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W elcome! Thank you for choosing LG. Please carefully r ead this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and pr oper use. • Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.
2 T able of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ....... 4 Important notice ..................................... 13 Getting to know your phone ................... 16 Phonelayout .......................................... 16 InstallingtheSIMorUSIMcardand battery .
3 T able of contents Composingandsendingemail ............... 49 Camera and Video ................................... 50 Cameraoptionsontheviewnder .......... 50 Usingtheadvancedsettings .................. 51 T akingaphoto .
4 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Should a fault occur , a software tool is built into your device that will gather a fault log.
5 Guidelines for safe and efficient use • This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5 cm away from the body . When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least 1.
6 Guidelines for safe and efficient use • Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your phone. • Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard.
7 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Efficient phone operation Electronics devices All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission.
8 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Avoid damage to your hearing T o prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time.
9 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.
10 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Battery information and care • Y ou do not need to completely discharge the batter y before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance.
11 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Open Source Softwar e Notice Information T o obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this pr oduct, please visit http://opensource.
12 Guidelines for safe and efficient use Disposal of your old appliance 1 All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
13 Important notice Please read this befor e 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 ser vice representative.
14 Important notice • Some applications you download may consume batter y power . • While using downloaded applications, check the batter y charge level.
15 Important notice 5. When the screen fr eezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it, remove the battery and reinsert it.
16 Getting to know your phone Phone layout Microphone Notification LED Earpiece Headset Jack Front Camera Lens Charger/USB port Microphone Proximity Sensor NOTE: Proximity sensor • When receiving.
17 Getting to know your phone Volume Keys Power/Lock Key Rear Camera Lens Speaker Flash NFC T ouch Point Power/Lock Key • T urn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key .
18 Getting to know your phone Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider , and the included battery . 1 T o remove the back cover , hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below .
19 Getting to know your phone WARNING Do not insert a memory card into the SIM car d slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a LG Service Centre to r emove the memory card. NOTE • Only the microSIM car ds work with the device.
20 Getting to know your phone Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it f or first time. Use the charger to charge the battery . A computer can also be used to charge the battery by connecting the phone to it using the USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables.
21 Getting to know your phone Inserting a memory card Y our device supports up to a 32GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. WARNING Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device.
22 Getting to know your phone Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 Ta p > > > General tab > Storage > Unmount SD card . 2 Remove the back cover and pull out the memor y card. WARNING Do not remove the memory car d while the device is transferring or accessing information.
23 Getting to know your phone NOTE • Create a Google account befor e setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when cr eating your pattern lock. TIP! Smart Lock Y ou can use Smart Lock to make unlocking your phone easier .
24 Y our Home screen T ouch scr een tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. • T ap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. • T ouch and hold – T ouch and hold an item on the screen b y tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.
25 Y our Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping .
26 Y our Home screen Extended Home screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets and more. • Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen to access additional canvases.
27 Y our Home screen Adding an app to the Quick Button Area • From the Apps screen or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon and drag it to the Quick Button Area. Then release it in the desired location. Removing an app from the Quick Button Ar ea • T ouch and hold the desired Quick Button, drag it to .
28 Y our Home screen Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen.
29 Y our Home screen Quick Settings Area Notifications Clear T ap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. T ouch and hold the desired button to directly access the settings menu for the function. T o see more toggle buttons, swipe left or right.
30 Y our Home screen The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.
31 Y our Home screen NOTE • The icon's location in the status bar may differ accor ding to the function or service. On-screen keyboar d Y ou can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard a ppears on the screen when you tap an available text entr y field.
32 Special Features Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. T o take a photo There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature. • Raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen.
33 Special Features Glance View When the phone screen is off, you can see the status bar , time and date by dragg ing your finger down on the screen. KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off. T o turn the screen on 1 Double-tap the centre of the Lock screen to turn the screen on.
34 Special Features Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks on the screen. Y ou can access the Home screen directl y when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen.
35 Special Features 2 Create a memo using the following options: T ap to undo the most recent action. T ap to redo the most recently deleted action. T ap to insert text into your memo. T ap to select the pen type and colour . T ap to use the eraser to erase the pen marks on the memo.
36 Google account setup The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one. Creating your Google account 1 Ta p > > > General tab > Accounts & sync .
37 Google account setup After signing in, your phone will sync with your Google services, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Google Calendar . Y ou can also use Maps, download applications from Play Store, back up your settings to Google servers, and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.
38 Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi Y ou can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks 1 Ta p > > > Networks tab > Wi-Fi . 2 Ta p to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.
39 Connecting to Networks and Devices Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices.
40 Connecting to Networks and Devices Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Select a file or item such as a contact or media file. 2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth.
41 Connecting to Networks and Devices T ransferring data between a PC and the device Y ou can copy or move data between a PC and the device. T ransferring data 1 Connect your device to a PC using the USB cable that came with your phone. 2 Open the Notifications panel, tap the current connection type, and select Mediadevice (MTP) .
42 Calls Making a call 1 Ta p > to open the dialer . 2 Enter the number using the dialer . T o delete a digit, tap . 3 After entering the desired number , tap to place the call. 4 T o end the call, tap . TIP! T o enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold .
43 Calls Making a second call 1 During your first call, tap > Add call and enter the number . 2 Ta p to place the call. 3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Y our initial call is locked and put on hold. 4 T ap the displayed number to tog gle between calls.
44 Contacts Y ou can add contacts on your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact 1 Ta p > to open your contacts. 2 Ta p Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard.
45 Contacts Removing a contact from your favourites list 1 Ta p > > Favourites tab. 2 Choose a contact to view its details. 3 T ap the yellow star at the top right of the screen. The star turns a dark colour and the contact is removed from your favourites.
46 Messaging Y our phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy to use menu. Sending a message 1 Ta p > > . 2 Enter a contact name or contact number into the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear .
47 Messaging NOTE • When you get a text message during a call, there will be an audible notification. Conversation view Messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations.
48 E-mail Y ou can use the Email application to read email from providers other than Gmail. TheEmail a pplication supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Microsoft Exchange (for Enterprise users).
49 E-mail Composing and sending email 1 Ta p > > > to crea te a new email. 2 Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be offered from your contacts. Separate multiple addresses with semicolons.
50 Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder Y ou can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. • Ta p > > . Hide/Display Options – T ap to hide/display the camera options on the viewfinder . Flash – Allows you to manage the camera's flash.
51 Camera and Video NOTE • Be sure to clean the pr otective lens cover with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges fr om fingers can cause blurry pictures with a "halo" ef fect. Using the advanced settings In the camera viewfinder , tap to show the advanced options.
52 Camera and Video T aking a photo 1 Ta p > > . 2 Frame your subject on the screen. 3 A square around the subject indicates that the camera has f ocused. 4 Ta p to take a photo. Y our picture will be automaticall y saved to the Gallery . Once you have taken a photo T ap the image thumbnail on the screen to view the last photo you took.
53 Camera and Video NOTE • Use a steady hand. This feature does not work with some functions. Objects may be overlapped when taking a picture of fast-moving subjects. Recording a video 1 Ta p > > . 2 Frame your subject on the screen. 3 Ta p to start recording the video.
54 Camera and Video Gallery The Gallery application presents the pictures and videos in your stora ge, including those you've taken with the Camera application and those you downloaded from the web or other locations. 1 Ta p > > to view the images stored in the storage.
55 Camera and Video Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in on an image: • Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. • Spread two fingers apart on any place in the picture zoom in. Pinch in or double- tap the image to zoom out. Video options 1 Ta p > > .
56 Camera and Video NOTE • While playing a video, slide the right side of the screen up or down to adjust the sound. • While playing a video, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the brightness. • While playing a video, slide your finger from left to right (or vice versa) to fast-forward and r ewind.
57 Multimedia Music Y our phone has a music player that lets you pla y all your favourite tracks. Playing a song 1 Ta p > > . 2 T ap the Songs tab. 3 Select the song you want to play . 4 The following options are availa ble. T ap to pause playback.
58 Multimedia T ap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. T ouch and hold to rewind. T ap to adjust the volume. Open the Music library list. T ap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order).
59 Utilities Clock The Clock app gives you access to the Alarms, Timer , World clock and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. • Ta p > > . Alarms The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms.
60 Utilities World clock The World clock tab allows you to easily check the current time in other cities around the world. 1 Ta p > > > World clock tab. 2 Ta p and select the desired city . Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch.
61 Utilities V oice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice 1 Ta p > > . 2 Ta p to begin recording. 3 Ta p to end the recording. 4 Ta p to listen to the recording. NOTE • T ap to access your recordings.
62 Utilities NOTE • This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider . FM Radio Y our phone has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favourite stations and listen on the go. • Ta p > > . TIP! Y ou must plug in your earphones in order to use them as an antenna.
63 Web Br owser Internet The internet gives you a fast, full colour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE • Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
64 Web Br owser Searching the web by voice T ap the address field and then tap . When prompted, say a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords that appear . NOTE • This feature may not be available depending on the r egion or service provider .
65 Settings The Settings application contains most of the tools for customizing and configuring your phone. All of the settings in the Settings application are described in this section. T o open the Settings application • Ta p > touch and hold > System settings .
66 Settings • Decline with message – When you want to decline a call, you can send a quick message using this function. This is useful if you need to decline a call during a meeting. • Call forwarding – Allows you to choose when to forward calls.
67 Settings T ethering • USB tethering – Allows you to share the internet connection with your computer via a USB cable. • Wi-Fi hotspot – Y ou can also use your phone to provide a mobile broadband connection. Create a hotspot and share your connection.
68 Settings < VIBRA TION > Sound with vibration Checkmark to set the phone to vibrate in addition to the ringtone when you receive calls. Vibration type Allows you to choose the type of vibration. < NO TIFICA TIONS > Interruptions Allows you to set a schedule when to prevent interruptions from notifications.
69 Settings Display < HOME & LOCK > Home screen • Select Home – Select the desired Home theme. Choose from Home (standard Android layout) or EasyHome (simplified version for users less familiar with Android navigation). • Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device.
70 Settings Home touch buttons Set the Home touch buttons displayed at the bottom of all screens. Set which keys are displayed, their position on the bar and what they look like. < FONT > Font type Select the desired font type. Font size Select the desired font size.
71 Settings • Default – Allows you to select the default keyboard type. • LG Keyboard – T a p the Settings icon to change the LG Keyboard settings. • Google voice typing – Checkmark to select Google voice typing to enter data. T ap the Settings icon to change the Google voice settings.
72 Settings - Message/call voice notifications – T ap to toggle it On or Off. On allows you to hear automatic spoken alerts for incoming calls and messages. - Screen shade – Checkmark to set the screen to a darker contrast. - Font size – Sets the font size.
73 Settings • Accessibility features shortcut – Allow you to access selected features quickly when triple-tapping the Home button. • Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to allow the phone to rotate the screen depending on the physical phone orientation (portrait or landscape).
74 Settings • Certificate management - T rusted credentials – Checkmark to allow applications to access your phone's encrypted store of secure certificates and related passwords and other credentials. Y ou use credential storage to esta blish some types of VPN and Wi-Fi connections.
75 Settings • Battery saver – T ap the Batter y Saver switch to toggle it on or off. Sets the battery charge percent level that automatically turns on Batter y Saver . Chooser from Immediately , 5% batter y , and 15% battery . • Help – Displays battery sa ving items information.
76 LG Bridge Application LG Bridge is an application that helps you conveniently manage images, music, videos, documents, etc. saved on a LG mobile device on your PC. Also, you can update software of a mobile device or back up your files such as contacts and images to your PC.
77 LG Bridge Application Minimum system requir ements for LG Bridge installation Item Windows OS Mac OS Operating System Windows XP 32-bit (Service Pack 3) Windows Vista 32-bit/64-bit Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit Windows 8 32-bit/64-bit Windows 8.1 32-bit/64-bit Mac OS X 10.
78 Phone software update Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update fr om the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://www .
79 Phone software update NOTE • Y our 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 softwar e.
80 About this user guide About this user guide • Before using your device, please carefully read this guide. This ensures that you use your phone safely and correctly . • Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your phone.
81 About this user guide T rademarks • Copyright ©2015 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.
82 Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described belo w may be optional.) • T ravel adaptor • Quick Start Guide • Stereo headset • USB cable • Battery NOTE • Always use genuine LG accessories.
83 T roubleshooting 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 measur es SIM or USIM card error There is no SIM or USIM card in the phone or it is inserted incorrectly .
84 T roubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measur es No applications can be set Not supported by service provider or registration requir ed. Contact your service provider . Calls not available Dialing error New network not authorised.
85 T roubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measur es Number not allowed. The Fixed dialling number function is on. Check the Settings menu and turn the function off. Impossible to receive/ send SMS & photos Memory full Delete some messages from your phone.
86 FA Q Category Question Answer Bluetooth Devices What functions are available via Bluetooth? Y ou can connect a Bluetooth audio device, such as a Stereo/Mono headset or car kit. Contacts Backup How can I back up Contacts? Contacts data can be synchronised between your phone and your Google account.
87 FA Q Category Question Answer Message Time My phone does not display the time of receipt for messages older than 24 hrs. How can I view the time? Open the conversation and touch and hold the desired message.
88 FA Q Category Question Answer Unlock Pattern How do I create the Unlock Pattern? 1. Fr om the Home screen, touch and hold . 2. T ap System settings > Display tab > Lock screen . 3. T ap Select screen lock > Pattern . The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears.
89 FA Q Category Question Answer Unlock Pattern What should I do if I forget the unlock pattern? If you forgot your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern button.
90 FA Q Category Question Answer Wi-Fi & mobile network When the Wi-Fi and mobile networks are both available, which service does my phone use? When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if W i-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to On).
91 FA Q Category Question Answer Alarm Can I use music files for my alarm? Y es. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it as an alarm. 1. T ouch and hold a song in a library list. In the menu that opens, tap Setas ringtone > Phone ringtone or Caller ringtones .
General Inquiries <LG Customer Information Centre> UK: 0344-847-5454 or +44-344-847-5454 IE: 01-686-9454 or +353-1-686-9454 * Make sure the number is c orrect befor e making a call.
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