LG P768n, LG-P768f, LG-P768n User Manual

User Guide

LG-P768n

MFL67710605 (1.0)

ENGLISH

www.lg.com

LG-P768n User Guide

This guide helps you to get started using your phone.

• Some of the contents of this manual may not apply to your phone, depending on the software and your service provider.

• This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard.

• Copyright ©2012 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

• Google™, Google Maps™, Gmail™, YouTube™, Google Talk™ and Play Store™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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Contents

Guidelines for safe and efﬁ cient use .........4

Getting to know your phone ....................11

Device components .................................18

QuickMemo ............................................20

Installing the SIM card and battery ...........21

Charging your phone ...............................22

Using the memory card ...........................22

Locking and unlocking the screen ............23

Secure your lock screen ..........................24

Your Home screen ...................................25

Touch screen tips ....................................25

Home .....................................................25

Customising the Home screen .................26

Returning to recently-used applications ....26

Notiﬁ cation drawer ..................................26

Viewing the status bar .............................27

Onscreen keyboard .................................28

Entering accented letters .........................28

Google account set up .............................29

Connecting to Networks and Devices ......30

Wi-Fi ......................................................30

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ..................30

Bluetooth ................................................30

Sharing your phone's data connection ......31

To rename or secure your portable

hotspot ...................................................32

Using the Wi-Fi Cast................................33

Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through

SmartShare ............................................33

Using SmartShare ...................................34

FileShare ................................................35

Calls .........................................................36

Making a call ..........................................36

Calling your contacts ...............................36

Answering and rejecting a call .................36

Adjusting call volume ..............................36

Making a second call ..............................36

Viewing your call logs ..............................37

Call settings ...........................................37

Contacts ...................................................39

Searching for a contact ...........................39

Adding a new contact..............................39

Favourite contacts ...................................39

Messaging ...............................................40

Sending a message ................................40

Threaded box ........................................40

Using Smilies ..........................................40

Changing your message settings .............40

E-mail ......................................................41

Managing an email account .....................41

Email account screen ..............................41

Working with account folders ...................42

Composing and sending email .................42

Camera ....................................................43

Getting to know the viewﬁ nder .................43

Taking a quick photo ..............................44

Once you've taken the photo ...................44

Using the advanced settings ....................45

Video camera ...........................................47

Getting to know the viewﬁ nder .................47

Shooting a quick video ............................48

After shooting a video .............................48

Using the advanced settings ....................48

Adjusting the volume when viewing

a video ...................................................49

Multimedia ...............................................50

QuickTranslator ....................................... 50

Video Player ...........................................50

Playing a video .......................................50

Gallery ...................................................51

Music Player ...........................................51

Transferring music ﬁ les using USB mass

storage devices ......................................51

Playing a song ........................................51

FM Radio ................................................52

Searching for stations .............................52

LG Tag+ .................................................53

LG SmartWorld .........................................54

How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your

Phone ....................................................54

How to use LG SmartWorld ......................54

Utilities .....................................................55

Setting your alarm...................................55

Using your calculator ...............................55

Adding an event to your calendar .............55

Polaris Ofﬁ ce ..........................................56

Backup ..................................................56

Back up your smart phone data ...............57

Scheduling automatic backups ................57

Restoring smart phone data .....................57

The web ...................................................59

Internet ..................................................59

Using the web toolbar .............................59

Using options ..........................................59

Settings ...................................................60

WIRELESS & NETWORKS.........................60

DEVICE ...................................................61

PERSONAL .............................................63

SYSTEM .................................................64

Phone software update ...........................64

DivX HD ..................................................66

LG On-Screen Phone ................................67

On-Screen Phone icons ...........................67

On-Screen Phone features ......................67

How to install On-Screen Phone

on your PC .............................................67

How to connect your mobile phone to your

PC .........................................................68

Accessories .............................................69

Troubleshooting .......................................70

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

Exposure to radio frequency energy

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information.

This mobile phone model LG-P768n has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

• The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands.

• While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG phone models, they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.

• The SAR limit recommended by the International Commission on NonIonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2 W/kg averaged over 10g of tissue.

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.381 W/kg (10g) and when worn on the body is 0.833 W/Kg (10g).

• This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 1.5 cm away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least

1.5 cm away from your body. In order to transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed.

Guidelines for safe and efﬁ cient use

Product care and maintenance

WARNING

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

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

• Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.

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

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

• 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 phone when it is on soft furnishings.

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

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

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

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

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

• 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 phone 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 phone during or immediately after operation.

Efficient phone operation

Electronics devices

All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance.

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket.

• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.

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

Road safety

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

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

• Give full attention to driving.

• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so 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 efﬁ cient 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 the handset on or off when 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.

NOTE: Excessive sound pressure

from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

Glass Parts

Some parts of your mobile device are made of glass. This glass could break if your mobile device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your mobile device until the glass is replaced by an

authorised service provider.

Blasting area

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

Potentially explosive atmospheres

• Do not use your phone 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 mobile phone or accessories.

In aircraft

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

• Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.

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

Children

Keep the phone 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 under all mobile networks. It is possible to originate emergency calls using the phone if there is a mobile network coverage present and emergency calls will not be possible if there is no mobile network coverage present.

Therefore, you should never depend solely on the phone for emergency calls.

Use your mobile phone to call emergency services for yourself or others in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies;

- Australia Dial (0-0-0)

- New Zealand Dial (1-1-1)

- International Dial (1-1-2)

- other local emergency number. Remember, it is a free call when dialling

emergency services from your mobile phone in New Zealand.

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.

• There is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.

Guidelines for safe and efﬁ cient use

• Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.

• If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.

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

• 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.

Driver Safety Tips

Your mobile telephone gives you the powerful ability to communicate almost anywhere, anytime. But an important responsibility accompanies the benefits of mobile phones, one that every user must uphold.

When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility. When using your mobile phone behind the wheel of a car, practice

good common sense and remember the following tips:

• Use a hands-free kit with the device to add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories available today.

• Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary, disconnect the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice and even heavy traffic can be hazardous.

• Do not take or write notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Typing up a “to do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of driving safely.

• Place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when you will not be driving.

• Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make people you are talking with aware you are driving and suspend conversations that have the potential to divert your attention from the road.

• Use your mobile phone to call emergency services for yourself or others in the case of fire, traffic accident or medical emergencies;

- Australia Dial (0-0-0)

- New Zealand Dial (1-1-1)

- International Dial (1-1-2)

- other local emergency number.

Remember, it is a free call when dialling emergency services from your mobile phone in New Zealand.

• Use your mobile phone to help others in emergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call the emergency number, as you would want others to do for you.

• If you see a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no one appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance, local traffic autority or police station.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-P768n product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/ EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://

www.lg.com/global/support/ cedoc/RetrieveProductCeDOC.jsp

Ambient temperatures

Max: +50°C (discharging),

+45°C (charging)

Min: -10°C

Notice: Open Source Software

To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http://opensource.lge.com/

All referred licence terms, disclaimers and notices are available for download with the source code.

Guidelines for safe and efﬁ cient use

Getting to know your phone

Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone for service or calling a service representative.

1. Phone memory

When there is less than 10% of space available in your phone memory, your phone cannot receive new messages. You need to check your phone memory and delete some data, such as applications or messages, to make more memory available.

To uninstall applications:

1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings >

Apps from the DEVICE category.

2 Once all applications appear, scroll to

and select the application you want to uninstall.

3 Touch Uninstall.

2. Optimising battery life

Extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that you don't need to having running constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.

Extending your phone's battery life:

• Turn off radio communications 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 have downloaded may reduce battery power.

To check the battery power level:

• Touch

> Apps tab > Settings >

About phone from the SYSTEM > Battery

The battery status (charging or discharging) and battery level (percentage charged) is displayed at the top of the screen.

Before you start using the phone, please read this!

To monitor and control how battery power is being used:

• Touch

> Apps tab > Settings > Power saver from the DEVICE > Battery use from the BATTERY INFORMATION

Battery usage time is displayed at the top of the screen. It tells you how long it has been since you last connected your phone to a power source or, if currently connected, how long the phone was last running on battery power. The screen shows the applications or services using battery power, listed in order from the greatest to smallest amount used.

3. Using folders

You can combine several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another on a home screen, and the two icons will be combined.

4. Before installing an open source application and OS

WARNING

● If you install and use an OS other

than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your phone to malfunction. In addition, your phone will no longer be covered by the warranty.

● To protect your phone and

personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store™. If there are improperly installed applications on your phone, it may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the phone.

Getting to know your phone

5. Using unlock pattern

Set unlock pattern to secure your phone. This opens a screen that guide you through how to draw a screen unlock pattern. You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure if you forgot pattern lock.

Caution: Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember Backup PIN you created while creating Pattern lock.

WARNING

Precautions to take when using pattern lock.

It is very important to remember the unlock pattern you set. You will not be able to access your phone if you use an incorrect pattern 5 times. You have 5 opportunities to enter your unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.

When you can’t recall your unlock Pattern, PIN, or Password:

<If you have forgotten pattern> If you logged in to your Google account

on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern button on the bottom of the screen. You are then required to log in with your Google Account or you have to enter Backup PIN which you entered while creating Pattern Lock.

If you have not created a Google account on the phone or you forgot Backup PIN, you have to perform a hard reset.

<If you have forgotten PIN or Password> If you forgot your PIN or Password, you

need to do hard reset.

Caution: If you perform a hard reset, all user applications and user data are deleted.

Note: If you have not logged in

Google Account and forgot Unlock Pattern, you need to enter Backup PIN.

6. Using the hard reset (Factory reset)

If your phone does not restore to the original condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset) to initialise it.

1 Turn the power off. 2 Press and hold the Power/Lock key

+ Volume Down key + Home key.

WARNING

If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a Hard Reset.

7. Opening and switching applications

Multitasking is easy with Android because you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There's no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to ensure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.

To return to view list recently used applications:

Simply press and hold the Home key. To stop applications:

1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings >

Apps > Running from the DEVICE

2 Scroll and touch the desired applica-

tion and touch Stop to stop it.

Getting to know your phone

8. Installing PC Software (LG PC Suite)

"LG PC Suite" PC Application is a program that helps you to connect your device to a PC via an USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use the functions of your device from your PC.

With your "LG PC Suite" PC Application, You Can...

• Manage and play your media contents

(music, movie, pictures) on your PC.

• Send multimedia contents to your

device.

• Synchronises data (schedules, contacts,

bookmarks) in your device and PC.

• Backup the applications in your device.

• Update the softwares in your device.

• Backup and restore the device.

• Play multimedia contents of your PC

from other device.

NOTE: You can use the Help menu

from the application to find out how to use your "LG PC Suite" PC application.

Installing "LG PC Suite" PC Application

"LG PC Suite" PC application can be downloaded from the webpage of LG.

1 Go to www.lg.com and select a coun-

try of your choice.

2 Go to Support > Mobile Phone Sup-

port > Select the Model (LG-P768n).

3 Click PC Sync from Download, and

click WINDOW PC Sync Download to download "LG PC Suite" PC software.

System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software

• OS: Windows XP 32 bit(Service pack 2), Windows Vista 32 bit/64 bit, Windows 7 32 bit/64 bit

• CPU: 1 GHz or higher processors

• Memory: 512 MB or higher RAMs

• Graphic card: 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit color or higher

• HDD: 100 MB or more free hard disk space (More free hard disk space may be needed depending on the volume of data stored.)

• Required software: LG integrated drivers, Windows Media Player 10 or later

NOTE: LG Integrated USB Driver

LG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device and PC and installed automatically when you install "LG PC Suite" PC software.

9. Synchronising your phone to a Computer

Data from your device and PC can be synchronised easily with "LG PC Suite" PC application for your convenience. Contacts, schedules, and bookmarks can be synchronised.

The procedure is as follows:

1 Connect your device to PC. (Use an

USB cable or Wi-Fi connection.)

2 After connection, run the program

and select the device section from the category on the left side of the screen.

3 Click [Personal information] to select. 4 Select the checkbox of contents to

synchronise and click the Sync button.

10. Synchronising your phone to a computer via USB

NOTE: To synchronise your phone

with your PC using the USB cable, you need to install LG PC Suite onto your PC. Please refer to previous pages to install LG PC Suite.

1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings >

Storage from the DEVICE to check

out the storage media. (If you want to transfer ﬁ les from or to a memory card, insert a memory card into the phone.)

2 Connect the phone to your PC using

the USB cable.

3 USB connection mode list will appear,

and select Media sync (MTP) option.

4 Open the removable memory folder on

your PC. You can view the mass storage content on your PC and transfer the ﬁ les.

5 Copy the ﬁ les from your PC to the

drive folder.

6 Select Charge only option to discon-

nect the phone.

Getting to know your phone

TIP! To use the microSD card on

your phone again, you need to open the notification drawer and touch

> Charge only.

To disconnect your phone from the computer:

Open the notification drawer and touch

> Charge only to disconnect your

phone from the computer safely.

11. Hold your phone upright

Hold your mobile phone vertically, as you would a regular phone. The LG-P768n has an internal antenna. Be careful not to scratch or damage the back of the phone, as this may affect performance.

While making/receiving calls or sending/ receiving data, avoid holding the lower part of the phone where the antenna is located. Doing so may affect call quality.

12. When the screen freezes

If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it:

Remove the battery, reinsert it, then turn the phone on.

Press and hold the Power/Lock key for 10 seconds to turn it off.

If it still does not work, please contact the service centre.

Device components

Earpiece

Proximity sensor Camera lens

Home key

Return to the home screen from any screen.

Back key

Return to the previous screen.

Power/Lock key

• Switch your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key.

• Short press to lock/unlock the screen.

Menu key

• Check what options are available.

• Go to Google Search™ by pressing and holding this key.

NOTE: Proximity sensor

When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls.

WARNING

Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions. Do not cover the LCD proximity sensor with protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction.

Getting to know your phone

Power/Lock key

Tip! Once press the volume up and down keys simultaneously, you

can use QuickMemo function.

Volume keys

• In the home screen: Control ringer volume.

• During a call: Control your earpiece volume.

• When playing a track: Control volume continuously.

Battery cover

Camera lens

SIM card slot

microSD Card slot

Speaker

Battery

Charger/USB port

Earphone Jack

Microphone

QuickMemo

Use QuickMemo to practically and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen.

1 Enter the Quick-

Memo screen by

pressing both the Volume Up and Volume Down Keys for one second on the screen you want to capture.

Or touch and slide the Status Bar downwards and touch .

2 Select the desired

menu option from

Pen type, Color, Eraser, and create

a memo.

3 Touch from

the Edit menu and select

to save the memo with the current screen.

NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not

use your fingernail.

Using the QuickMemo options

While using the QuickMemo function, you can easily use the QuickMenu options.

– Select if you want to use the background screen or not.

– Undo or Redo. – Select the pen type and the colour. – Erase the memo that you created. – Send or share the current QuickMemo to/with others. – Save the memo with the current screen.

Viewing the saved QuickMemo

Go to Gallery and select the QuickMemo album.

Getting to know your phone

Installing the SIM card and battery

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

1 To remove the battery cover, hold

the phone ﬁ rmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the battery cover with your thumbnail as shown in ﬁ gure.

2 Slide the SIM card into the SIM card

slot. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downwards.

3 Insert the battery into place by aligning

the gold contacts on the phone and the battery (1) and pressing it down until it clicks into place (2).

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