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  • Page 1 User Guide...

  • Page 3: Important Customer Information

    Important Customer Information Before you begin Before reading this user guide and getting started, please review the separate Product Safety and Warranty Information guide for important product safety and warranty information about your device.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Customer Information............1 Table of Contents ................... 2 The Basics ....................4 Phone overview..................... 4 Installing the battery .....................7 Charging the phone ..................... 8 The memory card ....................10 Locking and unlocking the screen ..............11 Touch screen tips ....................15 Home screen ......................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Tools ...................... 58 QuickMemo ......................58 Alarm/Clock ......................60 Calculator ......................61 Calendar ......................62 Tasks ........................62 Voice Recorder ....................63 POLARIS Viewer 5 .....................63 Google+ .......................64 Voice Search .......................64 Voice Command ....................64 Downloads ......................64 Web ......................65 Chrome ........................65 Settings ....................68 Phone Software Update..............

  • Page 6: The Basics

    The Basics Phone overview Front View Earpiece Proximity sensor Home screen QuickTap bar Home key Back key Menu key Earpiece Lets you hear callers and automated prompts. Proximity sensor Senses proximity toward other objects (such as your head) so that tap commands are not accidentally activated during a call. It also employs an ambient sensor which measures the surrounding light and adjusts the LCD brightness to provide a vivid screen.

  • Page 7: Side Views

    The Basics Home key Press to return to the Home screen (or your default Home screen panel from any of the Home screen extension panels). You can also press it to wake your phone from screen timeout. Press and hold it to display recently used apps with access to the Task Manager app.

  • Page 8: Rear View

    Allows you to connect the phone and the USB Cable for use with the Charger Adapter, or other compatible accessories. NOTE You may purchase a separate fast data cable from LG for higher data transfer speed with compatible devices (e.g. laptop). Rear View...

  • Page 9: Installing The Battery

    The Basics Camera lens Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for optimal performance. Flash Brightens up the captured image or recorded video when you turn on the flash. MicroSD Card slot Use for additional storage space of items such as pictures, videos, music, etc.

  • Page 10: Charging The Phone

    The Basics 2. Insert the battery into the opening on the back on the phone, making sure the connectors align and press down until it clicks into place 3. Align the back cover over the battery compartment and press down along the outer edge of phone Charging the phone Your phone comes with a USB Cable and a Charger Adapter which connect...

  • Page 11: Optimizing Battery Life

    Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging. NOTE Only use approved charging accessories to charge your LG phone. Improper handling of the USB/Charging Port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.

  • Page 12: The Memory Card

    The Basics To check the battery power level: From the Home screen, tap the Menu key > Settings > About phone > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) are displayed. To monitor and control how battery power is being used: From the Home screen, tap the Menu key >...

  • Page 13: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    The Basics Turning the Phone On and Off To turn on your phone, press and hold the Power/Lock key (on the right side of the phone) for a couple of seconds until the screen lights To turn off the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock key (on the right side of the phone), tap Power off in the menu that appears, then tap OK to confirm.
  • Page 14 The Basics When you can't recall your screen lock: If you activated a Google Account on the phone, after 5 unsuccessful attempts you'll be prompted to enter a phrase to verify that you're attempting to unlock the phone. Then: If you forgot your unlock pattern, you can tap Forgot pattern? (at the bottom of the screen).
  • Page 15 The Basics To unlock the phone If you don’t use the phone for a while, the screen backlight will turn off to conserve battery power. To wake up the phone and unlock the screen: 1. Turn the screen on. Press the Power/Lock key on the right side of the phone.
  • Page 16 The Basics To exit or stop apps: To use the Recent apps screen, press and hold the Home key , then swipe the app to the left or right off of the screen. To use the Battery use screen, tap the Menu key >...

  • Page 17: Touch Screen Tips

    The Basics Press the Down Volume key (on the left side of the phone) until vibration is set, then press it again to turn off all sounds. Swipe the Status Bar downward to open the Notifications panel, then tap the Sound icon until the Silent icon is displayed.
  • Page 18 The Basics contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the Context menu opens. Drag – Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. For example, you can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.

  • Page 19: Home Screen

    The Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of your phone's features using simple motions on the touchscreen. It's comprised of multiple panels you can customize with shortcuts. Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the Home screen panels.

  • Page 20: Customizing The Home Screen

    The Basics Customizing the Home screen For more convenience using your phone, add your favorite apps, widgets, and downloads to the Home screen for quick access. You can also change the wallpaper to reflect your personal style. From the Home screen, tap the Menu key , tap Home screen settings, then checkmark Portrait view only to keep the Home screen from rotating to landscape view.
  • Page 21 The Basics 1. Touch and hold the icon you want to customize, then release the icon. An editing icon appears in its upper-right corner. 2. Tap the icon. 3. The following options are available. Tap the image you want from the Theme icon tab, and change the size (if desired), then tap OK.
  • Page 22 Add apps & widgets – Allows you to customize your Home screen with apps, widgets, and wallpaper. Theme – Sets the style of your Home screen. Choose from LG, Biz, and Marshmallow. Home screen settings – Sets the settings specific to the Home screen.
  • Page 23 The Basics NOTE Tap any of the panels in mini panel view to go directly to that panel. Hide view Place two fingers on the Home screen and spread them apart to hide all of the items on your Home screen. In hide view, only your wallpaper and the Status Bar are seen.
  • Page 24 The Basics From the Home screen, tap Apps Apps screen Options menu While viewing the Apps screen, tap the Menu key to access the following options: View apps by – Allows you to change how your apps are displayed. Choose from Alphabetical order, Downloaded date, and User customized.
  • Page 25 The Basics Tap Apps , tap the Apps tab (if necessary), then tap the app icon you want. 4. Press and hold the Home key to open the Recent apps screen. Tap an open app to switch to it. Stopping apps from running 1.
  • Page 26 The Basics Quick Settings The Quick Settings allow you to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness, and more. To access the Quick Set tings, open the Notifications Panel. The Quick Settings bar is located at the top of the Notifications Panel.

  • Page 27: On-Screen Keyboard

    The Basics Icon Description Icon Description Call is in progress Acquiring GPS Receiving location data Missed call from GPS Data is syncing Bluetooth is on New Gmail message System warning New Hangouts message Alarm is set New text or multimedia New voicemail message Song is playing...

  • Page 28: Entering Special Characters

    Tap to enter text using your voice. This is only available when you activate Google voice typing in the keyboard settings. Touch and hold to access the LG Keyboard settings. Tap to access the LG Keyboard settings. Touch and hold to access voice input mode. Tap to enter a space.

  • Page 29: Google Account Setup

    Google Account Setup The first time you open a Google app on your phone, you'll be required to sign in with your existing Google Account. If you don't have a Google Account, you'll be prompted to create one. Creating your Google Account 1.

  • Page 30: Connecting To Networks And Devices

    Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi By connecting 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 31: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth headsets. NOTES 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 32: Connecting To Virtual Private Networks

    1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu key > Settings > More... > VPN. 2. Tap the type of VPN you want to add. Choose Basic VPN or LG VPN. NOTE You must configure a screen lock to use VPN.

  • Page 33: Pc Connections With A Usb Cable

    Connecting to Networks and Devices PC connections with a USB Cable You can connect your phone to a PC with a USB Cable using the different USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos, and videos using Media sync (MTP) 1. Connect your phone to a PC using the USB Cable provided with your phone.

  • Page 34: Calls

    Calls Making a call Dialing a number 1. From the Home screen, tap the Phone icon to open the dial pad in the Phone app. 2. Enter the number using the dial pad. To delete a digit, tap the Delete key 3.

  • Page 35: Answering And Rejecting A Call

    Calls Using Direct dial Place a Direct dial widget on one of your Home screen panels (or even in the QuickTap Bar) to use this calling feature. Tap the Direct dial widget on the Home screen to call the number with a single tap.
  • Page 36 Calls Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, press the Volume Up and Volume Down keys on the left-hand side of the phone. Making a second call 1. During your first call, tap Add call and dial the number.

  • Page 37: Call Settings

    Calls Clearing Recent call entries You can delete the entire list of recent calls all at once, or selectively delete entries. 1. Open the Recent tab in the Phone app. 2. Tap the Menu key Tap Clear to select entries to remove from the list. Checkmark the entries to delete, tap Clear, then Yes.

  • Page 38: Communication

    Communication 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 1. From the Home screen, tap the Contacts icon to open your contact list.

  • Page 39: Creating A Group

    Communication Removing a contact from your favorites list 1. From the Home screen, tap the Contacts icon to open your contact list. 2. Tap the Favorites tab (at the top of the screen), then tap a contact to view its details. 3.
  • Page 40 Communication Sort list by – Sets how to display your Contacts list. Choose First name or Last name. View contact names as – Sets how to display your contact names. Choose First name first or Last name first. Only contacts with phones – Checkmark to display only entries that include a phone number.
  • Page 41 Communication Import/Export – Allows you to import or export vCard files to/from your phone's memory or your microSD card. Edit tabs – Allows you to customize the tabs at the top of the Contacts app. Settings – Allows you to change the settings specific to the Contacts app.

  • Page 42: Messaging

    (on the right side of the screen) to attach a file you want to share. NOTE All functions of the Messaging app will be limited if the LG Messaging app isn't set as the default SMS app. To set the default SMS app, open Messaging and tap the Menu key >...

  • Page 43: View Mode

    Communication WARNING If you enter multiple recipients to a text message, it's automatically converted into a multimedia message and you'll be charged for each person you send the message to. If an image, video, or audio file is added to a text message, it's automatically converted into a multimedia message and you're charged accordingly.

  • Page 44: Email

    Communication Email You can use the Email app to send, receive, and read emails from a variety of email providers. The Email app supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP, and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need to set up your account(s).

  • Page 45: Working With Account Folders

    Communication Working with account folders Open the Email app, then tap the Menu key > Folders. 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 1.

  • Page 46: Receiving Emails

    Communication Receiving emails When a new email arrives in your Inbox, you'll be notified by a sound or vibration (depending on your sound and vibration settings) and its notification icon appears on the Status Bar. Email Options menu From the Home screen, tap Email icon >...

  • Page 47: Entertainment

    Back key when you've finished adjusting the settings. This enables you to take a picture using a voice command. Choose On or Off. If set to On, say Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG to take a photo.
  • Page 48 Entertainment This defines and controls the amount of light entering the lens. Slide the brightness indicator on the bar to set it. This enables you to select the focus mode. Choose from Auto, Manual and Face tracking. This sets the image size (resolution of the photo) and aspect ratio.
  • Page 49 Entertainment This sets the location where you want to save your images. Choose SD card or Internal storage. This provides a quick help guide. Tap it to learn how a function works. This restores all of the camera settings back to the default values.
  • Page 50 Entertainment If you have a social networking account set up on your phone, you can share your photo with your social networking community. NOTE Additional charges may apply when multimedia messages are downloaded while roaming. Tap the Menu key to open the following advanced options. Set image as –...

  • Page 51: Video Camera

    Entertainment To view more photos, scroll left or right. To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen or place two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). Video Camera To open the video camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, then tap the Video mode icon (on the viewfinder) to switch to video mode.
  • Page 52 Entertainment Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you want to record. Choose from WVGA 800x480, VGA 640x480, QVGA 320x240 (MMS), and QCIF 176x144 (MMS). This defines and controls the amount of light entering the lens to record your video.
  • Page 53 Entertainment 4. Tap the Record icon once to start recording. NOTE The Record icon changes to the Pause icon once the recording starts. Tap it to pause your recording. 5. A timer showing the length of the video is displayed. 6.

  • Page 54: Gallery

    Entertainment 2. Your Gallery will appear on the screen with your most recent recorded video displayed. Swipe to the left to scroll to your other videos. 3. Tap the Play icon on a video to play it automatically. NOTE You can also view your videos in the Gallery app or the Videos app. Adjusting the volume when viewing a video To adjust the volume of a video while it's playing, press the Volume keys on the left side of the phone.

  • Page 55: Playing Videos

    Entertainment Place two fingers anywhere on the image and spread them apart to zoom in. To zoom back out, pinch them together or double-tap the screen. Playing videos Open the Gallery app and select an album. The Play icon displayed on video files. Tap an image to select it. Select the app to play it (tap the Photos app or the Videos app ), then tap Always or Just...

  • Page 56: Gallery Options Menu

    Entertainment Gallery Options menu From the Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery > Menu key access the following options: New album – Allows you to create a new album. Delete – Allows you to select one (or more) albums to delete. Hide/Show album –...

  • Page 57: Playing A Video

    Entertainment Videos Your phone has a video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. Playing a video 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Videos 2. Tap the video you want to play. Tap to pause video playback.

  • Page 58: Music

    Entertainment Videos Options menu From the Home screen, tap Apps > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Videos > Menu key to access the following options: After playing video – Allows you to set the action after the video ends. Choose from Return to list, Play next video, and Replay video.
  • Page 59 Entertainment Tap to set shuffle mode. Tap to set repeat mode. Tap to adjust the music volume. Tap to pause playback. 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.

  • Page 60: Tools

    Tools QuickMemo The QuickMemo function 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. Capturing a screen shot for your QuickMemo 1.
  • Page 61 Tools Creating a QuickMemo 1. Drag the Status Bar down and tap the QuickMemo icon on the Quick Settings Bar. 2. Tap the Memo background icon on the left side of the toolbar to select the QuickMemo background style. Choose from the current screen, memo paper, foggy glass, and parchment.

  • Page 62: Alarm/Clock

    Tools Tap to select pen type, pen color, and the cropping tool. Tap to use the eraser to erase any part of the memo that you created. Tap to share your memo with others via any of the available applications. Viewing the saved QuickMemo Open the Gallery app and select the QuickMemo album.

  • Page 63: Calculator

    Tools Managing your alarms After you create one (or more alarms): Tap the Alarm icon (to the right of the alarm) to between enable between enable (blue) and disable (gray). Tap the alarm time to change any of that alarm's settings and save it. NOTE The Alarm/Clock app has four tabs across the top of the screen giving you access to a variety of time functions.

  • Page 64: Calendar

    Tools Calendar Adding an event to your calendar 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Calendar 2. Tap the date (in the upper-left corner of the screen) to select the type of calender you want to view. Tap Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda. 3.

  • Page 65: Voice Recorder

    Tools Tasks options Open the Tasks app, tap the Menu key to access the following: Sort by – Tap to select Due date, Priority, or Creation order. Delete – Tap to select tasks to delete. View completed tasks – Tap to view your list of completed tasks. Lists to display –...

  • Page 66: Google

    Tools Google+ Use the Google+ app to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. From the Home screen, tap Apps > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder > Google+ NOTE This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Voice Search The Voice Search app allows you to search webpages using your voice instead of typing.

  • Page 67: Web

    Chrome Use the Chrome app to search for information and browse webpages. Access and selections within this feature are dependent upon your service provider. From the Home screen, tap Chrome Viewing webpages Tap the address field (at the top of the screen), enter a web address or search criteria, and tap on the keyboard.

  • Page 68: Searching The Web By Voice

    Searching the web by voice Tap the address field in the Chrome app, tap the Microphone icon the right side of the address field), say a keyword, then tap one of the displayed results. NOTE This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with other devices The Chrome app allows you to sync all of your open tabs and bookmarks when you're logged into the same Google Account on your phone and on...
  • Page 69 Bookmarks – Displays your bookmarked webpages. Other devices – Displays your open webpages on other devices. History – Displays your browsing data (webpages you've visited). Print... – Allows you to use the Cloud print function. Find in page – Allows you to search for text on the current webpage. Request desktop site –...

  • Page 70: Settings

    Settings Access the Settings menu 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > the Apps tab (if necessary) > Settings From the Home screen, tap the Menu key > Settings. 2. Select a setting category and configure the desired settings. WIRELESS NETWORKS <...
  • Page 71 Settings Wi-Fi Direct: Allows direct connection with Wi-Fi devices without any access point. Advanced Wi-Fi: Accesses the following advanced Wi-Fi settings. Wi-Fi Notifications: Checkmark to be notified of a changing Wi-Fi status. Internet unavailable: Checkmark to disconnect Wi-Fi automatically when the Internet is unavailable.
  • Page 72 Settings < Bluetooth > Bluetooth – Tap the Bluetooth switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows you to pair and connect to other Bluetooth devices. Tap Bluetooth to access its settings: VS450PP – Checkmark to allow other Bluetooth devices to see your phone for pairing and connection.
  • Page 73 Settings Data usage cycle – Displays your current usage cycle. Tap it to change the cycle date. Data usage graph – Displays your usage on a graph. Data usage apps – Apps are displayed with their data usage on a bar graph. Tap one to see more detailed information.
  • Page 74 Settings INCOMING CALL Incoming voice call pop-up – Checkmark to display an incoming call pop-up when using the Camera and Videos apps. Allow ignore with message – Checkmark so that you can send a quick message instead of answering an incoming call. This is useful if you need to reject a call during a meeting.
  • Page 75 Settings < Wireless storage > Allows you to share files with your phone and computer. Tap the switch the top right corner of the screen to toggle it On, connect to a network, then select the devices to allow connection. <...
  • Page 76 Settings LG VPN – Sets your phone to use an advanced LG VPN client supporting full IP Security features and interoperability. You can add an LG VPN network or select from your list of VPN connections. NOTE From the LG VPN setting, tap the Menu key to access Settings, Import certificates,...
  • Page 77 Settings SYSTEM Voice notifications – Tap the Voice notifications switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows your phone to read out incoming call and message events automatically. Notification sound – Sets your notification sound. Touch feedback & system – Sets the feedback (tones and/or vibration) while using your phone.
  • Page 78 < Home screen > SCREEN Theme – Sets the screen theme for your phone. Choose from LG, Biz, and Marshmallow. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Select it from Gallery, Live Wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpaper gallery.
  • Page 79 Settings < Lock screen > SCREEN SECURITY Select screen lock – Sets a screen lock type to secure your phone. Set None, Swipe, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN, or Password. Screen swipe effect – Sets the effect when you swipe to change screens. Wallpaper –...
  • Page 80 Settings Pause video – Checkmark to enable you to simply turn the phone over to pause the video playback. Help – Displays information on using the Gesture functions of your phone. SENSOR Motion sensor calibration – Allows you to improve the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the sensor.
  • Page 81 Settings Battery saver Tap the Battery saver switch to toggle it On or Off. Tap Battery saver to access its settings. TURN BATTERY SAVER ON Turn Battery saver on – Sets the phone to automatically turn Battery saver on when the battery charge gets to a certain battery level. Choose from Immediately, 10% battery, 20% battery, 30% battery, and 50% battery.
  • Page 82 Settings Tap an entry to view more information, tap Stop (or Force stop), then OK to stop it from running. PERSONAL < Guest mode > Use Guest mode when you let someone else use your phone. They will only be able to use the apps that you’ve selected. Once you set it up, you can easily change between normal and guest mode.
  • Page 83 Settings < Security > ENCRYPTION Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt the phone to keep it secure. After encryption, a PIN or password needs to be entered each time you power the phone on. Encrypt SD card storage – Allows you to encrypt the microSD card data to keep it secure.
  • Page 84 KEYBOARD & INPUT METHODS Default – Sets the default on-screen keyboard to use when entering text. LG Keyboard – Checkmark to select the LG Keyboard to enter data. Tap to change the following settings: Input language and type – Sets the keyboard language and characters.
  • Page 85 Automatic restore – Checkmark to restore backed up settings and data when an app is reinstalled. LG BACKUP LG Backup service – Backup, scheduled backup, restore and quick data transfer are available. Tap Menu key > Help for more information.
  • Page 86 Settings SYSTEM < Date & time > Use this menu to adjust the time and date settings for your device. Automatic date & time – Checkmark to use the network-provided date and time. Automatic time zone – Checkmark to use the network-provided time zone. Set date –...
  • Page 87 Settings Screen shades – Checkmark to set the screen to a darker contrast (dims the backlight). Text-to-speech output – Sets the text-to-speech preferred engine and speech rate setting. Also plays a short demonstration of speech synthesis. Text-to-speech output provides an audible readout of text, for example, the contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for incoming calls.
  • Page 88 Settings SYSTEM Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to allow the phone to rotate the screen depending on its orientation (portrait or landscape). Read passwords – Checkmark to have verbal confirmation when inputting passwords. Power key ends call – Checkmark so that you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock key (on the right side of the phone).
  • Page 89 Legal information – Displays the Open source licenses and Google legal information. Patent information – Displays LG patent information. < System updates > Displays your phone's current version information and allows you to check updates for apps and software provided by LG Electronics.

  • Page 90: Phone Software Update

    (e.g., functions, speed, communication, etc.) and determines how it stores bits of information. The firmware on your phone comes from LG and is written specifically for it. On the other hand, software can come from a variety of sources and can be used on various compatible devices.

  • Page 91: Faq

    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 devices such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit.
  • Page 92 Category Question Answer Sub-Category What happens when I Phone Function execute another app Your email will automatically be saved as while writing an a draft. Email email? Is there a file size Phone Function limitation for when I There is no file size limitation. want to use an MP3 Ringtone file as a ringtone?
  • Page 93 Category Question Answer Sub-Category Is it possible to Phone Function Only Gmail and MS Exchange server synchronize my (Company Email Server) contacts can be contacts from all of Synchronization synchronized. my email accounts? If you transferred a contact with the wait and pause functions saved into the number, they won't work.
  • Page 94 Category Question Answer Sub-Category Without entering the Unlock Pattern, you won't be able to access your phone. Caution: If you perform a factory reset, all user apps and user data will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a factory reset.
  • Page 95 Category Question Answer Sub-Category The phone has bilingual capabilities. To change the language: Phone Function Is it possible to 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu change the language? , then tap Settings. Language Support 2. Tap Language & input > Language. 3.
  • Page 96 Category Question Answer Sub-Category Yes. Touch and hold the icon until the Is it possible to trash can icon appears at the top of the Phone Function remove an app from screen. Then, without lifting your finger, Home screen the Home screen? drag the icon to the trash can and lift your finger.
  • Page 97 Category Question Answer Sub-Category 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu > Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset. 2. Read the warning, then tap Reset phone. Recovery Solution How do I perform a 3. Tap Erase everything and OK to factory reset? confirm.

  • Page 98: Safety

    Safety WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses.
  • Page 99 Safety Bodily Contact During Operation This device was tested for typical use with the back of the phone kept 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the phone.

  • Page 100: Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions

    Safety 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. Part 15.105 statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 101 Safety continues. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) set policies and procedures for wireless phones. The FDA issued a website publication on health issues related to cell phone usage where it states, “The scientific community at large …...
  • Page 102 Safety SAR value. This is because the SAR value may vary from call to call, depending on factors such as proximity to a cell site, the proximity of the phone to the body while in use, and the use of hands-free devices. For more information about SARs, see the FCC’s OET Bulletins 56 and 65 at http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/bulletins or visit the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association website at...
  • Page 103 Safety that using a cell phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. [The UK’s] recommendation to limit cell phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. A copy of the UK’s leaflet is available at http://www.dh.gov.uk (search “mobile”), or you can write to: NRPB, Chilton, Didcot, Oxon OX11 ORQ, United Kingdom.

  • Page 104: Consumer Information On Sar

    Safety World Health Organization Avenue Appia 20 1211 Geneva 27 Switzerland Telephone: 011 41 22 791 21 11 http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/ International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection c/o Bundesamt fur Strahlenschutz Ingolstaedter Landstr. 1 85764 Oberschleissheim Germany Telephone: 011 49 1888 333 2156 http://www.icnirp.de American National Standards Institute 1819 L Street, N.W., 6th Floor Washington, D.C.
  • Page 105 Safety comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

  • Page 106: Fcc Hearing-Aid Compatibility (Hac) Regulations For Wireless Devices

    Safety Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) website at http:// www.ctia.org/. * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
  • Page 107 Safety M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled.

  • Page 108: Caution

    Safety Caution: Avoid potential hearing loss. Prolonged exposure to loud sounds (including music) is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss. Some scientific research suggests that using portable audio devices, such as portable music players and cellular telephones, at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss.

  • Page 109: Tia Safety Information

    Safety hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use and consult your doctor. TIA Safety Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld phones. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver.
  • Page 110 Safety Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
  • Page 111 Safety Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

  • Page 112: Safety Information

    Safety facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force.
  • Page 113 Safety an unqualified and non-approved battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard. Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Battery usage by children should be supervised. Avoid dropping the phone, battery or exposing the phone or battery to a liquid.
  • Page 114 Battery life will vary due to usage pattern and environmental conditions. Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
  • Page 115 Never use an unapproved battery since this could potentially damage the phone and/or battery and cause the battery to explode. Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers. Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories.
  • Page 116 Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna.

  • Page 117: Fda Consumer Update

    Safety Do not turn your phone on or off when putting it to your ear. Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets, with caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. FDA Consumer Update The U.S.
  • Page 118 Safety Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps, including the following: Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;...
  • Page 119 Safety 3. What kinds of phones are the subject of this update? The term “wireless phone” refers here to handheld wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called “cell”, “mobile”, or “PCS” phones. These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable Radio Frequency (RF) energy because of the short distance between the phone and the user’s head.
  • Page 120 Safety wireless phone RF exposures. However, none of the studies can answer questions about long-term exposures, since the average period of phone use in these studies was around three years. 5. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless phones poses a health risk? A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people actually using wireless phones would provide some of the data that are...
  • Page 121 Safety (CRADA) to do research on wireless phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts with independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world.
  • Page 122 Safety consistent test methodology for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone.
  • Page 123 Safety Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects.

  • Page 124: Driver Safety Tips

    Safety FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de) World Health Organization (WHO) International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf) National Radiological Protection Board (UK) (http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation/) Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive and always obey them.
  • Page 125 Safety memory. Also, work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without taking your attention off the road. 2. When available, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessories are readily available today. Whether you choose an installed mounted device for your wireless phone or a speaker phone accessory, take advantage of these devices if available to you.
  • Page 126 Safety 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations -- with your phone at your side, help is only three numbers away.
  • Page 127 Safety Cautions The user interface of Google applications (Google Search, Google Maps, Navigation, etc.) can vary depending on its software version. Locations are inaccurate when GPS and Wi-Fi are not set. With the Android operating system, some available Play Store applications only operate correctly with phones that have a specific screen resolution.

  • Page 128: Limited Warranty Statement

    LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions: (1) The limited warranty for the product extends for TWELVE (12) MONTHS...

  • Page 129: Limited Warranty Statement

    LG may choose at its option to use functionally equivalent re-conditioned, refurbished or new units or parts or any units. In addition, LG will not re-install or back-up any data, applications or software that you have added to your phone. It is...
  • Page 130 LG Electronics Service- Mobile Handsets, P.O. Box 240007, Huntsville, AL 35824 DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Please call or write for the location of the LG authorized service center nearest you and for the procedures for obtaining warranty claims.
  • Page 131 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 7.11 Warranty Laws The following laws govern warranties that arise in retail sales of consumer goods: The California Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act [CC §§1790 et seq], The California Uniform Commercial Code, Division Two [Com C §§2101 et seq], and The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act [15 USC §§2301 et seq;...

  • Page 132: Index

    Index Numbers Charging the phone 8 FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Chrome 65 10 Driver Safety Tips 122 Regulations for Wireless Composing and sending Devices 104 email 43 FDA Consumer Update 115 Access the Settings menu Connecting to Virtual Private From your Contacts list 32 Networks 30 Front View 4 ACCOUNTS 83...
  • Page 133 Index Setting your alarm 60 View mode 41 Side Views 5 Voice Command 64 On-screen keyboard 25 Signing in to your Google Voice Recorder 63 Opening a page 65 Account 27 Voice Search 64 Optimizing Battery Life 9 Slideshow 54 Switching between accounts 42 Wi-Fi 28...

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