LG Risio LG-H343 User Manual

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LG-H343

USER GUIDE

User Guide

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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.

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trademarks of Google, Inc.

• Your phone is designed to make it easy for you to access a wide variety of content. For your

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Table of contents

Important notice .......................................4

Getting to know your phone .....................7

Phone layout ............................................7

Installing the SIM or USIM card and

battery .....................................................9

Charging the battery ..............................11

Inserting a memory card ........................12

Removing the memory card ...................13

Locking and unlocking the device ..........13

Your Home screen ...................................15

Touch screen tips ..................................15

Home screen .........................................16

Customizing the Home screen ...............17

Returning to recently-used

applications ........................................... 18

Notiﬁ cations panel .................................18

On-screen keyboard ..............................21

Special Features .....................................23

Gesture shot ..........................................23

KnockON ...............................................24

Knock Code ...........................................25

QuickMemo+ .........................................26

Google account setup .............................27

Creating your Google account ................27

Signing into your Google account ...........27

Connecting to Networks and Devices ....29

Wi-Fi .....................................................29

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

Wi-Fi Direct ...........................................31

Transferring data between a PC and the

device....................................................32

Calls ........................................................33

Making a call .........................................33

Calling your contacts .............................33

Answering and rejecting a call ...............33

Making a second call .............................34

Viewing your call logs ............................34

Call settings ...........................................34

Contacts ..................................................35

Searching for a contact ..........................35

Adding a new contact ............................35

Favorites contacts..................................35

Creating a group ....................................36

Messaging ...............................................37

Sending a message ...............................37

Conversation view .................................38

Changing your messaging settings ........38

E-mail ......................................................39

Managing email accounts ......................39

Working with account folders .................39

Composing and sending email ...............40

Camera and Video ...................................41

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Camera options on the viewﬁ nder ..........41

Using the advanced settings ..................42

Taking a photo .......................................43

Once you have taken a photo .................43

Recording a video ..................................44

After recording a video...........................44

Gallery ................................................... 45

Multimedia ..............................................48

Music ....................................................48

Utilities ....................................................50

Clock .....................................................50

Calculator ..............................................51

Calendar ................................................52

Voice Recorder ......................................52

Voice Search..........................................52

Downloads ............................................53

LG SmartWorld ......................................53

Browsing the Web...................................55

Chrome .................................................55

Settings ...................................................56

Networks ...............................................56

Sound & notiﬁ cation ..............................58

Display ..................................................59

General ..................................................61

Phone software update ..........................67

About this user guide .............................69

Trademarks ...........................................69

Accessories .............................................70

FAQ ..........................................................71

For Your Safety........................................77

Important notice

Please read this before you start using your phone!

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

1. Phone memory

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

To uninstall applications:

1 Tap > > > General tab > Apps.

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

uninstall.

3 Tap Uninstall > OK.

2. Optimizing battery life

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 phone's 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.

Important notice

• Some applications you download may consume battery power.

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

3. 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, the phone may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the phone.

4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset)

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

1 Turn the power off. 2 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key on the back of the

phone.

3 Release the Power/Lock Key only when the boot logo is displayed, then

immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key again.

4 Release all keys when the Factory reset screen is displayed. 5 Press the Volume Keys to highlight Yes, then press the Power/Lock Key to

continue.

Important notice

6 Press the Volume Keys to highlight Yes once more, then press the Power/Lock

Key to confirm.

WARNING

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

5. Opening and switching applications

Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is 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 make sure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.

1 Tap . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap the application you want to access. This does not stop the previous app from

running in the background. Make sure to tap

to back out of an app after using it.

• To close an app from the recent apps list, swipe the app preview to the left or right.

To clear all apps, tap Clear all.

6. If the screen freezes

If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it, remove the battery and reinsert it. Then power the phone back on.

Getting to know your phone

Phone layout

Proximity Sensor

Earpiece

Headset Jack

Front Camera Lens

Microphone

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 display and touch screen functions. Do not cover the proximity sensor with screen protectors or any other type of protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction.

Getting to know your phone

Microphone

Volume Keys

Charger/USB Port

Power/Lock Key

Rear Camera Lens

Speaker

Flash

Power/Lock Key • Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key.

• Press once quickly to lock/unlock the screen.

Volume Keys While the screen is off:

• Press Volume Up Key twice to launch QuickMemo+.

• Press Volume Down Key twice to launch the camera.

While the screen is on:

• From the Home screen, press to change the ringer type.

• While listening to music or on a call, press to adjust the

volume.

Getting to know your phone

Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Before you can start exploring your new phone, you need to set it up.

1 To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand,

lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below.

2 Slide the SIM card into the lower slot for the SIM card as shown in the figure. Make

sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward.

Getting to know your phone

WARNING

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 Center to remove the memory card.

NOTE: Only microSIM cards work with this device.

3 Insert the battery.

4 To replace the cover onto the device, align the back cover over the battery

compartment

and press it down until it clicks into place .

Getting to know your phone

Charging the battery

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 phone to it using the USB cable.

WARNING

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

The Charger/USB Port is located at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet.

NOTE: Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging.

Getting to know your phone

Inserting a memory card

Your device supports up to a 32GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.

WARNING

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

NOTE: Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

1 Remove the back cover. 2 Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.

3 Replace the back cover.

Getting to know your phone

Removing the memory card

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

1 Tap > > > General tab > Storage > Unmount SD card. 2 Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card.

WARNING

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

Locking and unlocking the device

Pressing the Power/Lock Key turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power.

To unlock the device, press the Power/Lock Key and swipe the screen in any direction.

NOTE: Double-tapping on the screen also can wake up the screen instead of the Power/Lock Key.

Changing the screen lock method

You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others accessing your personal information.

1 Tap > > > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock. 2 Select a desired screen lock from None, Swipe, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN and

Password.

Getting to know your phone

NOTE: Create or sign in to a Google account before setting an screen lock and remember the backup PIN you created when creating your screen lock.

Caution! If you haven't created or signed in to a Google account on the phone and you forgot your PIN, Password, and the backup PIN, you need to perform a hard reset. Performing a hard reset deletes all user applications and user data. Please remember to back up any important data before performing a hard reset.

TIP! Smart Lock

You can use Smart Lock to make unlocking your phone easier. You can set it to keep your phone unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected to it, when it's in a familiar location like your home or work, or when it recognises your face.

Setting up Smart Lock

1 Tap > > .

2 Tap Display tab > Lock screen > Smart Lock. 3 Before you add any trusted devices, trusted places, or trusted face, you

need to set up a screen lock (pattern, PIN, or password).

Your Home screen

Touch screen tips

Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone.

• Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the

on-screen keyboard.

• Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not

lifting your finger until an action occurs.

• Drag – Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger,

move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.

• Swipe or slide – To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface

of the screen, without pausing when you first tap it (so you don't drag an item instead).

• Double-tap – Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map.

• Pinch-to-Zoom – Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading

motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, Maps, or when viewing pictures.

• Rotate the screen – From many applications and menus, the screen orientation

adjusts to the device's physical orientation.

NOTE:

• Do not press too hard; the tap screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light,

yet firm tap.

• Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap

any other buttons.

Your Home screen

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping

Status Bar

Application Icons

Widget

Location Indicator

Quick Button Area Home Touch Buttons

Shows the phone's status information, including the time, signal strength, battery

status and notification icons.

Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through the Apps

drawer or on the Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, a Widget can function as an

on-screen application.

Tap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it.

Indicates which Home screen canvas you are currently viewing.

Provides one-touch access to the function from any Home screen canvas.

Your Home screen

Back Button

Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard.

Home Button

Return to the Home screen from any screen. Touch and hold to access the Google Now shortcut.

Recent Apps

Button

Displays recently used applications. If you touch and hold this button, it opens a menu of available options.

Extended Home screen

The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons, widgets and more.

• Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen to access additional

canvases.

Customizing the Home screen

You can customize your Home screen by adding apps and widgets and changing wallpapers.

Adding items on your Home screen

1 Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen. 2 Tap the Widgets tab and select the item you want to add. You then see this added

item on the Home screen.

3 Drag it to the desired location and lift your finger.

TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add.

Removing an item from the Home screen

• While on the Home screen, touch and hold the icon you want to remove, then drag

it to

and release it.

Your Home screen

Adding an app to the Quick Button area

• From the Apps screen or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon

and drag it to the Quick Button area. Then release it in the desired location.

Removing an app from the Quick Button area

• Touch and hold the desired Quick Button, drag it to , and release it.

NOTE: The Apps Button cannot be removed.

Customizing app icons on the Home screen

1 Touch and hold an application icon until it unlocks from its current position, then

release it. The editing icon

appears in the upper-right corner of the application.

2 Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size. 3 Tap OK to save the change.

NOTE: You can also tap Add new to personalize icons with your pictures.

Returning to recently-used applications

1 Tap . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap an app preview to open the application.

- OR Tap

to return to your previous screen.

Notifications panel

Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call.

When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons, such as Wi-Fi and battery strength are shown on the right.

Your Home screen

NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Pending notifications

System notifications

Opening the Notifications panel

Swipe down from the Status bar to open the Notifications panel. To close the Notifications panel, swipe the screen upwards or tap

Quick Settings Area

Notifications

Clear

Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Touch and hold the desired button to directly access the settings menu for the function. To see more toggle keys, swipe left or right. Tap

to remove, add or rearrange quick setting buttons.

Your Home screen

Current notifications are listed, each with a brief description. Tap a notification to

view it.

Tap to clear all of the notifications.

Indicator icons on the Status Bar

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more.

The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.

Icon Description Icon Description

No SIM card inserted A song is currently playing

No network signal available Ringer is silenced

Airplane mode is on

Priority only is on

Connected to a Wi-Fi network Vibrate mode is on

Wired headset (with mic) connected

Battery fully charged

Call in progress Battery is charging

Missed call

The phone is connected to a PC via a USB cable

Bluetooth is on Downloading data

System warning Uploading data

Your Home screen

An alarm is set GPS is on

New voicemail available Data is synchronizing

New text or multimedia message

Choose input method

Media server content sharing is on

NOTE: The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service.

On-screen 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.

Using the keypad and entering text

Tap once to capitalize the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps.

Tap to enter text with your voice. Touch and hold to enter text by handwriting, access

the Clip Tray, and access the keyboard settings.

Tap to enter a space. Tap to create a new line. Tap to delete the previous character.

Your Home screen

Entering special characters

The on-screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters. For example, to input "á", touch and hold the "a" button until the zoom-in key expands

and displays special characters. Without lifting your finger, drag your finger to the desired special character. Once it's highlighted, lift your finger.

NOTE: A symbol at the top right corner of a key indicates that additional characters are available for that key.

Special Features

Gesture shot

The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera.

To take 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.

• 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.

Special Features

KnockON

The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off.

To turn the screen on

1 Double-tap the center of the Lock screen to turn the screen on. 2 Unlock the screen or access any of the available shortcuts or widgets.

To turn the screen off

1 Double-tap an empty area of the Home screen or the Status Bar. 2 The screen will turn off.

NOTE: Tap on the center area of the screen. If you tap on the bottom or the top area, the recognition rate may decrease.

Special Features

Knock Code

The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks on the screen. You can access the Home screen directly when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen.

NOTE:

• If you enter the wrong Knock Code 6 times, it will compulsorily take you to

your Google account log in/backup PIN.

• Use the fingertip instead of finger nail to tap the screen for turning it on or

off.

• When the Knock Code is not in use, you can use Knock On function by

taping the screen.

1 Tap > > > Display tab > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock

Code.

2 Tap the squares in a pattern to set your Knock Code. Your Knock Code pattern can

be 3 to 8 taps.

Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code

You can unlock the screen by tapping the Knock Code pattern you already set, when the screen turns off.

Special Features

QuickMemo+

The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. You can use QuickMemo+ to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a

saved picture or on the current phone screen.

1 Drag the Status bar down and tap .

2 Create a memo using the following options:

Tap to undo the most recent action.

Tap to redo the most recently deleted action.

Tap to insert text into your memo.

Tap to select the pen type and color.

Tap to use the eraser to erase the pen marks on the memo.

Tap to save the memo you've created.

Tap to hide or display the toolbar.

NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo+ feature. Do not use your fingernail.

3 Tap to save the current memo to the QuickMemo+ or Gallery.

Google account setup

The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one.

Creating your Google account

1 Tap > > > General tab > Accounts & sync. 2 Tap Add account > Google > Or create a new account. 3 Enter your first and last name, then tap Next. 4 Enter a username and tap Next. Your phone will communicate with Google servers

and check for username availability.

5 Enter your password and tap Next. 6 Follow the instructions and enter the required and optional information about the

account. Wait while the server creates your account.

Signing into your Google account

1 Tap > > > General tab > Accounts & sync. 2 Tap Add account > Google. 3 Enter your email address and tap Next. 4 Once you have set up your Google account, your phone will automatically

synchronize with your Google account on the web (if a data connection is available).

Google account setup

After signing in, your phone will sync with your Google services, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Google Calendar. You can also use Maps, download applications from Play Store, back up your settings to Google servers, and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.

IMPORTANT

• Some applications, such as Calendar, work only with the first Google Account

you add. 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 are synchronized with your phone. If you don't sign into a Google Account during setup, 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.

• 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.

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