LG M160 Users manual

Basic Functions

quick share

QuickMemo+

Do not disturb

Ringtone ID

Product components and accessories

Parts overview

Turning on or off the power

Installing the SIM card and battery

Charging the battery

Optimizing battery life

Inserting the memory card

Removing the memory card

Touch screen

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USER GUIDE

LG-M160

MFL00000000 (1.0)

www.lg.com

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About this user guide

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

•Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

•This device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touchscreen keyboard.

•Descriptions are based on the device default settings.

•Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any

questions about an app provided with the device, please contact a

LG Service Centre. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant service provider.

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

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

•Some content and illustrations may differ from your device, depending on the area, service provider, software version, or OS version, and are subject to change without prior notice.

•Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licenced for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully responsible for the illegal use of media.

•Additional charges may incur for data services, such as messaging, uploading, downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To void additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.

Instructional notices

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

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

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

About this user guide

Table of contents

5Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Custom-designed

Features

15quick share

16QuickMemo+

18Do not disturb

18Ringtone ID

Basic Functions

20Product components and accessories

21Parts overview

23Turning on or off the power

24Installing the SIM card and battery

26Charging the battery

27Optimizing battery life

28Inserting the memory card

29Removing the memory card

29 Touch screen

33 Home screen

40 Screen lock

43Device encryption

44Memory card encryption

45Taking screenshots

46Entering text

Useful Apps

53Installing and uninstalling apps

54Uninstalled apps

55Phone

58Messaging

59Camera

65 Gallery

67File Manager

67Weather

68Music

69Clock

70Calculator

70Tasks

71Voice Recorder

71FM Radio

71Downloads

72Cell Broadcast

72E-mail

73Contacts

75LG SmartWorld

76Calendar

77LG Backup

78RemoteCall Service

78 Google apps

Phone Settings

81 Settings

81 Networks

89Sound & notification

90Display

91General

Appendix

99LG Language Settings

99LG Bridge

100Phone software update

102 FAQ

105Anti-Theft Guide

106More information

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.

Should a fault occur, a software tool is built into your device that will gather a fault log. This tool gathers only data specific to the fault, such as signal strength, cell ID position in sudden call drop and applications loaded. The log is used only to

help determine the cause of the fault. These logs are encrypted and can only be accessed by an authorised LG Repair centre should you need to return your device

for repair.

Important information about the device

•Device apps and services are subject to change or cancellation without notice, depending on the provider’s situation and the software version.

•When the device is turned on for the first time, an initial configuration takes place. The first booting time may be longer than usual.

Read before use

•To purchase optional items, contact the LG Customer Information Centre for available dealers.

•The appearance and specifications of the device are subject to change without notice.

•Do not use LG products for other purposes than those originally intended. Using non-certified apps or software may damage the device and this is not covered by warranty.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Information about the RF exposure from FCC

In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety

standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both international and U.S. standards. The design of this device complies with FCC guidelines and these international standards.

Part 15.19 statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Part 15.21 Statement

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

Body-worn Operation

This device was tested for typical bodyworn operations with the back of the device kept 0.39 inches (1cm) between the user’s body and the back of the device. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.39 inches (1cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of

the device.

Any beltclips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components may not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.39 inches (1cm)

separation distance between the user’s body and the back of the device, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF

exposure limits and should be avoided.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Part 15.105 Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class

B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

Product care and maintenance

•Always use genuine LG batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular device model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the device and may be dangerous.

•Some contents and illustrations may differ from your device without prior notice.

•Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required.

•Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios and personal computers.

•The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers.

•Do not drop.

•Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.

•Switch off the device in any area where you are required to by special regulations. For example, do not use your device in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

•Do not handle the device with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your device.

•Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire hazard.

•Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol).

•Do not charge the device when it is on soft furnishings.

•The device should be charged in a well ventilated area.

•Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.

•Do not keep the device next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.

•Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the device.

•Do not expose the device to liquid or moisture.

•Use accessories like earphones cautiously. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.

•Do not use, touch or attempt to remove or fix broken, chipped or cracked glass. Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty.

•Your device is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your device during or immediately after operation.

•If your device gets wet, immediately unplug it to dry off completely. Do not attempt to accelerate the drying process with an external heating source, such as an oven, microwave or hair dryer.

•The liquid in your wet device, changes the colour of the product label inside your device. Damage to your device as a result of exposure to liquid is not covered under your warranty.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Efficient device operation

Electronics devices

All devices may receive interference, which could affect performance.

•Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that you leave at least 15 cm of space between other devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.

•This device may produce a bright or flashing light.

•Some hearing aids might be disturbed by devices.

•Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc.

•Use your device in temperatures between 0 ºC and 40 ºC, if possible. Exposing your device to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage, malfunction, or even explosion.

Road safety

Check the laws and regulations on the use of devices in the area when you drive.

•Do not use a hand-held device while driving.

•Give full attention to driving.

•Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.

•RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment.

•When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance.

•If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is of particular importance when near roads.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Avoid damage to your hearing

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.

•When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you, or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to.

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

Glass Parts

Some parts of your device are made of glass. This glass could break if your device is

dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your device until the glass is replaced

by an authorised service provider.

Blasting area

Do not use the device where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions and follow any regulations or rules.

Potentially explosive atmospheres

•Do not use your device at a refueling point.

•Do not use near fuel or chemicals.

•Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your device or accessories.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

In aircraft

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

•Turn your device off before boarding any aircraft.

•Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.

Children

Keep the device in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached.

Emergency calls

Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile networks. Therefore you should never depend solely on your device for emergency calls. Check with your local

service provider.

Battery information and care

•You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery’s performance.

•Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the battery life.

•Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.

•Keep the metal contacts of the battery clean.

•Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.

•Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability.

•Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom.

•Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, as this may deteriorate battery performance.

•Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

•If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised

LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

•Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the device is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.

•Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.

•Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. This could cause a fire.

Precautions when using SIM cards

•Do not insert the SIM card into the device with the label or seal attached. This may cause damage.

•Do not remove the SIM card while using the device. This may damage the SIM card or the system.

•Take extra care to ensure that the SIM card is not scratched, bent, or damaged by magnet. This may delete files saved on the SIM card or cause device malfunctions.

Precautions when using memory cards

•Make sure that the orientation is correct when inserting the memory card. Inserting using the wrong orientation may damage the card.

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Custom-designed

Features

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

1 Tap

, then take a photo or record a video.

2Drag the quick share icon that appears after taking a picture or recording a video, and select an app to share it.

Alternatively, tap and hold the Preview icon that appears after taking a picture or recording a video, and drag it to the quick share icon.

• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the type and frequency of access of the apps installed on the device.

QuickMemo+ overview

You can make creative notes by using a variety options on this advanced feature of notepad, such as image management and screenshots, which are not supported by the conventional notepad.

Creating a note

1 Tap QuickMemo+.

2Tap to create a note.

• : Undo the last action.

• : Redo the last action you undid.

•: Enter a note by using the keypad.

•: Write notes by hand.

• : Erase handwritten notes.

• : Zoom in or out, rotate or erase the parts of a handwritten note.

• : Access additional options, including sharing and locking notes, changing the note pad style and inserting content.

3 Tap Done to save the note.

Writing notes on a photo

1 Tap QuickMemo+ .

2Tap to take a photo, then tap OK.

•The photo is automatically attached into the notepad.

3 Freely write notes on the photo.

4 Tap Done to save the note.

Custom-designed Features

Writing notes on a screenshot

1While viewing the screen you want to capture, drag the status bar downwards and then tap Capture+.

•The screenshot appears as the notepad background theme. Memo tools appear at the top of the screen.

2Take notes on the captured screen.

•To crop and save a portion of the screen, tapand specify a portion with the crop tool.

•To attach a screenshot to the notepad, tap.

3Tap Done and save the notes to the location you want.

•Saved notes can be viewed in either QuickMemo+ or Gallery.

•To save notes in the same location all the time, select the Use as default app checkbox and select an app.

Managing folders

You can view notes grouped by the type of the notes.

1 Tap QuickMemo+.

2At the top of the screen, tap and select a menu item:

•All memos: View all notes saved in QuickMemo+.

•My memos: View notes created by QuickMemo+.

•Capture+: View notes created by Capture+.

•Photo memos: View notes created by .

•Trash: View deleted notes.

•New category: Add categories.

• : Rearrange, add or delete categories. To change the name of a category, tap the category.

• Some folders do not appear when launching QuickMemo+ for the first time. Disabled folders are enabled and appear when they contain at least one related note.

Custom-designed Features

You can limit or mute notifications to avoid disturbances for a specific period of time.

1Tap Settings Sound & notification Do not disturb and then drag to activate it.

2Tap Sounds and vibrations and select the mode you want:

•Priority only: Receive sound or vibrate notifications for the selected apps. Even when Priority only is turned on, alarms still sound.

•Total silence: Disable both the sound and vibration.

You can set the device so that it plays an automatically composed ringtone for each incoming call from the selected contacts. This function is useful because you can know who are calling you by only hearing the ringtone.

1Tap Settings Sound & notification Ringtone ID and then drag to activate it.

2 Tap Compose ringtones for and select the desired option.

• The default ringtone plays for incoming calls from contacts except for the selected contact.

Custom-designed Features

Make sure that none of the following items are missing:

•	Device	•	Charger
•	Battery	•	Quick Start Guide
•	USB cable

• The items described above may be optional.

•The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the area and service provider.

•Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories made by other manufacturers may affect your device's call performance or cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by LG's repair service.

• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from which you purchased your device.

•To purchase additional basic items, contact the LG Customer Service Centre.

•To purchase optional items, contact the LG Customer Service Centre for available dealers.

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

•The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to change without notice.

Basic Functions

Front Camera Lens

Volume Keys

Headset Jack

Rear Camera Lens

Speaker

Microphone

Earpiece

Proximity/Ambient Light

Sensor

Charger/USB Port

Flash

Power/Lock Key

Basic Functions

•Proximity/Ambient Light Sensor

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

-Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyses the ambient light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode is turned on.

•Volume Keys

-Adjust the Volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.

-Gently press a Volume key to take a photo. To take continuous shots of photos, press and hold the Volume key.

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

•Power/Lock Key

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

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

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

•Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it, as this may damage the screen.

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

•If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch sensor or buttons may not function properly.

Basic Functions

Turning on the power

When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock Key.

• When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be longer than usual.

Turning off the power

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.

Power control options

Tap and hold the Power/Lock Key, then select an option.

•Power off: Turn off the device.

•Power off and restart: Restart the device.

•Turn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related functions, including making phone calls, messaging and browsing the Internet. Other functions remain available.

Basic Functions

Insert the SIM card provided by the device service provider, and the included battery.

• Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a LG Service Centre to remove the memory card.

• Only the Nano SIM cards work with the device.

1To remove the back cover, hold the device firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure.

Basic Functions

2Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot as shown in the figure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward.

3 Insert the battery.

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4To replace the cover onto the device, align the back cover over the battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place.

Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger to

charge the battery. A computer can also be used to charge the battery by connecting the device to it using the USB cable.

•Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause battery charging delay. Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.

Basic Functions

Extend your battery’s power by turning off features that you do not need to run constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.

Extending your device battery life

•Turn off radio communications when you are not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® or GPS, turn them off.

•Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.

•Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.

•Some applications you download may consume battery power.

•While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level.

Basic Functions

The device supports up to a 32GB microSD. Some memory cards may not be compatible with your device, depending on the memory card manufacturer and type.

•Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. If you use an incompatible card, it may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

1 Remove the back cover.

2Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

3 Replace the back cover.

Basic Functions

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

1 Tap

Settings General Storage & USB

2Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card.

•Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. This may cause data to be lost or corrupted, or may damage the memory card or the device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the abuse or improper use of memory cards, including the loss of data.

Custom-designed Features

You can familiarise yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures.

Tapping

Lightly tap with your fingertip to select or run an app or option.


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