Page 3 - Important Customer Information; ELECTRICAL SAFETY; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT
1 Important Customer Information WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities ...
Page 4 - may cause a short circuit.
2 Important Customer Information Handle battery packs carefully This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or circ...
Page 5 - If the battery leaks:; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
3 Important Customer Information O Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection. O If the battery leaks: Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or cl...
Page 7 - do not contain any metal.; INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS
5 Important Customer Information SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE O Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the steel frame of a building). O Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio. O Use only original ma...
Page 9 - Table of Contents
7 Important Customer Information........................................................... 1 Table of Contents ................................................................................... 7 Technical Details .......................................................................................
Page 10 - Locations are inaccurate when GPS and Wi-Fi are not set to On.; FCC RF Exposure Information; Bodily Contact During Operation
8 Technical Details Cautions The user interface of Google applications (Google Search, Google Maps, Navigation, etc.) can vary depending on its software version. Locations are inaccurate when GPS and Wi-Fi are not set to On. With the Android operating system, some available Play Store applications o...
Page 11 - - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
9 Technical Details Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna (Optional, if available.) To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, keep 8 inches (20 cm) between the user / bystander and vehicle-mounted external antenna. For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov. Part 15.19 st...
Page 12 - Technical Details; technology and Mobile Broadband 4G networks in the United States*.
10 Technical Details technology and Mobile Broadband 4G networks in the United States*. Now you can connect easily at high speeds to the Internet, your corporate Intranet, and your email while you’re away from the office. * Service not available everywhere. * Information subject to change.
Page 14 - Getting to know your phone; Rear View
12 Getting to know your phone QuickButton Key (Customizable) Press for quick access to your favorite app. Power/Lock Key Volume Keys O On the Home screen: Controls ringer volume O During a call: Controls your earpiece volume O When playing a song: Controls volume continuously Rear View 3.5mm Headset...
Page 15 - Hold the phone on your hand firmly. With the other hand, lift the back
13 Getting to know your phone Installing the Micro SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you’ll need to set it up. To insert the Micro SIM card and battery: 1. Hold the phone on your hand firmly. With the other hand, lift the back cover using the fingertip cutout located ...
Page 16 - until it clicks into place.; Charging your phone; Connect the USB adapter and USB cable.
14 Getting to know your phone 4. Align the back cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place. Charging your phone A rechargeable Li-ion battery is used to power your phone. A USB adapter, which is included with your phone, is used to charge the battery. Ask your lo...
Page 17 - Inserting a microSD card; Remove the back cover as previously described.
15 Getting to know your phone NOTE The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. Inserting a microSD card Insert a microSD™ card to use the camera and other multimedia features. Multimedia contents can be saved in the microSD card. NOTE This device supports up to a 32GB mi...
Page 18 - Formatting the microSD card; Locking and unlocking the screen
16 Getting to know your phone Removing the microSD card To safely remove the microSD card from your phone, first you need to unmount it. 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap System settings > General tab > Storage > Unmount SD card . 2. Remove the back cover and battery, then ge...
Page 19 - Changing the screen lock options with more security
17 Getting to know your phone KnockON You can turn on/off the screen by just double-tapping. To activate KnockON feature 1. Tap the Menu Key > System settings > General tab > Gestures . 2. Place a checkmark on Screen on / off . Double-tap the center of the screen quickly when it's off to tu...
Page 20 - Tap or touch
18 Your Home screen 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 touching it and not lifting your finger until an...
Page 21 - Customizing the Home screen
19 Your Home screen Home screen Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customize each panel with apps, downloads, widgets and wallpapers. NOTE Some screen images may be different depending on your phone provider. On your Home screen, you can view application icons a...
Page 22 - Your Home screen; Returning to recently-used applications; Press and hold the; Notifications; Accessing notifications
20 Your Home screen TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add and drag it to the desired location. TIP! Using folders You can add several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen panel, an...
Page 23 - Quick Settings Area
21 Your Home screen Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status Bar report new messages, calendar events, alarms, as well as ongoing events. The Notifications Panel is displayed when the Status Bar is swiped down. You can also access the QSlide apps and Quick Settings from this screen. Tap to q...
Page 25 - Using the keypad & entering text
23 Your Home screen New text or multimedia message Choose input method A song is currently playing Mobile hotspot is active NOTE The icons location in the Status Bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen key...
Page 27 - Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network; Apps; Bluetooth
25 Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless acc...
Page 28 - Connecting to Networks and Devices
26 Connecting to Networks and Devices Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your phone with a Bluetooth device You must pair your device with another device before you connect to it. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Bluetooth . 2. Tap to turn Bluetoo...
Page 29 - USB Tethering; Smartphone Mobile Hotspots
27 Connecting to Networks and Devices To switch between a Bluetooth headset and the phone When a Bluetooth headset is paired and connected to your phone, you can conduct calls on the headset for hands-free conversation. During a call, you can opt to use the Bluetooth headset or just the phone. NOTE ...
Page 30 - Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through SmartShare
28 Connecting to Networks and Devices NOTE To use your phone’s Hotspot capability, you must have the Smartphone Mobile Hotspot service added to your rate plan. In addition, your Smartphone Mobile Hotspot service cannot be used at the same time as Wi-Fi. Please close your WiFi connection prior to lau...
Page 31 - Calling your contacts; Adjusting the in-call volume
29 Calls Making a call 1. From the Home screen, tap Phone to open the keypad. 2. Enter the number on the keypad. To delete a digit, tap Clear . 3. Tap Call to make a call. 4. To end a call, tap End . TIP! To enter “+” to make international calls, touch and hold . Calling your contacts 1. From the Ho...
Page 32 - Ending a Call from the Status Bar
Calls 30 5. Tap the call entry on the screen to toggle between active calls or tap Merge calls to merge the calls. 6. To end active calls, tap End . If there is no active call, it will end the call on Hold. TIP! Tap Manage members to end and separate individual calls. Ending a Call Tap End to end a ...
Page 33 - Menu Key
Calls 31 Call settings You can configure phone call settings, such as call forwarding, and other special features offered by MetroPCS. 1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap System settings . 2. Tap Networks tab > Call and set any desired options.
Page 36 - Messaging
34 Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Conversation view Messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order and message threads so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversations. Sending a message 1...
Page 37 - Liven up your messages using smilies.; Changing your message settings; From the Home screen, tap
Messaging 35 Using smilies Liven up your messages using smilies. When writing a new message, tap and choose a category on the toolbar at the bottom of the keyboard. You can also tap the Menu Key > Insert smiley . Changing your message settings Your phone’s message settings are predefined, so you c...
Page 39 - Compose
Email 37 Composing and sending email To compose and send a message 1. While in the Email application, tap Compose . 2. Enter an address for the message’s intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using commas. 3. Tap Cc...
Page 41 - Back Key; Internal
39 Camera Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key . To take a photo, say one of the following words: Cheese, Smile, Whiskey, Kimchi or LG. Defines and...
Page 42 - Camera; Viewing your saved photos; Gallery
40 Camera Opens the help guide to know how a function operates. Restores all camera default settings. TIP! O When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color effect, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo. O The setting menu is...
Page 44 - Recording a quick video
42 Camera Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Defines and controls of the amount of sunlight entering the lens. Slide the brightness indicator along the bar towards “-” for a lower bri...
Page 46 - QuickMemo
44 LG Unique Functions QuickMemo The QuickMemo feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. Capture screens, draw on them, and share them with family and friends with QuickMemo. OR 1. Enter the QuickMemo screen by pressing QuickButton Key (when not customized to other function) on th...
Page 47 - LG Unique Functions; Using the QuickMemo options
45 LG Unique Functions NOTE Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo. Do not use your fingernail. You can also access QuickMemo by pressing both Volume Up and Down Keys at the same time. Using the QuickMemo options The following options are available when using the QuickMemo. Touch to keep the...
Page 48 - OR; QSlide
46 LG Unique Functions QSlide The QSlide function enables an overlay on your phone’s display for easy multi-tasking. OR – Tap to exit the QSlide function and return to full window. – Slide to adjust transparency. – Tap to exit the QSlide function. – Tap to adjust the size of the window. NOTE The QSl...
Page 50 - Viewing pictures
48 Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in internal or external memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Gallery . You can manage and share all your image a...
Page 51 - Videos
49 Multimedia Deleting images and videos Use one of the following methods: s In a folder, tap and select the photos and videos you want to delete, then tap Delete . s When previewing a photo or video, tap . Setting as wallpaper When viewing a photo, touch the Menu Key > Set image as and select Ho...
Page 54 - Multimedia
52 Multimedia NOTE Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music. In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material. Before downl...
Page 55 - Setting your alarm; Using your calculator
53 Utilities Guest Mode To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the Guest mode. When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed. NOTE To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance. 1. From the Home screen,...
Page 56 - Utilities; Adding an event to your calendar
54 Utilities NOTE To view the calculation history, tap the Menu Key > Calculation history . Adding an event to your calendar 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Calendar . 2. Tap to change the calendar view (Day, Week, Month, Year, Agenda). 3. Tap on the date for which you wish t...
Page 57 - Voice Recorder; Sending the voice recording
55 Utilities Visual Voicemail The Visual Voicemail application allows users to view a list of people who left voicemail messages on your phone. You can listen to your message without being limited by the date. 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > MetroPCS folder > Visual Voicemail . 2. A list o...
Page 58 - Viewing files; LG Backup; Perform a manual LG Backup of your smartphone data.
56 Utilities ThinkFree Viewer ThinkFree Viewer is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, anywhere or anytime, using their mobile devices. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Thi...
Page 59 - Select the check box you want to backup, tap; Scheduling automatic backups; , and choose if you want to add a password.; Restoring smartphone data; to restore it to your phone.
57 Utilities Backup your smart phone data 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > LG Backup > Backup . 2. Select the check box you want to backup, tap Next . 3. Select the desired location and tap Next > Start . NOTE Checkmark Use the lock when creating a backup file to protect you...
Page 60 - Voice Search; Downloads
58 Utilities 5. When all selected files have been restored, the phone will automatically restart. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Google folder > Google+ . NOTE This application may no...
Page 61 - MetroWEB; Using the Web toolbar; Viewing webpages
59 The Web MetroWEB Use this application to browse the Internet. The MetroWEB application gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE Additional charges apply when connecting t...
Page 62 - Chrome
60 The Web Searching the web by voice Tap the web address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap the Menu Key > Add t...
Page 65 - Settings
63 Settings Wi-Fi Calling – Wi-Fi Calling can improve your coverage and allows you to make phone calls over a Wi-Fi network (when a Wi-Fi network is available). Important! Wi-Fi Calling requires that you use the SIM card that is shipped with your phone. Also, you must register your address for 9-1-1...
Page 67 - Sound
65 Settings < Tethering & networks > USB tethering – Allows you to set up the ability to share your phone’s mobile data connection using a USB connection. Mobile Hotspot – Allows you to share mobile network via Wi-Fi and you can configure portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings. Help – Displays hel...
Page 78 - To perform the phone software update, from the Home screen, tap the
76 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 mobile ...
Page 79 - Accessories; Travel adapter
77 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 device and PC. Quick Start Guide Battery NOTE O Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty. O A...
Page 80 - Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal; ICNIRP; Antenna Care
78 Safety 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) signals....
Page 81 - Safety; Phone Operation; For your phone to operate most efficiently:; Driving; conditions or the law require it.; Electronic Devices
79 Safety Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenn...
Page 82 - Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their
80 Safety Persons with pacemakers: O Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON; O Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket; O Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference; O Should turn the phon...
Page 83 - Aircraft
81 Safety 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 phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all signs a...
Page 84 - Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred.
82 Safety Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your phone and to prevent damage. Also, keep the user guide in an accessible place at all times after reading it. Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product. ...
Page 85 - Charger and Adapter Safety
83 Safety Charger and Adapter Safety O The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only. O Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the wall power socket. O Only use the approved battery charger. Otherwise, you may cause serious damage to your phone. O Use the correct adapter for your...
Page 86 - General Notice
84 Safety Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards O Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources. O Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone, and clean the power plug pin when it’s dirty. O When using t...
Page 88 - which you can hear adequately.
86 Safety The amount of sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound, the device, the device settings and the headphones. You should follow some commonsense recommendations when using any portable audio device: O Set the volume in a quiet environment and sele...
Page 89 - American Academy of Audiology; National Institutes of Health; National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
87 Safety American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190 Voice: (800) 222-2336 Email: [email protected] Internet: www.audiology.org National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda,...
Page 90 - Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?; type emitted by wireless phones
88 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 wireless ph...
Page 91 - user that is not necessary for device function and; What kinds of phones are the subject of this update?
89 Safety O Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary for device function; and O 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 ...
Page 92 - What are the results of the research done already?
90 Safety These RF exposures are limited by FCC safety guidelines that were developed with the advice of the FDA and other federal health and safety agencies. When the phone is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is drastically lower because a person’s RF exposure decrease...
Page 95 - What about children using wireless phones?
93 Safety Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone. SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a small part of the body. It is measured in watt...
Page 96 - Where can I find additional information?
94 Safety exists that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. 11. What about wireless phone interference with medica...
Page 98 - Don’t take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are
96 Safety 5. Don’t take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an address book or business card, or writing a “to-do” list while driving a car, you are not watching where you are going. It is common sense. Do not get caught in a dangerous situation because you are reading o...
Page 99 - other special non-emergency wireless number.; Consumer Information on SAR
97 Safety other special non-emergency wireless number. The above tips are meant as general guidelines. Before deciding to use your mobile device while operating a vehicle, it is recommended that you consult your applicable jurisdiction’s local laws or other regulations regarding such use. Such laws ...
Page 101 - for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone.
99 Safety for typical or maximum SAR for a particular phone. Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) website at http://www.ctia.org/ *In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by ...
Page 102 - Your LG Optimus L70 has an M3 and a T3 rating.
100 Safety M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less inter...
Page 103 - The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order
101 Safety The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf Hearing Loss Association of America [HLAA] http://hearingloss.org/content/telephones-andmobile-devices
Page 104 - FAQ
102 FAQ Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section, before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. Category Sub-Category Question Answer Bluetooth Bluetooth Devices What are the functions available via Bluetooth...
Page 111 - LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
109 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 produc...
Page 112 - applicable limited warranty period.
110 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT applicable limited warranty period. (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible. (6) This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by operations of law, statutory or otherwise, including, but ...
Page 113 - DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS.
111 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Some states do not allow the exclusive limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have ot...
