LG G3 ACG, AS990 User Guide

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MFL69169901 (1.0)

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Important Customer Information

When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to
avoid possible legal liabilities and damages.

Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all
warnings in the product operating instructions. To reduce the risk of bodily
injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the
following precautions.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the
designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous
and will invalidate any approval given to this product.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING
INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an
electric shock to your device. This product is equipped with a USB cable for
connecting to a desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is
properly grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the
computer. The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT

Use the correct external power source

A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power
source required, consult your authorized service provider or local power
company. For a product that operates from battery power or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions that are included with the product.

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Handle battery packs carefully

This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the
battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the
battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts
or circuits, dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to
temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).

WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To
reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short
external contacts, expose to temperature above 60°C (140°F), or
dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with specified batteries.
Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations
or reference guide supplied with your product.

Take extra precautions

l Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it

may cause a short circuit.

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Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery
or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.

l The phone should be only connected to products that bear the USB-IF

logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program.

l Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or

one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.

l Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to

avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult a doctor immediately if the
battery is swallowed.

l Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with

the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-200x. Use of an unqualified
battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other
hazard.

l Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified

with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-200x. Use of an
unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other
hazard.

Important Customer Information

l Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped,

especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a
service center for inspection.

l If the battery leaks:

Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If

contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and
seek medical advice.

Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If contact

occurs, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek
medical advice.

Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there

is a danger of ignition or explosion.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT

Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in
places where the temperature may exceed 140°F (60°C), such as on a car
dashboard, window sill, or behind glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or
strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This may damage the
product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.

PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS

CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.

SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT

Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s
navigation system and its communications network, using this device’s
phone function on board an airplane is against the law in most countries. If
you want to use this device when its use is restricted on board an aircraft,
remember to switch to Airplane Mode which turns off RF functions that
could cause interference.

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ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS

Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or
where blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive
atmospheres such as fueling areas, fuel storehouses, below deck on boats,
chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal
powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES

When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where
flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off and the user
should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised
not to use the equipment at refueling points such as service or gas
stations, and are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of
radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting
operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere
are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas,
below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or
metal powders.

ROAD SAFETY

Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use communication services
with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency. In some
countries, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE

l Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the steel

frame of a building).

l Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as

microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.

l Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that

do not contain any metal.

l Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your

local RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.

INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS

This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this
device is prohibited in most hospitals and medical clinics.

If you use any personal medical device(s), consult the manufacturer of your
device(s) to determine if the device(s) are adequately shielded from
external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining
this information. Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external
RF energy.

HEARING AIDS

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the
event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider,
or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives.

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NON-IONIZING RADIATION

Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be operated in its
normal-use position to ensure the radiative performance and safety from
interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are
advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for personal
safety, it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to
come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized or modified antennas may
impair call quality and damage the phone, causing loss of performance and
SAR levels exceeding the recommended limits as well as result in non­compliance with local regulatory requirements in your country.
optimal phone performance and ensure human exposure to RF energy is
within the guidelines set forth in the relevant standards, always use your
device only in its normal-use position. Contact with the antenna area may
impair call quality and cause your device to operate at a higher power level
than needed. Avoiding contact with the antenna area when the phone is IN
USE optimizes the antenna performance and the battery life.

To assure

HAC

This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of
the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer
wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for
use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this
phone thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or
cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult
your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on
hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange
policies, consult your service provider or phone retailer.

Use only

Table of Contents

Important Customer Information..........................................................3

Table of Contents ...................................................................................9

Technical Details ................................................................................... 10

The Basics ............................................................................................. 15

Connecting to Networks and Devices ................................................39

Calls ...................................................................................................... 43

Web ........................................................................................................53

Communication ....................................................................................57

Entertainment ...................................................................................... 64

Tools ...................................................................................................... 80

Settings .................................................................................................94

Safety ....................................................................................................114

Specifications ..................................................................................... 139

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ................................................ 140

Index .................................................................................................... 144

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Cautions

The user interface of Google applications (Google Search, Google Maps,

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Navigation, etc.) can vary depending on its software version.

Locations are inaccurate when GPS and Wi-Fi are not set to On.

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With the Android operating system, some available Play Store

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applications only operate correctly with phones that have a specific
screen resolution. Please be advised that some of the applications on
the Play Store may not be available for your phone due to an LCD
resolution requirement that does not match your phone. In addition,
please be aware that 3rd party applications with programming defects
may cause issues with your phone, including lock-ups and resets.

Technical Details

CDMA

Standard

Basic Air
Interface

Designator Description

TIA/EIA-95A

TSB-74

ANSI J-STD-008

TIA/EIA-IS2000

CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface

14.4kbps Radio Link Protocol and
Inter-band Operations

IS-95 Adapted for PCS Frequency Band
CDMA2000 1xRTT Air Interface

Network

TIA/EIA/IS-634

TIA/EIA/IS-651

TIA/EIA/IS-41-C

TIA/EIA/IS-124

MAS-BS

PCSC-RS

Intersystem Operations

Non-Signaling Data Communications

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Service

TIA/EIA/IS-96-B

TIA/EIA/IS-637

TIA/EIA/IS-657

IS-801

TIA/EIA/
IS-707-A

Speech CODEC

Short Message Service

Packet Data

Position Determination Service (gpsOne)

High Speed Packet Data

CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air
Interface

1x EV-DO Inter-Operability Specification
for HRPD Access Network Interfaces

Recommended Minimum Performance
Standards for HRPD High Rate Packet
Data Access Terminal

1x EV-DO

Related

Interface

TIA/EIA/IS-856

TIA/EIA/IS-878

TIA/EIA/IS-866

TIA/EIA/IS-890

Test Application Specification (TAS) for
High Rate Packet Data Air Interface

LTE Standard Designator Description

Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio
Access (E-UTRA);

User Equipment (UE) radio
transmission and reception

Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio
Access (E-UTRA);

Basic

Air Interface

TS 36.101

TS 36.104

Base Station (BS) radio transmission
and reception

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Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio
Access (E-UTRA);

User Equipment (UE) conformance
specification;

Radio transmission and reception;

Part 1: Conformance testing

Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio
Access (E-UTRA);

Conformance

Test

TS 36.521-1

TS 36.521-2

User Equipment (UE) conformance
specification;

Radio transmission and reception;

Part 2: Implementation Conformance

TS 36.521-3

Statement (ICS)

Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio
Access (E-UTRA);

User Equipment (UE) conformance
specification;

Radio transmission and reception;

Part 3: Radio Resource Management
(RRM) conformance testing

FCC RF Exposure Information

WARNING! Read this information before operating the phone.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the
United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an
updated safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF)
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both
U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of this phone complies
with the FCC guidelines and those international standards.

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Part 15.19 statement

This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Part 15.21 statement

Changes or modifications that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

Part 15.105 statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The LG G3 operates on 4G network, based on Long Term Evolution (LTE)
technology and Mobile Broadband 4G networks in the United States*.

Now you can connect easily at high speeds to the Internet, your corporate
Intranet, and your email while you’re away from the office.

* Service not available everywhere.

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* Information subject to change.

Wi-Fi Caution

This device is capable of operating in 802.11a/n/ac mode. For 802.11a/n/ac
devices operating in the frequency range of 5.15 – 5.25 GHz, they are
restricted for indoor operations to reduce any potential harmful interference
for Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) in the US. Wi-Fi Access Points that are
capable of allowing your device to operate in 802.11a/n/ac mode(5.15 –

5.25 GHz band) are optimized for indoor use only. If your Wi-Fi network is

capable of operating in this mode, please restrict your Wi-Fi use indoors to
not violate federal regulations to protect Mobile Satellite Services.

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Phone Overview

Front View

Proximity

Sensor

Notification LED

Front Camera

QuickTap Bar

Back Key

Home Key

NOTES • All screen shots in this guide are simulated. Actual displays may vary.

• Instructions to perform tasks in this guide are based on the default settings and may

change depending on the mode and software version on your phone.

1. Proximity Sensor Senses proximity toward other objects (such as your

head) so that tap commands are not accidentally activated (during a call
or when carried inside a pocket.
It also employs an ambient sensor which measures the surrounding
light and adjusts the LCD brightness to provide a vivid screen.

NOTE Don't block the sensor or near the sensor to avoid problems with the touchscreen.

2. Notification LED Flashes to alert you for notifications (e.g., incoming

call, new text message, screen unlock, etc.).

3. Front Camera Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself.

You can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for optimal
performance.

4. QuickTap Bar Provides icons for quick, one-touch access to the

Applications screen and the apps you use most often.

5. Back Key Tap this Touch Key (in the Touch Keys bar) to return to the

previous screen or close pop-up items (such as menus, dialog boxes,

Earpiece

Home Screen

Recent Apps Key

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and the on-screen keyboard). Touch and hold it to access the Dual
window function which allows you to use two apps at the same time.

6. Home Key Tap this Touch Key (in the Touch Keys bar) to return to the

Home screen (or your default Home screen panel from any of the Home
screen extension panels). Touch and hold it to access Google Now.

7. Recent Apps Key Tap this Touch Key (in the Touch Keys bar) to display

recently used apps. Touch and hold this key to open an Options menu
with options that affect the current screen or app. This only applies
when available, depending on the screen or app.

8. Home Screen Displays all of the items needed to operate your phone

including icons for app access, widgets, and the Status Bar (with status
icons) allowing simple touch access to all of its functions and features.

WARNING! Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD and

touchscreen functions.

9. Earpiece Lets you hear callers and automated prompts.

Rear View

Rear Camera

Laser Detection

Auto-focus

Power/Lock

Button

NFC Touch Point

LED Flash

Volume Buttons

Speaker

10. Rear Camera Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for

optimal performance.

11. Laser Detection Auto-focus Detects the distance between the rear

camera lens and nearby objects using laser technology. This feature

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helps the camera to focus quickly and accurately at short or long
distances.

NOTE Don't cover the Proximity Sensor and Laser Detection Auto-focus with a protection

film, pouch, or protection case not authorized by LG as they may cause the device to
malfunction.

12. Power/Lock Button Press to turn off the screen backlight and lock the

screen, or turn the screen backlight back on. Press and hold to turn the
phone on/off, restart it, and activate/deactivate Airplane mode.

13. NFC Touch Point Tap the back of your phone to an NFC tag or another

NFC compatible device in this location to transfer data between them.

14. Speaker Use to listen to audio (e.g., music, videos, sound clips,

speakerphone, etc.) from the rear speaker instead of the earpiece.

15. Volume Buttons Press to adjust the ringer, the media volumes, or the

in-call volume during a call.

TIPS • With the screen backlight off (asleep), you can press and hold the Volume Down

to activate the Camera app.

Button

• With the screen backlight off (asleep), you can press and hold the Volume Up Button

to access the QuickMemo+ app.

16. LED Flash Brightens up the captured image or recorded video when

you turn on the flash.

Top and Bottom View

IR (Infrared)
LED

3.5mm
Headset Jack

Microphone

Microphone

USB/Charger

Port

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17. IR (Infrared) LED Uses infrared to communicate with devices using the

QuickRemote app.

18. Microphone Transmits your voice to the other caller. It's also used for

voice-activated functions.

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19. 3.5mm Headset Jack Allows you to plug in an optional headset for

convenient, hands-free conversations. You can also plug in headphones
to listen to music.

20. Microphone Transmits your voice to the other caller. It's also used for

voice-activated functions.

21. USB/Charger Port Allows you to connect the phone and the USB Cable

for use with the Charger Adapter, or other compatible accessories.

NOTE You may purchase a separate fast data cable from LG to enjoy higher data transfer speed

with compatible devices (e.g., laptop).

Setting Up Your Phone

Step 1. Remove the Back Cover

Insert your fingernail into the slot located on the lower left of the back
cover and lift the cover up gently.

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Step 2. Insert the Battery

Insert the battery in its compartment, making sure to align the gold
contacts. Press down gently to secure the battery.

Step 3. Replace the Back Cover

Place the cover over the back of the phone, then press down along the
edges to secure the cover.

Step 4. Charge the Phone

Before turning on your phone, fully charge the battery. Be sure to use the
USB Cable and Charger Adapter that came with your phone. Correctly
orient the USB Cable plug before inserting it in the USB/Charger Port to
avoid damage to your phone. See Charging the Phone on page 23 for
more information.

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NOTE It’s important to fully charge the battery before initial use of the phone to maximize the

battery's lifetime.

Removing the Battery

Removing the battery

1.

Insert your fingernail into the slot located on the lower left of the back cover
and lift the cover up gently.

2. Use the fingertip cutout at the bottom of the battery compartment to lift the
battery out.

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Inserting and Removing the SIM card and microSD card

SIM/SD slot location

MicroSD Slot

SIM Slot

Inserting the SIM card

Before you can start exploring your new phone, you’ll need to set it up. To
insert the SIM card:

1. Remove the back cover and the battery.

2. Locate the slot for the SIM card (the lower of the two slots above the

upper-right corner of the battery compartment) and gently side the SIM
card in to insert it.

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Removing the SIM card

If you need to replace your SIM card, refer to the following instructions.

1. Turn the phone off, then remove the back cover and the battery (as

demonstrated in the previous instructions).

2. Locate the slot for the SIM card (the lower of the two slots above the

upper-right corner of the battery compartment) and gently slide the SIM
card out to remove it.

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CAUTION If a microSD card is inserted in your phone, please remove it from the upper slot

before trying to remove the SIM card.

Inserting the microSD card

1. Remove the back cover (as demonstrated in the previous instructions)

and locate the dual slot just above the upper-right corner of the battery
compartment. (microSD is inscribed near the slot opening.)

2. Position the microSD card (sold separately) with the label side facing

up and the gold contacts toward the slot, then carefully slide it into the
upper slot until it's secured in place.

NOTE The microSD card can be easily damaged by improper operation. Please be careful when

inserting, removing, or handling it.
This device supports up to a 2TB microSD card.

To unmount the microSD card

It’s important to unmount the microSD card prior to removing it from the
phone to avoid damage to it or the data saved on the card.

1. From the Home screen, touch and hold the Recent Apps Key

Touch Keys bar) > System settings > General tab > Storage.

2. Tap Unmount SD card.

(in the

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To remove the microSD card

1. Unmount the microSD card.

4 From the Home screen, touch and hold the Recent Apps Key

(in

the Touch Keys bar) > System settings > General tab > Storage >
Unmount SD card.

2. Remove the back cover and locate the microSD card slot (as

demonstrated in the previous instructions).

3. Carefully pull the microSD card out to remove it.

Charging the Phone

Your phone comes with a USB Cable and a Charger Adapter which connect
together to charge your phone. Correctly orient the USB Cable plug before
inserting it in the USB/Charger Port to avoid damaging your phone.

NOTE Please only use an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone. Improper

handling of the USB/Charger Port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may
cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.

1. Correctly orient the USB Cable with the Charger Adapter, and connect

them. As shown below, both the USB logo on the USB Cable and the
LG logo on the adapter will face toward you.

USB Cable Charger Adapter

2. The USB/Charger Port is located at the bottom of the phone. Correctly

orient the cable's plug with the port before plugging it in. As shown
below, the USB logo on the cable will face upward.

3. Plug the Charger Adapter into an electrical outlet to begin charging.

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Charging with the USB Cable

NOTE

Make sure to correctly orient the cable's
plug with the port before plugging it in.
When the phone is facing upward, the USB

USB Cable

logo on the cable will also face upward.

You can use your computer to charge your phone. To be able to charge with
the USB Cable, you need to have the necessary USB drivers installed on
your PC first. Connect one end of the USB Cable to the USB/Charger Port
on your phone (as shown above) and connect the other end to a USB port
on your PC. It’s best to use the rear USB port when connecting to a desktop
PC. The USB hub should be powered by an external power source.

NOTE You may experience a slower charging rate when charging from your computer.

Turning the Phone On and Off

Turning the phone on

Press and hold the Power/Lock Button

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a couple of seconds until the screen turns on.

Turning the phone off

1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button on the back of the phone

until the Phone options menu appears.

2. Tap Power off in the Phone options menu.

3. Tap OK to confirm that you want to turn off the phone.

on the back of the phone for

Turning the screen on using the Knock Code feature

If your Lock screen unlock sequence is set to a Knock Code, tap your
Knock Code on the darkened screen to automatically turn the screen on
and unlock it at the same time.

TIP When the screen is in time-out and a Knock Code is set, pressing the Power/Lock

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Button (on the back of the phone) displays the Lock screen (e.g., to check the time).
You can tap your Knock Code to unlock the screen or turn the screen back off by
pressing the Power/Lock Button

• If you enter incorrect Knock Code 5 times consecutively, you will be required to enter

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the backup PIN you have set.

• Use a fingertip instead of a fingernail to tap the screen to turn the screen on.

• If Knock Code isn't your unlock sequence, the Knock Code feature isn't activated, and

you can use the KnockON feature by double-tapping the screen.

again (or double-tap the Status Bar).

Setting up the Knock Code feature

1. From the Home screen, touch and hold the Recent Apps Key (in the

Touch Keys bar) > Lock screen settings.

2. Tap Select screen lock > Knock Code.

3. Tap the squares in a pattern (from 3 to 8 taps) to set your Knock Code,

then tap Continue, enter it again, then Confirm.

Turning the screen on using the KnockON feature

The KnockON feature allows you to turn the screen on or off easily by
double tapping the screen.

Quickly double-tap the center of the screen to turn the screen on.

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Quickly double-tap the Status Bar, an empty area on the Home screen,

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or the Lock screen to turn the screen off.

NOTES • When turning the screen on (using the KnockON feature or your Knock Code), avoid

covering the proximity sensor. Doing so will not allow you to turn the screen on.

• While Knock Code is in use, double-tapping the screen while it's off will turn it on and

display the Knock Code grid to allow you to enter your Knock Code.

To unlock the phone

If you don’t use the phone for a while, the screen and backlight will turn off
to conserve battery power. To unlock the phone’s default Lock screen:

1. Turn the screen on.

4 Press the Power/Lock Button

default Lock screen will appear.

NOTE Avoid covering the proximity sensor when turning the screen on. Doing so immediately

turns the screen off.

(on the back of the phone). The

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OR

4 Quickly double-tap the center of the screen (KnockON).

NOTE If you set up a Knock Code in the Screen lock setting, you can tap your sequence to turn

the screen on and unlock the screen at the same time.

2. From the center of the screen, swipe in any direction to unlock it.

4 To use a shortcut, swipe the shortcut icon (at the bottom of the

screen) in any direction. The screen will unlock and launch the app.

NOTE The default Lock screen simply locks the screen to prevent unintentional actions. For

more security to guard against unauthorized use, you can set an unlock requirement
(such as a knock code, pattern, PIN, password, or face recognition) that will need to be
entered to unlock it.

Phone’s Status Icons

The Status Bar appears at the top of every screen. It displays icons
indicating that you’ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating
the phone’s status (on the right), along with the current time.

Notification icons Status icons

If you have more notifications than can fit in the Status Bar, the More
notifications icon
panel to view them all.

The following icons may appear in the Status Bar.

Call icons

In call Missed call

Speakerphone is on Microphone is muted

is displayed as an indicator to open the Notifications

Sound icons

Silent mode is activated Vibrate mode is activated

Music is playing

Network icons

3G connection 3G in use

4G LTE connection 4G LTE in use

Wi-Fi connection Signal strength

No signal Roaming

Network Extender No SIM card

Unknown SIM card Airplane mode is activated

GPS is on App update available

App update successful Downloading

Uploading Download successful

Emergency Alert

Connectivity icons

Syncing Problem with sign-in or sync

Mobile Hotspot is on USB connected

Bluetooth connection Mobile Broadband connection

Bluetooth headset full battery Bluetooth is on

NFC is on

Headset with microphone is
connected

Internal storage is full

Bluetooth headset low
battery

Headset is connected

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Email and Messaging icons

New email New Gmail message

New text or multimedia
message

New voicemail

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Email not sent Message not sent

New Hangouts message

Calendar and Alarm icons

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The Basics

Getting to Know the Home Screen

The Home screen is your starting point to access all of the features on your
phone using simple motions on the touchscreen. It’s comprised of multiple
panels (swipe horizontally to switch). You can customize all of your Home
screen panels with app shortcuts, icons, widgets, and other features.

Status Bar

Shows device status
information, including the
time, signal strength, battery
status, and notification icons.

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App Icon

Tap an icon (app, widget,
folder, etc.) to open and
use it.

QuickTap Bar

Icons that provide easy, one­touch access to the functions
used most often.

Apps Screen Icon

Tap here to open the Applications
screen to view all of your installed
apps.

Touch Keys

Displayed on all screens, these keys
allow you to easily navigate within
the device software.

QuickTap bar icons

The QuickTap bar is located on all of your Home screen panels (at the
bottom of the screen in portrait view) to allow quick and easy navigation to
the apps you use most often. The following five icons are included in the
QuickTap bar.

: Opens the Phone app which displays the dialpad so you can dial a

number not stored in your phone’s memory. It also provides additional
tabs at the top of the screen to access your Call logs, Contacts,
Favorites, and Groups.

: Opens the Contacts app which displays the names and numbers

stored in your phone’s memory. It also provides additional tabs at the
top of the screen to access the dialpad, your Call logs, Favorites, and
Groups.

: Opens the Apps screen which displays phone options and apps. It also

provides a Widget tab, a Search icon
the top of the screen.

, and a Menu options icon at

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: Opens the Browser app to access the web browser.

: Opens the Messaging app so you can send and view text and

multimedia messages.

Touch Keys

The Touch Keys are displayed in a bar at the bottom of all of the screens to
provide easy navigation within the device software.

NOTE The Touch Keys are displayed along the right side of the screen when the phone is held

horizontally. If you don't see the keys, drag upward from the bottom of the screen to
redisplay them.

Back Key: Tap to back up one step at a time and close on-screen items

such as pop-up messages, the on-screen keyboard, etc. Touch and hold
the Back Key to activate Dual window mode which allows you to open
two apps at the same time.

Home Key: Tap to immediately return to the Home screen. Touch and

hold to access Google Now.

Recent Apps Key: Tap to display the apps you recently used. Touch and

hold to access available options for the current screen or app.

Touchscreen

Your touchscreen provides an excellent way to interact with and use your
Android™ phone. With the touch of your finger, you can download and use
available apps, make menu selections, and access data saved to your
phone.

The following terms are used for describing the different available actions
using the touchscreen:

Touch or tap A single finger touch selects items. For example, tap an

icon (e.g., an app, widget, or folder), tap words (e.g., menu selection or to
answer an on-screen question), or touch letters and numbers to type.

NOTE Don't press too hard on the touchscreen. It's sensitive enough to detect a light, firm tap.

Touch and hold Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and

not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a