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  • Page 1 Copyright ©2013 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 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..5 Bluetooth ..........35 Sharing your phone's data connection ...36 Important notice ........15 PC connections with a USB cable ...38 Getting to know your phone ....21 Calls ............40 Phone overview ........21 Making a call .........40 Installing the SIM card and battery ..23 Calling your contacts ......40 Charging the phone .......25...
  • Page 3 Voice Search..........68 Viewing the saved QuickMemo ....58 Downloads ..........68 LG SmartWorld ........59 The Web ..........69 How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone ..........59 Internet ..........69 How to use LG SmartWorld ....59 Using the Web toolbar ......69 Viewing webpages .......69 Multimedia ..........61...
  • Page 4 Settings ...........72 Access the Settings menu .....72 WIRELESS & NETWORKS .......72 DEVICE ..........74 PERSONAL ..........76 SYSTEM ..........77 PC software (LG PC Suite) ......79 Phone software update ......82 About this user guide ......84 About this user guide ......84 Trademarks ...........84 Accessories ..........85...
  • Page 5: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Exposure to radio frequency energy THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) recommended by international guidelines (ICNIRP).
  • Page 6 Guidelines for safe and efficient use to transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Do not charge the phone when it is on soft furnishings. • The phone should be charged in a well ventilated area. • Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust. • Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets;...
  • Page 9 Pacemakers Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15 cm be maintained between a mobile phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. To achieve this use the phone on the opposite ear to your pacemaker and do not carry it in a breast pocket. Hospitals Switch off your wireless device when requested to do so in hospitals, clinics or health care facilities.
  • Page 10 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Glass Parts Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove.
  • Page 11 Emergency calls Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile networks. Therefore you should never depend solely on your phone for emergency calls. Check with your local service provider. Part 15.21 statement Changes or modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 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 maximise battery • life.
  • Page 13 Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please recycle • when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. If you need to replace the battery, take it to your nearest authorised LG Electronics • service point or dealer for assistance.
  • Page 14 Guidelines for safe and efficient use DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-E450g product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/support/cedoc/RetrieveProductCeDOC.jsp...
  • Page 15: 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 16 Important notice To check the battery power level: > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Battery. Touch • 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: >...
  • Page 17 4. Using an unlock pattern Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Lock 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.
  • Page 18 Turn the power off. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key + QuickMemo function 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.
  • Page 19 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.
  • Page 20 Important notice 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.
  • Page 21: Getting To Know Your Phone

    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. Back Key Menu Key Return to the previous screen.
  • Page 22 Getting to know your phone Volume keys QuickMemo function key 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 microSD Card slot Battery cover Flash...
  • Page 23: Installing The Sim Card And Battery

    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.
  • Page 24 Getting to know your phone Slide the SIM card into its respective slots as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. 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).
  • Page 25: Charging The Phone

    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. NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. •...
  • Page 26: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    Getting to know your phone 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 touches and saves battery power. When you are not using your phone, press the Power/Lock key to lock your phone. If there are any programs running when you lock your screen, they may be still running in Lock mode.
  • Page 27: Your Home Screen

    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.
  • Page 28: Home Screen

    Your Home screen 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.
  • Page 29: Returning To Recently-Used Applications

    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.
  • Page 30: Swipe Down For Notifications & Settings

    Your Home screen Pending Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, & notifications battery status Swipe down for notifications & settings Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications panel, swipe up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen. NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
  • Page 31: Indicator Icons On The Status Bar

    Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator 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 displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device.
  • Page 32: On-Screen Keyboard

    Your Home screen Icon Description Icon Description Both USB tethering and portable New voicemail hotspot are active 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.
  • Page 33: Google Account Setup

    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.
  • Page 34: 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'. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them.
  • Page 35: Bluetooth

    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.
  • Page 36: Sharing Your Phone's Data Connection

    Connecting to Networks and Devices 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.
  • Page 37 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.
  • Page 38: Pc Connections With A Usb Cable

    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).
  • Page 39 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. •...
  • Page 40: Calls

    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.
  • Page 41: Adjusting The In-Call Volume

    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...
  • Page 42: Call Settings

    Calls 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.
  • Page 43: 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 On the Home screen Touch to open your contacts. Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key Touch...
  • Page 44: Creating A Group

    Contacts 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.
  • Page 45: Messaging

    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.
  • Page 46: Threaded Box

    Messaging 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.
  • Page 47: Email

    Email 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.
  • Page 48: Composing And Sending Email

    Email 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.
  • Page 49: Camera

    Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Cheese shutter – This enables you to take a picture as voice command. Say "Cheese" when you get ready to take a photo. Brightness –...
  • Page 50: Using The Advanced Settings

    Camera 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. Zoom in or out.
  • Page 51 Restore all camera default settings. Select storage to save images. 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 •...
  • Page 52 Camera 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.
  • Page 53 Edit – View and edit the photo. Select photo resolution. If you choose high resolution, file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Applies artistic effects to your photos. Applies additional options to your photos.

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