LG G6 H872 User Manual

USER GUIDE

LG-H872

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MFL69902301 (1.0) www.lg.com

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About this user guide

Thank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper use.

• Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed

only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

• This device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due

to the touchscreen keyboard.

• Descriptions are based on the device default settings.

• Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for

these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any questions about an app provided with the device, please contact an LG Service Center. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant service provider.

• Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from

unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data corruption or data loss. Such actions will violate your LG license agreement and void your warranty.

• Some content and illustrations may differ from your device, depending

on the area, service provider, software version, or OS version, and are subject to change without prior notice.

• Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with

your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully responsible for the illegal use of media.

• Additional charges may incur for data services, such as messaging,

uploading,downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.

Instructional notices

WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third

CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

parties.

device.

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Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

6 Notes on Water Resistant

Properties

8 Video recording features

13 Gallery features

16 Making collage wallpapers

17 Audio recording features

19 Fingerprint recognition

22 Multi-tasking feature

23 Always-on Display

24 quick share

25 Quick Help

Basic Functions

27 Product components and

accessories

28 Parts overview

30 Turning the power on or off

31 Installing the SIM card

32 Inserting the memory card

33 Removing the memory card

34 Battery

36 Touch screen

39 Home screen

47 Screen lock

50 Memory card encryption

51 Taking screenshots

52 Entering text

57 Content sharing

60 Do not disturb

Useful Apps

62 Installing and uninstalling apps

63 App trash

64 Phone

69 Messaging

70 Camera

90 Gallery

96 Contacts

98 QuickMemo+

100 Clock

102 Calendar

103 Tasks

104 Music

105 Calculator

105 LG Health

107 FM Radio

107 File Manager

107 LG Mobile Switch

108 Downloads

108 Smart cleaning

109 LG SmartWorld

110 Facebook

110 Instagram

110 Evernote

110 Chrome

111 Google apps

Appendix

138 LG Language Settings

138 LG Bridge

139 Phone software update

141 Anti-Theft Guide

142 Open Source Software Notice

Information

142 Regulatory information (FCC ID

number, etc.)

142 Trademarks

143 DOLBY AUDIO

143 DOLBY VISION

144 More information

145 FAQ

Settings

114 Settings

114 Networks

126 Sound & notification

127 Display

128 General

For Your Safety

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

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Custom-designed Features

Notes on Water Resistant Properties

This product is water and dust resistant in compliance with the Ingress Protection rating IP68.

Your product has undergone testing in a controlled environment and is proven to be water and dust resistant in certain circumstances (meets the requirements of classification IP68 as described by the international standard IEC 60529 - Degrees of Protection provided by Enclosures [IP

Code];testconditions:15-35°C,86-106kPa,1.5meter,for30minutes).

Do not expose the device in conditions that are different from the test conditions. Results may vary in actual use.

WARNING

Despite a rating of IP68, your device is not impervious to conditions not tested in LG’s controlled environment. Please note that any damages that occur due to such causes changes the color of the LDI (Liquid Damage Indicator). If the color of LDI located inside the product changes, the product is to be considered ineligible for any free-of-charge repair services provided under the product’s limited warranty.

Avoid exposing the product to environments with excessive dust or moisture. Do not use the product in the following environments:

Do not immerse the product in any liquid chemicals (soap, etc.) other than water.

Do not immerse the product in salt water, including seawater.

Do not immerse the product in a hot spring.

Do not swim with this product.

Donotplacetheproductdirectlyonsand(suchasatabeach)or

mud.

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Do not immerse your product in water deeper than approximately

1.5meters. Do not immerse your product in water for longer than 30minutes.

• If your product becomes wet be sure to wipe the microphone, speaker,

and stereo jack with a dry cloth before use.

• Should your product or your hands become wet, dry them before

handling the product.

• Do not use the product in places where it may be sprayed with high

pressure water (e.g. near a faucet or shower head) or submerge it in water for extended periods of time, as the product is not designed to withstand high water pressure.

• This product is not resistant to shock. Do not drop the product or

subject it to shock. Doing so might damage or deform the main unit, causing water leakage.

• The product’s water and dust resistant features may be damaged by

dropping or receiving an impact.

• If the product gets wet, use a clean, soft cloth to dry it thoroughly.

• The touch screen and other features may not work properly if the

device is used while wet.

• Your product is water resistant only when the SIM/Memory card tray is

properly inserted into the product.

• Do not open or close the SIM/Memory card tray while the product is

wet or immersed in water. Exposing the open tray to water or moisture may damage the product.

• The SIM/Memory card tray contains rubber [packing] to help prevent

dust, water, or moisture from entering the product. Do not damage the rubber [packing] as this may allow dust, water, or moisture to enter your product and cause damage.

• Failure to follow the provided instructions may invalidate your device’s

limited warranty.

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Video recording features

Standard angle icon Wide-angle icon

Standard angle icon

Wide-angle icon

Wide-angle camera

You can take photos or record videos with a wider range than your actual field of vision by using the wide-angle on the front and rear camera.

Launch the Camera app, then tap between the standard and wide-angle.

Front camera

Rear camera

/ or / to switch

• See

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Starting the camera

for details.

Square camera mode

You can take multiple photos or videos in the form of a collage by using the front and rear cameras. Photos and videos can be saved with different layouts.

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO ( ) SQUARE ( ).

Tap MODE and select the desired camera mode.

To take a photo, tap . To record a video, tap .

Snap shot

You can take a photo or record a video and preview it right away.

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

Tap to take photo. To record a video, tap .

Grid shot

You can take up to 4 photos or videos (max of 3 seconds) organized in a square.

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

Tap / to take photos or record videos sequentially.

Tap to save.

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Match shot

You can take 2 photos or videos at the same time or separately.

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

Tap

separately.

Tap / to take photos or record videos.

Tap to save (if necessary).

to take a photo or record a video at the same time or

Guide shot

You can take photos by following another photo’s guide.

In the SQUARE mode, tap MODE .

Select from the guides on the right to choose the one you want to

follow.

Tap to take a photo.

• Use the slide bar to control the background transparency.

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Tracking your focus point while using the camera

You can track and maintain focus on an object while taking photos or recording videos.

Launch the Camera app, then tap Tracking focus.

Before recording a video or taking a photo, lightly tap the screen to

select an object to focus on.

Take the photo or start recording your video.

• See

Starting the camera

• To use this feature, select the standard camera (

or recording videos.

• This feature is unavailable when you use the front camera or the wide-

angle camera.

• This feature is unavailable in the following cases:

- Video size limitation: Resolution is set as UHD 16:9.

- FPS limitation: FPS is set as 60 FPS.

for details.

) for taking photos

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Steady recording

You can use the Steady recording feature to minimize motion blur while recording a video.

Launch the Camera app, then tap AUTO ( MANUAL (

) Steady recording .

• See

Starting the camera

for details.

), SQUARE ( ), or

Signature

You can create a personalized photo by adding your signature.

Launch the Camera app, select AUTO ( ) and tap Add

signature.

Enter the signature as desired and tap ADD.

• This feature is not available when you use the Manual video mode.

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Hi-Fi video recording

Record high quality videos by capturing higher quality sound with a wider dynamic frequency range using 3 sensitive AOP (Acoustic Overload Point) mics and incredible Hi-Fi recording.

Launch the Camera app, then tap MANUAL (

• See

Starting the camera

• Hi-Fi videos can only be played in apps that support Hi-Fi.

• This feature is unavailable when you use the front camera.

for details.

) Hi-Fi .

Gallery features

Floating button

To quickly move to the Home screen while viewing the Gallery in landscape orientation, touch and hold then release it.

, move your finger upward to ,

• You can move the floating button’s position by dragging it horizontally

along the bottom part of the screen.

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Camera roll

You can view the photos and videos you have taken on the camera preview screen.

Launch the Camera app, select AUTO ( roll.

• When you take photos or record videos, you can view the thumbnails

for the saved pictures along the side of the screen.

• Scroll the thumbnail lists up or down to browse the photos and videos.

• Tap a thumbnail to view the photo or video on the camera screen.

• Tap the thumbnail again to return to the camera viewfinder.

• This feature is not supported when you take a photo or record a video in

the 18:9 aspect ratio.

• The camera roll feature is only available in Auto view mode.

) mode and tap Camera

Related content

You can edit and customize related content in the Gallery.

While viewing a picture preview, tap .

When the icon related with the date you took the photo appears,

touch the screen.

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• You can view the photos related with the date you chose.

• Related content can be related to up to four combinations of ‘Memories,

Date, Place, Camera mode’.

• Tap to save the related content as a video.

to access additional options.

• Tap

Making a GIF file

You can easily make a GIF file using previously recorded video. At the desired starting point while watching the video, tap

GIF.

• The GIF file is generated for the time selected from the current time.

• For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically generated

for the remaining time.

• The GIF making feature is provided for the user’s creative activity. If

you infringe other’s copyright or defamation laws by using the GIF making feature, you may be liable for civil and criminal liability. Be sure to not duplicate or transfer the work of others without permission. LG Electronics cannot accept any liability for the user’s action.

Create

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Making collage wallpapers

You can make your own collage image to display it as a lock screen. You can select multiple collage images as a wallpaper that changes each

time you turn on or off the screen.

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Wallpaper Collage

Wallpapers.

Tap and select the images you want to display as a collage.

Edit the slideshow as desired and tap SET WALLPAPER.

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Audio recording features

HD Audio Recorder overview

You can configure the audio settings manually so that you can record audio based on the settings optimized for the selected mode.

Recording modes

You can record a high definition audio file by selecting and configuring the audio mode to suit the recording environment.

Essentials HD Audio Recorder.

Tap

Normal

You can record audio without extra settings.

Concert

You can record audio in a concert or other music events.

Custom

You can personalize the settings to record audio.

• When you connect the earpiece to the device, appears. Tap and

then select the microphone to use.

Studio Mode

With Studio mode, you can play an audio file or music and record your voice at the same time, create a chord by recording your voice multiple times, and record your comments over the presenter’s or speaker’s original audio file.

Tap Essentials HD Audio Recorder.

Select Custom.

Tap and select an audio file to use as background music.

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Tap to record voice.

Tap to save the recorded file.

• Background music can only be played through earphones. Make sure to

plug in earphones before using this feature.

Other useful features on the HD Audio Recorder app

GAIN

You can adjust the sensitivity of the sound recorded by the microphone. The higher the GAIN value is set, the more sensitively the sound is

recorded.

LCF

You can filter any low-pitched noises such as the low hum of the air conditioner.

The higher the LCF (Low Cut Filter) value is set, the better high-frequency noises are filtered.

LMT

It can prevent clipping of the recorded sound. The higher the LMT (Limiter) value is set, the more low frequency sounds that will not get clipped.

• To change additional settings, tap Settings, then customize the file

type, bit depth, sampling rate and other settings.

• While using the Studio mode, background music can only be played

through earphones.

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Fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition overview

You must register your fingerprint on your device first before using the fingerprint recognition function.

You can use the fingerprint recognition function in the following cases:

• To unlock the screen.

• To view the locked content in the Gallery or QuickMemo+.

• Confirm a purchase by signing in to an app or identifying yourself with

your fingerprint.

• Your fingerprint can be used by the device for user identification. Very

similar fingerprints from different users may be recognized by the fingerprint sensor as the same fingerprint.

Precautions for fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition accuracy may decrease due to a number of reasons. To maximize the recognition accuracy, check the following before using the device.

• The device’s Power/Lock key has a fingerprint sensor. Ensure that the

Power/Lock key is not damaged by a metallic object, such as coin or key.

• When water, dust or other foreign substance is on the Power/Lock key

or your finger, the fingerprint registration or recognition may not work. Clean and dry your finger before using the fingerprint sensor.

• A fingerprint may not be recognized properly if the surface of your

finger has a scar or is not smooth due to being soaked in water.

• If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may

not be recognized. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface of the Power/Lock key.

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• Scan only one finger for each registration. Scanning more than one

finger may affect fingerprint registration and recognition.

• The device may generate static electricity if the surrounding air is dry.

If the surrounding air is dry, avoid scanning fingerprints, or touch a metallic object, such as coin or key, to remove static electricity before scanning fingerprints.

Registering fingerprints

You can register and save your fingerprint on the device to use fingerprint identification.

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

• This feature is available when the screen lock is set.

- Lock the device with a Knock Code, pattern, PIN or password.

• If the screen lock is not set, configure the lock screen by following the

on-screen instructions. See

Locate the Power/Lock key on the back of the device and gently put

your finger on it to register the fingerprint.

• Gently press the Power/Lock key so that the sensor can recognize your

fingerprint. If you press the Power/Lock key with an excessive force, the screen lock function may start or the screen may turn off.

• Ensure that your fingertip covers the entire surface of the sensor on the

Power/Lock key.

Setting a screen lock

for details.

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Follow the on-screen instructions.

• Repeat scanning the fingerprint by moving your finger little by little

until the fingerprint registers.

When the fingerprint registration is done, tap OK.

• Tap ADD MORE to register another fingerprint. If you register

only one fingerprint and the corresponding finger is not in a good condition, the fingerprint recognition may not work well. As the preventive measure against this kind of situation, register multiple fingerprints.

Managing fingerprints

You can edit or delete registered fingerprints.

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

From the fingerprint list, tap a fingerprint to rename it. To delete it, tap

Unlocking the screen with a fingerprint

You can unlock the screen or view the locked content by using your fingerprint.

Tap Settings General Fingerprints & security Fingerprints.

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

On the fingerprint settings screen, activate the desired function:

• Screen lock: Unlock the screen with a fingerprint.

• Content lock: Unlock content in the Gallery and QuickMemo+ with

a fingerprint.

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Multi-tasking feature

Multi-Window

You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into multiple windows.

While using an app, touch and hold then select an app from the recently-used apps list.

• You can use two apps at the same time.

• To stop the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold

• The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some apps, including

downloaded apps.

from the Home touch buttons,

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Overview screen

The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps. To view the list of recently-used apps, tap

• Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the

app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap each app preview.

on the Home touch buttons.

at the top of

Always-on Display

You can display the date, time, signature or other information on the screen even when the main screen is turned off. Always-on display is a useful feature when you need to check the time quickly.

Tap Settings Display Always-on display and then tap

to activate it.

• This feature may be turned on when you purchase the device.

• The default setting may vary depending on the area and service provider.

Tap Content and select the item you want to display when the screen

is off.

• Make sure to check that your signature does not exceed the input field.

• The battery may drain faster when you use Always-on display. Turn off

this feature to use the battery longer.

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quick share

quick share icon

You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after taking it.

Tap , then take a photo or record a video.

Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that app.

You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos.

• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the

type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device.

• You can use this feature only when you take a picture or record a video

in the AUTO and SQUARE modes. See details.

Auto mode

and

Square mode

for

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Quick Help

You can view help information about the main features of the device, frequently asked questions or the user guide. Search for help information using keywords. You can solve your problems quickly by consulting oneon-one with a specialist.

Tap Quick Help.

Search for help information by entering keywords in the search field.

• This feature is periodically updated utilizing user feedback.

• Available menu items may vary depending on the area or service

provider.

• You can view the user manual online from the Quick Help app to view

detailed information about the device’s features.

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Basic Functions

Product components and accessories

The following items are included with your device.

• Device

• USB cable

• Charger

• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may

vary depending on the area and service provider.

• Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories made

by other manufacturers may affect your device's call performance or cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by LG's repair service.

• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from which

you purchased your device.

• To purchase additional basic items, contact an LG Customer Service

Center.

• To purchase optional items, contact an LG Customer Service Center for

available dealers.

• Some items in the product box are subject to change without notice.

• The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to change

without notice.

• Device specifications may vary depending on the area or service provider.

• Be sure to use authentic accessories provided by LG Electronics. Using

third-party accessories may damage the device or cause malfunctions.

• Remove the protective film from the Fingerprint sensor before using the

fingerprint recognition feature.

• Quick Start Guide

• Ejection pin

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Parts overview

Earpiece

Microphone

Flash

Proximity/Ambient light

Front camera lens

Volume keys (+/-)

Fingerprint sensor

sensor

Rear camera lens

(Wide-angle)

Power/Lock key,

Stereo headset jack

Nano-SIM/Memory card tray

Touch screen

Charger/USB cable port

Rear camera lens (Standard)

NFC area

Speaker

Microphone

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• Proximity/Ambient light sensor

- Proximity sensor: During a call, the proximity sensor turns off the

screen and disables touch functionality when the device is in close proximity to the human body. It turns the screen back on and enables touch functionality when the device is outside a specific range.

- Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyzes the ambient

light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode is turned on.

• Volume keys

- Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.

- While using the Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a photo.

To take continuous photos, press and hold the Volume key.

- Press the Volume Down (-) key twice to launch the Camera app

when the screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Up (+) key twice to launch Capture+.

• Power/Lock key (Fingerprint sensor)

- Briefly press the key when you want to turn the screen on or off.

- Press and hold the key when you want to select a power control

option.

- Turn on the fingerprint recognition feature to simplify the process

of unlocking the screen. See

Fingerprint recognition overview

details.

• Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. For your safety, do not

remove the embedded battery.

• Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the device

specifications.

• On the rear of the device includes a built-in NFC antenna. Be cautious

when handling the device to avoid damaging or covering the NFC antenna.

• Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Doing so may

damage the touch screen.

• Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity

sensor.

• If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch screen

or buttons may not function properly.

for

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