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USER GUIDE LG-X180g www.lg.com MFL00000000 (1.0)
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Welcome! ENGLISH Thank you for choosing LG. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper use. Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this •...
Table of contents Guidelines for safe and effi cient use ..4 Creating your Google account ..... 40 Signing into your Google account ..40 Safety instructions ......11 Connecting to Networks and Important notice ........19 Devices ..........42 Wi-Fi ..........
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E-mail ........... 52 Trademarks ........74 Managing email accounts ....52 Accessories .......... 75 Composing and sending email .... 53 Troubleshooting ........76 Camera and Video ........ 54 Camera options on the viewfi nder ..54 FAQ ............80 Recording a video ....... 55 Gallery ..........
Guidelines for safe and effi cient use Important Information This user's guide contains important information about the use and operation of this phone. Read all information carefully for optimal performance and to avoid any damage or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this user's guide could void your warranty for this equipment.
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Safety Information Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be illegal or dangerous. More detailed information is provided in this user's guide. Never use an unapproved battery that could cause damages to the phone or the • battery itself, or even explode. Never place your phone in a microwave oven, as this will result in an explosion of •...
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Do not make or answer calls while charging the phone, which can cause a short • circuit, electric shock, or fire. Use only batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty does not apply to • products provided by other providers.
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Caution Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas, or modifications, could impair call quality, damage the phone, void your warranty, or result in a violation of FCC regulations. Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna. A damaged antenna in contact with the skin could cause a singe. Contact your local dealer for an antenna replacement.
Class B Compliance under article 15 of the FCC This device and its accessories comply with Article 15 of the FCC rules. The operation is subject to the following conditions (1) This device, and its accessories, will not cause harmful interference and (2) this device and its accessories must accept any interference received, including interference that could cause an undesired operation.
Cautions for Battery Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred. • Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, • immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or other hazard.
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Avoid damage to your ear Damage to your hear can occur due to constant exposure to excessive high • sound. We, therefore, recommend that you do not turn on or off the phone near your ear. We also recommend you be reasonable with the music and volume level. If you listen to music, please ensure that the volume level is adequate, so that you •...
Safety instructions TIA's Safety Information This includes complete security information on wireless phones from TIA (Telecommunications Industry Association). It's required, for CTIA Certification, the inclusion in the user manual of text covering pacemakers, hearing aids and other medical devices. It's encouraged the use of the remaining TIA language when relevant.
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. Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.
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. Pacemaker The Medical Industry Manufacturers Association recommends a minimum distance of fifteen (15) centimeters, or six (6) inches, between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker, in order to avoid potential interference between them.
Health Care Facilities Turn off your phone in health care facilities, whenever there are signs asking you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded devices in motor vehicles.
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn off the phone when in an area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire that could result in personal injury or death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often clearly marked, but not always.
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• The battery doesn't need to be fully discharged before recharging. • Only use LG approved chargers that are specifically made for your phone model, • since they are designed to maximize the battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit it.
Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, immediately turn it off and • remove the battery. If your phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized Service Facility. The power supply contains elements that could be harmful to your health, if •...
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
Important notice 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.
Some applications you download may consume battery power. • While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level. • 3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the •...
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5. When the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it, remove the battery and reinsert it. Then power the phone back on. Important notice...
Getting to know your phone Phone layout Headset Jack Front Camera Lens Volume Keys Power Key Earpiece Proximity Sensor Microphone Charger/USB port NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically • turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear.
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3.5mm Handset Jack Rear Camera Lens Flash Speaker Power/Lock Key Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key. • Short press to lock/unlock the screen • Volume Keys (While screen is off) Long press Volume Keys to launch Camera •...
Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. 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.
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WARNING Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a LG Service Centre to remove the memory card. NOTE Only the microSIM cards work with the device.
USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause battery charging delay. Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.
Inserting a memory card Your device supports up to a 32GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. WARNING Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. > > > Storage > Unmount SD card. Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card. WARNING Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information.
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NOTE Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember • the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock. Caution! If you haven't created a Google account on the phone and you forgot your PIN, Password, and the backup PIN, you need to perform a hard reset.
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 tapping it and not •...
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 Status Bar Application Icons...
Extended Home screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets and more. Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen to access additional • canvases. Customizing the Home screen You can customise your Home screen by adding apps and widgets and changing wallpapers.
Removing an item from the Home screen While on the Home screen, touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag • it to Adding an app to the Quick Button Area From the Apps screen or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon •...
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Pending System notifications notifications 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 Notifications Quick Settings Area Clear Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Current notifications are listed, each with a brief description.
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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.
On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field. Using the keypad and entering text Tap once to capitalise the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps. Tap to go to the keyboard settings.
Special Features Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take a 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 •...
KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off. To turn the screen on Double-tap the centre of the Lock screen to turn the screen on. Unlock the screen or access any of the available shortcuts or widgets. To turn the screen off Double-tap an empty area of the Home screen.
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Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code You can unlock the screen by tapping the Knock Code pattern you already set, when the screen turns off. Special Features...
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 >...
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After signing in, your phone will sync with your Google services, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Google Calendar. You can also use Maps, download applications from Play Store, back up your settings to Google servers, and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks > > > Wi-Fi. to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap a network to connect to it.
Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. NOTE LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or • received via the Bluetooth feature.
Sending data via Bluetooth Select a file or item such as a contact or media file. Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. NOTE Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible •...
(MTP). A window will pop-up on your PC, allowing you to transfer the desired data. NOTE The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be • able to detect the phone. Check the requirements for using Media device (MTP).
Calls Making a call > to open the dialer. Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a digit, tap After entering the desired number, tap to place the call. To end the call, tap TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts >...
Making a second call During your first call, tap > Add call and enter the number. to place the call. Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. Tap the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or tap merge call to start a conference call.
Contacts You can add contacts on your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact > > to open your contacts. and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact >...
Removing a contact from your favourites list > > > FAVOURITES tab. Choose a contact to view its details. Tap the hollow star at the top right of the screen. The star turns a dark colour and the contact is removed from your favourites. Creating a group >...
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy to use menu. Sending a message > > Enter a contact name or contact number into the Type name or number field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can tap a suggested recipient and add more than one contact.
NOTE When you get a text message during a call, there will be an audible • notification. Conversation view 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 immediately.
E-mail You can use the Email application to read email from providers other than Gmail. Managing email accounts To open the Email application The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you add an email account.
Composing and sending email > > > tap the icon to create a new email. 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. Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy or blind copy to other contacts/email addresses.
Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. > > • Settings – Tap this icon to open the camera settings menu. Capture – Tap to take a photo. Shot mode –...
Taking a photo > > Frame your subject on the screen. A square around the subject indicates that the camera has focused. to take a photo. Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery. Panorama mode Allows you to take a panoramic picture. >...
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. > > to view the images stored in the storage. Tap an album to open it and view its contents.
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Tap to pause/resume video playback Tap to rewind 3 seconds. Tap to fast-forward 3 seconds. Tap to open the available sharing options (such as Messaging or Bluetooth). Tap to share Message. Tap to access additional options. Editing photos While viewing a photo, tap Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: While viewing a photo, tap...
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NOTE Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be • supported. If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you • open files. Camera and Video...
Utilities 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. > > • Alarms The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms.
and select the desired city. Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. > > > to start to stop the timer. to clear the stopwatch. Calculator The Calculator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard or scientific calculator.
Sound Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice > > to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE to access your recordings. You can listen to your saved recordings. •...
NOTE This application may not be available depending on the region or service • provider. FM Radio Your phone has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favorite stations and listen on the go. > > •...
Web Browser Internet The internet gives you a fast, full colour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and • downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider. >...
Bookmarks To bookmark the current webpage, tap > Save to bookmarks > OK. To open a bookmarked webpage, tap and select the desired bookmark. History > History tab to open a list of recently visited webpages. Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. >...
Settings The Settings application contains most of the tools for customizing and configuring your phone. All of the settings in the Settings application are described in this section. To open the Settings application > > • Wireless & networks Wi-Fi Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks.
Device Display Wallpaper: Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. • Lock Screen Wallpaper: Allows you to set your Lock screen wallpaper • Brightness level: Adjust the screen brightness by using the slider. • Adaptive brightness: Optimize brightness level for available light. •...
Storage You can monitor the used and available internal memory in the device. Battery Standby intelligent power saving: Tap the Battery Saver switch to toggle it on or • off. Sets the battery charge percent level that automatically turns on Battery Saver. Battery usage: View battery usage.
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NOTE This setting name may be Pattern effect if the Screen lock is set to Pattern. • Encrypt phone: Allows you to encrypt data on the phone for security. You will be • required to enter a PIN or password to decrypt your phone each time you power it on.
Gmail™, Calendar, and other applications may also have their own settings to control how they synchronise data; see the sections on those applications for details. Tap Add account to add new account. Language & input Select the language for the text on your phone and for configuring the on-screen keyboard, including words that you've added to its dictionary.
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Captions: Allows you to customise caption settings for those with hearing • impairments. Magnification gestures: Allows you to zoom in and out by triple-tapping the • screen. Large text: Sets the font size • High contrast text: Checkmark to set the text to a darker contrast •...
Internet without needing to visit a service centre. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
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Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data. This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.
• service providers or carriers. This content is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this guide, please visit the LG website at www. lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region or •...
• TIP!: Usage tips when using the function. • Trademarks LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics. • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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• Battery • NOTE Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only • for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary •...
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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 There is no SIM SIM or or USIM card in Make sure that the SIM or USIM card USIM card...
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialing error New network not authorised. New SIM or USIM Calls not Check for new restrictions. card inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit...
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Plug the charger into a different No voltage outlet. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn number function allowed. the function off.
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the turn on Proximity sensor area around the proximity sensor. when I problem Make sure that the area around the receive a proximity sensor is clean.
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Category Question Answer What functions You can connect a Bluetooth audio Bluetooth are available via device, such as a Stereo/Mono Devices Bluetooth? headset or car kit. Contacts data can be synchronised Contacts How can I back up between your phone and your Google Backup Contacts? account.
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Category Question Answer My phone does not display the time of Open the conversation and touch and Message receipt for messages hold the desired message. Then tap Time older than 24 hrs. Details. How can I view the time? Is it possible to install Any application that is available at Play another navigation Navigation...
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Category Question Answer > > 1. Tap > Security > Screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears. 2. Set up your pattern by drawing it then drawing it a second time for confirmation.
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Category Question Answer If you forgot your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern button. You What should I do if are then required to log in with your I forget the unlock Google account to unlock your phone.
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Category Question Answer My screen turns off > > 1. Tap > Display > after only 15 seconds. Screen time Sleep. How can I change the 2. Tap the preferred screen backlight amount of time for the timeout time. backlight to turn off? When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is set to...
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Category Question Answer Will my alarm be audible or will it go off Alarm No, this is not supported. if the phone is turned off? If my ringer volume Your alarm is programmed to be Alarm is set to vibrate, will I audible even in these scenarios.