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User Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 1
About the User Guide............................................................................................................................ 1
Get Started .................................................................................................................................................... 2
Phone Layout ........................................................................................................................................ 2
microSIM Card ...................................................................................................................................... 3
microSD Card ........................................................................................................................................ 4
Battery Use ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Turn Your Phone On and Off ................................................................................................................ 7
Use the Touchscreen ............................................................................................................................ 8
Activate Your Phone ........................................................................................................................... 11
Complete the Setup Screens .............................................................................................................. 12
Basic Operations ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Basics .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Applications ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Phone Number .................................................................................................................................... 17
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................................ 18
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Tips for Editing Text .................................................................................................................... 20
Search Your Phone and the Web ....................................................................................................... 21
Using Clip Tray .................................................................................................................................... 22
Google Account ................................................................................................................................... 22
Google Play Store ............................................................................................................................... 23
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................ 25
Unlock Your Screen Using the Knock Code Feature .......................................................................... 25
Update Your Phone............................................................................................................................. 26
Your Phone Interface .................................................................................................................................. 28
Home Screen Basics........................................................................................................................... 28
Status Bar ........................................................................................................................................... 29
Notification Panel ................................................................................................................................ 32
Customize the Home Screen .............................................................................................................. 32
Phone App................................................................................................................................................... 36
HD™ Voice ......................................................................................................................................... 36
Place and Answer Calls ...................................................................................................................... 36
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In-Call Screen Layout and Operations ........................................................................................ 37
Place Calls from Contacts/Call History ............................................................................................... 38
Optional Services ................................................................................................................................ 39
Call Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Contacts .............................................................................................................................................. 47
Import and Back Up Contacts ............................................................................................................. 49
Messaging and Internet ............................................................................................................................... 51
Text and Multimedia Messaging ......................................................................................................... 51
Compose Text Messages ................................................................................................................... 51
Gmail ................................................................................................................................................... 57
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Create a Google Account ............................................................................................................ 57
Email ................................................................................................................................................... 60
Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) ........................................................ 64
Browser ............................................................................................................................................... 66
Camera and Video ...................................................................................................................................... 67
Take Pictures and Record Videos ...................................................................................................... 67
Camera and Video Settings ................................................................................................................ 68
Manual Mode on the Viewfinder ......................................................................................................... 69
Multi-point Auto-focus ......................................................................................................................... 69
Gesture Shot ....................................................................................................................................... 69
Gesture View ....................................................................................................................................... 70
8X Zooming ......................................................................................................................................... 70
Dual Feature ....................................................................................................................................... 70
View Your Pictures .............................................................................................................................. 71
Gallery Options ................................................................................................................................... 71
Assign Pictures ................................................................................................................................... 72
Video Options ...................................................................................................................................... 73
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Live Zoom ........................................................................................................................................... 74
Dual Play ............................................................................................................................................. 74
Useful Apps and Features........................................................................................................................... 75
Navigation ........................................................................................................................................... 75
Google Hangouts ................................................................................................................................ 76
Sprint Zone .......................................................................................................................................... 77
LG Health ............................................................................................................................................ 77
QSlide ................................................................................................................................................. 77
QuickRemote ...................................................................................................................................... 78
Capture+ ............................................................................................................................................. 79
Dual Window ....................................................................................................................................... 80
Music ................................................................................................................................................... 80
Calendar .............................................................................................................................................. 83
Folders ................................................................................................................................................ 86
Clock ................................................................................................................................................... 86
Calculator ............................................................................................................................................ 88
Connectivity ................................................................................................................................................. 90
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer ........................................................................ 90
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................................... 91
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Disconnect Wi-Fi ......................................................................................................................... 92
Tethering ............................................................................................................................................. 94
Bluetooth ............................................................................................................................................. 94
SmartShare ......................................................................................................................................... 97
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ........................................................................................................... 98
Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 100
Networks Settings ............................................................................................................................. 100
Sound Settings .................................................................................................................................. 107
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Vibration Strength ..................................................................................................................... 109
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................ 111
General Settings ............................................................................................................................... 117
TOC vii
Activate This Device ................................................................................................................. 125
Copyright Information ........................................................................................................................ 128
For Assistance .......................................................................................................................................... 129
Sprint Account Information and Help ................................................................................................ 129
Important Information for the LG LS992 ................................................................................................... 131
Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................. 131
Manufacturer’s Warranty ................................................................................................................... 141
General Terms and Conditions of Service ........................................................................................ 145
TOC viii
Our Right To Change The Agreement & Your Related Rights ................................................. 147
TOC ix
Contacting You Regarding Billing and Collections ................................................................... 159
Index .......................................................................................................................................................... 161
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Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.
About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new LG LS992. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read Get Started and Basic Operations thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase. Unless
otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's Home screen, which is displayed by tapping . Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your phone's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as "phone," "device," or "handset." A microSD™ or microSDHC™ card is referred to as an "SD Card" or a "memory card."
Introduction 1
Get Started
Part
Description
Earpiece
Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
Notification LED
Flashes front notification LED when you receive notifications, such as an incoming call, if you enable this feature.
Front-Facing Camera Lens
Allows you to take pictures and video of yourself. Also lets you participate in video chats.
Proximity Sensor
Senses proximity towards other objects (such as your head) so that touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call.
Note: Please be careful not to cover the sensors with a protective film, pouch, or a protective case not authorized by LG.
Touchscreen
Displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength.
Back Key
Returns to the previous screen. It also closes pop-up display items such as menus and dialog boxes.
Home Key
Returns to the Home screen. If you're already viewing one of extension canvases, it opens the central Home screen. Touch and hold to access Google Now.
Recent Apps Key
Allows you to access recently-used apps. Touch and hold to access the available options.
IR (Infrared) LED
Uses infrared to communicate with devices using the QuickRemote app.
This section gives you all the information you need to set up your phone and Sprint service for the first time.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Get Started 2
Part
Description
Laser Detection Auto-focus
Long and short distance focus are quickly and accurately aligned when taking pictures or recording video with the back-facing camera.
Power/Lock Button
Locks the screen. Press and hold to open the phone options menu for the following options: Power off, Power off and restart, and Turn on/off Airplane mode.
Speaker
Lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.
Charger/Accessory Port
Allows you to connect the phone charger or an optional USB cable.
Microphone
Transmits your voice for phone calls or records your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos.
3.5mm Headset Jack
Allows you to plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
Volume Buttons
Allows you to adjust the ringer and media volumes, or to adjust the in-call volume during a call.
Flash
Helps you take pictures and video in dim lighting.
Back-Facing Camera Lens
Lets you take pictures and record videos.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
microSIM Card
The microSIM card is an IC (Integrated Circuit) card containing phone number and other customer information.
Handling the microSIM Card
Keep the following in mind when handling a microSIM card.
● Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting microSIM card in another-brand IC card reader, etc. The company is not responsible in such case.
● Always keep the IC chip clean.
● Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
● Avoid applying labels. May damage the microSIM card.
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● See instructions included with the microSIM card for handling.
● The microSIM card is the property of the company.
● The microSIM card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.
● Return the microSIM card to the company when cancelling your subscription.
● Returned microSIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes.
● Note that microSIM card specifications and performance may change without notice.
● It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on the microSIM
card. The company is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.
● Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your microSIM card or phone (microSIM card inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.
● Always power off the phone before inserting/removing a microSIM card.
Insert microSIM Card
Follow these instructions to insert a microSIM card. Remember to power off your phone before inserting a microSIM card.
1. Remove the back cover.
Lift gently in the direction shown.
2. Insert the microSIM card.
Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward.
3. Insert the battery.
4. Attach the back cover.
Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.
microSD Card
Your phone supports the use of an optional microSD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. Some cards may not operate properly with your phone.
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microSD card Cautions
Data: Information stored on the microSD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. The company is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed.
Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove the battery while reading or writing data.
Handling microSD card: Use/store microSD cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if
swallowed.
Insert microSD Card
Follow these steps to insert an optional microSD card (not included). Make sure to power your phone off before inserting or removing a microSD card.
1. Remove the back cover.
Lift gently in the direction shown.
2. Insert the microSD card.
Insert the microSD card all the way gently without bending and with the terminals facing down.
Insert only microSD cards.
3. Insert the battery.
4. Attach the back cover.
Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.
Unmount the microSD Card
Always unmount the microSD card before removing it from your phone.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap .
To mount the card again, tap the SD card option, then tap MOUNT.
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Remove microSD Card
Follow these instructions to remove a microSD card. Always power the phone off before inserting or removing a microSD card.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap .
4. Remove the back cover.
5. Slide the microSD card out of the slot to remove it.
6. Attach the back cover.
Format microSD Card
When you insert an optional microSD card for the first time, it is recommended that you format it on your phone.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Storage.
3. Tap SD card.
4. Tap > Settings.
5. Tap Format > ERASE & FORMAT.
All data on the microSD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone.
Battery Use
The following topics explain how to charge your phone’s battery.
Battery Capacity
Your phone is equipped with a Li-Ion battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 23 hours of continuous digital talk time.
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via a
USB connection on your computer.
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Charge Using the AC Adapter
1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/accessory port at the bottom of your phone.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
The indicator light illuminates when charging starts. The light turns to green when the battery
is fully charged. Fully charging a battery may take up to three hours.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.
Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet, and remove the micro USB cable from the phone and
the AC adapter.
Note: Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.
Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the micro USB cord into the charger/accessory port at the bottom of your phone.
2. Insert the large end of the micro USB cord into an external USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the micro USB cable from both the phone and the computer.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.
Turn Your Phone On
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Button.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.
See
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the setup screens. See Complete the Setup
Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Select Screen Lock for information about using the
screen lock.
Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see
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Activate Your Phone for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button to open the phone options menu.
2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off.
3. Tap OK to confirm.
Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
Tip: The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off.
Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
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Tap or Touch
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons by simply tapping or touching them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard.
Note: The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change.
Tap > > Settings > Display tab > Auto-rotate screen.
Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the Notification panel. Drag the Status bar down and tap Rotation to select or deselect the option.
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Pinch and Spread
“Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Activate Your Phone
Follow the instructions below to activate your phone if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
● If you purchased your phone at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
● If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it
is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation
screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.
● If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing number
on your account (youre swapping phones), you can activate on your computer online or directly
on your phone.
Activate on your computer:
• Go to
Activate on your phone:
• Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your phone will
• Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
• Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process.
To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated, visit assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another phone.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Button while the phone is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock Button cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit
sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your phone.
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
sprint.com/support for
sprint.com/support.
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Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your phone has been turned on, you will see an Accessibility message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on your Sprint account.
1. On the Accessibility screen, touch Accessibility settings to set the desired options or touch Next to get continue with the setup process.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Language selection - Select a desired language.
Set internet connection - If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi
network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See details.
Got another device? - If you use another Android device, you can quickly copy your current
setup to this device.
Add your account - Sign in to your Google Account to get the most out of your device.
Wi-Fi for more
Google Services - Read all of the information for the available Google Services and, if you
agree, tap NEXT. Otherwise, uncheck the options and tap NEXT.
• Let Google's location service help apps - Helps apps determine location. This means sending anonymous location to Google, even when no apps are running. Tap Learn more for additional information.
• Improve location accuracy - Allows apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks even when Wi-Fi is off.
• Help improve your Android experience - Allows your device to send diagnostic and usage data to Google automatically. Tap Learn more for additional information.
Add another email - You can add another personal or Exchange email address.
Protect your phone - Prevent others from using this phone without your permission by
activating device protection features.
Get your apps & data - If you add a Google Account, you will be prompted to restore data
from a backup of another device.
EULA (End-User License Agreement) - Read the End-User License Agreement and tap the
I agree check box if you agree to the terms.
3. Your setup is now complete. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic touch menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.
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Basic Operations
The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.
Basics
The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.
Home Screen and Applications List
Most of your phone’s operations originate from the Home screen or the apps list.
For information about using the Home screen, see
Home Screen Basics.
Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
■ Tap Back to return to the previous screen.
Menu Operations
You can display options menus using the menu key, any app-specific menu icon, or by tapping and holding a screen area, depending on your current app.
■ Tap Menu to view available settings and options.
Phone Settings Menu
You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
■ Tap > > Settings .
– or –
Tap > touch and hold > System settings.
– or –
Drag the Status bar down and tap Settings .
For more information, see Settings.
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Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation
App
Function/Service
Google
Access the Google applications.
Calculator
Launches the Calculator application.
Calendar
Launches the Calendar application that can sync to either your Google or Outlook® work calendar. Events can only be synched to a managed account.
Camera
Launches the Camera.
The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to
landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways. Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.
Note: The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change.
Tap > > Settings > Display tab > Auto-rotate screen.
Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the Notification panel. Pull down the Status bar and tap Rotation to select or deselect the option.
Capture Screenshots
You can use your phone’s power and volume buttons to capture screenshots.
■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Button and Volume Down Button at the same time to capture
a screenshot of the current screen.
The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s
Gallery. Tap Apps > Gallery .
Applications
The following is a list of the default applications available on your phone.
Apps List
The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone.
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App
Function/Service
Chrome
Launches the Chrome web browser.
Clock
Access the Clock application.
Contacts
Displays the Contacts that can be synchronized with your phone from either your Google or Outlook account. Contacts can only be synched to a managed account.
Downloads
Launches the Downloads application where you can view, reopen, or delete what you've downloaded.
Email
Provides access your POP3, IMAP, and Exchange Server (Outlook) email accounts. Also provides access to your Gmail account.
Emergency Alert
Provides access to your emergency messages and it's settings.
File Manager
Allows you to manage files in your internal memory and SD card (if available).
Gallery
Displays a Gallery of camera images and video saved on your phone.
LG Backup
Allows you to perform backup and restore your user data and settings on the phone into internal storage.
LG Health
Allows you to manage your health and maintain good exercise habits by tracking logs and competing with people.
Lookout
Lookout Security provides mobile device-specific security features that are coupled with a minimal performance hit. Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options that are unique to the mobile market. Along with the antivirus and anti-malware tech, there's a lost and stolen phone locator service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service.
Maps
Launches a dynamic map that helps you find local businesses, locate friends, view maps and get driving directions.
Messaging
Provides access to your text and multimedia messages.
Music
Launches the Music Player.
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App
Function/Service
Phone
Accesses the dial pad to make calls.
Photos
Displays a Gallery of camera images and video saved on your phone.
Play Store
Browse, search for, and download applications from the Google Play store app.
Quick Remote
Launches the QuickRemote app, which allows you to use your phone as a remote control.
QuickMemo+
Allows you to take screenshots and write a memo using the images.
Settings
Accesses the phone’s Settings menu.
LG SmartWorld
Launches the LG SmartWorld application.
Sprint Fun &
Games
Allows you to access the newest apps and games.
Sprint Zone
Access your Sprint account, get device information and help, find recommended apps, and more.
Tasks
Allows you to create a task and to synchronize with MS Exchange account.
Voice Mate
Launches the Voice Mate application, which allows you to perform phone functions using your voice.
Voice Recorder
Launches Voice Recorder application and lets you record and play the sound files.
Voicemail
Launches the visual voicemail app.
Weather
Launches the Weather application.
YouTube
Launches the YouTube application.
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Note: The Email application can access both Exchange Server-based email (such as Work email) and other Internet-based email providers such as Yahoo! and Gmail.
Phone Number
Follow the instructions below to display your phone’s wireless phone number.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab.
2. Tap About phone.
3. Tap Status.
You will see the number listed under My phone number.
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Enter Text
You can type on your phone using one of the available touchscreen keyboards or Google voice typing.
Touchscreen Keyboards
Your phone offers you a choice of touchscreen keyboards for entering text. The keyboards appear automatically onscreen when you tap a text entry field, and they can be used in either portrait or landscape mode.
The methods available include:
● Google Keyboard allows you to use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional options expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately.
● Google voice typing allows to use Google voice recognition to convert speech to text.
● LG Keyboard allows you to use a LG keyboard to enter text.
Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key.
To change the keyboard:
1. From any screen where you can enter text, tap the input field to reveal the keyboard.
2. Drag the Status bar down and tap Change keyboard.
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QWERTY Keyboard
You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field.
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Phone Keyboard
To change the phone keyboard, follow the directions below.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > Language & keyboard > LG Keyboard.
2. Tap Input language and keyboard layout > next to your desired language.
3. Tap Phone keyboard.
When T9 is off, to enter text, tap the key labeled with the desired letter until it appears on the screen. For
example, tap once for "a", twice for "b", or three times for "c".
Tips for Editing Text
Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more.
To cut/copy and paste:
1. Touch and hold a word to highlight it.
2. Drag the blue highlight markers to highlight the text you want.
– or –
To select all the text, tap > SELECT ALL in the context menu.
To cancel the selection, simply tap unselected text or empty area.
3. Tap CUT or COPY in the context menu.
4. Place the cursor on the location where you want to paste the text.
5. Touch and hold the text field and tap PASTE. The text that you pasted also remains in the phone's memory (temporarily), so you can paste that same text in another location.
Move Cursor Using the Space Bar
Touch and hold the Space Key and slide your finger to the left or right to move the cursor.
Split Keyboard Using Gesture
The split keyboard feature allows you to use both hands to type while in landscape view. Each half of the keyboard withdraws to the left and right of the screen. Place both thumbs on the keyboard and slide them outwards in opposite directions.
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To change the keyboard height:
1. Tap > Keyboard height and layout > Keyboard height.
2. Drag the blue bar to adjust the keyboard height.
To change the bottom row keys:
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > Language & keyboard > LG Keyboard > Keyboard height and layout > QWERTY keyboard layout.
2. Drag to add or delete keys or change the order. To change to another character on the visible key, tap the key and choose the desired character that you want displayed.
Note: This function does not support some languages.
Search Your Phone and the Web
You can search for information on your phone and on the web using the Search application. Some applications, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Browser have the ability to search contents within those specific applications. You can conduct the search by typing in the search terms or saying what you’re looking for. Typing can be useful because the search application can provide suggestions so you don’t necessarily have to type out your full request.
Phone and Web Search Using Text Entry
You can search on your phone and on the web by entering text.
1. From the Home screen, tap the Search Widget . (For information on how to add widget, see Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Screen.)
2. Enter the text you're searching for in the search field.
You can use the Search preferences to configure some aspects of Google web search (for
example, whether it makes suggestions below the search field as you type), and what phone features you want to include in searches.
To access these settings, tap > > Settings > General tab > Google > Search & Now.
3. Tap to search for the entered text.
– or –
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If what you want to search for appears in the suggestions list, tap that item to conduct the search.
4. If the phones asks you to select which browser to use, tap your preference. Then, make sure that the Use as default app check box is selected to keep this preference setting.
Phone and Web Search Using Voice Command
You can search on your phone and on the web by voice command.
■ From the Home screen, tap the on the Google Search Widget.
For more information on Google Search, tap > > Settings > General tab > Google > > Help & feedback.
Using Clip Tray
Easily access the contents you stored in the Clip Tray whenever and wherever you want. You can copy images or texts and keep them in the Clip Tray. Then, you can paste them whenever and wherever you want.
● Tap and hold text and images while editing them and tap > CLIP TRAY.
● Tap and hold a text input field and select CLIP TRAY. You can also access the Clip Tray by
tapping and holding , then tapping .
Note: Saved items are stored in the Clip Tray temporarily. In Clip Tray, tap and an item then select
Done to lock the item and prevent deletion. Tap to delete items. This function may not be supported in
the downloaded apps.
Google Account
You will need a Google Account to access several phone features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter your account information. These applications sync between your phone and your online Google Account.
Google Account Cautions
Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password.
Create a Google Account
You must create and/or sign into a Google Account to use Gmail, Google HangoutsTM, Google CalendarTM, and other Google Apps. Signing into a Google Account is also necessary to download applications from the Google Play store app to sync your data (if applicable) with the Google servers, and to take advantage of any other available Google services on your phone.
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If you don’t have a Google Account, you will be prompted to create one. If you have an enterprise account
through your company or other organization, your IT department may have special instructions on how to sign into that account.
1. From a computer, or from your phone's Browser, navigate to
2. On the main page, select Sign in, then click Create an account.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your free account.
4. Log into your provided email address, locate the email from Google, and respond to the new email to both confirm and activate your new account.
www.google.com.
Sign into Your Google Account
If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account.
1. Launch an application that requires a Google Account (such as Play Store or Gmail).
2. Enter a Google Account and tap NEXT.
Note: If you do not already have a Google Account, tap Or create a new account and follow the on­screen prompts to create your new account.
3. Enter your Password and tap NEXT.
4. Select if you want to back up your phone's apps, app data, settings, and Wi-Fi passwords and tap NEXT.
5. Checkmark the entries you want to sync (if necessary) and tap NEXT.
Your phone then communicates with the Google servers to confirm your information.
Important: Some applications, such as Calendar, work only with the primary Google Account (the first Google Account set up with your phone). If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your phone, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first. When you sign in, your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events, and other information from these applications and services on the web can be synchronized with your phone. You will be prompted to sign in or to create a Google Account the first time you start an application that requires one, such as Gmail or Play Store.
Google Play Store
Google Play™ is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games to bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you can easily download and install it on your phone.
To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s Wi-Fi or mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Browser and Sign In to Your Google
Account
for details.
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Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your phone from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.). The company is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.).
Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application.
Find and Install an Application
When you install apps from Google Play store app and use them on your phone, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your phone. Download and install only apps that you trust.
1. Tap > > Play Store .
2. Browse for an application. Once you have decided on one, tap it to view its details.
3. Read the application descriptions and comments.
4. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price button (for paid applications).
Note: Use caution with applications which request access to any personal data, functions, or significant amounts of data usage times.
5. Read the app's access requirements and tap ACCEPT if you agree to them.
6. Check the progress of the current download by opening the Notification panel.
7. You will be notified when the item is downloaded and installed on your phone.
8. On the Play Store screen, tap > My apps, tap the installed application in the list, and then tap OPEN.
Reinstall an Application
If the Android Operating System is ever updated, any data contained on the phone will be erased. The only data stored on the phone are Google applications available via Play Store.
Note: Pictures, videos, applications and music are stored in the phone's internal memory. Contacts and Calendars are stored remotely on your remote Google or Outlook servers.
1. Tap > > Play Store > > My apps.
2. Swipe the screen to the left and scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google applications and choose the one you wish to reinstall.
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3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Lock and Unlock Your Screen
You can prevent accidental screen touches from activating phone functions by locking your phone.
Lock Your Phone
When your phone is locked, you can only receive incoming calls or make calls to 9-1-1.
■ Press the Power/Lock Button.
Unlock Your Phone
1. Press the Power/Lock Button to wake up the phone.
2. Swipe the screen to any direction to unlock it.
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 pattern, PIN, or password) that will need to be entered to unlock it.
Unlock Your Screen Using the Knock Code
Feature
The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks (or taps) on the screen.
To activate the Knock Code feature:
1. Tap > > Settings > Display tab.
2. Tap Lock screen.
3. Tap Select screen lock and tap Knock Code.
4. Use the 2x2 grid to create a sequence of knocks (or taps) to set your knock code.
Note: You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock sequence.
To unlock the phone using Knock Code:
■ While the screen is off, tap the same sequence you established anywhere on the screen. The Home screen will be accessed directly.
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Update Your Phone
From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings > General tab > System updates menu.
Update PRL
This option allows you to download and update the PRL (Preferred Roaming List) automatically.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > Update PRL.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Update Profile
This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > Update profile.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Update Firmware
This option allows you to download and update the Firmware for your device.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > Update Firmware.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Update LG Software
This option allows you to download and update the LG software.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > Update LG software.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
UICC Unlock
This option allows you to unlock the client initiated UICC.
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > UICC Unlock.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Your Phone Interface
Item
Description
Phone Key
Tap to open the dial pad. Also provides additional tabs to access Call logs, Contacts, Favorites, and Groups.
Back Key
Tap to return to the previous screen.
Home Key
Tap to display the main Home screen. Touch and hold to access the Google Now shortcut.
Recent Apps Key
Tap to access a list of your most recently-used apps. Touch and hold to access menu options.
Apps Launcher
Tap to open the Application screen to view installed applications.
Application Icons
Tap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it.
Smart Notice
Displays useful cards based on your patterns of behavior when using your phone, the current time, and your present location.
Status Bar
Shows device status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.
The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s Home screen, understand the Status bar, and use the Notification panel.
Home Screen Basics
The Home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your Home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Home Screen Layout
Your Home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional screens.
Note: Your phone’s Home screens cycle through so that you can keep swiping in one direction and make it back to the main Home screen. The small dots above the primary shortcuts let you know your current screen position.
Tip: Tap Home to return to the main Home screen from any other screen.
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Extended Home Screens
Icon
Status
Signal Strength – Shows your current signal strength (the more bars there are, the
stronger the signal is).
No Service – Your phone cannot find a mobile network.
4G LTE network (data service) in use.
3G/1x In Use – Indicates that 3G/1x data service is in use.
Wi-Fi® Connected – Indicates that Wi-Fi is in use.
Bluetooth® On – Indicates that Bluetooth is on.
Location On – Indicates that Location is on.
Roaming – Your phone is “roaming” off the Nationwide Sprint Network.
Airplane Mode – Indicates that the phone is in Airplane Mode.
In addition to the main Home screen, your phone features extended Home screen to provide more space
for adding icons, widgets, and more. Tap Home to display the main Home screen and then drag across the screen to move from the main screen to an extended screen.
To go directly to a particular screen:
1. From any screen, pinch the screen to display thumbnail images of all screens.
2. Tap the screen you want to open.
Status Bar
The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view the Notification panel or access the quick settings menu, tap the Status bar and drag it down.
Main Status Icons
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Icon
Status
Vibrate Mode – Indicates that the ringer volume is set to vibrate and any sounds are
silenced.
Do not disturb – Indicates that Interruptions is set to Priority only mode and only certain features are allowed to interrupt.
Ringer Silenced – Indicates that all sounds are turned off.
Very Low Battery – Indicates that the battery is very low.
Low Battery – Indicates that the battery is low.
Battery Drained (40%) – Indicates that the battery is partially drained.
Battery Full – Shows your current battery charge level. (Icon shown is fully charged.)
Battery Charging – Indicates that the battery is charging.
Alarm Clock – Indicates that an alarm is set.
NFC Activated – Indicates that NFC is activated.
Wi-Fi Calling On – Indicates that Wi-Fi calling is on.
Wi-Fi Calling Connected – Indicates that Wi-Fi calling is connected. Icon
Notification
New Gmail – Indicates a new Gmail message.
New Email – Indicates a new Email message.
New Text or Multimedia Message – Indicates that you have received a new text or
multimedia message.
Main Notification Icons
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Icon
Notification
New Hangouts Message – Indicates a new Hangouts Message.
Problem With Text Or Multimedia Message Delivery – Indicates that a text or
multimedia message was not delivered.
New Voicemail – Indicates that you have received a new voicemail message.
Upcoming Event – Alerts you to an upcoming event.
Data is Syncing – Application sync is active and synchronization is in progress for
Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts.
Problem With Sign-In Or Sync – There has been an issue with your connection to the Google server, or you were not properly signed into your account. In order to use Google application or sync features, you must set up and sign into an active Google Account.
Full Storage – Indicates that storage is full.
USB Connected – The phone has detected an active USB connection.
More Notifications Not Displayed – Indicates that there are more notifications which
are not displayed in the Status bar.
Call In Progress – Indicates that a call is in progress.
Call In Progress Using Bluetooth Headset – Indicates that a call is in progress using
the Bluetooth headset.
Call Being Forwarded – Indicates that a call is being forwarded.
Call On Hold – Indicates that a call is on hold.
Missed Call – Indicates that you have missed calls.
Uploading Data – Indicates that your phone is uploading data.
Downloading Data – Indicates that your phone is downloading data.
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Icon
Notification
Download Finished – Indicates that a download is complete. Connected To Basic VPN – Indicates that the phone is connected to a Basic VPN.
Connected To LG VPN – Indicates that the phone is connected to a LG VPN.
Song Is Playing – Indicates that a song is playing.
Carrier Data – Data use threshold approaching or exceeded.
TTY – Indicates that your phone is operating in TTY mode.
Hotspot Active – Indicates that Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is active.
Notification Panel
Drag the Status bar down to open the Notification panel. From there, you can check notifications, open messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.
Open the Notification panel
■ Drag the Status bar down. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)
The Notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list.
Close the Notification panel
■ Drag the Notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.)
– or –
■ Tap Back to close the Notification panel.
Notification Panel Layout
The Notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu.
Customize the Home Screen
You can customize your Home screen when you do the following.
● Create shortcuts
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● Add widgets
● Create contact shortcuts
● Change the background (wallpaper)
● Customize application Icons
Create Shortcuts
Shortcuts are different from the Home screen Widgets. Shortcuts can access a specific contact, activate a feature, action, or launch an application.
To add a shortcut from the Applications screen:
1. Tap to access the Home screen.
2. Select a location (canvas) for your new shortcut by scrolling across your available canvases until you reach the desired one. (See Extended Home Screens.)
3. Tap to reveal all your current applications. By default, the applications are listed in a grid view.
4. Scroll through the list and locate your desired application.
5. Touch and hold the on-screen icon. This creates an immediate shortcut of the selected icon and closes the Applications screen. The new shortcut then appears to hover over the Home screen.
Note: The same shortcut can be added to any of the available canvases (Home or Extended). The application you add to the canvas will still appear within the Applications screen.
6. While holding the on-screen icon, position it on the current canvas. Once complete, release the screen to lock the shortcut into its new position.
To add a shortcut via the Home screen:
1. Tap to access the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen.
3. Tap either Apps or Widgets.
4. Touch and hold a selection from the list and drag it to your Home screen.
To delete a shortcut:
1. Tap to access the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the desired shortcut. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen.
3. Drag the icon over Remove and release it.
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Add and Remove Widgets on the Home Screen
Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through your Applications screen or on the Home or Extended screens. Unlike a shortcut, this Widget appears as an on-screen application.
To add a Widget:
1. Tap to access the Home screen.
2. Touch and hold on an empty area of the screen.
3. Tap the Widgets tab.
4. Touch and hold an available Widget and drag it to your current screen.
To remove a Widget:
1. Go to the Home screen canvas on which the widget is located.
2. Touch and hold the widget. This unlocks it from its location on the current screen.
3. Drag the widget over Remove and release it.
This action does not delete the Widget. It just removes it from the current canvas.
To place a Widget onto a different screen:
1. Touch and hold the widget you want to move.
2. Drag the widget to the edge of the screen (the left side if moving to a screen located on the left, right side if moving to a screen located on the right).
3. After about one second, the current screen will change. Repeat until you get to the desired screen.
Change the Phone's Wallpaper
You can select and assign your phone's background wallpaper.
1. Tap > > Settings > Display tab > Home screen > Wallpaper.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty spot on the Home screen, then tap the Wallpapers tab.
2. Tap Wallpaper gallery, ID Wallpapers, Gallery, Live wallpapers, Multi-photo, or Photos.
Wallpaper gallery to use a default wallpaper from the wallpaper gallery.
ID Wallpapers to open the available wallpapers that were included in your Sprint ID pack.
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Gallery to use a picture saved on your phone as a wallpaper. You can crop the picture before
setting it as a wallpaper.
Live wallpapers to open a list of animated wallpapers installed on your phone. Live
wallpapers can be animated or even interactive. More Live wallpapers are available in Google Play store app.
Multi-photo to combine and use pictures saved on your phone as a wallpaper. You can crop
the picture before setting it as a wallpaper.
Photos to use the Photos app and set a picture saved on your phone as a wallpaper. You
can crop the picture before setting it as a wallpaper.
3. Depending on the type of wallpaper, tap OK, SET WALLPAPER, APPLY or Done.
Customize Applications Icons on the Home Screen
You can create your own custom application icon(s) using the images in your Gallery. Your customized application icon(s) are only applied to icons on your Home screen. The Applications screen is not affected.
1. Touch and hold an application icon until it’s unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the
screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application.
2. Tap the application icon again and select a preloaded icon sign.
– or –
Tap Add new to create a new icon using images from the Gallery.
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Phone App
With the Sprint National Network and your phone, you can enjoy clear calling across the country.
HD™ Voice
Your phone is also HD Voice enabled, which means you can enjoy unparalleled voice quality in areas with HD Voice service. Experience the crystal clear difference of HD Voice from Sprint on calls between Sprint customers each using an HD Voice enabled phone while in areas with available HD Voice service.
Note: HD Voice service is available in select markets. Visit sprint.com/coverage for more information.
Place and Answer Calls
The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
Adjust In-Call Volume
■ Adjusting Call Volume: Press the Volume Buttons during the call.
Emergency Call Cautions
Emergency calls are restricted in Airplane mode.
Call Using the Phone Dialer
The most "traditional" way to place a call is by using the phone's dialer screen.
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Enter a phone number using the on-screen dialpad and tap .
If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase digits one by one.
To erase the entire number, touch and hold .
You can open other applications during a call. The will appear in the Status bar while the
call is underway.
Press the Volume Buttons to adjust the call volume.
Use the on-screen buttons to add another call, put a call on hold, to use the speakerphone,
and for other options, as described in
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations.
3. Tap to end the call.
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Tip: To redial your last outgoing call, follow step 1 to access the Dialer, tap the Call logs tab, locate the
call entry and tap .
You can also make calls from your Contacts list and from the Call logs.
Answer Phone Calls
The following information lets you know how to answer incoming calls, mute the ringer on incoming calls, reject incoming calls, and more.
When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from someone who is not stored in People, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming call screen.
Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail.
Answer an Incoming Call
1. When a call arrives, drag in any direction to answer it.
2. To end the call, tap .
Reject an Incoming Call
■ When a call arrives, drag in any direction to reject it.
The ringtone or vibration will stop and call will be sent directly to voicemail.
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations
While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options. Tap an option to select it.
● Add call to initiate a 3-way call.
● End to end the current call.
● Dialpad to display the dialpad to enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access
code.
For example: When you call your banks 800 number, use your dialpad to enter your account
number and PIN.
● Speaker to route the phones audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off).
Activate the speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the
speaker volume using the volume buttons.)
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Deactivate the speaker to use the phone’s earpiece.
Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during speakerphone use.
● Mute to mute the microphone during an active call. Tap again to unmute the microphone.
● Bluetooth (Only available when a Bluetooth headset is connected to your phone) to route the
phones audio through a connected Bluetooth headset (On) or through the speaker (Off). For
details about pairing the phone with a Bluetooth headset, see Pair Bluetooth Devices.
When the call is routed to a Bluetooth headset, the current call area shows the Bluetooth call
icon ( ).
Note: The Bluetooth button is activated to show the current call is routed to the connected Bluetooth headset.
To route the current call back to the phone, tap Bluetooth to temporarily use the phone. Tap
it again to route the call back to the connected Bluetooth headset.
When Bluetooth or the Bluetooth headset is turned off, the call is routed through either the
earpiece or speaker and shows ( ).
Tap during a call to display a list of additional in-call features. Tap an option to select it.
● Contacts: Display your contacts list.
● QuickMemo+: Open the QuickMemo+ app.
● Messaging: Opens the Messaging app.
● Voice clarity: Enhances voice clarity in noisy environments so you can hear more clearly.
Place Calls from Contacts/Call History
Make calls quickly using Contacts and Call History.
Place a Call from Contacts
You can place phone calls directly from entries in your Contacts list.
1. Tap > to display the phone app.
2. Tap the Contacts tab to display the Contacts list.
3. Tap a contact.
4. Tap Call next to the number you want to call.
5. To end the call, tap .
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Call from Call Logs
The Call logs list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing, or missed numbers.
1. Tap > to display the phone app.
2. Tap the Call logs tab to display the Call logs list.
3. Tap an entry to display the call details.
4. Tap Call to place a call.
5. To end the call, tap .
Optional Services
The following topics outline additional voice-related services available with your phone, including call services, voicemail, and more.
Voicemail Setup
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find the exact message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This new feature periodically goes out to your voicemail and gathers the caller information from all of the current voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and priority level of the voicemail message.
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Set Up Visual Voicemail
Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional Sprint voicemail. You should set up your Sprint voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Voicemail Setup.
1. Tap > > Voicemail .
2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to:
Create a password (part of standard voicemail).
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
3. When prompted to enter information, enter your numeric responses.
Important: Voicemail Password – Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
4. Once you have completed the setup process, return to the voicemail page (see step 1).
5. Tap the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the voicemail services.
Review Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review.
1. Tap > > Voicemail .
2. Tap a message to review it. The following is a description of the features available while reviewing a voicemail message.
Timeline provides a visual timeline for the current message. Touch and drag this
bar to scroll through the message to different points.
• Tap to pause the playback, tap to resume.
• / Speaker Off/On to turn the speakerphone on or off during playback. If the
speakerphone feature was enabled within the Voicemail Settings menu, the speakerphone will always be automatically enabled during voicemail playback.
Call to call the person that left the message.
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Reply via to reply to the message via SMS or audio or avatar message.
Delete to delete the message.
Menu to access Share, Archive, Settings, and Help.
Visual Voicemail Options
Use the following options to access and configure your Visual Voicemail options.
1. Tap > > Voicemail .
2. From this initial screen, you can:
Tap to compose a new voicemail message.
Tap Inbox to view the voicemail messages in other folder: Inbox, Trash, Archive, Sent, and
Store.
Tap to access Search, Settings, and Help.
Tap to select multiple messages to delete, save, or mark as unread/read.
Tap to compose a new avatar message.
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more.
1. Tap > > Voicemail .
2. Tap > Settings and select from the following:
Avatar
• Disable Avatar to disable Avatar compose features and content store.
• Avatar Facebook Ad Signature to enable avatar advertising signature when posting on
Facebook.
• SMS delivery to allow sending SMS messages to recipients who do not have Avatar
capability.
Display
• Themes to choose the type of theme used for the application.
• Display name to enter a name to identify yourself to people when replying or forwarding
messages.
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Help to see the Sprint visual voicemail help.
Preferences
• Manage subscription to subscribe and unsubscribe from the visual voicemail premium monthly subscription service. This may take a minute.
• Data consent agreement to agree or disagree to send speech data to assist with the quality of this product.
• Auto forward to email to send a copy of new messages to an email address of your choice.
• Personalize voicemail to change your voicemail greeting for incoming calls and update password.
• Transcription language: If available, this option allows you to choose the transcription language.
• Delete messages to set Visual Voicemail to permanently delete messages from the Trash folder after a specific number of days.
• Mobile advertising preferences: Manage participation in the Mobile Advertising Program, including enabling bonus app features.
• Display ads: Control whether ads display inside Voicemail. Turning ads off also disables bonus features.
• Transcriptions displayed to transcribe Voicemails from voice to text.
• Disable Free Trials: Opt out of future free trials.
• SMS delivery of Voice message to allow voice message delivery via SMS to recipients
who do not have VoiceSMS capability always.
Sound
• Notifications to determine how you are notified of new voicemails. Set the notification sound and vibrate option.
• Speakerphone to automatically turn the speaker on or off.
Updates to search for an upgrade to your Visual message software.
About Voicemail to view build information about the current visual voicemail application.
Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu
Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.
1. Tap > > Voicemail .
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2. Tap > Settings > Preferences > Personalize voicemail.
3. Tap OK to connect to the Sprint voicemail system. Follow the prompts to change your current greeting.
Caller ID Blocking
Caller ID identifies a caller before you answer the phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, follow these steps.
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Tap .
3. Enter a phone number.
4. Tap .
Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone.
To permanently block your number, call Sprint Customer Service.
Call Waiting
When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available).
To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call:
■ Swipe in any direction. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.)
To switch back to the first caller:
■ Tap Swap calls.
Note: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call Waiting by
pressing before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated once you end the call.
Conference Calling
With conference calling, also known as 3-way calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls.
1. On the dial pad screen, enter a number and tap (or place a call from Log or Contacts).
2. Once you have established the connection, tap Add call, and dial the second number (or place the call from Logs or Contacts).
This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number.
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3. When you’re connected to the second party, tap Merge calls. Your conference call is now in session.
4. To end the three-way call, tap .
Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected.
Call Forwarding
Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have activated Call Forwarding.
Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.
To activate Call Forwarding:
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Tap .
3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded.
4. Tap .
You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding. All calls to your wireless
number will be forwarded to the designated phone number.
To deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Tap .
3. Tap .
You will hear a tone to confirm the deactivation.
Call Settings
Your phone’s Call Settings menu lets you configure your voicemail options and a number of other settings for the phone application.
Use the Call Settings Menu
1. Tap > > Dial tab.
2. Tap Menu > Call settings.
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3. Configure your options.
Tap a menu item to display its options.
Select your options and follow the prompts to set them.
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Call Settings Options
Setting
Description
Voicemail
You can configure your voicemail settings. For details on Voicemail settings, see Configure Visual Voicemail Settings.
Smart dialing
Activate to make a call to the U.S. from abroad without entering the national code. Touch and hold or tap the contact.
Call reject
You can set call rejection and manage the reject list.
Decline with message
You can send out a simple text message when you want to ignore an incoming call and respond to the caller with a text instead. You can add or edit quick messages.
Auto answer
Allows you to set the time before a connected hands-free device automatically answers an incoming call.
TTY mode
A TTY (also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications phone that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone. Your phone is compatible with select TTY phones. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY phone to ensure that it is compatible with digital cell phones. Your phone and TTY phone will connect via a special cable that plugs into your phone's headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY phone, contact your TTY phone manufacturer to purchase the connector cable.
Hearing aids
Tap to place the checkmark to turn on hearing aid compatibility.
Proximity Sensor
When receiving and making calls, this sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch keypad by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents the touch keypad from activating unintentionally during calls.
Voice clarity
You can set the phone to enhance voice clarity in noisy environments so you can hear more clearly.
Save unknown numbers
You can set the phone to save the phone numbers not saved in Contacts yet.
Power key ends call
You can set the phone to end calls with Power/Lock Button on the call screen.
Use the Call Settings menu to adjust the following settings:
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Setting
Description
Answer an incoming call
During an incoming call, bring the phone to your ear to answer the call.
Silence incoming calls
You can set the phone to silence incoming calls by just flipping the phone.
Contacts
The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your friends from compatible social networking applications.
Add a Contact
You can add contacts on your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google Account, Microsoft Exchange account, or other accounts that support syncing contacts.
The Contacts application tries to join new addresses with existing contacts, to create a single entry. You can also manage that process manually.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap to add a contact.
3. Tap a destination type, Phone contact or Google (if available).
4. Tap to select a picture to display next to the name in your list of contacts and in the Caller ID.
5. Tap the Name field and enter a name for your contact.
6. Tap the Phone field and enter a phone number.
7. Enter any additional information you may want to save and when you're finished, tap SAVE.
Check Contacts
View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
Edit a Contact
Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
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1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap the contact to view its details.
3. Tap Edit .
4. Tap any field you want to change or add.
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap SAVE.
Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right of the field.
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap below the entry field.
Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
3. Tap Menu > Delete.
4. Tap YES.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the contact list and then tap Delete contact > YES.
Sharing Contacts
You can share contacts with others by sending as vCard files.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap > Share.
3. Tap the contacts you want to share, then tap SHARE.
4. Choose the method for sending.
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Merge and Separate Contacts
When you have two or more entries for the same contact, you can join them into a single entry. You can also separate contacts that were joined.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap > Manage contacts > Merge.
3. Select a tab at the top of the screen.
Tap Merge suggestion to select entries to merge.
Tap Merged contacts to select entries to separate.
4. Checkmark the entry (or entries) you want, then tap Merge or Separate.
Import and Back Up Contacts
Your phone offers a couple of options for importing contacts from external devices or installed memory cards.
Import Contacts from a microSD Card or USB
Storage
If you have contacts stored in vCard format on the phone's internal storage, you can import them into your Contacts application on your phone. You can also export contacts in vCard format onto the phone's internal storage. Export your contacts to back them up to a computer or another phone.
Import Contacts
You can import contacts from your internal storage directly to your Contacts application.
1. Copy the vCard files to your phone from your computer.
2. Tap > > Contacts .
3. Tap > Manage contacts > Import.
4. Select where to import from and save to, then tap OK.
5. Tap the files you wish to import and tap IMPORT and YES to confirm.
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Back Up Contacts
You can back up and export all of the contacts on your phone, as vCard files. You can then copy this file to a computer or another phone that is compatible with this format, such as an address book application.
1. Tap > > Contacts .
2. Tap > Manage contacts > Back up.
3. Select a storage location and then tap OK.
4. Tap the contacts you want to export, then tap EXPORT and YES to confirm.
5. Enter a file name and tap OK.
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Messaging and Internet
With wireless service and your phone’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity to
share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, text and multimedia messaging, social networking accounts, and Hangouts.
Text and Multimedia Messaging
With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and other messaging-ready phones. When you receive a new message, you will be notified by
your phone. Messaging is available via the Messaging application in your Applications screen. The icon appears in Status bar when a new text message is received.
Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for text messaging.
Compose Text Messages
Quickly compose and send text messages on your phone.
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. Tap .
3. Tap the To field and enter a contact's information, see example below, using the on-screen keyboard.
Contacts: As you enter either a name, phone number, or email address, if the information
matches a current contact’s entry information, you will see a match. When you see a match,
tap the associated name to complete the addressing.
Mobile: You can enter a wireless phone number directly.
Email: You can enter an email address directly.
4. Tap a matching entry from the on-screen dropdown list. This list is populated by matches found from your contact list.
5. Tap the text field and enter your message.
To enter a smiley from the menu options, tap > Insert smiley. Make a selection from the
list to insert it into your current message.
To enter emojis, tap , then tap , and select a category at the bottom of the keyboard.
6. Review your message and tap Send.
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Read and Reply to Text Messages
When you receive a text message, your phone will notify you.
■ Open the Notification panel and tap the text message notification.
– or –
■ Tap > > Messaging and tap the new message.
Reply to a Text Message
1. While viewing a message, tap the text field to open the keyboard.
2. Compose your reply or use the preset messages or icons.
To enter a message, use your on-screen keyboard.
To enter a smiley from the menu options, tap > Insert smiley. Make a selection from the
list to insert it into the message.
To enter emojis, tap , then tap , and select a category at the bottom of the keyboard.
3. You may select additional messaging options by tapping .
4. Review your reply and tap Send.
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)
When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with the contents such as images, videos, etc.
Note: See your service plan for applicable charges for multimedia messaging.
Compose Multimedia Messages
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. Tap the To field and enter the recipient’s name, phone number, or email information.
3. Tap the text field and enter your message.
4. Tap .
5. Select a multimedia attachment type:
Image: Opens the Gallery application. Use the on-screen navigation to select the picture you
wish to send with the outgoing message.
Take photo: Opens the Camera application. Take a picture, and then tap OK to use this
image in your message. (See
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Take Pictures.)
Video: Opens the Gallery application. Use the on-screen navigation to select a video and
attach it to your outgoing message.
Record video: Opens the Camcorder application. Record a video, then tap OK to use this
video in your message. (See
Audio: Opens a menu that allows you to browse for audio files using different applications.
Record voice: Opens the message recorder.
• After recording your message, tap to attach it to your message.
Location: Opens a map screen. Select a location, then tap Attach to use this.
Contact: Opens your Contacts list and allows you to select of a Contact to send.
Schedule: Opens your Schedule event list and allows you to select an event to send.
Slide: Allows you to create a slideshow with your media files.
• Insert a multimedia file, then tap > Slide. You can also enter text to each slide.
Draw: Allows you to draw and attach an image like Capture+.
Record Videos.)
Note: To remove or replace a picture or an audio attachment, on the Compose screen, tap next to the attachment.
6. When you are finished creating your new MMS message, tap Send MMS.
Save and Resume a Draft Message
While composing a text or multimedia message, tap to automatically save your message as a draft.
To resume composing the message:
1. On the screen with all message threads, tap the message. The Draft icon is displayed if a saved draft is available.
2. When you finish editing the message, tap Send or Send MMS.
Managing Message Conversations
Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the Messaging screen. This allows you to see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the same screen.
Read a Text Message
■ Do one of the following:
On the Messages screen, tap the message thread to open and read it.
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If you have a new message notification, touch and slide the Status bar down to open the
Notification panel. Tap the new message to open and read it.
View a Multimedia Message (MMS)
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messaging screen, tap a message thread to open it.
3. While viewing a message, tap the play icon (on the video or audio file) to playback the file or tap the image to view the picture.
Tip: The file attachment on the multimedia message can be saved to your phone's internal storage. To save the attachment, touch and hold the file and tap Save attachment from the Message options context menu.
Note: When Auto-retrieve in multimedia message settings is disabled, only the message header is downloaded. To download the entire message, tap the Download button in the message. For details, see
Text and Multimedia Message Options.
Reply to a Text or Multimedia Message
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messages screen, tap a message thread to open it.
3. While viewing a message, tap the text field and type your reply message.
4. Once completed, tap Send or Send MMS.
To return to the All messages screen from a text message thread, tap .
Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the message thread, touch and hold the message to open the options menu, and then tap Details.
Note: If a message contains a link to a web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the web browser.
Note: If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the number or add it to your contacts.
Protect (Lock) a Message
You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation.
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messages screen, tap a message thread to open it.
3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock.
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4. Tap Lock message on the options menu. A lock icon is displayed at the right hand side of the message.
Delete a Message Thread
You can delete a single message or several messages at a time.
To delete a message thread:
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messages screen, tap the message thread that you want to delete.
3. Tap > Delete.
4. Tap Select all or choose the desired messages and tap DELETE.
5. When prompted to confirm, tap YES. Any locked messages in the thread will not be deleted unless you select the Delete also locked messages check box.
Delete Multiple Message Threads
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messages screen, tap > Delete.
3. Tap the Select all checkbox at the top left corner, then tap DELETE.
4. When prompted to confirm, tap YES. Any locked messages in the thread will not be deleted unless you select the Delete also locked messages check box.
View Contact Information from a Message
When you have received a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the contact’s
photo or icon in the message thread to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored contact information, you can view the contact details, call or send an email message to the contact, and more.
Text and Multimedia Message Options
The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and multimedia messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications.
1. Tap > > Messaging .
2. On the Messages screen, tap > Settings.
3. Adjust the following settings according to your needs:
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● Notification settings
Notifications: Enable this option if you wish to receive a notification when a new text or
multimedia message arrives.
• New message pop-up: Enable this option if you wish to see a new message in a pop-up window.
• Preview: Enable this option if you wish to preview the contents of messages when new messages arrive.
• Notification sound: Allows you to select a ringer to sound when a new message is received. Tap this option, and then select a ringtone that is specific to new text and multimedia messages. A sample will briefly be played upon selection, then press OK to save your new setting.
• Vibrate: Enable this option if you want the phone to vibrate when a new text or multimedia message is received.
• Vibrate type: Choose what type of vibration you wish to apply to new messages.
● Text messages
Priority: Allows you to set the default priority as Normal or High.
Message reassembly: Enable this option (checkmark displays) so that multi-segment
messages can be reassembled and shown as a single message. Each segment will still count toward your usage.
● Multimedia messages
Group Messaging: Enable this option (checkmark displays) to send a single message as
multimedia message when there are multiple recipients.
Auto-retrieve: Enable this option to automatically retrieve the entire content of your
multimedia message. When checked, the multimedia message header, message body, and any attachments will automatically download to your phone when the message is received. If you disable this option, only the multimedia message header will be retrieved and displayed.
• Roaming auto-retrieve: Disable this option if you only desire the multimedia message headers to download while roaming. Enable this option to automatically download your complete multimedia messages even while roaming.
Priority: Allows you to set the default priority as Low, Normal, or High.
● General settings
Conversation theme: Allows you to select the desired conversation theme for the message
thread wallpaper and message bubbles.
Quick message: Tap this to add or edit quick messages. Quick message is the specified text
message to send out when you choose to ignore an incoming call and respond to the caller with a message instead.
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Send message with Enter key: You can opt to send a message by simply using the Enter
key. This menu allows you to select when this feature should be enabled.
Signature: Tap this to automatically add a signature to your messages (checkmark displays).
Callback number: Check this to automatically add a callback number to your messages
(checkmark displays).
Delete old messages: Enable this option to delete older text messages when the limit for
maximum number of text messages is exceeded.
• Text message limit: Sets the maximum number of text messages that can be stored on the phone (per message thread).
• Multimedia message limit: Sets the maximum number of multimedia messages that can be stored on the phone (per message thread).
Save to: Allows you to set the default storage location for files received through Messages to
Internal storage or SD card.
Gmail
This email client is Google’s web-based email service. Depending on your synchronization settings, Gmail (along with calendar events, phone numbers and other contact information) on your phone can be automatically synchronized between your phone and your Gmail account on the web.
Create a Google Account
You must create and/or sign into a Google Account to use Gmail, Google Hangouts, and other Google apps. Signing into a Google Account is also necessary to download updates and applications from the Google Play store app to sync your data (if applicable) with the Google servers, and to take advantage of any other available Google services on your phone.
If you don’t have a Google Account, you will be prompted to create one. If you have an enterprise account through your company or other organization, your IT department may have special instructions on how to sign into that account.
1. From a computer, or from your phone's Browser, navigate to
2. On the main page, tap or click Sign in > Create an account.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create and activate your free account.
www.google.com.
Sign in to Your Google Account
If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account.
1. Launch an application that requires a Google Account (such as Play Store or Gmail).
2. Enter a Google Account and tap NEXT.
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Note: If you do not already have a Google Account, tap Or create a new account and follow the on­screen prompts to create your new account.
3. Enter your Password and tap NEXT.
4. Read the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and tap ACCEPT to continue.
5. Choose the Google services you want to activate and tap NEXT.
6. Set up your payment info and tap NEXT.
Your phone then communicates with the Google servers to confirm your information.
Important: Some applications, such as Calendar, work only with the primary Google Account (the first Google Account set up with your phone). If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your phone, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first. When you sign in, your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events, and other information from these applications and services on the web can be synchronized with your phone. You will be prompted to sign in or to create a Google Account the first time you start an application that requires one, such as Gmail or Play Store.
Access Gmail
Access your personal Gmail account directly on your phone.
When you open the Gmail application, the most recent conversations are displayed in your Inbox.
1. Tap > > Google > Gmail .
2. Do any of the following.
View more email messages: Swipe your finger up the screen to view more messages and
conversations.
Read a new email message: Tap the unread message or the conversation with an unread
message (just-arrived items display in bold).
Select messages and conversations: Tap the image to the left of the corresponding email.
Send a Gmail Message
You can compose and send a message to people or groups with Gmail addresses or other email addresses.
1. Tap > > Google > Gmail .
2. Tap .
Note: This will start the message from your default Gmail account. To send it from another account, tap the account name at the top left corner of the Inbox, then tap the account you want to use.
3. Enter a recipient's address. As you enter text, matching addresses are displayed from your Contact list. You can tap a suggested address or continue entering text to enter a new one.
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4. Enter a subject for the message in the Subject field.
5. Continue into the next field to compose your email message.
6. Tap > Attach file to add an attachment to the email.
7. Tap to send the email.
– or –
If you're not ready to send the message, tap > Save draft instead. You can read your drafts by opening messages with the Drafts label.
– or –
Tap > Discard to erase the message (including any saved drafts).
Note: If you aren't connected to a network - for example, if you’re working in Airplane mode - the messages that you send are stored on your phone, with the Outbox label until you connect to a network again.
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages
You can continue an email conversation by replying to a message or by forwarding it.
1. Tap > > Google > Gmail .
2. Touch a message to display it.
3. At the bottom of the message, tap to reply to the message.
– or –
Tap to reply all to the message.
– or –
Tap to forward to the message.
Replying to or forwarding messages without changing the subject adds your reply to the
current conversation. Changing the subject starts a new conversation.
The message will open in a new screen where you can add or remove addresses, edit the
subject, and add or remove text or attachments.
You can add one or more people to an ongoing conversation by replying to all and then
adding the new person's address(es) to the message.
All of the messages in the conversation are included in the new message; any messages that
follow the message you forward are omitted.
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4. Tap to send the email.
Note: You can change the message action after you've started the message. Simply tap the icon in the message header to the right of the current message action, then tap the one you want. For example, if you chose Reply but decide you want to Reply all.
Email
Use the Email application to send and receive emails from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.
Add an Email Account (POP3 or IMAP)
The Email application only reveals all currently added email accounts. To view additional email accounts within the main Email screen, they must first be added.
1. Tap > > Email .
2. Do one of the following:
If this is your first time to add an email account, tap Yahoo, or Other on the Select email
provider screen.
If you have already added an email account in Email, tap > Settings > Add account.
If the Select email provider screen is displayed, tap Yahoo, or Other.
3. Enter the Email address and Password for your email account and then tap NEXT.
Tap MANUAL SETUP to configure your connection settings manually (POP3 or IMAP).
Follow the on-screen prompts and enter the information specific to your carrier.
Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the phone database, you will be asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you proceed.
4. Enter the account name and your name and tap DONE.
Corporate Email (Outlook)
The Email application also provides access to your Outlook Exchange server via your phone. If your company uses Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007 and 2010 as the corporate email system, you can
use this email application to wirelessly synchronize your email, Contacts and directly with your company’s
Exchange server.
Set Up a Corporate Email
1. Tap > > Email .
2. Tap Microsoft Exchange (from the add new email account screen).
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3. Enter your Email address and Password information, then tap NEXT. Consult your Network Administrator for further details.
Email address: Your Outlook work email address.
Password: Typically your network access password (case-sensitive).
4. If needed, enter a Server address, Domain and tap NEXT.
Server: Your exchange server remote email address. Typically starts with mail.XXX.com.
Obtain this information from your company's network administrator.
Domain: Enter your network domain\login username.
If your network requires SSL encryption, tap the Use secure connection (SSL) box to place
a checkmark and activate this additional level of security.
If your exchange server requires this feature, leaving this field unchecked can prevent
connection.
Note: Signal interruptions or incorrect username or password information can cause completion issues.
5. Read the on-screen activation disclaimer and, if prompted, tap ACTIVATE.
Note: Depending on the type of account, you might be required to enable security to sync the account.
6. Configure your Sync schedule, Email sync period (days to synchronize between your phone and server), and activate any other email settings, then tap NEXT.
7. Identify your new account with a unique name and provide the outgoing name, then tap DONE.
Note: You can have multiple Work Email (Microsoft Exchange) accounts active on your phone.
Open Email
Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer.
1. Tap > > Email .
2. Tap a message to read, manage, or reply to.
From your Inbox screen, tap to select the following options: Select, QSlide, Sort by, and
Settings.
Create and Send Email
Create and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as images, videos, or documents to email messages.
1. From the Inbox, tap .
2. Enter the recipient’s email address in the To field.
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You can add as many message recipients as you want.
Note: To send an additional carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other recipients, enter the recipients in the Cc/Bcc field.
3. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject.
4. Tap the body field and compose your email.
To add an attachment (such as image, video, audio, contact, etc.), tap .
You can access the internal storage and navigate to the file you wish to attach.
Tap the file you wish to attach.
5. Tap to send the email.
Note: If you close the messaging window before sending it, the message will be stored in Drafts.
Reply to or Delete an Email Message
Replying to or deleting an email is simple.
Reply to an Email Message
1. From the Inbox, tap an email message to view it.
2. With the email message displayed, tap and choose Reply or Reply all.
If you select Forward, you must specify the message’s recipients.
3. Enter a new message and tap .
Delete an Email Message
■ Touch and hold an email (from your inbox list) and tap DELETE.
– or –
With the email message displayed, tap .
Configure and Sync Corporate Email Settings
You can sync and configure various settings for your corporate email and create a corporate email signature.
Sync Your Accounts
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync.
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2. Tap Microsoft Exchange, then select the Corporate account to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen.
3. If the option is available, place a checkmark next to each option if you want the phone to
automatically synchronize. If you want to manually synchronize, tap > Sync now.
Configure Corporate Email
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync.
2. Tap Microsoft Exchange, then select Email Settings and tap the desired account to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen.
3. The following settings are available.
Account name: Displays the name used by the phone to track the account.
Signature: To add a signature or other information to outgoing email.
• Edit Signature: Displays a signature. Tap this to change it.
Notifications: Allows you to decide whether to notify you of new email.
• Notification sound: Allows you to select the notification sound for new emails.
• Vibrate: Allows you to configure vibrate options for new emails.
• Vibrate Type: Allows you to select the vibration type for new emails.
Auto-sync email: Allows you to automatically sync email.
Sync schedule: Allows you to choose when to sync your email.
Folders to sync: Select the folders you want to synchronize.
Email sync period: Choose how many days of email you want to sync.
Message size limit: Allows you to set the size limit for messages.
Advanced settings: Allows you to configure advanced email settings.
• Message format: Select the format you want to view email messages in.
• Auto-download attachments: Download attachments for new emails while connected to
Wi-Fi.
• Always Cc/Bcc me: Allows you to copy yourself to emails sent out.
• Auto resend times: Set the number of tries to resend a failed email message.
• Out of office settings: Allows you to set your out of office settings and message.
• Security settings: Set digital signatures and encryption to secure email.
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• Calendar sync period: Allows you to set the period of time to sync with your calendar.
• Corporate directory: Searches online directory for the recipient input.
• Server policy: View the server policy currently applied.
• Exchange server settings: Allows you to change the server settings for your account.
4. Tap to return to the previous screen, your changes will be saved.
For more detailed Corporate email information, see Corporate Calendar synchronizing.
Corporate Email (Outlook). For more information on
Configure General Email Settings
1. Tap > > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync.
2. Tap Email to display the account’s synchronization settings screen.
3. Tap Email Settings and select General settings to set the following settings.
Email preview: Allows you to set how many lines of email to display as a preview in the
mailbox.
Conversation view: Allows you to view email messages sent or received with the same
subject in one thread.
Split view: Allows you to view the email list with email contents in landscape orientation.
Set default account: Allows you to set the default account.
VIP settings: Set Notifications, Sound, Vibrate, Vibrate Type for VIP lists.
Save to: Allows you to choose where to save attachments.
Ask before deleting: Checkmark to set the phone to ask before deleting email.
Auto-advance: Select which screen to display after deleting an email.
Load images: Select to load images in the email.
4. Tap to return to the previous screen.
Data Services General Information (4G
LTE and 3G Networks)
The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
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Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone is loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage request.
4G LTE
The 4G LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access over greater distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your phone to 4G, you need to be in an area covered by the 4G LTE network.
For more information about the availability of 4G in your location, visit
Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors including your distance to the base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.
sprint.com/coverage.
Set Your Network Options
1. Tap > > Settings > Networks tab > More > Mobile networks > Network mode.
2. Select desired option.
By default, the phone will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically
connect to it.
When your phone is connected via 4G, the 4G icon appears in the Status bar.
Note: The 4G network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to it.
Your User Name
When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you‘re automatically assigned a user name, which is
typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.)
When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the Nationwide Sprint Network. Your user name will be automatically programmed into your phone. You don‘t have to enter it.
Update Your User Name
If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your phone.
■ Tap > > Settings > General tab > System updates > Update profile.
Your profile will be automatically updated by the network.
Data Connection Status and Indicators
Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used:
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Icon
Status
Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars
mean a better signal.
4G LTE data service: Your phone is connected to the 4G LTE network. The rays spin when data is being transferred.
3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is animated, your phone is transferring or receiving data.
Browser
Your phone's web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using data service or Wi-Fi data connections.
Chrome Browser
In addition to the default "Internet" Web browser, your phone supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your phone.
1. Tap > > Chrome .
2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address.
Chrome Support
■ To find on-phone help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap Menu > Help & feedback.
A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome.
Tip: For more information, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/.
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Camera and Video
You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a 16 megapixel rear camera and a 8 megapixel front camera with an auto-focus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos.
Note: Be sure to clean the lens with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a "halo" effect.
Take Pictures and Record Videos
The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera.
Capturing Pictures/Videos
● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG.
● File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4.
Camera Cautions
If the Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on the lens prevent the capturing of clear still
images/videos. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth beforehand.
Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose the lens to direct sunlight for long periods. It may discolor the color filter and affect image colors.
Flash Light Warning
Do not shine the flash close to your eyes. Do not look directly at the flash when shining it. Do not shine the flash at other people's eyes as it may affect eyesight, etc.
Take Pictures
Taking pictures with your phone's built-in camera is as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the lens, and pressing a button.
To take a picture:
1. Tap > > Camera .
2. Frame your subject on the screen.
3. Focus indicators will turn from white to green when the camera is focused.
4. Tap . Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery.
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Record Videos
In addition to taking pictures, you can record, view, and send videos with your phone's built-in video camera.
1. Tap > > Camera .
2. Frame your subject on the screen.
3. Tap to start recording the video.
4. The length of the recording is displayed on the top of the screen.
Note: Tap to take pictures while recording video.
5. Tap to pause recording video. You can resume recording again tapping .
6. Tap to stop recording. Your video will be automatically saved to the Gallery.
Camera and Video Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera
settings menu.
● Flash to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto.
● Swap camera to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens.
● Mode to select the mode from: Auto, Panorama, Dual, and Slo-mo.
● Settings to adjust the following camera and video settings.
Dynamic tone (HDR): Captures photo with multiple exposures and combines them into
one optimal photo to get a better photo in tricky lighting situations.
Image/Video size: Allows you to set the resolution for your pictures and videos.
Cheese shutter: Allows you to take pictures with voice commands. When on, just say
"Cheese", "Smile", "Whiskey", "Kimchi", or "LG" to take a picture.
Timer: Set your camera's timer. This is ideal if you want to be a part of the picture or
video.
Grid: Allows you to easily take pictures and video by displaying grid lines for easy
alignment.
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/ SD card: Menu displayed if you have inserted an SD card. Set the storage location for
your videos or pictures.
Note: This option will be displayed when you insert a microSD card into the phone.
Help: Allows you to learn how a function works. This icon will provide you with a quick
guide.
Manual Mode on the Viewfinder
You can control every detail option manually.
● Tap > > Camera > > .
Tap to select a file format between the JPEG and the DNG.
Tap to improve color quality in various lighting conditions.
Tap to use the manual focus mode.
Tap to adjust the brightness.
Tap to adjust the ISO.
Tap to adjust the shutter speed.
Tap to use the auto-expose lock.
To use the advanced settings:
In the camera viewfinder, tap to show the advanced options. Tap each icon to adjust the following camera settings.
● Tap to display a incline or a grid line for help with alignment.
● Tap to display a histogram.
Multi-point Auto-focus
When you take a picture, the Multi-point Auto-focus (AF) function operates automatically and will allow you to see a clear image.
Gesture Shot
The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera.
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Take a Photo
There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature.
● Raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen. Then close your hand into a fist to start the timer, allowing you time to get ready.
OR
● Raise your hand, in a clenched fist, until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen. Then unclench your fist to start the timer, allowing you time to get ready.
Tip: Use the Interval shot feature by making a fist twice or touching and holding . The camera consecutively takes 4 photos at a time.
Gesture View
After taking a photo with the front camera lens, you can automatically check the captured photo with this gesture.
1. Tap > > Camera .
2. Take a picture with the front camera.
3. After taking the picture, bring the phone close to your face. The captured photo will be displayed.
You can quickly check the photos taken with the front camera without tapping on the screen.
Note: Depending on the speed and angle of the gesture, this feature may not work properly. When the angle is changed after Quick preview, it will go back to the camera mode. You should go to the Gallery to view the picture again.
8X Zooming
When using the rear camera lens, you can zoom in or out to 8x. Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out.
Note: Use a steady hand. This feature does not work with some functions. Objects may be overlapped when taking a picture of fast-moving subjects.
Dual Feature
The Dual feature allows you to take a picture or record video with the front and rear cameras at the same time.
1. Tap > > Camera .
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2. Tap > Dual .
Note: Drag the small screen displaying the front camera lens image to move it to your desired location. Touch and hold the small screen to resize it. Tap on the small screen to alternate between the two cameras.
3. Tap to take a picture.
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Tap to record a video. Then tap to stop dual recording.
View Your Pictures
The Gallery is where you can access the Gallery of stored camera images. You can view them in a slideshow, share them with your friends, and delete and edit them.
1. Tap > > Gallery .
2. Select a location and tap an image to view your picture.
Gallery Options
The Gallery application presents the pictures and videos in your storage, including those you’ve taken
with the Camera application and those you downloaded from the web or other locations.
1. Tap > > Gallery to view the images stored in the storage.
2. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.)
3. Tap a picture in an album to view it.
Tap on an album to access the photos and use the following options:
• Edit: Tap to edit the photo.
• Camera: Opens the Camera.
• Share: You can share the picture via various methods, such as Messaging or
Bluetooth.
• Delete: Deletes the picture.
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While viewing a picture, tap to access the following options: SmartShare, Set image as,
Move, Copy, Copy to Clip Tray, Lock, Slideshow, Rotate, Crop, Add location, Rename, Print, and Details.
4. Tap to return to the Album.
Timeline View
The Gallery automatically sorts and displays a lot of photos in chronological order to see at a glance.
1. Tap > > Gallery .
2. Tap > Timeline.
3. Select from Year, Month and Day.
Memories View
The Gallery automatically organizes and displays the memories albums depending on the region and time information of saved photos.
1. Tap > > Gallery .
2. Tap > Memories.
3. Select memories albums.
Note: This feature is a location based service. Take photos and videos with their locations.
Assign Pictures
After taking a picture, assign it as a picture ID for a Contacts entry or as the Home screen background image (wallpaper).
1. Tap > > Gallery .
2. Tap an album and tap an image to view it.
3. With the picture displayed, tap > Set image as.
4. Select an option.
Home screen to assign the picture as a background image, crop the image and tap OK to
assign the picture.
Contact photo to assign the picture to a Contact entry as a picture ID. Tap an entry from
Contacts, crop the image and tap OK to assign the picture.
Lock screen wallpaper to assign the picture as a background image for your lock screen.
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Wallpaper to assign the picture as a background image, crop the image and tap SET
WALLPAPER to assign the picture.
Video Options
Access your stored videos in the Gallery app. You can view them, share them with your friends, and delete and edit them.
Play a Video
1. Tap > > Gallery to view your stored videos.
Scroll up or down to view more albums.
2. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.)
3. Tap a video in an album to play it.
Tap the screen to view the playback controls.
Tip: While playing a video, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the screen brightness and slide the right side of the screen up or down to adjust the sound.
Tip: While playing a video, tap the timeline point to preview that portion of the video via a small screen. Tap the small screen to jump to that part of the video or slide your finger from left to right (or vice versa) to fast-forward and rewind.
Available Options
1. Tap > > Gallery to view your stored videos.
2. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. (The pictures and videos in the album are displayed in chronological order.)
3. Tap a video to view it. While the video is playing, you can access the following options:
QSlide: Enables an overlay on your phone's display for easy multitasking.
SmartShare: Shares media files with the DLNA-compatible devices.
Menu: Tap to access Screen ratio, Subtitles, Share, Trim, Details, and Settings.
Screenshot: When Screenshot capturing is enabled, this captures a screenshot while
playing a video.
Note: To activate screenshots, tap > Settings > Screenshot > On.
Volume: Tap to adjust the playback volume.
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Lock/Unlock: Locks the touch keys to prevent unintentional touches.
Live Zoom
Live Zoom allows you to zoom in or zoom out on a portion of a video during playback, to make the desired section appear larger or smaller.
When viewing a video, use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out.
Note: Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm touch.
Dual Play
Dual Play (connected by cable or wirelessly two displays) can be run on a different screen.
1. Connect two devices using a wired (Slimport-HDMI) cable or wirelessly (Miracast). The connectable device can be a TV or a monitor supported by a HDMI cable or Miracast.
Note: The Gallery and Video apps are supported on Dual Play.
2. Tap once when two displays are a different status (i.e. the monitor is playing a video and your phone's video app is displaying an empty screen), then Dual Play will start.
Note: Not all videos are supported by Dual Play. Dual Play operates at 1280X720 or higher display resolution.
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Useful Apps and Features
The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more.
Navigation
Your phone offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are and get you where you’re going.
Enable Location Services on Your Phone
Before using any location-based services, you must enable your phone’s location feature. For information about setting your phone’s location options, see Location.
Google Maps
Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more.
View Maps of Specified Places
Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination.
1. Tap > > Maps to view videos stored in the storage.
Google Maps opens.
If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use.
2. Tap the search bar.
3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list or tap the Search icon in the keyboard.
A map of the specified location opens.
Scout
Scout™ by Telenav is a daily personal navigator that helps you get where you’re going. It lets you see and hear turn-by-turn directions and it can provide important, personalized information about traffic and alternate routes.
Install the Scout App on Your Phone
Before you use Scout on your phone, you may need to download and install the app from the Google Play store app.
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1. Tap > > Play Store .
2. Tap the Search bar and search for "scout".
3. Tap Scout GPS Navigation & Meet Up from the results list.
4. Tap INSTALL, and then tap ACCEPT.
The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.
5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN.
To open the app from the Home screen, tap > > Scout .
Use Scout as Your Personal Navigator
1. Tap > > Scout .
The Scout app will open.
If prompted, accept the terms of use before continuing.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to access, launch, and use.
Google Hangouts
Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use to communicate with other Hangout users, and also use video calling. Log in to a Google Account beforehand (see
The Google Hangouts application lets you have real-time text conversations with your friends.
Open the Hangouts Application
■ Tap > > Google > Hangouts .
Chat with Friends
1. Tap > > Google > Hangouts .
2. Tap to view your contacts list.
Tap the name of the person in your contacts list. If your friend is not yet on Hangouts, you
can invite your friend via SMS.
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Tap the text field to enter a name, email or number.
Google Account).
3. Enter your message.
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4. Tap .
Sprint Zone
Access your Sprint account, get device information and help, find recommended apps, and more.
1. Tap > > Sprint Zone .
2. Tap My Account to sign in to and manage your Sprint account or tap any other category to explore additional options, such as Billing Options, Add a Line, Manage Account, and more.
Note: Sprint Zone categories and options are subject to change. Check back frequently for new content and updates.
LG Health
The LG Health helps you manage your health and maintain good exercise habits by tracking logs and competing with people.
1. Tap > > LG Health .
2. Read and agree to the terms and conditions.
3. On the Profile and goal page, enter your profile information and tap SAVE.
4. Use the options below to begin tracking activity.
Note: This feature is provided for user convenience. Please use for reference only.
QSlide
The QSlide function enables an overlay on your phone's display for easy multi-tasking.
1. While using an app that supports QSlide, tap or tap > QSlide to access QSlide.
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Open the Notification panel and tap QSlide to view the available QSlide apps.
2. Use the slider to adjust the transparency of the overlay.
3. Tap to exit the QSlide function.
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Note: The QSlide function can support up to two windows at the same time.
QuickRemote
QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, cable box, audio systems, etc.
1. Tap > > QuickRemote > Add remote .
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Touch and slide the Status bar down and tap > ADD REMOTE.
Note: If QuickRemote is not shown in the Status bar, tap and select the QuickRemote option.
2. Select the type of device and its manufacturer, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device(s).
Tip: To quickly use the QuickRemote feature, touch and slide the Status bar downward and tap QuickRemote on the Quick Settings bar to activate it.
Tap to select Magic Remote setting (only for LG TVs), Edit remote name, Learn remote, Move remote, Delete remote, Settings, and Help.
Note: QuickRemote features an ordinary remote control and infrared (IR) signals to operate the same
way. Therefore, be careful not to cover the infrared sensor when you use the QuickRemote feature. This function may not be supported depending on the model, the manufacturer or service company.
Universal Remote
You can create your own personalized universal remote and choose where to place all of the buttons. You can also teach the phone's QuickRemote to learn commands from other remote controllers.
1. Tap > > QuickRemote .
2. Tap > Universal remote.
3. Enter the Remote name and tap OK.
4. Place the buttons you want on the remote at the desired location and tap NEXT.
Note: Swipe to the left and right to view additional buttons.
5. Tap the button to be learned.
6. Point original remote 1 inch away from the IR receiver (located on the top edge of the phone).
7. Press and hold the button on the original remote for 2 seconds.
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8. Tap SAVE to save the configurations.
Capture+
The Capture+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screenshots. You can use Capture+ to easily and efficiently create memos during a call with a saved picture or from most phone screens.
1. While viewing the screen you want to capture and create a memo on, slide the Status bar down
and tap .
2. Create a memo using the following options:
: Tap to save the current memo.
: Tap to undo the most recent action.
: Tap to redo the most recently undone action.
: Tap to add text to the memo.
: Tap to add freehand notations to the memo.
: Tap to use the eraser on the drawing you've added to the memo.
: Tap to crop the memo.
: Tap to select the desired options.
Note: Please use a fingertip while using the Capture+ feature. Do not use your fingernail.
3. Tap to save the current memo.
4. Tap QuickMemo+ or Gallery to select where to save the note.
Discard the current note:
■ Tap until you exit Capture+.
View the Saved Memo
Your note can be saved in the QuickMemo+ application or in the Gallery application.
To view the note saved in QuickMemo+:
■ Tap > > QuickMemo+ and select the memo.
To view the note saved in the Gallery:
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■ Tap > > Gallery and select the Capture+ album.
Dual Window
The Dual window feature splits the screen to enable multi-tasking, drag and drop interaction, auto-linking and recently used apps.
1. From any screen, tap > Dual window to split the screen.
Note: To enable this feature, tap > > Settings > General tab > Dual window.
2. A window will pop-up with the applications available for Dual Window functionality. Drag them to the desired location.
3. Tap to display the following options. You can also drag the tabs to change the size of the windows.
: Switch the two screens.
: Return to the apps list.
: Full screen view.
: Close the application currently selected (with the blue window frame).
Music
You can play audio files that are stored in your phone's storage. Copy audio files from your computer onto your phone before you open the Music application. The Music Player application supports audio files in numerous formats.
Google Play Music
Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play Store app, as well as songs you have loaded to Google's server from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download.
■ Tap > > Google > Play Music .
Note: Learn more about Google Play Music at music.google.com.
Music Player
You can play music and set as ringtone.
1. Tap > > Music .
2. You can select music tracks from the following tabs:
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Songs: To browse through your downloaded music library.
Albums: To display your music library sorted by album.
Artists: To display your music library sorted by artist.
Genres: To display your music library sorted by genre.
3. Tap to see the additional options.
Favorites: To display your music library sorted by favorites.
Playlists: To select a customized playlist you’ve created.
Folders: To browse for music files using folders.
Nearby devices: To browse music files on other DLNA-compatible media servers.
Cloud: To browse music files saved on the cloud.
4. Once you’ve displayed a list of songs, you can browse through your available titles.
To listen to a song or playlist, tap it to begin playing.
Play a Song
1. Tap > > Music > Songs tab.
2. Select the song you want to play.
Create a Playlist
1. Tap > > Music .
2. Tap > Playlists > .
3. Enter a name for your playlist and tap OK.
4. Select the songs you want to add to the playlist and tap ADD.
Assign a Song as a Ringtone
1. Tap > > Music > Songs tab.
2. Touch and hold a song you’d like to use as your new ringtone. A context menu is displayed.
3. Tap Set as ringtone and select Phone ringtone to set it as the default ringtone or Caller ringtones to set it as a ringtone for a specific contact.
4. Confirm the song has been successfully assigned by navigating to your phone's ringtone menu.
You can modify the ringtones with the following methods:
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Tap > > Settings > Sound tab > Ringtone.
Open the Contact entry and check the Ringtone field.
Back Up Your Downloaded Music Files
Sprint recommends that you back up your downloaded music files to your computer. Although the downloaded files can only be played on your phone and on your account, backing them up to your computer lets you access the files in case your phone is misplaced.
1. Connect your phone to your PC using a USB cable.
2. Open the Notification panel and tap USB connected.
3. Select Media device (MTP) and use your computer to navigate to phone's Music folder.
4. Select and copy the music files to a folder on your computer’s hard drive.
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Calendar
Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar.
In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google Account on your phone. See
Google Account.
■ Tap > > Calendar .
If you have created or subscribed to more than one calendar through Google CalendarTM on the
web, events from each calendar are displayed in a different color. (For information about which calendars are displayed on your phone, see
Note: To go to any day in any Calendar view, tap > Go to date.
Change Calendar View
You can view the calendar by Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda.
■ Tap > Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda. Each view displays the events in your calendar for the period of time that you specify.
Display and Synchronize Calendars.)
View Event Details
You can view more information about an event in a number of ways, depending on the current view.
■ In Agenda, Day, Week, or Month, tap an event to view its details and to use the options below.
Create an Event
You can use the Calendar tool on your phone to create events that appear on your phone and in your Google Calendar on the web.
1. Tap > > Calendar > .
You can also touch and hold a spot in Day, Week, or Month view to open the new event
screen with that day and time already entered.
2. Add details about the event.
Enter a name and other optional details about the event, just as you would on Google
Calendar (on the web). If you have more than one calendar, you can choose the calendar to
which to add the event. Tap to add more reminders. (See
Set an Event Reminder.)
3. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap SAVE.
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The event will be added to your Calendar. You can also access and configure the event from
Google Calendar on the web.
Edit or Delete an Event
Depending on Calendars you've configured, you may be able to edit or delete an event that you created on the phone or on the web. You can also edit or delete events created by others.
Edit an Event
1. Tap > > Calendar and then tap the event to open it. (See View Event Details.)
2. Tap . (For information on how to create or change event information, see
3. Make your changes to the event.
4. Tap SAVE.
Delete an Event
■ Tap an event to view the event details. Then, tap . Tap YES to confirm.
Set an Event Reminder
You can set one or more reminders for an event saved in your Calendar.
1. Tap > > Calendar and then tap the event to open it. (See
2. Tap Add reminder to add a reminder.
3. Tap the reminder time to display a pop-up menu and choose your desired setting.
At the designated time, you will receive a notification to remind you about the event. (See
Respond to an Event Reminder.) If you're using a calendar from your Google Account, you
can also use Google Calendar (on the web) to configure additional reminders.
View Event Details.)
Create an Event.)
Delete an Event Reminder
1. Tap > > Calendar and then open the specific event.
2. Tap to remove a reminder.
Respond to an Event Reminder
If you set a reminder for an event, the reminder notification appears in the Status bar when the reminder time arrives. (See
1. If you receive notifications in the Status bar, drag the Notification panel down to your notifications. Tap the event notification to open the list of Calendar notifications.
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Notification panel.)
2. Tap an event in the Calendar notification to view more information about that event.
3. Tap SNOOZE in the Calendar notification to receive the reminder again 5 minutes later.
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Tap DISMISS in the Calendar notification.
Display and Synchronize Calendars
Initially, all calendars that you create or subscribe to through Google Calendar on the web are also displayed in the Calendar application on your phone. You can select which calendars to show or hide on the phone, and which to keep synchronized.
Only the calendars that you've created or subscribed to on the web are shown in the Calendars list.
To select calendars to display:
1. Tap > > Calendar > > Calendars to display.
2. Use the check box to select or deselect the desired accounts to display those calendars.
Change Calendar Settings
You can change the settings for how the Calendar application displays events and how it notifies you of upcoming events.
● Tap > > Calendar > > Settings > Calendar settings.
Week starts on: Opens a dialog box to configure from when the week starts on.
Show week number: Displays the week number out of the year.
Hide declined events: When checkmarked, declined events are not displayed in your
calendar views. Tap to remove the checkmark and display all events in your calendar views.
Weather: Show weather info on the Calendar in Monthly view, for the current date and
following 4 days.
Show tasks: Show tasks in all event views.
Show events by: Select event display type Event brief or Timeline.
Show events by selected time zone: Lock event times and dates to default time zone.
Clear search history: Allows you to remove all the searches you have performed.
● Tap > > Calendar and then tap > Settings > Notification settings.
Default reminder time: Allows you to select the default time set for event reminders.
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Notifications: Checkmark to allow notifications of new events. When Notifications is set, you
can select the notification type, notification sound, vibrate or vibrate type, and whether to pop­up the notification or not.
Quick responses: Edit default responses when emailing guests.
Folders
Folders allow you to organize other Home screen shortcuts and icons, or folders that contain all your contacts, contacts with phone numbers, or starred contacts. Your folders' contents are kept up to date automatically. Organizing in folders can create space to add more shortcuts, widgets, or applications on the Home screen.
Add a Folder
1. On the Home screen, drag and drop an app icon over another app icon.
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On the Apps screen, tap > Edit/Uninstall apps. Then drag and drop an app icon over another app icon.
2. A folder will be created with both app icons in it.
Rename a Folder
1. Tap the folder icon to open it.
2. Tap the folder header .
3. Tap the text field to enter the new folder name and tap OK.
Note: You can also change the folder color.
Organize Items in a Folder
■ Just drag a shortcut or an icon to the desired location within a folder.
Clock
Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock.
Check the Time
You can check the time any time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the Status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is displayed.
Set Alarms
Set multiple alarms using your phone’s Clock app.
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1. Tap > > Clock .
2. Tap an existing alarm to change its time and other attributes or tap Add alarm to add a new one.
3. Set the time of the alarm. You can change the time by tapping the hour and minute and AM/PM field or tap the hour and minutes fields to enter the time with the keyboard.
4. Tap Repeat to select the days when you want the alarm to sound. (If you don't set a repeat, the alarm will only sound on the assigned day.)
5. Tap Snooze duration to open a dialog box to set the amount of time to wait before sounding the alarm again if it is not dismissed. You can set the alarm to ring repeatedly from 5 minutes up to 1 hour.
6. Tap Alarm with vibration to have the phone vibrate, in addition to playing the ringtone.
7. Tap Alarm sound to select a ringtone for the alarm. The ringtone plays briefly when you select it.
8. Slide the button on the Alarm volume slider to the right to increase the alarm volume and to the left to decrease it.
9. Tap Auto-start app to set the application you want to automatically open when you stop the alarm.
10. Tap Puzzle lock to checkmark the setting, which requires you to wake up enough to solve a simple puzzle to dismiss the alarm.
11. Tap Memo to enter a name for the alarm.
12. When you're finished, tap SAVE.
Additional Clock Features
Your phone’s clock app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and timer
functions. All features are available from the clock app display.
■ Tap > > Clock .
Timer
The timer provides a countdown timer.
1. Tap > > Clock > Timer tab.
2. Tap the Hour/Minute/Second sections to set the timer.
3. Tap > Settings to set the following options:
Alert with vibration: Set the phone vibrate along with the alert sound. (A checkmark
appears.)
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Alert sound: Select the alert sound.
Alert volume: Set the alert volume.
4. Tap to start.
Tap to reset the timer and start over.
Tap to resume the timer after it's stopped.
Tap to stop the timer.
World Clock
The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
1. Tap > > Clock > World clock tab.
2. Tap to add a city.
3. Enter the city name in the search field and tap on the keyboard.
– or –
Scroll through the cities list and tap the city.
4. You can add as many cities as you want. Repeat steps 2 and 3.
Stopwatch
The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second.
1. Tap > > Clock > Stopwatch tab.
2. Tap to start stopwatch time.
3. Tap to stop the stopwatch.
While measuring time, tap to view lap times.
Calculator
You can use the Calculator application to solve math problems.
1. Tap > > Calculator .
2. Enter numbers and arithmetic operators on the screen.
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Tap to delete the last number or operator you entered. Touch and hold to delete
numbers repeatedly.
Tap to clear the screen.
Tap to open an Options menu to access QSlide, view your Calculation history or
change panels between Scientific/Basic calculator.
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