LG LS970 Sprint User manual

LS970
User Guide
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Important Messages
Important Messages
IMPORTANT: If the account type you want to set up is not in the device database, you will be
asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email
account such as incoming and outgoing server settings before you proceed.
WARNING: Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers with
your device. The failure to use a Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved
battery and charger may increase the risk that your device will overheat, catch
fire or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury, death or property damage.
Notice: NFC antenna for this model is on the battery cover and this battery cover is the
only one that is offered with the model.

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Table of Contents
Get Started ................................................................................................................................ 1
Your Phone at a Glance...................................................................................................... 1
Activate Your Device........................................................................................................... 1
Complete the Setup Application.......................................................................................... 2
Make Your First Call ........................................................................................................... 3
Set Up Your Voicemail........................................................................................................ 3
Sprint Account Information and Help................................................................................... 4
Sprint Account Passwords........................................................................................... 4
Manage Your Account................................................................................................. 4
Sprint Support Services............................................................................................... 5
Device Basics ............................................................................................................................ 7
Your Device Overview ........................................................................................................ 8
Status Bar..........................................................................................................................10
Turn Your Device On and Off.............................................................................................13
Lock and Unlock Your Device.....................................................................................14
Battery and Charger...........................................................................................................14
Extend Your Battery Life.............................................................................................15
Device Function Keys........................................................................................................16
Menu Key...................................................................................................................16
Work with Menus........................................................................................................17
Notifications Panel......................................................................................................18
Home Key...................................................................................................................20
Back Key....................................................................................................................20
Touchscreen Navigation....................................................................................................20
Your Home Screen............................................................................................................21
Home Screen..............................................................................................................21
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................22
Use the Applications Key............................................................................................23
Applications: How to View, Open and Switch..............................................................23
Applications................................................................................................................25

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Customize Your Home Screen....................................................................................28
Access Recently-Used Applications............................................................................31
Change the Screen Orientation...................................................................................32
Enter Text With the On-screen Keyboard...........................................................................32
Search Your Device and the Web......................................................................................35
Device and Web Search Using Text Entry..................................................................35
Device and Web Search Using Voice Command........................................................36
Phone.......................................................................................................................................38
Make Phone Calls..............................................................................................................38
Call Using the Phone Dialer........................................................................................39
Dialing Options...........................................................................................................39
Missed Call Notification ..............................................................................................40
Call Emergency Numbers...........................................................................................40
In-Call Options............................................................................................................41
Dial and Save Phone Numbers With Pauses..............................................................41
Dial From the Contacts List.........................................................................................42
Use Direct Dialing.......................................................................................................42
Plus (+) Code Dialing..................................................................................................43
Receive Phone Calls..........................................................................................................43
Visual Voicemail ................................................................................................................44
Set Up Visual Voicemail..............................................................................................44
Review Visual Voicemail.............................................................................................45
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages .......................................................................46
Configure Visual Voicemail Options............................................................................46
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings...........................................................................47
Automatically Enable the Speakerphone ....................................................................48
Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu..................................................48
Edit the From Name via the Voicemail Menu..............................................................48
Voicemail(Traditional)........................................................................................................48
Set Up Voicemail........................................................................................................49
Voicemail Notification .................................................................................................49
Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages ............................................................................50
Phone Call Options............................................................................................................50

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Caller ID .....................................................................................................................51
Call Waiting ................................................................................................................51
3-way Calling..............................................................................................................51
Call Forwarding ..........................................................................................................52
In-call Options.............................................................................................................52
Set Up Speed Dialing.........................................................................................................54
Call Logs............................................................................................................................54
Save a Phone Number.......................................................................................................57
Find a Phone Number........................................................................................................57
Voice Command................................................................................................................57
Voice Search .....................................................................................................................59
Text-to-Speech..................................................................................................................59
Device Settings.........................................................................................................................61
Networks............................................................................................................................61
Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................61
Wi-Fi Settings.............................................................................................................62
Data networks.............................................................................................................62
Bluetooth Settings.......................................................................................................62
Connectivity................................................................................................................63
PC connection............................................................................................................65
Call Settings ...............................................................................................................66
Roaming Settings .......................................................................................................68
Sound Settings ..................................................................................................................71
General Sound Settings..............................................................................................71
Incoming Calls............................................................................................................72
Notifications................................................................................................................73
Sound Feedback Settings...........................................................................................74
Display Settings.................................................................................................................74
Brightness ..................................................................................................................74
General Settings................................................................................................................75
Location & Security Settings.......................................................................................75
Wireless Networks......................................................................................................76
GPS Satellites ............................................................................................................76

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Set Up Screen Lock....................................................................................................76
Credential Storage Settings........................................................................................78
Applications Settings ..................................................................................................80
Accounts & Sync Settings...........................................................................................80
Privacy Settings..........................................................................................................83
Storage Settings.........................................................................................................84
Language & Keyboard Settings ..................................................................................84
Date & Time Settings..................................................................................................84
Display Your Phone Number ......................................................................................84
Transfer User Contents From an Android Device to LS970 ........................................84
Contacts....................................................................................................................................88
Get Started With Contacts .................................................................................................88
Add a Contact....................................................................................................................89
Add a Contact to Your Favorites........................................................................................90
Edit a Contacts Entry.........................................................................................................90
Communicate with Your Contacts......................................................................................94
Import, Export, and Share Contacts...................................................................................95
Import contacts from your microSD card.....................................................................95
Export contacts to your microSD card.........................................................................96
Share a contact ..........................................................................................................96
Accounts and Messaging..........................................................................................................97
Gmail.................................................................................................................................97
Create a Google Account............................................................................................97
Sign into Your Google Account...................................................................................98
Access Gmail..............................................................................................................98
Send a Gmail Message ............................................................................................101
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages.........................................................................102
Email ...............................................................................................................................108
Set Up other Email accounts via the Device .............................................................109
Corporate Email (Outlook)........................................................................................109
Configure and Sync Corporate Email Settings..........................................................111
Text and Multimedia Messaging.......................................................................................113
Compose Text Messages.........................................................................................114

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Read and Reply to Text Messages...........................................................................114
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).........................................................................115
Text and Multimedia Message Options.....................................................................117
Synchronize Accounts .....................................................................................................119
Synchronize Your Google Account...........................................................................119
Synchronize Your Corporate Account.......................................................................120
Applications and Entertainment...............................................................................................122
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My Wallet.........................................................................................................................123
Sprint ID...........................................................................................................................124
Sprint Applications...........................................................................................................126
Sprint Zone...............................................................................................................127
NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile .....................................................................................127
Sprint NBA Mobile ....................................................................................................128
Sprint TV & Movies..........................................................................................................129
Music...............................................................................................................................130
Back Up Your Downloaded Music Files....................................................................131
Sprint Music Plus......................................................................................................131
 ......................................................................................................................132
GPS Navigation...............................................................................................................132
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Navigation ................................................................................................................138
LG Tag+ ..........................................................................................................................139
Web and Data.........................................................................................................................140
Connect Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................140
Wi-Fi Protected Setup...............................................................................................142
Wi-Fi Direct...............................................................................................................142
Data Services ..................................................................................................................142
Your User Name.......................................................................................................143
Launch a Web Connection........................................................................................143
Data Connection Status and Indicators.....................................................................143
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)........................................................................................144

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Prepare Your Device for VPN Connection ................................................................144
Set Up Secure Credential Storage............................................................................144
Add a VPN Connection.............................................................................................145
Connect to or Disconnect From a VPN.....................................................................145
Browser ...........................................................................................................................145
Learn to Navigate the Browser .................................................................................146
Go to a Specific Website...........................................................................................147
Browser Menu ..........................................................................................................147
Adjust Browser Page Content Settings.....................................................................148
Adjust Browser Privacy Settings...............................................................................149
Adjust Browser Security Settings..............................................................................150
Create Website Settings...........................................................................................151
Create Bookmarks....................................................................................................151
Tethering and Portable Hotspot .......................................................................................153
Camera and Video..................................................................................................................155
Take Pictures...................................................................................................................155
Camera Settings.......................................................................................................156
View Your Pictures ...................................................................................................157
Gallery Options.........................................................................................................157
Assign Pictures.........................................................................................................158
Record Videos.................................................................................................................159
Video Settings ..........................................................................................................159
Video Gallery Options...............................................................................................160
Video Wiz ........................................................................................................................161
Tools and Calendar.................................................................................................................162
QuickMemoTM ..................................................................................................................162
Notebook.........................................................................................................................164
FileShare.........................................................................................................................166
SmartShare .....................................................................................................................166
Calendar..........................................................................................................................168
View Event Details....................................................................................................170
Create an Event........................................................................................................171
Edit or Delete an Event.............................................................................................172

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Set an Event Reminder.............................................................................................172
Respond to an Event Reminder................................................................................173
Display and Synchronize Calendars.........................................................................173
Change Calendar Settings........................................................................................174
Folders.............................................................................................................................174
Alarm/Clock .....................................................................................................................175
Calculator ........................................................................................................................177
Bluetooth .........................................................................................................................177
Turn Bluetooth On and Off........................................................................................178
Bluetooth Settings Menu...........................................................................................178
Pairing Bluetooth Devices.........................................................................................179
Send Items via Bluetooth..........................................................................................180
Disconnect Bluetooth Connection During an Active Call...........................................181
Update Your Device.........................................................................................................181
Update Your Android Operating System...................................................................181
Update Your Profile ..................................................................................................182
Update Your PRL .....................................................................................................182
Safety .....................................................................................................................................183
Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions ..............................................184
Consumer Information on SAR ........................................................................................187
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices.........................188
Caution: Avoid potential hearing loss...............................................................................190
TIA Safety Information.....................................................................................................190
Safety Information............................................................................................................194
FDA Consumer Update....................................................................................................199
Driving .............................................................................................................................204
10 Driver Safety Tips .......................................................................................................204
Limited Warranty Statement.............................................................................................206
Index.......................................................................................................................................209

Get Started 1
Get Started
This section gives you all the information you need to set up your device and Sprint service for
the first time.
Your Phone at a Glance
Set Up Your Phone
Activate Your Phone
Complete the Setup Application
Set Up Voicemail
Sprint Account Information and Help
Your Phone at a Glance
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Activate Your Device
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your device, it may be ready to
use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.
If you purchased your device at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to
use.

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If you received your device in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new
line of service, it is designed to activate automatically. To confirm your activation, make
a phone call.
If you received your device in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an
existing number on your account (you're swapping phones), you can activate on your
computer online or directly on your phone.
Activate on your computer:
Go to sprint.com/activate and follow the instructions.
Activate on your device:
Note: For security reasons, you will need your Sprint phone number and PIN to use this
activation method.
1. Turn on your new phone. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your device will
automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.
2. Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.
Note: If you don't override Hands-Free Activation, your device will attempt to auto activate five
times. Wait for Retry to appear on your screen. Tap Retry and then tap Activate.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the activation process.
4. After you have completed the wizard, make a phone call to confirm your activation.
If your phone is still not activated or you do not have access to the Internet, contact Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for assistance.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Button while the phone is being activated. Pressing
Power/Lock Button cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having difficulty with activation, contact Sprint Customer Service by dialing 1-
888-211-4727 from any other phone.
Complete the Setup Application
Once your device has been turned on and activated, you will see a Welcome message. You can
then complete the setup application.
1. Touch the Android icon to get started.
2. Set up your Google account. Tap Create or Sign in.
3. Follow the instructions to complete the steps to create or sign in to your Google account.

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4. Select the backup and restore options.
Checkmark to select your backup and restore options and tap Next.
5. The device will set up your services and you will be directed to the Home screen after
completion.
Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google account to use your device. However, to
download applications from Google Play, you must link your device to a Google account.
Make Your First Call
Once your device is activated, you can make phone calls.
1. Tap > . (Tap the Dial tab, if the screen is not already on the dial screen.)
2. Use the dialpad to enter a phone number.
If you enter a wrong number, tap to erase digits one by one.
To erase the entire number, touch and hold .
3. Tap to dial the number.
Note: Your device's battery should have enough charge for your device to turn on and find a
signal, set up your voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge your battery as
soon as possible.
Set Up Your Voicemail
Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is
in use or turned off. You should set up your Sprint voicemail and personal greeting as soon as
your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access.
1. Tap > . (Tap the Dial tab, if the screen is not already on the dial screen.)
2. Touch and hold .
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.

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Note: Sprint strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up your voicemail
to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to
your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
Sprint Account Information and Help
Find out about account passwords and information about managing your account and finding
help.
Sprint Account Passwords
Manage Your Account
Sprint Support Services
Sprint Account Passwords
As a Sprint customer, you enjoy unlimited access to your personal account information, your
voicemail account, and your data services account. To ensure that no one else has access to
your information, you will need to create passwords to protect your privacy.
Account User Name and Password
If you are the account owner, you will create an account username and password when you
sign on to www.sprint.com. (Click Need to register for access? to get started.) If you are not
the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-
account password at www.sprint.com.
Voicemail Password
Youll create your voicemail password (or passcode) when you set up your voicemail. See Set
Up Your Voicemail for more information on your voicemail password.
Data Services Password
With your Sprint phone, you may elect to set up an optional data services password to control
access and authorize Premium Service purchases.
For more information, or to change your passwords, sign on to www.sprint.com or call Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
Manage Your Account
Manage your Sprint account from your computer, your Sprint phone, or any other phone.
Online: sprint.com
Access your account information.
Check your minutes used (depending on your Sprint service plan).

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View and pay your bill.
Enroll in Sprint online billing and automatic payment.
Purchase accessories.
Shop for the latest Sprint phones.
View available Sprint service plans and options.
Learn more about data services and other products like games, ringers, screensavers,
and more.
From Your Sprint Phone
From the dial screen, tap to access a summary of your Sprint service
plan or get answers to other questions.
From the dial screen, tap to make a payment.
From the dial screen, tap to check minute usage and account balance.
From Any Other Phone
Sprint Customer Service: 1-888-211-4727.
Business Customer Service: 1-888-788-4727.
Sprint Support Services
Sprint 411 and Sprint Operator Services let you easily access information and calling assistance
from your Sprint phone.
Sprint 411
Sprint 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential,
business, and government listings; movie listings or showtimes; driving directions, restaurant
reservations, and major local event information. You can get up to three pieces of information
per call, and the operator can automatically connect your call at no additional charge.
There is a per-call charge to use Sprint 411, and you will be billed for airtime.
From the dial screen, tap .
Sprint Operator Services
Sprint Operator Services provides assistance when you place collect calls or when you place
calls billed to a local telephone calling card or third party.

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From the dial screen, tap .
For more information or to see the latest in products and services, visit us online at sprint.com.

Device Basics 7
Device Basics
Your device is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay
connected to the people and information that are important to you. The topics in this section will
introduce the basic functions and features of your phone.
Your Device Overview
Status Bar
Turn Your Device On and Off
Battery and Charger
Device Function Keys
Touchscreen Navigation
Your Home Screen
Enter Text With the On-screen Keyboard
Search Your Device and the Web
Tip: Phone Software Upgrades Updates to your devices software may become available
from time to time. Sprint will automatically upload critical updates to your device. You
can also use the menu to check for and download updates. Tap > > System
settings > General tab > System updates.

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Your Device Overview
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Front View
1. Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.
2. Proximity Sensor sense proximity towards other objects (such as your head) so that
touch commands are not accidentally activated during a call.
Note: Please be careful not to cover the sensors with a protective film, pouch, or a protective
case not authorized by LG.
3. Status Bar provides information about your devices status and options, such as signal
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.
4. Touchscreen displays all the information needed to operate your device, such as the
applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery
strength.
5. Messaging Key launches the Messaging application.
6. Phone Key displays the dialpad so you can dial a number. It also provides additional
tabs to access Call logs, Contacts, and your Favorites.
7. Back Key returns to the previous screen. It also closes pop-up display items such as
menus and dialog boxes.

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8. 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.
9. Microphone allows other callers to hear you clearly when you are speaking to them.
10. Menu Key allows you to access your device's main functions menu from the Home
screen: Add to home screen, Theme, Home screen settings, Lock screen settings,
App settings, System settings. While using an application, press to open a list of
options available.
11. Applications Key opens the Applications screen to view installed applications.
12. Sprint ID Key launches the Sprint ID application from where you can replace a current
ID or get a new one.
13. Power/Lock Button locks the screen. Press and hold to open the Phone options menu
for the following options: Power off, Power off and restart, and Airplane mode.
You can also quickly switch to Silent mode, Vibration mode or Sound mode.
14. Front-Facing Camera Lens allows you to take pictures and video of yourself. Also lets
you participate in video chats.
Rear View
1. 13 Mega Pixel Camera Lens lets you take pictures and record videos.
2. Flash helps you take pictures and video in dim lighting.
3. Charger/Accessory Jack allows you to connect the device charger or an optional USB
cable (included). CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage
the device.

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4. Speaker lets you hear the different ringers and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear
the callers voice in speakerphone mode.
5. Volume Buttons 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 button, the phone
switches to the Sound-off mode.
6. 3.5mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free
conversations. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage
the device.
Status Bar
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 have more notifications than can fit in the Status Bar, a plus icon prompts you to open the
Status Bar to view them all. (See Notifications Panel.)
The following list identifies the symbols youll see on your device's display screen:
Status Bar –Status Icons
Signal Strength Shows your current signal strength (the more bars there are,
the stronger the signal is).
No Service Your phone cannot find a usable signal.
4G Connected Indicates that 4G data service is available.
4G In Use Indicates that 4G data service is in use.
3G/1x Connected Indicates that 3G/1x data service is available.
3G/1x In Use Indicates that 3G/1x data service is in use.
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.

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GPS Communicating Indicates that the device is receiving location data from
GPS.
Roaming Your phone is roaming”off the Nationwide Sprint Network.
Airplane Mode Indicates that the device is in Airplane Mode.
Speakerphone On Indicates that Speakerphone is on.
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.
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.
Status Bar - Notification Icons
New Gmail Message Indicates a new Gmail message.
New Text or Multimedia Message Indicates you have received a new text or
multimedia message.
New Email Indicates a new Email message.
Problem With Text Or Multimedia Message Delivery Indicates a text or
multimedia message is undeliverable.
Urgent Text or Multimedia Message - Indicates you have received an urgent
text or multimedia message.
New Google Talk Message Indicates you have received a new Google Talk
message.
New Voicemail Indicates you have received a new voicemail message.
Status Bar - Notification Icons
Upcoming Event Alerts you to an upcoming event.