background image

Basics

31

Tap or touch

A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the 
on-screen keyboard.

 

Touch and hold

Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not lifting your 
finger until an action occurs.

Drag

Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, 
move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You 
can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.

Summary of Contents for X220M

Page 1: ...www lg com MFL00000000 1 0 USER GUIDE LG X220m ENGLISH ...

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

Page 3: ... account 33 Signing into your Google account 33 Locking and unlocking the device 34 Changing the screen lock method 34 Smart Lock 34 Home screen 35 Getting to Know the Home Screen 35 Returning to recently used applications 36 Customizing the Home screen 37 Notifications panel 38 Capturing a screenshot 40 On screen keyboard 40 Using the keypad and entering text 40 Entering special characters 40 Tra...

Page 4: ...d sending email 54 Changing an email general settings 54 Clock 55 Alarm 55 Clock 55 Timer 55 Stopwatch 56 Calculator 56 Calendar 56 Sound Recorder 57 Downloads 57 FM Radio 57 Google apps 58 Settings 60 Access the Settings menu 61 Wireless networks 61 Wi Fi 61 Wi Fi Direct 61 Bluetooth 62 Data usage 63 Aeroplane mode 63 Default SMS app 63 Wi Fi hotspot 64 USB tethering 64 Bluetooth tethering 64 VPN...

Page 5: ...4 Phone software update 73 FAQ 74 Anti Theft Guide 77 More information 78 Open source software notice information 78 Trademarks 78 ...

Page 6: ...xpose it to temperatures below 0 C or above 40 C such as outdoor during snowstorm or in your car in hot days Exposure to cold or heat will result in malfunction damage or permanent failure Be careful when using your phone near other electronic devices The RF emissions from mobile phones may affect nearby electronic equipment that not adequately shielded You should consult manufacturers of any pers...

Page 7: ...uch as rubber plugs earpiece parts that connect to the phone etc This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation Disconnect the plug and charger from the outlet when the phone shows that the battery has been fully charged because it may cause electric shock or fire hazard When in the car do not leave your phone or install a hands free kit near the airbag If wireless equipment is improperly installed ...

Page 8: ... the phone which can cause a short circuit electric shock or fire Use only batteries and chargers provided by LG The warranty does not apply to products provided by other providers Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories Installation or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your bo...

Page 9: ... the supplied antenna Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair call quality damage the phone void your warranty or result in a violation of FCC regulations Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna A damaged antenna in contact with the skin could cause a singe Contact your local dealer for an antenna replacement Body effects This device was tested for typical body operation kee...

Page 10: ... 15 of the FCC This device and its accessories comply with Article 15 of the FCC rules The operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device and its accessories will not cause harmful interference and 2 this device and its accessories must accept any interference received including interference that could cause an undesired operation Battery Precautions Do not disassemble Do not short...

Page 11: ... a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazard Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery terminals Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this standard IEEE Std 1725 200x Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazard Promptly dispose of used batteries in a...

Page 12: ...ul interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiated radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisio...

Page 13: ...ons Commissions FCC adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U S and international standards bodies ANSI C95 1 1992 NCRP Report 86 1986 ICNIRP 1996 Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature For example over 120 scien...

Page 14: ...a affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise would be need Driving Check the laws and regulations related to the use of wireless phones in the areas where you drive Always obey these regulations Also if using your phone while driving make sure to Pay full attention to driving driving safely is your first responsibility Use hands free operation if...

Page 15: ...te to the pacemaker to minimize the potential interference If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place switch off your phone immediately Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such interference we recommend that you contact your service provider Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical devices consul...

Page 16: ...s with signs that read Turn off two way radios Obey all signs and instructions Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn off the phone when in an area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire that could result in personal injury or death Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often clearly marked but no...

Page 17: ...ess provider for recycling The battery doesn t need to be fully discharged before recharging Only use LG approved chargers that are specifically made for your phone model since they are designed to maximize the battery life Do not disassemble or short circuit it Keep the metal contacts on the battery clean Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance The battery can be rec...

Page 18: ...s of the battery metal strips on the battery The short circuit of the terminals may damage the battery and cause an explosion General Notice Using a damaged battery or inserting it into the mouth can cause serious injuries Do not place the phone in proximity to items containing magnetic components such as credit cards calling cards bank books or subway tickets The phone magnetism may damage the da...

Page 19: ...numbers ringtones text or voice messages images and videos might also get deleted The manufacturer is not liable for damages due to loss of data When using the phone in public places you may set the ringer on vibrate to avoid disturbing others Do not switch the phone on off while it is in your ear Repairs under warranty at LG s discretion may include replacement parts or boards that are either new...

Page 20: ...Features you will love Features you will love ...

Page 21: ...en close your hand into a fist to start the timer allowing you time to get ready OR Raise your hand in a clenched fist until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen Then unclench your fist to start the timer allowing you time to get ready OR KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to double tap the screen to easily turn it on or off To turn the screen on 1 Double tap the centre ...

Page 22: ...using a combination of knocks on the screen You can access the Home screen directly when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen NOTE Use the fingertip instead of finger nail to tap the screen for turning it on or off 1 Tap Security Screen lock Knock Code 2 Tap the squares in a pattern to set your Knock Code Your Knock Code pattern can be 3 to 8 taps Unlocking the screen using...

Page 23: ...Basics Basics ...

Page 24: ...eo Headset USB Cable Battery NOTE Items described below may be optional Always use genuine LG accessories The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider ...

Page 25: ...Basics 24 Phone layout Proximity Ambient Light Sensor Front Camera Lens Earpiece Charger USB Port Microphone Headset Jack Power Lock Key Speaker Rear Camera Lens Volume Keys Flash ...

Page 26: ...E Proximity Sensor When receiving and making calls the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls WARNING Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the display and touch screen functions Do n...

Page 27: ...the phone until the Phone options menu appears 2 Tap Power off in the Phone options menu 3 Tap OK to confirm that you want to turn off the phone Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider and the included battery 1 To remove the back cover hold the phone firmly in one hand With your other hand lift off the back cover wi...

Page 28: ... memory card into the SIM card slot If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a LG Service Centre to remove the memory card NOTE Only the microSIM cards work with the device 3 Insert the battery 4 To replace the cover onto the device align the back cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place ...

Page 29: ...phone to it using the USB cable WARNING Use only LG approved chargers batteries and cables If you use unapproved chargers batteries or cables it may cause battery charging delay Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device which are not covered by the warranty The charger connector is located at the bottom of the phone Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet ...

Page 30: ...ts and other applications Some applications you download may consume battery power While using downloaded applications check the battery charge level Inserting the memory card Your device supports up to a 32GB microSD card Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type some memory cards may not be compatible with your device WARNING Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device...

Page 31: ...or accessing information Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device It is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards including the loss of data Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone NOTE Do not press too hard the tap screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light yet firm tap Use the tip ...

Page 32: ...ch and hold Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then without lifting your finger move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them ...

Page 33: ...of the screen without pausing when you first tap it so you don t drag an item instead Double tap Double tap to zoom on a webpage or a map Pinch to Zoom Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser Maps or when viewing pictures ...

Page 34: ...ount Wait while the server creates your account Signing into your Google account 1 Tap Accounts 2 Tap Add account Google 3 Enter your email address and tap NEXT 4 Enter your password and tap NEXT 5 After signing in you can use Gmail and take advantage of Google services on your phone 6 Once you have set up your Google account your phone will automatically synchronise with your Google account on th...

Page 35: ... Key Changing the screen lock method You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others accessing your personal information 1 Tap Security Screen lock 2 Select a desired screen lock from None Swipe Pattern Knock Code PIN and Password NOTE Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock Smart Lock You ca...

Page 36: ...gle widgets to give you instant access to information and applications This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping Getting to Know the Home Screen Status Bar Application Icons Location Indicator Quick Button Area Home touch Buttons Shows phone s status information including the time signal strength battery status and notification icons Tap an icon application folder etc to o...

Page 37: ...o recently used applications Multitasking is easy with Android you can keep more than one application running at the same time There is no need to quit an application before opening another Use and switch between several open applications Android manages each application stopping and starting them as needed to make sure that idle applications don t consume resources unnecessarily 1 Tap A list of r...

Page 38: ...er NOTE To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen touch and hold the application you want to add Removing an item from the Home screen While on the Home screen touch and hold the icon you want to remove drag it to Adding an app to the Quick Button Area From the Apps screen or on the Home screen touch and hold an application icon and drag it to the Quick Button Area Then re...

Page 39: ...ions Clear Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on off Current notifications are listed each with a brief description Tap a notification to view it Tap to clear all the notifications When a notification arrives its icon appears at the top of the screen Icons for pending notifications appear on the left and system icons such as Wi Fi and battery strength are shown on the right Indicator icons...

Page 40: ...ly playing Airplane mode is on Vibrate mode is on Connected to a Wi Fi network Battery fully charged Wired headset connected Battery is charging Missed call The phone is connected to a PC via a USB cable Bluetooth is on Downloading data An alarm is set Uploading data New text or multimedia message GPS is on Wi Fi hotspot is active NOTE The icon s location in the status bar may differ according to ...

Page 41: ... Icon Description Tap once to capitalise the next letter you type Double tap for all caps Tap to go to the keyboard settings Tap to enter a space Tap to delete the previous character Entering special characters The on screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters For example to input á touch and hold the a button until the pop up appears and displays related special characters Without lif...

Page 42: ... Notifications panel tap the current connection type and select Media device MTP 3 A window will pop up on your PC allowing you to transfer the desired data NOTE The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able to detect the phone Check the requirements for using Media device MTP Items Requirement OS Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Vista or higher Window Media Player versi...

Page 43: ...Apps Apps ...

Page 44: ...any time while browsing in Play Store tap an app to open its details screen The App details screen includes a description ratings comments and related information about the app From this screen you can download install uninstall rate the app and more To uninstall applications 1 Tap Apps 2 Once all applications appear scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall 3 Tap UNINSTALL ...

Page 45: ...ernational calls touch and hold Calling your contacts 1 Tap to open your contacts 2 Scroll through the contact list You can also enter the contact s name in the Search field or scroll along the alphabet letters on the left edge of the screen 3 In the list that is displayed tap the contact you want to call Answering and rejecting a call Tap to right to answer the incoming call Tap to left to declin...

Page 46: ...oggle between calls Or tap Merge calls to start a conference call 5 To tap to hang up current call NOTE You are charged for each call you make Viewing your recents call logs 1 Tap RECENTS tab 2 View a list of all dialed Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding as well as other special features offered by your carrier 1 Tap to open the dialer 2 Tap Settings Genera...

Page 47: ... the contact name using the keyboard Adding a new contact 1 Tap and enter the new contact s number 2 Tap Create new contact 3 Enter the desired information for the contact 4 Tap to save Favourites contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favourites Adding a contact to your favourites 1 Tap to open your contacts 2 Tap a contact to view its details 3 Tap the star at the top right of t...

Page 48: ... dark colour and the contact is removed from your favourites Creating a group 1 Tap 2 Tap Groups 3 Enter a name for the new group 4 Tap to enter contact list Choose contacts you want to add to the group Tap OK button on the top right corner 5 Tap to save the group NOTE If you delete a group the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost They will remain in your contact list ...

Page 49: ...rovider 3 Tap the text field and start entering your message 4 Tap to open the options menu Choose from any of the available options NOTE You can tap to attach the file that you want to share with message 5 Tap to send your message NOTE The 160 character limit may vary from country to country depending on how the text message is coded and the language used in the message If an image video or audio...

Page 50: ...yed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations Changing your messaging settings Your phone s messaging settings are predefined to allow you to send messages immediately You can change the settings based on your preferences Tap Settings ...

Page 51: ...ect indicates that the camera has focused 3 Tap to take a photo Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery Camera options on the viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Allows you to take a picture 2 Allows you to take a panoramic picture 3 Allows you to manage the camera s flash 4 Tap to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens 5 Tap to take a photo ...

Page 52: ...ctures A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a halo effect Recording a video 1 Tap 2 Tap to start recording the video 3 The length of the recording is displayed on the bottom of the screen 4 Tap to pause recording video You can resume recording again by tapping OR Tap to stop recording Your video will be automatically saved to the Gallery ...

Page 53: ... their encoding Viewing pictures The Gallery displays your pictures in folders When an application such as Email saves a picture the download folder is automatically created to contain the picture Likewise capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder Pictures are displayed by the date they were created Select a picture to view it full screen Scroll left or right to view the ...

Page 54: ...software installed some file formats may not be supported If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files Playing a video 1 Tap 2 Select the video you want to watch Video optinos Tap to pause resume video playback Tap to open the available sharing options Tap to share Message Tap to access additional options ...

Page 55: ...Settings app Tap Settings Composing and sending email 1 Tap 2 Enter an address for the message s intended recipient As you enter text matching addresses will be offered from your contacts Separate multiple addresses with semicolons 3 Tap to open the Cc Bcc field to copy or blind copy to other contacts email addresses 4 Tap the text field and enter your message 5 Longpress the text field to edit se...

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

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

Page 58: ... Tap to listen to the recording NOTE Tap to access your recordings You can listen to your saved recordings Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications Tap FM Radio Your phone has a built in FM Radio so you can tune in to your favourite stations and listen on the go Tap NOTE You must plug in your earphones in order to use them as an antenna ...

Page 59: ...ce Chrome Search for information and browse webpages Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Maps Find your location on the map search for locations and view location information for various places YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others Play Music Discover listen to and share ...

Page 60: ...moticons and video calls while you are chatting Photos Manage photos albums and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Google Google Settings Configure settings for some features provided by Google Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase ...

Page 61: ...Settings Settings ...

Page 62: ...etwork to connect to it If the network is secured with a lock icon you will need to enter a security key or password 3 The status bar displays icons that indicate Wi Fi status NOTE If you are out of the Wi Fi zone or have set Wi Fi to Off the device may automatically connect to the Web using mobile data which may incur data charges Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct provides a direct connection between Wi ...

Page 63: ...vice Pairing your phone with another Bluetooth device 1 On the Settings screen tap Bluetooth 2 Tap to turn Bluetooth on and start scanning for available Bluetooth devices If you want to detect the visible devices in range additionally tap 3 Choose the device you want to pair with from the list Once the paring is successful your phone connects to the other device NOTE Pairing between two Bluetooth ...

Page 64: ...the data usage and mobile data usage limit Tap to toggle your mobile data connection On or Off This allows you to manage your mobile data usage You can use a Wi Fi network connection for data instead Aeroplane mode Allows you to use many of your phone s features such as games and music when you are in an area where making or receiving calls or data use is prohibited When you set your phone to Airp...

Page 65: ...t USB tethering 3 Tap to turn USB tethering on Bluetooth tethering Allows you to connect to other devices via Bluetooth 1 On the Settings screen tap More Tethering portable hotspot Bluetooth tethering 2 Tap to turn Bluetooth tethering on to share your connection via Bluetooth tethering VPN From your phone you can add set up and manage virtual private networks VPNs that allow you to connect and acc...

Page 66: ...the phone Cast screen Allows you to Mirror the display of your phone on a compatible device Sound notification Allows you to change settings for various sounds on the device On the Settings screen tap Sound notification Sound Adjust the phone s volume settings to suit your needs and environment Also vibrate for calls Checkmark for vibration feedback for calls Interruptions Allows you to set a sche...

Page 67: ...status including the percentage of remaining charge and charging state On the Settings screen tap Battery Intelligent power saving standby Tap the Battery Saver switch to toggle it on or off Sets the battery charge percent level that automatically turns on Battery Saver Apps Allows you to view details about the apps installed on your phone manage their data and force them to stop On the Settings s...

Page 68: ...a Pattern lock type when you turn on your phone or wake up the screen you are asked to draw your unlock pattern to unlock the screen Owner info Allows you to display the owner information on the lock screen in case the phone is lost Smart Lock Sets to keep your phone unlocked with trusted device or a place NOTE This setting name may be Pattern effect if the Screen lock is set to Pattern Encrypt ph...

Page 69: ...king screen Screen pinning You can enable your device to only show a certain app s screen using screen pin Accounts Use this menu to add remove and manage your Google and other supported accounts You also use these settings to control how and whether all applications send receive and sync data on their own schedules and whether all applications can synchronize user data automatically Gmail Calenda...

Page 70: ...hone this way you are prompted to re enter the same information as when you first started Android System Date time Set your preferences for how the date and time is displayed On the Settings screen tap Date time Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug ins you have installed on your phone On the Settings screen tap Accessibility TalkBack Allows you to set up the...

Page 71: ...ers when entering passwords Accessibility shortcut Allows you quickly enable accessibility feature Text to speech output Sets the preferred speech engine and speech rate Touch hold delay Allows you to set the touch and hold delay Colour inversion Allows to invert the colours of the screen and content Colour correction Allows to correct the colours of the screen and content Printing Allows you to p...

Page 72: ...devices display and operations may be different and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices About phone View legal information check phone status and software versions and perform a software update On the Settings screen tap About phone ...

Page 73: ...Appendix Appendix ...

Page 74: ...ersion on your mobile phone Settings About phone System updates NOTE 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 ...

Page 75: ...or you are outside the carrier network Move toward a window or into an open area Check the network operator coverage map Operator applied new services Check whether the SIM card is more than 6 12 months old If so change your SIM or USIM card at your network provider s nearest branch Contact your service provider Codes do not match To change a security code must need to confirm the new code by re e...

Page 76: ...pressed too briefly Press the On Off key for at least two seconds Battery is not charged Charge battery Check the charging indicator on the display Charging error Battery is not charged Charge battery Outside temperature is too hot or cold Make sure phone is charging at a normal temperature Contact problem Check the charger and its connection to the phone No voltage Plug the charger into a differe...

Page 77: ...r problem If you use a protection tape or case make sure it has not covered the area around the proximity sensor Make sure that the area around the proximity sensor is clean No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status in the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibration or no interruptions mode Hangs up or freezes Intermittent software problem If the screen freezes or the phone does not r...

Page 78: ...r 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 79: ...he cost of media shipping and handling upon email request to opensource lge com This offer is valid for three 3 years from the date on which you purchased the product Trademarks Copyright 2015 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Google Google Maps Gm...

Page 80: ......

Reviews: