LG G-Flex-D958 User Manual

User GuideLG-D958MFL68140901 (1.0) www.lg.comENGLISH

8• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your b

98< 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 othe

99< Language & input >Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your phone and to configure the on-screen

100Ask upon connecting – Ask in USB connection mode when connecting to a computer.Help – Help for USB connection.PC Suite – Check this to use LG PC Su

101"LG PC Suite" PC software is a program that helps you connect your device to a PC via a USB cable and Wi-Fi. Once connected, you can use

102System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software• OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8• CPU: 1 G

103Moving contacts from your Old Device to your New Device1 Export your contacts as a CSV file from your old device to your PC using a PC sync program

104Phone software updateLG Mobile phone software update from the InternetFor more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.co

105NOTE: Your personal data from internal phone storage—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/applicatio

106About this user guide• Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your phone safely and correctly.

107DivX HD ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certifie

9Damage 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

108These accessories are available for use with the your phone. (Items described below may be optional.)Travel adaptorStereo headsetQuick Start Guide

109TroubleshootingThis chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider,

110Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresNo applications can be setNot supported by service provider or registration required.Contact yo

111Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresCharging errorBattery is not charged.Charge battery.Outside temperature is too hot or cold.Make

112Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresThe screen does not turn on when I receive a call.Proximity sensor problemIf you use a protecti

113CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerBTBluetoothDevicesWhat are the functions available via BluetoothYou can connect a Bluetooth audio device such as

114CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerGoogle™ ServiceGoogle AccountIs it possible to filter emails?No, email filtering is not supported via the phone.

115CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionWait and PauseIs it possible to save a contact with Wait and Pause in the numbers?If you transferr

116CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionUnlockPatternHow do I create the Unlock Pattern?1. From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key .2. T

117CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionUnlockPatternWhat should I do if I forget the unlock pattern and I didn’t create my Google account

10• Turn your mobile phone off before boarding any aircraft.• Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.ChildrenKeep the phone in

118CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionVPNHow do I set up a VPN?VPN access configuration is different for each company. To configure VPN

119CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionApplicationI downloaded an application and it causes a lot of errors. How do I remove it?1. From

11• Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. The battery pack may be recharged hundreds of times before it needs replac

12• Use a hands free device to add an additional layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phone with one of the many hands free accessories a

13Important noticePlease check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in fo

14NOTE: If you accidently press the Power/Lock Key while the device is in your pocket, the screen will turn off automatically in order to save battery

154. Using an unlock patternSet an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Display tab > Lock screen &

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

171 Touch and hold the Home Key . A list of recently used applications will be displayed.2 Tap the application you want to access. This does not st

189. If the screen freezesIf the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it:Press and hold the Power/Lock key for 10 seco

19Phone overviewBack Key • Return to the previous screen. Exit an app after using it.Front Camera LensHome Key • Return to the Home screen from any

20 WARNING• This part encloses the battery compartment. Please do not open the back cover.• Be careful not to damage the NFC touch point on the phon

21Installing the micro-USIM cardBefore you start exploring your new phone, you may choose to insert the micro-USIM card.The eject button is a small ro

22Charging your phoneCharge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to char

23Locking and unlocking the screenIf you do not use the phone for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to preve

24Stereo headset with microphoneWith the headset connected, you can enjoy music or video with stereo sound, and easily switch from your music/video to

252 The applications panel displays and you can select an app to run.NOTE: You can edit the applications to display on the panel and set not to show

26Your Home screenTouch screen tipsHere are some tips on how to navigate on your phone.Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortc

27Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like application shortcuts, or

User Guide• Screen displays and illustrations may differ from those you see on actual phone.• Some of the contents of this guide may not apply to yo

28Customizing the Home screenYou can customize your Home screen by adding apps, widgets or changing wallpapers. To add items on your Home screen1 Tou

29Returning to recently-used applications1 Touch and hold . The screen displays a pop-up containing the icons of applications you used recently.2 T

30Opening the notifications panelSwipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Quick Toggle AreaTap each quick toggle key to turn it

31The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the

32New text or multimedia messageChoose input methodA song is currently playing DLNA content shareMobile hotspot is active DLNA music playingNOTE: The

33Google account setupWhen you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select

34Connecting to Networks and DevicesWi-FiWith Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enj

35BluetoothYou can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones.N

36Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature1 Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate applicati

37To share your phone's data connection as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot1 Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Networks tab > Tethering

2Table of contentsGuidelines for safe and efficient use ...5Important notice ...13Getting to know your phone ...

38ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent unauthorised usage of online services by other people and additional charges m

39• SmartShare Beam: Transferring the contents feature fast via Wi-Fi Direct.< Beam >< Play >Enjoying the content from Nearby devicesYou

40PC connections with a USB cableLearn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. Transferring music, photos and videos

41CallsMaking a call1 Tap to open the keypad.2 Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the .3 Tap to make a call.4 To end a c

42Adjusting the in-call volumeTo adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the back side of the phone.Making a secon

43Call settingsYou can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. 1 On the Hom

44ContactsAdd contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing.Sear

45Removing a contact from your favourites list1 Tap to open your contacts.2 Tap the tab, and choose a contact to view its details.3 Tap the yello

46MessagingYour phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.Sending a message1 Tap on the Home screen and tap to open a blank

47Threaded box Messages (SMS, MMS) exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see an overview o

3Camera ... 50Getting to know the viewfinder ...50Using the advanced settings ...

48E-mailYou can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail application supports the following account types: POP3,

49Composing and sending emailTo compose and send a message1 While in the E-mail application, tap the .2 Enter an address for the message's inte

50CameraThe Multi Point AF (Autofocus) feature enables you to get a clearer and natural picture even if the objects are not in the center.To open the

51Using the advanced settingsIn the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list.

52Opens the help guide to know how a function operates.Restores all camera default settings.TIP!• When you exit the camera, some settings return to t

534 Tap any of the outlined objects to remove them from the photo, then tap .* When taking a picture, moving objects are shown as dashed lines.NOTES

543 Tap to take a picture.4 To view the moments just before the picture was taken, tap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen.5 S

55Rename – Tap to edit the name of the selected photo.Rotate left/right – To rotate left or right.Crop – Crop your photo. Move your finger across the

56Video cameraGetting to know the viewfinder Flash – Choose from Off , On , Auto . Swap camera – Switch between the rear camera lens and the fro

57Using the advanced settingsUsing the viewfinder, tap to open all the advanced options. Tap to turn on Audio zoom feature. You can record only the

4Setting your alarm ...80Using your calculator ...81Adding an event to your calendar ...

58Restores all camera default settings.Recording a quick video1 Open the Camera application and slide the Video mode button. 2 The video camera view

59NOTE: Additional charges may apply when MMS messages are downloaded while roaming.From your GalleryTap Gallery and select Camera. Tap on video pla

60Using Dual recording modeAllows you to record videos with the front and rear cameras at the same time, combined into one recording.1 Open the Camer

61FunctionQuickMemoThe QuickMemo allows you to create memos and capture screen shots.Capture screens, draw on them and share them with family and frie

623 Tap in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen. To exit QuickMemo at any time, tap . NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using t

63QuickTranslatorSimply aim the camera of your smart phone at the foreign text you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere

64QSlideFrom any screen, bring up a notepad, calendar, and more as a window inside your screen. ORTap to exit the QSlide and return to full window.Tap

65QTheaterQTheater allows you to see the slideshow for Photos, Videos, and YouTube.1 From the lock screen, hold the phone horizontally (landscape).2

66OR1 Touch and slide the status bar downwards and tap > ADD REMOTE.OR Tap > > Apps tab > QuickRemote > tap . 2 Select the type

67Zoom to TrackWhen 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 dra

5Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.Should a fault occur, a software tool is built into y

68VuTalkWith the VuTalk feature, you can make an interactive and more creative notes with the other party. Visual communication is possible while shar

69Communicate Visually with VuTalk 1 Tap > Contacts > . Only the contacts who use the VuTalk feature will be displayed.2 Tap a contact t

70NOTE: 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

71On-Screen PhoneOn-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

72• 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

73GalleryOpen the Gallery application to view albums of your pictures and videos.1 Tap > > Apps tab > Gallery. You can manage and share

74Playing videosVideo files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch.Editing photosWhe

75Playing a video1 Tap > > Apps tab > Videos. 2 Select the video you want to play.Tap the desired direction for audio zoom.Tap to use Z

76NOTE: UHD(Ultra-HD) video does not support Trim option when it plays at Gallery and Videos app.MusicYour phone has a built-in music player that lets

77Tap 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.Tap to

6to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separatio

78NOTE:• Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software.• If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur w

79Slide Aside (Quick task-switching with THREE fingers) You can quickly switch to another task using three fingers. 1 Place three fingers on the scree

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

81NOTE: To change alarm settings in the alarm list screen, tap the Menu key and select Settings.Using your calculator1 Tap > > Apps tab &g

82Voice RecorderUse the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files.Recording a sound or voice1 Tap > > Voice Recorder.2 T

83TasksThis task can be synchronized with MS Exchange account. You can create task, revise it and delete it in MS outlook or MS Office Outlook Web Acc

84Google+Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.• Tap > > Apps tab > Google+.NOTE: Thi

85The WebInternetUse this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-colour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment

86Opening a pageTo go to new page, tap  .To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.Searching the web by voi

87Opening a pageTo go to a new page, tab  New tab.To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down and tap the page to select it.Syncing with ot

7electric shock and can seriously damage your phone.• Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot and create a fire

88SettingsThis section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone's System settings menus. To access the Settings menu:Tap &

89Incoming call pop-up – Display incoming call popup when using camera and videos.Call reject – Allows you to set the call reject function. Choose fro

90 To switch NFC on or off: From the Home screen, touch and slide the notification panel down with your finger, then select the NFC icon to turn it

91NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage.Mobile networks – Set options for data roaming, network mode

92Smart ringtone – Checkmark to increase phone ringtone volume automatically in noisy environments.Incoming call vibration – Sets the incoming call vi

93Swing Lock screen – Checkmark to move Lock screen naturally up or down, when you tilt your phone in that direction.Screen swipe effect – Sets the sc

94Screen-off effect – Sets the screen-off effect. Choose from Fade out, Black hole, Retro TV.Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to set the phone to automa

95General< Gestures >Screen on/off – Checkmark to enable KnockON to turn the screen on and off. Quickly double-tap center screen to turn it on.

96Lock screen – Checkmark to enable you move the PIN Lock screen keypad to the right or left side of the device. Simply tap the arrow to move it to on

97Bluetooth – Checkmark to turn Bluetooth off when not connected while Battery saver is activated.Vibrate on touch – Checkmark to turn off touch feedb