LG LGK500I User Manual

ENGLISHMFL69544601 (1.0) www.lg.comUSER GUIDELG-K500I

9Guidelines for safe and efficient use• If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so

Phone Settings 99Sound & notificationYou can customise sound, vibrate and notification settings.On the settings screen, tap Sound & notificati

Phone Settings 100DisplayYou can customise detailed settings for each screen type.On the settings screen, tap Display and customise the following sett

Phone Settings 101• When correcting the motion sensor, make sure to place the device on a flat surface. Failure to do so may cause motion sensor rela

Phone Settings 102LocationYou can customise settings to access your location information from a particular app.1 On the settings screen, tap General

Phone Settings 103AccessibilityYou can manage accessibility plug-ins installed on your device.1 On the settings screen tap General Accessibility.2 C

Phone Settings 104• Motor & cognition Touch and hold delay: Adjust the touch input time.• Motor & cognition Touch and hold for calls: An

Phone Settings 105Security1 On the settings screen, tap General Security.2 Customise the following settings:• Content lock: Set the method to lock

Phone Settings 106Date & timeYou can customise date and time settings for your device.1 On the settings screen, tap General Date & time.2 Cu

Phone Settings 107MemoryYou can view the average amount of memory usage over a certain period of time and the memory occupied by an app.1 On the setti

Phone Settings 108• Resetting your device deletes all data on it. Enter your device name, Google account and other initial information again.About ph

10Guidelines for safe and efficient useIn aircraftWireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.• Turn your mobile phone off before boarding an

Appendix05

Appendix 110LG Language SettingsSelect a language to use on your device.• Tap Settings General Language & keyboard Language, and select

Appendix 111Installing LG Bridge on a computer1 Go to www.lg.com from your computer.2 In the search bar, enter the name of your device.3 Click Downloa

Appendix 112LG Mobile Phone software update via Over-the-Air (OTA)This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone’s software to a newer vers

Appendix 113FAQThis chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, bu

Appendix 114Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresCalls not availableDialling error New network not authorised.New SIM card inserted. Ch

Appendix 115Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresFiles do not openUnsupported file formatCheck the supported file formats.The screen do

Appendix 116Anti-Theft GuideSet up your device to prevent other people from using it if it's been reset to factory settings without your permissi

Appendix 117More informationOpen Source Software Notice InformationTo obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, tha

Appendix 118Declaration of conformityHereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-K500I product is in compliance with the essential requirements and o

11Guidelines for safe and efficient use• Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. Thi

Appendix 119Disposal of your old appliance (as per e-waste Rules)1 When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its operato

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Custom-designed Features 13Second screenWhen the home main is turned off, you can see the useful information such as date, time, battery status and no

Custom-designed Features 14• More Show time while content is shown: Show the time and phone status while media content such as images and videos is

Custom-designed Features 15QuickMemo+QuickMemo+ overviewYou can make creative notes by using a variety options on this advanced feature of notepad, su

Custom-designed Features 16Writing notes on a screenshot1 While viewing the screen you want to capture, drag the status bar downwards and then tap Cap

Custom-designed Features 17QSlideYou can display several apps simultaneously on the same screen and switch between them. For example, use the calculat

Custom-designed Features 182 Select a file from the Gallery or Music app and tap Play on other device.3 Select the TV you want to connect to.• To

1About this user guideThank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensu

Custom-designed Features 19• If the desired device is not seen on the device list, check that DLNA is turned on, then tap Search nearby devices.3 Pla

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Basic Functions 21Product components and accessoriesMake sure that none of the following items are missing:• Device• Ejection pin• Stereo headset•

Basic Functions 22Parts overviewVolume KeysFront Camera LensEarpieceProximity/Ambient Light SensorPower/Lock KeySIM/Memory card trayCharger/USB PortHe

Basic Functions 23• Proximity/Ambient Light Sensor - Proximity sensor: The proximity light sensor turns off the screen and disables touch functionali

Basic Functions 24Turning on or off the powerTurning on the powerWhen the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.• When the device is

Basic Functions 25Installing the SIM cardProperly use the SIM card provided by your mobile service provider.1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on

Basic Functions 264 Insert the card tray back into the slot.• Only Nano-SIM(Subscriber Identity Module) cards work with the device.• For problem-fre

Basic Functions 271 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray.2 Pull out the card tray.3 Put the memory card on the card tray with the go

Basic Functions 28Charging the batteryBefore using the device, fully charge the battery.Connect one end of the charging cable to the charger, insert t

2 Instructional noticesWARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third parties.CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or da

Basic Functions 29Using the battery efficientlyBattery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuous

Basic Functions 30Touch screenYou can familiarise yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures.TappingLightly tap with your

Basic Functions 31Double-tappingTap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a photo or map.SwipingTap and hold an item, such as an app or widget, then swip

Basic Functions 32Pinching and spreadingPinch two fingers to zoom out such as on a photo or map. To zoom in, spread your fingers apart.• Do not expos

Basic Functions 33Home screenHome screen overviewThe Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions and apps on your device. Tap

Basic Functions 34• Widget: Add widgets to the Home screen to quickly access necessary information without bothering to run apps one by one.• Folder

Basic Functions 35Status iconsWhen there is a notification for an unread message, calendar event or alarm, the status bar displays the corresponding n

Basic Functions 36Notifications panelYou can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar downwards.Use quick access icons in the notificat

Basic Functions 37Switching the screen orientationYou can set the screen orientation to automatically switch, according to the device's orientati

Basic Functions 38Viewing the background themeYou can view only the background image by hiding apps and widgets on the Home screen.Spread two fingers

301Custom-designed Features13 Second screen14 Quick Share15 QuickMemo+17 QSlide17 Content sharing19 Do not disturb19 Ringtone ID5 Guidelines for

Basic Functions 39Editing foldersOn the Home screen, tap a folder and then run the desired function.• To edit the folder name and colour, tap the fol

Basic Functions 40Screen lockScreen lock overviewYour device's screen turns off and locks itself if you press the Power/Lock key. This also happe

Basic Functions 41• PIN: Enter a numeric password to unlock the screen.• Password: Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the screen.• To set scr

Basic Functions 42• Lock timer: Set the amount of idle time after which the device automatically locks.• Power key instantly locks: Instantly lock t

Basic Functions 43Knock CodeYou can unlock the screen by creating your own Knock Code. When the screen is locked, you can directly access the Home scr

Basic Functions 44Device encryptionEncrypting your deviceIt is possible to read, write and copy data even when device encryption is set. You can set t

Basic Functions 45Memory card encryptionYou can encrypt and protect data saved on the memory card. The encrypted data in the memory card cannot be acc

Basic Functions 46Taking screenshotsYou can take screenshots of the current screen you are viewing.Via a shortcutPress and hold the Power/Lock key and

Basic Functions 47Moving the cursorWith Smart keyboard, you can move the cursor to the exact position you want.When typing text, tap and hold on the s

Basic Functions 48Changing the QWERTY keyboard layoutYou can add, delete or rearrange keys on the bottom row of the keyboard.1 Tap Settings Gene

4Table of contents03Useful Apps54 Installing and uninstalling apps55 Recently uninstalled apps55 Phone59 Messaging60 Camera66 Gallery68 Calculator69

Basic Functions 49Customising the keyboard heightYou can customise the keyboard height to maximise hand comfort when typing.1 Tap Settings Gener

Basic Functions 50Splitting the keyboardYou can split the keyboard in half and place each piece on either side of the screen when the screen is in lan

Basic Functions 51Entering text by using voiceOn the keyboard, tap and hold and then select .• To maximise the voice command recognition, speak cl

Basic Functions 52Clip TrayIf you copy or cut an image or text, it is automatically saved to the Clip Tray and can be pasted to any space at any time.

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Useful Apps 54Installing and uninstalling appsInstalling appsAccess an app store to search and download apps.• You can use SmartWorld, Play Store or

Useful Apps 55Recently uninstalled appsYou can view the uninstalled apps on the Home screen. You can also reinstall apps which were uninstalled within

Useful Apps 56• To enter "+" when making an international call, tap and hold number 0.• See Adding contacts to the speed dial list for det

Useful Apps 57Viewing missed callsIf there is a missed call, the status bar at the top of the screen displays .To view missed call details, drag the s

Useful Apps 58Making a three-way callingYou can make a call to another contact during a call.1 During a call, tap Add call.2 Enter a phone number

5Guidelines for safe and efficient usePlease read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.Should a fault o

Useful Apps 59MessagingSending a messageYou can create and send messages to your selected contacts or all of your contacts using the Messaging app.•

Useful Apps 60CameraStarting the cameraYou can take a photo or record a video to keep the memorable moments.Tap .• Before taking a photo, wipe t

Useful Apps 61Simple modeYou can take photos by simply tapping the screen.1 On the camera screen, tap (in the second screen).2 Frame your subject and

Useful Apps 62Recording a video1 Select a shooting mode, and tap the subject to focus the camera on.2 Tap .• To take a photo while recording a video

Useful Apps 63Customising camera optionsYou can customise a variety of camera options to suit your preferences.On the Auto mode screen, tap .• Avail

Useful Apps 64Taking selfiesYou can use the front camera to view your face on the screen and take selfies.• When using the front camera, you can chan

Useful Apps 65Interval shotYou can take continuous selfies.While using the front camera, tap and hold . Alternatively, show your palm to the camera,

Useful Apps 66GalleryGallery overviewYou can view and manage photos and videos saved on your device.1 Tap .• Saved photos and videos are display

Useful Apps 67Viewing photosStart the camera.Edit images.Access additional options.Share images.Delete images.Add or delete favorites.Back to the prev

Useful Apps 68• To adjust the sound volume, drag the right side of the video screen up or down.• To adjust the screen brightness, drag the left side

6Guidelines for safe and efficient use• While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG phone models, they are all designed to me

Useful Apps 69WeatherYou can view the weather information for a particular area.1 Tap Tools Weather.2 Tap and add the city you want.• On the

Useful Apps 70• If you select a previously set alarm, you can edit the alarm.• To delete an alarm, tap at the top of the screen. Alternatively, ta

Useful Apps 71Voice RecorderYou can record and save your voice or others' voices from important events. Recorded voice files can be played back o

Useful Apps 72MusicYou can play and manage music files saved on your device.1 Tap Music.2 Select a category.3 Select a music file.Add or delete fa

Useful Apps 73E-mailE-mail overviewYou can register an email account to your device and then you can check and send emails from your device.• If you

Useful Apps 74Checking email1 Tap and select a mail box.2 Select an email from the email list.• The email message appears.Sending email1 Tap .2 En

Useful Apps 75Importing contactsYou can import contacts from another storage device.1 On the contact list screen, tap More Manage contacts Imp

Useful Apps 76Deleting contacts1 On the contact list screen, tap and hold a contact.2 Tap Delete contact.Adding favouritesYou can register frequently

Useful Apps 77Syncing eventsTap Calendars to display Calendars to sync, and select a calendar to sync.• When your events are saved from the

Useful Apps 78TasksYou can register tasks to your device to easily manage schedules.1 Tap Tasks.2 Tap to add a task.3 Enter task details and the

7Guidelines for safe and efficient use• Switch off the phone in any area where you are required to by special regulations. For example, do not use yo

Useful Apps 79LG BackupYou can back up, restore and move the data saved on your device.1 Tap Management LG Backup.Alternatively, tap Setting

Useful Apps 80RemoteCall ServiceYour device can be remotely diagnosed for resolving issues. First, make a phone call to the LG Customer Service Centre

Useful Apps 81Downloading SmartWorld appIf SmartWorld app is not installed, follow these steps to download it.1 Tap Settings General About pho

Useful Apps 82Menu MapIcon Description Icon DescriptionGoogleTouch to open and choose from various Google products.CalendarTo keep track of your appoi

Useful Apps 83Icon Description Icon DescriptionMessagingTouch to access the Messaging app ,You can create a new SMS or MMS.MusicTouch to use the Music

Useful Apps 84Google appsYou can use Google apps by setting a Google account. The Google account registration window appears automatically when you us

Useful Apps 85GoogleUse search function provided by Google to search web sites and files stored on your device by entering keywords or via voice.Hango

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Phone Settings 87SettingsYou can customise the device settings in accordance with your preferences.Tap Settings.• Tap and enter a keyword in th

Phone Settings 88Wi-FiYou can connect to nearby devices over a Wi-Fi network.Connecting to a Wi-Fi network1 On the settings screen, tap Networks Wi-

8Guidelines for safe and efficient useEfficient phone operationElectronics devicesAll mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect perfo

Phone Settings 89• The battery may drain faster when using Wi-Fi Direct.BluetoothYou can connect your device to nearby devices that support Bluetooth

Phone Settings 90Sending data via Bluetooth1 Select a file.• You can send multimedia files or contacts.2 Tap Bluetooth.3 Select a target device f

Phone Settings 91CallYou can customise call settings, such as voice call and international call options.• Some features may not be supported, dependi

Phone Settings 92Android BeamYou can share files by touching the back of the device to other device. You can also share files including musics, videos

Phone Settings 93Media serverYou can share media content on your device with nearby devices that support DLNA.1 On the settings screen, tap Networks

Phone Settings 94PrintingYou can print the content of certain screens (such as web pages displayed in Chrome) to a printer connected to the same Wi-Fi

Phone Settings 95Wi-Fi hotspotYou can set the device as a wireless router so that other devices can connect to the internet by using your device'

Phone Settings 96Bluetooth tetheringA Bluetooth-connected device can connect to the internet by using your device's mobile data.1 On the settings

Phone Settings 97Airplane modeYou can turn off the call and mobile data functions. When this mode is on, functions that do not involve data, such as g

Phone Settings 98VPNYou can connect to a safe virtual network, such as an IntraNet. You can also manage connected virtual private networks.Adding VPN1