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- Page 1 USER GUIDE LG-X170g www.lg.com MFL00000000 (1.0)
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Page 3: User Guide
Copyright ©2015 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and • the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents For Your Safety............4 Calls ..............40 Making a call ..........40 Safety instructions ...........10 Calling your contacts ........40 Answering and rejecting a call......40 Important notice ..........16 Adjusting the in-call volume ......40 Making a second call ........40 Getting to know your phone ......20 Viewing your call logs ........41 Phone overview ..........20 Call settings ............41... - Page 5 After recording a video ........51 Bookmarks ...........61 From your Gallery ..........51 Chrome ............62 Viewing webpages ........62 Function ............52 Opening a page ..........62 Guest mode .............52 Syncing with other devices ......62 KNOCKON ............52 Settings .............63 Multimedia ............53 WRELESS & NETWORKS ........63 Gallery ............53 Sound .............64 View photos in Gallery ........53...
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Page 6: For Your Safety
For Your Safety 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. Before you begin Safety Guidelines WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not expose your product... - Page 7 • 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.
- Page 8 For Your Safety Information about the RF exposure from FCC WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters.
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Page 9: Battery Precautions
External antenna mounted on the vehicle (optional, if available) It must keep a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the user / bystander and the vehicle mounted external antenna, in order to satisfy FCC's RF exposure requirements. For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC Website at www.fcc.gov Class B Compliance under article 15 of the FCC This device and its accessories comply with Article 15 of the FCC rules. -
Page 10: Cautions For Battery
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. •... -
Page 11: Fcc Regulations
FCC Regulations: This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 12: Safety Instructions
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. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable telephone is a lowpower radio transmitter and receiver. -
Page 13: Phone Operation
Phone Operation NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Suggestions for a more efficient operation For your phone to operate most efficiently: • Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily, when the phone is in use. The contact with the antenna affects call quality, and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise would be need. -
Page 14: Hearing Aids
Safety instructions turned on; • Not carry the phone in a shirt pocket; • Use the ear opposite to the pacemaker, to minimize the potential interference; • If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your phone immediately. Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. -
Page 15: Blasting Areas
Airplanes FCC regulations prohibit the use of phones while in the air. Turn off your phone before boarding an airplane. Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when in a 'blasting area' or in areas with signs that read: 'Turn off two-way radios' . - Page 16 • Dispose of your battery properly, or bring it to your wireless provider for recycling. • 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.
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Page 17: General Notice
• Do not switch the phone on/off while it is in your ear. • Repairs under warranty, at LG’s discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced. -
Page 18: Important Notice
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. - Page 19 To monitor and control how battery power is being used: > > Settings > Battery. • Battery usage time is displayed on the screen. It tells you how long it has been since you last connected your phone to a power source or, if currently connected, how long the phone was last running on battery power. The screen shows the applications or services using battery power, listed in order from the greatest to smallest amount used.
- Page 20 Turn the power off. Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key on the phone. Release the Power/Lock Key only when the LG logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key again. Release all keys when the Factory data reset screen is displayed.
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Page 21: Opening And Switching Applications
6. Opening and switching applications Multi-tasking is easy with Android, you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another one. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily. -
Page 22: Getting To Know Your Phone
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Power/Lock Key Switch your phone on/off by pressing • Proximity Sensor and holding this key. • Short press to lock/unlock the screen. Volume keys Front-Facing Camera lens Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen. - Page 23 Volume keys • In the Home screen: Control ringer volume. During a call: Control your earpiece volume. • • When playing a song: Control volume Power/Lock Key continuously. Earphone Jack Microphone Charger/USB Port SIM card slot Flash Battery cover Camera lens Speaker microSD Card slot Battery...
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Page 24: Installing The Sim Card And Battery
Getting to know your phone Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery. To remove the battery cover, hold the phone fi rmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your Thumb nail as shown in fi... - Page 25 Slide the SIM card into its slots as shown in the fi gure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards. Insert the battery into place by aligning the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2).
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Page 26: Charging Your Phone
USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. When using unapproved chargers or cables, it may cause battery charging delay or pop-up message regarding slow charging. Or, unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty. -
Page 27: Using The Memory Card
NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. • Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging. • Using the memory card Your phone supports the use of microSD or microSDHC memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones and other ultra-small devices, and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos, and photographs for use with your phone. -
Page 28: Locking And Unlocking The Screen
Getting to know your phone NOTE: Use only compatible memory cards with your phone. Using incompatible memory cards • may damage the card and data stored on the card, as well as the phone. As the device uses FAT32, the maximum size for any given file is 4 GB. •... -
Page 29: Your Home Screen
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 lifting your finger until an action occurs. -
Page 30: Extended Home Screen
Your Home screen Status Bar Shows phone's status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons. Widget Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through the Apps screen or on the Home screen or an extended home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget appears as an on-screen application. -
Page 31: Customizing The Home Screen
Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding widgets or changing wallpapers. To add items on your Home screen Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen. In the Add Mode menu, select the item you wish to add. You will then see this added item on the Home screen. -
Page 32: Notifi Cations Panel
Your Home screen Notifications panel Notifications alert you the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons such as Wi-Fi or battery strength shown on the right. -
Page 33: Opening The Notifi Cations Panel
Opening the notifications panel Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Notifications The current notifications are listed, each with a brief description. Tap a notification to view it. To close the notifications panel, touch and drag the tab toward the top of the screen. - Page 34 Your Home screen The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones. Icon Description Icon Description No SIM card inserted Ringer is silenced No network signal available Vibrate mode is on...
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Page 35: On-Screen Keyboard
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 keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text. -
Page 36: Google Account Setup
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. To set up your Google account: Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen. -
Page 37: Connecting To Networks And Devices
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 access point or ‘hotspot’. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. -
Page 38: Bluetooth
You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the • Bluetooth wireless feature. -
Page 39: Sharing Your Phone's Data Connection
Tap the Bluetooth menu again and mark the checkbox at the top of the screen to make your phone visible to other devices. NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap > Visibility timeout. Select Accept to confi... -
Page 40: Wi-Fi Direct
Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable. If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings.Touch >... - Page 41 Open Windows Media Player to synchronize music fi les. Edit or enter your device’s name in the pop-up window (if necessary). Select and drag the music fi les you want to the sync list. Start synchronization. The following requirements must be satisfied to synchronize with Windows Media Player. •...
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Page 42: Calls
Calls Making a call > to open the keypad. Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the to make a call. To end a call, tap the End icon TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts to open your contacts. -
Page 43: Viewing Your Call Logs
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 calls to start a conference call. To end active calls, tap End call icon or tap and slide the notifi... -
Page 44: People
People Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact to open your contacts. Find contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact , enter the new contact's number, then tap . -
Page 45: Creating A Group
Creating a group to open your contacts. and tap Enter a name for the new group. Tap DONE to save the group. NOTE: If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost. They will remain in your contacts. -
Page 46: Messaging
Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. WARNING: LG message should be set up to default SMS app. If not, some message functions will be limited. Sending a message on the Home screen and tap to open a blank message. -
Page 47: Threaded Box
Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences. -
Page 48: Email
Email You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account The first time you open the Email application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account. -
Page 49: Camera
Camera To open Camera: From the lock screen, swipe from right to left. From the Home screen, touch the Camera icon Getting to know the viewfinder Setting icon: Tap this icon to change camera/video settings such as flash, exposure and so on. Capture button Mode icon: Tap this icon switch to the desired mode;... -
Page 50: Using The Advanced Settings
Camera Using the advanced settings To change camera settings such as flash, exposure and so on, touch the circle to the next to the Capture button. : HDR+ automatically snaps a rapid burst of photos and combines them to give you the best possible single shot. -
Page 51: From Your Gallery
TIP! If you have an SNS account set up on your phone, you can share your photo with your SNS community. NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming. From your Gallery Gallery. To view more photos, scroll left or right. •... -
Page 52: Video Camera
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Setting icon: Tap this icon to change camera/video settings such as flash, exposure and so on. Record button Mode icon: Tap this icon switch to the desired mode; Camera, Video and Panorama mode. TIP! When recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the Zoom function. -
Page 53: Recording A Quick Video
Recording a quick video Open the Camera application and choose the Video mode button. The video camera viewfi nder appears on the screen. Holding the phone, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. once to start recording. A red light will appear at the top left corner of the viewfi... -
Page 54: Function
Function 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. In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options. NOTE: To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance. -
Page 55: Multimedia
Multimedia Gallery Open the Gallery application to view albums of your pictures and videos. > > Gallery. You can manage and share all your image and video fi les with Gallery. NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the •... -
Page 56: Setting As Wallpaper
Multimedia When viewing a photo, tap > Delete. • Setting as wallpaper When viewing a photo, tap > Set picture as to set the image as wallpaper or assign to a contact. NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. •... -
Page 57: Music
Touch to go 15 seconds backward. Touch to start from beginning of the video. Touch to change the ratio of the video screen. To change the volume while watching a video, press the up and down volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone. -
Page 58: Add Music Fi Les To Your Phone
Multimedia Tap to pause/ resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track in the album, playlist, or shuffle. Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist, or shuffle. Tap to toggle through the repeat modes to repeat all songs, repeat current song, or repeat off. -
Page 59: Fm Radio
NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. • Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright •... -
Page 60: Utilities
Utilities Setting your alarm > > Clock > > Tap Done. After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will go off. Set the Repeat, Alarm sound, and Vibration options. NOTE: To change alarm settings in the alarm list screen, tap the and select Settings. -
Page 61: Sound Recorder
Sound Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. Recording a sound or voice > > Sound Recorder. to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE: Tap to access your album. You can listen to the saved recording. The available recording time may differ from actual recording time. -
Page 62: Downloads
Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications. > > Downloads. • NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. -
Page 63: The Web
The Web Browser Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser 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 to these services and downloading content. -
Page 64: Chrome
The Web Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. > > Chrome. NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the Address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page To go to a new page, tab >... -
Page 65: Settings
Settings This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone's System settings menus. To access the Settings menu: > > SETTINGS. - or - > > Settings. WRELESS & NETWORKS < Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. TIP! How to obtain the MAC address To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your phone in the router. -
Page 66: Sound
Settings NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage. Default SMS app – Allows you to set the default SMS app. VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPNs. - Page 67 when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging. Choose from Clock, Colors, Google Photos. Font size – Sets the size of the font displayed in the phone and menus. < Storage > Phone storage – View the internal storage usage. SD card –...
- Page 68 Settings Trusted credentials – Display trusted CA certificates. Install from phone storage – Choose to install encrypted certificates. Clear credentials – Remove all certificates. < 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.
- Page 69 Captions – Allows the customizing of caption settings for those with hearing impairments. Magnification gestures – When this feature is turend on, you can zoom in and out by triple-tapping the screen. Large text – Checkmark to increase the size of the text. Power button ends call –...
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Page 70: Connect To A Computer Via Usb
Connect to a Computer via USB You can use a USB cable to connect your phone to a PC or Laptop and transfer music, pictures, and other files in both directions. Transfer user contents via a computer using a USB cable. Related settings Settings >... -
Page 71: Phone Software Update
This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone's software to a newer version via OTA, without connecting using a USB data cable. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. -
Page 72: About This User Guide
Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This • content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. -
Page 73: Accessories
These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor Stereo headset Quick Start Guide Data cable Battery NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. • Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions. -
Page 74: Troubleshooting
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 card SIM card Make sure that the SIM card is correctly in the phone or it is... - Page 75 Check the charger and its connection to Charging Contact problem the phone. error No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories.
- Page 76 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed function off. is on. Impossible to receive / Memory full Delete some messages from your phone. send SMS & photos Files do not Unsupported file...
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Page 77: Faq
Category Question Answer Sub-Category You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit. What are the functions Bluetooth Also, when the FTP server is connected to available via Bluetooth a compatible device, you can share content Devices stored on the storage media. - Page 78 Category Question Answer Sub-Category Is there a file size Phone limitation for when I Function There is no file size limitation. want to use MP3 file Ringtone as ring tone? My phone does not Phone display the time of receipt You will only be able to see the times for Function for messages older than...
- Page 79 Category Question Answer Sub-Category 1. From the Home screen, tap the 2. Tap SETTINGS > Security > Screen lock. 3. Tap Screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern will appear. 4.
- Page 80 Category Question Answer Sub-Category If you have forgotten 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 are then required to log in with Phone What should I do if I forget your Google account to unlock your phone.
- Page 81 Category Question Answer Sub-Category When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on Phone your phone is set to On). However, there will When Wi-Fi and mobile Function be no notification when your phone switches network are both Wi-Fi &...