LG LGH950 - User Manual

Conversation view.............................51 Changing your messaging settings ...51 Email ................................................52 Camera and Video .........................54 Camera options on the viewfinder ....54 Using the advanced settings.............55 Taking a photo ...............

9 Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1. Phone memory When there is less than 10MB of space available in ...

10 Important Notice NOTE: X Some applications you download may consume battery power. X While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level. 3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING X If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer i...

11 Important Notice WARNING X If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset. 5. Opening and switching applications Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than o...

12 Your Phone Front view Notification LED Front Camera Lens Proximity Sensor Earpiece Headset Jack Microphone Microphone Charger/USB port Infrared LED NOTE : Proximity sensor X When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by s...

15 Installing the SIM or USIM card Before you can start exploring your new phone, you need to set it up. 1 To 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. 2 Slide the SIM card into the lower ...

17 Getting Started Charging the phone Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. WARNING X Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause a battery charging delay or pop up message ...

18 Getting Started Inserting a memory card Your device supports up to a 2TB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. WARNING X Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card ...

19 Getting Started Unlocking the screen By default, your screen will lock after a period of inactivity, then turn off. Unlocking the screen 1 Press the Power/Lock Key or double-tap on the screen. 2 Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it. TIP! Smart Lock X You can use Smart Lock to make unloc...

20 Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. • Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. • Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occu...

21 Your 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 ....

22 Your Home screen Provides one-touch access to the function from any Home screen canvas. Back Button Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access the Dual window. Home Button Return to the Home screen ...

23 Your Home screen TIP! X To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add. Removing an item from the Home screen • While on the Home screen, touch and hold the icon you want to remove, then drag it to and release it. Adding an app t...

24 Your Home screen Returning to recently-used applications 1 Tap . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap an app preview to open the application. Or tap to return to the previous screen. Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calenda...

25 Your Home screen Opening the Notifications panel Swipe down from the Status bar to open the Notifications panel. To close the Notifications panel, swipe the screen upwards or tap . Quick Settings Area Notifications Clear Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Touch and hold the desire...

26 Your Home screen Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator icons appear on the Status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The ...

27 Your Home screen An alarm is set Data is synchronizing New voicemail available Choose input method New text or multimedia message Media server content sharing is on NFC is on Mobile hotspot is active NOTE: X The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service. On...

28 Your Home screen Entering special characters The on-screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters.For example, to input "á", touch and hold the "a" button until the pop-up appears and displays related special characters. Without lifting the finger, drag your finger to the...

29 Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take 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. Then clos...

30 Special Features Gesture View After taking a photo with the front camera lens, you can automatically check the captured photo with this gesture. 1 Tap > > . 2 Take a picture with the front camera. 3 After taking the picture, bring the phone close to your face. The captured photo will be dis...

31 Special Features Glance View When the phone screen is off, you can see the Status bar, time and date by dragging your finger down from the top of the screen. KnockON You can wake up, or turn off, the screen as easily as double-tapping the screen.While the screen is off, and idle, double-tap the c...

32 Special Features Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to wake and unlock the screen with your own Knock Code pattern. When enabled, Knock Code divides the screen into 4 parts and uses your unique combination of taps to secure your device. You can disable this feature in the Lock screen se...

33 Special Features Dual window This feature allows you to multi-task by splitting up the screen into two, allowing you to use two compatible applications at the same time. 1 Touch and hold the to split the screen. 2 Tap or drag the app icon for the corresponding application you wish to use. : Tap t...

35 Special Features Tap to use the eraser to erase the pen marks on the memo. Tap to save the memo you've created. Tap to hide or display the toolbar. NOTE: X Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo+ feature. Do not use your fingernail. 3 Tap to save the current memo to the QuickMemo+ or Ga...

36 Special Features QSlide From any screen, use the Notifications panel to easily access and use the Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. OR Tap to expand the window to full window size.Tap to adjust the window's transparency.Tap to close the QSlide window. Drag to adjust the size. 1 Slide th...

37 Special Features QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, set-top box and audio system, and more. 1 Slide the Status bar downward and tap > ADD REMOTE . OR Tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > > . 2 Select the type and brand of the device, the...

38 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 Tap > . 2 Tap > General tab > Accounts & sync > Ad...

40 Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks 1 Tap > > > Networks tab > Wi-Fi . 2 Tap to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. 3 Tap a network to connect to it. • If the ...

41 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. NOTE: X L...

42 Connecting to Networks and Devices Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Using an application that supports sharing, locate the data, or file, that you want to share. 2 Select the Share option. 3 Select Bluetooth . 4 Select the paired Bluetooth device (or pair with a new device). NOTE: X The method for se...

43 Connecting to Networks and Devices SmartShare SmartShare allows you to receive multimedia content via LG phone and tablets. 1 While viewing the content you want to share, tap or > SmartShare . 2 Tap Play or Beam in the pop-up that is displayed. • Play: You can stream your content via a TV, Blu...

44 Connecting to Networks and Devices Transferring data between a PC and your device You can copy or move data between a PC and the device. Transferring 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 USB connection, a...

45 Making a call 1 Tap to open the dialer. 2 Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a digit, tap . 3 After entering the desired number, tap to place the call. 4 To end the call, tap . TIP! X To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your contacts 1 Tap to open ...

46 Calls 3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. 4 To toggle between numbers, tap the number displayed on the screen. You can also tap to start a conference call. 5 To end all calls, tap . NOTE: X You are charged for each call you make. Viewing you...

47 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 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. You can also scroll along the alphabet...

48 Contacts Removing a contact from your favorites list 1 Tap to open your contacts. 2 Tap the Favorites tab and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the gold star at the top right corner of the screen. The star turns a dark color and the contact is removed from your favorites. Creating a gro...

49 Contacts Joining and Separating Contacts When you have two or more entries for the same contact, you can join them into a single entry. You can also separate contacts that were joined. 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap > Manage contacts > Join contacts . 3 Select a tab at the top of the screen. • Tap...

50 Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message 1 Tap and tap to create a new message. 2 Enter a contact name or contact number into the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can tap a suggested recipient an...

51 Messaging Conversation view Text and multimedia messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations. Changing your messaging settings Your phone's messaging settings are predefined to allow you to send messages im...

52 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). Managing email accounts To open the Email application Tap > > . The first time you open the ...

53 Email Working with account folders Tap > > > > Folders . Each account has Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folders. Depending on the features supported by your account's service provider, you may have additional folders. Composing and sending email 1 In the application, tap to create a ...

54 Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder To open the Camera application, tap > > . You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. 1 6 9 2 7 8 3 4 5 Hide/Display Options – Tap to hide/display the camera options on the viewfinder. Flash – Allows you to man...

55 Camera and Video Using the advanced settings In the camera viewfinder, tap to access the camera settings below. Combines photos taken at multiple exposures into one optimal photo to get a better photo in difficult lighting situations. Selects the photo and video resolution.Allows you to say a voi...

56 Camera and Video Once you have taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail on the screen to view the last photo you took. The following options are available. Tap to edit the photo. Tap to take another photo immediately. Tap to send your photo to others or share it in via any available social network s...

57 Camera and Video TIP! X – Tap to capture a screen shot while recording a video. X – Tap to pause the recording. After recording a video Tap the video thumbnail on the screen to view the last video you recorded. The following options are available. Tap to record another video immediately. Tap to s...

58 Camera and Video Panorama mode Allows you to take a panoramic picture. 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap MODE > Panorama . 3 Tap to start taking the panoramic picture. 4 Pan your phone slowly in one direction. 5 Make sure that the focus area aligns with the blue guideline while taking the photo. 6 Tap t...

59 Camera and Video NOTE: X Drag the small screen to move it to your desired location. Touch and hold the small screen to resize it. Tap on the small screen to alternate between the two cameras. 3 Tap to stop dual recording. 8X Zooming When using the rear camera lens, you can zoom in or out to 8x. N...

60 Camera and Video NOTE: X Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm touch. Dual Play Dual Play (wired or wireless connection to two displays) can be run on a different screen. NOTE: X Connect two devices using a wired (Slimport-HDMI) cable or wireless...

61 Camera and Video Viewing pictures The Gallery displays your pictures in folders. When some apps save a picture, a folder is automatically created to contain the picture. Pictures are displayed in a folder by the date they were created. Select a picture to view it full screen. Scroll left or right...

62 Camera and Video / Touch to pause/resume video playback. Touch to fast-forward 10 seconds. Touch to rewind 10 seconds. Touch to adjust the video volume. Touch to lock/unlock the screen. Touch to use QSlide for the Videos app. Tap to share your video using the SmartShare function. Tap to access ad...

63 Camera and Video Editing photos While viewing a photo, tap . Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: • While in a folder, tap , select the photos/videos you want to delete. Then tap Delete . • While viewing a photo, tap . Setting wallpaper While viewing a photo, tap > Set imag...

64 Multimedia Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. Playing a song 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap the Songs tab. 3 Select the song you want to play. 4 The following options are available.

67 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.Tap > > . Alarms The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms. 1 Open the app, then se...

68 Utilities World clock The World clock tab allows you to easily check the current time in other cities around the world. 1 Open the app, then select the World clock tab. 2 Tap and select the desired city. Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. 1 Open the app, then...

69 Utilities Calendar The Calendar app allows you to track your schedule of events. 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap the date you want to add an event to. Then tap . 3 Enter the event details and tap Save to save the event. Voice Search Use this application to search the web using your voice. 1 Tap > >...

70 Utilities LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content – fonts, themes, games, applications. How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap Sign in and enter your user name and password. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to create an account....

71 Browsing the Web Browser Use this application to browse the Internet. The Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE: X Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content. ...

72 Browsing the Web Opening a page To go to a new page, tap > . To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice In the browser, tap the address field and then tap . When prompted, say a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords t...

73 Browsing the Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. • Tap > > . NOTE: X This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages In the Chrome browser, tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search c...

74 This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone’s System Settings menus. Accessing the Settings menu: • Tap > touch and hold > All settings . - or - • Tap > > . Networks tab Airplane mode Airplane Mode (flight mode) allows you to use many of your phone's fea...

77 Settings NOTE: X You must set a screen lock before you can use VPN. • Emergency alerts - If emergency alerts are issued, those alerts will appear on this screen. Sound tab Sound profile Allows you to set your phone's sound profile. Choose from Sound , Vibrate only and Do not disturb . Volume Adju...

78 Settings Vibration type Allows you to choose the type of vibration. Do not disturb Allows you to set a schedule when to prevent interruptions from notifications. You can set to allow certain features to interrupt when Priority only is set. Lock screen Allows you to choose if you want to show or h...

79 Settings Display tab Home screen • Select Home – Set Home (basic layout and settings for apps and widgets) or EasyHome (easier interface for beginners with a simpler layout and larger font size) as the default home. • LG Health – Allows you to set an additional Home screen showing health info. • ...

80 Settings • Weather animation – Checkmark to show weather animation on the lock screen for the current location. • Contact info for lost phone – Allows you to display the owner information on the lock screen in case the phone is lost. • Lock timer – Sets the amount of time before the screen automa...

81 Settings Auto-rotate screen Checkmark to set the phone to automatically rotate the screen based on the phone orientation (portrait or landscape). Screen timeout Sets the desired screen timeout option. Screen mode Allows you to set the desired screen mode. Choose from Standard , Vivid and Natural ...

82 Settings • Language – Sets the language to use on your phone. • Spelling correction – Allows spelling correction when using the on-screen keyboard. • Default – Allows you to set the default keyboard to use when entering text. • Android Keyboard (AOSP) - Checkmark to select the Android Keyboard to...

83 Settings Accounts & sync Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deactivating the Auto-sync data option can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage. Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configu...

85 Settings • Power key ends call – Checkmark so that you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/ Lock Key. • Accessibility settings shortcut – Sets quick, easy access to selected features when you triple-tap the Home Button. Choose from Off, Show all, TalkBack, Invert colors, Touch assistant, an...

86 Settings Security • Lock screen – Allows you to set your lock screen settings. • Content lock – Select lock types to lock files in Gallery. Choose from Password or Pattern . • Encrypt phone – Allows you to encrypt data on the phone for security. You will be required to enter a PIN or password to ...

87 Settings Gestures • Answer an incoming call – Checkmark to enable you to bring the phone to your ear to automatically answer the incoming call. • Fade out ringtone – Checkmark to allow you to pick up the phone from the flat surface to fade out the incoming call ringtone. • Silence incoming calls ...

88 Settings Date & time Use the Date & time settings to set how dates will be displayed. You can also use these settings to set your own time and time zone rather than obtaining the current time from the mobile network. Storage • Internal Storage – Allows you to view information about the in...

89 Settings Default message app This menu allows you to set your default messaging app as desired. Backup & reset This menu allows you to back-up your data, automatically restore data, and erase all the data on your phone. • Back up my data – Allows you to back up your settings and application d...

90 For Windows OS 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, pictures) on your PC. • Send multimedia contents to your de...

91 PC software (LG PC Suite) System Requirements for LG PC Suite software • OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32 bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 • CPU: 1 GHz or higher processors • Memory: 512 MB or higher RAMs • Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit color or higher • HDD: 500 MB or mor...

93 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/common/index.jsp. As the mobile phon...

94 Trademarks Trademarks • Copyright 2015 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 log...

96 There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone, some of which may be sold separately. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements. Visit your local AT&T store or www.att.com/wirelessaccessories for specific offerings. NOTE X Always us...

97 Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures SIM or USIM card error There is no SIM or USIM card in the p...

101 For Your Safety Important Information This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this phone. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved ...

105 For Your Safety HAC statement This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to t...

106 For Your Safety Caution Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas (or modifications to the antenna) could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty and/or violate FCC regulations.Don't use the phone with a damaged antenna. A damaged antenna could cause a minor s...

110 For Your Safety Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Committee on Man and Radiation (COMAR) of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers http://ewh.ieee.org/soc/embs/comar/ Consumer Information on SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) This model phone meets the government's requirem...

111 For Your Safety While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet the government requirement for safe exposure.The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance wit...

113 For Your Safety For information about hearing aids and digital wireless phonesWireless Phones and Hearing Aid Accessibility http://www.accesswireless.org/ Gallaudet University, RERC http://tap.gallaudet.edu/Voice/ FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearin...

114 For Your Safety X Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings. If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, use noise-cancelling headphones to block out background environmental noise. X Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less t...

115 For Your Safety The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards). Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC regulations.Tips on Efficient Op...

117 For Your Safety Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all signs and instructions. Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a potentially expl...

119 For Your Safety Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product. X Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred....

120 For Your Safety Charger and Adapter Safety X The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only. X Insert the battery charger vertically into the wall power socket. X Only use the LG-approved battery charger. Otherwise, you may cause serious damage to your phone. X Use the correct adapter ...

122 For Your Safety General Notice X Do not place items containing magnetic components such as a credit card, phone card, bank book, or subway ticket near your phone. The magnetism of the phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic strip. X Talking on your phone for a long period of time may re...

123 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 ...

129 For Your 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) Internationa...

131 For Your Safety 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be a “Good Samaritan” in your community. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 911 or other loca...

132 For Your Safety Laser safety statement CDRH Compliance THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH APPLICABLE REQUIREMENT OF THE DHHS PERFORMANCE STANDARD FOR LASER PRODUCT, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. Caution! This product employs a Laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual ca...