LG LGM210SV - User Manual

Custom-designed Features 6 Multi-tasking feature Multi-Window You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into multiple windows.While using an app, touch and hold from the Home touch buttons, then select an app from the recently-used apps list. Ţ You can use two apps at the same t...

Custom-designed Features 7 Overview screen The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps.To view the list of recently-used apps, tap on the Home touch buttons. Ţ Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the app with the Multi-Window feature. You can als...

Custom-designed Features 8 quick share You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after taking it. 1 Tap , then take a photo or record a video. 2 Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that app.You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to s...

Basic Functions 11 Parts overview Earpiece Microphone Touch screen Proximity/Ambient light sensor Stereo headset jack Microphone Front camera lens Rear camera lens Volume keys (+/-) Charger/USB cable port Flash Speaker Power/Lock key

Basic Functions 13 Turning the power on or off Turning the power on When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key. Ţ When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be longer than usual. Turning the ...

Basic Functions 14 Installing the SIM card Insert the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card provided by your service provider to start using your device. 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 f...

Basic Functions 15 • This device supports only Nano SIM cards. Nano Micro Standard • For problem-free performance, it is recommended to use the phone with the correct type of SIM card. Always use a factory-made SIM card supplied by the service provider. Precautions when using the SIM card • Do not l...

Basic Functions 17 Removing the memory card Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety. 1 Tap Settings General Storage . 2 Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card. Ţ Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. This may cause data to ...

Basic Functions 19 Removing the battery Open the back cover and pull out the battery. Ţ Turn off the device before removing the battery. Failure to do so may damage the device. Charging the battery Before using the device, fully charge the battery.

Basic Functions 20 Ţ Make sure to use the USB cable provided with your device. Ţ Make sure to use an LG-approved charger, battery and charging cable. Charging the battery with a third-party charger may cause the battery to explode or may damage the device. Ţ Using the device when it is charging may ...

Basic Functions 21 Using the battery efficiently Battery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuously.Stop apps and functions from running in the background to increase battery life.To minimize battery consumption, follow these tips: Ţ Turn off th...

Basic Functions 22 Touching and holding Touch and hold for several seconds to display a menu with available options. Double-tapping Tap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a web page or map. Dragging Touch an item, such as an app or widget, then move your finger to another location in a controlled mo...

Basic Functions 23 Swiping Touch the screen with your finger and move it quickly without pausing. You can use this gesture to scroll through a list, a web page, photos, screens, and more. Pinching and spreading Pinch two fingers to zoom out such as on a photo or map. To zoom in, spread your fingers ...

Basic Functions 25 Home screen Home screen overview The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions and apps on your device. Tap on any screen to directly go to the Home screen.You can manage all apps and widgets on the Home screen. Swipe the screen left or right to view all in...

Basic Functions 26 Ţ Google search widget : Perform a Google search by inputting spoken or written keywords. Ţ Folder : Create folders to group apps by your preferences. Ţ Page icon : Display the total number of Home screen canvases. Tap the desired page icon to go to the page you selected. The icon...

Basic Functions 27 Status icons When there is a notification for an unread message, calendar event or alarm, the status bar displays the corresponding notification icon. Check your device's status by viewing notification icons displayed on the status bar. No signal Data is being transmitted over the...

Basic Functions 28 Notifications panel You can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar downward on the main screen. Ţ To open the quick access icons list, drag the notifications panel downwards or tap . Ţ If you touch and hold an icon, the settings screen for the corresponding functi...

Basic Functions 29 Switching the screen orientation You can set the screen orientation to automatically switch, according to the device's physical orientation.On the notification panel, tap Rotation from the quick access icon list. You can also tap Settings Display and activate Auto-rotate screen . ...

Basic Functions 30 Viewing the background theme You can view only the background image by hiding the apps and widgets on the Home screen.Spread two fingers apart on the Home screen. Ţ To return to the original screen, which displays apps and widgets, pinch your fingers on the Home screen or tap . Mo...

Basic Functions 31 Using folders from the Home screen Creating folders On the Home screen, touch and hold an app, then drag it over another app. Ţ A new folder is created and the apps are added to the folder. Editing folders On the Home screen, tap a folder and do one of the following actions. Ţ To ...

Basic Functions 32 Select home You can select one of 3 modes. 1 Tap Settings Display Home screen Select Home . 2 Choose the mode you want to use. Ţ Home (default) : Provides the standard layout showing all apps. Ţ EasyHome : Provides a simplified experience for the first- time smartphone user. Ţ Hom...

Basic Functions 33 Ţ Screen lock prevents unnecessary touch input on the device screen and reduces battery consumption. We recommend that you activate the screen lock while not using the device. Configuring the screen lock settings There are several options available for configuring the screen lock ...

Basic Functions 34 Lock screen settings You can customize the following lock screen settings. 1 Tap Settings Display Lock screen . 2 Customize the following settings: Ţ Select screen lock : Select a screen lock method. Ţ Smart Lock : Select trusted items so that if you are connected to or near one, ...

Basic Functions 35 KnockON You can turn the screen on or off by double-tapping the screen. Ţ This option is available only on the Home screen provided by LG. It may not function properly on a custom launcher or on the Home screen installed by the user. Ţ When tapping the screen, use your fingertip. ...

Basic Functions 36 3 Input the created Knock Code again for verification, then tap CONFIRM . Unlocking the screen with a Knock Code Unlock the screen by inputting the Knock Code you have created.Input your Knock Code on the touch screen when the screen is turned off. Ţ It is also possible to enter a...

Basic Functions 37 Ţ To encrypt the memory card, make sure that a screen lock is set using a PIN or password. Ţ Once memory card encryption starts, some functions are not available. Ţ If the device is turned off while encryption is underway, the encryption process will fail, and some data may be dam...

Basic Functions 38 Entering text Using the Smart keyboard You can use the Smart keyboard to enter and edit text.With the Smart keyboard, you can view text as you type without bothering to alternate between the screen and a conventional keyboard. This allows you to easily find and correct errors when...

Basic Functions 39 Suggesting words Smart keyboard automatically analyzes your usage patterns to suggest frequently used words as you type. The longer you use your device, the more precise the suggestions are.Enter text, then tap a suggested word. Ţ The selected word is automatically entered. You do...

Basic Functions 40 Ţ This option is available on the QWERTY, QWERTZ and AZERTY keyboards. Ţ This function may not be supported for some languages. Customizing the keyboard height You can customize the keyboard height to maximize hand comfort when typing. 1 Tap Settings General Language & keyboar...

Basic Functions 41 Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG Keyboard Keyboard height and layout Split keyboard . You can also touch and hold on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and layout Split keyboard . Ţ Rotate the device to landscape mode to split the keyboard to both sides. To merge ...

Basic Functions 42 Entering text by using voice On the keyboard, tap . Ţ To maximize the voice command recognition, speak clearly. Ţ To enter text with your voice, make sure that your device is connected to a network. Ţ To select the language for voice recognition, tap Languages on the voice recogni...

Basic Functions 43 Clip Tray If you copy or cut an image or text, it is automatically saved to the clip tray and can be pasted to any space at any time. 1 On the keyboard, touch and hold and select .You can also touch and hold the text input window, then select CLIP TRAY . 2 Select and paste an item...

Useful Apps 45 Installing and uninstalling apps Installing apps Access an app store to search and download apps. Ţ You can use the SmartWorld, Play Store or the app store provided by your service provider. Ţ Some app stores may require you to create an account and sign in. Ţ Some apps may charge fee...

Useful Apps 46 Uninstalling apps from the app store To uninstall an app, access the app store from which you download the app and uninstall it. Ţ Some apps cannot be uninstalled by users. Uninstalled apps You can view the uninstalled apps on the Home screen. You can also reinstall apps which were un...

Useful Apps 47 Phone Voice call Make a phone call by using one of the available methods, such as manually entering a phone number and making a call from the contact list or the list of recent calls. Making a call from the keypad 1 Tap Dial . 2 Make a call by using a method of your choice: Ţ Enter a ...

Useful Apps 48 Answering a call To answer a call, drag to the outside of the circle on the incoming call screen. Ţ When the stereo headset is connected, you can make calls by using the call/end button on the headset. Ţ To end a call simply by pressing the Power/Lock key, tap Settings Networks Call A...

Useful Apps 49 Functions accessible during a call During a call, you can access a variety of functions by tapping on-screen buttons: Ţ Hold : Place the current call on hold. Ţ Contacts : View the contact list during a call. Ţ End : End a call. Ţ Dialpad : Display or hide the dial pad. Ţ Speaker : Tu...

Useful Apps 50 Viewing call records To view recent call records, tap Call logs . Then, you can use the following functions: Ţ To view detailed call records, select a contact. To make a call to the selected contact, tap . Ţ To delete call records, tap Clear . Ţ The displayed call duration may differ ...

Useful Apps 51 Messaging Sending a message You can create and send messages to your contacts using the Messaging app. Ţ Sending messages abroad may incur additional charges. Consult with your service provider for more information. 1 Tap . 2 Tap . 3 Specify a recipient and create a message. Ţ To atta...

Useful Apps 52 Camera Starting the camera You can take a photo or record a video to cherish all of your memorable moments.Tap . Ţ Before taking a photo or recording a video, wipe the camera lens with a soft cloth. Ţ Be careful not to stain the camera lens with your fingers or other foreign substance...

Useful Apps 53 Taking a photo 1 Select a camera mode and tap the subject to focus the camera on. 2 Tap to take a photo. Ţ You can also press the Volume Down (-) or Volume Up (+) key to take a photo. Ţ When the screen is turned off or locked, start the camera by pressing the Volume Down (-) key twice...

Useful Apps 55 Burst shot You can take continuous shots of photos to create moving pictures.Touch and hold . Ţ Continuous shots are taken at a fast speed while is held down. Ţ You can take up to 30 photos. Simple view Tap Simple view to hide the menus on the camera screen. Tap to display them. Switc...

Useful Apps 56 Zoom in or out You can use zoom in or out on the camera screen while taking a photo or recording a video. Ţ On the camera screen, pinch or spread two fingers to zoom in or out, then use the displayed +/- slide bar. Ţ The zoom feature is not available when using the front camera in sel...

Useful Apps 57 Ţ To use this feature, switch to the front camera mode, then tap Selfie shot Gesture shot . Ţ Make sure that your palm and fist are within the reference line so that the camera can detect them. Ţ This feature may not available while using some of the camera features. Auto shot You can...

Useful Apps 58 Interval shot You can take selfies at an interval.While using the front camera, touch and hold . You can also show your palm to the camera, then clench your fist twice quickly. Ţ Four photos are taken at about two seconds interval after a timer delay of three seconds. Save as flipped ...

Useful Apps 59 Gallery Gallery overview You can view and manage photos and videos saved on your device. 1 Tap . Ţ Saved photos and videos are displayed by folder. 2 Tap a folder and select a file. Ţ View the selected file in full-screen mode. Ţ While viewing a photo, swipe left or right to view the ...

Useful Apps 60 Editing photos 1 While viewing a photo, tap . 2 Use a variety of effects and tools to edit the photo. 3 Tap to apply changes. 4 Tap SAVE to save changes. Ţ The changes are overwritten to the original file. Ţ To save the edited photo as another file, tap Save copy . Playing a video Add...

Useful Apps 61 Deleting files You can delete files by using one of the following options: Ţ Touch and hold a file from the file list, then tap Delete . Ţ Tap from the file list and delete the desired files. Ţ Deleted files are automatically moved to Trash and they can be restored to the Gallery with...

Useful Apps 62 Email Email overview You can register an email account to your device and then you can check and send emails from your device. Ţ If you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage depending on your pricing plan. Consult with your service provider for more information. Registeri...

Useful Apps 63 Checking email 1 Tap and select a mail box. 2 Select an email from the email list. Ţ The email message appears. Sending email 1 Tap . 2 Enter the recipient’s email address. 3 Enter a subject and message. Ţ To attach files, tap . Ţ To access optional menu items, tap . 4 Tap to send the...

Useful Apps 64 Syncing events Tap Calendars to sync and select a calendar to sync. Ţ When your events are saved from the device to your Google account, they are automatically synced with the Google calendar, too. Then, you can sync other devices with the Google calendar in order to make those device...

Useful Apps 65 Clock Alarm You can set an alarm to trigger it at a specified time. 1 Tap Clock Alarm . 2 Tap to add a new alarm. 3 Configure the alarm settings and tap SAVE . Ţ If you select a previously set alarm, you can edit the alarm. Ţ To delete an alarm, tap at the top of the screen. You can a...

Useful Apps 66 Stopwatch You can use the stopwatch to record a lap time. 1 Tap Clock Stopwatch . 2 Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch. Ţ To record a lap time, tap Lap . 3 Tap Pause to pause the stopwatch. Ţ To resume the stopwatch, tap Resume . Ţ To clear all the records and newly start the stopwat...

Useful Apps 67 Writing notes on a photo 1 Tap QuickMemo+ . 2 Tap to take a photo, then tap OK . Ţ The photo is automatically attached into the notepad. 3 Tap or to write notes on the photo. Ţ Write notes by hand on the photo. Ţ Enter text below the photo. 4 Tap to save the note. Writing notes on a s...

Useful Apps 68 Ţ Trash : View deleted notes. Ţ New category : Add categories. Ţ : Rearrange, add or delete categories. To change the name of a category, tap the category. Ţ Some folders do not appear when launching QuickMemo+ for the first time. Disabled folders are enabled and appear when they cont...

Useful Apps 69 FM Radio You can listen to FM radio.Tap Tools FM Radio . Ţ To use this app, first connect earphones to the device. The earphones function as the radio antenna. Ţ This function may not be supported depending on the area. Voice Recorder You can record and save your voice or others’ voic...

Useful Apps 70 Contacts Contacts overview You can save and manage contacts.Tap LG Contacts . Adding contacts Adding new contacts 1 On the contact list screen, tap . 2 Enter the contact’s details and tap SAVE . Importing contacts You can import contacts from another storage device. 1 On the contact l...

Useful Apps 71 Searching for contacts You can search for contacts by using one of the following options: Ţ On the contact list screen, enter a contact name in the search box. Ţ Scroll the contact list up or down. Ţ From the index of the contact list screen, tap the initial letter of a contact. Conta...

Useful Apps 72 Music You can play and manage songs or music albums. 1 Tap LG Music . 2 Select a category. 3 Select a music file. Back to the previous screen. Add to or remove from favorites. Play in random order. Adjust the sound volume. Tap to play from the beginning of the current file / Double-ta...

Useful Apps 73 LG SmartWorld You can download a variety of games, audio content, apps and fonts provided by LG Electronics. Customize your device to suit your preferences by using Home themes and fonts. Ţ If you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage depending on your pricing plan. Ţ Thi...

Useful Apps 74 LG Backup You can back up, restore and move the data saved on your device. 1 Tap Management LG Backup . You can also tap Settings General Backup & reset LG Backup . 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to select whether to back up data in the preset backup folder on the device or t...

Useful Apps 75 Google apps You can use Google apps by setting a Google account. The Google account registration window appears automatically when you use a Google app for the first time. If you do not have a Google account, create one from your device. For details on how to use an app, see the Help ...

Useful Apps 76 Play Movies & TV Use your Google account to rent or purchase movies. Purchase content and play it anywhere. Play Music Purchase music files from the Play Store. Play music files saved on your device. YouTube Search and play videos. Upload videos on YouTube to share them with peopl...

Phone Settings 78 Settings You can customize the device settings in accordance with your preferences.Tap Settings . Ţ Tap and enter a keyword in the search box to access a setting item. Ţ Tap to change the view mode. This user guide assumes that you are using the Tab view . Networks Airplane mode Yo...

Phone Settings 80 Bluetooth You can connect your device to nearby devices that support Bluetooth to exchange data with them. Connect your device to a Bluetooth headset and a keyboard. This makes it easier to control the device. Pairing with another device 1 On the settings screen, tap Networks Bluet...

Phone Settings 81 Mobile data You can turn on or off mobile data. You can also manage mobile data usage. Turning on mobile data 1 On the settings screen, tap Networks Mobile data . 2 Drag to activate it. Customizing mobile data settings 1 On the settings screen, tap Networks Mobile data . 2 Customiz...

Phone Settings 82 Tethering USB tethering You can connect the device to another device via USB and share mobile data. 1 Connect your device and other devices via USB cable. 2 On the settings screen, tap Networks Tethering USB tethering and then drag to activate it. Ţ This option uses mobile data and...

Phone Settings 83 Mobile HotSpot You can set the device as a wireless router so that other devices can connect to the Internet by using your device's mobile data. 1 On the settings screen, tap Networks Tethering Mobile HotSpot and then drag to activate it. 2 Tap Configure Mobile HotSpot and enter th...

Phone Settings 84 More Wi-Fi Calling You can use Wi-Fi calling to improve your coverage and to make phone calls over a Wi-Fi network when the network is available.On the settings screen, tap Networks More Wi-Fi Calling . Mobile networks You can customize mobile data settings. 1 On the settings scree...

Phone Settings 85 Ţ This feature is available only when the screen lock is activated. If the screen lock is deactivated, a notification screen appears. Tap SETTINGS from the notification screen to activate the screen lock. See Configuring the screen lock settings for details. 4 Enter VPN details and...

Phone Settings 87 Display You can customize detailed settings for each screen type.On the settings screen, tap Display and customize the following settings: Ţ Home screen : Customize settings for the Home screen. See Home screen settings for details. Ţ Lock screen : Customize lock screen settings. S...

Phone Settings 88 Ţ More Motion sensor calibration : Correct the angle and speed of the motion sensor to improve the tilt accuracy and speed of the sensor. Ţ When correcting the motion sensor, make sure to place the device on a flat surface. Failure to do so may cause an error with the motion sensor...

Phone Settings 89 Location You can customize how your location information is used by particular apps. 1 On the settings screen, tap General Location . 2 Customize the following settings: Ţ Mode : Select a method to provide your location information. Ţ RECENT LOCATION REQUEST : View apps that recent...

Phone Settings 92 Google services You can use Google settings to manage your Google apps and account settings.On the settings screen, tap General Google services . Security 1 On the settings screen, tap General Security . 2 Customize the following settings: Ţ Content lock : Set the method to lock fi...

Phone Settings 93 Date & time You can customize date and time settings for your device. 1 On the settings screen, tap General Date & time . 2 Customize the desired settings. Storage You can view and manage internal storage on the device or storage space of the memory card. 1 On the settings ...

Phone Settings 94 Memory You can view the average amount of memory usage over a certain period of time and the memory occupied by an app. 1 On the settings screen, tap General Memory . 2 Tap to set a time slot to retrieve data. Apps You can view a list of installed apps. Stop apps from running or de...

Phone Settings 95 Ţ Resetting your device deletes all data on it. Enter your device name, Google account and other initial information again. About phone You can view information about your device, such as the name, status, software details and legal information.On the settings screen, tap General A...

Appendix 97 LG Bridge LG Bridge overview LG Bridge is an app that helps you manage the photos, music, videos and documents saved on your LG smartphone from your computer conveniently. You can back up contacts, photos and more to the computer or update the device software. Ţ See LG Bridge help for de...

Appendix 98 Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp, select your country and language.This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer v...

Appendix 100 FAQ 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 card error There is no SIM card in the phone or it is inse...

Appendix 104 More information Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licences, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.In addition to the source code, all referred licence terms, warranty disclai...

For Your Safety 106 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 ...

For Your Safety 109 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...

For Your Safety 114 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...

For Your Safety 119 TIA Safety Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld phones. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it receives and sends out Radio Frequency (RF...

For Your Safety 120 Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the indepe...

For Your Safety 121 Posted Facilities Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices so require. Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. Switch OFF your phone before boarding an aircraft. Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your p...

For Your Safety 123 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. Ţ Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred....

For Your Safety 124 Charger and Adapter Safety Ţ The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only. Ţ Insert the battery charger vertically into the wall power socket. Ţ Only use the LG-approved battery charger. Otherwise, you may cause serious damage to your phone. Ţ Use the correct adapter ...

For Your Safety 126 General Notice Ţ 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. Ţ Talking on your phone for a long period of time may re...

For Your Safety 127 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 ...

For Your Safety 133 12. Where can I find additional information? For additional information, please refer to the following resources: FDA web page on wireless phones( http://www.fda.gov/cellphones/) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program( http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) Internati...

For Your Safety 134 10 Driver Safety Tips Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere, anytime. An important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones, one that every user must uphold. When operating a car, driving is your first respons...

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 137 ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SE...