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Useful Apps

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Phone

Voice call

Make a phone call by using one of the available methods, such as manually 

entering a phone number and making a call from the contact list or the 

list of recent calls.

Making a call from the keypad

Tap         

Dial

.

Make a call by using a method of your choice:

• 

Enter a phone number and tap  .

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Touch and hold a speed dial number.

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Search for a contact by tapping the initial letter of a contact name 

in the contact list, and then tap  .

• 

To enter “+” when making an international call, touch and hold number 0.

• 

See 

Adding contacts

 for details on how to add phone numbers to the 

speed dial list.

• 

Tap   to make a voice call or tap 

 to make a video call. Video calling 

may not be available for all operators. Additional charges may apply for 

video calls, check with your operator.

Making a call from the contact list

Tap         

Contacts

.

From the contact list, select a contact and tap  .

Summary of Contents for LM-Q617YB

Page 1: ...MFL71319801 1 0 Copyright 2018 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved www lg com ENGLISH USER GUIDE LM Q617YB ...

Page 2: ...ider Modifying the device s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data corruption or data loss Such actions will violate your LG licence agreement and void your warranty Some content and illustrations may differ from your device depending on the area service provider software version or OS version and are subject to change without prior n...

Page 3: ...user guide Instructional notices WARNING Situations that could cause injury to the user and third parties CAUTION Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the device NOTE Notices or additional information ...

Page 4: ... the power on or off 34 Installing the SIM card 37 Inserting the memory card 38 Removing the memory card 38 Battery 40 Touch screen 43 Home screen 52 Screen lock 55 Memory card encryption 56 Taking screenshots 56 Entering text 62 Content sharing 64 Do not disturb 03 Useful Apps 66 Installing and uninstalling apps 67 App trash 68 App Shortcuts 69 Phone 73 Messaging 74 Camera 87 Gallery 91 Contacts ...

Page 5: ...ice 102 Cell Broadcast 102 Chrome 103 Google apps 04 Settings 106 Settings 106 Network 118 Sound 119 Display 120 General 05 Appendix 132 LG Language Settings 132 LG Bridge 133 Phone software update 135 Anti Theft Guide 136 Open Source Software Notice Information 136 Regulatory information RegulationID number E labeling etc 137 Trademarks 138 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 139 More information 141 FAQ ...

Page 6: ...applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the device trans...

Page 7: ...essories Some contents and illustrations may differ from your device without prior notice Do not disassemble this unit Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required 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 Keep away f...

Page 8: ...uid or moisture Use accessories like earphones cautiously Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily Do not use touch or attempt to remove or fix broken chipped or cracked glass Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty Your device is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation Extremely prolonged direct skin contact in the absence of ade...

Page 9: ...between 0 ºC and 35 ºC if possible Exposing your device to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage malfunction or even explosion Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of devices in the area when you drive Do not use a hand held device while driving Give full attention to driving Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so re...

Page 10: ...re listening to Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss Glass Parts Some parts of your device are made of glass This glass could break if your device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact If the glass breaks do not touch or attempt to remove it Stop using your device until the glass is replaced by an authorised service provider Blasting...

Page 11: ...l service provider for more information Use your mobile phone to call emergency services for yourself or others in the case of fire traffic accident or medical emergencies Australia Dial 0 0 0 New Zealand Dial 1 1 1 International Dial 1 1 2 other local emergency number Remember it is a free call when dialling emergency services from your mobile phone in Australia Notice for Battery replacement For...

Page 12: ... has not been used for a long time to maximise usability Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity such as in the bathroom Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places as this may deteriorate battery performance Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions Always unplug the charger from...

Page 13: ...evice to prevent any misuse of sensitive information Read the permission screen carefully while downloading applications Be cautious using the applications that have access to multiple functions or to your personal information Check your personal accounts regularly If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information ask your service provider to delete or change your account information If ...

Page 14: ...Custom designed Features 01 ...

Page 15: ...s Flash Jump Cut Create a GIF by taking photos 3 seconds aparts 1 Tap then tap MODE 2 Tap to take a photo Set how many photos you want to take to create a GIF Photos amount to take automatically 3 Photos are taken every 3 seconds and saved as a GIF file ...

Page 16: ...tomise related content in the Gallery 1 While viewing a picture preview tap 2 When the icon related with the date or location where you took the photo appears touch the screen You can view the photos related with the date or location where you chose Tap to access additional options ...

Page 17: ...es and adjust the GIF speed screen ratio and file order 3 Tap SAVE A maximum of 100 images can be used to create a GIF file Making a collage You can make a collage from the associated content 1 While viewing an album tap Make collage 2 Select the desired images to add to the a collage and then tap NEXT Select the desired layout from the bottom of the screen 3 Tap MAKE A maximum of 9 images can be ...

Page 18: ... background music adjust caption effects and order or add date and your signature and then tap SAVE Select the video theme To download the theme tap Add background music or adjust the playback time To select a file for the background music tap To download a file for the background music tap To adjust the volume of background music and original video tap Select a font face To download a font tap ...

Page 19: ... font faces If you use mobile data without Wi Fi connection you may be charged for data usage Creating a movie You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together 1 Tap then tap Create movie 2 Select images or videos for your movie and tap NEXT 3 Edit the selected images and videos and then tap SAVE ...

Page 20: ...eos touch and hold the file you want to move then dragging it to the desired location Adding file effects Tap to add a theme or background music change the font Resetting the movie edits You can reset the edits made to the movie e g play time by tapping Previewing a file Check your new video before saving it by tapping After the playback time elapses the next file is played automatically A maximum...

Page 21: ...re solely for creative purposes The use of this feature involving infringement of any other person s rights such as copyright or defamatory or offensive statements may be subject to civil criminal or administrative liabilities and or penalties under applicable laws You shall not copy reproduce distribute or otherwise make illegal use of any copyrighted materials without permission of the rightful ...

Page 22: ...rprint If the device cannot detect your fingerprint or you forgot the value specified for registration visit the nearest LG Customer Service Centre with your device and ID card Precautions for fingerprint recognition Fingerprint recognition accuracy may decrease due to a number of reasons To maximise the recognition accuracy check the following before using the device Ensure that the fingerprint s...

Page 23: ... object such as coin or key before scanning fingerprints to remove static electricity Registering fingerprints You can register and save your fingerprint on the device to use fingerprint identification 1 Tap Settings General Lock screen security Fingerprints A lock screen must be set in order to be able to use this feature If the screen lock is not active configure the lock screen by following the...

Page 24: ...gerprints You can edit or delete registered fingerprints 1 Tap Settings General Lock screen security Fingerprints 2 Unlock according to the specified lock method 3 From the fingerprint list tap a fingerprint to rename it To delete it tap Unlocking the screen with a fingerprint You can unlock the screen or view the locked content by using your fingerprint Activate the desired function 1 Tap Setting...

Page 25: ...h buttons Recently used apps appear 2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi window feature The selected app appears at the top half of the screen Alternatively 1 Touch and hold while using an app Recently used apps appear on the split screen 2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi window feature The selected app appears at the top half of the screen ...

Page 26: ... of the screen to start the app with the Multi window feature You can also tap at the top of each app Notes on Water Resistant Properties This product is water and dust resistant in compliance with the Ingress Protection rating IP68 Your product has undergone testing in a controlled environment and is proven to be water and dust resistant in certain circumstances meets the requirements of classifi...

Page 27: ...th excessive dust or moisture Do not use the product in the following environments Do not immerse the product in any liquid chemicals soap etc other than water Do not immerse the product in salt water including seawater Do not immerse the product in a hot spring Do not swim with this product Do not place the product directly on sand such as at a beach or mud Do not immerse your product in water de...

Page 28: ...ct gets wet use a clean soft cloth to dry it thoroughly The touch screen and other features may not work properly if the device is used while wet Your product is water resistant only when the SIM Memory card tray is properly inserted into the product Do not open or close the SIM Memory card tray while the product is wet or immersed in water Exposing the open tray to water or moisture may damage th...

Page 29: ...Basic Functions 02 ...

Page 30: ... Some of the device parts are made of tempered glass If you drop your device on a hard surface or subject it to severe impact the tempered glass may be damaged If this happens stop using your device immediately and contact an LG Customer Service Centre If any of these basic items are missing contact the dealer from which you purchased your device To purchase additional items contact an LG Customer...

Page 31: ...mera lens Nano SIM Memory card tray Nano SIM card tray Stereo headset jack Proximity Ambient light sensor Touch screen Earpiece Charger USB cable port LED lamp Microphone Microphone Power Lock key Rear camera lens Fingerprint sensor Speaker Flash NFC area ...

Page 32: ... The ambient light sensor analyses the ambient light intensity when the auto brightness control mode is turned on Volume keys Adjust the volume for ringtones calls or notifications While using the Camera gently press a Volume key to take a photo To take continuous photos press and hold the Volume key Press the Volume Down key twice to launch the Camera app when the screen is locked or turned off P...

Page 33: ...autious when handling the device to avoid damaging or covering the NFC antenna Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it Failure to do so may damage the touch screen Screen protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity sensor If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place the touch screen or buttons may not function properly ...

Page 34: ...g the device When the device is not working properly or does not respond restart it by following the instructions below 1 Press and hold the Power Lock key and the Volume Down key at the same time until the power is turned off 2 When the device is restarted release the key Power control options Press and hold the Power Lock key then select an option Power off Turn the device off Restart Restart th...

Page 35: ... service provider to start using your device Be careful with the ejection pin since it has a sharp edge In order for the water resistant and dust resistant features to work effectively the card tray must be inserted correctly 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray 2 Pull out the card tray ...

Page 36: ...Put the SIM card on the card tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards Put the primary SIM card on the SIM card tray 1 and the secondary SIM card on the SIM card tray 2 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot ...

Page 37: ...to damage the SIM card when you insert or remove it When you insert the SIM card or memory card place it on the card tray correctly When you insert the card tray back into the device insert it horizontally in the direction of arrow as shown in the figure Make sure that the card placed on the card tray does not move out of its position Insert the SIM card with the gold colored contacts facing downw...

Page 38: ...e hole on the card tray 2 Pull out the card tray 3 Put the memory card on the card tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards Memory card SIM card 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device If you use an incompatible card it may damage the device or the memory card or corrupt the data stored in it Memory card is an optional it...

Page 39: ...e memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information This may cause data to be lost or corrupted or may damage the memory card or the device LG is not responsible for losses that result from the abuse or improper use of memory cards including the loss of data Battery Charging the battery Before using the device fully charge the battery Charge the device with a USB Type C cable U...

Page 40: ...ecessary power consumption A charging adapter that supports fast charging is included with the product The fast charging feature may not work if a fast charging adapter other than the genuine adapter provided with the product is used Another way to charge the battery is by connecting a USB cable between the device and a desktop or laptop computer This may take a longer time than plugging the adapt...

Page 41: ...w these tips Turn off the Bluetooth or Wi Fi network function when not using them Set the screen timeout to as short a time as possible Minimise the screen brightness Set a screen lock when the device is not used Check the battery level while using any downloaded apps Touch screen You can familiarise yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures Tapping Lightly tap with y...

Page 42: ... to display a menu with available options Double tapping Tap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a web page or map Dragging Touch and hold an item such as an app or widget then move your finger to another location in a controlled motion You can use this gesture to move an item ...

Page 43: ...ng You can use this gesture to scroll through a list a web page photos screens and more Pinching and spreading Pinch two fingers to zoom out such as on a photo or map To zoom in spread your fingers apart Do not expose the touch screen to excessive physical shock You might damage the touch sensor ...

Page 44: ...sing the tip of your fingernail Touch control may not work properly if the screen is moist or wet The touch screen may not function properly if a screen protective film or accessory purchased from a third party store is attached to the device Displaying a static image for extended periods of time may result in after images or screen burn in Turn off the screen or avoid displaying the same image fo...

Page 45: ...tus icons the time and the battery level Weather widget View the information of weather and time for a specific area Google search widget Perform a Google search by inputting spoken or written keywords Folder Create folders to group apps by your preferences Page icon Display the total number of Home screen canvases Tap the desired page icon to go to the page you selected The icon reflecting the cu...

Page 46: ...use two apps at the same time with the Multi window feature touch and hold the button while using an app Choose which SIM card you are going to use Tap and hold to configure the Dual SIM card settings Editing the Home touch buttons You can rearrange the Home touch buttons or add frequently used functions to the Home touch buttons area Tap Settings Display Home touch buttons Button combination and ...

Page 47: ... set Vibrate mode is on Bluetooth is on Connected to a computer via USB Battery level Airplane mode is on Missed calls Wi Fi is connected Mute mode is on GPS is on Hotspot is on No SIM card The NFC read write P2P mode is on Some of these icons may appear differently or may not appear at all depending on the device s status Refer to the icons according to the actual environment and area in which yo...

Page 48: ...cess icons list drag the notifications panel downwards or tap To rearrange add or remove icons tap EDIT If you touch and hold the icon the settings screen for the corresponding function appears EDIT You can use the notifications panel even on the lock screen Drag the notifications panel while the screen is locked to quickly access the desired features ...

Page 49: ...Home screen On the Home screen touch and hold on an empty space then select the desired action from below To rearrange the Home screen canvases touch and hold on a canvas then drag it to another location To add a widget to the Home screen touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen then select Widgets To change a theme touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen then select Wallpaper t...

Page 50: ...ttings See Home screen settings for details To view or reinstall the uninstalled apps touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen then select App trash See App trash for details To change the default screen touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen move to desired screen tap then tap the screen once more Default screen ...

Page 51: ...al screen which displays apps and widgets pinch your fingers on the Home screen or tap Moving apps on the Home screen On the Home screen touch and hold an app then drag it to another location To keep frequently used apps at the bottom of the Home screen touch and hold an app then drag it to the quick access area at the bottom To remove an icon from the quick access area drag the icon to the Home s...

Page 52: ...d drag it to outside the folder If the removed app is the only one app that existed in the folder the folder is removed automatically You can also add or remove apps after tapping in the folder You cannot change the folder colour while using downloaded theme Home screen settings You can customise the Home screen settings 1 Tap Settings Display Home screen 2 Customise the following settings Select ...

Page 53: ...n Screen lock Screen lock overview Your device s screen turns off and locks itself if you press the Power Lock key This also happens after the device is left idle for a specified period of time To ensure security and prevent unwanted access to your device set a screen lock A screen lock prevents unnecessary touch input on the device screen and reduces battery consumption We recommend that you acti...

Page 54: ...creen Password Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the screen Fingerprints Unlock the screen by using your fingerprint If you incorrectly attempt to unlock the device 5 times the screen is blocked for 30 seconds Secure start up settings When you select Pattern PIN or Password as a screen lock method you can configure your device to be locked whenever turning on the device in order to secure y...

Page 55: ...s If you stop the encryption arbitrarily the data may be damaged Be sure to wait until the reset is completed KnockON You can turn the screen on or off by double tapping the screen This option is available only on the Home screen provided by LG It may not function properly on a custom launcher or on the Home screen installed by the user When tapping the screen use your fingertip Do not use a finge...

Page 56: ...edia files such as music photos and videos To encrypt the memory card make sure that a screen lock is set using a PIN or password Once memory card encryption starts some functions are not available If the device is turned off while encryption is underway the encryption process will fail and some data may be damaged Therefore be sure to check if the battery level is sufficient before starting encry...

Page 57: ...nshot drag the status bar downwards then tap When the screen is turned off or locked you can access Capture by pressing the Volume Up key twice To use this feature tap Settings General and turn on Shortcut keys See Writing notes on a screenshot for details Entering text Using the Smart keyboard You can use the Smart keyboard to enter and edit text With the Smart keyboard you can view text as you t...

Page 58: ...e supported for some languages Suggesting words Smart keyboard automatically analyses your usage patterns to suggest frequently used words as you type The longer you use your device the more precise the suggestions are Enter text then tap a suggested word or gently drag the left or right side of the keyboard upwards The selected word is automatically entered You do not need to manually type every ...

Page 59: ...nput On screen keyboard LG Keyboard Keyboard height and layout QWERTY keyboard layout You can also tap on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and layout QWERTY keyboard layout 2 Tap a key on the bottom row then drag it to another position This option is available on the QWERTY QWERTZ and AZERTY keyboards This function may not be supported for some languages ...

Page 60: ... also tap on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and layout Keyboard height 2 Adjust the keyboard height Selecting a landscape keyboard mode You can select a landscape keyboard mode from several choices 1 Tap Settings General Language input On screen keyboard LG Keyboard Keyboard height and layout Keyboard type in landscape You can also tap on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and layout Keybo...

Page 61: ...s To attach the keyboard close it with pressing with two fingers One handed operation mode You can move the keyboard to one side of the screen so that you can use the keyboard with one hand 1 Tap Settings General Language input On screen keyboard LG Keyboard Keyboard height and layout One handed operation You can also tap on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and layout One handed operation 2 Pr...

Page 62: ...o specify the area to copy or cut 3 Select either CUT or COPY Cut or copied text is automatically added to the clipboard 4 Touch and hold the text input window then select PASTE If there is no item that has been copied or cut the PASTE option will not appear Entering text by using voice On the keyboard touch and hold and then select To maximise the voice command recognition speak clearly To enter ...

Page 63: ...o delete them even when the maximum quantity is exceeded A maximum of ten items can be locked To delete locked items unlock them first Tap to delete the items saved to the clip tray The clip tray may not be supported by some downloaded apps Content sharing Playing content from another device You can play photos videos or songs saved on your device from a TV 1 Connect the TV and your device to the ...

Page 64: ...nearby devices You can view a list of DLNA devices on the same network by selecting the Nearby devices menu in each app Use content from nearby devices as if you were using it on your device Sending or receiving files You can share files between your device and another LG device or a tablet or computer Sending files From the Gallery File Manager or Music app tap Share or then select a device on th...

Page 65: ...Gallery File Manager and Music apps You can download LG Bridge from the LG Electronics website www lg com When you transfer files from the device to the computer while LG Bridge is not running they are stored for 7 days in the temporary storage Temporarily stored files are automatically saved on the computer when you launch LG Bridge within 7 days Do not disturb You can limit or mute notifications...

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Page 67: ... pricing plan SmartWorld may not be supported depending on the area or service provider Uninstalling apps Uninstall apps that you no longer use from your device Uninstalling with the touch and hold gesture On the Home screen touch and hold the app to uninstall then drag it over Delete at the top of the screen Uninstalled apps are available to be reinstalled from the App trash for 24 hours after th...

Page 68: ...e past 24 hours 1 Tap Management App trash You can also touch and hold an empty area of the Home screen then tap App trash 2 Activate the desired function Restore Reinstall the selected app Remove the uninstalled apps permanently from the device Uninstalled apps are automatically removed from the device 24 hours after they were uninstalled If you want to reinstall the uninstalled apps not containe...

Page 69: ...hortcuts On the Home screen touch and hold an app icon such as Call Message Camera Gallery and Settings to display a quick access menu Use apps more easily through App Shortcuts This feature is available only on some apps ...

Page 70: ...dial number Search for a contact by tapping the initial letter of a contact name in the contact list and then tap To enter when making an international call touch and hold number 0 See Adding contacts for details on how to add phone numbers to the speed dial list Tap to make a voice call or tap to make a video call Video calling may not be available for all operators Additional charges may apply f...

Page 71: ... the incoming call screen To send a rejection message drag the rejection message option across the screen To add or edit a rejection message tap Settings Network Call Common Call blocking Decline with message Decline with message When a call is coming in press the Volume Up Volume Down or Power Lock key to mute ringtone or vibration or to hold the call Checking an incoming call while using an app ...

Page 72: ...If there is a missed call the status bar at the top of the screen displays To view missed call details drag the status bar downwards You can also tap Call logs Functions accessible during a call During a call you can access a variety of functions by tapping the on screen buttons Hold Place the current call on hold Contacts View the contact list during a call End End a call Dialpad Display or hide ...

Page 73: ... Add call 2 Enter a phone number and tap The two calls are displayed on the screen at the same time and the first call is put on hold 3 To start a conference call tap Merge calls You may be charged a fee for each call Consult with your service provider for more information Viewing call records To view recent call records tap Call logs Then you can use the following functions To view detailed call ...

Page 74: ... send messages to your contacts using the Messaging app Sending messages abroad may incur additional charges Consult with your service provider for more information 1 Tap 2 Tap 3 Specify a recipient and create a message To use multimedia options tap To access optional menu items tap 4 Tap to send the message Reading a message You can view exchanged messages organised by contact 1 Tap 2 Select a co...

Page 75: ... or record a video to cherish all of your memorable moments Tap Before taking a photo or recording a video wipe the camera lens with a soft cloth Be careful not to stain the camera lens with your fingers or other foreign substance Images included in this user guide may be different from the actual device Photos and videos can be viewed or edited from the Gallery See Gallery overview for details ...

Page 76: ...elect the desired mode Auto mode You can take photos or record videos by selecting a variety of camera modes and options 1 Tap then tap MODE Auto A 2 To take a photo tap To record a video tap Turn the flash on or off Switch between front and rear cameras Apply a film filter effect Change the camera options Select a camera mode Start the Gallery Record videos Take photos ...

Page 77: ...Tap To take a photo while recording a video tap To pause the video recording tap To resume the video recording tap 3 Tap to end the video recording Customising the camera options You can customise a variety of camera options to suit your preferences Tap on the screen Available options vary depending on the selected camera front or rear camera and the selected camera mode Take a photo or record a v...

Page 78: ...o that you can take photos or record videos based on the horizontal and vertical reference lines Storage Select if you want to store the pictures and videos in the Internal storage or SD card Available when the memory card is inserted Help Provide Help for each camera menu Additional options on the front camera Selfie shot Take a selfie by selecting its option between Gesture shot and Auto shot Sa...

Page 79: ... select the best colour If the slide bar is not displayed tap to adjust the white balance Match shot Link two photos or videos together and then save it as a single content unit 1 Tap then tap MODE 2 To take a photo tap Record two split screens at the same time Record two split screens individually Import previous photos videos or images to create a match shot Rotate the imported photos or images ...

Page 80: ... an image as a guide to take photos with the same composition Any photo in the Gallery can be used as a guide 1 Tap then tap MODE 2 Place the desired subject on a translucent guide image then tap Use the slide bar to control the background transparency ...

Page 81: ...photo To record a video tap Grid shot You can take photos or record videos for 4 different scenes in a row and save them as a single content Take photos or 3 second long videos in sequence and then save them as a single file 1 Tap then tap MODE 2 Tap to take a photo 3 Tap to save Tap a previously taken photo video to retake it ...

Page 82: ...y move the camera in one direction Move the device by following the direction of the arrow in the guideline 3 Tap to stop capturing the panoramic Burst shot You can take continuous shots of photos to create moving pictures In the Auto mode touch and hold Continuous shots are taken at a fast speed while is held down You can take up to 30 photos This feature is available only in specific modes ...

Page 83: ... rear cameras Use the front camera to take selfies See Selfie shot for details Zoom in or out You can use zoom in or out on the camera screen while taking a photo or recording a video On the camera screen pinch or spread two fingers to zoom in or out then use the displayed slide bar You can also drag the button up or down This feature is available only in specific modes The zoom feature is not ava...

Page 84: ...a and then clench your fist You can also clench your fist and then open it towards the front camera In three seconds a photo is taken To use this feature switch to the front camera mode then tap Selfie shot Gesture shot Make sure that your palm and fist are within the reference line so that the camera can detect them This feature may not be available while using some of the camera features ...

Page 85: ...frame appears when the front camera detects your face If the subject within the guide frame stops moving the guide frame colour turns blue then the camera takes a photo Tap Selfie shot Auto shot to enable the Auto shot feature Interval shot You can take selfies at an interval While using the front camera you can show your palm to the camera then clench your fist twice quickly Four photos are taken...

Page 86: ... feature Only one preview is available each time a photo is taken If you rotate the device while in preview screen the screen switches to camera mode Save as flipped Before taking a photo with the front camera tap Save as flipped The image is flipped horizontally When using the front camera you can change how selfies are taken in the camera options See Customising the camera options for details ...

Page 87: ...appears on the screen to share it using that app You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos quick share icon The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary depending on the type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device This feature is available only in specific modes ...

Page 88: ...deo swipe left or right to rewind or fast forward the video Some file formats may not be supported depending on the installed software Some files may not be opened due to encoding Files that exceed the size limit may cause an error Viewing photos Write a memo on a photo Back to the previous screen View related content Edit images Start the camera Add to or remove from your favorites Delete images ...

Page 89: ...y not support the photo memo feature Related content You can edit the related photos in the Gallery See Related content for details Editing photos 1 While viewing a photo tap 2 Use a variety of effects and tools to edit the photo 3 Tap SAVE to save changes The changes are overwritten to the original file To save the edited photo as another file tap Save copy ...

Page 90: ...the video screen up or down To adjust the screen brightness drag the left side of the screen up or down Editing videos 1 While viewing a video tap 2 Use a variety of effects and edit tools to edit the video Adjust the resolution Revert the edit Select a section to change the play speed Launch the KineMaster video editor Create a movie using various effects Automatically create a 15 sec 30 sec or 6...

Page 91: ... tap Delete Tap from the file list and delete the desired files Deleted files are automatically moved to Trash and they can be restored to the Gallery within 7 days Tap to completely delete the files In this case the files cannot be restored Sharing files You can share files by using one of the following options While viewing a photo tap to share the file by using the method you want While viewing...

Page 92: ...n import contacts from another storage device 1 On the contact list screen tap Manage contacts Import 2 Select the source and target locations of the contact you want to import and then tap OK 3 Select the contacts and tap IMPORT Adding contacts to the speed dial list 1 On the contact list screen tap Speed dial 2 Tap Add contact from a speed dial number 3 Select a contact While adding a new contac...

Page 93: ... number to display all search details from call logs contacts and groups Contacts list Editing contacts 1 On the contact list screen select a contact 2 On the contact detail screen tap and edit details 3 Tap SAVE to save changes Deleting contacts You can delete contacts by using one of the following options On the contact list screen touch and hold a contact you want to delete then tap Delete cont...

Page 94: ...of options on this advanced notepad feature such as image management and screenshots which are not supported by the conventional notepad Creating a note 1 Tap QuickMemo 2 Tap to create a note Save a note Undo the previous edit Redo the recently deleted edits Enter a note by using the keypad Write notes by hand Erase handwritten notes Zoom in or out rotate or erase the parts of a handwritten note A...

Page 95: ...he top of the screen 2 Crop the image if necessary and take notes as desired Write notes by hand on the photo 3 Tap and save the notes to the location you want Saved notes can be viewed in either QuickMemo or Gallery To save notes in the same location all the time select the Use as default app checkbox and select an app You can capture the entire screen by using the scroll capture feature While us...

Page 96: ...larm World clock You can view the current time in cities around the world 1 Tap Essentials Clock World clock 2 Tap and add a city Timer You can set the timer to trigger an alarm after a specified period of time 1 Tap Essentials Clock Timer 2 Set the time and tap Start To suspend the timer tap Pause To resume the timer tap Resume 3 Tap Stop to stop the timer alarm Stopwatch You can use the stopwatc...

Page 97: ...E Syncing events Tap Calendars to sync and select a calendar to sync When your events are saved from the device to your Google account they are automatically synced with the Google calendar too Then you can sync other devices with the Google calendar in order to make those devices have the same events that your device has and to manage your events on those devices Tasks You can register tasks to y...

Page 98: ...or delete from your favourites Back to the previous screen Play in random order Adjust the sound volume Tap to play from the beginning of the current file Double tap to play the previous file Touch and hold to rewind Some file formats may not be supported depending on the installed software Files that exceed the size limit may cause an error Music files may be protected by international copyright ...

Page 99: ... to send and receive emails from your webmail or other accounts using POP3 or IMAP or access your Exchange account for your corporate email needs Set up E mail account Your phone supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts set up at one time Before setting up an email account make sure you have the username user ID password server name etc so you can get...

Page 100: ...tion details tap Add tags Add under Location 2 Tap To pause recording tap 3 Tap to end the recording The file is saved automatically and the recorded files screen appears 4 Tap to play the recorded voice Tap to view the recorded files You can play a recorded voice file from the list FM Radio You can listen to FM radio Tap Essentials FM Radio To use this app first connect earphones to the device Th...

Page 101: ...ce to a new device via LG Mobile Switch 1 Tap Management LG Mobile Switch You can also tap Settings General Backup LG Mobile Switch 2 Follow the on screen instructions to select a desired method for transfer Data in a Google account will not be backed up When you synchronise your Google account Google apps Google contacts Google calendar Google memo app data and apps downloaded from the Play Store...

Page 102: ...pps and fonts provided by LG Electronics Customise your device to suit your preferences by using Home themes and fonts If you use mobile data you may be charged for data usage depending on your pricing plan This feature may not be supported depending on the area or service provider 1 Tap Services SmartWorld 2 Tap LG Account then sign in 3 Select and download the desired content items ...

Page 103: ...call to an LG Customer Service Centre 3 After the call connects follow the service associate s instructions to enter a six digit access number Your device is remotely connected and the remote support service starts Cell Broadcast You can view real time text broadcasts on emergency situations such as typhoons floods and earthquakes Tap Services Cell Broadcast This service requires support from your...

Page 104: ...cuments created online or from another device Share and edit documents together with others Drive Upload save open share and organise files from your device Files accessible from apps can be accessed from anywhere including online and offline environments Duo Make a video call with your family friends and anyone else who uses the app Gmail Register your Google email account to your device to check...

Page 105: ...dsheets together with others Slides Create presentation material or edit presentation material created online or from another device Share and edit presentation material together with others YouTube Search and play videos Upload videos on YouTube to share them with people around the world Google Assistant Your device has the Google Assistant built in Ask it questions Tell it to do things It s your...

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Page 107: ...e name and icon of the SIM card 1 SIM card 2 Change the name and icon of the SIM card 2 SIM card colour theme Change the colour themes for the SIM cards Cost save mode Activate or deactivate the cost save mode In the cost save mode if you make a call to a contact to which a specific SIM is assigned this SIM is used for the call even if the other SIM is active for example it is using mobile data Mo...

Page 108: ...ss for previously accessed Wi Fi networks If you do not want to automatically connect to a certain Wi Fi network tap the network and then tap FORGET Wi Fi network settings On the settings screen tap Network Wi Fi Switch to mobile data If the mobile data connection function is activated but the device cannot connect to the Internet via Wi Fi connection the device automatically connects to the Inter...

Page 109: ...n access point You can connect with more than two devices by using Wi Fi Direct 1 On the settings screen tap Network Wi Fi Advanced Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct Nearby devices that support Wi Fi Direct automatically appear 2 Select a device Connection occurs when the device accepts the connection request The battery may drain faster when using Wi Fi Direct ...

Page 110: ...ailable devices appear automatically To refresh the device list tap Only devices set as visible are displayed on the list 3 Select a device from the list 4 Follow the on screen instructions to perform authentication This step is skipped for previously accessed devices Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Select a file You can send multimedia files or contacts 2 Tap Bluetooth 3 Select a target device for t...

Page 111: ...ile data 2 Customise the following settings Mobile data Set to use data connections on mobile networks Limit mobile data usage Set a limit for mobile data usage to block mobile data if the limit is reached Customise mobile data settings Call You can customise call settings such as voice call and international call options Some features may not be supported depending on the area or service provider...

Page 112: ...ption uses mobile data and may incur data usage fees depending on your pricing plan Consult with your service provider for more information When connecting to a computer download the USB driver from www lg com and install it on the computer You cannot send or receive files between your device and a computer while USB tethering is turned on Turn off USB tethering to send or receive files Operating ...

Page 113: ...urn on Wi Fi on the other device and select the name of the device network on the Wi Fi list 4 Enter the network password This option uses mobile data and may incur data usage fees depending on your pricing plan Consult with your service provider for more information More information is available at this web site http www android com tether wifi Wi Fi hotspot timer When the Wi Fi hotspot has not b...

Page 114: ...for more information More information is available at this web site http www android com tether Bluetooth_tethering Help You can view help on using tethering and hotspots On the settings screen tap Network Tethering Help NFC You can use the device as a transportation card or credit card You can also share data with the other device 1 On the settings screen tap Network NFC 2 Tap to activate it Touc...

Page 115: ...nager with nearby devices Also you can share content with specific people in apps that work with Google Direct Share 1 On the settings screen tap Network Sharing panel 2 Tap to deactivate each option File sharing You can send and receive files between your device and other LG devices or tablets 1 On the settings screen tap Network File sharing 2 Customise the following settings LG Q7 Change the de...

Page 116: ...her devices Allowed devices View a list of devices permitted to access content on your device Not allowed devices View a list of devices not permitted to access content on your device LG AirDrive You can use your LG account to manage files saved on the device from a computer You do not need a USB connection 1 On the settings screen tap Network LG AirDrive 2 Use a single LG account to sign in to LG...

Page 117: ... the printer list screen To add a printer tap Add printer To search for a printer name tap Search Tap Settings from the printer list screen 5 Select a file and tap Print The document prints If you do not have a Google account tap Add account to create an account Airplane mode You can turn off the call and mobile data functions When this mode is on functions that do not involve data such as games a...

Page 118: ...work VPN You can connect to a safe virtual network such as an intranet You can also manage connected virtual private networks Adding VPN 1 On the settings screen tap Network VPN 2 Tap This feature is available only when the screen lock is activated If the screen lock is deactivated a notification screen appears Tap CHANGE from the notification screen to activate the screen lock See Setting a scree...

Page 119: ...alert for incoming call Flash blinks according to LG ringtone SIM1 notification sound SIM2 notification sound Select a notification ringtone Set music saved on the device as a notification ringtone Do not disturb Set the time range and app type to receive notification messages Receive notification messages only on particular days of the week Sound quality and effects Set sound effects SIM1 vibrati...

Page 120: ...lt the app provider for more information You can select the aspect ratio for individual apps by tapping Settings Display App scaling Select the desired aspect ratio Display size Set the items on the screen to a size easy for you to see Some items may change position Comfort view Set the device to reduce amount of blue light on screen to reduce eye strain Brightness Use the slide bar to change the ...

Page 121: ...See Setting a screen lock for details Customise Lock screen Change the information displayed on the locked screen Secure lock settings Change the secure lock settings Fingerprints Use your fingerprint to unlock the screen or content See Fingerprint recognition overview for details Content lock Allows you to set a lock type password or pattern for your QuickMemo and Gallery files Location You can c...

Page 122: ...e user installed secure certificates and related credentials Set up SIM card lock Lock or unlock the USIM card or change the password PIN Make passwords visible Enable this option to briefly show each character of the password as you type it so you can see what you ve entered Phone administrators Allows privileges to restrict the control or use of the device to particular apps Trust agents View an...

Page 123: ...s screen tap General Battery 2 Customise the following settings Battery usage View the battery usage details To view more details select a specific item Battery percentage on status bar Display the remaining battery level as a percentage on the status bar Battery saver Reduce battery consumption by cutting down some device settings such as the display brightness speed and vibration intensity Power...

Page 124: ...rd tap Accounts You can add users to share your device and register a cloud account 1 On the settings screen tap General Accounts 2 Customise the settings Accessibility You can manage accessibility plug ins installed on your device 1 On the settings screen tap General Accessibility 2 Customise the following settings Vision TalkBack Set the device to notify screen status or actions via voice Vision...

Page 125: ...deos for the hearing impaired Hearing Blink LED Indicate device status via LED Hearing Flash alerts Set the device to notify you with a blinking light for incoming calls messages and alarms Hearing Mute all sounds Mute all sounds and lower volume on the receiver Hearing Audio channel Select the audio type Hearing Sound balance Adjust the audio output balance Use the slide bar to change the balance...

Page 126: ...nput Accessibility features shortcut Quickly access a frequently used function by tapping three times Auto rotate screen Automatically change the screen orientation according to the physical position of the device Select to Speak Allows you to tap items to hear spoken feedback Switch Access Create key combinations to control your device Google You can use Google settings to manage your Google apps...

Page 127: ...n brightness and performance whenever you leave the game running for more than 5 minutes Shortcut keys You can customise the shortcut keys settings 1 On the settings screen tap General Shortcut keys 2 Customise the following settings Take a selfie in Camera Place your finger on the fingerprint sensor to take a selfie Your finger must remain on the fingerprint sensor until the photo is taken This f...

Page 128: ...nstall the latest version of the app or software provided by LG 1 On the settings screen tap General Update centre 2 Customise the following settings App Updates Check if an app update is available If available you can install the update Software Update Check if a software update is available If available you can install the update Language input You can customise language and keyboard settings fo...

Page 129: ...r add a new service account Text to speech output Configure the settings for text to speech output Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed of a mouse or trackpad Reverse mouse buttons Reverse the right mouse button to perform primary direct manipulation actions Date time You can customise date and time settings for your device 1 On the settings screen tap General Date time 2 Customise the settings ...

Page 130: ...e backup Change Google drive backup settings You can also check the backup account currently used or add a new backup account Restart reset You can restart and reset the device including network and app settings 1 On the settings screen tap General Restart reset 2 Customise the following settings Auto restart Restart and optimise the phone at a set time Network settings reset Reset Wi Fi Bluetooth...

Page 131: ...such as the name status software details and legal information On the settings screen tap General About phone and view information Regulatory safety You can view regulatory marks and related information on your device On the settings screen tap General Regulatory safety ...

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Page 133: ...eniently You can back up contacts photos and more to the computer or update the device software See LG Bridge help for details The supported features may vary depending on the device LG USB driver is a necessary program to connect your LG smartphone with the computer and is installed when you install LG Bridge LG Bridge functions Manage the files on the device from a computer via Wi Fi connection ...

Page 134: ...ou to conveniently update the firmware on your phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit a service centre This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user s full attention for the duration of the update process please make sure you check all instructions a...

Page 135: ...gs General Update centre Software Update Check now for update Your personal data from internal phone storage including information about your Google account and any other accounts your system application 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 ...

Page 136: ... screen is unlocked 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 you ...

Page 137: ...ilable 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 This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information Regulatory i...

Page 138: ...tries DTS Inc All Rights Reserved Copyright 2018 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities Google Google Maps Gmail YouTube Duo and Google Play store are trademarks of Google Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi and the Wi Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi Fi Alliance Al...

Page 139: ... LG Electronics declares that this LM Q617YB product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014 53 EU A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http www lg com global declaration ...

Page 140: ...ial logs calendar voice recordings Memos X Alarms X X Media data Photos videos songs documents Screen settings Home screen settings folders and widgets X X Lock screen settings screen lock settings excluded X X Apps Downloaded apps Personal data of the downloaded app X Others Public certificate X Settings Wi Fi Bluetooth Calls sound notification accessibility battery X X Some data may not be trans...

Page 141: ...can purchase protective cases to protect your device from damage on the market Note that these protective cases are not covered under the warranty service provided by LG Electronics and safety is not guaranteed Aspect ratio This device uses 18 9 aspect ratio Some downloaded apps may not support 18 9 aspect ratio In this case select the most optimal screen ratio for the app or consult the app provi...

Page 142: ...rier network area Move and check the network Calls are not available New network not authorised Make sure you have not set call barring for the incoming number Make sure you have not set call barring for the number you are dialing Device cannot be turned on When the battery is completely discharged your device will not turn on Fully charge the battery before turning on the device Charging error Ma...

Page 143: ...a Charge the battery Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Restart the device If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips contact a LG Electronics Service Center The photo quality is poor The quality of your photos may vary depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use If you take photos and vi...

Page 144: ...our device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or turn the device off and then on again Perform a boot up A soft reset may be used to reset the device if the screen freezes or the buttons touch screen or device are no longer responding To perform a soft reset of your device simply press and hold the Volume Down and Power keys until the device restarts Reset the device If the methods above ...

Page 145: ...ce are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 m If the tips above do not solve your problem contact a LG Electronics Service Center A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer Make sure the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device Make sure you have the proper driver installed and updated on your computer Downloaded application causes a lot of errors Appl...

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