LG Electronics USA D956 Users Manual

QuickTranslator

Simply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign sentence you want to
understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere and anytime.
You can buy additional dictionaries for offline translation from the Google Play Store.

Home language.
Destination language.
Translation of word.
Translation of sentence.
Translation of block.
Settings.

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > QuickTranslator.
2 Ta p Word, Line or Block.
3 Tap and select the desired language.
4 Hold the phone toward the subject you want to translate for a few seconds.

NOTE: Only one dictionary is provided free of charge. Additional dictionaries
must be purchased. Please select from the list below the dictionary you would
like to install as your complimentary dictionary.

NOTE: There may be a difference in the rate of recognization depending
on the size, font, colour, brightness and angle of the letters that need to be
translated.

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Function

QSlide

From any screen, bring up a notepad, calendar, and more as a window inside your
screen.

Tap to exit the QSlide and return to
full window.
Tap to adjust transparency.

OR

1 Touch and slide the status bar downwards > tap QSlide apps or while using

applications that support QSlide, tap
as a small window on your screen.

2 You can make a call, browse the Web, or choose other phone options. You can also

use and tap the screen under the small windows when the transparency bar is not
full

NOTE: The QSlide can support up to two windows at the same time.

.

Tap to end the QSlide.
Tap to adjust the size.

. The function will be continuously displayed

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QTheater

QTheater allows you to see the slideshow for Photos, Videos, and YouTube.

1 From the lock screen, hold the phone horizontally.
2 Pull the screen with the thumb of both hands.
3 You can see the slideshow for desired functions.

NOTE: The screen lock mode should be set as Swipe before you use
QTheater function.

1 Tap > Apps tab > Settings > Display tab > Lock screen >

Select screen lock.

2 Select Swipe.

QuickRemote

QuickRemote turns your phone into a Universal Remote for your home TV, Set top box,
audio system, DVD/Blu-ray players, air conditioner and projector.

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Function

OR

1 Touch and slide the status bar

downwards and tap > ADD
REMOTE.

OR

> > Apps tab >

Tap

QuickRemote > tap .

2 Select the type and brand of device,

then follow the on-screen instructions
to confi gure the device(s).

3 Touch and slide the status bar

downwards and use QuickRemote
functions.

Tap the Menu key

to select Magic Remote setting, Edit remote name, Learn

remote, Move remote, Delete remote, Edit room, Settings and Help.

NOTE: The QuickRemote operates the same way as an ordinary remote
control infrared (IR) signals. Be careful not to cover the infrared sensor on the
back of the phone when you use the QuickRemote function. This function
may not be supported depending on the model, the manufacturer or service
company.

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Zoom to Track

When you play a video, you can enlarge an object while tracking it.

1 When you play a video, tap .
2 Touch the magnifying glass and drag it to the object to track.

NOTE:

• While a video is playing, slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust

the screen brightness.

• While playing a video, slide the screen left or right to rewind or fast-forward.

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

light, but firm tap.

• Zoom to Track may not be available if the object moves too fast or off from

the screen.

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Function

VuTalk

With the VuTalk feature, you can make an interactive and more creative notes with the
other party. Visual communication is possible while sharing a photo, a map or camera
preview.

NOTE:

• Only available with a phone that supports this feature as well.

• You can also use the VuTalk feature during a call.

• The screen will lock if there is no input.

• Requires data connection. Data charge will apply to both phones.

Register VuTalk Before Use

1 Ta p > Contacts > .

You can also register VuTalk service while you are in a call.

2 Read the LG apps terms and conditions and privacy policy. If you agree, tap the

check boxes, then tap Accept.

VuTalk Settings

1 Ta p > Contacts > > VuTalk settings .
2 Set the following options as your preferences.

• Notification sound: Select the desired notification sound.

• Vibrate: Select the desired vibrate type.

• Show request popup: Checkmark this option to display a pop-up when a VuTalk

request is received.

• Contact sync: Checkmark this option to sync contacts.

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Communicate Visually with VuTalk

1 Ta p > Contacts > .

Only the contacts who use the VuTalk feature will be displayed.

2 Tap a contact to start VuTalk with.
3 In the contact's details screen, tap . After the other party accepts your VuTalk

request, you can start VuTalk with him/her.

4 Use the VuTalk screen to chat and visually communicate with your friend.

• Tap to attach a photo, take a new photo, map view, or a sticker.

• Tap the Pen icon and Eraser icon to write on the images you attached.

5 When you fi nish VuTalk, tap or to exit the VuTalk feature.

The created VuTalk screen is stored in the Notebook app.

NOTE: If you tap and go back to the Home screen, the VuTalk feature
still runs in the background.

LG SmartWorld

LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content - games, applications,
wallpaper and ringtones - giving LG phone users the chance to enjoy richer "Mobile
Life" experiences.

How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Phone

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > tap the icon to access LG SmartWorld.
2 Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not signed up yet, tap

Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership.

3 Download the content you want.

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Function

NOTE: What if there is no icon?
1 Using a mobile Web browser, access LG SmartWorld (www.lgworld.com)

and select your country.

2 Download the LG SmartWorld App.
3 Run and install the downloaded file.
4 Access LG SmartWorld by tapping the icon.

How to use LG SmartWorld

• Participate in monthly LG SmartWorld promotions.

Search content.

Find content by category (e.g. Games, Education, Entertainment etc).

List of downloaded/to-be updated content.

• Try the easy "Menu" buttons to find what you’re looking for fast.

Apps for you – Recommended content based on your previous choices.
Settings – Set Profile and Display.
Sign in – Set your ID and Password.

• Try other useful functions as well. (Content Detail screen)

NOTE: LG SmartWorld may not be available from all carriers or in all
countries.

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On-Screen Phone

On-Screen Phone allows you to view your mobile phone screen from a PC via a USB
or Wi-Fi connection. You can also control your mobile phone from your PC, using the
mouse or keyboard.

On-Screen Phone icons

Connects your mobile phone to your PC, or disconnects it.

Changes the On-Screen Phone preferences.

Exits the On-Screen Phone programme.

Maximises the On-Screen Phone window.

Minimize the On-Screen Phone window.

On-Screen Phone features

• Real-time transfer and control: displays and controls your mobile phone screen when

connected to your PC.

• Mouse control: allows you to control your mobile phone by using the mouse to click

and drag on your PC screen.

• Text input with keyboard: allows you to compose a text message or note using your

computer keyboard.

• File transfer (mobile phone to PC): sends files from your mobile phone (e.g. photos,

videos, music and POLARIS Viewer 5 files) to your PC. Simply right-click on the file
which you want to send to PC and click on "Save to PC".

• File transfer (PC to mobile phone): sends files from your PC to your mobile phone.

Just select the files you wish to transfer and drag and drop them into the On-Screen
Phone window. The files sent are stored in internal SD card.

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Function

• Real-time event notifications: prompts a pop-up to inform you of any incoming calls or

text/multimedia messages.

How to install On-Screen Phone on your PC

1 Visit LG Home (www.lg.com) and select a country of your choice.
2 Go to Support > Mobile Phone Support > Select the Model (LG-D956) > Click

OSP ( On-Screen Phone ) to download. You can install the On-Screen Phone on

your PC.

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Multimedia

Gallery

Open the Gallery application to view albums of your pictures and videos.

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > Gallery.

You can manage and share all your image and video fi les with Gallery.

NOTE:

• Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on

the device.

• Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded.

Viewing pictures

Launching Gallery displays your available folders. When another application, such as
Email, saves a picture, the download folder is automatically created to contain the
picture. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder.
Select a folder to open it.
Pictures are displayed by creation date in a folder. Select a picture to view it full screen.
Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.

Zooming in and out

Use one of the following methods to zoom in on an image:

• Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.

• Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap

to return.

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Multimedia

Playing videos

Video files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The
Videos application will launch.

Editing photos

When viewing an photo, tap the Menu key > Edit.

Deleting photos/videos

Use one of the following methods:

• In a folder, tap and select photos/videos by ticking, and then tap on Delete.

• When viewing a photo/Video, tap .

Setting as wallpaper

When viewing a photo, tap the Menu key > Set image as to set the image as
wallpaper or assign to a contact.

NOTE:

• Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.

• If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you

open files.

• The resolution is automatically resized from Ultra-HD to Full-HD when the

handset is connected to TV via Slimport (or Miracast).

Videos

Your phone has a built-in video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. To
access the video player, tap

> > Apps tab > Videos.

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Playing a video

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > Videos.
2 Select the video you want to play.

Tap the desired direction for audio zoom.

Tap to use Zoom to Track feature.

Tap to enter into Qslide mode.

Tap to share your video via the SmartShare function.

Tap to lock a video screen.

Tap to view the video list.

Tap to capture the screen shot.

Tap to pause video playback.

Tap to resume video playback.

Tap to go 10 seconds forward.

Tap to go 10 seconds backward.

Tap to manage the video volume.

Tap to change the ratio of the video screen.

To change the volume while watching a video, press the up and down volume keys on
the rear side of the phone.
Touch and hold a video in the list. The Share, Delete and Details options will be
displayed.

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Multimedia

Music

Your phone has a built-in music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To
access the music player, tap

Add music files to your phone

Start by transferring music files to your phone:

• Transfer music using Media sync (MTP).

• Download from the wireless Web.

• Synchronize your phone to a computer.

• Receive files via Bluetooth.

Transfer music using Media sync (MTP)

1 Connect the phone to your PC using the USB cable.
2 Select the Media sync (MTP) option. Your phone will appear as another hard drive

on your computer. Click on the drive to view it. Copy the fi les from your PC to the
drive folder.

3 When you’re fi nished transferring fi les, swipe down on the Status Bar and tap USB

connected > Charge phone. You may now safely unplug your device.

Playing a song

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > Music.
2 Ta p Songs.
3 Select the song you want to play.

Tap to pause playback.

Tap to resume playback.

Tap to skip to the next track in the album, playlist, or shuffle. Touch and hold
to fast forward.

> > Apps tab > Music.

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Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album,
playlist, or shuffle. Touch and hold to rewind.
Tap to display the Volume slider bar, then adjust the playback volume on the
slider bar.

Tap to set audio effects.

Tap to find the files with YouTube.

Tap to open the current playlist.

Tap to add the song to your favourites.

Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random
order).
Tap to toggle through the repeat modes to repeat all songs, repeat current
song, or repeat off.

Tap to share your music via the SmartShare funtion.

To change the volume while listening to music, press the up and down volume keys on
the back side of the phone.
Touch and hold any song in the list. The Play, Add to playlist, Share, Set as ringtone,
Delete, Details and Search options will be displayed.

NOTE:

• Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.

• If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you

open files.

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Multimedia

NOTE: Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and

national copyright laws.
Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce
or copy music.
In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted
material. Before downloading or copying the file, check the national laws of
the relevant country concerning the use of such material.

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Utilities

Slide Aside (Quick task-switching with THREE fingers)

You can quickly switch to another task using three fingers.

1 Place three fi ngers on the screen which you are currently working on and slide the

screen to the left. The current screen is saved and you can do another task.

• You can save up 3 (three) apps in the left side of the screen.

2 To reopen the saved screen and continue to use the app, place three fi ngers on a

screen and slide it to the right.

NOTE: Please be careful not to place another fingers or palm on the screen.

Dual Window

The two split-screen can be viewed at the same time.

1 Touch and hold the Back button to split the screen.
2 Tap or drag app icon you want to use.

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Utilities

(Switch icon) : Switch two screens.
(Drag icon) : Drag to resize split screens.
(Menu icon) : Tap to view the app list, change to the full screen or close the

current app.

NOTE: The Dual Window should be set before you use the function.

1 Ta p > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Multitasking > Dual

Window.

2 Checkmark the Dual Window checkbox.

Guest Mode

To protect your privacy or limit some applications to your children, you can use the
Guest mode.
When you lend your phone to others, you can limit the applications to be displayed.
In advance, set the Guest mode and customize the options.

NOTE: To use the Guest mode, the pattern lock should be set in advance.

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > Settings > General tab > Guest mode.
2 Tap to make Guest mode on.

Setting your alarm

1 Ta p > > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > .
2 After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before the

alarm will go off.

3 Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app

starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. Tap Save.

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