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Page 1: ...www lg com MFLXXXXXXXX 1 0 ENGLISH USER GUIDE LG K425 ...

Page 2: ...nd lead to data corruption or data loss Such actions will violate your LG licence agreement and void your warranty Ţ Some contents and illustrations may differ from your device depending on the region service provider software version or OS version and are subject to change without prior notice Ţ Software audio wallpaper images and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use...

Page 3: ... Magnuson Moss Act warranty is a written promise that the product is free of defects or a written promise to refund repair or replace defective goods See 15 USC 2301 6 Remedies include damages for failing to honor a written warranty or service contract or for violating disclosure provisions See 15 USC 2310 d Except for some labeling and disclosure requirements the federal Act does not preempt stat...

Page 4: ... NOT COVER 1 Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner 2 Defects or damages from abnormal use abnormal conditions improper storage exposure to moisture or dampness unauthorized modifications unauthorized connections unauthorized repair misuse neglect abuse accident alteration improper installation or other acts which are not the fault of LG ...

Page 5: ...LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information 4 STATE LAW RIGHTS No other express warranty is applicable to this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENC...

Page 6: ...N Definitions For the purposes of this section references to LG mean LG Electronics MobileComm U S A Inc its parents subsidiaries and affiliates and each of their officers directors employees agents beneficiaries predecessors in interest successors assigns and suppliers references to dispute or claim shall include any dispute claim or controversy of any kind whatsoever whether based in contract to...

Page 7: ...is section the rules set forth in this section will govern This arbitration provision is governed by the Federal Arbitration Act Judgment may be entered on the arbitrator s award in any court of competent jurisdiction All issues are for the arbitrator to decide except that issues relating to the scope and enforceability of the arbitration provision and to the arbitrability of the dispute are for t...

Page 8: ...district in which you reside unless we both agree to another location or we agree to a telephonic arbitration Opt Out You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure If you opt out neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding To opt out you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser s purchase of ...

Page 9: ...ed 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 ...

Page 10: ...en lock method 29 Smart Lock 29 Home screen 30 Getting to Know the Home Screen 30 Returning to recently used applications 31 Customizing the Home screen 32 Using folders from the Home screen 32 NotiŻcations panel 33 Capturing a screenshot 35 On screen keyboard 35 Transferring data between a PC and the device 37 Apps 38 Installing or uninstalling apps 39 Calls 40 Making a call 40 Calling your conta...

Page 11: ...mer 55 Stopwatch 56 Calculator 56 Calendar 56 Voice Recorder 57 Recording a sound or voice 57 Downloads 57 LG Backup 58 Google apps 59 Settings 61 Access the Settings menu 62 Networks Settings 63 Airplane mode 63 Wi Fi 63 Wi Fi Direct 63 Bluetooth 64 Mobile data 65 Call 65 NFC 66 Android Beam 66 Printing 67 USB tethering 67 Mobile HotSpot 67 Help 68 Wi Fi Calling 68 Mobile networks 68 VPN 68 Sound...

Page 12: ...77 Apps 77 Tap pay 77 Backup reset 77 About phone 78 Appendix 79 Phone software update 80 FAQ 82 Anti Theft Guide 85 More information 86 Open Source Software Notice Information 86 Trademarks 86 For Your Safety 87 ...

Page 13: ...Features you will love Features you will love ...

Page 14: ...e most recent action Tap to redo the most recently deleted action Tap to insert text into your memo Tap to select the pen type and color Tap to use the eraser to erase the pen marks on the memo Tap to crop the memo image Tap to share the memo or change the paper style Tap to hide or display the toolbar NOTE Ţ Please use a fingertip while using the Capture feature Do not use your fingernail 3 Tap t...

Page 15: ...Basics Basics ...

Page 16: ...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 compatible with other devices Ţ The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider ...

Page 17: ...Basics 16 Phone layout Front Camera Lens Proximity Sensor Earpiece Charger USB Port Headset Jack Power Lock Key Speaker Rear Camera Lens Volume Keys Flash ...

Page 18: ...deo Ţ Control volume continuously NOTE Proximity Sensor Ţ 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 This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls WARNING Ţ Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage th...

Page 19: ...n 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 Power off in the Phone options menu 3 Tap POWER OFF to confirm that you want to turn off the phone ...

Page 20: ... 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 1 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 2 Slide the Nano SIM card into the Nano SIM card slot as shown in the figure Make sure the gold contact area on the ca...

Page 21: ...Basics 20 3 Insert the battery 4 To replace the cover onto the device align the back cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place ...

Page 22: ...WARNING Ţ 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 The charger connector is located at the bottom of the phone Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet NOTE Ţ Do not open the back cover while y...

Page 23: ...r Extending your phone s battery life Ţ Turn off radio communications when you are not using If you are not using Wi Fi Bluetooth or GPS turn them off Ţ Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout Ţ Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail Calendar Contacts and other applications Ţ Some applications you download may consume battery power Ţ While using downloaded applications check the ba...

Page 24: ...r device WARNING Ţ 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 NOTE Ţ Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards 1 Remove the back cover 2 Insert a memory card with the gold colored contacts facing downwards 3 Replace the back cover ...

Page 25: ...orrupted or damage to the memory card or device LG is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards including the loss of data Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone NOTE Ţ Do not press too hard the tap screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light yet firm tap Ţ Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want Be careful not to ...

Page 26: ...d 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 the Home screen to reposition them 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 ...

Page 27: ...s 26 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 ...

Page 28: ...ount Wait while the server creates your account Signing into your Google account 1 Tap General tab Accounts sync 2 Tap ADD ACCOUNT Google 3 Enter your email address and tap NEXT 4 Enter your password and tap NEXT 5 After signing in you can use Gmail and take advantage of Google services on your phone 6 Once you have set up your Google account your phone will automatically synchronize with your Goo...

Page 29: ...nlock the screen or access any of the available shortcuts or widgets Turning the screen off 1 Double tap an empty area of the Home screen or the status bar 2 The screen will turn off NOTE Ţ Tap on the center area of the screen If you tap on the bottom or the top area the recognition rate may decrease Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of...

Page 30: ...n lock 2 Select a desired screen lock from None Swipe Knock Code Pattern PIN and Password NOTE Ţ Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock 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...

Page 31: ... Area Home Touch Buttons 2 1 3 4 5 6 1 Status Bar Shows the phone s status information including the time signal strength battery status and notification icons 2 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 3 Application Icons Tap an icon application folder etc t...

Page 32: ...tional canvases 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 unne...

Page 33: ... tap and hold an app then drag it to another location Ţ To keep frequently used apps at the bottom of the Home screen tap and hold an app then drag it to the quick access area at the bottom Ţ To remove an icon from the quick access area drag the icon to the Home screen Using folders from the Home screen Creating folders On the Home screen tap and hold an app then drag it over another app Ţ A new f...

Page 34: ...LEAR 1 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 2 Current notifications are listed each with a brief description Tap a notification to view it 3 Tap to clear all the notifications When a notification arr...

Page 35: ...n ones Icon Description Icon Description No SIM card inserted A song is currently playing No network signal available Ringer is silenced Airplane mode is on Vibrate mode is on Connected to a Wi Fi network Battery fully charged Wired headset connected Battery is charging Call in progress The phone is connected to a PC via a USB cable Missed call Downloading data Bluetooth is on Uploading data Syste...

Page 36: ...he current screen To view the captured image tap the the Screenshots folder 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 Tap to enter text by voice Touch and hold to ...

Page 37: ...ter Once it s highlighted lift your finger NOTE Ţ A symbol at the top right corner of a key indicates that additional characters are available for that key To split or merge the keyboard You can split the keyboard in half by spreading two fingers horizontally on the landscape keyboard This makes it easier to type using your thumbs Make sure the Split keyboard setting is enabled to use this feature...

Page 38: ... Notifications panel tap the current connection type and select File transfer 3 A window will pop up on your PC allowing you to transfer the desired data NOTE Ţ The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able to detect the phone Ţ Check the requirements for using Media device MTP Items Requirement OS Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Vista or higher Window Media Player vers...

Page 39: ...Apps Apps ...

Page 40: ...me while browsing in Play Store tap an app to open its details screen The App details screen includes a description ratings comments and related information about the app From this screen you can download install uninstall rate the app and more To uninstall applications 1 Tap General tab Apps 2 Once all applications appear scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall 3 Tap Uninstall ...

Page 41: ...d hold Calling your contacts 1 Tap 2 Scroll through the contact list You can also enter the contact s name in the Search field or scroll along the alphabet letters on the right edge of the screen 3 In the list that is displayed tap the contact you want to call Answering and rejecting a call Ţ Swipe in any direction to answer an incoming call Ţ Swipe in any direction to decline an incoming call NOT...

Page 42: ...ce call 5 To end all calls tap Viewing your call logs 1 Tap Call logs tab 2 View a list of all dialed received and missed calls NOTE Ţ Tap any call log entry to view the date time and duration of the call Ţ Tap Clear all to delete all of the recorded items Change your call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding as well as other special features offered by your carri...

Page 43: ...r 3 Tap Add to Contacts Create contact 4 If you want to add a picture to the new contact tap the image icon Choose Take photo or Select from Gallery 5 Enter the desired information for the contact 6 Tap SAVE Creating a group 1 Tap Groups tab 2 Tap New group 3 Enter a name for the new group You can also set a distinct ringtone for the newly created group 4 Tap Add members to add contacts to the gro...

Page 44: ... suggested recipient and add more than one contact 3 Tap the text field and start entering your message 4 Tap to open the options menu Choose from any of the available options 5 Tap to attach the file that you want to share with message 6 Tap Send to send your message Conversation view Messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and f...

Page 45: ... camera has focused 3 Tap to take a photo Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery Camera options on the viewfinder 1 Tap to hide display the camera options on the viewfinder 2 Allows you to manage the camera s flash 3 Tap to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens 4 Tap this icon to open the camera settings menu 5 Tap to view the last photo or video you recorded...

Page 46: ...ke 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 take better pictures and record better videos by displaying a grid line for help with alignment Set the storage location for your pictures and videos Choose from IN internal memory and SD memory card This men...

Page 47: ...The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera Taking delete photos with a gesture There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature Ţ Raise your hand with an open palm until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen Then close your hand into a fist to start the timer allowing you time to get ready OR Ţ Raise your hand in a...

Page 48: ...diately Tap to open the available sharing options Tap to delete the photo Tap to access additional options Tap to add the photo to your favorites Recording a video 1 Tap 2 Frame your subject on the screen 3 Tap to start recording the video 4 The length of the recording is displayed on the top of the screen NOTE Ţ Tap to take pictures while recording video 5 Tap to pause recording video You can res...

Page 49: ...e screen to view the last video you recorded Tap to record another video immediately Tap to open the available sharing options such as Messaging or Bluetooth to share Tap to delete the video Tap to access additional options Tap to add the video to your favorites ...

Page 50: ... properly due to their encoding Viewing pictures The Gallery displays your pictures in folders When an application such as E mail saves a picture a folder is automatically created to contain the picture Pictures are displayed by the date they were created Select a picture to view it full screen Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image Editing photos While viewing a photo tap Setting...

Page 51: ... tap the image to zoom out Playing a video 1 Tap 2 Select the video you want to watch Video options 1 Tap to pause resume video playback 2 Touch and hold to fast forward in 3 second increments Tap to fast forward 10 seconds 3 Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments Tap to rewind 10 seconds 4 Tap to adjust the video volume 5 Tap to lock unlock the screen 6 Tap to access additional options ...

Page 52: ...ile viewing a photo tap 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 Ţ Tap Adding an account The first time you open the Email application a setup wizard opens to help you add an email account You can also add your email account us...

Page 53: ...Bcc field to copy or blind copy to other contacts email addresses 4 Tap the text field and enter your message 5 Touch and hold the text field to edit selected words Bold Italic Underline Color 6 Tap to attach the file you want to send with your message 7 Tap to send the message Changing the Email app general settings Ţ Tap Settings Deleting an email account Ţ Tap Settings Remove account Select the...

Page 54: ...cted by international treaties and national copyright laws Therefore it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music In some countries national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material Before downloading or copying the file please check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material Playing a song 1 Tap 2 Tap the Songs ta...

Page 55: ...rack in the album playlist or shuffle list Touch and hold to rewind Tap to adjust the volume Tap to see the music library Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode tracks are played in random order Tap to toggle through repeat all songs repeat current song and repeat off Tap to add the song to your favorites Tap to open the current playlist Tap to search for music files Tap to access additi...

Page 56: ... add a new alarm 3 Adjust the settings as necessary and tap SAVE NOTE Ţ You can also tap an existing alarm to edit it World clock The World clock tab allows you to easily check the current time in other cities around the world 1 Tap the World clock tab 2 Tap and select the desired city Timer The Timer tab can alert you with an audible signal when a set amount of time has passed 1 Tap the Timer tab...

Page 57: ...culator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard or scientific calculator 1 Tap 2 Tap the number buttons to enter numbers 3 For simple calculations tap the function you want to perform x or followed by NOTE Ţ For more complex calculations tap Scientific calculator Calendar The Calendar app allows you to track your schedule of events 1 Tap 2 Tap the date you want to add ...

Page 58: ...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 saved recordings Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications Ţ Tap ...

Page 59: ... Backup folder in the internal storage to a computer or external storage NOTE Ţ Data under a Google account is not backed up When you synchronize your Google account Google apps Google contacts Google calendar Google memo app data and apps downloaded from Play store are stored on the Google Drive automatically Ţ Backup files are saved with the file extension lbf under the LG Backup folder on the S...

Page 60: ...device Chrome Search for information and browse webpages Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Maps Find your location on the map search for locations and view location information for various places YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others Play Music Discover listen to and sh...

Page 61: ...d on the device and uploaded to Google Docs Create new documents or edit any that were created on the web or on another device Sheets Create edit and collaborate with others on spreadsheets Slides Create edit and collaborate with others on presentations Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase Android Pay The simple and safe way to pay with your Android phone ...

Page 62: ...Settings Settings ...

Page 63: ...ning 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 view Swipe left and right or tap the tab you want NOTE Ţ The instructions to perform tasks in this guide are based on the default view setting ...

Page 64: ...ks tab Wi Fi 1 Tap to turn Wi Fi on and start scanning for available Wi Fi networks 2 Tap a network to connect to it Ţ If the network is secured with a lock icon you will need to enter a security key or password 3 The status bar displays icons that indicate Wi Fi status NOTE Ţ If you are out of the Wi Fi zone or have set Wi Fi to Off the device may automatically connect to the Web using mobile dat...

Page 65: ...e that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible with your device Pairing your phone with another Bluetooth device 1 On the Settings screen tap the Networks tab Bluetooth 2 Tap to turn Bluetooth on and start scanning for available Bluetooth devices Ţ If you want to detect the visible devices in range additionally tap SEARCH 3 Choose the device you want to pair with from the l...

Page 66: ... the Networks tab Bluetooth 2 Tap to turn Bluetooth on 3 You will receive a request to accept data from the sending device Be sure to select ACCEPT Mobile data Displays the data usage and mobile data usage limit 1 On the Settings screen tap the Networks tab Mobile data 2 Tap 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...

Page 67: ... 3 The following option is available Ţ Tag reading Alerts you when reading a tag via NFC Android Beam When this feature is turned on you can transfer app content to another NFC capable device by holding the devices close together Just bring the device together typically back to back and then tap your screen The app determines what gets beamed 1 On the Settings screen tap the Networks tab Share con...

Page 68: ... devices display and operations may be different and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices USB tethering Allows you to share the internet connection with your computer via a USB cable 1 Connect your phone to your PC with a USB cable 2 On the Settings screen tap the Networks tab Tethering 3 Tap next to USB tethering to turn the feature on M...

Page 69: ...the Settings screen tap the Networks tab More Wi Fi Calling Mobile networks This menu allows you to configure various mobile network settings such as Mobile data Data roaming etc On the Settings screen tap the Networks tab More Mobile networks VPN From your phone you can add set up and manage virtual private networks VPNs that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local networ...

Page 70: ...turb Allows you to set a schedule when to prevent interruptions from notifications You can set to allow certain features to interrupt when Priority only is set Ţ Lock screen Allows you to choose if you want to show or hide notifications on the lock screen Ţ Apps Allows you to set notifications for individual apps including preventing them from displaying notifications and setting priority Ţ Notifi...

Page 71: ...de for the Home screen Ţ Hide apps Select or deselect apps 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 set a screen lock type to secure your phone Ţ Smart Lock Sets to keep your phone unlocked with trusted device or a place If you need more information please refer to ...

Page 72: ...et 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 the slider To automatically adjust screen brightness according to ambient light intensity swipe the Auto switch Ţ Auto rotate screen Set to switch orientation...

Page 73: ...ine or general settings for text to speech output Ţ Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed Ţ Reverse buttons Reverse the mouse buttons to use the primary button on the right side Location Turn on location service your phone determines your approximate location using Wi Fi and mobile networks When you select this option you re asked whether you consent to allowing Google to use your location when p...

Page 74: ...ne to view and or manage it Ţ ADD ACCOUNT Tap to add new account Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug ins you have installed on your phone On the Settings screen tap the General tab Accessibility Ţ Vision Sets options for people with impaired sight TalkBack Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with impaired vision by providing verb...

Page 75: ... and hold delay Adjust the touch input time Touch and hold for calls Answer or decline calls by tapping and holding the call button instead of dragging it Screen timeout Sets the amount of time before the backlight turns off automatically Touch control areas Allows you to select an area of the screen to limit touch activation to just that area of the screen Ţ Accessibility features shortcut Allow ...

Page 76: ...a 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 Ţ Encrypt SD card storage Encrypt SD card storage and keep data unavailable for other devices 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 t...

Page 77: ... tab Date time Storage USB You can monitor the used and available internal memory in the device On the Settings screen tap the General tab Storage USB Ţ Internal storage Allows you to view information about the internal storage usage Ţ SD card Allows you to view information about storage use on the SD card You can also mount and unmount an SD card or erase its contents Battery power saving Display...

Page 78: ... You can make payments with your device instead of a credit card On the Settings screen tap the General tab Tap pay Backup reset Change the settings for managing your settings and data On the Settings screen tap the General tab Backup reset Ţ 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...

Page 79: ...phone this way you are prompted to re enter the same information as when you first started Android Ţ Collect diagnostics Collect diagnostics data for troubleshooting About phone View legal information check phone status and software versions and perform a software update On the Settings screen tap the General tab About phone ...

Page 80: ...Appendix Appendix ...

Page 81: ...structions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding Please note that removing the USB data cable during the upgrade may seriously damage your mobile phone NOTE Ţ LG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the availability of the newer version of the firmware for all handset models LG Mobile Phone softwa...

Page 82: ...data and settings any downloaded applications and your DRM licence might be lost in the process of updating your phone s software 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 Ţ This feature depends on your network service provider region and country ...

Page 83: ...or you are outside the carrier network Move toward a window or into an open area Check the network operator coverage map Operator applied new services Check whether the SIM card is more than 6 12 months old If so change your SIM or USIM card at your network provider s nearest branch Contact your service provider Codes do not match To change a security code must need to confirm the new code by re e...

Page 84: ...Off key pressed too briefly Press the On Off key for at least two seconds Battery is not charged Charge battery Check the charging indicator on the display Charging error Battery is not charged Charge battery Outside temperature is too hot or cold Make sure phone is charging at a normal temperature Contact problem Check the charger and its connection to the phone No voltage Plug the charger into a...

Page 85: ...r problem If you use a protection tape or case make sure it has not covered the area around the proximity sensor Make sure that the area around the proximity sensor is clean No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status in the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibration or no interruptions mode Hangs up or freezes Intermittent software problem If the screen freezes or the phone does not r...

Page 86: ... screen is unlocked Ţ Add your Google account on your device If your device is wiped but you have your Google account on it the device can t finish the setup process until your Google account information is entered again After your device is protected you ll need to either unlock your screen or enter your Google account password if you need to do a factory reset This ensures that you or someone yo...

Page 87: ...of performing such distribution such as the cost of media shipping and handling upon email request to opensource lge com This offer is valid for three 3 years from the date on which you purchased the product Trademarks Ţ Copyright 2016 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved LG and the LG Logo are registered trademarks of LG Corp Ţ Google Google Maps Gmail YouTube Hangouts and Play Store are tradem...

Page 88: ...For Your Safety For Your Safety ...

Page 89: ...d birth defects or reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Ţ Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode Ţ When riding in a car do not leave your phone or set up the hands free kit near the air bag If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed you may be seriously injured Ţ Your phone contains an internal battery Do not dispose...

Page 90: ...nal rechargeable battery which should be replaced only by LG or an authorized LG repair center You should never attempt to open or disassemble this device yourself and doing so may cause damage that voids your warranty Ţ Make sure that no sharp edged items such as animal s teeth or nails come into contact with the battery This could cause a fire Ţ Be careful that children do not swallow any parts ...

Page 91: ...rvice provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing aid compatibility If you have questions about return or exchange policies consult your service provider or phone retailer This mobile phone has a Hearing Aid Mode that when activated may reduce interference with some hearing aid models FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING Read this information before operating the phone In ...

Page 92: ...ency energy during use The following consumer information addresses commonly asked questions about the health effects of wireless phones Are wireless phones safe Scientific research on the subject of wireless phones and radio frequency RF energy has been conducted worldwide for many years and continues In the United States the Food and Drug Administration FDA and the Federal Communications Commiss...

Page 93: ...manufacturer and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed limits established by the FCC One of these limits is expressed as a Specific Absorption Rate or SAR SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy in the body Tests for SAR are conducted with the phone transmitting at its highest power level in all tested frequency bands Since 1996 the FCC has required that the SAR of handheld ...

Page 94: ...h an antenna on the outside of the vehicle You should also read and follow your wireless phone manufacturer s instructions for the safe operation of your phone Do wireless phones pose any special risks to children The FDA FCC website states that the scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless communication devices including children The FDA FCC website further states that some ...

Page 95: ...ommission 445 12th Street S W Washington D C 20554 Telephone 888 225 5322 http www fcc gov oet rfsafety Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones http www iegmp org uk Royal Society of Canada Expert Panels on Potential Health Risks of Radio Frequency Fields from Wireless Telecommunication Devices 283 Sparks Street Ottawa Ontario K1R 7X9 Canada Telephone 613 991 6990 http www rsc ca index php page ...

Page 96: ... comar Consumer Information on SAR Specific Absorption Rate This model phone meets the government s requirements for exposure to radio waves Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of com...

Page 97: ...or safe exposure The tests are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC for each model The highest SAR values are Head X XX W kg Body Body worn Hotspot X XX W kg Body measurements differ among phone models depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and at variou...

Page 98: ... interference they generate The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones to assist hearing device users to find phones that may be compatible with their hearing devices Not all phones have been rated Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box The ratings are not guarantees Results will vary depending on the user s hearing d...

Page 99: ...hile using their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone Normal usage in this context is defined as a signal quality that s acceptable for normal operation The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark The M and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries Solutions ATIS The U and UT marks are re...

Page 100: ...ephones at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise induced hearing loss This includes the use of headphones including headsets earbuds and Bluetooth or other wireless devices Exposure to very loud sound has also been associated in some studies with tinnitus a ringing in the ear hypersensitivity to sound and distorted hearing Individual susceptibility to noise induced he...

Page 101: ...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 handheld portable phone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver When ON it receives and sends out Radio Frequency RF signals In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commissions FCC adop...

Page 102: ...rate at a higher power level than otherwise needed 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 separation of six 6 inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a ...

Page 103: ...t you in obtaining this information Health Care Facilities Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct 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 electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the m...

Page 104: ... air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine 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 ...

Page 105: ...encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Ţ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Ţ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 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 a...

Page 106: ...he receptacle of the phone power plug pin metallic articles such as a coin paperclip or pen may short circuit the phone Always cover the receptacle when not in use Ţ Recharge the battery after long periods of non use to maximize battery life Battery life will vary due to usage pattern and environmental conditions Ţ Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone Improper han...

Page 107: ...the phone as it may short circuit the phone and or cause electric shock or fire Ţ The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only Ţ Talking on your phone for a long period of time may reduce call quality due to heat generated during use Explosion Shock and Fire Hazards Ţ Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cor...

Page 108: ...a slight burn Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna Ţ Do not immerse your phone in water liquid or expose to high humidity Immediately take it to an LG Authorized Service Center Ţ Do not paint your phone Ţ The data saved in your phone might be deleted due to careless use repair of the phone or upgrade of the software Please backup your important phone number...

Page 109: ...uch findings have not been confirmed by additional research In some cases other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results 2 What is the FDA s role concerning the safety of wireless phones Under the law the FDA does not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold a...

Page 110: ...cations Commission FCC All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones The FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon While these base stations operate at higher power than do the wireless phones themselves t...

Page 111: ...ly engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones so we do not know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health Three large epidemiology st...

Page 112: ...hat high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to Radio Frequency RF energy The FDA has been a leading participant in the World Health Organization International Electro Magnetic Fields EMF Project since its inception in 1996 An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has drive...

Page 113: ...ebsite http www fcc gov oet rfsafety gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone so you can find your phone s RF exposure level in the online listing 8 What has the FDA done to measure the Radio Frequency energy coming from wireless phones The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE is developing a technical standard for measuring the Radio Frequency RF ...

Page 114: ... the scientific data does not demonstrate that wireless phones are harmful But if you are concerned about the RF exposure from these products you can use measures like those described above to reduce your RF exposure from wireless phone use 10 What about children using wireless phones The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones including children and teenagers If you...

Page 115: ... by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a compatible phone and a compatible hearing aid at the same time This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000 The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible inte...

Page 116: ...emember the following tips 1 Get to know your wireless phone and its features such as speed dial and redial Carefully read your instruction manual and learn to take advantage of valuable features most phones offer including automatic redial and memory Also work to memorize the phone keypad so you can use the speed dial function without taking your attention off the road 2 When available use a hand...

Page 117: ...rrors then continue 7 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Stressful or emotional conversations and driving do not mix they are distracting and even dangerous when you are behind the wheel of a car Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and if necessary suspend conversations which have the potential to divert your attention from the road 8 U...

Page 118: ...or traffic accident where no one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen call roadside assistance or other special non emergency wireless number The above tips are meant as general guidelines Before deciding to use your mobile device while operating a vehicle it is recommended that you consult your applicable jurisdiction s local laws or other regulations regarding such use Such laws or...

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