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User Guide

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MFL67960101 (1.0) www.lg.com


LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS : 2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT
LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed COVER :
subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free 1. Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in
from defects in material and workmanship, according to other than its normal and customary manner.
the following terms and conditions:
2. Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal
1. The limited warranty for the product extends for TWELVE conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture or
(12) MONTHS beginning on the date of purchase of the dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized
product with valid proof of purchase, or absent valid connections, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse,
proof of purchase, FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from date of accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts
manufacture as determined by the units manufacture which are not the fault of LG, including damage caused
date code. by shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid.
2. The limited warranty extends only to the original 3. Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly
purchaser of the product and is not assignable or by defects in material or workmanship.
transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.
4. That the Customer Service Department at LG was
3. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of not notified by consumer of the alleged defect or
the product during the warranty period as long as it is malfunction of the product during the applicable limited
in the U.S, including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and warranty period.
Canada.
5. Products which have had the serial number removed or
4. The external housing and cosmetic parts shall be free of made illegible.
defects at the time of shipment and, therefore, shall not
be covered under these limited warranty terms. 6. This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties,
express or implied either in fact or by operations of
5. Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide law, statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited
information to reasonably prove the date of purchase. to any implied warranty of marketability or fitness for a
6. The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product particular use.
to the Customer Service Department of LG. LG shall bear 7. Damage resulting from use of non-LG approved
the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer accessories.
after the completion of service under this limited
warranty. 8. All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts
that are scratched or damaged due to normal customer
use.
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10. Products used or obtained in a rental program. incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations
11. Consumables (such as fuses). or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other
3. WHAT LG WILL DO: rights which vary from state to state.
LG will, at its sole discretion, either repair, replace or
refund the purchase price of any unit that does not 5. HOW TO GET WARRANTY
conform to this limited warranty. LG may choose at its SERVICE :
discretion to use functionally equivalent reconditioned, To obtain warranty service, please call or fax to the
refurbished or new units or parts or any units. In following telephone numbers from anywhere in the
addition, LG will not re-install or back-up any data, continental United States:
applications or software that you have added to your
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any such data or information prior to sending the unit to Or visit www.lg.com.
LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information. Correspondence may also be mailed to:
LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc.
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Table of Contents

Important Notice ..............................8 On-screen Keyboard ..........................26


123 Mode ..........................................29
Your Phone ......................................13 Entering Special Characters..............29
Installing the micro SIM card............15 Using Clip Tray ..................................29
Charging your phone .........................15 Text Link ............................................29
Getting Started ...............................15 Plug&Pop ...........................................30
Creating your Google account...........32
Switching between and exiting
Signing into your Google account .....32
applications .......................................16
Touch screen tips ..............................18 Google Account Setup ..................32
Proximity sensor ................................18 Making a call.....................................34
Your Home screen .........................18 Calling your contacts.........................34
Answering and rejecting a call .........34
Lock your phone ................................19
Adjusting the in-call volume .............34
Quick Switch to Silent/Vibrate Mode19
Home Screen Overview ...................20 Calls .................................................34
Navigating Through the Home Screen Making a second call ........................35
Canvases ...........................................20 Viewing your call logs .......................35
Navigating Through the Sub-Menus 20 Call settings ......................................35
Customizing your Home screen.........20 Searching for a contact .....................36
Customizing apps icons on the Home Adding a new contact .......................36
screen ................................................21 Favorite Contacts ..............................36
Creating Application Folders on the
Home screen .....................................22 Contacts...........................................36
Customizing the Apps screen............22 AT&T Address Book (AAB) ................37
Home screen clean view ...................23 Messaging.........................................38
Quick access......................................23
Notifications ......................................23
Messaging/Email ...........................38 Watching your saved videos .............51
Email..................................................39 Adjusting the volume when viewing a
Adding an account to your phone .....42 video ..................................................51
Adding a social networking widget on Dual Recording ..................................52
the Home screen ...............................42 Tracking zoom....................................53
Audio zoom........................................54
Social Networking ........................42 Tracking focus ...................................54
Viewing and updating your status ...43 Live Zooming .....................................55
Syncing accounts on your phone ......43 Gallery ...............................................56
Removing accounts on your phone ...43 Music.................................................56
Getting to know the viewfinder ........44 How to save music/video files to the
Camera.............................................44 phone.................................................56
How to play music/video files on the
Taking a photo ..................................45
phone.................................................56
Once youve taken the photo ............45
Playing a song ...................................56
Using the advanced settings.............45
Viewing your saved photos ...............46 Multimedia......................................56
Setting a photo as the wallpaper .....47 Working with Playlists ......................57
Multi-point AF ...................................47 To add a song to a playlist ................57
Shot & Clear ......................................48 To remove a song from a playlist ......57
Super zooming...................................48 To rename a playlist ..........................57
Getting to know the viewfinder ........49 To delete a playlist ............................57
Video Camera .................................49 About Google applications................59
Maps .................................................59
Recording a video..............................50
Using the advanced settings.............50 Google Applications .....................59
After recording a video .....................51 Searching For Locations and Places .60
Table of Contents

Getting Directions .............................60 Networks tab.....................................77


Clear Map..........................................61 Airplane mode ..................................77
Latitude .............................................61 Wi-Fi ..................................................77
Local ..................................................62
Settings............................................77
Play Store ..........................................62
Gmail .................................................62 Bluetooth ...........................................78
Talk ....................................................63 Data Manager ..................................80
QSlide ................................................65 Call ....................................................80
QuickMemo .......................................65 Share & connect................................82
Tethering & networks........................83
Utilities ............................................65 Sound tab ..........................................85
QuickRemote .....................................66 Sound profile .....................................85
QuickTranslator .................................68 Volumes ............................................86
VuTalk ................................................69 Vibrate strength ................................86
Voice Mate ........................................71 Quiet mode ........................................86
Setting the alarm ..............................72 Phone ringtone .................................86
Using the calculator ..........................72 Smart ringtone .................................86
Adding an event to your calendar .....72 Incoming call vibration ......................86
Task Manager....................................73 Gentle vibration.................................86
Tasks..................................................73 Ringtone with vibration.....................86
POLARIS Office 5 ...............................73 Default notification sound ................86
Browser .............................................75 Touch feedback & system ...............86
Using options ....................................75 Display tab ........................................87
Adding bookmarks.............................75 Home screen .....................................87
Lock screen........................................87
The Web ..........................................75
Front touch buttons ..........................88
Changing the Browser settings.........76 Brightness ........................................88
Screen timeout .................................88 Accessory ..........................................96
Screen-off effect ...............................88 About phone ......................................96
Auto-rotate screen ...........................88
LG On-Screen Phone .....................97
Daydream .........................................88
Font type ...........................................88 Software Update ............................99
Font size ...........................................88 Phone Software Update ..................101
Smart screen ....................................89 LG Mobile Phone Software update via
Smart video ......................................89 Over-the-Air (OTA) ...........................101
Notification LED ................................89
Aspect ratio correction .....................89 Trademarks ...................................101
General tab........................................89 Trademarks ......................................102
Gestures ............................................89 DivX Mobile ....................................102
One-handed operation ......................90 Dolby Digital Plus ...........................102
Storage ..............................................90
Battery ...............................................90 Q&A ................................................103
Apps ..................................................91 Accessories ..................................104
Slide Aside .......................................91
Accounts & sync................................91 For Your Safety .............................105
Guest mode .......................................91
Location access ................................92 Safety Guidelines ........................110
Security .............................................92
Language & input .............................93
Backup & reset ..................................93
Browser Bar.......................................94
Date & time ......................................94
Accessibility ......................................94
PC connection....................................95
Important Notice

Please check to see if any problems you have resources consume battery power.
encountered with your phone are described To extend the life of your battery
in this section before taking the phone in for - Turn off radio communications that you aren't
service or calling a service representative. using, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS.
1. Phone Memory Wi-Fi will be set to On the first time you use
your newly purchased phone.
In order to make more memory available, you
- Lower screen brightness and set a shorter
will have to manage your applications and
screen timeout.
delete some data, such as applications or
messages. - Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail,
Calendar, Contacts, and other applications.
Managing Applications
- Some applications you have downloaded may
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
cause your battery power to be reduced.
and tap All settings > General tab
> Apps. - While using downloaded applications, check
the battery charge level.
2 Tap one of the available tabs at the top of
To view the battery charge level
the screen and select the application you
want to uninstall. 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
and tap All settings > General tab
3 Tap Uninstall and then tap OK to confirm
> Battery.
that you want to uninstall the desired
application. 2 The battery status (charging or discharging)
and level are displayed on the screen.
2. Optimizing Battery Life To monitor and control what uses the
You can extend your battery's life between battery
charges by turning off features that you don't 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
need to run constantly in the background. You and tap All settings > General tab
can also monitor how applications and system > Battery .

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Important notice

2 Tap the battery icon. will need to uninstall those applications


3 A list all of the applications or services using and all of its data and settings from the
battery power from the greatest amount phone.
of energy used to the least amount. You
can also use it to turn off applications or 4. Using Swipe, Face Unlock,
services, if they are consuming too much Pattern, PIN, or Password
power. Tap any of the listed items for more Set Swipe, Face Unlock, Pattern, PIN, or
options. Password to secure your phone. To set the
screen lock, follow the process below.
3. Installing an Open Source
From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
Operating System , tap Lock screen settings > Select
Installing an open source operating system screen lock and select a desired screen lock
on your phone and not using the operating from None, Swipe, Face Unlock, Pattern,
system provided by the manufacturer can PIN and Password.
cause your phone to malfunction.
n NOTE
n Warning In case that you have trouble with Face Unlock,
you can unlock the screen a Backup Pattern
If you install and use an operating system
or PIN.
other than the one provided by the
manufacturer, your phone is no longer
n Warning
covered by the warranty.
To protect your phone and personal data, Take precautions when using an unlock
download applications only from trusted Pattern, PIN, or Password. It is very
sources, such as Play Store. If some important that you remember the screen
applications are not properly installed unlock information you set. You are allowed
on your phone, your phone may not work 5 attempts to enter your screen unlock
properly- or serious errors may occur. You information. If you used up all 5 opportunities,

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Important notice

you will have to wait 30 seconds to attempt Read ALL steps before attempting.
unlocking the phone again.
1 Turn the phone off.
When you cant recall your Unlock
2 Press and hold Volume Down Key +
Pattern, PIN, or Password:
Power/Lock Key at the same time.
If you logged into a Google account on 3 Release the Power key when LG logo screen
the phone and failed to use the correct appears.
pattern 5 times, tap Forgot pattern? You 4 Press the Power Key during 4 seconds within
will be required to sign in with your Google 3 seconds.
account and prompted to create a new
5 Factory Hard Reset sceen appears.
unlock pattern.
6 Read the warning and press the Power/
If you have set a backup PIN, you can
Lock Key to confirm. Press the
unlock the screen with keying in the backup
Volume Keys to cancel.
PIN.
If you havent created a Google account on 7 Press the Power/Lock Key to confirm
the phone or you forgot your PIN, Password, once more or press the Volume Keys
and the backup PIN, you need to perform a to cancel.
hard reset. 8 Your device will perform a hard reset.

n Caution 5. Using Safe Mode


If you perform a hard reset, all user Using Safe mode
applications and user data will be deleted.
Please remember to back up any important To recover your phone when malfunctioning.
data before performing a hard reset. Turn off your phone and reboot. When you
see the AT&T booting animation press and
hold the Volume Down Key until you
see the Home screen.
OR

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Important notice

While the phone is on, press and hold the you receive a notification. Your phone is
Power/Lock Key until the Phone recognized as a device on your computer. You can
options menu is displayed. Then press and now copy files to and from the phone.
hold Power off. Your Home screen will then
be displayed with the words "Safe mode" in n TIP
lower left corner. You can access your phone's storages while
9 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key connected as USB storage. So you cannot use
and tap All settings > General tab applications that rely on the storages, such
> Apps. as Music.
10 Tap one of the available tabs at the top of
the screen and select the application you 7. Unlock screen when using
wish to uninstall. data connection
11 Tap Uninstall and OK to confirm. Your screen will go dark if untouched
12 After uninstalling the application, turn off for a period of time when using a data
and reboot your phone. connection. To turn on your LCD screen,
press the Power/Lock Key . To change
6. Connecting your phone to a the length of time the screen takes to turn
computer via USB off, tap the Menu Key > All settings >
Display tab > Screen timeout and select the
1 Use the USB cable that was provided with
desired amount.
your phone to connect the phone to a USB
port on your computer. You'll receive a 8. Internal antenna
notification that the USB is connected and
can see USB connection mode screen. Please hold the mobile phone straight up
as a regular phone.
2 Tap Media sync (MTP) or Send images
(PTP) to confirm that you want to transfer files While making/receiving calls or sending/
between your phone and the computer. receiving data, try to avoid holding the lower
part of the phone where the antenna is
When the phone is connected as USB storage,
located. It may affect call quality.
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Important notice

9. When the screen freezes


If the phone does not respond to user
input or the screen freezes:
Press and hold the Power/Lock Key for
10 seconds to reboot it.

10. Do not connect your phone


when you power on/off
your PC
Make sure to disconnect your phone from the
PC when powering your PC on or off as it might
result in PC errors.

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Your Phone

To turn on the phone, press and hold the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds.
To turn off the phone, press the Power/Lock Key on the back side of the phone for 3 seconds and tap
Power off and OK to confirm.
Front view
Front Camera Lens Earpiece
- Use to take a picture of
yourself or to video chat on Notification LED
supported applications.
Proximity Sensor
Quick Keys
- Senses proximity toward
- Gives you quick access to your other objects, such as your
most used applications. head during a call, so that
- To add an icon, drag and drop it you do not accidentally
in the bar. activate unwanted
- To remove an icon, touch and hold features.
it and remove it from the bar.

Back Key
- Returns to the previous screen. Menu Key
- Closes pop-up menus and dialog - Displays available options for
boxes. the current screen or
application.
Home Key
- Returns to the Home screen from any screen.
- Press and hold to access your most recently
used applications.
n Warning
Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage its LCD and touch screen
functionalities. Do not cover the LCDs proximity sensor with a protective film. This can
cause the sensor to malfunction.
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Your Phone

n TIPS
- Tap the Menu Key whenever you open an application to check what options are available.
Side view
Micro SIM card slot

IR LED

Speaker

3.5mm Headset Jack Charger/


Accessory Port
Rear view
Back Camera Lens Flash

Volume Keys Power/Lock Key

n Notice
The NFC antenna for this model is on the back cover.

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Getting Started

Installing the micro SIM card n Warning


Before you can start exploring your new phone, Always be careful. Ejection tool is a very
youll need to set it up. The eject button is a sharp.
small round aperture just above the tray door.
Charging your phone
To install a new micro SIM card:
1 Connect the wall adapter and USB cable as
1 Insert the micro SIM ejection tool that
shown below. The USB symbol on the USB
comes with the phone (or a thin pin) into the
cable should face toward you.
eject button aperture and push gently but
firmly until the tray pops out. Then pull the
micro SIM card tray located on the left side
of the phone.
Eject button aperture
2 Plug the USB cable (as shown below) into
the phone's Charger/Accessory Port. Make
sure the USB symbol is facing upwards.

2 Position the micro SIM card into the tray. (as


shown above image)
3 Insert the micro SIM card tray.
n NOTE
Turn the phone off before inserting or removing Always unplug the charger from the wall
the SIM card. socket after the phone is fully charged to
save unnecessary power consumption of
the charger.

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Getting Started

n NOTE charging delay. Or, unapproved chargers or


The battery must be fully charged initially cables can cause the battery to explode or
to improve battery lifetime. damage the device, which are not covered
by the warranty.
n NOTE
n Warning
Your phone has an internal antenna. Be
careful not to scratch or damage this It may be interrupted charging when you
rear area, as that will cause loss of use a USB hub which is not retained rated
performance. voltage.
When the battery becomes fully discharged Switching between and
and you connect the phone to a charger,
the Notification LED lights will blink. exiting applications
This is normal operation for a completely Multi-tasking is easy with Android because
discharged battery to prevent overflowing open applications keep running even when you
current because the phone is designed open another application. There is no need to
to provide reasonable protection against quit an application before opening another. Use
damage to the battery. Once the battery has and switch among several open applications.
enough charge, the screen will turn on and Android manages each application, stopping
display a battery image. and starting them as needed, to ensure that
idle applications dont consume resources
n Warning
unnecessarily.
For your safety, do not remove the battery Switching between applications
incorporated in the product.
- Press and hold the Home Key . A list of
n Warning recently used applications will be displayed.
Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries Then tap the application you want to access.
and cables. When using unapproved - To remove an application from the list, swipe
chargers or cables, it may cause battery the app preview to the left or right.
slow charging the message regarding

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Getting Started

To stop/exit an application
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
and tap All settings > General tab
> Apps.
2 Tap one of the tabs at the top of the
screen, choose the desired application
and tap Force stop (or Stop) to stop the
application.

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Your Home screen

Touch screen tips Double-tap - Double-tap to zoom on a Web


page or a map. For example, quickly double-tap a
With the touch of your finger, you can access
section of a Web page to adjust that section to fit
available applications, make menu selections, and
the width of the screen. You can also double-tap
access data saved to your phone. The following
terms are used for describing the different to zoom in and out when using Maps.
available actions using the touchscreen: Pinch-to-Zoom - Use your index finger and
Tap - A single finger tap selects items, links, thumb in a pinch or spread motion to zoom in
shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. or out when using the browser, Maps, Camera,
or browsing pictures.
Touch and hold - Touch and hold an item on
the screen by touching it and not lifting your Rotate the screen - From many applications
finger until an action occurs. For example, to and menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts
open a contact's available options, touch and to the device's physical orientation.
hold the contact in the Contacts list until the n NOTE
context menu opens. To select an item, tap the center of the icon.
Drag - Touch and hold an item for a moment Do not to press too hard; the touch screen is
and then, without lifting your finger, move your sensitive enough to pick up a light, firm touch.
finger on the screen until you reach the target
Use the tip of your finger to tap the option
position. You can drag items on the Home screen
you want. Be careful not to tap any other
to reposition them.
keys or icons.
Swipe or slide - To swipe or slide, quickly
move your finger across the surface of the Proximity sensor
screen, without pausing when you first touch
When receiving and making calls, this sensor
it (so you dont drag an item instead). For
example, you can slide the screen up or down automatically turns the backlight off and locks
to scroll through a list, or browse through the the touch keypad by sensing when the phone
different Home screens by swiping from left to is near your ear. This extends battery life and
prevents the touch keypad from activating
right (and vice versa).
unintentionally during calls.

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Your Home screen

Lock your phone Setting Swipe, Face Unlock, Pattern,


PIN, Password to unlock your phone
When you are not using the phone, press the
Power/Lock Key to lock your phone. You can slide the screen without entering any
This helps prevent accidental presses and saves information, utilize facial recognition, draw your
battery power. own unlock Pattern or enter a PIN or Password to
Also, if you do not use the phone for a while, the add more security to your device. To set Swipe,
Home screen, or other screen you are viewing, is Face Unlock, Pattern, PIN, or Password, from the
automatically replaced with the lock screen after Home screen tap the Menu Key > Lock
30 seconds (depending on the screen timeout screen settings > Select screen lock. Then
settings) of inactivity to conserve the battery and choose from None, Swipe, Face Unlock,
prevent pocket dialing. Pattern, PIN, or Password and enter the
To wake up your phone, press the Power/ desired information.
Lock Key . The lock screen will appear. n Caution
Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock. You are allowed 5 attempts to enter your
The last screen you were working on opens. screen unlock information. If you used up all 5
n NOTE opportunities, you will have to wait 30 seconds
to attempt unlocking the phone again.
The automatic screen timeout can be
configured manually in Settings. To change Quick Switch to Silent/Vibrate
it, tap the Menu Key > All settings >
Display tab > Screen timeout. Mode
To quickly set your phone to silent or vibrate
If there are any programs running when you
mode, slide the Status Bar down and tap
lock the phone, they may still be running in
until or appears.
lock mode. It is recommended that you exit
all programs before entering the lock mode
to avoid unnecessary charges (e.g., phone
call, web access and data communications).

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Your Home screen

Home Screen Overview n NOTE


The main Home screen is the starting point On the Home screen, you can view the Quick
for many applications and functions, and it Keys at the bottom of the screen. The Quick
allows you to add items like application icons, Keys provide easy, one-touch access to the
shortcuts, folders or widgets to give you functions you use the most.
instant access to information and applications.
This is the default page and accessible from Navigating Through the Sub-
any menu by pressing Home Key . Menus
On your Home screen, you can view menu Sub-menus are available when you are at
icons at the bottom of the screen. Menu icons any Home screen or have selected a feature
provide easy and one-touch access to the or application such as Phone, Contacts,
functions you use the most. Messaging or Internet.
1 Touch the Menu Key . A sub-menu
Navigating Through the Home displays at the bottom of the phone screen.
Screen Canvases 2 Tap an option.
Your phone has several Home screen canvases.
If you like, you can place different applications Customizing your Home
on each of the Home screen canvases. screen
From the main Home screen canvas, swipe the You can customize your Home screen by
screen with your finger in either direction. The adding quick access items, such as shortcuts
main Home screen canvas is located in the to an application, widgets, or changing the
middle. To add more canvases, pinch in on the wallpaper.
Home screen and tap . Apps: Add shortcuts to applications on the
You can also customize each canvas with Home screen.
shortcuts, folders, and widgets, which are
shortcuts to your favorite applications.

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Your Home screen

Widgets: Add dynamically updating n NOTE


widgets to your Home screen to allow quick If there is no available space on a particular
access to applications without opening the Home screen panel, you must delete or remove
full application an item before you can add another item. In
Wallpapers: Change the Home screen this case, you have the option of switching to
wallpaper. another Home screen panel.
To add shortcuts to apps or widgets on To delete an application icon from the Home
the Home screen: screen, touch and hold the shortcut icon
or widget you want to delete and drag to
1 Select a location (Home screen canvas) to Remove at the top of the screen. When
add an item by swiping the Home screen
changes to , lift your finger.
from left to right or vice versa.
You cannot delete the preloaded applications.
2 Touch and hold an empty part of the Home (Only their icons can be deleted from the screen).
screen.
3 Tap the type of item you want to add on the Customizing apps icons on the
screen: Apps, or Widgets. Home screen
4 Tap the desired app or widget. You can customize each application icon with
5 You will see a new icon on the Home screen. images from your Gallery.
To place it on a different canvas, touch and 1 Touch and hold an application icon until its
hold it to drag it to the desired location and unlocked from its current position. Then
release your finger from the screen. drop it on the screen. The editing icon
n TIP will appear in the upper right corner of the
application.
To add a preloaded application or an application
you have downloaded from Play Store to the
Home screen, simply touch and hold the icon
you want in the Apps screen and drag it to the
desired Home screen canvas.

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Your Home screen

Creating Application Folders


on the Home screen
You can create application folders to hold
similar applications if you wish.
On the Home screen
1 Touch and hold an icon to unlock it from its
positions. Then drag it over another icon and
release it.
2 A folder will be created.
On the Apps screen
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
2 Tap the application icon again and select the to open the Apps screen.
desired icon design. Or tap Photo icon to 2 Tap , then touch and hold the desired
take a new picture or select a picture from icon to release it from its position.
the Gallery.
3 Drag the icon over another icon and release
it to create a folder.
Customizing the Apps screen
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
.
2 Tap the Apps tab at the top of the screen
to go to the Apps screen, if it is not already
selected.
3 Touch the Menu Key to customize the
Apps screen using View apps by, Show
large icons, App menu wallpaper, Hide/
Show apps.
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Your Home screen

Home screen clean view Notifications


You can see the wallpaper without items on Notifications alert you to the arrival of new
the Home screen by pinching out. Pinch in or messages, calendar events, and alarms, as
tap the Back Key to see applications and well as to ongoing events, such as video
widgets again. downloads. From the Notifications panel,
you can view your phones current status and
pending 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 showing things like Wi-Fi or battery
strength on the right.
n NOTE
Quick access The available options may vary depending on
To view the quick access items, drag up from the region or service provider.
the front key area.
Notification icons System icons

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Your Home screen

Accessing notifications
Swipe the Status Bar down to open the
Notifications panel to access notifications. To
close the Notifications panel, swipe the bar at
the bottom of the screen upwards.

Quick Settings
Use the Quick Settings to easily toggle function
settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness
and more. To access the Quick Settings, swipe
the Status Bar down to open the Notifications Indicator icons on the Status Bar
panel and select any of the available Quick Indicator icons appear on the Status Bar at
Setting apps at the top of the screen. the top of the screen to report missed calls,
n NOTE new messages, calendar events, device status
Touch and hold an icon on the Quick Settings and more.
menu to go directly to that setting's menu
screen.
To rearrange Quick Setting items on the The icons displayed at the top of the screen
Notification panel provide information about the status of the
Open the Notifications panel, swipe the Quick device. The icons listed in the table below are
Settings to the left, and tap tap . some of the most common ones.
To rearrange items, drag to the desired
location. To add more icons, select the desired
functions.

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Your Home screen

Icon Description Icon Description

No SIM card inserted Ringer is silenced

No network signal available Vibrate mode is on

Airplane mode is on Battery fully charged

Connected to a Wi-Fi network Battery is charging

Phone is connected to PC via


Wired headset connected
USB cable
Call in progress Downloading data

Missed call Uploading data

Bluetooth is on GPS is on

Receiving location data from


NFC is on GPS

System warning Data is synchronizing

An alarm is set New Gmail message available

New Google Talk message


New voicemail available available

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Your Home screen

Icon Description On-screen Keyboard


New text or multimedia You can enter text using the on-screen
message keyboard. The on-screen keyboard displays
automatically on the screen when you need to
A song is currently playing enter text. To manually display the keyboard,
simply tap a text field where you want to
Mobile hotspot is active enter text.
There are three types of keyboards that you
Choose input method can use: Android keyboard (AOSP),
Google voice typing and LG Keyboard.
To select the keyboard:
DLNA content share
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu
Key > All settings > General tab
DLNA music playing
> Language & input > Default (Under
Setup input methods).
2 Select the default keyboard between
Android keyboard (AOSP), Google
voice typing and LG Keyboard.
OR
1 While entering text, drag the Status Bar
down and tap Choose input method.
2 Select the desired input method from
Android keyboard (AOSP), Google
voice typing or LG Keyboard. (default).

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Your Home screen

LG keyboard - Letters Entry LG keyboard - Numbers and Symbols


Entry

Letters Key - Tap to change input to


Shift Key - Tap once to capitalize the next
letters entry.
letter you type. Double-tap for all caps.
Space Key - Tap to enter a space.
Number and Symbols - Tap to change
input to number and symbol entry. Enter Key - Tap to move the cursor to
the next line.
Handwriting/Voice to Text/Clip Tray/
Delete Key - Tap to delete characters to
Settings Key - Tap to enter text by voice.
the left of the cursor.
Touch and hold to enter text by handwriting
or access the keyboard settings.
Space Key - Tap to enter a space.
Enter Key - Tap to move the cursor to the
next line.
Delete Key - Tap to delete characters to
the left of the cursor.

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Your Home screen

Android keyboard (AOSP) - Letters Entry Android keyboard (AOSP) -


Numbers and Symbols Entry

Shift Key - Tap once to capitalize the


next letter you type. Double-tap for all
caps. Alt Key - Tap to enter additional
Number and Symbols Key - Tap to symbols.
change input to number and symbol entry. Letters Key - Tap to change input to
Voice to Text/Settings Key - Tap to letters entry.
enter text by voice. Touch and hold to set Settings Key - Touch and hold to set
various keyboard settings. various Android keyboard settings.
Space Key - Tap to enter a space. Space Key - Tap to enter a space.
Enter Key - Tap to move the cursor to Enter Key - Tap to move the cursor to
the next line. the next line.
Delete Key - Tap to delete characters to the Delete Key - Tap to delete characters to
left of the cursor. the left of the cursor.

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Your Home screen

123 Mode You can save the clipboard up to 20 items and


tap and hold the clipboard and tap to delete
This mode allows you to enter numbers in a
text message (a telephone number, for them.
example) more quickly. Tap the keys n NOTE
corresponding to the required digits before This function may not be supported in the
manually switching back to the appropriate downloaded apps.
text entry mode by tapping on the LG
Keyboard or on the Android keyboard. Text Link
Entering Special Characters Text Link recommends apps related to text in
messages or to other text you've selected. It
The on-screen keyboard allows you to enter
connects directly to Calendar, Contacts, Call,
special characters (e.g., ).
Sending messages, Sending emails, Web,
To enter a special character, press and hold the Maps, YouTube, Calculator, etc.
desired key (press the a key for example).
n NOTE
After the special character appears, slide your
finger over it and lift it off it to enter it. If it is set to English or Korean, Text Link
performs more functions than in other
Using Clip Tray language settings.
Press and hold to cut or copy the text and Overly long sentences are subject to
images during eding them, they will be saved limitations. Arithmetic operators (such as +, -,
in the clipboard automaticlally. * and /) start Calculator.
Whenever you can paste them into the desired If Text Link is not linked to an app actually, Go
space. Web: can be displayed for searching.
Press and hold the text input field and select
the clipboard. Or you can use the clipboard
saved taping and holding > .

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Your Home screen

To use Text Link: Plug&Pop


1 Plug in the headset or OTG(the mouse,
keyboard,
2 The applications panel displays and you can
select an app to run.
n NOTE
You can edit the applications to display on the
panel and set not to show the applications
panel.

Setting: Tap > > Systems settings >


Accessory > USB Storage or Earphone.

Tap a message bubble with .


Create a text block on a webpage or emails or
and select Text Link.
Tap Share and select Text Link.

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Your Home screen

31
Google Account Setup

The first time you open a Google application on Signing into your Google
your phone, you will be required to sign in with
your existing Google account. If you do not
account
have a Google account, you will be prompted 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
to create one. .
2 Tap Settings > General tab >
Creating your Google account Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT >
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key . Google > Existing.
2 Tap Settings > General tab > 3 Enter your email and password and tap .
Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT > 4 Read the disclaimer about signing in and
Google > New. checkmark if you want to keep updated with
3 Enter your username and tap . Your news and offers from Google Play. Then
phone will communicate with Google servers tap OK.
and check for username availability. 5 After signing in, you can use Gmail and take
4 Enter and re-enter your password. Then advantage of Google services on your phone.
follow the instructions and enter the 6 Once you have set up your Google
required and optional information about account, your phone will be automatically
the account. Wait while the server creates synchronized with your Google account on
your account. the web. (Depending on your synchronization
settings.)
After signing in, your phone will sync with
your Google services, such as Gmail, Contacts,
Google Calendar, and Picasa photo albums.
You can also use Maps, download applications
from Play Store, back up your settings to
Google servers, and take advantage of other
Google services on your phone.

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Google Account Setup

IMPORTANT
Some applications, such as Calendar,
work only with the first Google Account
you add. If you plan to use more than one
Google Account with your phone, be sure
to sign into the one you want to use with
such applications first. When you sign in,
your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar
events, and other information from these
applications and services on the web are
synchronized with your phone. If you dont
sign into a Google Account during setup,
you will be prompted to sign in or to create
a Google Account the first time you start an
application that requires one, such as Gmail
or Play Store.
If you have an enterprise account through
your company or other organization, your IT
department may have special instructions on
how to sign into that account.

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Calls

Making a call Answering and rejecting a


1 From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key call
to open the keypad.
When the screen is locked
2 Enter the number on the keypad. To delete a
When your phone rings, swipe the Answer
digit, tap the Clear Key .
icon in any direction to answer the
3 Tap the Call Key to make a call. incoming call.
4 To end a call, tap the End Key . Swipe the Decline icon in any direction
n TIP to reject an incoming call.

To enter + to make international calls, When the screen is unlocked


touch and hold . When your phone rings, tap the Answer
Key . Tap Decline Key to reject an
Calling your contacts incoming call.
1 From the Home screen, tap Contacts to
open your contacts. n NOTE

2 Scroll through the contact list or tap the Tap or swipe the Decline with message
Search contacts field and enter the first Key if you want to send a message to the
caller. If the caller is unknown, the Decline
letter(s) of the contact you want to call. You
with message Key is not available.
can also tap the letters at the right side of
the screen. Adjusting the in-call volume
3 In the list that is displayed, tap the contact To adjust the in-call volume during a call,
you want to call. use the Volume Keys on the back side of the
phone.
4 In the Contact Info screen, tap the phone
number you wish to call.

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Calls

Making a second call n TIP


1 During your initial call, tap the Menu Key Tap the Menu Key , then tap Delete all
and select Add call. to delete all the recorded items or Delete
2 Dial the number or search your contacts. to delete individual or groups of entries.
3 Tap the Call Key to connect the call. Call settings
4 Both calls will be displayed on the call You can configure phone call settings, such
screen. Your initial call will be put on hold. as call forwarding, and other special features
5 Tap the Call entry on the screen to toggle offered by your carrier.
between active calls or tap Merge calls 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key
to merge the calls. and tap All settings.
6 To end active calls, tap the End Key . 2 Tap the Networks tab (if necessary) > Call.
If there is no active call, it will end the call 3 Set any of the available options.
on hold.
n NOTE
You will be charged for each call you make.

Viewing your call logs


From the Home screen, tap the Phone Key
and the Call logs tab.
You can view a complete list of all dialed,
received, and missed voice calls.
n TIP
Tap any single call log entry to view the
date, time, and duration of the call.

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Contacts

You can add contacts on your phone and n NOTE


synchronize them with the contacts in your The entry fields varies depending on the
Google Account or other accounts that account.
support syncing contacts. 3 If you want to add a picture to the new
Searching for a contact contact, tap . Choose from Take photo
or Select from Gallery. Then browse for
From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
an image and select it.
and tap Contacts to open your
4 Tap to enter more specific name
contacts.
information.
OR
From the Home screen, tap the Phone 5 Enter the details about your contact.
Key > Contacts tab. 6 Tap Save to save the contact entry.
1 Tap the Search contacts field and enter Favorite Contacts
the contact name using the keypad. You
You can classify frequently called contacts
can also tap the letters at the right side
as favorites.
of the screen.
To add a contact to your favorites
Adding a new contact 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
1 From the Home screen, tap the Phone and then Contacts to open your
Key and enter the new contacts contacts.
number. Tap the Menu Key >
2 Tap a contact to view its details.
Add to Contacts > New contact.
3 Tap the star to the right of the contacts
2 Tap and select the account where you
name. The star turns gold and the contact
want to add the new contact. Locations
is added to your favorites.
depend on the type of accounts you have
added to your device.

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Contacts

To remove a contact from your favorites


list
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
and then Contacts .
2 Tap the Favorites tab.
3 Tap a contact to view its details.
4 Tap the gold star to the right of the
contacts name. The star turns grey
and the contact is removed from your
favorites.

AT&T Address Book (AAB)


AT&T Address Book (AAB) is an application
that automatically syncs your contacts to an
online address book for safekeeping! When
you first turn on the phone or change your SIM
card and tap Contacts, the AAB application is
displayed.
After signing up for this service, your
information is synced on a regular basis.
You can find more information on this service
and access your online address book at
www.att.com/addressbook. You can find
the synchronization menu for the service by
tapping the Menu Key > All settings >
General tab > Accounts & sync > AT&T
Address Book.

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Messaging/Email

Messaging 5 Tap Send to send your message.


Your phone combines text and multimedia n Warning
messaging into one intuitive, easy-to-use
menu. The 160-character limit may vary from
country to country depending on how the
Conversation view text message is coded and the language
Messages exchanged with another party are used in the message.
displayed in chronological order so that you
can conveniently see an overview of your n Warning
conversation. If an image, video, or audio file is added
Sending a message to a text message, it will be automatically
converted into a multimedia message and
1 Tap Messaging on the Home screen,
you will be charged accordingly.
then tap to create a new message.
n NOTE
2 Enter a contact name or phone number
in the To field. As you enter the contact When you get a text message during a call,
name, matching contacts appear. You can there will be an audible notification.
tap a suggested recipient. You can also add Using smilies
multiple contacts.
Liven up your messages using smilies.
n NOTE When writing a new message, tap the Menu
You will be charged for a text message for Key > Insert smiley.
every person you send the message to. Changing your message settings
3 Tap the text field and start entering your
Your phone's message settings are predefined,
message.
so you can send messages immediately.
4 Tap the Menu Key to open the options You can change the settings based on your
menu. Choose from any of the available preferences.
options.

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Messaging/Email

] From the Home screen, tap Messaging public or private.


> Menu Key > Settings.
Other (POP3 & IMAP4) Email
Email Account
You can use the Email application to read Email address Enter the account email
address.
email from providers other than Gmail. The
Email application supports the following Password Enter the account password.
account types: POP3, IMAP and Microsoft Incoming server settings
Exchange (for Enterprise users). POP3 & IMAP4 server Select protocol
type, either POP3 or IMAP.
To open the Email application Security type Choose from Off, SSL, or TLS.
] From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key Port number Normally each accounts
> Email . default number will be displayed.
The first time you open the Email application,
a setup wizard opens to help you add an email
Outgoing server settings
account. SMTP server Enter the outgoing email
server address.
Microsoft Exchange Email Account Security type Choose from Off, SSL, or TLS.
Email address Enter the account email Port number Normally each accounts
address. default number will be displayed.
Password Enter the account password.
Server address Enter the server address. To open your Combined inbox
Domain Enter the account domain (optional). If you have configured email to send and
Username Enter the account username. receive email from more than one account, you
Use secure connection (SSL) Choose can view all messages sent to all accounts in
whether or not to use SSL for Microsoft your Combined inbox.
Exchange. ] Open the Email application and touch
Client certificate If you check mark this, . Then touch Combined
you accept all SSL certificates regardless
inbox.
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Messaging/Email

Messages in the Combined inbox are color Tap Cancel to abandon and delete a message,
coded on the left, by account. including any saved drafts. If you are not
When a new email arrives in the Inbox, there connected to a network, for example if youre
will be sound and/or vibration notification working in airplane mode, the messages you
(depending on your current sound and vibrate send are stored in your Outbox folder until
settings). youre connected to a network. If it contains
any pending messages, the Outbox will be
Composing and Sending Email displayed on the Accounts screen.
1 In the Email application, tap Compose . n NOTE
2 Enter an address for the messages intended The messages sent using an Exchange account
recipient. As you enter text, matching will not be stored on the phone; they will be
addresses will be offered from your stored on the Exchange server itself. If you
contacts. Separate multiple addresses with want to see your sent messages in the Sent
commas. folder, you may need to open the Sent folder
3 Tap the Menu Key > Add Cc/Bcc to and select Refresh from the options menu.
copy or blind copy to other contacts/email
addresses. Working with Account Folders
4 Tap the text field and enter your message. Each account has Inbox, Outbox, Sent,
Drafts, Trash and Junk folders. Depending
5 Tap Attach to attach the file you want to
on the features your account service provider
send with your message.
supports, you may have additional folders.
6 Tap Send to send the message.
If you are not ready to send the message,
tap Save to save it in a Drafts folder. Touch
a message in the Drafts folder to resume
working on it. Your message will also be saved
as a draft if you touch the Back Key
before sending it.

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Messaging/Email

Adding and Editing Email Accounts


To add an email account
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
> Email .
2 Select the desired email provider.
If an email account is already set up, the
wizard is not activated automatically.
In this case, tap the Menu Key >
Settings > .
To change account settings
1 Open the Email application.
2 Tap the Menu Key > Settings.
3 Tap General settings to adjust the settings
that affect all accounts. Or tap an individual
account to adjust settings only for that
account.
To delete an email account
1 Open the Email application.
2 Tap the Menu Key > Settings.
3 Select the account(s) you want to delete
and tap Remove account.
4 Tap Yes to confirm.

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Social Networking

With your phone, you can enjoy social Adding a social networking
networking and manage your micro-blog in
on-line communities. You can update your
widget on the Home screen
current status, upload photos, and view your If you add a social networking widget on
friends status updates in real-time. your Home screen, the widget will show
your status when your phone receives
You can add your Facebook, Google+, and
updates from the network.
Twitter accounts to your phone. If you dont
You can also access the social community
have an account, you can visit their sites to
directly by tapping the widget.
set one up.
1 Touch and hold an empty spot on the Home
n NOTE
screen.
Additional costs may be incurred when n NOTE
connecting and using online services.
Check your data charges with your network If there is no available space on a particular
provider. Home screen panel, you won't be able to
add any widget; you must delete or remove
Adding an account to your an item before you can add another item. In
phone this case, you have the option of switching
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu to another Home screen panel.
Key > All settings > General tab > 2 Tap the Widgets tab and scroll to the right
Accounts & sync. or left until you see the social network you
2 Tap ADD ACCOUNT. want.
3 Tap any social networking service you want 3 Tap the desired widget to add it to the Home
to use. screen panel.
4 Enter your email address and password
that you set up for your social networking
account, then tap Log in.

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Social Networking

Viewing and updating your 3 Tap the account you want to sync.
status 4 Check the desired options, such as
Contacts.
1 Go to the Home screen panel where the
A checkmark indicates that synchronization
social networking widget is located. You can
has been enabled.
see the current status of social applications
you set. Removing accounts on your
2 Tap the Status update icon or field to phone
update your status with comments or
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu
upload pictures.
Key > All settings > General tab >
3 After entering comments and attachment Accounts & sync.
(if any), tap the Post icon.
2 Tap the account(s) you want to delete, then
n TIP Menu Key > Remove account > OK.
You can use information about friends only
in your social network(s) or sync all data
to Contacts.

Syncing accounts on your


phone
You can sync information from your social
networking accounts with your Contacts and
other functions on your phone, if applicable.
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu
Key > All settings > General tab >
Accounts & sync.
2 Checkmark Auto-sync data to activate
automatic synchronization.

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Camera

Getting to know the viewfinder


To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen.

Swap camera Allows you to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera
lens.
Flash Tap to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto.

Mode Switch Touch and Slide to


switch between Camera
mode and Video mode.

Capture Allows you to take a photo.

Gallery This enables you to access your


saved photos and videos within
the camera mode. Simply tap
and your Gallery will appear on
the screen.

Settings Tap to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings on page
43.

Mode Allows you select the shot mode from Normal, Shot & Clear, Dynamic
tone(HDR), Panorama, VR panorama, Burst shot, Beauty shot, Dual
camera, Time catch shot, Intelligent auto, Sports and Night.

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Camera

Taking a photo Cheese shutter - Allows you to take a


picture by voice.
1 From the Home screen, tap Camera .
Brightness - Defines and controls of the
2 Holding the phone horizontally, point the
amount of sunlight entering the lens. Slide
lens towards the subject you want to
the brightness indicator along the bar
photograph.
towards - for a lower brightness video or
n NOTE towards + for a higher brightness video.
To zoom in use the pinch-to-zoom method. Focus - Tap to select the focus mode.
Auto: Allows the camera to focus
3 A focus box will appear in the center
automatically. (The camera continuously
of the viewfinder screen. You can also
focuses on the objects in the photo).
tap anywhere on the screen to focus on
that spot. Manual: Allows you to set the focus
mode manually before taking a photo.
4 When the focus box turns green, the
Face tracking: The camera detects and
camera has focused on your subject.
focuses on human faces automatically.
5 Tap Capture to take a picture. Image size - Tap to set the size (in pixels)
Once youve taken the photo of the picture you take. Select a pixel value
Your captured photo will appear on the from the following options: 4160x3120
screen if Auto review is set to On (refer to (4:3), 4160x2340 (16:9), 3264x2448 (4:3),
Using the advanced settings). Otherwise, 1280x960 (4:3).
tap the image preview at the bottom right ISO - Control the camera's sensitivity to
corner of the screen to view the picture. light. Choose from Auto, 100, 200, 400
and 800.
Using the advanced settings White balance - The white balance
In the viewfinder, tap to open the ensures any the white areas in your picture
advanced options. are realistic. To enable your camera to
adjust the white balance correctly, you may
You can change the camera settings by
need to determine the light conditions.
scrolling the list. After selecting the option,
Choose from Auto, Incandescent, Sunny,
tap the empty spot.
Fluorescent, and Cloudy.

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Camera

Color effect - Allows you to set a color Reset - Restore all camera default
effect for the photo. Choose from None, settings.
Mono, Sepia, and Negative. n NOTE
Timer - The self-timer allows you to set a
delay after the shutter is pressed. Select When you exit the camera, some settings
Off, 3 sec, 5 sec, or 10 sec. This is ideal if will return to their defaults. Check the
you want to be included in a photo. camera settings before you take your
Auto review - If you set Auto review on, next photo.
it will automatically display the picture that The settings menu is superimposed over
was just taken. the viewfinder, so when you change
Geotagging - Activate to use your phones elements of the image color or quality,
location-based services. Take pictures you will see a preview of the image
wherever you are and tag them with the change behind the settings menu.
location. If you upload tagged pictures to a Viewing your saved photos
blog that supports geotagging, you can see
the pictures displayed on a map. You can access your saved photos from
within the camera mode. Just tap the
n NOTE image preview at the bottom of the camera
This function uses wireless networks. screen.
You need to activate Googles location n TIP
service. From the Home screen, tap the Flick left or right to view other photos or
Menu Key > All settings > General videos. Tap the screen to display other
tab > Location access > GPS satellites options menus.
and Wi-Fi & mobile network location. Tap to share the photo using
Shutter sound - adjust the sound the SmartShare (turn on Wi-Fi if its not
shutter makes when taking a picture. already on).
Help - Touch this whenever you want to Tap to edit the photo.
know how a function works. This icon will Tap to take a new photo.
provide you with a quick guide. Tap to share the photo.
Tap to delete the photo.

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Camera

Menu Key - Tap to access Set image Multi-point AF


as, Move, Copy, Copy to Clip Tray, When take a picture, Multi-point AF
Rename, Rotate left, Rotate right, Crop, function is operate automatically. you can
Slideshow, Add location, Print and see the clear image.
Details.
n TIP
If you have a social networking account
and set it up on your phone, you can share
your photo with your social networking
community.
n NOTE
Additional charges may apply when
multimedia messages are downloaded
while roaming.
Setting a photo as the wallpaper
1 Tap the photo you want to set as
wallpaper to open it.
2 Tap the Menu Key > Set image as
> Home screen wallpaper.
3 Crop the image as desired and tap Yes.

n NOTE
When multi-point AF is operate, focus box
will be changed to green color.

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Camera

Shot & Clear Super zooming


Take a phone. Tap any of the outlined You can use a zoom up to 8 times while
objects to remove it from the photo. taking pictures.
1 Open the Camera application. n TIP
2 Tap > Shot & Clear. Super zooming is operation during zoom in/
3 Tap . out automatically in general mode.
4 Tap outlined object to removed > . n NOTE
n NOTE Use caution a steady hand. This does not
Please take a picture without moving the work with some functions.
camera. Taking pictures with fast-moving subjects
This function may not be supported, if moving could be stacked each other.
object's color and the background color are
similar.
This function may not be supported, if moving
object's size is too small or too big.
This function may not be supported, if the
object's movement is small.
When there are too many moving objects, only
a part of the movement can be detected.

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Video Camera

Getting to know the viewfinder


To open the Video Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen and slide down.

Swap camera Allows you to swap between the rear camera lens and the
front camera lens.
Flash Tap to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto.
Mode Switch Touch and Slide to switch
between Camera mode and
Video mode.
Record Allows you to start recording.
Gallery This enables you to access your
saved photos and videos from
within the video camera mode.
Simply tap and your Gallery will
appear on the screen.
Settings Tap to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings on
page 48.
Recording mode - Allows you to change the recording mode to Normal, Live
effect, Dual recording or Tracking zoom.

n TIP
When recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the
Zoom function.

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Video Camera

Recording a video Audio zoom Increases sound sensitivity


in zooming area and decreases noise when
1 From the Home screen, tap Camera
recording.
and slide the Mode Switch button
down to change to Video mode. The Record Video size Allows you to change the
icon will change to . video resolution to 1920x1080(60fps),
1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720,
2 The video cameras viewfinder will appear
320x240(MMS), 176x144(MMS).
on the screen.
Brightness Defines and controls of
3 Holding the phone horizontally, point the the amount of sunlight entering the lens.
lens towards the subject of the video. Slide the brightness indicator along the bar
4 Tap Record once to start recording. towards - for a lower brightness video or
5 A timer showing the length of the video towards + for a higher brightness video.
is displayed at the top left corner of the White balance The white balance ensures
screen. any the white areas in your video are realistic.
6 Tap Stop to stop recording. To enable your camera to adjust the white
balance correctly, you may need to determine
n NOTE the light conditions. Choose from Auto,
] Tap on the screen to take a Incandescent, Sunny, Fluorescent, and
capture while you're recording. Cloudy.
] Tap on the screen to take a puase while Color effect - Allows you to set a color
you're recording. effect for the photo. Choose from None,
Mono, Sepia, and Negative.
Using the advanced settings Auto review If you turn Auto review on,
Using the viewfinder, tap to open the it will automatically play the video you just
advanced options. recorded.
Adjust the video camera settings by scrolling Geotagging Activate to use your phones
the list. After selecting the option, tap the location-based services. Take videos wherever
empty spot.
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you are and tag them with the location. If you n NOTE
upload tagged videos to a blog that supports Additional charges may apply when multimedia
geotagging, you can see the videos displayed messages are downloaded while roaming.
on a map.
Help - Touch this if you want to know how Watching your saved videos
this function works. This icon will provide 1 In the viewfinder, tap the image preview at
you with a quick guide. the bottom of the camera screen.
Reset - Restore all video camera default 2 Your Gallery will appear on the screen.
settings. 3 Tap a video to play it automatically.

After recording a video Adjusting the volume when


Touch the image preview at the bottom of the viewing a video
screen to view the last video you recorded. To adjust the volume of a video while it is
Tap to share your video using the playing, use the Volume Keys on the back side
SmartShare function. of the phone.
Tap to record another video
immediately.
Tap to share the video.
Tap to delete the video.
Menu Key - Tap to access Move,
Copy, Trim, Rename, and Details.

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Dual Recording n NOTE


The Dual Recording feature allows you to ] Drag the small screen to move it to your
record videos with the front and rear cameras desired location.
at the same time. ] Touch and hold the small screen to
1 Open the Camera application. resize it.
2 Change to video mode and tap > Dual ] Tap on the small screen to switch screens.
recording. 4 Tap on the screen to take a pause while
you're recording.
5 Tap on the screen to take a stop while
you're recording.

3 Tap Record to start dual recording.

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Tracking zoom n NOTE


Defines focus to enlarge before taking a video. ] Drag the small screen to move it to your
Press and hold the small screen to resize or desired location.
move it. ] Touch and hold the small screen to
1 Open the Camera application. resize it.
2 Change to video mode and tap > ] Tracking zoom is only availabel rear
Tracking zoom. camera status not front camera.

3 Tap Record to start recording.

4 Tap on the screen to take a pause while


you're recording.
5 Tap on the screen to take a stop while
you're recording.

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Audio zoom Tracking focus


Increase sound sensitivity in zooming area and 1 Open the Camera application.
decrease noise when recording. 2 Change to video mode and tap Record to
1 Open the Camera application. start recording.
2 Change to video mode, tap > Audio 3 Tap on the subject in the preview screen
zoom > On. to track it.
3 Tap Record to start recording. 4 Tap to refine the focus.
4 Zoom in a certain area to increase sound
sensitivity and decrease noise.

n NOTE
] Available only in landscape view.
4 Tap on the screen to take a pause while
you're recording.
5 Tap on the screen to take a stop while
you're recording.

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n NOTE
According to the selected object, this function
may not be working.
This function may not be work in some
settings.

Live Zooming
Live Zooming allows you to zoom in or zoom n NOTE
out on a portion of a video that is being played
] While a video is playing, slide the
to make the desired section appear larger or
screen up or down to adjust the screen
smaller.
brightness.
When viewing a video, use your index finger
] While playing a video, slide the screen left
and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to
or right to rewind or fast-forward.
zoom in or out.
] Do not press too hard; the touch screen
is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but
firm touch.

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You can store multimedia files to a internal to the phone's removable storage using
memory to have easy access to all your a card reader.
image and video files. - If there is a video file with a subtitle file
(.smi file with the same name as the
Gallery video file), place them in the same folder
From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key to display the subtitle automatically
> Gallery . when playing the video file.
Music - When downloading music or video files,
copyright must be secured. Please note
Your phone has a music player that lets
that a corrupted file or file with a wrong
you play all your favorite tracks. To access
extension may cause damage to the
the music player from the Home screen,
phone.
tap the Apps Key and tap Music .

How to save music/video files How to play music/video


to the phone files on the phone
Connect your phone to the PC using Playing music/video files
the USB cable. Locate the file you want in the Gallery or
You'll receive a notification that the USB Music applications and tap it to play it.
is connected and the USB connection type
prompt is displayed. Tap Media sync Playing a song
(MTP) or Send images (PTP) and open 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps
the folder you wish to view from your Key and tap Music .
computer. 2 Tap the Songs tab.
Save music or video files from the 3 Tap the song you want to play.
PC to the phone. 4 Tap to pause the song.
- You may copy or move files from the PC 5 Tap to skip to the next song.

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6 Tap to go back to the beginning of To add a song to a playlist


the song. Tap twice to go back to Touch and hold a song and tap Add to
the previous song. playlist. Then choose the name of the
To change the volume while listening to playlist. You can also add the song that is
music, press the Volume Keys on the back playing in the Playback screen by pressing
side of the phone. the Menu Key then tapping Add to
Touch and hold a song to access the playlist and selecting the desired playlist.
following options: Play, Add to playlist,
Share, Set music as, Delete, Details,
To remove a song from a
and Search. playlist
1 Open a playlist.
Working with Playlists 2 Touch and hold the song you want
You can create playlists to organize your to remove, then tap Remove from
music files into sets of songs, which playlist.
you can play in the order you set or in a
shuffle. To rename a playlist
To create a playlist 1 Open the Playlists library.
1 When viewing the library tap the 2 Touch and hold the playlist to display
Playlists tab. the options menu, then tap Rename.
2 Tap the Menu Key > New playlist. 3 Enter the desired name and tap OK.
3 Enter a name for the playlist, then tap
OK.
To delete a playlist
1 Open the Playlists library.
4 Select the songs you want to add to the
playlist and tap Add. The new playlist is 2 Touch and hold the playlist to display
added to the Playlists library. the options menu, then tap Delete.
3 Tap Yes to confirm.

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n NOTE
Music file copyrights may be protected
by international treaties and national
copyright laws. Therefore, it may be
necessary to obtain permission or a
licence to reproduce or copy music. In
some countries, national laws prohibit
private copying of copyrighted material.
Before downloading or copying the file,
please check the national laws of the
relevant country concerning the use of
such material.

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Google Applications

About Google applications n Tip


Google applications, including mobile While viewing a map, tap the Menu Key
versions of Gmail, Google Talk, Google for the following options: Clear Map,
Calendar, and Google Maps, are loaded Make available offline, Settings and
on your phone. Help.
1 To set up a Google account, tap any To get an address and additional
Google application, enter your user information for a location
name and password and sign in. 1 Touch and hold a location on the map.
2 After signing in, your contacts, email, A balloon with the address and a
and calendar in your Google account thumbnail from Street View (if available)
will automatically synchronize with opens over the location.
your phone. 2 Tap the balloon to access additional
options.
Maps
To view map, satellite, or traffic
To open Google Maps and view
layers
your location
] Tap the Layers icon on the map
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps
and select a layer option. You can
Key and tap Maps .
choose from Traffic, Satellite, Terrain,
2 Tap the My Location icon on the Latitude, and others.
screen.
n NOTE
The map centers on a blue arrow that
indicates your location. A blue circle 1 If the message "Turn on GPS and mobile
around the arrow indicates that your network location" is shown, please tap
actual location is within the circle. Settings > General tab > Location
access and tap Access to my
location to activate location.

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Searching For Locations and Getting Directions


Places To get directions
You can search for a location and view it 1 While viewing a map, tap .
on a map. You can also search for places 2 Enter a starting point in the top text
on the map that you're viewing. box and your destination in the bottom
To search for a location text box.
1 While viewing a map, tap at the To reverse directions, tap the Menu
bottom of the screen. Key and tap Reverse Start & End.
2 In the search box, enter the place 3 Tap the icon for car, public transit,
you're looking for. You can enter an biking, or walking directions.
address, a city, or a type of business or 4 Tap GET DIRECTIONS. The directions
establishment. For example, theater in to your destination appear as a route.
New York.
To view turn-by-turn navigation
3 Tap the Search icon on the directions
keyboard.
You can view each turn in your route as a
Markers with letter labels indicate list of written directions.
search matches on the map.
When searching for directions,
n NOTE tap NAVIGATION instead of GET
Location information might be inaccurate if DIRECTIONS to view turn-by-turn
GPS and Wi-Fi are turned off. Please make directions in Navigation View.
sure that GPS and Wi-Fi are turned on. To search for locations along your
route
You can search for businesses, points of
interest, and other features along your
route. When you search while navigating,

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your results include locations along your shared automatically. It is by invitation only.
route, rather than locations that are near You must join Latitude and then invite
your current location. your friends to view your location or
] Touch and hold the Menu Key and accept invitations from your friends.
search for locations of interest. To join Latitude
The results are displayed as markers ] While viewing a map, tap and then
along your route; the first result is Join Latitude.
labeled. You can tap a label for more The first time you join Latitude, you're
information about the marker. prompted to accept or reject the
] When you're finished, tap the Google privacy policy.
Navigation icon to return to
To open Latitude
Navigation View.
After you join Latitude, you can open it to
Clear Map find your friends and view their updates.
Clear any information, such as routes and ] While viewing a map, tap and
search results, from the map. then Latitude.
To clear a map To invite friends to share their
While viewing a map, tap the Menu Key locations
and tap Clear Map. After you join Latitude, you can start
sharing your location with your friends.
Latitude Only friends whom you have explicitly
Finding Your Friends with Google invited or accepted can see your location.
LatitudeTM 1 Open Latitude and tap .
Google Latitude lets you and your friends 2 Tap Select from Contacts or Add via
view each others' locations on maps and email address in the menu that opens.
get directions to your friends' locations 3 Tap Add friends at the bottom of
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Latitude, they receive an email request applications, and you can find them by
and a notification on Latitude. If they scrolling down with your finger. You can
have not yet joined Latitude, they open downloaded applications from the
receive an email inviting them to sign in Play Store by tapping the Menu Key
to Latitude with their Google Account. > My apps.

Local n NOTE

To find places To purchase a paid app, youll need to


set up a payment method with Google
Tap the Local icon while in Google
Checkout. You have the option to use a
Maps to find different venues, such as gas
credit card or charge to your carrier bill.
stations, coffee, bars, restaurants, etc.
Once you select a category, you will see n NOTE
a list of closest matches, including their When you want to exit a game or
distance, compass bearing, description application, use the Home Key or
and even user reviews. You can customize Back Key , which will return you to
your own location search categories, and the Home screen. Or select Menu (or
even add the Places icon to your Home Options) within the game or application
screen. and select Exit. (Exit option may vary by
game/application). Ending applications
Play Store that continue to run in the background
Play Store lets you browse through and (after going back to the Home screen)
download thousands of fun and useful will help conserve battery life and reduce
applications and games. You can check unwanted data usage.
other users' comment regarding an
application or you can post your own Gmail
comments. If you install applications and Gmail can be configured when you first
games from Play Store, they appear in set up your phone. Depending on your
the phone's menu below the preloaded synchronization settings, Gmail on your

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phone is automatically synchronized with Tap the Menu Key for the following
your Gmail account on the web.The inbox options:
conversations list is your default view. Display options - Allows you to change
Tap to send or receive new email the way your contacts are displayed.
and to synchronize your email with Sign out - Sign out from chat.
your Gmail account on the web. Tap Settings - Allows you to adjust various
the Menu Key for the following settings.
additional options: Label settings,
Help - Allows you to view help topics
Settings, Send feedback, and Help.
about Talk.
Compose - Allows you to compose a
new message. Send feedback - Allows you to send
feedback about Talk to Google.
Search - Allows you to search your
account. Changing Google Talk Settings
Labels - Allows you to view the You can configure Google Talk to send
account's labels. you a notification of each message that
Refresh - Allows you to refresh the you receive in a chat and also to sound a
account to view new activity. ringtone or vibrate the phone.
You can also configure Google Talk to sign
Talk you in automatically when you turn on
Talk is Googles instant messaging your phone, and you can set whether the
program. It lets you communicate with mobile indicator is displayed next to your
other people who also use Talk. name in other people's Friends lists.
The following options are available.
To configure notifications for new
Add friend - Send invitations to chat. Google Talk messages
Search - Search for contacts to chat 1 From the Friends list, tap the Menu
with or any chat records that contain the Key , then tap Settings.
word(s) you entered.
2 Tap the desired account. Then tap
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Invitation notifications to receive a To set Google Talk to change your


notification in the Status Bar when a status
new chat message arrives. 1 From the Friends list, tap the Menu
3 Tap IM notifications and Video chat Key , then tap Settings.
notifications to receive notifications 2 Tap the desired account. Then
in the Status Bar when you receive checkmark or uncheckmark Away
new chats. when screen off.
4 Tap Notification ringtone and Video When Away when screen off is
chat ringtone to choose a ringtone checkmarked, your status will
that will ring to notify you of a new automatically be changed to Away
chat. when the screen is turned off.
5 Tap Vibrate in the Chat notifications
and Voice & Video Chat sections to
choose the vibration setting when you
receive a notification of a new chat.
To show or hide the mobile
indicator to friends
1 From the Friends list, tap the Menu
Key , then tap Settings.
2 Checkmark or uncheck Mobile
indicator. If Mobile indicator is
checkmarked, your friends see an
outline of an AndroidTM next to your
name in their Friends list when you are
signed into Google Talk on an AndroidTM
phone.

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Utilities

QSlide QuickMemo
The QSlide function enables an overlay on your The QuickMemo feature allows you to create
phone's display for easy multitasking. memos and capture screen shots.
1 While using an app that supports QSlide, tap You can use QuickMemo to easily and
to access QSlide. efficiently create memos during a call, with a
OR saved picture or on the current phone screen.
Open the Notifications Panel and touch an 1 Touch and drag the Status Bar down and
app from the QSlide apps section. tap .
2 Use the slider to adjust the
transparency of the overlay.
3 You can make a call, or choose other phone
options.
4 Tap to exit the QSlide function. 2 Create a memo using the following options:
- Tap to keep the memo on top and and
continue using the phone. Tap to
exit the overlay mode.
- Tap to select whether to use the
current screen as the background or a
note image.
- Tap to undo the most recent action.
- Tap to redo the most recently deleted
action.
- Tap to select the pen type and color.
n NOTE - Tap to use the eraser to erase the
The QSlide function can support up to two memo that you created.
windows at the same time.

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- Tap to share the memo with others via OR


any of the available applications. Touch and slide the Status Bar downwards and
- Tap to save the memo youve created. touch > ADD REMOTE.
- Tap to hide or display the
toolbar.
n NOTE
Please use a fingertip while using the
QuickMemo feature. Do not use your 2 Select the type and brand of device,
fingernail. then follow the on-screen instructions to
3 Tap to save the current memo to the configure the device(s).
Notebook or Gallery.
Discard QuickMemos:
] Tap the Back Key .
View the Saved Memo
From the Home screen tap the Apps Key
> Gallery or Notebook and select
the QuickMemo album.

QuickRemote
QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal
Remote for your home TV, cable box, audio
system, DVD/Blu-ray players, air conditioner
and projector.
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
> QuickRemote > .

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n TIP Universal remote


To quickly use the QuickRemote feature, touch 1 From the Home screen tap the Apps Key
and slide the Status Bar downward and tap > QuickRemote .
on the Quick Settings bar to activate it. 2 Tap > Universal remote.
3 Enter the Remote name and touch OK.
4 You can customize the desired button and
Next.
n NOTE

Touch the Menu Key to select Magic


Remote setting, Edit remote name, Learn
remote, Move remote, Delete remote, Edit < Wrong > < Correct >
room, Settings, and Help.
1 Tap button to be learned.
n NOTE
2 Point original remote 4 inch away from the
QuickRemote features an ordinary remote IR receiver on top of phone.
control and infrared (IR) signals to operate
3 Press and Hold button on original remote
the same way. Therefore, be careful not to for 2 sec.
cover the QuickRemote features when you
use an infrared sensor. This function may not
be supported depending on the model, the
manufacturer or service company.

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QuickTranslator n NOTE
Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at Only one dictionary is provided free of charge.
the foreign sentence you want to understand. Additional dictionaries must be purchased.
You can get the real-time translation Please select from the list below the dictionary
anywhere and anytime. You can buy additional you would like to install as your complimentary
dictionaries for offline translation from the dictionary.
Google Play Store. n NOTE
There may be a difference in the rate of
recognization depending on the size, font,
color, brightness and angle of the letters that
need to be translated.

From the Home screen tap the Apps Key


> QuickTranslator .
Touch Speak, Word, Line or Block.
Hold the phone toward the subject you want to
translate for a few seconds.

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VuTalk
With the VuTalk feature, you can make an
interactive and more creative notes with the
other party. Visual communication is possible
while sharing a photo, a map or camera
preview.
n NOTE
] Only available with the phone which
support this feature as well.
] You can use the VuTalk feature during
a call.
] If there's no drawing or input for a while, 3 Tap the checkmark boxes to agree to the
the screen can be locked. VuTalk terms and conditions and the VuTalk
privacy policy and tap OK.
] Requires data connection. Data charge will
apply to both phones. VuTalk Settings
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
Register VuTalk Before Use
> Contacts .
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
> Contacts . 2 Tap the Menu Key > VuTalk settings.
3 Set the following options as your
2 Tap . preferences.
n NOTE ] Notification sound: Select the desired
You can also register VuTalk service while you notification sound.
are in a call. ] Vibrate: Select the desired vibrate type.
] Show request popup: Checkmark
this option to display a pop-up when a
VuTalk request is received.

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] Contact sync: Checkmark this option to


sync contacts.

Communicate Visually with VuTalk


1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
> Contacts .
2 Tap to display only the contacts who use
the VuTalk feature.
3 Tap a contact to start VuTalk with.

6 When you finish VuTalk, tap or the


Back Key to exit the VuTalk feature.
The created VuTalk screen is stored in
Notebook.
n NOTE
If you press Home Key and go back to
the Home screen, the VuTalk feature still runs
in the background.

4 In the contact's details screen, tap .


After the other party accepts your VuTalk
request, you can start VuTalk with him/her.
5 Tap to attach a photo, take a new photo,
map view, or a sticker.

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Voice Mate Voice Mate Setting


You can ask Voice Mate to preform phone 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
function using your voice, such as calling a > Voice Mate .
contact, setting alarms or searching the web. 2 Tap > Settings.
With the Speak button at the bottom of the ] Skip confirmation - Tap a checkmark to
display on, say what you want to ask. make a call without confirmation when
n NOTE the exact name or number searched for
] You can use the Voice Mate after agreeing is found
both of End User License Agreement and ] Language - Choose a language to use on
Privacy policy. voice mate.
] You can view examples of various ] Voice feedback - Tap a checkmark to
commands by swiping the Voice Mate main activate voice feedback for the answer
screen to the left. which is always provided via ear set
] You can also launch the Voice Mate, ] User name - Set the User name to
once you touch the screen at bottom area recognize saved.
such as Back/Home/Menu Key area and ] Save events to - Set the Phone or Google
move up. account to save event.
Use Voice Mate ] Voice activation - Tap a checkmark to
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key activate the Speak button by saying voice
> Voice Mate . launch command.
] Button vibration - Tap a checkmark to
2 When Speak button is enable, say what you
want to ask. vibrate when the Speak button is tapped.
] Voice launch command - Set the voice
n TIP launch command from LG Mobile or Hello
Use Voice Mate in a quiet environment so it Genie.
can accurately recognize your commands ] Voice launch when charging - Tap
a checkmark to open Voice Mate while
charging with screen on.
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] Voice launch on Lock screen - Tap a Using the calculator


checkmark to open Voice Mate on Lock
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
screen.
and tap Calculator .
] Skip Lock screen - Tap a checkmark to
2 Tap the number keys to enter numbers.
skip Face Unlock, Pattern, PIN or Password
when opening Voice Mate via voice launch 3 For simple calculations, tap the function you
command on Lock screen. want , followed by .
] Facebook - Set the Facebook account for n NOTE
the Voice Mate. For more complex calculations, tap the Menu
] Twitter - Set the Twitter account for the Key , tap the Scientific calculator.
Voice Mate.
Adding an event to your
Setting the alarm calendar
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key n NOTE
and tap Clock . 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
2 To add a new alarm, tap the Alarms tab and tap Calendar .
tab (if necessary). 2 To view an event, tap the date. The events
3 Tap and set the alarm time. occurring on that date are displayed below
4 Set any desired options and tap Save. the Calendar in Month view. Tap the event
n NOTE to view its details. If you want to add an
event, tap at the top right corner of the
When viewing the alarms screen, tap the
Calendar.
Menu Key to Delete all alarms or
adjust the alarm Settings. 3 Tap the Event name field and enter the
event name. Check the date and enter the
start and end time you want your event to
begin and finish.
4 Tap the Location field to enter the location.

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5 To add a note to your event, tap the To Synchronize MS Exchange


Description field and enter the details. 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
6 To repeat the event, set REPEAT and > Settings > General tab.
REMINDERS, if necessary. 2 Tap Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT.
7 Tap Save to save the event in the calendar. 3 Tap Microsoft Exchange to add your MS
A colored square in the calendar will mark Exchange account.
all days that have saved events. An alarm
4 Make sure if you checkmark Sync Tasks.
will sound at the event start time if you
set it. POLARIS Office 5
Changing your calendar view With Polaris Office 5, you can view, create and
edit document files on your device. The Polaris
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
Office 5 application supports the following file
and tap Calendar .
formats: txt, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, pdf.
2 At the top of the Calendar, tap and
choose from Day, Week, Month, Year Create a New Document
or Agenda. 1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key
> POLARIS Office 5 .
Task Manager
You can manage your applications using Task 2 Register your name and email address on
Manager. You can easily check the number of the Registration page.
applications that are currently running and shut 3 Tap to start a new document.
down certain applications. 4 Tap a document type.
Tasks 5 Enter contents in the document using the
This task can be synchronized with MS tools at the top of the screen and the
Exchange account. You can create task, revise on-screen keyboard.
it and delete it in MS Outlook or MS Office 6 When you're done working on the
Outlook Web Access. document, tap the document icon > Save
(or Save as to enter a new document
name) to save.

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7 Enter the document name and tap Save. ] Tap for the following additional menu
8 Tap the Back Key to exit. options : Change view mode, Find /
View and edit a document on your Replace, Page layout, View setting,
device Read whole text, Details and Help.
1 From the Home screen, tap the Apps Key 4 When you're finished editing, tap the
> POLARIS Office 5 . document icon > Save. Then tap the Back
2 Tap the document that you want to view Key to exit.
or edit. Polaris Office 5 toolbar
n NOTE The Polaris Office 5 application has a toolbar
that appears automatically when you create
You can also open an attachment in an email
a document.
by tapping the attachment in the message.
1 To display the toolbar in an existing
3 The document opens for you to view. If document, tap .
you want to edit it, tap anywhere on the 2 Tap the Font, Paragraph, or Style tab
document. and choose the desired options.
] To move between pages or pan through 3 To hide the tool options pop-up balloon,
the document, scroll in the corresponding tap .
direction.
] To change the zoom level, simply pinch-to
zoom to achieve the zoom level you want.
] Use the toolbar at the top of the screen
to edit the document (Word, Excel, or
PowerPoint file).

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The Web

Browser Share page - Allows you send the web


address (URL) of the web page to others.
The Browser gives you a fast, full-color world
of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, Find on page - Allows you to search for text
and much more, right on your mobile phone. on the web page.
Desktop view - Allows you to change the
n NOTE
current mobile page to a desktop page.
Additional charges apply when connecting Save for offline reading - Allows you to save
to these services and downloading content. the current page for offline reading.
Check data charges with your network
provider. Capture plus - Allow you to capture for long
screen.
Using options Print - Allow you to print for screen.
Tap the Menu Key to view the following Settings - Opens the Browser settings.
options: Exit - Allows you to exit the browser.
Refresh - Alows you to reload the current web n TIP
page. When the page is currently loading, the To return to the previous web page, tap the
option displayed is Stop. Back Key .
New tab - Opens a new tab.
Bookmarks - Allows you to view, add, edit, Adding bookmarks
and delete your bookmarks. 1 When viewing the page you want to
Save to bookmarks - Allows you to save, tap the Menu Key > Save to
bookmark the current web page. bookmarks.
Homepage - Allows you to open the home 2 Enter the desired information for Label,
page. Address, and Add to (location to save
Set as homepage - Allows you to set the bookmark) and tap OK.
current web page as your home page.
History - Allows you to view the web pages
you've visited.

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The web

Changing the Browser


settings
1 Open the Browser and tap the Menu Key
> Settings.
2 Set any of the available options.

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Settings

The Settings application contains most of Wi-Fi


the tools for customizing and configuring
To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need
your phone. All of the settings in the Settings
access to a wireless access point, or
application are described in this section.
"hotspot." Some access points are open
To open the Settings application and you can simply connect to them.
- From the Home screen, tap the Apps Others are hidden or implement other
Key > Settings . security features, so you must configure
- From the Home screen, tap the Menu your phone in order to connect to them.
Key > All settings. Turn on Wi-Fi
From the Home Screen , open the
Networks tab Notifications panel and tap to turn
Wi-Fi on. A blue colored icon indicates
Airplane mode that Wi-Fi is on.
Airplane mode allows you to quickly turn OR
off all wireless connections. From the Home screen, tap the Menu
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key and tap All settings >
Key > All settings. Networks tab. Then tap the Wi-Fi
2 Select the Networks tab. switch to turn it on.
3 Tap the Airplane mode switch To connect to a Wi-Fi Network
to turn it on.
Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it to
4 Tap the switch again to turn it off. extend the life of your battery.
OR 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu
1 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key Key and tap All settings >
and tap Turn on Airplane mode. Networks tab > Wi-Fi.
2 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key 2 Tap the Wi-Fi switch to turn it on
and tap Turn off Airplane mode and begin scanning for available Wi-Fi
to turn it off. networks.
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- A list of available Wi-Fi networks will battery charge. Qualifying data plan
be displayed. Secured networks are required.
indicated by a lock icon . n NOTE
3 Tap a network to connect to it. This device supports WEP, WPA/WPA2-
- If the network is open, you are prompted PSK and 802.1x EAP. (Some EAP methods
to confirm that you want to connect to are not supported.) If your Wi-Fi service
that network by tapping Connect. provider or network administrator sets
encryption for network security, enter the
- If the network is secured, you are key in the pop-up window. If encryption
prompted to enter a password or is not set, this pop-up window will not
other credentials. (Ask your network be shown. You can obtain the key from
administrator for details). your Wi-Fi service provider or network
- Tap the Menu Key to access administrator.
additional options. Bluetooth
4 The Status Bar at the top of your screen Bluetooth is a short-range communications
will display an icon that indicates your technology that allows you to connect
Wi-Fi status. wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth
n TIP devices, such as headsets and hands-free
car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds,
If you are not in range of a Wi-Fi network
computers, printers, and wireless devices.
and use a network connection. Additional
The Bluetooth communication range is
data charges may apply.
usually up to approximately 30 feet.
n NOTE
Access to the Internet and a wireless Turn on Bluetooth
router required. As an added convenience, From the Home screen, tap the Menu
AT&T has shipped certain smartphones Key > All settings > Networks tab,
with Wi-Fi enabled as a default setting. then tap the Bluetooth switch to
Leaving Wi-Fi enabled when not turn on the Bluetooth functionality.
connected to a Wi-Fi network may affect
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To visible my phone from other devices. 4 Tap pair or Enter the passkey if needed,
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu and tap OK.
Key > All settings > Networks n NOTE
tab > Bluetooth. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices
2 Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. is a one-time process. Once a pairing has
3 Tap the checkbox. Being visible for 2 been created, the devices will continue to
minutes is set by default. recognize their partnership and exchange
n NOTE information.
n TIP
To change the visibility time length, tap
the Menu Key > Visibility timeout. Please consult documentation included
Choose from 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 1 with Bluetooth device for information on
hour, or Never time out. pairing mode and passcode (typically 0 0 0
0 four zeroes).
To scan other Bluetooth devices. How to send data from your phone
1 Bluetooth is on. via Bluetooth
2 Tap Search for devices. You can send data via Bluetooth by
n NOTE running a corresponding application, not
To fine the other devices, make it from Bluetooth menu.
discoverable mode. * Sending pictures: Open the Gallery
application and tap a picture. Then tap
Pairing Bluetooth devices
> Bluetooth. Check the devices if
1 Bluetooth is on. Bluetooth is turned on. Then tap the
2 Tap Search for devices. Your device device you want to send data to from
will display a list of discovered in-range the list.
Bluetooth devices. * Sending contacts: Open the Contacts
3 Tap the device you want to pair from application. Tap the contact you want
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Share > Bluetooth. Check if Bluetooth icon is blue in the Status Bar (the icon is
is turned on and tap Search for green when using the phone).
devices.Then tap the device you want n NOTE
to send data to from the list.
Tap the Bluetooth button to switch the call
n TIP
from the phone to the Bluetooth device, or
The supported Bluetooth version is vice versa.
Bluetooth 4.0 and certified by Bluetooth
SIG. It is compatible with other Bluetooth Data Manager
SIG certified devices. You can select whether to enable or
- Due to different specifications and disable mobile data. You can check the
features of other Bluetooth-compatible current data usage, set to enable/disable
devices, display and operations may be mobile data, or set the mobile data limit.
different, and functions such as transfer Mobile data - Tap the switch to
or exchange may not be possible with all enable mobile data.
Bluetooth compatible devices. Set mobile data limit - Checkmark to set
- Supported profiles are HFP/HSP, A2DP, the mobile data usage limit.
AVRCP, OPP, FTP(Server), HID, PAN, MAP Data usage cycle - Allows you to
and PBAP. change the data usage cycle to display in
To switch between a Bluetooth the graph.
headset and the phone
When a Bluetooth headset is paired and Call
connected to your phone, you can conduct Configure phone call settings such as call
calls on the headset for hands-free forwarding and other special features
conversation. During a call, you can opt offered by your carrier.
to use the Bluetooth headset or just the Voicemail Allows you to select your
phone. When using the Bluetooth headset carriers voicemail service.
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and compile a list of numbers that can Noise suppression - Suppress


be called from your phone. Youll need background noise in call.
your PIN2, which is available from your Voice enhancement - Allows you to
operator. Only numbers within the fixed suppress background noise during a call.
dial list can be called from your phone. Power button ends call Allows you
Caller ID - Allows you to choose how to to end the call by pressing the Power/
display your number in outgoing calls. Lock Key.
Incoming call pop-up Displays an Call duration View the duration of
incoming call popup when using Camera calls including Last call, All calls, Dialled
and Videos. calls and Received calls.
Call reject Allows you to set call Sound settings - From this menu you can
rejection and manage the reject list. control the sounds on the phone.
Decline with message When you Additional settings Allows you to
want to reject a call, you can send a quick change the following settings:
message instead. This is useful if you Call forwarding: Allows you to set
need to reject a call during a meeting. the call forwarding options.
This menu allows you to manage the
Call waiting: If call waiting is
messages you can send.
activated, the handset will notify you
Privacy keeper Hides the caller name of an incoming call while you are on
and number for an incoming call. a call (depending on your network
Connection vibration Vibrates your provider).
phone when the other party answers
the call.
TTY mode - Allows you to activate TTY
mode.
Hearing aids - Allows you to turn on
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Share & connect Polaris Office files, and more. Just bring
the devices together (typically back to
Allows you to transfer data and media
back) and then touch your screen. The app
with other devices.
determines what gets beamed.
NFC To activate Direct/Android Beam:
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a From the Home screen, tap the Menu
wireless technology that enables data Key > All settings > Share &
transmission between two objects when connect > Direct/Android Beam .
they are brought within a few inches of n NOTE
each others. When you enable NFC on
You must enable NFC to activate Direct/
your phone, your phone can exchange
Android Beam.
data with other NFC-enabled devices
or read information from smart tags SmartShare Beam
embedded in posters, stickers, and other
Enable to receive files from LG phones.
products.
When this feature is turned on, you can
To turn on NFC: receive files from LG phones.
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu To activate SmartShare Beam:
Key > All settings.
From the Home screen, tap the Menu
2 Tap Share & connect and tap the NFC Key > All settings > Share &
switch . connect > SmartShare Beam. Then tap
the switch to activate SmartShare
Direct/Android Beam
Beam and set the desired options.
When this feature is turned on, you can
beam app content to another NFC-capable n NOTE
device by holding the devices close You must enable Wi-Fi to activate
together. For example, you can beam SmartShare Beam.
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Miracast Mobile Hotspot


You can mirror phone screen and sound You can also use your smartphone to
onto LG Miracast dongle or TV wirelessly. provide a mobile broadband connection
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu for up to 8 other devices. Create a hotspot
Key > All settings. and share your connection. To create a
2 Tap the Networks tab. portable hotspot, from the Home screen,
tap the Menu Key > All settings >
3 Tap Share & connect > Miracast.
Networks tab > Tethering & networks
4 Tap the switch to turn on the > Mobile Hotspot. Then tap the Mobile
feature. Hotspot switch to activate the
5 Turn on the Miracast feature on your TV feature. A blue checkmark indicates that
or connect to the LG Miracast dongle. the feature is active. Tap Set up Mobile
n TIP Hotspot to change the SSID, password,
To start the Miracast feature quickly, security type, and other hotspot options.
tap the Miracast icon in the Notification n NOTE
Panel. While mirroring, Mobile Hotspot Mobile Hotspots requires an appropriate
cannot be used simultaneously. DataPro data plan. Devices connected to
your Mobile Hotspot use data from your
Wireless storage DataPro plan. Plans are not unlimited and
To manage files on your phone in the significant charges may be incurred if
computer or copy files to the phone from the included data allowance is exceeded.
the computer without a USB conneciton. Performance may vary depending on the
number of devices connected and other
Tethering & networks factors. If you do not use a password,
Allows you to configure mobile networks, others will be able to use your Mobile
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Bluetooth tethering International data roaming - Select


Bluetooth tethering allows you to use whether to enable or disable data access
your smart phone to provide a mobile while international roaming.
broadband connection. Access point names - You can select
To share your connection via Bluetooth the access point name, add a new APN, or
tethering: reset to default.
From the Home screen, tap the Menu Network operators - Allows you to
Key > All settings > Networks tab select a network operator (if necessary).
> Tethering & networks. Then tap the
VPN(Basic VPN)
Bluetooth tethering switch to turn
the function on. From your phone, you can add, set up, and
manage virtual private networks (VPNs)
n NOTE that allow you to connect and access
Bluetooth tethering can be activated only resources inside a secured local network,
when your smartphone is connected to such as your corporate network.
AT&T network. Prepare Your Device for VPN
Help Connection
Tap to view help information on the Depending on the type of VPN you are
Mobile Hotspot and Bluetooth tethering using at work, you may be required to
functions. enter your login credentials or install
security certificates before you can
Mobile networks connect to your company's local network.
You can set whether to enable or disable You can get this information from your
data access on your phone. network administrator. Before you can
initiate a VPN connection, you must set
Data enabled - Select whether to enable
the screen lock option (Pattern, PIN, or
or disable data access.
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Add a VPN Connection connect to your company's local network.


1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu You can get this information from your
Key > All settings. network administrator, Before you can
2 Select the Networks tab. initiate a VPN connection, you must set
the local key store password.
3 Tap Tethering & networks > VPN >
Basic VPN > Add Basic VPN profile. Add a VPN Connection
n NOTE 1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu
Key > All settings.
You must change your screen lock before
you use credential storage. You can set a 2 Select the Networks tab.
pattern, PIN, or password. 3 Tap Tethering & networks > VPN >
4 Enter the VPN network according to the LG VPN > Add LG VPN network.
security details you have obtained from n NOTE
your network administrator. You must set the local key store password
5 When finished, tap Save. before you use LG VPN credential storage.
4 Enter the VPN network according to the
VPN(LG VPN) security details you have obtained from
From your phone, you can add, set up, and your network administrator.
manage virtual private networks (VPNs)
5 When finished, tap Save.
that allow you to connect and access
resources inside a secured local network,
such as your corporate network.
Sound tab
Prepare Your Device for VPN Sound profile
Connection Allows you to set the sound profile to
Depending on the type of VPN you are Sound, Vibrate only, or Silent.
using at work, you may be required to
enter your login credentials or install
security certificates before you can
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Volumes Gentle vibration


Adjust the phone's volume settings to suit Gradually increases vibration up to the
your needs and your environment. current strength set.

Vibrate strength Ringtone with vibration


Allows you to set the vibrate strength for Checkmark for vibration feedback for calls.
calls, notifications, and touch feedback. Voice notifications
Quiet mode Read out incoming call and message
Tap the Quiet mode switch to event automatically.
enable this function. Tap Quiet mode to Default notification sound
open a screen to set the days and times
to automatically turn off all sounds except Select the ringtone for notifications such
for alarms and media and to set allowed as new messages receipt or calendar
calls during the quiet mode. events.

Phone ringtone Touch feedback & system


Select the ringtone for incoming calls. Allows you to set dial pad touch tones,
touch sounds, screen lock sound, and
Smart ringtone vibrate on touch.
Select to automatically increase the Dial pad touch tones
volume of the ringtone when outside Allows you to play tones when using
noise is loud. dial pad.
Touch sounds
Incoming call vibration
Allows you to play sound when making
Allows you to choose the type of vibration sceen selection.
for incoming calls.

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Screen lock sound Lock screen


Allows you to play sound when locking Select screen lock - Select the desired
and unlocking the screen option to secure your phone from the
Vibrate on touch below.
Allows you to vibrate when pressing front None - No lock screen.
key and on certain UI interactions. Swipe - Swipe any part of the screen
to unlock screen.
Display tab Face Unlock - Unlocks the screen
through facial recognition. Follow the
Home screen prompts. You are asked to select Pattern
Wallpaper - Allows you to set the and/or PIN as a backup.
wallpaper. Pattern - Allows you to set a pattern as
Screen swipe effect - Choose the your screen lock. It's recommended that
desired type of effect to display when you you enter a backup PIN as well in case
swipe from one Home screen canvas to you forget the pattern.
the next. PIN - Enter a numeric PIN to unlock
Allow Home screen looping - Allows the screen.
you to select the type of effect to display Password - Enter a password to unlock
when you swipe from one Home screen the screen.
canvas to the next. Screen swipe effect - Select the screen
Portrait view only - Select to display the effect you want to use when unlocking
Home screen always in portrait view. the screen.
Home backup & restore - Select Weather animation - Show weather
to backup and restore app/widget animation for current location or primary
configurations. city set in Weather based on auto data
updates.
Help - Touch to get information on using
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display for your lock screen. Brightness


Shortcuts - Customize shortcuts on the Adjust the screen brightness by using the
lock screen. slider. Tap Auto to set the brightness to
1 From the Home screen, tap the Menu automatically change.
Key > All settings > Display tab,
then tap the Lock screen > Shortcuts. Screen timeout
2 Select one of the shortcut's setting icon Set the time delay before the screen
that you want to replace. It will shows automatically turns off.
up lists you can select.
Screen-off effect
Owner info - Display the owner info on Set the screen off effect.
the lock screen.
Lock timer - Allows you to set the Auto-rotate screen
amount of time before the screen Set to switch orientation automatically
automatically locks after the screen has when you rotate the phone.
timed-out.
Power button instantly locks - Daydream
Checkmark to instantly lock the screen Screensaver will be on when the phone is
when the Power/Lock Key is sleeping while docked or charging.
pressed.
Font type
Front touch buttons Select the desired font type.
Select front button combination.
Font size
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Smart screen
Checkmark this to keep screen on when
the phone detects your face looking at
the screen.

Smart video
Checkmark this to pause videos while
playing automatically when the phone
detects you are not looking at the screen. Answer an incoming call - During the
incoming call, bring the phone to ear to
Notification LED accept the incoming call.
Select the front or back side LED. n NOTE
If proximity sensor is closed by substance,
Aspect ratio correction It will has incorrect action.
Change the resolution size of downloaded
applications to fit the screen size. Fade out ringtone - During the incoming
call, pick up the phone from the flat
General tab surface to fade out the ringtone.
n NOTE
Gestures
If proximity sensor is closed by substance,
Screen on/off - Quickly double-tap
It will has incorrect action.
center screen to turn it on. Screen will
be turned off when you double-tap status Silence incoming calls - Flip the device
bar or empty area on LG home screen and to silence incoming calls.
lock screen. Do not move phone to use it Snooze or stop alarm - Flip the device
optimally. to snooze or stop the alarm.
Pause video - Flip the device to pause
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Move Home screen items - Press and Storage


hold an item and tilt the device to move to You can monitor the used and available
other home screens. internal memory in the device.
Help - Touch to get information on using
the Gesture function of your device. Battery
Motion sensor calibration - Improve See how much battery power is used for
the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the device activities. The battery level displays in
sensor. a percentage. The remaining time of use is
also displayed.
One-handed operation Battery percentage - Displays the battery
Allows you to adjust the position of the percentage on the Status Bar.
dial keypad, LG keyboard, Message or lock
screen left or right side of the screen to Battery saver
easily use it with one hand. Tap the switch to turn this feature
Dial keypad - Checkmark to adjust the on. Tap the switch again to turn it off. Tap
position of the dial keypad left or right. Battery saver for the following options.
LG keyboard - Checkmark to adjust the Turn Battery saver on - Select the
position of the LG keyboard left or right. level you want to turn on the Battery
Gesture control - Swipe the keyboard saver.
left or right to adjust the position of LG Auto-sync: Turns off Auto-sync.
keyboard. Wi-Fi: Turns off Wi-Fi if data is not
Lock screen - Checkmark to adjust the in use.
position of the the PIN entry left or right. Bluetooth: Turns off Bluetooth if not
Help - Displays help information for each connected.
available option. Vibrate on touch: Turns off touch
feedback.
Brightness: Adjust the brightness.

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Screen timeout: Adjust the screen


timeout.
Notification LED: Turns off notification
LED if not connected.
Battery saver tips - Touch to access
some tips for Battery saver.

Apps
You use the Applications settings menu Accounts & sync
to view details about the applications Use the Accounts & sync settings menu to
installed on your phone, manage their add, remove, and manage your GoogleTM
data, force them to stop, and to set and other supported accounts. You also
whether you want to permit installation of use these settings to control how and
applications that you obtain from websites whether all applications send, receive,
and email. Tap the DOWNLOADED, and sync data on their own schedules and
RUNNING or ALL tabs to view whether all applications can synchronize
information about your installed apps. user data automatically. GmailTM,
Calendar, and other applications may also
Slide Aside have their own settings to control how
Use three-finger swipe to save running they synchronize data; see the sections on
apps to the left or bring them back to the those applications for details. Touch ADD
display. To bring them back later, some ACCOUNT to add new account.
apps may restart.
Guest mode
Use Guest mode when showing your
phone to others. Only pre-selected apps
will appear on a separate Home screen.
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mode pattern on the Lock screen. Security


n NOTE Use the Security menu to configure how
To use Guest mode, set the Lock screen to help secure your phone and its data.
to pattern lock. Guest can also use apps Encrypt phone - Allows you to encrypt
not pre-selected but linked to pre-selected data on the phone for security. You will
apps. be required to enter a PIN or password to
decrypt your phone each time you power
Location access it on.
Use the Location access menu to set your Set up SIM card lock - Allows you to
preferences for using and sharing your set if you want to require a PIN to use or,
location when you search for information if set, allows you to change the PIN.
and use location-based applications, Password typing visible - Checkmark to
such as Maps. Tap the Access to my briefly show each character of passwords
location switch to enable the
as you enter them so that you can see
location sources.
what you enter.
GPS satellites - Checkmark to enable
Device administrators - Add or remove
your phones standalone global positioning
phone administrators.
system (GPS) satellite receiver to pinpoint
your location to within an accuracy as Unknown sources - Allow installation of
close as several meters (street level). non-Play Store applications.
Actual GPS accuracy depends on a clear Verify apps - Disallow or warn before
view of the sky and other factors. installation of apps that may cause harm.
Wi-Fi & mobile network location - Trusted credentials - Checkmark to
Allows apps to use Googles location allow applications to access your phones
service to estimate your location faster. encrypted store of secure certificates and
Anonymous location data will be collected related passwords and other credentials.
and sent to Google. You use credential storage to establish
some kinds of VPN and Wi-Fi connections.
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If you have not set a password for the use from Android keyboard (AOSP),
secure credential storage, this setting is Google voice typing, and LG Keyboard.
dimmed. Tap to configure each keyboards
Install from storage - Touch to install a settings.
secure certificate. Voice Search - Touch to configure the
Clear credentials - Deletes all secure Voice Search settings.
certificates and related credentials Text-to-speech output - Touch to set the
and erases the secure storage's own preferred engine or general settings for
password, after prompting you to confirm text-to-speech output.
that you want to do this. Pointer speed - Adjust the pointer
speed.
Language & input
Select the language for the text on your Backup & reset
phone and for configuring the on-screen Backup my data - Back up app data,
keyboard, including words that youve Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to
added to its dictionary. Google servers.
Language - Choose a language to use on Backup account - Displays the accounts
your phone. that are currently being backed up.
Spelling correction - Allows spelling Automatic restore - When reinstalling
correction when using the on-screen an app, restore backed up settings and
keyboard. data.
Personal dictionary - Allows you to LG Backup service - Backup, scheduled
view, edit, and add words to your personal backup, restore and quick data transfer
dictionary. are available.
Default - Allows you to select the default Factory data reset - Erases all data on
keyboard type. the phone, except as follows. In the event
of device failure or error, your device
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may record in an error log information Date & time


about the devices status at the time of Set your preferences for how the date and
the error event. The information recorded time is displayed.
in the error log may include data about
application names and usage, cell phone Accessibility
location and number, GPS status, memory Use the Accessibility settings to configure
usage and other non-personal device any accessibility plug-ins you have
status information. This information is installed on your phone.
stored on your phone, and can only be
accessed by LG if the phone is physically n NOTE
returned to LG for repair and service The Requires additional plug-ins to become
error log information is used by LG only selectable.
to diagnose, repair, and improve LGs TalkBack - Allows you to set up the
products and services. TalkBack function which assists people
with impaired vision by providing verbal
Browser Bar
feedback. Tap the switch the top
The Browser Bar at the bottom of the screen
right corner of the screen to turn it on. Tap
enhances your mobile browsing experience
SETTINGS at the bottom of the screen to
with contextual recommendations, social
applications and browser utilities. We've adjust the TalkBack settings.
included some buttons to get you started and Install web scripts - Allows you to
have made it easy to add more buttons, move enable (or disable) installation of web
or remove them. To display the Browser Bar, scripts.
touch and drag up at the bottom of the screen. Large text - Checkmark to increase the
n TIP size of the text.
You must enable the Toolbar and browsers Invert color - Checkmark to invert color.
to activate. Magnification gestures - This feature
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triple-tapping the screen. option to use with this feature from Off,
Shades - Set the screen to be shade of Show all, TalkBack, Invert color,
black. Universal touch, and Accessibility
Mono audio - Checkmark to allow settings.
headset sound routed to both the right Text-to-speech output - Text-to-speech
and left channel. output provides audible readout of
Touch & hold delay - Sets the touch and text, for example, the contents of text
hold delay (short, medium, or long). messages, and the Caller ID for incoming
calls.
Universal touch - Switch to toggle
between on and off. Universal touch can PC connection
replace all hardware buttons. Select USB connection method -
Auto-rotate screen - Checkmark to Opens a dialog box to choose the default
allow the device to rotate the screen connection mode when connecting your
depnding on the device orientation phone to a PC via USB. Choose from
(portrait or landscape). Charge phone, Media sync (MTP),
Speak passwords - Checkmark so Tethering, PC software, or Send
that you can say your log in passwords images (PTP).
(instead of typing your passwords). Tethering
Power button ends call - Checkmark so You can use your phone to provide
that you can end voice calls by pressing a data connection to a computer
the Power/Lock Key . When this option by activating data tethering and
is enabled, pressing the Power/Lock Key connecting them with a USB cable.
during a call does not lock the screen. To tether your phone with your
Easy access - Turning this feature on computer using the USB
allows you to activate an accessibility 1 Connect your phone to your computer
feature by pressing the Home Key with a USB cable.
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2 The USB connection type prompt is Help - Displays help information for the
displayed. Tap Tethering to confirm. On-Screen Phone function.
n NOTE
Accessory
Data Tethering requires an appropriate Quick Cover Window - Activate the
DataPro data plan. Devices connected Quick Cover Window to use functions
by tethering use data from your DataPro available on the small view window.
plan. Plans are not unlimited and
USB storage - When USB storage is
significant charges may be incurred
connected to phone via OTG USB cable, app
if the included data allowance is
panel will be displayed automatically.
exceeded. Performance may vary
depending on the number of devices Earphone - When earphone is connected, app
connected and other factors. panel will be displayed automatically.

Ask upon connecting - Checkmark to About phone


have the phone ask you to choose which View legal information, check phone
USB connection mode it should connect status and software versions, and perform
with to a PC. a software update.
Help - Touch to get information on the Regulatory and Safety
different types of USB connections. Go to " All settings > General Tab
PC Suite - Allow Wi-Fi connection to > About phone > Regulatory and
transfer music and images between Safety" to get regulatory and safety
computer and phone. information.
On-Screen Phone - Turns the On-Screen
Phone function on so that you can receive
Wi-Fi connection requests. Refer to page
95 for LG On-Screen Phone.

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LG SOFTWARE - Text input with keyboard: Allows you


On-Screen Phone allows you to view to compose a text message or note using
your mobile phone screen from a PC via a your computer keyboard.
USB and Wi-Fi. You can also control your - File transfer (mobile phone to PC):
mobile phone from your PC, using the Sends a file from your mobile phone (e.g.
mouse or keyboard.
Gallery, Video Player, Music and Polaris
On-Screen Phone icons Office) to your PC. Simply right-click on
Changes the On-Screen Phone the file and drag it to send it to your PC.
preferences. - File transfer (PC to mobile phone):
Connects your mobile phone to your Sends files from your PC to your mobile
PC, or disconnects it. phone. Just select the files you wish to
Minimizes the On-Screen Phone transfer and drag and drop them into the
On-Screen Phone window. The sent files
window.
are stored in the OSP folder.
Maximizes the On-Screen Phone
window. nNOTE
Exits the On-Screen Phone program. Please make sure that LG Home is the
default launcher.
On-Screen Phone features - Real-time event notifications:
- Real-time transfer and control: Prompts a pop-up to inform you of any
Displays and controls your mobile phone incoming calls or text messages, as well
screen when connected to your PC. as alarm and event notifications.
- Mouse control: Allows you to control How to install On-Screen Phone
your mobile phone by using the mouse to on your PC
click and drag on your PC screen.
Visit LG.com (http://www.lg.com/us).
Locate the search box in the upper right
corner and enter the model number. From

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the SUPPORT list, select your model. Access to the Internet using Wi-Fi
Scroll down and select the OSP tab and networks may not work well depending on
click on DOWNLOAD. When prompted, the network's traffic. When you enlarge
select Run to install On-Screen Phone the On-Screen Phone window, the display
on your PC. on the screen might become slow.
How to connect your mobile phone To check the phone-to-PC
to your PC connection
On-Screen Phone provides, USB, and Once the devices have been connected,
Wi-Fi connection. Please follow the drag the Status Bar down to check the
instructions on the Connection Wizard of On-Screen Phone connection status.
the On-Screen Phone program.
To disconnect your phone from
n NOTE your PC
To use On-Screen Phone using Wi-Fi Click in the top left of the On-Screen
connection, from the Home screen tap the Phone window. Alternatively, drag the
Menu Key > All settings > General Status Bar down and select On-Screen
tab > PC connection > On-Screen Phone connected > OK.
Phone checkbox is selected.
Please make sure that the battery may
run out more quickly due to the current
consumption if On-Screen Phone is
connected via Wi-Fi.
When you connect your mobile phone to
your PC via Mobile Hotspot and access
to the Internet on the PC, additional data
charges may be incurred depending on
your DataPro data plan.

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PC software (LG PC Suite)

"LG PC Suite" PC software is a program 2 Go to Support > MOBILE SUPPORT


that helps you connect your device to > LG Mobile Phones > Select the
a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once Model
connected, you can use the functions of or
your device from your PC. Go to Support > Mobile > Select the
With your "LG PC Suite" PC Software, Model.
You Can... 3 Click PC SYNC from MANUALS &
] Manage and play your media contents DOWNLOAD and click DOWNLOAD
(music, movie, picture) on your PC. to download "LG PC Suite" PC software.
] Send multimedia contents to your System Requirements for "LG PC
device. Suite" PC software
] Backup the applications in your device. ] OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3)
] Update the softwares in your device. 32bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7,
Windows 8
] Play multimedia contents of your PC
from your device. ] CPU: 1 GHz or higher processors

] Backup and create and edit the memos ] Memory: 512 MB or higher RAMs
in your device. ] Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution,
n NOTE 32 bit color or higher
You can use the Help menu from the ] HDD: 500 MB or more free hard disk
application to find out how to use your space (More free hard disk space may
"LG PC Suite" PC software. be needed depending on the volume
of data stored.)
Installing "LG PC Suite" PC Software
] Required software: LG integrated
"LG PC Suite" PC software can be
drivers, Windows Media Player 10
downloaded from the webpage of LG.
or later.
1 Go to www.lg.com and select a country
of your choice.

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PC software (LG PC Suite)

n NOTE
LG Integrated USB Driver
LG integrated USB driver is required to
connect an LG device and PC and installed
automatically when you install "LG PC
Suite" PC software application.

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Software Update

Phone Software Update First, you can check the software version
on your mobile phone:
This feature allows you to update the
firmware of your phone to the latest From the Home screen, tap the Menu
version conveniently from the internet Key > All settings > General tab >
without the need to visit a service center. About phone > Software information.
For more information on how to use this To perform the phone software update,
function, please visit: from the Home screen, tap the Menu
Key > All settings > General tab
http://update.lgmobile.com or
> About phone > Software Update >
http://www.lg.com/common/ index.jsp. Update now.
As the mobile phone firmware update
n NOTE
requires the users full attention for the
duration of the update process, please Your personal dataincluding information
make sure to check all instructions and about your Google account and any other
notes that appear at each step before accounts, your system/application data
proceeding. Please note that removing the and settings, any downloaded applications
USB cable or battery during the upgrade and your DRM licence might be lost
may seriously damage your mobile phone. in the process of updating your phone's
software. Therefore, LG recommends that
LG Mobile Phone Software you back up your personal data before
update via Over-the-Air (OTA) updating your phone's software. LG does
This feature allows you to update the not take responsibility for any loss of
firmware of your phone to the newer personal data.
version conveniently via OTA without
connecting the USB data cable. This
feature is only available if and when LG
makes the newer version of the firmware
available for your device.

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Trademarks

Trademarks DivX Certified to play DivX video


Copyright 2013 LG Electronics, Inc. All up to HD 720p, including premium
rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are content.
registered trademarks of LG Group and DivX, DivX Certified and associated
its related entities. logos are trademarks of Rovi
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Corporation or its subsidiaries and
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. are used under license.
Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, n NOTICE
and the Wi-Fi logo are registered Open Source Software
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. To obtain the corresponding source code
All other trademarks and copyrights are under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open
the property of their respective owners. source licences, please visit http://
opensource.lge.com. All referred licence
DivX Mobile terms, disclaimers and notices are
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital available for download with the source
video format created by DivX, LLC, a code.
subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Protected Accessare
official DivX Certified device that has registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi
passed rigorous testing to verity that it Alliance.
plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for
more information and software tools to Dolby Digital Plus
convert your files into DivX videos.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND:
This DivX Certified device must be Manufactured under license from Dolby
registered in order to play purchased DivX Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain symbol are trademarks of Dolby
your registration code, locate the DivX Laboratories.
VOD section in your device setup menu.
Go to vod.divx.com for more information
on how to complete your registration.

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Q&A

Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with the phone are described in this
section before taking the phone in for a service or calling the Customer Service Center.

Q How do I view the list of outgoing calls, Q Why does the phone heat up?
incoming calls and missed calls? A The phone may get hot when there is a very
A Tap the Phone Key and tap the Call long call duration, when games are played
logs tab. or even when surfing the Internet for a long
time. This has no effect upon the life of the
Q Why is the connection inconsistent or not product or performance.
audible in certain areas?
A When the frequency environment is Q Why does the battery run out so quickly
unstable in a certain area, connection may during normal use?
be inconsistent and inaudible. Relocate to A This may be due to the user environment, a
another area and try again. large number of calls or a weak signal.
Q Why is the connection inconsistent or abruptly Q Why is no number dialed when an Address
disconnects even when established? Book entry is recalled?
A When frequency is unstable or weak, or if A Check that the number has been stored
there are too many users, a connection may correctly by using the Address book Search
be cut off even after it was established. feature. Re-store them, if necessary.
Please try again later or attempt again after
Q The screen got frozen. How can I solve this
relocating to other areas.
problem?
A Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
for 10 seconds to turn it off. Then press and
hold the Power/Lock Key again for
3 seconds to reboot the phone.

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Accessories

There are a variety of accessories available


for your mobile phone, some of which may be
sold separately. You can select these options
according to your personal communication
requirements. Visit your local AT&T store or
www.att.com/wirelessaccessories for specific
offerings.

n NOTE
Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to
do this may invalidate your warranty.
Accessories may be different in different
regions; please check with our regional service
company or agent for further enquiries.

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For Your Safety

Important Information that may expose it to temperatures less


This user guide contains important than 32F or greater than 104F, such
information on the use and operation as outside during extreme weather
of this phone. Please read all the conditions or in your car on a hot day.
information carefully for optimal Exposure to excessive cold or heat will
performance and to prevent any damage result in malfunction, damage and/or
to or misuse of the phone. Any changes catastrophic failure.
or modifications not expressly approved in
this user guide could void your warranty Be careful when using your phone
for this equipment. Any changes or near other electronic devices. RF
modifications not expressly approved by emissions from your mobile phone may
the manufacturer could void the users affect nearby in adequately shielded
authority to operate the equipment. electronic equipment. You should consult
with manufacturers of any personal
Before You Start medical devices such as pacemakers
and hearing aides to determine if they
WARNING! This product contains
are susceptible to interference from your
chemicals known to the State of
mobile phone. Turn off your phone in a
California to cause cancer and birth
medical facility or at a gas station. Never
defects or reproductive harm. Wash
place your phone in a microwave oven as
hands after handling.
this will cause the battery to explode.
Safety Instructions IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA
WARNING! To reduce the possibility SAFETY INFORMATION before using your
of electric shock, do not expose your phone.
phone to high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom, swimming pool, etc. Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking
Always store your phone away from
the rules may be dangerous or illegal.
heat. Never store your phone in settings
Further detailed information is given in

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For Your Safety

this user guide. phone.


] Do not disassemble this unit. Take it ] Do not expose the phone to liquid or
to a qualified service technician when moisture.
repair work is required. ] Use the accessories like an earphone
] Keep away from electrical appliances cautiously. Do not tap the antenna
such as TVs, radios, and personal unnecessarily.
computers.
] The unit should be kept away from FCC RF Exposure Information
heat sources such as radiators or WARNING! Read this information before
cookers. operating the phone.
] Do not drop. In August 1996, the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
] Do not subject this unit to mechanical
of the United States, with its action
vibration or shock.
in Report and Order FCC 96-326,
] The coating of the phone may be adopted an updated safety standard
damaged if covered with wrap or vinyl for human exposure to radio frequency
wrapper. (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted
] Use dry cloth to clean the exterior of by FCC regulated transmitters. Those
the unit. (Do not use solvent such as guidelines are consistent with the safety
benzene, thinner or alcohol.) standard previously set by both U.S. and
] Do not subject this unit to excessive international standards bodies.
smoke or dust. The design of this phone complies with
] Do not keep the phone next to credit the FCC guidelines and these international
cards or transport tickets; it can affect standards.
the information on the magnetic
strips.
] Do not tap the screen with a sharp
object; otherwise, it may damage the
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For Your Safety

CAUTION comply with FCC RF exposure limits and


Use only the supplied antenna. Use of should be avoided.
unauthorized antennas or modifications
could impair call quality, damage the Part 15.19 statement
phone, void your warranty and/or result This device complies with part15 of FCC
in violation of FCC regulations. Do not rules.Operation is subject to the following
use the phone with a damaged antenna. two conditions:
A damaged antenna could cause a minor
skin burn. Contact your local dealer for a (1) This device may not cause harmful
replacement antenna. interference.
(2) This device must accept any
Body-worn Operation interference received, including
This device was tested for typical body- interference that may cause undesired
worn operations with the back of the operation.
phone kept 0.39 inches (1cm) between
the users body and the back of the Part 15.105 statement
phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure This equipment has been tested and
requirements, a minimum separation found to comply with the limits for a class
distance of 0.39 inches (1cm) must be B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
maintained between the users body and the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
the back of the phone. Third-party belt- to provide reasonable protection against
clips, holsters, and similar accessories harmful interference in a residential
containing metallic components may not installation. This equipment generates
be used. Body- uses and can radiate radio frequency
worn accessories that cannot maintain energy and, if not installed and used
0.39 inches (1cm) separation distance in accordance with the instructions,
between the user's body and the back may cause harmful interference to
of the phone, and have not been tested radio communications. However, there
for typical body-worn operations may not is no guarantee that interference will

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not occur in a particular installation. ] Only use the battery for the system for
If you experience interference with which it is specified.
reception (e.g.,television), determine if ] Only use the battery with a charging
this equipment is causing the harmful system that has been qualified with
interference by turning the equipment the system per this standard. Use
off and then back on to see if the of an unqualified battery or charger
interference is affected. If necessary, try may present a risk of fire, explosion,
correcting the interference by one or more leakage, or other hazard.
of the following measures: ] Do not short circuit a battery or allow
] Reorient or relocate the receiving metallic conductive objects to contact
antenna. battery terminals.
] Increase the separation between the ] Replace the battery only with another
equipment and receiver. battery that has been qualified
] Connect the equipment into an outlet with the system per this standard,
on a circuit different from that to which IEEE-Std-1725. Use of an unqualified
the receiver is connected. battery may present a risk of fire,
]Consult the dealer or an experienced explosion, leakage or other hazard.
radio/TV technician for help. ] Only authorized service providers shall
replace battery (If the battery is non-
Cautions for Battery user replaceable)
]Do not disassemble or open crush, bend ] Promptly dispose of used batteries in
or deform, puncture or shred. accordance with local regulations
] Do not modify or remanufacture, ] Battery usage by children should be
attempt to insert foreign objects into supervised.
the battery, immerse or expose to ] Avoid dropping the phone. If the
water or other liquids, expose to fire, phone is dropped, especially on a
explosion or other hazard. hard surface, and the user suspects

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damage, take it to a service center for recommend that you do not turn on or
inspection. off the handset close to your ear. We
] Improper battery use may result in a also recommend that music and call
fire, explosion or other hazard. volumes are set to a reasonable level.
] For those host devices that utilize ] If you are listening to music while
a USB port as a charging source, out and about, please ensure that the
the host devices user manual shall volume is at a reasonable level so that
include a statement that the phone you are aware of your surroundings.
shall only be connected to products This is particularly imperative when
that bear the USB-IF logo or have attempting to cross the street.
completed the USB-IF compliance
program. Wi-Fi Caution
This device is capable of operating in
Adapter (Charger) Cautions 802.11a/n mode. For 802.11a/n devices
] Using the wrong battery charger could operating in the frequency range of
damage your phone and void your 5.15 5.25 GHz, they are restricted for
warranty. indoor operations to reduce any potential
] The adapter or battery charger is harmful interference for Mobile Satellite
intended for indoor use only. Services (MSS) in the US. WIFI Access
Points that are capable of allowing your
Do not expose the adapter or battery
device to operate in 802.11a/n mode(5.15
charger to direct sunlight or use it in
5.25 GHz band) are optimized for indoor
places with high humidity, such as the
use only.
bathroom.
If your WIFI network is capable of
Avoid damage to your hearing operating in this mode, please restrict
] Damage to your hearing can occur your WIFI use indoors to not violate
if you are exposed to loud sound for federal regulations to protect Mobile
long periods of time. We therefore Satellite Services.

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Safety Guidelines

TIA Safety Information ICNIRP (1996)


Provided herein is the complete TIA Those standards were based on
Safety Information for Wireless Handheld comprehensive and periodic evaluations
phones. Inclusion of the text covering of the relevant scientific literature. For
Pacemakers, Hearing Aids, and Other example, over 120 scientists, engineers,
Medical Devices is required in the and physicians from universities,
owners manual for CTIA Certification. government health agencies, and industry
Use of the remaining TIA language is reviewed the available body of research
encouraged when appropriate. to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).
* American National Standards Institute;
Exposure to Radio Frequency National Council on Radiation Protection
Signal and Measurements; International
Your wireless handheld portable Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation
telephone is a lowpower radio transmitter Protection
and receiver. When it is ON, it receives The design of your phone complies with
and also sends out radio frequency (RF) the FCC guidelines (and those standards).
signals.
In August, 1996, the Federal Antenna Care
Communications Commissions (FCC) Use only the supplied or an approved
adopted RF exposure guidelines with replacement antenna. Unauthorized
safety levels for handheld wireless antennas, modifications, or attachments
phones. Those guidelines are consistent could damage the phone and may violate
with the safety standards previously set FCC regulations.
by both U.S. and international standards
bodies: Tips on Efficient Operation
ANSI C95.1 (1992) * For your phone to operate most efficiently:
Dont touch the antenna unnecessarily
NCRP Report 86 (1986)
when the phone is in use. Contact with

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the antenna affects call quality and may Pacemakers


cause the phone to operate at a higher The Health Industry Manufacturers
power level than otherwise needed. Association recommends that a minimum
separation of six (6) inches be maintained
Driving between a handheld wireless phone
Check the laws and regulations on the and a pacemaker to avoid potential
use of wireless phones in the areas interference with the pacemaker.
where you drive and always obey them. These recommendations are consistent
Also, if using your phone while driving, with the independent research by and
please observe the following: recommendations of Wireless Technology
] Give full attention to driving - driving Research.
safely is your first responsibility; Persons with pacemakers:
] Use hands-free operation, if available; ] Should ALWAYS keep the phone
] Pull off the road and park before more than six (6) inches from their
making or answering a call if driving pacemaker when the phone is turned
conditions or the law require it. ON;
] Should not carry the phone in a breast
Electronic Devices pocket;
Most modern electronic equipment
] Should use the ear opposite the
is shielded from RF signals. However,
pacemaker to minimize the potential
certain electronic equipment may not be
for interference;
shielded against the RF signals from your
wireless phone. ] Should turn the phone OFF
immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that interference is taking
place.

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Hearing Aids device to determine if they are adequately


Some digital wireless phones may shielded from external RF energy. Your
interfere with some hearing aids. In the physician may be able to assist you in
event of such interference, you may want obtaining this information.
to consult AT&T.
Health Care Facilities
HAC Turn your phone OFF in health care
This phone has been tested and rated facilities when any regulations posted
for use with hearing aids for some of in these areas instruct you to do so.
the wireless technologies that it uses. Hospitals or health care facilities may
However, there may be some newer use equipment that could be sensitive to
wireless technologies used in this phone external RF energy.
that have not been tested yet for use with
hearing aids. It is important to try the Vehicles
different features of this phone thoroughly RF signals may affect improperly installed
and in different locations, using your or inadequately shielded electronic
hearing aid or cochlear implant, to systems in motor vehicles. Check with
determine if you hear any interfering the manufacturer or its representative
noise. Consult your service provider regarding your vehicle.
or the manufacturer of this phone for You should also consult the manufacturer
information on hearing aid compatibility. of any equipment that has been added to
If you have questions about return or your vehicle.
exchange policies, consult your service
provider or phone retailer. Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility where
Other Medical Devices posted notices so require.
If you use any other personal medical
device, consult the manufacturer of your

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Aircraft (such as grain, dust, or metal powders);


FCC regulations prohibit using your phone and any other area where you would
while in the air. Turn your phone OFF normally be advised to turn off your
before boarding an aircraft. vehicle engine.

Blasting Areas For Vehicles Equipped with an


To avoid interfering with blasting Air Bag
operations, turn your phone OFF when in An air bag inflates with great force.
a blasting areas or in areas posted: Turn DO NOT place objects, including either
off two-way radio. Obey all signs and installed or portable wireless equipment,
instructions. in the area over the air bag or in the
air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere wireless equipment is improperly installed
Turn your phone OFF when in any area and the air bag inflates, serious injury
with a potentially explosive atmosphere could result.
and obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an Charger and Adapter Safety
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury ] The charger and adapter are intended
or even death. for indoor use only.
Areas with a potentially explosive
Battery Information and Care
atmosphere are often, but not always,
marked clearly. Potential areas may ] Always unplug the charger from the
include: fueling areas (such as gasoline wall socket after the phone is fully
stations); below deck on boats; fuel or charged to save unnecessary power
chemical transfer or storage facilities; consumption of the charger.
vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas ] Please read the manual of specified
(such as propane or butane); areas where charger about charging method.
the air contains chemicals or particles ] Do not damage the power cord by

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bending, twisting, or heating. Do not ~ 45C.


use the plug if it is loose as it may ] Charging temperature range is
cause electric shock or fire. regulated between 0C and 45C.
] Do not place any heavy items on the Do not charge the battery out of
power cord. Do not allow the power recommended temperature range.
cord to be crimped as it may cause Charging out of recommended range
electric shock or fire. might cause the generating heat or
] Unplug the power cord prior to serious damage of battery. And also,
cleaning your phone, and clean the it might cause the deterioration of
power plug pin when its dirty. When battery's characteristics and cycle life.
using the power plug, ensure that its ] Do not use or leave the battery under
firmly connected. If not, it may cause the blazing sun or in heated car by
excessive heat or fire. If you put your sunshine.The battery may generate
phone in a pocket or bag without heat, smoke or flame. And also, it
covering the receptacle of the phone might cause the deterioration of
(power plug pin), metallic articles batterys characteristics or cycle life.
(such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may ] The battery pack has protection circuit
short-circuit the phone. Always cover to avoid the danger. Do not use nearby
the receptacle when not in use. the place where generates static
] Recharge the battery after long electricity more than 100V which gives
periods of non-use to maximize damage to the protection circuit. If
battery life. Battery life will vary due the protection circuit were broken,
to usage pattern and environmental the battery would generate smoke,
conditions. rupture or flame.
] Never store your phone in temperature ] If the skin or cloth is smeared with
less than -4F or greater than 122F. liquid from the battery, wash with
Charge the battery in range of 0C fresh water. It may cause the skin

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inflammation. ] When using the power plug, ensure


] Please take your phone to an that it is firmly connected. If it is not,
authorized service center immediately it may cause excessive heat or fire.
if this occurs. ] If you put your phone in a pocket or
] Do not handle the phone with wet bag without covering the receptacle of
hands while it is being charged. It may the phone (power plug pin), metallic
cause an electric shock or seriously articles (such as a coin, paperclip
damage your phone. or pen) may short-circuit the phone.
] Do not place or answer calls while Always cover the receptacle when
charging the phone as it may short- not in use.
circuit the phone and/or cause electric ] Do not short-circuit the battery.
shock or fire. Metallic articles such as a coin,
] The charger and adapter are intended paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag
for indoor use only. may short-circuit the + and terminals
of the battery (metal strips on the
] Talking on your phone for a long
battery) upon moving. Short-circuit of
period of time may reduce call quality
the terminal may damage the battery
due to heat generated during use.
and cause an explosion.
Explosion, Shock, and Fire General Notice
Hazards ] Using a damaged battery or placing
] Do not put your phone in a place a battery in your mouth may cause
subject to excessive dust and keep the serious injury.
minimum required distance between
] Do not place items containing
the power cord and heat sources.
magnetic components such as a
] Unplug the power cord prior to credit card, phone card, bank book or
cleaning your phone, and clean the subway ticket near your phone. The
power plug pin when it is dirty. magnetism of the phone may damage

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the data stored in the magnetic strip. text messages, voice messages,
] Talking on your phone for a long pictures, and videos could also be
period of time may reduce call quality deleted.) The manufacturer is not
due to heat generated during use. liable for damage due to the loss of
data.
] When the phone is not used for a long
period time, store it in a safe place ] When you use the phone in public
with the power cord unplugged. places, set the ring tone to vibration
so as not to disturb others.
] Using the phone in proximity to
receiving equipment (i.e., TV or radio) ] Do not turn your phone on or off when
may cause interference to the phone. putting it in your ear.
] Do not use the phone if the antenna ] Your phone is an electronic device
is damaged. If a damaged antenna that generates heat during normal
contacts skin, it may cause a slight operation. Extremely prolonged,
burn. Please contact an LG Authorized direct skin contact in the absence of
Service Center to replace the adequate ventilation may result in
damaged antenna. discomfort or minor burns. Therefore,
use care when handling your phone
] Do not immerse your phone in water.
during or immediately after operation.
If this happens, turn it off immediately
and remove the battery. If the phone Caution: Avoid potential
does not work, take it to an LG hearing loss.
Authorized Service Center. Prolonged exposure to loud sounds
] Do not paint your phone. (including music) is the most common
] The data saved in your phone might cause of preventable hearing loss. Some
be deleted due to careless use, scientific research suggests that using
repair of the phone, or upgrade of portable audio devices, such as portable
the software. Please backup your music players and cellular telephones, at
important phone numbers. (Ring tones, high volume settings for long durations

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may lead to permanent noise induced choose to listen to your portable


hearing loss. This includes the use of device in a noisy environment, use
headphones (including headsets, earbuds noisecancelling headphones to block
and Bluetooth or other wireless devices). out background environmental noise.
Exposure to very loud sound has also ] Limit the amount of time you listen.
been associated in some studies As the volume increases, less time is
with tinnitus (a ringing in the ear), required before your hearing could be
hypersensitivity to sound and distorted affected.
hearing. Individual susceptibility to noise- ] Avoid using headphones after
induced hearing loss and other potential exposure to extremely loud noises,
hearing problems varies. such as rock concerts, that might
The amount of sound produced by a cause temporary hearing loss.
portable audio device varies depending Temporary hearing loss might cause
on the nature of the sound, the device, unsafe volumes to sound normal.
the device settings and the headphones. ] Do not listen at any volume that
You should follow some commonsense causes you discomfort. If you
recommendations when using any experience ringing in your ears, hear
portable audio device: 204 Safety muffled speech or experience any
] Set the volume in a quiet environment temporary hearing difficulty after
and select the lowest volume at which listening to your portable audio
you can hear adequately. device, discontinue use and consult
] When using headphones, turn the your doctor.
volume down if you cannot hear the You can obtain additional information on
people speaking near you or if the this subject from the following sources:
person sitting next to you can hear Safety 205
what you are listening to. American Academy of Audiology 11730
] Do not turn the volume up to block Plaza American Drive, Suite 300
out noisy surroundings. If you Reston, VA 20190
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Voice: (800) 222-2336 Phones.


Email: info@audiology.org
1.Do wireless phones pose a
Internet: www.audiology.org health hazard?
National Institute on Deafness and Other The available scientific evidence does
Communication not show that any health problems
Disorders are associated with using wireless
National Institutes of Health phones. There is no proof, however,
31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 that wireless phones are absolutely
Bethesda, MD USA 20892-2320 safe. Wireless phones emit low levels
of radiofrequency energy (RF) in the
Voice: (301) 496-7243 microwave range while being used.
Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov They also emit very low levels of RF
Internet: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ when in the Home screen. Whereas
health/hearing high levels of RF can produce health
National Institute for Occupational Safety effects (by heating tissue), exposure
and Health Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg. to low level RF that does not produce
200 Independence Ave., SW Washington, heating effects causes no known
DC 20201 Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800- adverse health effects. Many studies
356-4674) of low level RF exposures have not
found any biological effects. Some
Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/
studies have suggested that some
topics/noise/default.html
biological effects may occur, but such
findings have not been confirmed by
FDA Consumer Update additional research. In some cases,
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration other researchers have had difficulty
Center for Devices and Radiological in reproducing those studies, or in
Health Consumer Update on Mobile determining the reasons for inconsistent

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results. ] Design wireless phones in a way that


minimizes any RF exposure to the
2.What is the FDAs role user that is not necessary for device
concerning the safety of function; and
wireless phones? ] Cooperate in providing users of
Under the law, the FDA does not wireless phones with the best
review the safety of radiation- possible information on possible
emitting consumer products such effects of wireless phone use on
as wireless phones before they can human health.
be sold, as it does with new drugs
The FDA belongs to an interagency
or medical devices. However, the
working group of the federal agencies
agency has authority to take action if
that have responsibility for different
wireless phones are shown to emit
aspects of RF safety to ensure
radiofrequency energy (RF) at a level
coordinated efforts at the federal level.
that is hazardous to the user. In such
The following agencies belong to this
a case, the FDA could require the
working group:
manufacturers of wireless phones to
notify users of the health hazard and to ] National Institute for Occupational
repair, replace, or recall the phones so Safety and Health
that the hazard no longer exists. ] Environmental Protection Agency
Although the existing scientific data ] Occupational Safety and Health
do not justify FDA regulatory actions, Administration
the FDA has urged the wireless phone ] National Telecommunications and
industry to take a number of steps, Information Administration
including the following: The National Institutes of Health
] Support needed research into possible participates in some interagency
biological effects of RF of the type working group activities, as well.
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The FDA shares regulatory measurable radiofrequency energy (RF)


responsibilities for wireless phones because of the short distance between
with the Federal Communications the phone and the users head. These
Commission (FCC). All phones that are RF exposures are limited by FCC safety
sold in the United States must comply guidelines that were developed with
with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF the advice of the FDA and other federal
exposure. The FCC relies on the FDA health and safety agencies. When the
and other health agencies for safety phone is located at greater distances
questions about wireless phones. from the user, the exposure to RF is
The FCC also regulates the base drastically lower because a persons
stations that the wireless phone RF exposure decreases rapidly with
networks rely upon. While these base increasing distance from the source.
stations operate at higher power than The so-called cordless phones, which
do the wireless phones themselves, the have a base unit connected to the
RF exposures that people get from these telephone wiring in a house, typically
base stations are typically thousands operate at far lower power levels, and
of times lower than those they can get thus produce RF exposures far below
from wireless phones. Base stations the FCC safety limits.
are thus not the subject of the safety
questions discussed in this document.
4.What are the results of the
research done already?
3.What kinds of phones are the The research done thus far has
subject of this update? produced conflicting results, and
The term wireless phone refers here to many studies have suffered from
handheld wireless phones with built-in flaws in their research methods.
antennas, often called cell, mobile, Animal experiments investigating the
or PCS phones. These types of effects of radiofrequency energy (RF)
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phones have yielded conflicting results studies demonstrated the existence of


that often cannot be repeated in other any harmful health effects from wireless
laboratories. A few animal studies, phone RF exposures. However, none of
however, have suggested that low the studies can answer questions about
levels of RF could accelerate the long-term exposures, since the average
development of cancer in laboratory period of phone use in these studies
animals. However, many of the was around three years.
studies that showed increased tumor
development used animals that had 5.What research is needed to
been genetically engineered or treated decide whether RF exposure
with cancer causing chemicals so as from wireless phones poses a
to be pre-disposed to develop cancer health risk?
in the absence of RF exposure. Other A combination of laboratory studies
studies exposed the animals to RF for and epidemiological studies of people
up to 22 hours per day. These conditions actually using wireless phones would
are not similar to the conditions under provide some of the data that are
which people use wireless phones, so needed. Lifetime animal exposure
we dont know with certainty what the studies could be completed in a few
results of such studies mean for human years. However, very large numbers of
health. Three large epidemiology studies animals would be needed to provide
have been published since December reliable proof of a cancer promoting
2000. Between them, the studies effect if one exists. Epidemiological
investigated any possible association studies can provide data that is directly
between the use of wireless phones applicable to human populations, but
and primary brain cancer, glioma, 10 or more years follow-up may be
meningioma, or acoustic neuroma, needed to provide answers about some
tumors of the brain or salivary gland, health effects, such as cancer. This is
leukemia, or other cancers. None of the because the interval between the time

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of exposure to a cancer-causing agent that has driven the establishment of


and the time tumors develop - if they new research programs around the
do- may be many, many years. The world. The project has also helped
interpretation of epidemiological studies develop a series of public information
is hampered by difficulties in measuring documents on EMF issues. The FDA
actual RF exposure during day-to-day and the Cellular Telecommunications
use of wireless phones. Many factors & Internet Association (CTIA) have
affect this measurement, such as the a formal Cooperative Research and
angle at which the phone is held, or Development Agreement (CRADA)
which model of phone is used. to do research on wireless phone
safety. The FDA provides the scientific
6.What is the FDA doing to find oversight, obtaining input from experts
out more about the possible in government, industry, and academic
health effects of wireless organizations. CTIA-funded research
phone RF? is conducted through contracts with
The FDA is working with the U.S. independent investigators. The initial
National Toxicology Program and with research will include both laboratory
groups of investigators around the studies and studies of wireless phone
world to ensure that high priority animal users. The CRADA will also include
studies are conducted to address a broad assessment of additional
important questions about the effects of research needs in the context of the
exposure to radiofrequency energy (RF). latest research developments around
The FDA has been a leading participant the world.
in the World Health Organization
International Electromagnetic Fields 7.How can I find out how
(EMF) Project since its inception in much radio frequency energy
1996. An influential result of this exposure I can get by using
work has been the development of my wireless phone?
a detailed agenda of research needs All phones sold in the United
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States must comply with Federal exposure level in the online listing.
Communications Commission (FCC)
guidelines that limit radio frequency 8.What has the FDA done to
energy (RF) exposures. The FCC measure the radio frequency
established these guidelines in energy coming from wireless
consultation with the FDA and the other phones?
federal health and safety agencies. The Institute of Electrical and Electronic
The FCC limit for RF exposure from Engineers (IEEE) is developing a
wireless telephones is set at a Specific technical standard for measuring
Absorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 watts per the radio frequency energy (RF)
kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC limit is exposure from wireless phones
consistent with the safety standards and other wireless handsets with
developed by the Institute of Electrical the participation and leadership of
and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) and FDA scientists and engineers. The
the National Council on Radiation standard, Recommended Practice for
Protection and Measurement. The Determining the Spatial- Peak Specific
exposure limit takes into consideration Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human
the bodys ability to remove heat from Body Due to Wireless Communications
the tissues that absorb energy from Devices: Experimental Techniques,
the wireless phone and is set well sets forth the first consistent test
below levels known to have effects. methodology for measuring the rate
Manufacturers of wireless phones at which RF is deposited in the heads
must report the RF exposure level for of wireless phone users. The test
each model of phone to the FCC. The method uses a tissuesimulating model
FCC website (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ of the human head. Standardized
rfsafety) gives directions for locating SAR test methodology is expected
the FCC identification number on your to greatly improve the consistency
phone so you can find your phones RF of measurements made at different

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laboratories on the same phone. SAR between your body and the source of
is the measurement of the amount the RF, since the exposure level drops
of energy absorbed in tissue, either off dramatically with distance. For
by the whole body or a small part of example, you could use a headset and
the body. It is measured in watts/ carry the wireless phone away from
kg (or milliwatts/g) of matter. This your body or use a wireless phone
measurement is used to determine connected to a remote antenna. Again,
whether a wireless phone complies the scientific data do not demonstrate
with safety guidelines. that wireless phones are harmful.
But if you are concerned about the
9.What steps can I take to RF exposure from these products, you
reduce my exposure to can use measures like those described
radiofrequency energy from above to reduce your RF exposure from
my wireless phone? wireless phone use.
If there is a risk from these products -
and at this point we do not know that 10. What about children using
there is - it is probably very small. But wireless phones?
if you are concerned about avoiding The scientific evidence does not show
even potential risks, you can take a a danger to users of wireless phones,
few simple steps to minimize your including children and teenagers.
exposure to radiofrequency energy If you want to take steps to lower
(RF). Since time is a key factor in how exposure to radiofrequency energy
much exposure a person receives, (RF), the measures described above
reducing the amount of time spent would apply to children and teenagers
using a wireless phone will reduce RF using wireless phones. Reducing
exposure. If you must conduct extended the time of wireless phone use and
conversations by wireless phone every increasing the distance between the
day, you could place more distance user and the RF source will reduce

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RF exposure. Some groups sponsored part of a standard sponsored by the


by other national governments have Association for the Advancement of
advised that children be discouraged Medical instrumentation (AAMI). The
from using wireless phones at all. final draft, a joint effort by the FDA,
For example, the government in the medical device manufacturers, and
United Kingdom distributed leaflets many other groups, was completed
containing such a recommendation in in late 2000. This standard will allow
December 2000. They noted that no manufacturers to ensure that cardiac
evidence exists that using a wireless pacemakers and defibrillators are safe
phone causes brain tumors or other ill from wireless phone EMI. The FDA has
effects. Their recommendation to limit tested hearing aids for interference
wireless phone use by children was from handheld wireless phones and
strictly precautionary; it was not based helped develop a voluntary standard
on scientific evidence that any health sponsored by the Institute of Electrical
hazard exists. and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This
standard specifies test methods and
11. What about wireless phone performance requirements for hearing
interference with medical aids and wireless phones so that no
equipment? interference occurs when a person
Radio frequency energy (RF) from uses a compatible phone and a
wireless phones can interact with compatible hearing aid at the same
some electronic devices. For this time. This standard was approved by
reason, the FDA helped develop a the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues
detailed test method to measure to monitor the use of wireless phones
electromagnetic interference (EMI) for possible interactions with other
of implanted cardiac pacemakers medical devices. Should harmful
and defibrillators from wireless interference be found to occur, the
telephones. This test method is now FDA will conduct testing to assess the

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interference and work to resolve the responsibility accompanies the benefits


problem. of wireless phones, one that every user
must uphold.
12. Where can I find additional When operating a car, driving is your first
information? responsibility.
For additional information, please refer
When using your wireless phone behind
to the following resources:
the wheel of a car, practice good common
FDA web page on wireless phones sense and remember the following tips:
(http://www.fda.gov, click on "C" in the
1. Get to know your wireless phone and
index and "Cell Phones")
its features such as speed dial and
Federal Communications Commission redial. Carefully read your instruction
(FCC) RF Safety Program manual and learn to take advantage of
(http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) valuable features most phones offer,
International Commission on Non- including automatic redial and memory.
lonizing Radiation Protection Also, work to memorize the phone
(http://www.icnirp.de) keypad so you can use the speed dial
World Health Organization (WHO) function without taking your attention
International EMF Project off the road.
(http://www.who.int/emf) 2. When available, use a hands-free
National Radiological Protection Board device. A number of hands-free
(UK) wireless phone accessories are readily
(http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation/) available today. Whether you choose
an installed mounted device for your
wireless phone or a speaker phone
10 Driver Safety Tips accessory, take advantage of these
Your wireless phone gives you the devices if available to you.
powerful ability to communicate by voice 3. Make sure you place your wireless
almost anywhere, anytime. An important
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phone within easy reach and where moving or before pulling into traffic.
you can reach it without removing Try to plan your calls before you begin
your eyes from the road. If you get an your trip or attempt to coincide your
incoming call at an inconvenient time, calls with times you may be stopped
if possible, let your voicemail answer at a stop sign, red light or otherwise
it for you. stationary. But if you need to dial while
4. Suspend conversations during driving, follow this simple tip dial
hazardous driving conditions or only a few numbers, check the road
situations. Let the person you are and your mirrors, then continue.
speaking with know you are driving; if 7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional
necessary, suspend the call in heavy conversations that may be distracting.
traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Stressful or emotional conversations
Rain, sleet, snow and ice can be and driving do not mix; they are
hazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a distracting and even dangerous when
driver, your first responsibility is to pay you are behind the wheel of a car.
attention to the road. Make people you are talking with
5. Do not take notes or look up phone aware you are driving and if necessary,
numbers while driving. If you are suspend conversations which have the
reading an Address Book or business potential to divert your attention from
card, or writing a to-do list while the road.
driving a car, you are not watching 8. Use your wireless phone to call for
where you are going. It is common help. Your wireless phone is one of
sense. Dont get caught in a dangerous the greatest tools you can own to
situation because you are reading or protect yourself and your family in
writing and not paying attention to the dangerous situations with your
road or nearby vehicles. phone at your side, help is only three
6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if numbers away. Dial 911 or other local
possible, place calls when you are not emergency number in the case of fire,

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traffic accident, road hazard or medical general guidelines. Before deciding


emergency. Remember, it is a free call to use your mobile device while
on your wireless phone! operating a vehicle, it is recommended
9. Use your wireless phone to help others that you consult your applicable
in emergencies. Your wireless phone jurisdictions local laws or other
provides you a perfect opportunity to be regulations regarding such use. Such
a Good Samaritan in your community. laws or other regulations may prohibit
If you see an auto accident, crime in or otherwise restrict the manner in
progress or other serious emergency which a driver may use his or her
where lives are in danger, call 911 or phone while operating a vehicle.
other local emergency number, as you For more information, please call to
would want others to do for you. 888-901-SAFE, or visit our website
10. Call roadside assistance or a special http://www.ctia.org.
wireless non-emergency assistance
number when necessary. Certain Consumer Information on
situations you encounter while driving
may require attention, but are not SAR (Specific Absorption
urgent enough to merit a call for Rate)
emergency services. But you can This model phone meets the governments
still use your wireless phone to lend requirements for exposure to radio waves.
a hand. If you see a broken-down Your wireless phone is a radio
vehicle posing no serious hazard, a transmitter and receiver. It is designed
broken traffic signal, a minor traffic and manufactured not to exceed the
accident where no one appears emission limits for exposure to radio
injured or a vehicle. You know to be frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal
stolen, call roadside assistance or Communications Commission (FCC) of the
other special non-emergency wireless U.S. Government. These limits are part of
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permitted levels of RF energy for the Before a phone model is available for
general population. The guidelines are sale to the public, it must be tested
based on standards that were developed and certified to the FCC that it does
by independent scientific organizations not exceed the limit established by the
through periodic and thorough evaluation government-adopted requirement for
of scientific studies. The standards include safe exposure. The tests are performed
a substantial safety margin designed in positions and locations (e.g., at the
to assure the safety of all persons, ear and worn on the body) as required by
regardless of age and health. the FCC for each model. The highest SAR
The exposure standard for wireless mobile value for this phone when tested for use
phones employs a unit of measurement at the ear is 0.00 W/kg and when worn
known as the Specific Absorption Rate, on the body, as described in this users
or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is manual, is
1.6 W/kg.* Tests for SAR are conducted 0.00 W/kg. (Body-worn measurements
using standard operating positions differ among phones models, depending
specified by the FCC with the phone upon available accessories and FCC
transmitting at its highest certified power requirements.) While there may be
level in all tested frequency bands. differences between SAR levels of various
Although SAR is determined at the phones and at various positions, they all
highest certified power level, the actual meet the government requirement for safe
SAR level of the phone while operating exposure.
can be well below the maximum value. The FCC has granted an Equipment
Because the phone is designed to operate Authorization for this model phone with
at multiple power levels to use only the all reported SAR levels evaluated as in
power required to reach the network, in compliance with the FCC RF emission
general, the closer you are to a wireless guidelines. SAR information on this model
base station antenna, the lower the power phone is on file with the FCC and can be
output. found under the Display Grant section

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of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after phones be compatible with hearing-aids.


searching on FCC ID ZNFD800. The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure
Additional information on Specific reasonable access to telecommunications
Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on services for persons with hearing
the Cellular Telecommunications Industry disabilities.
Association (CTIA) website at http:// While some wireless phones are used
www.ctia.org near some hearing devices (hearing aids
* In the United States and Canada, the and cochlear implants), users may detect
SAR limit for mobile phones used by the a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.
public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged Some hearing devices are more immune
over one gram of tissue. The standard than others to this interference noise,
incorporates a substantial margin of and phones also vary in the amount of
safety to give additional protection interference they generate.
for the public and to account for any The wireless telephone industry has
variations in measurements. developed a rating system for wireless
phones, to assist hearing device users to
find phones that may be compatible with
FCC Hearing-Aid their hearing devices. Not all phones have
Compatibility (HAC) been rated. Phones that are rated have
Regulations for Wireless the rating on their box or a label located
Devices on the box.
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal The ratings are not guarantees. Results
Communications Commission (FCC) Report will vary depending on the users hearing
and Order in WT Docket 01-309 modified device and hearing loss. If your hearing
the exception of wireless phones under device happens to be vulnerable to
the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of interference, you may not be able to use
1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless a rated phone successfully. Trying out the
phone with your hearing device is the
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best way to evaluate it for your personal meets the M2 level rating and the
needs. wireless phone meets the M3 level rating,
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 the sum of the two values equal M5. This
meet FCC requirements and are likely should provide the hearing aid user with
to generate less interference to hearing normal usage while using their hearing
devices than phones that are not labeled. aid with the particular wireless phone.
M4 is the better/higher of the two Normal usage in this context is defined
ratings. as a signal quality thats acceptable for
T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet normal operation.
FCC requirements and are likely to The M mark is intended to be synonymous
generate less interference to hearing with the U mark. The T mark is intended
devices than phones that are not labeled. to be synonymous with the UT mark.
T4 is the better/ higher of the two ratings. The M and T marks are recommended
Hearing devices may also be rated. Your by the Alliance for Telecommunications
hearing device manufacturer or hearing Industries Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT
health professional may help you find marks are referenced in Section 20.19
this rating. Higher ratings mean that the of the FCC Rules. The HAC rating and
hearing device is relatively immune to measurement procedure are described in
interference noise. The hearing aid and the American National Standards Institute
wireless phone rating values are then (ANSI) C63.19 standard.
added together. A sum of 5 is considered When youre talking on a cell phone,
acceptable for normal use. A sum of 6 is its recommended that you turn the BT
considered for best use. (Bluetooth) mode off for HAC.
For information about hearing aids and
digital wireless phones

In the above example, if a hearing aid

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Wireless Phones and Hearing Aid


Accessibility
http://www.accesswireless.org/
Gallaudet University, RERC
http://tap.gallaudet.edu/Voice/
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and
Volume Control
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.
html
The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC
Order
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/
attachmatch/FCC-03-168A1.pdf
Hearing Loss Association of
America [HLAA]
http://hearingloss.org/content/
telephones-and-mobile-devices

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