LG LGMS550 - User Manual

Features you will love 13 Pen Pop The Pen Pop feature allows you to quickly and easily access options to create a memo. Pull the pen out and Pen Pop opens. Setting up Pen Pop Tap > > General tab > Pen . Pen Pop options Hide/display the Pen Pop options. Open the Pop Memo to write a memo. Ope...

Features you will love 14 Dual window The Dual window function splits the screen to enable multi-tasking, drag and drop interaction, auto-linking, and recently used apps. Activating the Dual window 1 Tap > > General tab > Dual window . 2 Tap to toggle it On. Ţ Activate the Auto-open option ...

Features you will love 15 Fingerprints The Fingerprint feature allows you to place a finger on the Power/Lock Key to unlock the screen or see locked content. Registering your fingerprint 1 Tap > > General tab > Fingerprints & security > Fingerprints . 2 You need to set a secure scree...

Features you will love 16 Mini view To shrink the screen for use with one hand, swipe left or right across the Home touch buttons.To close the Mini view, tap . To turn this feature on or off, tap > > General tab > Mini view .

Features you will love 17 QSlide From any screen, use the Notification panel to easily access and use the Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. Using QSlide 1 While using applications that support QSlide, tap > QSlide . The function is displayed as a small window on your screen. 2 Using the...

Features you will love 18 Capture+ The Capture+ feature allows you to create memos. Using Capture+ You can use Capture+ function to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. 1 Touch and slide the status bar downward and tap . 2 Create a m...

Features you will love 19 Content Sharing Playing content You can play photos, videos or music saved on the device from a TV. 1 Connect the TV and device to the same Wi-Fi network. 2 Open a file from the Gallery or Music app and tap > Play on other device . 3 Select the TV. NOTE Ţ To use Chromeca...

Features you will love 20 Using nearby devices You can play multimedia files saved on a connected device from your device. 1 From the Gallery or Music app, select > Nearby devices . 2 Select a device from the device list. Ţ If the desired device is not seen on the device list, check that DLNA is ...

Basics 22 Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your phone. Ţ Travel Adaptor Ţ Quick Start Guide Ţ USB Cable Ţ Battery NOTE Ţ Items described above may be optional. Ţ Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compati...

Basics 23 Phone layout Front Camera Lens Notification LED Proximity/Ambient Light Sensor EarpieceMicrophone Charger/USB Port Headset Jack Power/Lock Key, Fingerprint Sensor Stylus Pen Speaker Rear Camera Lens Microphone Volume Keys Flash

Basics 25 Turning Your Phone On and Off Turning your phone on Press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the back of the phone for a couple of seconds until the screen turns on. Turning your phone off 1 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the back of the phone until the Phone options menu appears. 2 Tap ...

Basics 26 Installing the Nano SIM card and battery Insert the Nano SIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. WARNING Ţ Do not insert a memory card into the Nano SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the Nano SIM card slot, take the device...

Basics 28 Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger that came with your device to charge the battery. A computer can also be used to charge the battery by connecting the phone to it using the USB cable. WARNING Ţ Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries ...

Basics 29 Optimizing battery life Extend your battery's power by turning off features that you do not need to run constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. Extending your phone's battery life: Ţ Turn off radio communications when you a...

Basics 30 Inserting the 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 Ţ Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may dam...

Basics 31 Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 Tap > > General tab > Storage & USB > . 2 Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card. WARNING Ţ Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing...

Basics 32 Touch and hold Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on th...

Basics 34 Google account setup The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one. Creating your Google account 1 Tap > > General tab > Account...

Basics 35 Locking and unlocking the device Pressing the Power/Lock Key turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. To unlock the device, press th...

Basics 36 Setting up the Knock Code feature 1 Tap > > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code . 2 Tap the squares in a pattern to set your Knock Code. Your Knock Code pattern can be 6 to 8 taps. Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code You can unlock the screen by...

Basics 37 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 . Getting t...

Basics 38 6 Home Touch Buttons Back Button Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Home Button Return to the Home screen from any screen. Overview Button Displays recently used applications. If you touch and hold this button, ...

Basics 39 Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding widgets and changing Home screen settings. Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, tap and hold on an empty space, then start the desired function. Ţ To rearrange the Home screen canvases, tap and hold on a canvas...

Basics 40 Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. Opening the notifications panel Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications pane...

Basics 41 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 icons list...

Basics 42 NOTE Ţ The icon's location in the status bar may differ depending on the function or service. Ţ The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. Capturing a screenshot Press and hold the Volume Down Key and the Power/Lock Key at the same time for 2 seconds to cap...

Basics 43 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 desired s...

Basics 44 Transferring data between a PC and the device You can copy or move data between a PC and the device. Transferring data using USB connection 1 Connect your device to a PC using the USB cable that came with your phone. 2 Open the Notifications panel, tap the current connection type, and sele...

Apps 46 Installing or uninstalling apps Play Store allows you to browse and search for free and paid applications. To open the Play Store app Tap > . To open a screen with details about an app At any time while browsing in Play Store, tap an app to open its details screen.The App details screen i...

Apps 47 Calls You can enjoy clear calling across the region. Making a call 1 Tap > . 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 . NOTE Ţ To enter "+" to make international calls, touch an...

Apps 48 Making a second call 1 During your first call, tap > Add call and enter the number. 2 Tap . 3 Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. 4 Tap the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or tap to start a conference call. 5 To end all calls...

Apps 49 Contacts 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 Tap > > . 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Matches are displayed as y...

Apps 50 Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy to use menu. NOTE Ţ You may be charged for each message you send. Please consult with your service provider. Sending a message 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap , then select one or more entries from your Contacts lis...

Apps 51 Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Ţ Tap > . Taking a photo 1 Frame your subject on the screen. 2 Green squares around the subject indicates that the camera has focused. 3 Tap to take a photo. Your picture will be automatically saved to the G...

Apps 52 6 Tap to view the last photo or video you recorded. 7 Tap to start recording. 8 Tap to take a photo. 9 Tap to exit the camera. NOTE Ţ Be sure to clean the protective lens cover with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures wi...

Apps 53 Interval shot You can take Interval shots using the front camera lens. Touch and hold to automatically take 4 selfies in a row. Burst shot You can take Burst shots using the rear camera lens. Touch and hold to take a barrage of photos in a row until the Capture button is released. The viewfi...

Apps 54 Multi-point Auto-focus When you take a picture, the Multi-point Auto-focus (AF) function operates automatically and will allow you to see a clear image. Once you have taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail on the screen to view the last photo you took. Tap to edit the photo. Tap to take anoth...

Apps 55 After recording a video Tap the video thumbnail on the screen to view the last video you recorded. Tap to edit the video. Tap to record another video immediately. Tap to open the available sharing options (such as Messaging or Bluetooth). Tap to delete the video. Tap to access additional opt...

Apps 56 Gallery The Gallery application presents the pictures and videos in your storage, including those you've taken with the Camera application and those you downloaded from the web or other locations. 1 Tap > . 2 Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the a...

Apps 57 Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in on an image: Ţ Double-tap anywhere to zoom in and out. Ţ Spread two fingers apart on any place in the picture zoom in. Pinch in to zoom out. Playing a video 1 Tap > . 2 Select the video you want to watch. Video options 1 Tap t...

Apps 58 NOTE Ţ While playing a video, slide the right side of the screen up or down to adjust the sound. Ţ While playing a video, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the brightness. Ţ While playing a video, slide your finger from left to right (or vice versa) to fast-forward and r...

Apps 59 Composing and sending email 1 Tap . 2 Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be offered from your contacts. Separate multiple addresses with semicolons. 3 Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy or blind copy to other contacts/email addresses. ...

Apps 60 Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. NOTE Ţ Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. Ţ If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. Ţ Music file copyrights may be protect...

Apps 62 Clock The Clock app gives you access to the Alarms, World clock, Timer and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. Ţ Tap > . Alarm The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms. 1 Tap the Alarm tab. ...

Apps 63 Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. 1 Tap the Stopwatch tab. 2 Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch. Ţ Tap Lap to record lap times. 3 Tap Stop to stop stopwatch. Calculator The Calculator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard...

Apps 64 Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap to begin recording. 3 Tap to end the recording. 4 Tap to listen to the recording. NOTE Ţ Tap to access your recordings. You can listen to your s...

Apps 65 LG Backup You can back up and restore data saved on your device. 1 Tap > > General tab > Backup & reset > LG Backup . 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to backup or restore data to and from your device. WARNING Ţ Formatting your device may delete backup files saved in inter...

Apps 66 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. NOTE Ţ Some apps may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Google Search quick...

Settings 69 Access the Settings menu The Settings app allows you to customize and personalize your phone. Opening the settings app Ţ Tap > touch and hold > System settings . OR Ţ Tap > . Viewing settings Tap to switch the view mode. Ţ List view – Scroll up and down through the list. Ţ Tab v...

Settings 70 Networks Settings Airplane mode Allows you to use many of your phone's features, such as games, and music, when you are in an area where making or receiving calls or data use is prohibited. When you set your phone to Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online dat...

Settings 71 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 Ţ LG is not responsible for th...

Settings 72 Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Select a file or item, such as a contact or media file. 2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. 3 Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. NOTE Ţ Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, displ...

Settings 73 NFC Your phone is an NFC-enabled cell mobile phone. NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless connectivity technology that enables two-way communication between electronic devices. It operates over a distance of a few centimeters. You can share your content with an NFC tag or another ...

Settings 74 File sharing You can send and receive files between your device and other LG devices or tablets. NOTE Ţ See Sending or receiving files for details. 1 On the Settings screen, tap the Networks tab > Share & connect > File sharing . 2 Customize the following settings: Ţ LG Stylo 2...

Settings 75 2 Log in to the same LG account on a mobile devices and a PC. 3 Run the LG Bridge application on your PC and select LG AirDrive . NOTE Ţ If you need to set up LG Bridge , please refer to the LG Bridge section in Basics . Printing Allows you to print the content of certain screens (such a...

Settings 76 Mobile HotSpot You can also use your phone to provide a mobile data connection. Create a hotspot and share your connection. 1 On the Settings screen, tap the Networks tab > Tethering > Mobile HotSpot . 2 Tap to turn Mobile HotSpot on. 3 Tap Configure Mobile HotSpot to change the SS...

Settings 77 Sound & noti Ż cation settings Allows you to change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap the Sounds & notification tab. Ţ Sound profile – Allows you to set your phone's sound profile. Ţ Volume – Adjust the phone's volume settings to suit your nee...

Settings 78 Display settings Allows you to set other display settings. On the Settings screen, tap the Display tab. Ţ Font type – Select the desired font type. Ţ Font size – Select the desired font size. Ţ Bold text – Bold the text on the screen. Ţ Brightness – Adjust the screen brightness by using ...

Settings 79 Ţ Grid – Change the app arrangement mode for the Home screen. Ţ Hide apps – Select the apps you want to hide from the Home screen. Lock screen Allows you to set your lock screen settings.On the Settings screen, tap the Display tab > Lock screen . Ţ Select screen lock – Allows you to s...

Settings 80 General settings Language & keyboard Allows you to change the text input settings.On the Settings screen, tap the General tab > Language & keyboard . Ţ Language – Choose a language to use on your phone. Ţ Current keyboard – Allows you to select the other keyboard type. Ţ LG Ke...

Settings 81 Accounts & sync Use this menu to add, remove, and manage your Google and other supported accounts. You also use these settings to control how and whether all applications send, receive, and sync data on their own schedules and whether all applications can synchronize user data automa...

Settings 84 Ţ Set up SIM card lock – Sets the PIN to lock your SIM card and allows you to change the PIN. Ţ Password typing visible – Enable to briefly show each character of passwords as you enter them so that you can see what you enter. Ţ Phone administrators – View or deactivate phone administrat...

Settings 86 Ţ Battery percentage on status bar – Turn this feature on to display the battery level percentage on the Status Bar next to the Battery icon. Ţ Battery saver – Tap the Battery Saver switch to toggle it on or off. Sets the battery charge percent level that automatically turns on Battery S...

Settings 87 Ţ Backup account – Displays the account that is currently being used to back up information. Ţ Automatic restore – When reinstalling an app, restore backed up settings and data. Ţ Network settings reset – Reset all network settings. Ţ Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the facto...

Appendix 89 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 91 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 inser...

Appendix 95 More information Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource. lge.com.In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclai...

For Your Safety 97 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 i...

For Your Safety 99 Ţ Your phone is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your phone during or immediately after opera...

For Your Safety 100 Any belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components may not be used. Avoid the use of accessories that cannot maintain 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) distance between the user’s body and the back of the phone and have not been tested for compliance with FCC RF ...

For Your Safety 101 is available at http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/ cellular.html or through the FCC at (888) 225-5322 or (888) CALL-FCC. What does “SAR” mean? In 1996, the FCC, working with the FDA, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and other agencies, established RF exposure safety guidelines for ...

For Your Safety 102 phone is mounted against the waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in the U.S. are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body. ...

For Your Safety 104 http://www.ansi.org National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 800 Bethesda, MD 20814-3095 Telephone: (301) 657-2652 http://www.ncrponline.org Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Committee on Man and Radiation (COMAR) of the Ins...

For Your Safety 109 any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use and consult your doctor. TIA Safety Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld phones. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless hand...

For Your Safety 110 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...

For Your Safety 112 For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed an...

For Your Safety 113 Ţ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Ţ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your ph...

For Your Safety 114 Ţ 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. Ţ Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other hazard. Ţ At least, one of the Authen...

For Your Safety 116 Ţ Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone, and clean the power plug pin when it’s dirty. Ţ When using the power plug, ensure that it’s firmly connected. If not, it may cause excessive heat or fire. Ţ If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without covering the recepta...

For Your Safety 117 Ţ Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets, with caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. FDA Consumer Update The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile ...

For Your Safety 124 Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive and always obey them. Also, if using your phone while driving, please observe the following: Ţ Give full attention to driving -- driving safely is your first responsibility; Ţ Use ha...