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LG G Flex LG G Flex User Guide English • 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 witho...
Page 3 - About this user guide; SERVICE ACTIVATION
2 If you are a new T-Mobile® customer and your service has not been activated, simply call Customer Care at 1-800-937-8997 from your landline phone and a T-Mobile Activations representative will assist you. You will need the following information when activating service: • Service Agreement and agen...
Page 4 - Table of contents
3 Table of contents SERVICE ACTIVATION ......................2 Important notice ................................6 Getting to know your phone ........... 13 Installing the micro SIM card ............. 16Charging your phone ........................... 17Switching between and exiting applications.........
Page 7 - Important notice; Optimizing Battery Life
6 Important notice 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. 1. Phone Memory In order to make more memory available, you will have to manage your applications and ...
Page 8 - Installing an Open Source Operating System
7 NOTE: If you accidently press the Power/Lock Key while the device is in your pocket, the screen will turn off automatically in order to save battery power. To view the battery charge level 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap System settings > General tab > Battery . 2 The batter...
Page 9 - Using a Screen Lock
8 4. Using a Screen Lock Set a screen lock to secure your phone. To set the screen lock, follow the process below. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key , tap Lock screen settings > Select screen lock and select a desired screen lock from None , Swipe , Knock Code , Face Unlock , Pattern , PIN a...
Page 14 - Front view; Getting to know your phone
13 To turn on the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds. To turn off the phone, press the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds and tap Power off and OK to confirm. Front view Front Camera Lens - Use to take a picture of yourself or...
Page 15 - Side view
14 NOTE: The back cover of this product applies a “self-healing” technology, which self-repairs minor scratches in just a few minutes. Minor scratches are those cause by ordinary and normal use of the phone. Scratches caused by abrasive surface, misuse, including but not limited to intentional scrat...
Page 16 - Rear view
15 Rear view Volume Keys IR (infrared) LED Back Camera Lens Flash Power/Lock Key NFC touch point Speaker Notice The NFC antenna for this model is on the back cover.
Page 17 - Installing the micro SIM card; Eject button aperture
16 Getting to know your phone Installing the micro SIM card Before you can start exploring your new phone, you’ll need to set it up. The micro SIM card tray eject button is a small round aperture on the tray door. To install a new micro SIM card: 1 Insert the micro SIM ejection tool that comes with ...
Page 18 - Charging your phone
17 Charging your phone 1 Connect the wall adapter and USB cable as shown below. The USB symbol on the USB cable should face toward you. 2 Plug the USB cable (as shown below) into the phone's Charger/Accessory Port. Make sure the USB symbol is facing upwards. Always unplug the charger from the wall s...
Page 20 - Switching between and exiting applications
19 Switching between and exiting applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android because open applications keep running even when you open another application. There is no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch among several open applications. Android manages each applica...
Page 21 - Your Home screen; Touch screen tips
20 Your Home screen Touch screen tips With the touch of your finger, you can access available applications, make menu selections, and access data saved to your phone. The following terms are used for describing the different available actions using the touchscreen: Tap - A single finger tap selects ...
Page 22 - Proximity sensor
21 NOTE: • To select an item, tap the center of the icon. • Do not to press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, firm touch. • Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other keys or icons. Proximity sensor When receiving and makin...
Page 23 - Lock your phone; Quick Switch to Silent/Vibrate Mode
22 Your Home screen Lock your phone When you are not using the phone, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your phone. This helps prevent accidental presses and saves battery power. Also, if you do not use the phone for a while, the Home screen, or other screen you are viewing, is automatically replaced...
Page 24 - Home Screen Overview
23 Home Screen Overview The main Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application icons, shortcuts, folders or widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default page and accessible from any me...
Page 25 - Navigating Through the Home Screen Canvases; Edit canvases
24 Your Home screen Navigating Through the Home Screen Canvases Your phone has several Home screen canvases. If you like, you can place different applications on each of the Home screen canvases.From the main Home screen canvas, swipe the screen with your finger in either direction. The main Home sc...
Page 26 - Unlocking the Screen
25 Unlocking the Screen 1 Press the Power/Lock Key to turn on your screen. Your Lock Screen will appear. 2 From the center of the screen, swipe in any direction to unlock it. • Shortcuts can be added for quick access to your favorite apps. To add shortcuts, access the Settings menu, tap the Display ...
Page 27 - QuickTheater; To enable or disable KnockON; To turn the screen on
26 Your Home screen QuickTheater QuickTheater allows you to see the slideshow for photos, videos, and YouTube. 1 From the lock screen, hold the phone horizontally. 2 Use both thumbs and slide them apart. 3 Choose the desired option. NOTE: The screen lock mode should be set as Swipe in order to use t...
Page 28 - To turn the screen off; Navigating Through the Sub-Menus
27 To turn the screen off Quickly double-tap an empty area of the Home screen, Lock screen, or the Status Bar. NOTE: Tap on the center area of the screen. If you tap on the bottom or the top area, the recognition rate may decrease. Navigating Through the Sub-Menus Sub-menus are available when you ar...
Page 29 - Customizing your Home screen
28 Customizing your Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding quick access items, such as shortcuts to an application, widgets, or changing the wallpaper. • Apps : Add shortcuts to applications on the Home screen. • Widgets : Add dynamically updating widgets to your Home screen to all...
Page 30 - Customizing application icons on the Home screen
29 TIP! To add a preloaded application or an application you have downloaded from Play Store to the Home screen, simply touch and hold the icon you want in the Apps screen and drag it to the desired Home screen canvas. To remove an item from the Home screen: If there is no available space on a parti...
Page 31 - Creating Folders on the Home screen
30 NOTE: • Your customized application icon(s) are only applied to icons on your Home screen. The Applications screen is not affected. • Your custom photo icons are saved so you can easily select them for any of your icon images. Creating Folders on the Home screen You can create application folders...
Page 32 - Customizing the Apps screen
31 3 Drag the icon over another icon and release it to create a folder. NOTE: To rename a folder or change its color, touch the desired folder. Touch the drop-down menu to change the name or select a folder color. Customizing the Apps screen 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key . 2 Tap the Apps ...
Page 33 - Home screen clean view; Quick access
32 Home screen clean view You can see the wallpaper without items on the Home screen by pinching out. Pinch in or tap the Back Key to see applications and widgets again. Quick access To view the quick access items, touch anywhere in the front key area and drag up. The following options are available...
Page 34 - Notifications; Accessing notifications
33 Notifications Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as video downloads. From the Notifications panel, you can view your phone’s current status and pending notifications.When a notification arrives, its icon appears ...
Page 35 - Notification icons on the Status Bar
34 NOTE: Touch and hold an icon on the Quick Settings menu to go directly to that setting's menu screen. To rearrange Quick Setting items on the Notification panel Open the Notifications panel, swipe the Quick Settings to the left, and tap . To rearrange items, drag to the desired location. To add m...
Page 37 - Entering Text; To select the default keyboard type; To select the keyboard type while using the On-screen Keyboard
36 Entering Text You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboarddisplays automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manuallydisplay the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text.There are following types of keyboards that you can use: Goo...
Page 38 - Google Voice Typing; LG Keyboard
37 Google Voice Typing Google voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text. 1 Pull down the Status Bar and tap Choose input method > Google voice typing . OR Tap on the keyboard. 2 Speak into the phone's microphone and watch your text being entered on screen. 3 If the text...
Page 39 - QWERTY Keyboard
38 NOTE: To use the Handwriting feature, touch and hold on the keyboard, then tap . QWERTY Keyboard Letters Entry Keyboard Shift Key - Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Tap again to turn on CAPS lock. Tap again to turn off CAPS lock. Symbols Key - Tap to change the input mode to symbo...
Page 41 - Phone Keyboard
40 Phone Keyboard To enter text, tap the key labeled with the desired letter until it appears on the screen. For example, tap once for "a", twice for "b", or three times for "c". Letters Entry Keyboard Favorite Symbol Key - Touch and hold to access symbol entry and tap to set...
Page 43 - Handwriting
42 Handwriting Write the text with your fingertip. The touchscreen converts your movements into characters. Letters Entry Keyboard Numbers/Symbols Key - Tap to change the input mode to numbers and symbols entry. Keyboard/Voice input/Clip Tray/Settings Key - Tap to enter text using the keyboard. Touc...
Page 44 - Additional Keyboard Features; Path input
43 Additional Keyboard Features You can enjoy various additional keyboard features. Path input To enter a word, draw a path through the letters of the word you are trying to spell. A space will be inserted automatically after each word. Gesture control - Show/Hide keyboard To hide the keyboard, swip...
Page 45 - Gesture control - Split keyboard; Tips for Editing Text
44 Gesture control - Split keyboard Spilt the keyboard in two using your fingers in the landscape mode. Each half withdraws to left and right of the screen. Tips for Editing Text Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice...
Page 46 - Using the Clip Tray; Text Link
45 Using the Clip Tray Easily access the contents you stored in the Clip Tray whenever and wherever you want. You can copy images or texts and keep them in the Clip Tray. Then you can paste them whenever you want. 1 Touch and hold text and images while editing them and tap Clip Tray . 2 Touch and ho...
Page 48 - Dual Window; Setting up Dual Window
47 Dual Window This feature allows you to use two apps at the same time. Setting up Dual Window Dual Window should be set before using the feature. 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings > General tab > Multitasking . 2 Tap the Dual Window checkbox to enable/disable this...
Page 50 - Google account setup
49 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 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key . 2 Tap Settings > Gener...
Page 52 - When the screen is locked; Calls
51 Making a call 1 From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key to open the keypad. 2 Enter the number on the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the Clear Key . 3 Tap the Call Key to make a call. 4 To end a call, tap the End Key . TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your c...
Page 54 - Call settings
53 TIP! • Tap any single call log entry to view the date, time, and duration of the call. • Tap the Menu Key , then tap Clear all to delete all the recorded items or Clear to delete individual or groups of entries. Call settings You can configure phone call settings, such as call forwarding, and oth...
Page 55 - Contacts
54 You can add contacts on your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and tap Contacts to open your contacts. OR From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key >...
Page 56 - Favorite Contacts; To add a contact to your favorites
55 Favorite Contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites. To add a contact to your favorites 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and then Contacts to open your contacts. 2 Tap a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the star to the right of the contact ’s name. The star turns ...
Page 57 - Conversation view
56 Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Conversation view Messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Sending a message 1 Tap Messaging on th...
Page 59 - Email; To open the Email application
58 Email You can use the Email application to read email from providers other than Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Microsoft Exchange (for Enterprise users). To open the Email application • From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Email . The firs...
Page 61 - To add an email account
60 Tap the Menu Key > Discard to abandon and delete a message, including any saved drafts. If you are not connected to a network, for example if you’re working in airplane mode, the messages you send are stored in your Outbox folder until you’re connected to a network. If it contains any pending ...
Page 62 - To delete an email account
61 To delete an email account 1 Open the Email application. 2 Tap the Menu Key > Settings . 3 Select the account(s) you want to delete and tap Remove account . 4 Tap Yes to confi rm.
Page 63 - Social Networking
62 With your phone, you can enjoy social networking and manage your micro-blog in on-line communities. You can update your current status, upload photos, and view your friends’ status updates in real-time. You can add your Facebook, Google+, and Twitter accounts to your phone. If you don’t have an a...
Page 64 - Removing accounts on your phone; Life Square; To select what events are logged
63 Removing accounts on your phone 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings > General tab > Accounts & sync . 2 Tap the account(s) you want to delete, then Menu Key > Remove account > OK . Life Square The Life Square app allows you to collect and save call logs, ...
Page 65 - Getting to know the viewfinder; Camera
64 To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder Flash – Tap to turn the flash On , Off or set it to Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear–facing camera lens and the front– facing camera lens. Shot mode – Allows you select the shot mode from Nor...
Page 68 - Viewing your saved photos
67 NOTE: • When you exit the camera, some settings will return to their defaults. Check the camera settings before you take your next photo. • The settings menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change elements of the image color or quality, you will see a preview of the image change ...
Page 69 - Setting a photo as the wallpaper; Multi-point Auto Focus
68 Setting a photo as the wallpaper 1 Tap the photo you want to set as wallpaper to open it. 2 Tap the Menu Key > Set image as > Home screen wallpaper . 3 Crop the image as desired and tap Save (Photos app) or OK (Gallery app). Multi-point Auto Focus When you take a picture, the Multi-point Au...
Page 71 - Super zooming
70 Camera Super zooming You can use a zoom up to 8 times while taking pictures. NOTE: • This function operates automatically while zooming in and out. • Use a steady hand. This feature does not work with some functions. • Objects can be overlapped when taking a picture of fast-moving subjects.
Page 72 - Camcorder
71 To open the Video Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen and slide down. Getting to know the viewfinder Flash – Tap to turn the flash On , Off or set it to Auto . Swap camera – Allows you to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. Recording mode – Allows you to cha...
Page 74 - After recording a video
73 White balance – The white balance ensures any the white areas in your video are realistic. To enable your camera to adjust the white balance correctly, you may need to determine the light conditions. Choose from Auto, Incandescent, Sunny, Fluorescent, and Cloudy . Color effect - Allows you to set...
Page 75 - Watching your saved videos
74 - Locks the touch keys to prevent unintentional touches. - Allows you to adjust the screen ratio. - Captures a screen shot while playing a video. Menu Key - Tap to access Subtitles, Play speed, Share, Trim, Delete, Settings, Details, and Help . NOTE: Additional charges may apply when multimedia m...
Page 77 - Tracking zoom
76 Tracking zoom Defines the focus area to enlarge before recording a video. Touch and hold the small screen to resize or move it. 1 Open the Camera application. 2 Change to video mode and tap > Tracking zoom . 3 Set the magnifying glass image to the area you want to zoom in on and track. 4 Tap R...
Page 78 - Audio zoom
77 Audio zoom Increase sound sensitivity in the area you zoom in on and decrease noise when recording. 1 Open the Camera application. 2 Change to video mode, tap > Audio zoom > On . 3 Tap Record to start recording. 4 Zoom in a certain area to increase sound sensitivity and decrease noise. NOTE...
Page 79 - Tracking focus
78 Tracking focus Tracks the subject that you've focused on while recording a video. 1 Open the Camera application. 2 Change to video mode and tap Record to start recording. 3 Tap on the subject in the preview screen to track it while you record. 4 Tap to refi ne the focus. NOTE: Depending on the sel...
Page 80 - Zoom to Track
79 Zoom to Track When you play a video, you can enlarge an object while tracking it. 1 When you play a video, tap . 2 Touch the magnifying glass and drag it to the object to track. NOTE: • Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm tap. • Zoom to Track m...
Page 81 - Live Zooming
80 Camcorder Live Zooming Live Zooming allows you to zoom in or zoom out on a portion of a video that is being played to make the desired section appear larger or smaller. When viewing a video, use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out. NOTE: Do not press to...
Page 82 - Dual Play
81 Dual Play Dual Play (connected wired or wirelessly to two displays) can be run on a different screen. NOTE: • Connect two devices using wired (Slimport-HDMI) cable or a wirelessly (Miracast). • The connectable device can be a TV or a monitor supported by an HDMI cable or Miracast. • The Gallery, ...
Page 83 - Multimedia; Gallery; Music; How to save music/video files to the phone; Connect your phone to the PC using the USB cable.; Save music or video files from the PC to the phone.
82 Multimedia You can store multimedia files to a internal memory to have easy access to all your image and video files. Gallery From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Gallery . Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player from the ...
Page 84 - How to play music/video files on the phone; Playing music/video files; Playing a song; To create a playlist
83 How to play music/video files on the phone Playing music/video files Locate the file you want in the Gallery or Music applications and tap it to play it. Playing a song 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and tap Music . 2 Tap the Songs tab. 3 Tap the song you want to play. 4 Tap to pause th...
Page 86 - Utilities; QSlide
85 Utilities QSlide The QSlide function enables an overlay on your phone's display for easy multi-tasking. 1 While using an app that supports QSlide, tap to access QSlide. OR Open the Notifications Panel and touch an app from the QSlide apps section. 2 Use the slider to adjust the transparency of th...
Page 87 - QuickMemo
86 QuickMemo The QuickMemo feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots.You can use QuickMemo to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. 1 Touch and drag the Status Bar down and tap . You can also access it by swiping upw...
Page 88 - View the Saved Memo; QuickRemote
87 Discard QuickMemos: • Tap the Back Key . View the Saved Memo From the Home screen tap the Apps Key > Gallery or Notebook and select the QuickMemo album. QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, cable box, audio system, DVD/Blu-ray players, air conditio...
Page 89 - Universal remote
88 Utilities TIP! To quickly use the QuickRemote feature, touch and slide the Status Bar downward and tap on the Quick Settings bar to activate it. Touch the Menu Key to select Magic Remote setting, Edit remote name, Learn remote, Move remote, Delete remote, Edit room, Settings, and Help . NOTE: Qui...
Page 90 - QuickTranslator
89 6 Point the original remote 4 inches away from the IR receiver on back of phone. 7 Press and hold the button on the original remote for 2 seconds. QuickTranslator Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign sentence you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhe...
Page 91 - VuTalk; Register VuTalk Before Use
90 Utilities 2 Tap , Word, Line or Block . 3 Hold the phone toward the subject you want to translate for a few seconds. NOTE: • Only one dictionary is provided free of charge. Additional dictionaries must be purchased. Please select the dictionary you would like to install as your complimentary dict...
Page 92 - VuTalk Settings
91 Julia 1 555-555-5555 Julia NOTE: If you have not agreed to the LG app terms and conditions and privacy policy yet, you will be prompted to accept. VuTalk Settings 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Contacts . 2 Tap the Menu Key > VuTalk settings . 3 Set the following options as your...
Page 94 - Voice Mate; Use Voice Mate
93 NOTE: If you tap the Home Key and go back to the Home screen, the VuTalk feature still runs in the background. Voice Mate Voice Mate allows you hands-free interaction with your devices. You can ask Voice Mate to perform phone functions using your voice, such as calling a contact, setting alarms o...
Page 97 - SmartShare; Enjoy the Content Via a Variety of Devices
96 Utilities SmartShare You can use the SmartShare feature easily in the Gallery, Music, Videos apps, and more. Enjoy the Content Via a Variety of Devices You can share your phone's content with a variety of devices.Tap to share the content using various apps, such as the Gallery, Music, and Videos ...
Page 98 - Enjoy the Content from Nearby Devices; Connecting Devices
97 Playing/Sending • Play : You can play the content via a TV or a Bluetooth speaker. • Beam : You can send the content to the device of Bluetooth and SmartShare Beam supported.- SmartShare Beam : Transferring the content feature fast via Wi-Fi Direct. <Play> <Beam> Enjoy the Content fro...
Page 99 - Searching Other Devices; Using Content from the Cloud; Using the Cloud; Setting an alarm
98 Utilities Searching Other Devices 1 Tap Nearby devices , then you can see the DLNA-supported devices. 2 Connect to the device to view the content. Using Content from the Cloud You can use content from the cloud (i.e., Dropbox) in the Gallery, Music, Videos app, etc. Using the Cloud NOTE: The supp...
Page 100 - Changing your calendar view
99 Using the calculator 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key and tap Calculator . 2 Tap the number keys to enter numbers. 3 For simple calculations, tap the function you want , followed by . NOTE: For more complex calculations, tap the Menu Key , tap Scientific calculator . Adding an event to yo...
Page 101 - To Synchronize MS Exchange; POLARIS Viewer 5; Viewing files
100 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 Outloo...
Page 102 - The Web; Browser
101 The Web Browser The Browser gives you a fast, full-color 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. Check data charges with your network provider. Using o...
Page 104 - To open the Settings application; Networks tab; Airplane mode
103 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. To open the Settings application - From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key > Settings . - From the Home screen, tap the...
Page 105 - To connect to a Wi-Fi Network
104 Wi-Fi To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need access to a wireless access point, or "hotspot." Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or implement other security features, so you must configure your phone in order to connect to them. Turn on Wi-Fi ...
Page 106 - Bluetooth; Turn on Bluetooth
105 TIP! If you are not in range of a Wi-Fi network and use a network connection. Additional data charges may apply. NOTE: • Access to the Internet and a wireless router required. As an added convenience, T-Mobile has shipped certain smartphones with Wi-Fi enabled as a default setting. Leaving Wi-Fi...
Page 115 - Default message app; VPN
114 Default message app This menu allows you to set your default messaging app. VPN From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Device for ...
Page 116 - Sound tab; Sound profile
115 2 Select the Networks tab. 3 Tap Tethering & networks > VPN > LG VPN > Add LG VPN network . NOTE: You must set the local key store password before you use LG VPN credential storage. 4 Enter the VPN network according to the security details you have obtained from your network adminis...
Page 117 - Dial pad touch tones
116 Settings Smart ringtone Select to automatically increase the volume of the ringtone when outside noise is loud. Ringtone with vibration Checkmark for vibration feedback for calls. Incoming call vibration Allows you to choose the type of vibration for incoming calls. Gentle vibration Gradually in...
Page 118 - Display tab; Home screen
117 Display tab Home screen Select Home - Sets the home style for your device. Choose Home (standard Android layout) or EasyHome (simplified version for users less familiar with Android navigation). Theme - Sets the screen theme for your device. Choose Flex or LG . Wallpaper - Allows you to set the ...
Page 119 - Front touch buttons
118 Settings Face Unlock - Unlocks the screen through facial recognition. Follow the prompts. You are asked to select Pattern and/or PIN as a backup. Pattern - Allows you to set a pattern as your screen lock. It's recommended that you enter a backup PIN as well in case you forget the pattern. PIN - ...
Page 121 - Notification LED; General tab; Gestures
120 Settings Notification LED Select which type of notifications to display the front or back side LEDs for. Auto-adjust screen tone Checkmark to save battery power by adjusting screen brightness automatically with analysis of image color. Screen capture area Allows you to set the area captured by s...
Page 123 - Storage; Battery saver; Apps
122 Settings Storage You can monitor the used and available internal memory in the device. Battery See how much battery power is used for device activities. The battery level displays in a percentage. The remaining time of use is also displayed. Battery percentage on status bar - Displays the batter...
Page 124 - Multitasking; Slide Aside
123 Multitasking Slide Aside Slide Aside allows you to quickly switch between three open applications (or tasks) using a three finger gesture. 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > System settings > General tab > Multitasking . 2 Tap the Slide Aside checkbox to enable/disable the featu...
Page 125 - Split view; Cloud
124 2 Tap the Dual Window checkbox to enable/disable the feature. NOTE: Refer to the Dual window section on page 47 for more information. Split view When you select a link on the full screen, the linked contents are displayed on a split screen. Help Allows you to view the help information for multit...
Page 126 - Guest mode; Setting up Guest mode
125 Guest mode Use Guest mode when you let someone else use your phone. They will only be able to use the applications that you’ve selected. Once you set it up, you can easily put your phone in Guest mode by drawing the guest pattern on the Lock screen that you set, which is different from your norm...
Page 127 - Using Guest mode; Location
126 Using Guest mode After you’ve set up and enabled Guest mode, lock the screen so that you can enter your Guest mode pattern. The Guest mode Home screen is displayed with only the apps you’ve selected for guest access. To exit Guest mode, enter your normal unlock pattern on the Lock screen. NOTE: ...
Page 129 - Accessibility
128 Collect diagnostics - Allows you to use the Diagnostics system manager application. Consistent with your carrier's privacy policy, this software collects diagnostics data so that your carrier can better troubleshoot technical issues with your device or sevice. LG Backup service - Backup, schedul...
Page 130 - PC connection
129 Audio type – Choose from Mono and Stereo . Sound balance – To manually set the audio route, move the slider on the mono audio slide bar. Captions – Allows customized caption settings for those with hearing impairments. Touch feedback time – Sets the touch and hold delay (short, medium, or long)....
Page 134 - To disconnect your phone from your PC
133 To check the phone-to-PC connection Once the devices have been connected, drag the Status Bar down to check the On-Screen Phone connection status. To disconnect your phone from your PC Click in the top left of the On-Screen Phone window. Alternatively, drag the Status Bar down and select On-Scre...
Page 135 - LG PC Suite
134 LG PC Suite helps you manage media contents and applications in your phone by allowing you to connect to your phone to your PC. With the LG PC Suite software, you can... • Manage and play your media contents (music, movie, picture) on your PC. • Send multimedia contents to your device. • Backup ...
Page 137 - Phone software update
136 Phone software update Phone software update This feature allows you to update the firmware of your phone to the latest version conveniently from the internet without the need to visit a service center. For more information on how to use this function, please visit: http://www.lg.com As the mobil...
Page 139 - Trademarks
138 Trademarks Trademarks • Copyright 2014 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. • Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo ...
Page 140 - Dolby Digital Plus
139 Dolby Digital Plus Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 141 - Accessories
140 Accessories These accessories are available for use with your phone. (Items described below may be optional and sold separately.) Travel adapter USB cable Connect your phone and PC. User Guide Learn more about your phone. SIM ejection tool NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do...
Page 142 - Troubleshooting
141 Troubleshooting This section 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 Micro SIM error There is no Micro SIM card in the phone or ...
Page 146 - For Your Safety; Safety Information
145 For Your Safety Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. WARNING! This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm. Wash hands after han...
Page 147 - Charger and Adapter Safety; Battery Information and Care
146 • Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other hazard. • For those host devices that utilize a USB port as a charging source, the host device’s user manual shall include a statement that the phone shall only be connected to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed th...
Page 148 - Care and Maintenance; Keep your Mobile Device away from:
147 • The battery pack has protection circuit to avoid the danger. Do not use near places that can generate static electricity more than 100V which could damage the protection circuit. Damaged protection circuits may generate smoke, rupture or ignite. • When using the battery for the first time, if ...
Page 152 - FCC RF Exposure Information; Bodily Contact During Operation
151 FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) e...
Page 153 - Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions; Are wireless phones safe?
152 For Your Safety Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions Your wireless phone, which contains a radio transmitter and receiver, emits radio frequency energy during use. The following consumer information addresses commonly asked questions about the health effects of wireless phones. A...
Page 155 - Can I minimize my RF exposure?
154 For Your Safety Can I minimize my RF exposure? If you are concerned about RF, there are several simple steps you can take to minimize your RF exposure. You can, of course, reduce your talk time. You can place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, as the exposure level drops o...
Page 157 - International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection; TIA Safety Information; Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal
156 For Your Safety International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection c/o Bundesamt fur StrahlenschutzIngolstaedter Landstr. 185764 OberschleissheimGermanyTelephone: 011 49 1888 333 2156http://www.icnirp.de American National Standards Institute 1819 L Street, N.W., 6th FloorWashington, D...
Page 158 - Antenna Care
157 In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies: ANSI C95.1 (1992) * NCRP Report ...
Page 159 - Electronic Devices; Hearing Aids
158 For Your Safety Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separatio...
Page 161 - FDA Consumer Update; Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
160 For Your Safety FDA Consumer Update The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones: 1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using ...
Page 162 - What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?
161 • Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and • Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health. The FDA belongs to an intera...
Page 163 - What are the results of the research done already?
162 For Your Safety to RF is drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decreases rapidly with increasing distance from the source. The so-called “cordless phones,” which have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower power levels, and thus produc...
Page 166 - What about children using wireless phones?
165 of matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a wireless phone complies with safety guidelines. 9. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to Radio Frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products — and at this point we do not know that there is — it...
Page 167 - What about wireless phone interference with medical
166 For Your Safety 11. What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Radio Frequency (RF) energy from wireless phones can interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, the FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) of implante...
Page 171 - For Your Safety
170 LG GATE™ Disclaimer of Warranties: TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, LG ELECTRONICS INC. AND ITS AFFILIATES (COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO HEREIN AS “LG”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, GUARANTEIES, CONDITIONS OR LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITHOUT LIMITATION INCLUDING ...
Page 172 - 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 ex...