LG P880 User Manual

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User Guide

LG-P880

P/N : MFL67582702 (1.0) H www.lg.com

Wi-Fi (WLAN)

This equipment may be operated in all European
countries.

The WLAN can be operated in the EU without
restriction indoors, but cannot be operated outdoors
in France, Russia and Ukraine.

LG-P880 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,

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depending on the software and your service provider.
This handset is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment

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due to the touch screen keyboard.
Copyright ©2012 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the

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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

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Play Store™ are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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Contents

Guidelines for safe and effi cient use .........7

Getting to know your phone ....................20

Device components .................................34

QuickMemo ............................................37

Installing the SIM card and battery ........... 39

Charging your phone ...............................41

Using the memory card ...........................42

Locking and unlocking the screen ............45

Secure your lock screen ..........................46

Your Home screen ...................................48

Touch screen tips ....................................48

Home .....................................................49

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Customising the Home screen .................50

Returning to recently-used applications ....51

Notifi cation drawer ..................................51

Viewing the status bar .............................52

Onscreen keyboard .................................56

Entering accented letters .........................57

Google account set up .............................58

Connecting to Networks and Devices ......59

Wi-Fi ......................................................59

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ..................59

Bluetooth ................................................60

Sharing your phone's data connection ......62

To rename or secure your portable

hotspot ...................................................64

Using the Wi-Fi Cast................................66

Enabling Wi-Fi Direct to share through

SmartShare ............................................66

Using SmartShare ...................................68

Calls .........................................................72

Making a call ..........................................72

Calling your contacts ...............................72

Answering and rejecting a call .................72

Adjusting call volume ..............................73

Making a second call ..............................73

Viewing your call logs ..............................74

Call settings ...........................................74

Contacts ...................................................77

Searching for a contact ...........................77

Adding a new contact..............................77

Favourite contacts ...................................78

Moving contacts from your Old Device to

your New Device .....................................79

Messaging ...............................................80

Sending a message ................................80

Threaded box ........................................81

Using Smilies ..........................................82

Changing your message settings .............82

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E-mail ......................................................83

Managing an email account .....................83

Email account screen ..............................84

Working with account folders ................... 85

Composing and sending email .................85

Camera ....................................................87

Getting to know the viewfi nder .................87

Taking a quick photo ..............................88

Once you've taken the photo ...................88

Using the advanced settings ....................90

Video camera ...........................................93

Getting to know the viewfi nder .................93

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Shooting a quick video ............................94

After shooting a video .............................94

Using the advanced settings ....................95

Adjusting the volume when viewing a

video ......................................................96

Multimedia ...............................................97

Video Player ...........................................97

Playing a video .......................................97

Gallery ...................................................98

Music Player ...........................................99

Transferring music fi les using USB mass

storage devices ......................................99

Playing a song ........................................99

FM Radio ..............................................101

Searching for stations ...........................101

LG Tag+ ...............................................103

Media Home .........................................103

LG SmartWorld .......................................105

How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your

Phone ..................................................105

How to use LG SmartWorld .................... 106

Utilities ...................................................107

Setting your alarm.................................107

Using your calculator .............................107

Adding an event to your calendar ...........108

Polaris Offi ce ........................................109

Backup ................................................110

Back up your smart phone data .............111

Scheduling automatic backups ..............111

Restoring smart phone data ...................112

The web .................................................115

Internet ................................................115

Using the web toolbar ...........................115

Using options ........................................ 116

Settings .................................................117

WIRELESS & NETWORKS.......................117

DEVICE .................................................120

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Contents

PERSONAL ...........................................124

SYSTEM ...............................................126

Phone software update .........................128

DivX HD ................................................130

Accessories ...........................................132

Troubleshooting .....................................133

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

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-P880 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

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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

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the SAR levels of various LG phone
models, they are all designed to meet the
relevant guidelines for exposure to radio
waves.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

The SAR limit recommended by the

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International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2 W/kg
averaged over 10g of tissue.
The highest SAR value for this model

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phone tested by DASY4 for use at the ear
is 0.618 W/kg (10g) and when worn on
the body is 0.594 W/Kg (10g).
This device meets RF exposure guidelines

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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

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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.

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

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qualified service technician when repair
work is required.

Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion,

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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

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as TVs, radios and personal computers.
The unit should be kept away from heat

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sources such as radiators or cookers.
Do not drop.

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Do not subject this unit to mechanical

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vibration or shock.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

Switch off the phone in any area where

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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

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while it is being charged. It may cause an
electric shock and can seriously damage
your phone.
Do not charge a handset near flammable

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material as the handset can become hot
and create a fire hazard.

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Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the

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unit (do not use solvents such as benzene,
thinner or alcohol).
Do not charge the phone when it is on soft

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furnishings.
The phone should be charged in a well

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ventilated area.
Do not subject this unit to excessive

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smoke or dust.
Do not keep the phone next to credit

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cards or transport tickets; it can affect the
information on the magnetic strips.

Do not tap the screen with a sharp object

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as it may damage the phone.
Do not expose the phone to liquid or

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moisture.
Use accessories like earphones cautiously.

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Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
Do not use, touch or attempt to remove

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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

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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.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

Efficient phone operation

Electronics devices

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

Do not use your mobile phone near

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medical equipment without requesting
permission. Avoid placing the phone over
pacemakers, for example, in your breast
pocket.
Some hearing aids might be disturbed by

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mobile phones.
Minor interference may affect TVs, radios,

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PCs etc.

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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

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driving.
Give full attention to driving.

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Pull off the road and park before making

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or answering a call if driving conditions
so require.
RF energy may affect some electronic

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systems in your vehicle such as car
stereos and safety equipment.

When your vehicle is equipped with an

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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

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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.

Avoid damage to your hearing

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

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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.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

NOTE: Excessive sound pressure

from earphones 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.

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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.

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Do not use near fuel or chemicals.

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Do not transport or store flammable

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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

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boarding any aircraft.
Do not use it on the ground without

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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 on all
mobile networks. Therefore you should never
depend solely on your phone for emergency
calls. Check with your local service provider.

Battery information and care

You do not need to completely discharge

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the battery before recharging. Unlike other
battery systems, there is no memory
effect that could compromise the battery's
performance.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG

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chargers are designed to maximise the
battery life.
Do not disassemble or short-circuit the

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battery.
Keep the metal contacts of the battery

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clean.
Replace the battery when it no longer

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provides acceptable performance. The
battery pack may be recharged hundreds
of times before it needs replacing.

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Recharge the battery if it has not been

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used for a long time to maximise usability.
Do not expose the battery charger to direct

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sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as
in the bathroom.
Do not leave the battery in hot or cold

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places, as this may deteriorate battery
performance.
There is risk of explosion if the battery is

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replaced with an incorrect type.

Dispose of used batteries according to

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the manufacturer's instructions. Please
recycle when possible. Do not dispose as
household waste.
If you need to replace the battery, take it

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to the nearest authorised LG Electronics
service point or dealer for assistance.
Always unplug the charger from the wall

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socket after the phone is fully charged to
save unnecessary power consumption of
the charger.

Actual battery life will depend on network

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configuration, product settings, usage
patterns, battery and environmental
conditions.
Make sure that no sharp-edged items

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such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into
contact with the battery. This could cause
a fire.

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Guidelines for safe and effi cient use

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, LG Electronics declares
that this LG-P880 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

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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.

Disposal of your old appliance

1 When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is

attached to a product it means `the product is
covered by the European Directive 2002/96/
EC.

2 All electrical and electronic products should

be disposed of separately from the municipal
waste stream via designated collection
facilities appointed by the government or the
local authorities.

3 The correct disposal of your old appliance will

help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health.

4 For more detailed information about disposal

of your old appliance, please contact your
city office, waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators

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When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol

is attached to batteries/ accumulators of your
product it means they are covered by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC.

2 This symbol may be combined with chemical

symbols for mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead
(Pb) if the battery Contains more than 0.0005% of
mercury, 0.002% of cadmium or 0.004% of lead.

3 All batteries/accumulators should be disposed

separately from the municipal waste stream via
designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or the local authorities.

4 The correct disposal of your old batteries/

accumulators will help to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment,
animal and human health.

5 For more detailed information about disposal of

your old batteries/ accumulators, please contact
your city office, waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

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Getting to know your phone

Before you start using the phone, please read this!

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

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data, such as applications or messages, to
make more memory available.

To uninstall applications:

Touch

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> Apps tab > Settings >

Apps from the DEVICE category.

Once all applications appear, scroll to
and select the application you want to
uninstall.
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

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using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
or GPS, turn them off.
Reduce screen brightness and set a

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shorter screen timeout.

Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail,

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Calendar, Contacts and other applications.
Some applications you have downloaded

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may reduce battery power.

To check the battery power level:

Touch

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The battery status (charging or not charging)
and battery level (percentage charged) is
displayed at the top of the screen.

> Apps tab > Settings >

About phone from the SYSTEM > Status

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To monitor and control how battery
power is being used:

Touch

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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.

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> Apps tab > Settings >

Power saver from the DEVICE > Battery
use from the BATTERY INFORMATION

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.

WARNING

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.

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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.

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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, tab 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.

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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.

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Turn the power off.

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Press and hold the Power/Lock key +
Volume Down key.

3

Once LG Logo appears on the screen,
release all Keys.
After some seconds, allow you to select

4

factory reset function in the Android
system recovery utility.

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Scroll the list by Volume keys and select

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it by Power/Lock 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:

Touch

1

2

> Apps tab > Settings >

Apps > Running from the DEVICE

Scroll and touch the desired application
and touch Stop to stop it.

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Getting to know your phone

8. Installing PC Software
(LG PC Suite)

"LG PC Suite" PC Application is a program
that helps you connect your device to a PC
via a 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

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(music, movie, pictures) on your PC.
Send multimedia contents to your device.

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Synchronises data (schedules, contacts,

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bookmarks) in your device and PC.
Backup the applications in your device.

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Update the softwares in your device.

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Backup and restore the device.

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Play multimedia contents of your PC from

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other device.

NOTE: You can use the Help menu

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