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Basic Functions

Turning the power on or off

Turning the power on

When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.

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When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration

takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be longer

than usual.

Turning the power off

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.

Restarting the device

When the device is not working properly or does not respond, restart it by

following the instructions below.

Press and hold the Power/Lock key and the Volume Down (-) key at

the same time until the power is turned off.

When the device is restarted, release the key.

Power control options

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select an option.

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Power off

: Turn the device off.

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Power off and restart

: Restart the device.

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Turn on Airplane mode

: Block telecommunication-related functions,

including making phone calls, messaging and browsing the Internet.

Other functions remain available.

Summary of Contents for LM-X520HM

Page 2: ...vider 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 ...

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: ... 33 Turning 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 44 Home screen 53 Screen lock 58 Memory card encryption 59 Taking screenshots 59 Entering text 64 Content sharing 66 Do not disturb 03 Useful Apps 68 Installing and uninstalling apps 69 App trash 70 App Shortcuts 71 Phone 75 Messaging 76 Camera 86 Gallery 9...

Page 5: ...moteCall Service 102 Cell Broadcast 103 Google apps 04 Settings 107 Settings 107 Network 119 Sound 120 Display 121 General 05 Appendix 134 LG Language Settings 134 LG Bridge 135 Phone software update 137 Anti Theft Guide 138 Open Source Software Notice Information 138 Regulatory information RegulationID number E labeling etc 139 Trademarks 140 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 140 More information 142 FAQ...

Page 6: ... Rate or SAR Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG device models they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves The SAR limit recommended by the International Commission on Non Ionizing ...

Page 7: ...n or shock Switch off the device in any area where you are required to by special regulations For example do not use your device in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment Do not handle the device with wet hands while it is being charged It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your device Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot a...

Page 8: ...ntact and inadequate circulation of air flow to the device may cause the device to overheat The device must be at least 1 0cm from between the user s body Prevent dust of any other foreign substances from getting into the Charger USB cable port It may cause heat or fire Please ensure that the product does not get in contact with liquid Do not use or recharge the product if it is wet Once the produ...

Page 9: ...able wireless equipment It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance If you are listening to music whilst out and about please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings This is of particular importance when near roads Avoid damage to your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen at high volume ...

Page 10: ... restrictions and follow any regulations or rules Potentially explosive atmospheres Do not use your device at a refueling point Do not use near fuel or chemicals Do not transport or store flammable gas liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your device or accessories In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft Turn your device off before boarding any ai...

Page 11: ...If you need to replace the battery take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance Li Ion Battery is a hazardous component which can cause injury Battery replacement by non qualified professional can cause damage to your device Battery information and care You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging Unlike other battery systems ther...

Page 12: ...e a fire Driver Safety Tips Your mobile telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate almost anywhere anytime but an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of mobile phones one that every user must uphold When driving a car driving is your first responsibility When using your mobile phone behind the wheel of a car practice good common sense and remember the following tips Use ...

Page 13: ...raffic authority or police station Securing personal information Make sure to protect your personal information to prevent data leakage or misuse of sensitive information Always back up important data while using the device LG is not responsible for any data loss Make sure to back up all data and reset the device when disposing of the device to prevent any misuse of sensitive information Read the ...

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

Page 15: ...th drag the slide bar to the left or right Keep the distance to your subject within 1 3 5 0 feet when using the rear camera This feature is not available If the surroundings are too dark After applying this feature tap the desired position on the preview screen to automatically apply the exposure value and focus when using the rear camera or exposure value only when using the front camera ...

Page 16: ...e scene is applied To apply other effects tap the scene icon Pet city flower food landscape person sunset auto total 8 categories can be recognised automatically Sunset Flower The result of the scene recognition may differ depending on the illumination or the location of the subject while taking photos Keywords do not appear on the actual photos or videos This feature is available only when the fr...

Page 17: ...ved as a GIF file Tap on the screen to select the number of photos you want to take While taking photos tap to create GIF files with previously taken photos The flash automatically turns on to act as a timer The shots taken this time and the total number of shots are displayed at the bottom of the screen All taken photos are saved as GIF files only You may not change the GIF speed nor image order ...

Page 18: ...ke 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 used to create a collage ...

Page 19: ... create a new movie by putting images and videos together 1 Tap Photos tab then tap Create movie You can also tap Play tab 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: ...d 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 of 50 image...

Page 21: ...eate a GIF file and then tap NEXT You can add more images and adjust the GIF speed screen ratio and file order You may use this feature 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 Y...

Page 22: ...ction You can adjust the sound direction as desired 1 Tap Settings Sound Sound quality and effects DTS X 3D Surround then tap 2 Select sound direction Google Assistant Google Assistant overview You can launch or use desired apps with your voice To use this feature first connect to the network and sign in to your Google Account This feature may not work properly or voice recognition accuracy may de...

Page 23: ... voice 1 Say Ok Google when the screen is turned on 2 Say a command or question when Hi how can I help appears on the screen Launching Google Assistant from the Home screen 1 Touch and hold on the Home screen 2 Say a command or question when Hi how can I help appears on the screen Voice recognition accuracy may decrease if you speak with an unclear voice or in a noisy place When you use the voice ...

Page 24: ...nnot 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 The device has a fingerprint sensor Ensure that the ...

Page 25: ...y 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 to use this feature If the screen lock is not active configure the lock screen by following the on screen instructions See Setting a screen l...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...w feature is not supported by some LG apps and the apps downloaded from the Play Store Overview screen The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently used apps To view the list of recently used apps tap on the Home then tap the displayed app Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the app with the Multi window feature You can also tap at the top of each app ...

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

Page 30: ...e 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 Ser...

Page 31: ... Volume keys Earpiece Google Assistant button Stereo headset jack Charger USB cable port Microphone Nano SIM card tray Nano SIM Memory card tray LED Indicator Proximity Ambient light sensor Fingerprint sensor Flash Speaker Microphone Rear camera lenses Depth sensor Standard angle ...

Page 32: ...ht 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 Press the Volume Up key twice to launch Capture Pow...

Page 33: ...n 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 Hold the device correctly as shown below If you cover the microphone hole with a hand finger or protective case while using the device you may sound unclear durin...

Page 34: ...evice 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 Power off and restart Res...

Page 35: ...sert the SIM Subscriber Identity Module card provided by your service provider to start using your device Be careful with the ejection pin since it has a sharp edge 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: ...ry made SIM card supplied by the operator If you insert the card tray into your device while the card tray is wet your device may be damaged Always make sure the card tray is dry Precautions when using the SIM card Do not lose your SIM card LG is not responsible for damage and other issues caused by loss or transfer of a SIM card Be careful not to damage the SIM card when you insert or remove it ...

Page 38: ...ay 2 Pull out the card tray 3 Put the memory card on the card tray with the gold coloured contacts facing downwards Memory card optional sold separately 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 Frequent writing and eras...

Page 39: ...d from the card tray 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot Do not remove the 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 ...

Page 40: ...hen it is charging may cause electric shock To use the device stop charging it Remove the charger from the power socket after the device is fully charged This prevents unnecessary power consumption Another way to charge the battery is by connecting a USB cable between the device and a desktop or laptop computer This may take longer time than plugging the adapter to a wall outlet Do not charge the ...

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: ... with excessive force Gently tap with your fingertip on the option you want Touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a glove or by using 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 Displ...

Page 45: ...ight to view all installed apps at a glance Home screen layout You can view all apps and organise widgets and folders on the Home screen Quick access area Home touch buttons Status bar Weather widget Page icon Google Search widget The Home screen may differ depending on the manufacturer policy user settings software version or service provider Status bar View status icons the time and the battery ...

Page 46: ...o the Home screen To launch Google Assistant touch and hold Tap to view a list of recently used apps or run an app from the list To delete all the recently used apps tap CLEAR ALL To 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...

Page 47: ... The Home touch buttons disappear 3 seconds after the last touch To view the Home touch buttons again drag the bottom of the screen upwards Lock hide icon The icon to lock or hide the Home touch buttons appears at the bottom left of the screen If you want to lock the Home touch buttons while hiding the buttons tap on the left of the Home touch buttons To hide the Home touch buttons again double ta...

Page 48: ... network Alarm is 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 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 you are using the d...

Page 49: ... access icons list drag the notifications panel downwards 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 50: ... 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 wallpapers themes and icons touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen then select Wallp...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ... remove an app from the folder touch and hold the app and 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 Displa...

Page 54: ...by swiping down on the Home screen Home screen lock Turn on to prevent apps and widgets from being rearranged or removed 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 If you press the Power Lock key when a screen lock is not set the Home screen appears i...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...fied times When you turn on the device right after the device resets encryption also starts If you stop the encryption arbitrarily the data may be damaged Be sure to wait until the reset is completed Customise Lock screen You can customise lock screen 1 Tap Settings General Lock screen security Customize Lock screen 2 Select a function you want to set Wallpaper Allows you to set the background for...

Page 57: ...atically locks after the backlight turns off time out due to inactivity Power key instantly locks Enable this option to instantly lock the screen when the Power Lock button is pressed This setting overrides the Security Lock timer setting Smart Lock Allows you to set trusted devices places voice and or on body detection that will allow your phone to remain unlocked Menus you can set may be differe...

Page 58: ...ng the screen use your fingertip Do not use a fingernail To use the KnockON feature make sure that the proximity light sensor is not blocked by a sticker or any other foreign substance Turning the screen on Double tap the middle of the screen Tapping the top or bottom of the screen may decrease the recognition rate Turning the screen off Double tap on an empty space on the Home screen and Lock scr...

Page 59: ...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 60: ... access Capture by pressing the Volume Up key twice To use this feature tap Settings General Shortcuts and turn on Open Capture 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 type without bothering to alternate between the screen and a conventional keyboard T...

Page 61: ...bottom row of the keyboard 1 Tap Settings General Language keyboard 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 You can select and organise frequently used symbols ...

Page 62: ...G Keyboard Keyboard height and layout Keyboard height You can 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 keyboard On screen keyboard LG Keyboard Keyboard height and layout Keyboard type in landscape You can a...

Page 63: ... 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 keyboard 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 ...

Page 64: ...or cut 2 Drag to 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 tap To maximise the voice command recognition speak clearly To enter text with yo...

Page 65: ...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 same Wi F...

Page 66: ...Make sure that File sharing DLNA is activated on both devices Searching for 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 t...

Page 67: ...e mode you want Priority only Receive sound or vibrate notifications for the selected apps Even when Priority only is turned on alarms still sound Total silence Disable both the sound and vibration Select priorities Receive alarms and the notifications for the selected apps App notifications Select apps to receive the notifications Calls from Set up a range of notifications when receiving a call R...

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Page 69: ...cing 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 If apps were uninstalled within 24 hours from now you can reinstall them See App trash for de...

Page 70: ...d within 24 hours from now 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 y...

Page 71: ...n such as Call Message Camera Gallery and Settings to display a quick access menu Use apps more easily through App Shortcuts Tap to configure the settings for the desired app s widget Tap to view the information for the desired app This feature is available only on some apps ...

Page 72: ...ll by using a method of your choice Enter a phone number and tap Touch and hold a speed 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 Making a call from the contact list 1 Tap Contac...

Page 73: ...ion across the screen To add or edit a rejection message tap Settings Network Call 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 When a call comes in while using an app a pop up notification can be displayed at the top o...

Page 74: ...variety of functions by tapping the on screen buttons Contacts View the contact list during a call Hold Hold a call Dialpad Display or hide the dial pad Speaker Turn on the speakerphone function Mute Mute your voice so that your voice cannot be heard by the other party Bluetooth Switch the call to a Bluetooth device that is paired and connected End a call Access additional call options Available s...

Page 75: ...recent call records tap Call logs Then you can use the following functions To view detailed call records select a contact To make a call to the selected contact tap To delete call records tap Delete The displayed call duration may differ from the call charge Consult with your service provider for more information The deleted call history can not be restored Pinch two fingers or spread your fingers...

Page 76: ...re information 1 Tap 2 Tap or 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 contact from the message list Configuring messaging settings You can change messaging settings to suit your preferences 1 Tap 2 Tap Settings from the...

Page 77: ...rs 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 Changing the camera mode You can select a camera mode that suits your environment to take a photo or record a video easily and conveniently Tap MODE then select the desired mode Press and hold the Mode i...

Page 78: ...a film filter effect Select a camera mode Turn the flash on or off Switch between front and rear cameras Record videos Take photos Start the Gallery Taking a photo 1 Select a camera mode and tap the subject to focus the camera on 2 Tap to take a photo When the screen is turned off or locked start the camera by pressing the Volume Down key twice Tap Settings General Shortcuts and then tap Open Came...

Page 79: ...tness 3 Tap to end the video recording To check the aspect ratio before recording a video press and hold 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 in FullVision Select values for aspect ratio and size fo...

Page 80: ... want to store the pictures and videos in the Internal storage or SD card Available when a 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 Save as flipped Save as flipped images after taking selfies Various camera modes Food You can take a photo or record a vid...

Page 81: ... number YouTube Live is available only when your device is connected to the Internet If you use mobile data you may be charged for data usage depending on your pricing plan Flash Jump Cut You can create a GIF by taking photos at an regular interval See Flash Jump Cut for details Portrait You can take sharp portrait by applying camera lens blur effect See Portrait for details ...

Page 82: ...s 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 Other useful features in the Camera app Auto Exposure Auto Focus lock You can fix the current exposure level and focus position by touching and holding the screen in the Auto mode To turn off the feature tap a blank area on the screen This feature is available only in...

Page 83: ...e 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 available when using th...

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: ...rame appears when the front camera detects your face If the subject within the guide frame stops moving the guide frame colour turns yellow 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 take...

Page 86: ...ra options See Customising the camera options for details quick share You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after taking it 1 Tap then take a photo or record a video 2 Tap the app icon that 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 shar...

Page 87: ... left or right to rewind or fast forward the video When you take a photo by using the AI CAM feature a Tag folder is created under the Album tab of the Gallery app The photos are automatically classified by tags under the Tag folder You can view the photos or videos organised by year month or day in the Photos tab To view photos by location at which the photo was taken tap Tag locations then tap T...

Page 88: ... a photo Back to the previous screen Add to or remove from your favorites To display the menu items gently tap the screen To hide the menu items tap the screen again Writing a memo on the photo 1 While viewing a photo tap 2 Write a memo on the photo and tap SAVE The memo is applied to the photo Some photos may not support the photo memo feature ...

Page 89: ...ide Access additional options Fast forward the video Lock or unlock the screen Edit the video Choose screen ratio DTS X 3D Surround Rewind the video Pause or play the video Making a GIF file To adjust the sound volume drag the right side of the video screen up or down To adjust the screen brightness drag the left side of the screen up or down ...

Page 90: ...just the resolution Create a movie using various effects Select a section to change the play speed Adjust the video duration Launch the KineMaster video editor 3 Tap SAVE to save changes Creating a movie You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together See Creating a movie for details Making a GIF You can easily make a GIF file using recorded video See Making a GIF for details ...

Page 91: ...s 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 a video Share to share the file by using the method you want Tap from the file list to select files and share them using the method you want Contacts Contacts overview You can save and manage conta...

Page 92: ... contact from a speed dial number 3 Select a contact While adding a new contact tap to add a speed dial number Searching for contacts You can search for contacts by using one of the following options Tap from the top of the contacts list and then enter the contact information or phone number Scroll the contact list up or down From the index of the contact list screen tap the initial letter of a co...

Page 93: ...t list screen touch and hold a contact you want to delete then tap Delete contact Tap Delete on the contact list screen Deleted contacts may not be restored Adding favourites You can register frequently used contacts as favourites 1 On the contact list screen select a contact 2 On the contact detail screen tap Creating groups 1 On the contacts group list tap 2 Enter a new group name 3 Tap Add memb...

Page 94: ...te 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 Access additional options 3 Tap to save the note Writing notes on a photo 1 Tap QuickMemo 2 Tap to take a photo then tap OK The photo is automatically attached into the notepad 3 Tap or to write notes o...

Page 95: ...aved 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 using an app such as Message and Chrome drag the notifications panel downwards and then tap Capture Extended to capture the entire screen you are currently viewing...

Page 96: ...rm To delete an alarm tap at the top of the screen You can also touch and hold the alarm World clock You can view the current time in cities around the world 1 Tap 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 Clock Timer 2 Set the time and tap Start To suspend the timer tap Pause To resume the timer tap Resume 3 Tap S...

Page 97: ... You can use the calendar to manage events and tasks Adding events 1 Tap Essentials Calendar 2 Select a date and then tap 3 Enter event details and tap SAVE 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 Cal...

Page 98: ... a music file Switch to the playlist Play in random order Select a repeat mode Tap to play the next file Touch and hold to fast forward Tap to play from the beginning of the current file Double tap to play the previous file Touch and hold to rewind Add to or delete from your favourites Adjust the sound volume Set sound effects Play music with the camera flash blinking to the beat Back to the previ...

Page 99: ...culator 2 Use the keypad to make a calculation To restart a calculation touch and hold the button E mail Use the Email application 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...

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: ...provided by LG Tap Management Update centre File Manager You can view and manage files saved on your device 1 Tap Management File Manager 2 Tap and select the desired storage location Smart Doctor You can use Smart Doctor to diagnose the device s condition and optimise it Tap Management Smart Doctor ...

Page 102: ...nd apps downloaded from the Play Store are stored on the Drive app automatically Fully charge the battery before transferring data to avoid unintentional powering off during the process SmartWorld You can download a variety of games audio content apps 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...

Page 103: ...e charged for data usage depending on your pricing plan 1 Tap Services RemoteCall Service 2 Connect a 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 ...

Page 104: ...e app Some apps may not work depending on the area or service provider Chrome A fast simple and secure web browser built for the modern web Docs Docs is a collaborative word processing tool that powers productivity Use Docs to create edit and work together in real time Drive Drive is a file storage and sharing app that makes it easy to find share and collaborate on work projects from anywhere inst...

Page 105: ...tes Create edit and share you text and photo notes with Google Account Maps Going somewhere Go with Maps the app you can rely on for real time GPS navigation traffic transit and details about millions of places such as reviews and popular times Photos Home for all your photos and videos automatically organised so you can share and save what matters Play Movies TV Use your Google Account to rent or...

Page 106: ...information present results and make decisions together in real time YouTube Watch your favorite channels listen to music you love and upload videos to share with people around the world Google Assistant Your device has the Google Assistant built in Find answers and get things done while on the go To get started just tap the Google Assistant button on the side of the phone or touch and hold the ho...

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Page 108: ... card 2 Customise the following functions SIM card 1 Change the 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 ...

Page 109: ...i networks appear automatically 3 Select a network You may need to enter the network s Wi Fi password The device skips this process 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 functi...

Page 110: ...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 111: ...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 112: ...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 113: ...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 114: ...n 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 turn off timer When the Wi Fi hotspot has n...

Page 115: ...n your pricing plan Consult with your service provider 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 Sharing panel You can share contents from Gallery Music and File Manager with nearby devices Also you can share content with...

Page 116: ...ther devices via SmartShare Beam Help You can view help on sharing files Media server You can share media content on your device with nearby devices that support DLNA 1 On the settings screen tap Network Media server 2 Customise the following settings Content sharing Share content on your device with nearby devices K50 Set your device s name Content to share Select the type of media content to sha...

Page 117: ...rom the computer Printing You can connect your device to a Bluetooth printer and print photos or documents saved on the device 1 On the settings screen tap Network Printing If the desired printer is not in the list install the printer driver from the app store 2 Tap to activate it 3 Select a printer from the printer list screen To add a printer tap Add printer To search for a printer name tap Sear...

Page 118: ... in the confirmation screen Mobile networks You can customise the mobile networks settings 1 On the settings screen tap Network Mobile networks 2 Customise the following settings Network mode Select a network type Access Point Names View or change the access point for using mobile data services To change the access point select a choice from the access point list Network operators Search for netwo...

Page 119: ...tion screen appears Tap CHANGE from the notification screen to activate the screen lock See Setting a screen lock for details 3 Enter VPN details and tap SAVE Configuring VPN settings 1 Tap a VPN from the VPNS list 2 Enter the VPN user account details and tap CONNECT To save the account details select the Save account information checkbox Private DNS You can configure the Private DNS Domain Name S...

Page 120: ...1 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 Use the function to set the sound quality and effects while playing a song or video Volume Adju...

Page 121: ... for your device Font Change the font size bold text or type New Second Screen Select how the status bar and app corners will look Home touch buttons Rearrange Home touch buttons or change their background colours App scaling Adjust the screen size of apps 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 amo...

Page 122: ...emotely track the device location You can also protect your data securely if you lost your device Security update Check for software update and configure automatic installation settings Select screen lock Select the desired screen lock method 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...

Page 123: ... Delete 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 Allow privileges to restrict the control or use of the device to particular apps Trust agents Vi...

Page 124: ...attery level as a percentage on the status bar Adaptive battery Limit battery for apps you don t use often by limiting their activity in the background Background restrictions Choose apps to save battery by restricting apps from running in the background Battery saver Reduce battery consumption by cutting down some device settings such as the display brightness speed and vibration intensity Power ...

Page 125: ...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 126: ...aring impaired Hearing Blink LED Set to turn on LED light for incoming calls and notifications 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 ch...

Page 127: ...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 128: ...educe the screen brightness and performance whenever you leave the game running for more than 5 minutes Dual App You can use some apps with two accounts 1 On the settings screen tap General Dual App 2 After reading the disclaimer tap CONFIRM 3 In the list of available apps tap Install to install a copy of a desired app and follow the on screen instructions Shortcuts You can customise the shortcut ...

Page 129: ...nt Show visual snapshot Press the Google Assistant button twice to see a snapshot of your day in the Google Assistant app KnockON Double tap the screen to turn the screen on or off See KnockON for details Update centre You can check and install 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 ...

Page 130: ... the physical keyboard or check keyboard shortcut keys Autofill service Enable this option to enter your information saved in your account such as password address or credit card number with a single tap You can also disable this option use Google Autocomplete or add a new service account Text to speech output Configure the settings for text to speech output Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed ...

Page 131: ...e settings screen tap General Backup 2 Customise the following settings LG Mobile Switch Allows you to transfer data from an old LG device to your new LG device Backup restore Back up your device data or restore data to your device from a backup Resetting your device may delete backup files saved in storage Make sure to copy and store the important backup files to your PC Google backup Change Goog...

Page 132: ...estarts notifications and badges are erased Save important data before the preset time The Auto restart feature is not activated in the following situations When the screen is turned on when the device is in use when the battery level is 30 or less when the USIM card is locked or when the device lock is activated while turning on the device Network settings reset Reset Wi Fi Bluetooth and other ne...

Page 133: ...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 135: ...veniently 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 136: ...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 137: ...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 138: ... 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 139: ...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 140: ... All rights reserved LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities Google Google Maps Gmail YouTube Google Duo Google Play Android Chrome Google Photos Google Play Protect Google Calendar Google Docs Google Drive Google Sheets and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi a...

Page 141: ... over time 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 You 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...

Page 142: ... 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 transmitted d...

Page 143: ...irst time or back up the data When running multiple apps simultaneously When multiple apps are running in the background When downloading large files while making a video call or recording a video When using features that require high power When watching video streaming on the internet or recording a long video When playing high end games for long time When using the device with maximum screen bri...

Page 144: ...ce and close any running apps Let the device cool down before charging the device or running an app again Stop charging if the charger USB cable port at the lower part of the device overheats and visit the nearest LG Customer Service Centre How to solve overheating of the device Close any running apps or features and let the device cool down Always update the software to the latest version Turn of...

Page 145: ...es and let the device cool down The screen brightness and the operating speed may be limited to cool down the device Any running apps or features may slow down or stop The device may stop charging SIM card error Make sure the SIM card is correctly inserted No network connection or dropped network Signal is weak Move to a window or an open area You are outside the carrier network area Move and chec...

Page 146: ... battery life will get shorter over time Error messages appear when launching the camera 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 dependi...

Page 147: ...ction in humid conditions or when exposed to water Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs If the touch screen is scratched or damaged visit a LG Electronics Service Center Hangs or freezes Restart the device If your 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 scre...

Page 148: ...s feature is activated on your device Make sure the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to Make sure your device and the other Bluetooth device 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 US...

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