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LG-D686
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MFL68043708 (1.0)

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH User Guide LG-D686 www.lg.com MFL68043708 (1.0)
  • Page 2 Product Registration Program Dear LG Mobile customer, You are entitled for one year warranty on this model. For automatic registration, One SMS containing the IMEI no. of your phone will be automatically sent to LG servers. In return you will get one year warranty from the date of purchase at any authorized LG Mobile Service center.

  • Page 3: User Guide

    ENGLISH User Guide • Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone. • Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider. All information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..5 Bluetooth ..........42 Sharing your phone's data connection ...43 Important notice ........13 Wi-Fi Direct ...........45 Using SmartShare ........45 Getting to know your phone ....19 PC connections with a USB cable ...48 Phone overview ........19 Calls ............49 Installing the SIM card and battery ..22...
  • Page 5 Using the advanced settings ....59 Deleting photos/videos ......74 Taking a quick photo ......60 Setting as wallpaper ......74 Once you've taken a photo.....61 Videos ...........75 Viewing your saved photos ....62 Playing a video ........75 Music ............76 Video camera ..........63 Add music files to your phone ....76 Getting to know the viewfinder ....63 Transfer music using Media sync (MTP) 76 Using the advanced settings ....64...
  • Page 6 Table of contents Troubleshooting ........105 Using the Web toolbar ......86 Viewing webpages .......86 FAQ ............109 Opening a page ........87 Searching the web by voice ....87 Bookmarks ..........87 History ..........87 Using Popup Browser ......87 Chrome ..........88 Viewing webpages .......88 Opening a page ........88 Syncing with other devices ....88 Settings ...........89 Access the Settings menu .....89...

  • Page 7: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use

    Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model LG-D686 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.

  • Page 8: Product Care And Maintenance

    Guidelines for safe and efficient use In order 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 9: Efficient Phone Operation

    thinner or alcohol). • 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; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.

  • Page 10: Road Safety

    Guidelines for safe and efficient use pocket. • Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones. • Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc. • Use your phone in temperatures between 0ºC and 40ºC, if possible. Exposing your phone to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage, malfunction, or even explosion.

  • Page 11: Avoid Damage To Your Hearing

    due to improper performance. • If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is of particular importance when near roads. Avoid damage to your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

  • Page 12: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Guidelines for safe and efficient use Potentially explosive atmospheres • Do not use your phone at a refueling point. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone or accessories.
  • Page 13 battery life. • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery. • Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing. • Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability. •...
  • Page 14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-D686 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/declaration...

  • 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 To check the battery power level: • Touch > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Common 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: •...
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Opening And Switching Applications

    NOTE: If you have not logged into your Google Account and have forgotten your Unlock Pattern, you will need to enter your Backup PIN. 5. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your phone does not restore to its original condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset) to initialize it.

  • Page 19: Hold Your Phone Upright

    Important notice To stop applications: > Apps tab > Settings > Apps from DEVICE > RUNNING. Touch Scroll and touch the desired application and touch Stop to stop it. NOTE: For multitasking, Touch and hold Home key to move to another app while using an app.
  • Page 20 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 21: Getting To Know Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Proximity Sensor Front Camera Lens Power/Lock Key • Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key. • Short press to lock/unlock the screen. Touch screen Back Key • Return to the previous screen. Exit an app after using it. Home Key •...
  • Page 22 NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls.
  • Page 23 Getting to know your phone Back Cover Camera lens Flash microSD Card Slot Battery SIM card slots...

  • Page 24: 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 back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover as shown in figure.
  • Page 25 Getting to know your phone Slide the SIM cards into its respective slots as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the SIM card is facing downwards. Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery and pressing it down until it clicks into place .
  • Page 26 Align the battery cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place .

  • Page 27: Charging Your Phone

    Getting to know your phone Charging your phone Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

  • Page 28: Using The Memory Card

    Using the memory card Your phone supports the use of microSD or microSDHC memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones and other ultra-small devices and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos, and photographs for use with your phone.
  • Page 29 Getting to know your phone WARNING Do not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is on. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may become corrupt. To format the memory card: Your memory card may already be formatted.

  • Page 30: 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 touches and saves battery power. When you are not using the 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 31: 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 32: 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. On your Home screen, you can view menu icons at the bottom of the screen. Menu icons provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most.

  • Page 33: Returning To Recently-Used Applications

    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.

  • Page 34: Swipe Down For Notifications & Settings

    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. Quick Settings Use Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage Screen timeout and more.

  • Page 35: Indicator Icons On The Status Bar

    Your Home screen NOTE: When long pressing icon at the top of the screen, will go to Settings directly. 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.
  • Page 36 Icon Description Icon Description System warning Song is playing Phone is connected to PC via Alarm is set USB cable or USB tethering is active Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is New voicemail active Both USB tethering and Ringer is silenced portable hotspot are active Wireless storage is on VPN is ON Power saver is on...

  • Page 37: On-Screen Keyboard

    Your Home screen 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. To manually display the keyboard, simply touch a text field where you want to enter text. Using the keypad &...

  • Page 38: Menu Map

    Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Touch to access the Alarm/ Touch to open camera Clock menu. viewfinder. Alarm/Clock Camera Touch to view more To keep track of your recommended applications appointment and creates Application for your device. meeting requests. Calendar Manager Touch to perform basic...

  • Page 39: Icon Description

    Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Use Google's web-based Touch to use Google search email service on your phone. on your phone. Gmail Google Touch to use Google's Social Touch to access web browser. Network Service. Internet Google + Hangouts gives you quick To view, organise and sort access to chat or place picture and video files on your...
  • Page 40 Icon Description Icon Description QuickRemote turns your Google Play Games lets you phone into a Universal discover new games, track Remote for your achievements and scores, phone home TV,cable Quick Play Games and play with friends around Remote box,audio,DVD,Bluray, air the world.
  • Page 41 Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Touch to create task, revise Touch Software Update to it and delete it in MS outlook check for software updates. or MS Office Outlook Web Software Tasks Update Access Tap to open Twitter Social Touch to play all of your Networking App.

  • Page 42: 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: •...

  • Page 43: 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 44: Bluetooth

    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 45: 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 46 To change Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Apps tab > Settings > Tethering & networks from the WIRELESS Touch & NETWORKS tab > 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 47: Wi-Fi Direct

    Connecting to Networks and Devices Touch Save. ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent unauthorised usage of online services by other people and additional charges may be incurred. To avoid unauthorized usage, you are advised to keep the security option active.
  • Page 48 NOTE: Make sure that the microSD card is correctly mounted and the Receive files option in the Settings menu is checked. Touch Shared contents to checkmark the types of content you would like to share. Choose from Photos, Videos and Music. SmartShare is now activated and ready to share contents.
  • Page 49 Connecting to Networks and Devices NOTICE: 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.

  • Page 50: Pc Connections With A Usb Cable

    PC connections with a USB cable Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode 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.

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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 54: 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 55: 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 at the right corner of the contact's name. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites.

  • Page 56: 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 57: Threaded Box

    Messaging Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) 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.

  • Page 58: 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 59: Composing And Sending Email

    Email Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the Email 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 60: Camera

    Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Flash – Choose from Off ,Auto Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front–facing camera lens. Shot mode – Choose from Normal, Panorama, Continuous shot, Beauty shot, Sports or Night.

  • Page 61: 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. To take a photo, say one of the following words : Cheese, Smile, Whisky, Kimchi or LG.

  • Page 62: Taking A Quick Photo

    Restores all camera default settings. TIP! When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color effect and timer . Check these before you take your next photo. The setting menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change photo color or quality elements, you will see a preview of the changed image behind the Settings menu.

  • Page 63: Once You've Taken A Photo

    Camera Once you've taken a photo Touch to view the last photo you took. Touch to share your photo using the SmartShare function. 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.

  • Page 64: Viewing Your Saved Photos

    Details – View more information about the content. Viewing your saved photos You can access your saved photos when in camera mode. Just tap the Gallery icon and your Gallery will be displayed. • To view more photos, scroll left or right. •...

  • Page 65: Video Camera

    Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Flash – Choose from Off ,Auto Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front–facing camera lens. Settings – Touch this icon to open the settings menu. Mode – Touch and slide up this icon to switch to camera mode. Start recording Gallery –...

  • Page 66: Using The Advanced Settings

    Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Applies artistic effects to your pictures. Activate this to use your phone's location-based services.

  • Page 67: After Recording A Video

    Video camera TIP! – Touch to pause during recording a video. After recording a video Touch to veiw the last video you took. Touch to share your video using the SmartShare function. 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.

  • Page 68: Function

    Function QuickMemo Use the QuickMemo 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 QuickButton Key on the screen you want to capture. Touch and slide the status bar downward and touch Select the desired menu option from Pen type, Color, Eraser and create a...

  • Page 69: Using The Quickmemo Options

    Function Touch in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen. NOTE: Please use a fingertip or Rubberdium™ pen while using the QuickMemo. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options You can easily use the QuickMenu options when using the QuickMemo. Touch to keep the current memo on the screen and use the phone simultaneously.

  • Page 70: Quicktranslator

    QuickTranslator Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign sentence you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere and anytime. You can buy additional dictionaries for offline translation from the Google Play Store. Home language. Destination language.

  • Page 71: Quickremote

    Function QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV and Set top box. Touch > Apps tab > QuickRemote > touch Touch and slide the status bar downwards and touch > ADD DEVICES. Select the type and brand of device, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device(s).

  • Page 72: Vutalk

    Touch the Menu key to select Edit remote name, Move remote, Delete remote, Edit room, Settings and Help. NOTE: The QuickRemote operates the same way as an ordinary remote control infrared (IR) signals. Be careful not to cover the infrared sensor at the top of the phone when you use the QuickRemote function.

  • Page 73: Lg Smartworld

    Function LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content - games, applications, wallpaper and ringtones - giving LG phone users the chance to enjoy richer "Mobile Life" experiences. How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone Touch >...
  • Page 74 • Try other useful functions as well. (Content Detail screen) NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all countries.

  • Page 75: Multimedia

    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. Touch > Apps tab > Gallery. You can manage and share all your image and video files with Gallery. NOTE: •...

  • Page 76: Playing Videos

    Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch. Editing photos When viewing an photo, tap the Menu key and use the advanced editing options. •...

  • Page 77: Videos

    Multimedia Videos Your phone has a built-in video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. To > Apps tab > Videos. access the video player, touch Playing a video Touch > Apps tab > Videos. Select the video you want to play. Touch to pause video playback.

  • Page 78: Music

    Music Your phone has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To > Apps tab > Music. access the music player, touch Add music files to your phone Start by transferring music files to your phone: •...
  • Page 79 Multimedia Touch to set repeat mode 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 Touch to set the favorites Touch to see the current playlist...
  • Page 80 NOTE: Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music. In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material.

  • Page 81: Utilities

    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.

  • Page 82: Voice Recorder

    If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT and set REMINDERS, if necessary. If you wish to add memo to your event, touch Touch Save to save the event in the calendar. Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. Recording a sound or voice >...

  • Page 83: Task Manager

    Utilities Task Manager You can manage your applications using Task Manager. You can easily check the number of applications that are currently running and shut down certain applications. Tasks This task can be synchronized with MS Exchange account. You can create task, revise it and delete it in MS outlook or MS Office Outlook Web Access.

  • Page 84: Lg Backup

    LG Backup About backing up and restoring smart phone data It is recommended that you regularly create and save a backup file on the internal storage, especially before updating any software. Maintaining a current backup file in storage memory may allow you to recover smart phone data if your smart phone is lost, stolen, or corrupted by an unforeseen issue.

  • Page 85: Backup Your Smart Phone Data

    Utilities Backup your smart phone data > Apps tab > LG Backup > Manual backup > Internal storage or SD Touch card. Touch New backup to enter a name for your backup file and select Next. Select the check box next to the item you want to backup and select Backup to backup.

  • Page 86: Google

    NOTE: Please note that your phone data will be overwritten with the content of your backup. If the backup file is encrypted, type the password that you created to encrypt it. When all selected files have been restored, the phone will automatically be restart. NOTE: You can set Enable encryption to encrypt your backup files for extra protection.

  • Page 87: Downloads

    Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications. • Touch > Apps tab > Downloads. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

  • Page 88: The Web

    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.

  • Page 89: Opening A Page

    The Web 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.

  • Page 90: Chrome

    Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. Touch > Apps tab > Chrome. 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 New tab.

  • Page 91: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu > Apps tab > Settings. On the Home screen, touch > System settings. On the Home screen, touch Select a setting category and select an option. WIRELESS & NETWORKS Here, you can manage Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can also set up mobile networks and switch to airplane mode.
  • Page 92 < Bluetooth > Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off to use Bluetooth. < Data usage > Displays the data usage and set mobile data usage limit. < Call > Configure phone call settings such as call forwarding and other special features offered by your carrier.
  • Page 93 Settings Connection vibration – Vibrates your phone when the other party answers the call. Privacy keeper – Hides the caller name and number for an incoming call. Power button ends call – Pressing Power/Lock key allows you to end call instead of turning off screen.

  • Page 94: Device

    DEVICE < Sound > Quiet mode – Disable notification including call and message to focus on private time effectively. Sound profile – Choose the Sound, either Vibrate only or Silent. Volumes – Manage the volume of Phone ringtone, Notification sound, Touch feedback &...
  • Page 95 Settings phone. Font type – Change the type of display font. Font size – Change the size of the display font. < Home screen > Set the Select Home,Theme, Screen swipe effect, Wallpaper, Scroll screens circularly or Portrait view only. Select Home backup & restore to Backup/Restore Home screen settings,theme.

  • Page 96: Personal

    PHONE STORAGE – View the internal storage usage. SD CARD – Check total available SD card space. Touch Unmount SD card for safe removal. Erase SD card if you want to delete all data from the SD card. < Battery > Battery Information –...

  • Page 97: System

    Settings type. Phone administrators – View or deactivate phone administrators. Unknown sources – Default setting to install non-Play store applications. Trusted credentials – Display trusted CA certificates. Install from storage – Choose to install encrypted certificates. Clear credentials – Remove all certificates. <...
  • Page 98 < Accessibility > Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone. NOTE: Requires additional plug-ins to become selectable. < PC connection > USB connection type – Set the desired mode: Charge only, Media sync (MTP), USB tethering, LG software or Camera (PTP).

  • Page 99: Pc Software (Lg Pc Suite)

    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. With your "LG PC Suite"...
  • Page 100 System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software • OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 • CPU: 1 GHz or higher processors • Memory: 512 MB or higher RAMs • Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit color or higher •...
  • Page 101 PC software (LG PC Suite) Moving contacts from your Old Device to your New Device 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.

  • Page 102: Phone Software Update

    Phone software update Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://update.lgmobile.com or http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp select your country and language. This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit a service center.
  • Page 103 Phone software update NOTE: Your personal data from internal phone storage—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/ application data and settings, any downloaded applications and your DRM licence—might be lost in the process of updating your phone's software. Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software.

  • Page 104: About This User Guide

    About this user guide About this user guide • Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your phone safely and correctly. • Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your phone.

  • Page 105: Divx

    About this user guide DivX ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary ® of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified device that has passed rigorous ® testing to verify that it plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.

  • Page 106: Accessories

    Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Stereo headset Quick Start Guide Data cable Battery NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. •...
  • Page 107 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 SIM card card in the phone Make sure that the SIM card is error...
  • Page 108 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 limit reached.
  • Page 109 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Battery is not Charge battery. charged. Outside Make sure phone is charging at a temperature is too normal temperature. hot or cold. Charging Check the charger and its connection Contact problem error to the phone. No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket.
  • Page 110 Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the area turn on Proximity sensor around the proximity sensor. Make when I problem sure that the area around the proximity receive a sensor is clean.
  • Page 111 Category Question Answer Sub- Category You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset What are the functions or Car Kit. Also, when the FTP server Bluetooth available via Bluetooth is connected to a compatible device, Devices you can share content stored on the storage media.
  • Page 112 Category Question Answer Sub- Category Google™ Do I have to log into Once you have logged into Gmail, no Service Gmail whenever I want need to log into Gmail again. to access Gmail? Gmail Log-In Google™ Service Is it possible to filter No, email filtering is not supported via emails? the phone.
  • Page 113 Category Question Answer Sub- Category If you transferred a contact with the W & P functions saved into the number, you will not be able to use those features. You will need to re-save each number. Phone Is it possible to save a How to save with Wait and Pause: Function contact with Wait and...
  • Page 114 Category Question Answer Sub- Category 1. From the Home screen, touch the Menu Key 2. Touch System settings > Lock screen. 3. Touch Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern will appear.
  • Page 115 Category Question Answer Sub- Category If you have forgotten your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, touch the forgot pattern button. You are then What should I do if required to log in with your Google Phone I forget the unlock...
  • Page 116 Category Question Answer Sub- Category VPN access configuration is different Phone for each company. To configure VPN How do I set up a Function access from your phone, you must VPN? obtain the details from your company’s network administrator. 1. From the Home screen, touch the Menu Key My screen turns off Phone...
  • Page 117 Category Question Answer Sub- Category 1. From the Home screen, touch the I downloaded an Menu Key Phone application and it 2. Touch System settings > Apps Function causes a lot of errors. from Device > DOWNLOADED. Application How do I remove it? 3.
  • Page 118 Category Question Answer Sub- Category Recovery How can I perform a Solution If your phone does not restore to its factory reset if I can’t original condition, use a hard reset Hard Reset access the phone’s (factory reset) to initialize it. (Factory setting menu? Reset)
  • Page 119 Customer Information Center For any query related to the after sales service and customer support please contact us at below details. 24 × 7 CALL CENTER 1800-180-9999 5757554 www.lg.com serviceindia@lge.com (Toll Free) (Send SMS)

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