LG LGL55C User manual

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USER GUIDE
USER GUIDE
P/NO : MFL67343401 (1.0) G
LG L55C
LG L55C
Printed in Korea
LG L55C

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Group and its related entities. All other trademarks
arethe property of their respective owners.

L55C User Guide - English
Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on
the software of the phone or your service provider.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents 2
Device Basics 4
Your Device Overview 4
Viewing the Display Screen 9
Turning Your Device On and Off 13
Battery and Charger 14
Device Function Keys 20
Touchscreen Navigation 28
Your Home Screen 30
Displaying Your Phone Number 45
Entering Text 45
Creating a Google Account 56
Phone 58
Making Calls 58
Call Log 68
Prepending a Number From
the Call Log 71
Saving a Phone Number 71
Finding a Phone Number 72
Device Settings 73
Wireless & networks settings 73
Roaming settings 76
Display Settings 84
Location & security settings 87
Accounts Settings 95
Removing an Account 97
Configuring Account Sync and
Display Options 98
Contacts 101
Creating a New Contacts Entry 101
Adding a Contact to Your
Favorites 102
Editing a Contacts Entry 103
Adding a Number to a Contacts
Entry 106
Editing a Contacts Entry’s
Numbers 107
Assigning Direct Dialing
Numbers 107
Assigning a Picture to an Entry 108
Selecting which Contacts are
Displayed 110
Communicating with Your
Contacts 110
Importing, Exporting, and
Sharing Contacts 113

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Accounts and Messaging 115
Text Messaging and MMS 124
Text Messaging and MMS 133
Synchronizing Accounts 153
Synchronizing Your Google
Account 154
Applications and
Entertainment 159
Android Market™159
Music 161
GPS Navigation 165
Google Maps™166
Navigation 169
Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks 171
Web and Data 171
DataServices 174
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 175
Voice Dialer 190
Opening Menus With Voice
Dialer 192
Text-to-Speech 193
Camera and Video 195
Taking Pictures195
Recording Videos 200
Tools and Calendar 204
Calendar 204
Folders 213
Clock 214
Alarms 216
Calculator 218
LG Mobile Phone Software
update via Over-the-Air (OTA) 219
Updating Your Profile 219
Updating Your PRL 220
Bluetooth 220
Turning Bluetooth On and Off 220
The Bluetooth Settings Menu 221
Pairing Bluetooth Devices 223
Sending Items via Bluetooth 226
Disconnecting Bluetooth
Connection During an Active Call227
Your Device's microSD Card and
Adapter 228
microSD Card Settings 231
Connecting Your Device to Your
Computer 232
Index 235

Your Device Overview
Front View
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Tip
Phone Software Upgrades –Updates to your device’s software may become available from time
to time. Press and tap > Settings > About phone > Software update.
Home Key
Menu Key
Earpiece
Touchscreen
Search Key
Back Key
ProximitySensors
Status Bar
Microphone
Browser Key
Appplications
Tab
Phone Key
Device Basics

1. Proximity Sensors sense proximity towards other objects (such as your head)
so that touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call.
2. Status Bar provides information about your device’s status and options, such
assignal strength, roaming, ringer setting, messaging, and battery charge. The
Status Bar displays icons indicating that you’ve received notifications (on the
left) and icons indicating the device's status (on the right), along with the
current time.
3. Phone Key displays the dialpad so you can dial a number. Also provides
additional tabs to access
Call log , Contacts ,and your Favorites .
4. Home Key returns to the Home screen. If you're already viewing one of
extension panes, it opens the central Home screen. Press and hold to display
recently used applications.
5. Menu Key allows you to access your device's main functions menu from the
Home screen:
Add , Wallpaper , Settings , Search , Manage apps and
Notifications .While in an application, press to open a list of options available.
Note
Please be careful not to cover the sensors with a protective film, pouch, or a protective
case not authorized by LG.
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Device Basics
Notification icons Status icons

6. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to
them.
7. Back Key returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up display items such
asmenus and dialog boxes.
8. Search Key displays the Quick Search box that can be used to search for a key
term both on the device and onlin. See Using the Search Key on page 25.
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For example, entering the word “Pa” will display any matching entries from
your device’s Contacts list, installed applications, or will suggest search terms.
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Press and hold to launch Voice Search where you can initiate a Google™
search by verbally entering search terms. The device recognizes your spoken
words and initiates a Web search.
9. Browser Key launches the Web Browser.
10. Applications Tab opens the Applications screen to view installed applications.
11. Touchscreen displays all the information needed to operate your device, such
asthe applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the
signal and battery strength.
12. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
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Device Basics

1. 3.5mm HeadsetJack allows you toplug in a headsetfor convenient, hands-
free conversations. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack
may damage the device.
2. CameraLens aspartof the built-in camera, lets you take pictures and videos.
3. CameraKey lets you activate the camera and camcorder. Once the Camera
function is open, you can access the Video recorder function as well.
4. Fingertip Cutout allows you to lift and remove the device's back cover.
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Device Basics
Rear View
Camera
Lens
Camera
Key
MicroSD™
Slot
3.5 mm
Headset Jack
Fingertip Cutout
Power/Lock
Key
Speaker
Volume
Keys
Charger/
Accessory Port

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Device Basics
5. Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the device charger or an
optional USB cable (included). CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the
incorrect port may damage the device.
6. Volume Keys allow you to adjust the ringer and media volumes, or to adjust
the in-call volume during a call. When you press and hold the Volume Key, the
phone switches to the Sound-off mode.
7. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. The speaker also lets you
hear the caller’svoice in speakerphone mode.
8. Power/Lock Key locks the screen. Press and hold to open the Phone options
menu(for the following options):
Silent mode , Airplane mode ,and Power off.
9. microSD Slot accommodates the pre-installed microSD™ card (expandable
up to 32GB).
Note
Insert a microSD card touse the camera and other multimedia features. Multimedia
contents will be saved in the microSD card. LG L55C has a microSD™card pre-installed.

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Viewing the Display Screen
The Status Bar appears at the top of the screen. It displays icons indicating that
you’ve received notifications (on the left) and icons indicating the device’s status
(on the right), along with the current time.
If you havemorenotifications than can fit in the Status Bar, a plus icon prompts
you to open the Status Bar to view them all. (See Using the Notifications Panel
on page 22.) The following list identifies the symbols you’ll see on your device's
displayscreen:
Device Basics
Notification icons Status icons
Signal Strength –Shows your current signal strength. (More bars = stronger signal.)
No Service –Your phone cannot find a usable signal.
3G Connected –Indicates that 3G data service is available.
3G In Use –Indicates that 3G data service is in use.
1x Data Connected –Indicates that 1x data service is available.
1x Data Service In Use –Indicates that 1x data service is in use.

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Bluetooth On –Indicates that Bluetooth is on.
Bluetooth Connected –Indicates that the phone is connected to a Bluetooth device.
GPS On –Indicates that GPS is on.
GPS Communicating –Indicates that the device is receiving location data from GPS.
Roaming –Your phone is roaming.
Airplane Mode –Indicates that the device is in Airplane Mode.
Speakerphone On –IndicatesthatSpeakerphone is on.
No microSD –Indicates that no microSD card is installed.
Vibrate Mode –Indicates that the ringer volume is set to vibrate and any sounds are silenced.
Ringer Silenced –Indicates that all sounds are turned off.
Muted –Indicates that phone microphone is muted.
Very Low Battery –Indicates that battery is very low.
Low Battery –Indicates that battery is low.

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Battery Drained (40%) –Indicates that battery is partially drained.
Battery Full –Shows your current battery charge level. (Icon shown is fully charged.)
Battery Charging –Indicates that battery is charging.
Unknown Battery –Indicates that an unknown battery is inserted.
Alarm Clock –Indicates that an alarm is set up.
NewGmail Message –IndicatesanewGmail message.
New Text or Multimedia Message –Indicates you have received a new text or multimedia message.
NewEmail –IndicatesanewEmail message.
Problem With Text Or Multimedia Message Delivery –Indicates a text or multimedia message is
undeliverable.
New Google Talk Message –Indicates you have received a new Google Talk message.
New Voicemail –Indicates you have received a new voicemail message.
Upcoming Event –Alerts you toan upcoming event.
Data Is Syncing –Application sync is active and synchronization is in progress for Gmail, Calendar,
and Contacts.
Problem With Sign-In Or Sync –There has been an issue with your connection to the Google
server, or you were not properly signed into your account. In order to use Google application or
sync features, you must setup and sign intoan active Google account.

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Device Basics
Full microSD Card –Indicates that microSD card is full.
An Open Wi-Fi Network Available –Indicates that an open Wi-Fi network is available.
USB Connected –The device has detected an active USB connection.
USB Debugging Connected –The device has detected an active USB connection and is in a USB
Debugging mode.
More Notifications Not Displayed –Indicates that there are more notifications which are not
displayed in the Status Bar.
Call In Progress –Indicates that a call is in progress.
Call In Progress Using Bluetooth Headset –Indicates that a call is in progress using the Bluetooth
headset.
Call Being Forwarded –Indicates that a call is being forwarded.
Call On Hold –Indicates that a call is on hold.
Missed Call –Indicates that you have missed calls.
Uploading Data –Indicates that your device is uploading data.
Downloading Data –Indicates that your device is downloading data.
Download Finished –Indicatesthat a download is complete.
Song Is Playing –Indicates that a song is playing.

Turning Your Device On and Off
Turn your device on and off and wake-up the screen by using the Power/Lock
Key.
Turning Your Device On
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Press and hold .
Turning Your Device Off
1. Press and hold for two seconds until you see the Phone Options
menu.
2. Press
Power off and then tap OK topower off the device.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is
charging).
Wake Up the Screen
If you don’t use the device for a while, the screen and backlight will shut off to
conservebattery power. To wake up the device's screen:
1. Press . Your lock screen will appear. See Your Device's Lock Feature
on page 89.
2. Touch and drag the green Unlock icon to the right. The last screen you
were working on opens. (This is the default lock screen.)
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Device Basics

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Device Basics
Battery and Charger
Warning! Use only LG-approved batteries and chargers with your device. The failure
to use a LG-approved battery and charger may increase the risk that your phone will
overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property.
Battery Capacity
Your device is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to
recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 5
hours of continuous digital talk time.
When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon blinks. When there
are approximately two minutes of talk time left, the device can sound an audible
alert and then turn off.
Tip
Watch your device's battery level indicator and charge the battery before it runs out of
power.
Note
Long backlight settings, searching for service, using vibrate mode, browser use, and other
variables may reduce the battery’s talk and standby times.

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Device Basics
Installing the Battery
1. Install the battery.
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Remove the battery from its packaging.
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Insert the battery into the battery compartment in the back of the device,
making sure the connectors align (see step in the following illustration).
Gently press down to secure the battery (see step in the following
illustration).
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Position the back cover over the battery compartment and press down until
you hear a click (see step in the following illustration).
2. Press and hold located on the top left of the phone to turn the
device on.

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Removing the Battery
1. Make sure the power is turned off so that you don’t lose any unsaved items.
2. Lift the back cover using the fingertip cutout located on bottom of the cover
and remove it.
3. Lift the battery using the fingertip cutout and remove it from the device.
Warning! Do not handle a damaged or leaking Li-Ion battery as you can be burned.
Charging the Battery
Keeping track of your battery’s charge is important. If your battery level becomes
too low, your device automatically turns off, and you will lose any information
you were just working on.
Always use a LG-approved desktop charger, travel charger, or vehicle power
adapter tocharge your battery.

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Device Basics
1. Connect the wall adapter and USB cable as shown; the LG logo on the USB
cable should face toward you.
2. Plug one end of the USB cable into the device's Charger/Accessory Port and
the other end into an electrical outlet. The charge time varies depending upon
the battery level.
With the LG-approved Li-Ion battery, you can recharge the battery before it
becomescompletely discharged.
Battery Temperature Protection
Though extremely rare, if the battery becomes overheated, the phone will
automaticallyturn off.
Charging with USB
You can use your computer to charge your device. To be able to charge with the
USB cable, you need to install the necessary USB drivers on your computer first.
Connect one end of the USB cable to the Charger/Accessory Port on your
device and connect the other end to a USB port on your computer. It is best to

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Device Basics
use the rear USB port when connecting to a desktop computer. The USB hub
should be powered by an external power source.
Extending Your Battery Life
You can extend your battery's life between charges by turning off features that
run in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system
resources consume battery power.
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Reduce your Backlight On time.
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Turn Bluetooth off when not in use.
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Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use.
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Deactivate the GPS when not needed. Most applications using this function
will periodically query the GPS satellites for your current location; each query
drains your battery.
Note
Low-power USB ports are not supported, such as the USB port on your keyboard or bus-
powered USB hub.
LG USB Driver is downloadable from the following site: http://www.lg.com/us/mobile-
phones/index.jsp > Click Mobile Support >Select the Carrier(TracFone) > Select the
Model L55C > Click USB Cable Driver to download.
Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the phone is fully charged to save
unnecessary power consumption of the charger.