LG E612 User Manual

User GuideLG-E612MFL67795701 (1.0) www.lg.comENGLISH

8Road safetyCheck the laws and regulations on the use of mobile phones in the area when you drive.• Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.• Giv

98CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionMemoryWill I know when my memory is full?Yes, you will receive a notification.Phone FunctionLanguag

99CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionWi-Fi & 3GWhen Wi-Fi and 3G are both available, which service will my phone use?When using data

100CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionAlarmCan I use music files for my alarm?Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use

9NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.Glass PartsSome parts of your mobile device are made of glass. Th

10ChildrenKeep the phone in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached.Emer

11• If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.• Always unplug the

12Important noticePlease check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone for s

13To check the battery power level:• Touch > Apps tab > Settings > About phone from the SYSTEM > Battery.The battery status (charging o

144. Using an unlock patternSet an unlock pattern to secure your phone. Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Lock screen from DEVICE > Select s

155. 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.

167. Transferring music, photos and videos using Media sync (MTP)1 Touch > Apps tab > Settings > Storage from the DEVICE to check out the

17Phone overviewEarpieceProximity SensorHome key Return to the Home screen from any screen.Back key Return to the previous screen.Power/Lock key • Sw

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18Volume keys• In the Home screen:Controls ringer volume• During a call: Control your earpiece volume• When playing a song: Controls volume continu

19Installing the SIM card and batteryBefore you can start exploring your new phone, you'll need to set it up. To insert the SIM card and battery:

204 Align the battery cover over the battery compartment (1) and press it down until it clicks into place (2).Charging your phoneCharge the battery b

21The charger connector is at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into an electrical outlet.NOTE: • The battery must be fully ch

22NOTE: • While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hot

23Using the memory cardYour phone supports the use of microSDTM or microSDHCTM memory cards of up to 32 GB capacity. These memory cards are specifical

24 WARNINGDo not insert or remove the memory card when the phone is ON. Doing so may damage the memory card as well as your phone, and the data stored

25appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.TIP! To wake up your phone

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 screenHome Screen OverviewThe main home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions, and it allows you to add items like a

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

28Navigating Through the Application MenuYour phone initially has several Application Menus available. Follow these steps to navigate through the Appl

29Customizing the ScreenYou can customize your Home screen by doing the following:• Changing the Wallpaper • Creating Shortcuts • Creating Applicat

30complete, release the screen to lock the new shortcut into its new position on the current screen.Deleting a shortcut1 Press to activate the Home

31Customizing the Apps Menu screen1 Touch the from the main Home screen. 2 Tap the Apps tab at the top of the screen to go to the Apps Menu screen

32Pending notificationsBluetooth, Wi-Fi & battery statusSwipe down for notifications & settingsSwipe down the status bar to open the notificat

33Indicator icons on the Status BarIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar ev

34System warning Song is playingAlarm is setPhone is connected to PC via USB cable or USB tethering is activeNew voicemailPortable Wi-Fi hotspot is ac

35Entering accented lettersWhen you select French or Spanish as the text entry language, you can enter special French or Spanish characters (e.g. &quo

36Google account setupWhen you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select

37Connecting to Networks and DevicesWi-FiWith Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enj

2Table of contentsGuidelines for safe and efficient use ...5Important notice ...12Getting to know your phone ...

38BluetoothYou can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones.NOTE:

39Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature1 Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file from an appropriate applicatio

40Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > choose options that you want to adjust.TIP! If your computer is running Windows 7 or a recent distribution of some flavo

41ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent unauthorised usage of online services by other people and additional charges m

42NOTE: The LG integrated USB driver is required to connect an LG device to a PC. It is installed automatically when you install the LG PC Suite softw

43CallsMaking a call1 Touch to open the keypad.2 Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, touch the .3 Touch to make a call.4 To

44Adjusting the in-call volumeTo adjust the in-call volume during a call, use the Volume up and down keys on the left-hand side of the phone.Making a

45Call settingsYou can configure phone call settings such as call forwarding, as well as other special features offered by your carrier. 1 On the Hom

46ContactsAdd contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing.Sear

47Removing a contact from your favourites list1 Touch to open your contacts.2 Touch the tab, and choose a contact to view its details.3 Touch t

3Messaging ... 48Sending a message ...48Threaded box ...

48MessagingYour phone combines SMS and MMS into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu.Sending a message1 Touch on the Home screen and touch to open a b

49Threaded box Unread messages (SMS, MMS) are located on the top. And the others exchanged with another party can be displayed in chronological order

50E-mailYou can use the Email application to read emails from services like Google Mail. The Email application supports the following account types: P

51Composing and sending emailTo compose and send a message1 While in the E-mail application, touch .2 Enter an address for the message's inten

52CameraTo open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen.Getting to know the viewfinder Cheese shutter – To take a photo, say one of t

53Using the advanced settingsIn the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. You can change the camera settings by scrolling through the list.

54Activate this to use your phone's location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged

555 Touch the Capture icon to take the picture. Alternatively you can use the side volume keys.Once you've taken a photoTouch to view the la

56Slideshow – Automatically shows you the images in the current folder one after the other.Details – Find more information about the file.Viewing your

57Video cameraGetting to know the viewfinder Zoom – Zoom in or zoom out. Video size – Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recordi

4The Web ...73Internet ... 73Using the Web toolbar ...

58Using the advanced settingsUsing the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Touch if you want to change the viewfinder menu.Improves

59After recording a videoYour captured video will appear on the Gallery. Touch to view the last video you captured.Touch to record another video imm

60LG Unique FunctionQuickMemo functionUse the QuickMemo function practicallfy and efficiently; create memos during a call,with a saved picture or on t

613 Touch in the Edit menu to save the memo with the current screen.NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo function. Do not use you

62LG SmartWorldLG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content - games, applications, wallpaper and ringtones - giving LG phone users the chanc

63• Try the easy Menu buttons to find what you’re looking for fast. Apps for you – Recommended content based on your previous choices. Settings

64GalleryYou can store multimedia files in internal memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files

65Playing videosVideo files show the icon in the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap . The Videos application will launch.Editing photosWhe

66Playing a video1 Touch > Apps tab > Videos. 2 Select the video you want to play.Touch to pause video playback.Touch to resume video playba

67Transfer music using Media sync (MTP)1 Connect the phone to your PC using a USB cable.2 Select the Media sync (MTP) option from phone. Your phone

5Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal.Exposure to radio frequency energyRadio wave exposure

68To change the volume while listening to music, press the up and down volume keys on the left-hand side of the phone.Touch and hold any song in the l

69Setting your alarm1 Touch > Apps tab > Alarm/Clock > .2 After you set the alarm, your phone lets you know how much time is left before

706 If you wish to add a note to your event, touch Description and enter the details.7 If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT, and set REMINDER

71Polaris Office 4Polaris Office is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, includi

72FM radioYour LG-E612 has a built-in FM radio so you can tune in to your favourite stations and listen on the go.NOTE: You need to use your headphone

73The WebInternetUse this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment

74Opening a pageTo go to new page, tap  To go to another webpage, tap , scroll and tap the page to select it.Searching the Web by voiceTap the add

75SettingsAccessing the Settings menu1 On the Home screen, touch > Apps tab > Settings. or On the Home screen, touch > System settings.2

76Save unknown numbers – Add unknown numbers to contacts after a call.Voicemail – Allows you to select your carrier’s voicemail service.Call reject –

77DEVICE< Sound >Sound profile – Choose from Sound, Vibrate only or Silent.Volumes – Manage the volume of Phone ringtone, Notification sound, To

6Product care and maintenance WARNINGOnly use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any ot

78< Lock screen >Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your phone. Opens a set of screens that guide you through drawing a scree

79< Location access >Access to my location – If you select Wi-Fi & mobile network location, your phone determines your approximate location

80Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. If you reset the phone this way, you are prompted t

81PC software (LG PC Suite)"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

82System Requirements for "LG PC Suite" PC software• OS: Windows XP (Service pack 3) 32bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8• CPU: 1 GH

83Moving 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.

84Phone software updateLG Mobile phone software update from the InternetFor more information about using this function, please visit http://update.lgm

85NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.

86About this user guide• Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your phone safely and correctly.•

87Notice: Open Source SoftwareTo obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licences, please visit http://opensou

7• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips.• Do not tap the screen wit

88These accessories are available for use with your phone. (Items described below may be optional.)Travel adaptor Stereo headsetQuick Start Guide Data

89TroubleshootingThis chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider,

90Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresNo applications can be setNot supported by service provider or registration required.Contact you

91Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresCharging errorBattery is not charged.Charge battery.Outside temperature is too hot or cold.Make

92Message Possible causes Possible corrective measuresSD card not workingFAT16, FAT32 file system supportedCheck SD card file system via card reader,

93Please check to see if any problems you have encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone for service or callin

94CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerDataSynchronizationIs it possible to synchronize all the email folders?The Inbox is automatically synchronized. Y

95CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionmicroSD CardWhat is the maximum supported size for a memory card?32 GB memory cards are compatible.

96CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionSecurityWhat are the phone’s security functions?You are able to set the phone to require that an Un

97CategorySub-CategoryQuestion AnswerPhone FunctionUnlockPatternWhat should I do if I forget the unlock pattern and I didn’t create my Google account