Incoming calls and All calls.
  • Page 72 RINGTONES & VIBRATIONS Phone ringtone – Allows you to set your incoming call ringtone. Incoming call vibration – Allows you to set your incoming call vibration. Ringtone with vibration – Vibration feedback for calls. SYSTEM Voice notifications – Read out incoming call and message event automatically. Notification sound –...
  • Page 73 Settings ADVANCED SETTINGS Home button LED – Set the Home button LED brightness and type. < Home screen > SCREEN Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Select it from Gallery, Live Wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpaper gallery.
  • Page 74 < Lock screen > SCREEN SECURITY Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Set None, Swipe, Pattern, PIN or Password. Wallpaper – Select the wallpaper for your lock screen from Gallery or Wallpaper gallery. Shortcuts –...
  • Page 75 Settings SENSOR Motion sensor calibration – Improve the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the sensor. < Storage > INTERNAL STORAGE – View the internal storage usage. SD CARD – Check total available SD card space. Tap Unmount SD card for safe removal.
  • Page 76 BATTERY SAVING ITEMS Auto-sync – Turns off Auto-sync. Wi-Fi – Turns off Wi-Fi if data is not in use. Bluetooth – Turns off Bluetooth if it's not connected to a device. Vibrate on touch – Turns off touch feedback. Brightness – Adjusts the brightness. Screen timeout –...
  • Page 77 Settings < Guest mode > Use Guest mode when you let someone else use your phone. They will only be able to use the applications that you’ve selected. Once you set it up, you can easily put your phone in Guest mode by drawing the guest pattern on the Lock screen that you set, which is different from your normal unlock pattern.
  • Page 78 STORAGE ENCRYPTION Encrypt SD card – Allows you to encrypt the SD card data to keep it secure. After encryption, you will not be able to use it in other devices. Any data that is created or updated after disabling encryption will not be encrypted but the data that has been previously encrypted will remain encrypted.
  • Page 79 Settings LG Keyboard – Checkmark to select the LG Keyboard to enter data. Tap change the following settings: Input language and type – Sets the keyboard language and type of keyboard. Word suggestion – Sets word prediction and auto word correction.
  • Page 80 MOUSE/TRACKPAD Pointer speed – Sets the pointer speed using a slide bar to select it. < Backup & reset > BACKUP & RESTORE Backup my data – Backup your app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Backup account – Allows you to set the account to which you want to backup data Automatic restore –...
  • Page 81 Settings TalkBack – Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with impaired vision by providing verbal feedback. Tap the switch at the top right corner of the screen to turn it on. Tap Settings at the bottom of the screen to adjust the TalkBack settings.
  • Page 82 This menu allows you to manage your software updates and view various information relating to your device. Phone name – Allows you to change your phone name. This will be your phone name for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, etc. Update Center – Check updates for apps and software provided by LG Electronics.
  • Page 83 Software information – Allows you to view the Android version, baseband version, kernel version, build number, and software version. Legal information – Allow you to view LG apps rights agreement, open source licenses and Google legal information. Patent information – Display LG patent information.

  • Page 84: Phone Software Update

    - Each software version is updated sequentially. Even after the update is completed, check if there is any newer version available. - LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the availability of the...
  • Page 85 Charger USB cable Connect your phone and PC. Battery User Guide Learn more about your phone. NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty. Accessories may vary in different regions.
  • Page 86 Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. Category Question Answer Sub-Category You can connect Bluetooth audio device such as Stereo/ Bluetooth Mono headset, Car Kit and share pictures, videos, What are the functions...
  • Page 87 Category Question Answer Sub-Category What happens when Phone Function I execute another Your email will automatically be saved as a draft. application while writing Email an email? Is there a file size Phone Function limitation for when I want There is no file size limitation. to use a MP3 file as a Ringtone ringtone?
  • Page 88 + Volume What should I do if I Down Key Phone Function forgot the Unlock Pattern 3. Release the Power/Lock Key when the LG Unlock and I didn’t create the logo is displayed. Google account on the Pattern 4. Press the Power/Lock Key...
  • Page 89 Category Question Answer Sub-Category 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key 2. Tap System settings > Lock screen. Phone Function 3. Tap Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time How do I create the Unlock you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Pattern Unlock Pattern? appears.
  • Page 90 Category Question Answer Sub-Category When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to When Wi-Fi and 3G are Phone Function On). However, there will be no notification when your both available, which phone switches from one to the other.
  • Page 91 Category Question Answer Sub-Category Phone Spec Which wireless bands are Your phone is able to operate on the 800Mhz and supported by the phone? 1900MHz bands. Band 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key 2. Tap System settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset.

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