LG Tribute 5 User Guide

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1. Tap  >  > Facebook . 
 The Facebook app launches. 
 If this is the first time you‘ve used Facebook on your phone, enter your Facebook ID and 
password and tap LOG IN to sign in to an existing account, or tap Sign Up for Facebook to 
set up a new Facebook account. 
2. Tap STATUS and type an update, tap PHOTO and upload a picture from the gallery, tap CHECK 
IN to share your location, ―Like‖ and comment on friends‘ posts, and more. 
QuickMemo+ 
Use your phone‘s QuickMemo+ app to save text, memos, lists, and more.  
1. Tap  >  > QuickMemo+ . 
 The memopad list appears. 
2. Tap and enter your memo title and text.  
3. Tap Done.  
 The memo is saved. 
File Manager 
View files stored on your phone.  
1. Tap  >  > File Manager .  
 File Manager launches. 
 Follow onscreen instructions for first-time use and permissions.  
2. Tap the file type and then tap the file you want to open. 
 The app opens and displays the file. 
Boost 411 
Boost 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and 
government listings; movie listings or show times; 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.  
■ Tap  >  > Boost 411 .   
						

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Boost Music 
Discover millions of DRM-free music tracks, ringtones, and ringback tones from Boost‘s official music 
store and player.  
■ Tap  >  > Boost Music .  
Boost Wallet 
Boost Wallet is a quick and easy way to make payments with cash directly from your Boost Mobile phone. 
Send money, pay bills and top-up your mobile phone account balance.  
■ Tap  >  > Boost Wallet .  
Boost Zone 
Stay connected to all the latest news and information from Boost. Included here are news, feedback, 
featured applications and tips/tricks for your device.  
■ Tap  >  > Boost Zone .  
BoostTV 
Watch live and on demand entertainment from popular broadcast and cable networks, news channels 
and primetime TV shows.  
Update BoostTV 
1. Tap  >  > boostTV .  
2. Tap UPDATE, and then follow the prompts to accept access requirements and update the app.  
Use BoostTV 
■ Tap  >  > boostTV . 
						

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Connectivity 
The following topics address your phone‘s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, 
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more. 
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a 
Computer 
You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer 
music, pictures, and other content files.  
For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your phone 
with any of the music apps, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the music folder. 
File Transfer Tips 
● If you want to save data to a microSD card on your phone, make sure the microSD card is 
installed and active. See microSD Card. 
● Avoid removing the battery or microSD card while transferring data. 
● Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table: 
Method Description 
Media device (MTP) Transfer files between your phone and PC such as pictures, videos, and 
music. 
Send images (PTP) Transfer image files between your phone and PC. 
 
Transfer Files Between the Phone and a Computer 
1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable. 
 Insert the larger end of the cable into the charger/accessory port at the bottom of the phone. 
 Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need 
to remove the USB cable from the charging adapter to access it.  
2. When  appears in the notifications area, drag the Status bar down to display the Notifications 
window. 
3. You will see either USB connected as Media sync or as camera.  
 The files on your phone can now be accessed via your computer.  
						

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 For most transfers, youll want to use Connected as Media device (MTP). 
 To change the option, tap it in the Notifications window to open the storage settings, and then 
tap the desired option from the USB PC connection window.  
4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and 
open it. 
5. If available, select a drive (SD card for microSD card or Internal storage for internal phone 
storage). 
6. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 
7. When you are done, disconnect your phone from your computer. 
 The transferred files are now saved to your phone or microSD card. 
Wi-Fi 
To use your phone‘s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or ―hotspot.‖ 
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and 
other objects through which the signal passes. 
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network 
Use the W ireless & networks setting menu to enable your phone‘s W i-Fi radio and connect to an available 
Wi-Fi network. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Wi-Fi. 
3. Tap the W i-Fi switch to turn Wi-Fi on . 
 You will see the names and security settings of in-range W i-Fi networks. 
 To disable W i-Fi, tap the switch again . 
4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it‘s not an open network), and then tap 
CONNECT. 
 Your phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see () in the Status bar. 
 The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the 
router (W EP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For 
password for a public wireless LAN, check with users service provider. 
 Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.  
						

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Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not 
be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default settings or 
you instruct the phone to forget the network. 
Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone 
to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain 
closed wireless networks. 
Wi-Fi Settings 
Use the W i-Fi settings menu to manually set your W i-Fi connection options. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Wi-Fi. 
3. Tap the W i-Fi switch to turn Wi-Fi on . 
 You will see the names and security settings of in-range W i-Fi networks. 
 To disable W i-Fi, tap the switch again . 
4. Tap  > Advanced Wi-Fi. 
5. Configure your W i-Fi settings. 
Disconnect Wi-Fi 
You may wish to disconnect from a connected W i-Fi network without turning W i-Fi off. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Wi-Fi. 
3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap FORGET. 
 After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to 
reconnect. 
Wi-Fi Direct 
Use W i-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply via W i-Fi, without an access point 
or the Internet. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Wi-Fi. 
3. Tap the W i-Fi switch to turn Wi-Fi on . 
 You will see the names and security settings of in-range W i-Fi networks.  
						

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4. Tap  > Advanced Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Direct. 
5. Tap a device with which to connect. 
 If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 
6. Accept the connection on the other device. 
 If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled. 
 To stop a connection, tap the a device > OK. 
Wi-Fi Hotspot 
Wi-Fi Hotspot allows you to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot. When this feature is turned on, you can 
share your phones mobile data services via Wi-Fi with other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The feature works 
best when used in conjunction with 4G data services (although 3G service can also be used). 
Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Visit boostmobile.com to learn 
more. 
Note: Turning on Hotspot will disable your phones connection to other Wi-Fi networks. 
Set Up Wi-Fi Hotspot 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Tethering > Wi-Fi Hotspot. 
3. Tap the switch to turn Wi-Fi hotspot on .  
 Wi-Fi hotspot is enabled. 
 To disable W i-Fi hotspot, tap the switch again . 
Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply. 
Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen).  
Connect to Wi-Fi Hotspot  
1. Enable W i-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.). 
2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your phone hotspot from the network list. 
3. Select this phone and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the passkey (provided on the Wi-
Fi Hotspot page). 
4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.  
						

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Tethering 
Use Tethering to share your device‘s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via 
Wi-Fi hotspot or by Bluetooth. 
Important: Use of the Tethering feature requires an additional subscription. Visit boostmobile.com to 
learn more. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab > Tethering. 
2. Select a tethering option: Wi-Fi hotspot or Bluetooth tethering. 
 Wi-Fi hotspot: Allows other devices to connect to your phone via W i-Fi. 
 Bluetooth: Pair your phone with the other device via Bluetooth. 
Tip: For additional support with tethering, tap Help from the tethering menu. 
Bluetooth 
Bluetooth® is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number 
of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, 
computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 
30 feet. 
 Bluetooth Function Cautions 
Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data. 
Bluetooth Information 
Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands-free 
features, etc. 
Function Description 
Audio output Listen to music wirelessly. 
Hands-free calls Call hands-free, using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices and headsets. 
Data exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth devices. 
Enable the Bluetooth Feature 
Use the settings menu to enable or disable your phone‘s Bluetooth capabilities. 
● Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the phone. 
● The phone may not connect properly depending on the other device.  
						

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● Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls depending on the conditions. 
To enable Bluetooth: 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Bluetooth. 
3. Tap the switch to turn Bluetooth on . 
 To disable Bluetooth, tap the switch again . 
Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the Notifications window. Drag the 
Status bar down to display the Notifications window and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. 
Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless 
phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals. 
Pair Bluetooth Devices 
Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth devices can be connected simply. 
■ Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand. 
To pair Bluetooth devices: 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Bluetooth. 
 Nearby devices appear in the ―AVAILABLE DEVICES‖ list. 
 If a target device is not detected, tap SEARCH to search again. 
3. Tap a device from the ―AVAILABLE DEVICES‖ list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair 
with the device. 
 Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices used. 
Unpairing from a Paired Device 
1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings  next to the paired device you wish to unpair. 
2. Tap Unpair. 
 The device is unpaired from your phone. To make another connection with the device, you will 
need to pair again.  
						

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Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device 
You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a 
compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It‘s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free 
devices. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab. 
2. Tap Bluetooth. 
 Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the ―PAIRED DEVICES‖ list. 
3. Tap a device from the ―PAIRED DEVICES‖ list. 
 Your phone connects to the paired device. 
The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device‘s name in the Bluetooth devices section. 
When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon  is displayed in the Status bar. 
Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to 
listen to music or make and receive phone calls. 
Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and 
operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all 
Bluetooth-compatible devices. 
Send Information Using Bluetooth 
You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device 
such as a phone or notebook computer.  
Types of Data You Can Send via Bluetooth 
You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to: 
● Images and videos 
● Calendar events 
● Contacts 
● Audio files 
In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example. 
Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth 
1. Tap  >  > Contacts . 
2. Tap a contact to send. 
3. Tap  > Share > Bluetooth.  
						

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4. Tap a paired device to receive the data. 
 The contact information is sent. 
 If you see a message to confirm, follow the onscreen instructions. 
Receive Data via Bluetooth 
Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures, music 
tracks, and documents such as PDFs. 
1. When another device attempts to send a file to your phone via Bluetooth, you will see a request 
to accept the file. 
2. Tap ACCEPT. 
 The file is sent to your phone. 
 When your phone receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, 
drag the Status bar down to display the Notifications window, and then tap the notification.  
 When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: 
• Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For 
example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the default music application. 
• For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap 
Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on using 
the Calendar, see Calendar.) 
• For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can 
choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list. 
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 
From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to 
connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. 
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection 
Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials 
or install security certificates before you can connect to your company‘s local network. You can get this 
information from your network administrator. Before you can initiate a VPN connection, your phone must 
first establish a Wi-Fi or data connection.  
Set Up Secure Credential Storage 
If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, follow the 
instructions below. 
1. Tap  >  > Settings  > Networks tab >Security.