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Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..5 Onscreen keyboard ........34 Entering accented letters ......35 Important notice ........12 Google account setup ......36 Getting to know your phone ....17 Connecting to Networks and Devices ..37 Phone overview ........17 Wi-Fi .............37 Installing the SIM card and battery ..19 Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ....37 Charging your phone ......20...
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Messaging ..........48 LG SmartWorld ........62 How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Sending a message .......48 Phone ..........62 Threaded box ........49 How to use LG SmartWorld ....62 Changing your message settings ...49 Multimedia ..........64 E-mail ............50 Gallery ...........64 Managing an email account ....50 Viewing pictures ........64...
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Accessing the Settings menu ....75 WIRELESS & NETWORKS .......75 DEVICE ..........77 PERSONAL ..........78 SYSTEM ..........80 PC software (LG PC Suite) ......81 Phone software update ......84 Phone software update ......84 About this user guide ......86 About this user guide ......86 Trademarks ...........86 Accessories ..........88...
Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model LG-E612 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
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Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair • work is required. Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards • that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.
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Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the • information on the magnetic strips. Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the phone. • Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture. •...
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Guidelines for safe and efficient use Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive. Do not use a hand-held phone while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so •...
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NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Glass Parts Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it.
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You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other • battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the • battery life. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
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If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics • service point or dealer for assistance. Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to • save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone for service or calling a service representative. 1. Phone memory When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages.
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To check the battery power level: > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Battery. Touch • The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen. To monitor and control how battery power is being used: Touch >...
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Important notice 4. Using an unlock pattern > Apps tab > Settings > Lock Set an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch screen from DEVICE > Select screen lock > Pattern.This opens a screen that will guide you through how to draw a screen unlock pattern. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock pattern.
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Power off the phone. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key + Home key. When the LG Logo appears on the screen, release all keys. WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted.
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Important notice 7. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP) > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE to check out the Touch storage media. Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable. A USB connection type list will appear on your phone screen, Select the Media sync (MTP) option.
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Earpiece Power/Lock key • Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key. • Short press to lock/unlock the screen. Proximity Sensor Back key Return to the previous screen. Home key Return to the Home screen from any screen. Menu key Check what options are available.
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Getting to know your phone Power/Lock key Earphone Jack Volume keys In the Home screen:Controls ringer volume • During a call: Control your earpiece volume • When playing a song: Controls volume continuously • TIP! QuickMemo function Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second to use the QuickMemo function.
Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery: To remove the battery cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your index finger as shown in figure.
A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. When using unapproved chargers or cables, it may cause battery charging slowly or pop up the message regarding slow charging. Or, unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.
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The charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into an electrical outlet. NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. • Do not open the battery cover while your phone is charging. •...
Getting to know your phone NOTE: While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not • affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
Using the memory card Your phone supports the use of microSD or microSDHC memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifically designed for mobile phones and other ultra-small devices, and are ideal for storing media-rich files such as music, programs, videos and photographs for use with your phone.
Getting to know your phone WARNING Do not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is ON. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored on the memory card may become corrupt. To format the memory card: Your memory card may already be formatted.
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appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open. TIP! To wake up your phone, you can alternatively use the home key while the screen is turned off.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on- screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs.
Home screen Home Screen Overview The main home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application icons, shortcuts, folders or widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default page and accessible from any menu by pressing Home key.
Your Home screen Navigating Through the Application Menu Your phone initially has several Application Menus available. Follow these steps to navigate through the Application Menu screens: At the Home screen, tap . The first Application Menu displays. Swipe the screen left or right to access the other menus. Tap one of the application icons.
Customizing the Screen You can customize your Home screen by doing the following: Changing the Wallpaper • Creating Shortcuts • Creating Application Folders on Home screen • Adding and Removing Widgets on Home screen • Customizing the Apps Menu screen •...
Your Home screen complete, release the screen to lock the new shortcut into its new position on the current screen. Deleting a shortcut Press to activate the Home screen. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen.
Customizing the Apps Menu screen Touch the from the main Home screen. Tap the Apps tab at the top of the screen to go to the Apps Menu screen, if it is not already selected. to customize the Apps Menu screen using Search, Sort by, Touch the Reset, App settings, System settings menu options.
Your Home screen Pending Bluetooth, Wi-Fi & notifications battery status Swipe down for notifications & settings Swipe down the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications panel, swipe up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen. Quick Settings Use Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi, manage display brightness and more.
Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device.
Your Home screen System warning Song is playing Phone is connected to PC via Alarm is set USB cable or USB tethering is active Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is New voicemail active Both USB tethering and Ringer is silenced portable hotspot are active NOTE: The icon's location in the status bar may differ according to the function or service.
Entering accented letters When you select French or Spanish as the text entry language, you can enter special French or Spanish characters (e.g. "á"). For example, to input "á", touch and hold the "a" key until the zoom-in key grows bigger and displays characters from different languages.
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. To set up your Google account: Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or ‘hotspot’. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them.
You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or • received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file from an appropriate application or from Downloads. Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
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Connecting to Networks and Devices Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > choose options that you want to adjust. TIP! If your computer is running Windows 7 or a recent distribution of some flavours of Linux (such as Ubuntu), you will not usually need to prepare your computer for tethering.
Use the USB data cable to connect your phone to the PC. The USB connection type list will appear; select the LG software. Run the LG PC Suite program on your PC. Refer to the PC software (LG PC Suite) help for more information.
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Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode Connect the your phone to a PC using a USB cable. If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. Touch >...
Calls Making a call Touch to open the keypad. Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the Touch to make a call. To end a call, touch the End icon TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts Touch to open your contacts.
Calls Adjusting the in-call volume To adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the left- hand side of the phone. Making a second call During your first call, touch Menu key > Add call and dial the number. You can also go to the recently dialled numbers list by touching or can search contacts by touching...
Call settings You can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. On the Home screen, touch Touch Tap Call settings and choose the options that you wish to adjust.
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact On the Home screen Touch to open your contacts. Touch Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact , enter the new contact's number, then touch the Menu key Touch...
Removing a contact from your favourites list Touch to open your contacts. Touch the tab, and choose a contact to view its details. Touch the yellow color star to the right corner of the contact's name. The star turns to grey color and the contact is removed from your favourites. Creating a group Touch to open your contacts.
Messaging Your phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message Touch on the Home screen and touch to open a blank message. Enter a contact name or contact number in the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts will appear.
Threaded box Unread messages (SMS, MMS) are located on the top. And the others exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview of your conversation. Changing your message settings Your phone message settings are pre-defined, so you can send messages immediately. You can change the settings according to your preferences.
E-mail You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Google Mail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need.
Composing and sending email To compose and send a message While in the E-mail application, touch Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolon.
Getting to know the viewfinder Cheese shutter – To take a photo, say one of the following words: Cheese, Smile, Whisky, Kimchi or LG. Brightness – Defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the image. Shot mode – Choose from Normal, Panorama or Continuous shot.
Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list. After selecting the option, tap the Back key. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Zoom in or zoom out.
Camera Activate this to use your phone's location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged pictures to a blog that supports geotagging, you can see the pictures displayed on a map. NOTE: This function is only available when the GPS function is active.
Touch the Capture icon to take the picture. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys. Once you've taken a photo Touch to view the last photo you took. Tap to view the Gallery of your saved photos. Touch to take another photo immediately. Touch to send your photo to others or share it via social network services.
Camera Slideshow – Automatically shows you the images in the current folder one after the other. Details – Find more information about the file. Viewing your saved photos You can access your saved photos when in camera mode. Just tap icon and Gallery will be displayed.
Video camera Getting to know the viewfinder Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Video size – Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Brightness – This defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Flash –...
Video camera Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Choose a color tone to use for your new view. Activate this to use your phone's location-based services.
After recording a video Your captured video will appear on the Gallery. Touch to view the last video you captured. Touch to record another video immediately. Touch to send your video to others or share it via social network services. Touch to view the Gallery of your saved videos.
LG Unique Function QuickMemo function Use the QuickMemo function practicallfy and efficiently; create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. Enter the QuickMemo screen by pressing both the Volume up and down keys for one second on the screen you want to capture.
Touch in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen. NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use your fingernail. Using the QuickMemo options You can easily use the QuickMenu options when using the QuickMemo function. Selects whether to use the background screen or not.
LG SmartWorld. Touch Select country and tap Start LG SmartWorld Enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld and Tap Sign in. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership. Download the contents you want.
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• Apps for you – Recommended content based on your previous choices. Settings – Set Profile and Display. Sign in – Set your ID and Password. NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all countries.
Multimedia Gallery You can store multimedia files in internal memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. Touch > Apps tab > Gallery. Open a list of catalog bars that store your multimedia files. NOTE: Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed •...
Playing videos Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch. Editing photos When viewing an photo, tap the Menu key > Edit to use the use the advanced editing options.
Multimedia Playing a video > Apps tab > Videos. Touch Select the video you want to play. Touch to pause video playback. Touch to resume video playback. Touch to go 10 seconds forward. Touch to go 10 seconds backward. Touch to manage the video volume. Touch to change the ratio of the video screen.
Transfer music using Media sync (MTP) Connect the phone to your PC using a USB cable. Select the Media sync (MTP) option from phone. Your phone will appear as another hard drive on your computer. Click and open to view the contents. Copy the files from your PC to the device drive folder or vice versa.
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Multimedia To change the volume while listening to music, press the up and down volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone. Touch and hold any song in the list. The Play, Add to playlist, Share, Set as ringtone, Delete, Details and Search options will be displayed.
Utilities Setting your alarm > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > Touch After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before the alarm will go off. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo.
Utilities If you wish to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details. If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT, and set REMINDERS, if necessary. Touch Save to save the event in the calendar. Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.
Polaris Office 4 Polaris Office is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, anywhere or anytime, using their mobile devices. Touch > Apps tab > Polaris Office 4. Viewing files Mobile users can now easily view a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office documents and Adobe PDF, right on their mobile devices.
Utilities FM radio Your LG-E612 has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favourite stations and listen on the go. NOTE: You need to use your headphones to listen to the radio. Insert it into the headphone jack.
The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
The Web Opening a page To go to new page, tap To go to another webpage, tap , scroll and tap the page to select it. Searching the Web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your LG-E612 in the router. You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: touch Apps tab >...
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Settings Save unknown numbers – Add unknown numbers to contacts after a call. Voicemail – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service. Call reject – Allows you to set the call reject function. Choose from Call reject mode or Rejection list. Decline with message –...
DEVICE < Sound > Sound profile – Choose from Sound, Vibrate only or Silent. Volumes – Manage the volume of Phone ringtone, Notification sound, Touch feedback & system, Music, video, games and other media. Quiet time – Set times to turn off all sounds except alarm and media. Ringtone with vibration –...
Settings < Lock screen > Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a screen unlock pattern. Set None, Swipe, Pattern, PIN or Password. If you have enabled a Pattern lock type when you turn on your phone or wake up the screen, you will be asked to draw your unlock pattern to unlock the screen.
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< Location access > Access to my location – If you select Wi-Fi & mobile network location, your phone determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks. When you select this option, you're asked whether you consent to allowing Google to use your location when providing these services.
Ask on connection – Ask in USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. Help – Help for USB connection. PC Suite – Checkmark this to use LG PC Suite with your Wi-Fi connection. Help – Help for LG software.
PC software (LG PC Suite) "LG PC Suite" PC software is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC.
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Select the checkbox of contents to synchronize and click the Sync button. NOTE: To synchronize your phone with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install LG PC Suite onto your PC. Please refer to previous pages to install LG PC Suite.
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Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program. Install "LG PC Suite" on the PC first. Run the program and connect your Android mobile phone to the PC using a USB cable.
Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
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NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.
This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region or hardware •...
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Notice: Open Source Software To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http://opensource.lge.com/ All referred licence terms, disclaimers and notices are available for download with the source code.
Travel adaptor Stereo headset Quick Start Guide Data cable Battery NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may invalidate your • warranty. Accessories may vary in different regions. • LG Service Center by LG Electronics (Thailand) Co.Ltd.
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM card in the phone Make sure that the SIM card is SIM error or it is inserted...
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Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialling error New network not authorized. New SIM card Calls not Check for new restrictions. inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit limit reached.
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No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed function off.
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Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Check SD card file system via card SD card not FAT16, FAT32 file reader, or format SD card using the working system supported phone. The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the area turn on...
Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone for service or calling a service representative. Category Question Answer Sub- Category You can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as a Stereo/Mono headset or Car Kit to share pictures, videos, What are the...
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category Is it possible to The Inbox is automatically Data synchronize all the synchronized. You can view other Synchronization email folders? folders by touching Google™ Do I have to log into Once you have logged into Gmail, not Service Gmail whenever I want need to log into Gmail again.
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category Phone What is the maximum Function supported size for a 32 GB memory cards are compatible. microSD memory card? Card Is it possible to install Phone Any application that is available at Play another navigation Function Store™...
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category You are able to set the phone to Phone What are the phone’s require that an Unlock Pattern be Function security functions? entered before the phone can be Security accessed or used. 1. From the Home screen, touch the Menu key 2.
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2. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key + Home key. 3. When the LG Logo appears on the screen, release all keys. Do not operate your phone for at least one minute, while the hard reset is performed.
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category Phone Will I know when my Function Yes, you will receive a notification. memory is full? Memory The phone has multilingual capabilities. To change the language: Phone 1. From the Home screen, touch the Function Is it possible to change Menu key and touch System...
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category When using data, your phone may default to the Wi-Fi connection (if Wi-Fi connectivity on your phone is When Wi-Fi and 3G Phone set to On). However, there will be no are both available, notification when your phone switches Function which service will my from one to the other.
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Category Question Answer Sub- Category Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it as your alarm. Phone 1. Touch and hold a song in a library Can I use music files Function list. In the menu that opens, touch for my alarm? Set as ringtone.