LG E973 User manual

LG-E973 User Guide
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visual impairment due to the touch screen keyboard.
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Table of contents
For Your Safety ..........................................4
Safety Guidelines.......................................9
Important notice ......................................26
Getting to know your phone ....................32
Phone overview ......................................32
Installing the Micro-USIM card.................34
Charging the phone ................................35
Locking and unlocking the screen............35
Your Home screen ...................................36
Touch screen tips....................................36
Home.....................................................36
Customizing the Home screen .................36
Returning to recently-used applications....37
Notification drawer..................................37
Viewing the status bar.............................38
Onscreen keyboard.................................39
Entering accented letters.........................39
Google account set up.............................40
Connecting to Networks and Devices......41
Wi-Fi......................................................41
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ..................41
Calls.........................................................42
Making a call..........................................42
Calling your contacts...............................42
Answering and rejecting a call.................42
Adjusting the in-call volume.....................42
Making a second call ..............................42
Viewing your call logs..............................43
Call settings ...........................................43
Contacts...................................................44
Searching for a contact ...........................44
Adding a new contact..............................44
Favourite contacts...................................44
Moving contacts from your Old Device to
your New Device.....................................45
Messaging ...............................................46
Sending a message ................................46
Threaded box ........................................46
Changing your message settings .............46
E-mail ......................................................47
Managing an email account.....................47
Working with account folders...................47
Composing and sending email.................47
Camera ....................................................49
Getting to know the viewfinder.................49
Taking a quick photo ..............................50
Once you've taken the photo ...................50
Using the advanced settings....................51
Video camera...........................................52
Getting to know the viewfinder.................52
Recording a quick video ..........................53
Using the advanced settings....................53
Adjusting the volume when viewing a
video......................................................53

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Multimedia...............................................54
Gallery ...................................................54
After recording a video............................54
Videos....................................................54
Playing a video .......................................54
Video Wiz ...............................................55
Media Home...........................................56
Music Player...........................................56
Transferring music files using USB mass
storage devices ......................................56
Playing a song........................................57
LG Tag+.................................................57
QuickMemo function...............................58
Using the QuickMemo options .................58
Viewing the saved QuickMemo ...............59
Notebook................................................59
Making a note ........................................59
Getting to know the Notebook..................59
Utilities.....................................................61
Setting your alarm...................................61
Using your calculator...............................61
Adding an event to your calendar.............61
Voice recorder ........................................61
Recording a sound or voice .....................61
Sending the voice recording ....................62
Voice Control..........................................62
Task Manager.........................................62
Polaris Office..........................................62
FileShare................................................63
Backup ..................................................63
Back up your smart phone data ...............63
Scheduling automatic backups ................64
Restoring smart phone data.....................64
Using SmartShare...................................65
The web...................................................67
Internet ..................................................67
Using the web toolbar .............................67
Using options..........................................67
LG SmartWorld.........................................68
How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your
Phone ....................................................68
How to use LG SmartWorld......................68
Settings ...................................................69
WIRELESS & NETWORKS.........................69
DEVICE...................................................74
PERSONAL.............................................76
SYSTEM.................................................77
Phone software update............................79
Phone software update ...........................79
Specifications..........................................81
DivX HD..................................................81
Dolby Mobile ..........................................81
DTS .......................................................81
Accessories .............................................82
Troubleshooting.......................................83

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Important Information
This user guide contains important
information on the use and operation of
this phone. Please read all the information
carefully for optimal performance and
to prevent any damage to or misuse of
the phone. Any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this user
guide could void your warranty for this
equipment.
Before You Start
Safety Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
do not expose your phone to high humidity
areas, such as the bathroom, swimming
pool, etc.
Always store your phone away from
heat. Never store your phone in settings
that may expose it to temperatures less
than 32°F (0°C) or greater than 104°F
(40°C), such as outside during extreme
weather conditions or in your car on a hot
day. Exposure to excessive cold or heat
will result in malfunction, damage and/or
catastrophic failure.
Be careful when using your phone
near other electronic devices. RF
emissions from your mobile phone may
affect nearby in adequately shielded
electronic equipment. You should consult
with manufacturers of any personal
medical devices such as pacemakers
and hearing aides to determine if they
are susceptible to interference from your
mobile phone.
Turn off your phone in a medical facility or
at a gas station. Never place your phone
in a microwave oven as this will cause the
battery to explode.
Safety Information
Read these simple guidelines. Breaking
the rules may be dangerous or illegal.
Further detailed information is given in
this user guide.
Never use an unapproved battery since
this could damage the phone and/or
battery and could cause the battery to
explode.
Never place your phone in a microwave
oven as it will cause the battery to
explode.
Do not dispose of your battery by fire or
with hazardous or flammable materials.
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Make sure that no sharpedged items
come into contact with the battery.
There is a risk of this causing a fire.
Store the battery in a place out of reach
of children.
Be careful that children do not
swallow any parts such as rubber
plugs (earphone, connection parts
of the phone, etc.). This could cause
asphyxiation or suffocation.
Unplug the power cord and charger
during lightning storms to avoid electric
shock or fire.
When riding in a car, do not leave your
phone or set up the hands-free kit near
to the air bag. If wireless equipment is
improperly installed and the air bag is
activated, you may be seriously injured.
Do not use a hand-held phone while
driving.
Do not use the phone in areas where its
use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft).
Do not expose the battery charger or
adapter to direct sunlight or use it in
places with high humidity, such as a
bathroom.
Never store your phone in temperatures
less than -4°F (-20°C) or greater than
122°F (50°C).
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Do not use harsh chemicals (such as
alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or
detergents to clean your phone. There is
a risk of this causing a fire.
Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone
severely. Such actions may harm the
internal circuit boards of the phone.
Do not use your phone in high explosive
areas as the phone may generate
sparks.
Do not damage the power cord by
bending, twisting, pulling, or heating.
Do not use the plug if it is loose as it
may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not place any heavy items on the
power cord. Do not allow the power
cord to be crimped as it may cause fire
or electric shock.
Do not handle the phone with wet hands
while it is being charged. It may cause
an electric shock or seriously damage
your phone.
Do not disassemble the phone.
Do not place or answer calls while
charging the phone as it may short-
circuit the phone and/or cause electric
shock or fire.
Only use the batteries, antennas, and
chargers provided by LG. The warranty
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will not be applied to products provided
by other suppliers.
Only authorized personnel should
service the phone and its accessories.
Faulty installation or service may result
in accidents and consequently invalidate
the warranty.
Do not hold or let the antenna come in
contact with your body during a call.
An emergency call can be made only
within a service area. For an emergency
call, make sure that you are within
a service area and that the phone is
turned on.
Use accessories, such as earphones
and headsets, with caution. Ensure that
cables are tucked away safely and do
not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
Memory card information and
care
Always insert/ remove the memory card
while the handset power is off. If you
remove it while the power is on, it may
be damaged.
If a damage cannot be fixed, format the
memory card.
The memory card cannot be used for
recording copyright protected data.
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Do not write forcefully on the memo
area.
Carry and store the memory card in its
case.
Do not allow the memory card to get
wet.
Do not leave the memory card in
extremely hot location.
Do not disassemble or modify the
memory card.
FCC RF Exposure Information
WARNING
Read this information before operating the
phone.
In August 1996, the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
of the United States, with its action
in Report and Order FCC 96-326,
adopted an updated safety standard
for human exposure to radio frequency
(RF) electromagnetic energy emitted
by FCC regulated transmitters. Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety
standard previously set by both U.S. and
international standards bodies.
The design of this phone complies with
the FCC guidelines and these international
standards.
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CAUTION
Use only the supplied and approved
antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas
or modifications could impair call
quality, damage the phone, void your
warranty and/or result in violation of FCC
regulations. Do not use the phone with a
damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna
comes into contact with skin, a minor
burn may result. Contact your local dealer
for a replacement antenna.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-
worn operations with the back of the
phone kept 1 cm (0.39 inches) between
the user’s body and the back of the
phone. To comply with FCC RF exposure
requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 1 cm (0.39 inches) must be
maintained between the user's body and
the back of the phone.
Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and
similar accessories containing metallic
components may not be used.
Body-worn accessories that cannot
maintain 1 cm (0.39 inches) separation
distance between the user's body and
the back of the phone, and have not been
tested for typical bodyworn operations
may not comply with FCC RF exposure
limits and should be avoided.
Vehicle Mounted External
Antenna (optional, if available)
A minimum separation distance of 20cm
(8 inches) must be maintained between
the user/bystander and the vehicle
mounted external antenna to satisfy FCC
RF exposure requirements. For more
information about RF exposure, visit the
FCC website at www.fcc.gov
FCC Part 15 Class B
Compliance
This device complise with part 15 of
FCC rules and ICES-003 Class B digital
apparatus requirements for Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
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Cautions for Battery
Do not disassemble.
Do not short-circuit.
Do not expose to high temperature:
140°F (60°C).
Do not incinerate.
Battery Disposal
Please dispose of your battery properly
or bring to your local wireless carrier for
recycling.
Do not dispose in fire or with hazardous
or flammable materials.
Adapter (Charger) Cautions
Using the wrong battery charger could
damage your phone and void your
warranty.
The adapter or battery charger is
intended for indoor use only.
Do not expose the adapter or battery
charger to direct sunlight or use it in
places with high humidity, such as the
bathroom.
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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.
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 particularly imperative when
attempting to cross the street.
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TIA Safety Information
Provided herein is the complete TIA Safety
Information for Wireless Handheld phones.
Inclusion of the text covering Pacemakers,
Hearing Aids, and Other Medical Devices
is required in the owner’s manual for CTIA
Certification. Use of the remaining TIA
language is encouraged when appropriate.
Exposure to Radio Frequency
Signal
Your wireless handheld portable telephone
is a low power radio transmitter and
receiver. When it is ON, it receives and
also sends out radio frequency (RF)
signals. In August, 1996, the Federal
Communications Commissions (FCC)
adopted RF exposure guidelines with
safety levels for handheld wireless
phones.
Those guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by both
U.S. and international standards bodies:
ANSI C95.1 (1992) *
NCRP Report 86 (1986)
ICNIRP (1996)
Those standards were based on
comprehensive and periodic evaluations
of the relevant scientific literature. For
example, over 120 scientists, engineers,
and physicians from universities,
government health agencies, and industry
reviewed the available body of research to
develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).
* American National Standards Institute;
National Council on Radiation Protection
and Measurements; International
Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation
Protection
The design of your phone complies with
the FCC guidelines (and those standards).
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved
replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments
could damage the phone and may violate
FCC regulations.
Phone Operation
NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone
as you would any other telephone with
the antenna pointed up and over your
shoulder.
Tips on Efficient Operation
For your phone to operate most efficiently:
Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily
when the phone is in use. Contact with
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the antenna affects call quality and may
cause the phone to operate at a higher
power level than otherwise needed.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the
use of wireless phones in the areas where
you drive. Always obey them. Also, if using
your phone while driving, please:
Give full attention to driving - driving
safely is your first responsibility;
Use hands-free operation, if available;
Pull off the road and park before making
or answering a call if driving conditions
so require.
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is
shielded from RF signals.
However, certain electronic equipment
may not be shielded against the RF
signals from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers
Association recommends that a
minimum separation of six (6”) inches
be maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid
potential interference with the pacemaker.
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These recommendations are consistent
with the independent research by and
recommendations of Wireless Technology
Research. Persons with pacemakers:
Should ALWAYS keep the phone more
than six inches from their pacemaker
when the phone is turned ON;
Should not carry the phone in a breast
pocket.
Should use the ear opposite the
pacemaker to minimize the potential for
interference.
If you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place, turn your
phone OFF immediately.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may
interfere with some hearing aids. In the
event of such interference, you may want
to consult your service provider.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical
device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your
physician may be able to assist you in
obtaining this information.
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