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About this user guide 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 device and may not be compatible with other devices.
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[See 15 USC §2311.] 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:...
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LG, including damage caused by shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid. (3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship.
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LG may choose at its option to use functionally equivalent re-conditioned, refurbished or new units or parts or any units. In addition, LG will not re-install or back-up any data, applications or software that you have added to your phone.
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LG Electronics Service- Mobile Handsets, P.O. Box 240007, Huntsville, AL 35824 DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Please call or write for the location of the LG authorized service center nearest you and for the procedures for obtaining warranty claims. PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES:...
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AAA unless you seek more than $25,000 in damages, in which case the payment of these fees will be governed by the AAA rules. Except as otherwise provided for herein, LG will pay all AAA filing, administration and arbitrator fees for any arbitration initiated in accordance with the AAA rules and this arbitration provision.
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LG for all monies previously disbursed by it that are otherwise your obligation to pay under the AAA rules. Except as otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in the arbitration.
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the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty. If you keep this product and do not opt out, then you accept all terms and conditions of the arbitration provision described above.
Using the dual window function .......13 Inserting the memory card ......31 Fingerprint ..........14 Removing the memory card .....32 Registering your ingerprint .........14 Touch screen tips ........32 LG Health ..........15 Tap or touch ..............33 Mini view ..........16 Touch and hold..............33 drag..................33 Second screen ..........17 Swipe or slide ..............34...
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Burst shot ................60 LG Bridge ..........46 Gesture shot ..............61 Features of LG Bridge ..........46 Gesture View ..............62 To download the LG Bridge software .....47 Multi-point Auto-focus ...........62 SmartShare ..........47 8X Zooming..............62 Once you have taken a photo ......62 Using SmartShare ............47 recording a video............63...
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Appendix ........96 SmartShare Beam ............81 Media server ..............82 Phone software update ......97 Miracast ................82 FAQ ............98 LG Airdrive ..............82 Printing ................83 Anti-Theft Guide ........102 USB tethering ...............83 More information ........103 Mobile Hotspot ............83 Open Source Software Notice Information ..
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 function > > > General tab > Dual window. to toggle it On. Checkmark the Auto-open checkbox to automatically open the dual •...
Fingerprint 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 > > > General tab > Fingerprints & security > Fingerprints. You need to set a secure screen lock before registering your fingerprints.
As you use the fingerprint, it will continue to learn and improve recognition of your fingerprint. LG Health The LG Health helps you manage your health and maintain good exercise habits by tracking logs and competing with people. > >...
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 Features you will love...
Second screen The Second screen function can display app icons, web tabs, notifications, contacts, useful information, and more. Set when it's enabled and what it displays. It can be enabled when the screen is on and also when the backlight is off. Second screen features You can set which functions are available on Second screen when the •...
Turning the Second screen feature on and off You can turn the Second screen feature on and off and select what to display. > > > Display tab > Second screen. • displays the Second screen information when Show when main the main screen is on.
Snap movie You can make a 60-second short film using short video clips. > > > to record a three-second scene. Touch and hold to record for the desired time. repeat this action. NOTE • Movies can only last for a duration of up to one minute. After you are done recording the video clips, tap SAVE.
QSlide From any screen, use the Notification panel to easily access and use the Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. Using QSlide Touch and slide the status bar downward, then tap QSlide. NOTE • While using applications that support QSlide, tap >...
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. Touch and slide the status bar downward and tap Create a memo using the following options: Tap to save the memo you've created.
QuickRemote Quickremote turns your phone into a Universal remote for your home TV, set-top box and audio system, and more. Set up QuickRemote Touch and slide the status bar downward and tap > ADD REMOTE. If you can not see , tap >...
Quick Share After taking a photo or recording a video, you can share the files quickly. Tap the icon that appears or slide it to the left to view more apps. Then select the app you wish to use to share the file. •...
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 depending on the region or service provider.
Phone layout Proximity/Ambient Light Sensor Front Camera Lens Earpiece Headset Jack Charger/USB Port Rear Camera Lens Flash Power/Lock key/ Volume keys Finger Print Sensor NFC Touch Point Speaker Basics...
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Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding Power/Lock key • this key. Press once to turn the screen on/off. • Volume keys While the screen is off: Press the Volume Up key twice to launch • Capture+. Press the Volume Down key twice to launch the •...
• 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 to a LG Service center to remove the memory card.
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Slide the Nano SIM card into the Nano SIM card slot as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward. Insert the battery. To replace the cover onto the device, align the back cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place.
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.
Extending your phone's battery life: Turn off radio communications when you are not using. If you are not • using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or GPS, turn them off. reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. • Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other •...
Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. > > > General tab > 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.
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. 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.
Swipe or slide To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first tap it (so you don't drag an item instead). Double-tap double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map. Pinch-to-Zoom Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, Maps, or when viewing pictures.
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 >...
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.
Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks on the screen. You can access the Home screen directly when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen.
Smart Lock You can use Smart Lock to make unlocking your phone easier. You can set it to keep your phone unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected to it, when it's in a familiar location like your home or work, or when it recognizes your face.
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Status Bar – Shows the 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 drawer or on the Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, a Widget can function as an on-screen application.
Returning to recently-used applications Multitasking 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. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to make sure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.
Removing an app from the Quick Button Area Touch and hold the desired Quick Button, drag it to NOTE • The Apps Button cannot be removed. Customizing app icons on the Home screen Touch and hold an application icon until it unlocks from its current position, then release it.
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Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Touch and hold the desired button to directly access the settings menu for the function. To see more toggle buttons, swipe left or right. Tap to remove, add or rearrange quick setting buttons. Current notifications are listed, each with a brief description.
New voicemail available Choose input method New text or multimedia Mobile Hotspot is active message NFC is on LG Airdrive connected Miracast connected NOTE • The icon's 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 on the screen when you tap an available text entry field. Using the keypad and entering text Icon Description Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. double-tap for all caps.
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). •...
You can share or manage content from your phone on PC via Wi-Fi or mobile data using the LG AirDrive function. NOTE • If you want to use the LG Airdrive, please refer to LG AirDrive section in Settings. LG Bridge LG Bridge is an application that helps you conveniently manage images, music, videos, documents, etc.
To download the LG Bridge software Go to www.lg.com. Click on Support > Software & Firmware > LG Bridge. Scroll down and select the Windows PC or Mac OS download link to download LG Bridge. SmartShare SmartShare allows you to share multimedia content using Gallery and Music Apps.
Installing or uninstalling apps Play Store allows you to browse and search for free and paid applications. To open the Play Store app > > 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.
Calls You can enjoy clear calling across the region. Making a call > 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 NOTE •...
Making a second call during your first call, tap > Add call and enter the number. 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 to start a conference call.
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 > Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Matches are displayed as you begin to type.
Favorites contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites. Adding a contact to your favorites > Tap a contact to view its details. Tap the star at the top right of the screen. The star turns yellow. Removing a contact from your favorites list >...
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy to use menu. NOTE • You may be charged for each message you send. Please consult with your service provider. Sending a message > > , then select one or more entries from your Contacts list. Enter a contact name or contact number into the To field.
Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. > > • 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.
Auto Mode on the viewfinder Allows you to manage the camera's flash. Tap to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens. Allows you to select the shot mode for the picture. Tap this icon to open the camera settings menu. Tap to view the last photo or video you recorded.
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Set the ratio of your picture and the quality of video. Allows you to take pictures with voice commands. When on, you just say "Cheese", "Smile", "LG", etc. to take a picture. Set your camera's timer. This is ideal if you want to be a part of the picture or video.
Allows you to learn how a function works. This icon will provide you with a help guide. Manual Camera Mode on the viewfinder Tap to select a file format between the JPEG and the dNG. Tap to improve color quality in various lighting conditions. Tap to use the manual focus mode.
Manual Video Mode on the viewfinder Tap to remove motion blur especially when you are walking or moving a lot. Tap to set the recording settings. Tap to adjust the sound direction. Tap to adjust the decibel. Tap to adjust the wind sound. : You can use this function after connected the earphone.
Snap Video Mode on the viewfinder Tap to change the Multi-View mode. Photos and videos are assembled into the layout you choose. You can switch between the front and back camera in each area of the layouts by swiping across the view. Interval shot You can take Interval shots from the Auto camera mode using the front camera lens.
Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. Taking the photos with a gesture There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature. raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it •...
Gesture View After taking a photo with the front camera lens, you can automatically check the captured photo with this gesture. > > Take a picture with the front camera. After taking the picture, bring the phone close to your face. The captured photo will be displayed.
Tap to access additional options. Tap to add the photo to your favorites. Recording a video > > Frame your subject on the screen. to start recording the video. The length of the recording is displayed on the top of the screen. NOTE •...
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. > > Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.) Tap a picture in an album to view it.
Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in on an image: double-tap anywhere to zoom in. • Spread two fingers apart on any place in the picture zoom in. Pinch in • or double-tap the image to zoom out. Playing a video >...
NOTE • While playing a video, slide the right side of the screen up or down to adjust the sound. • While playing a video, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the brightness. • While playing a video, slide your finger from left to right (or vice versa) to fast- forward and rewind.
Email You can use the Email application to read email from providers other than Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange (for Enterprise users) and other accounts. > > • Adding an account The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you add an email account.
Changing the Email app general settings > Settings > General settings. • Deleting an email account > Settings > > Remove account > Select the account to • delete > REMOVE > YES. Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. NOTE •...
Music player options Tap to pause playback. Tap to resume playback. Tap to skip to the next track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. Touch and hold to fast-forward. Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist or shuffle list.
Tap to access additional options. 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. >...
Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. Tap the Stopwatch tab. Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch. Tap Lap to record lap times. • Tap Stop to stop stopwatch. Calculator The Calculator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard or scientific calculator.
This LG Backup application is supported between LG smartphones and tablets, other software or operating system versions. As a result, when you buy the new LG smartphones and tablets, you can backup the current device data to your new device.
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 • Some apps may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.
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Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images, emoticons, and video calls while you are chatting. Photos Manage photos, albums, and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Google+. Google Settings Configure settings for some features provided by Google. Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase.
Access the Settings menu The Settings app allows you to customize and personalize your phone. Opening the settings app > touch and hold > System settings. • > > • Viewing settings to switch the view mode. List view – Scroll up and down through the list. •...
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. • Always make sure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured.
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Pairing your phone with another Bluetooth device On the Settings screen, tap the Network tab > Bluetooth. to turn Bluetooth on and start scanning for available Bluetooth devices. If you want to detect the visible devices in range additionally, tap •...
Data Manager displays the data usage and mobile data usage limit. On the Settings screen, tap the Network tab > Data Manager. to toggle your mobile data connection On or Off. This allows you to manage your mobile data usage. You can use a Wi-Fi network connection for data instead.
Answer an incoming call – during an incoming call, baring the phone • to your ear to answer the call. Silence incoming calls – Enable to allow you to flip the device to • silence incoming calls. Call duration – Allows you to view the call duration for various types •...
Tap the screen that you want to send after shrinking the screen (Each app determines what is sent or received). SmartShare Beam SmartShare Beam lets you send and receive files between LG phones or tablets quickly. Receiving data via SmartShare Beam On the Settings screen, tap the Network tab >...
Allows you to connect to your PC to manage your phone. download LG Bridge from the LG Electronics website on your PC before use. When you sign in to the same LG Account on your phone and PC, you can use the LG Airdrive function.
Printing Allows you to print the content of certain screens (such as web pages displayed in Chrome) to a printer connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android device. On the Settings screen, tap the Network tab > Share & connect > Printing.
Bluetooth tethering Allows you to connect to other devices via Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap the Network tab > Tethering. to turn Bluetooth tethering on to share your connection via Bluetooth tethering. Mobile networks This menu allows you to configure various mobile network settings, such as Mobile data, Data roaming, etc.
Rintone ID – Allows you to compose ringtones based on phone • number of incoming call. Vibration strength – Allows you to set the vibration strength for calls, • notifications and touch feedback. Sound with vibration – Enable to set the phone to vibrate in addition •...
Home screen Allows you to set your home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap the Display tab > Home screen. Select Home – Select the desired Home theme. • Smart Bulletin – Enable to use an additional Home screen showing •...
Power button instantly locks – Checkmark to instantly lock the • screen when the Power/Lock Key is pressed. This setting overrides the lock timer setting. Home touch buttons Set the Home touch buttons displayed at the bottom of all screens. Set which buttons are displayed, their position on the bar and what they look like.
Current keyboard – Allows you to select the other keyboard type. • Google keyboard – Tap to change the Google Keyboard settings. • LG keyboard – Change the LG Keyboard settings. • Google voice typing – Enable to select Google voice typing to enter •...
Camera – Enable to tag photos or videos with their locations. • Google Location History – Allows you to choose your location • information settings as accessed by Google and its products. Accounts & sync Use this menu to add, remove, and manage your Google and other supported accounts.
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- Screen color inversion – Enable to invert the color of the screen and content. - Screen color adjustment – Allows you to adjust the color of screen and content. - Power key ends call – Enable so that you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock Key.
Mini view Turn on this menu to shrink the screen for use with one hand by swiping left or right across the Home touch buttons. If you need more information, please refer to the Mini view section in Features you will love.
Phone administrators – View or deactivate phone administrators. • Unknown sources – Allow installation of non-Play Store applications. • Verify apps – disallow or warn before installation of apps that may • cause harm. Storage type – displays the current storage type. •...
Date & time Set your preferences for how the date and time is displayed. On the Settings screen, tap the General tab > Date & time. Storage You can monitor the used and available internal memory in the device. On the Settings screen, tap the General tab > Storage. Internal storage Total space –...
Change the settings for managing your settings and data. On the Settings screen, tap the General tab > Backup & reset. LG Backup – Backs up all information on the device and restores it in • the event of data loss or replacement. If you need more information, please refer to the LG Backup section in Apps.
About phone View legal information, check phone status and software versions, and perform a software update. On the Settings screen, tap General tab > About phone. Settings...
This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device.
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.
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures To change a security code, must need to confirm the new code by re-entering Codes do If you forget the code, contact your not match service provider. The two codes you entered do not match.
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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. is on.
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures 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 Hangs up or Intermittent back on. freezes software problem Try to perform a software update through the website.
Anti-Theft Guide You can set up your device to prevent other people from using it if it's been reset to factory settings without your permission. For example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google account or screen lock information can use the device.
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.
DivX HD ® This divX Certified device has passed rigorous testing to ensure it plays divX ® video. To play purchased divX movies, first register your device at vod.divx.com. Find your registration code in the divX VOd section of your device setup menu.
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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 in this user guide could void your warranty for this equipment.