Google 帳號設定 第一次開啟您的平板電腦時,您可以啟動網絡,以登入至您的 Google 帳號, 並選擇您想如何使用某些 Google 服務。 要設定 Google 帳號 • 於系統提示的設定畫面登入 Google 帳號。 或者 • 從桌面點按應用程式 > 應用程式標籤 > 設定 > 帳號及同步處理 > 新增帳號 > Google。 若您有 Google 帳戶,請輸入您的電郵地址,然後點選繼續。 否則,點按或建 立新帳戶,輸入所需資訊以建立新 Google 帳戶。 於平板電腦上設定了您的 Google 帳號後,您的平板電腦會自動於網上與您的 Google 帳號進行同步。 您的通訊錄、Gmail 訊息、行事曆事件及其他資訊會從網上的應用程式及服務 同步至您的平板電腦。 (這視乎您的同步設定。) 登入後,您可使用 Gmail™ 並在平板電腦上使用 Google 服務。...
與 Windows Media Player 同步 確保電腦已安裝 Windows Media Player。 使用 USB 數據線將平板電腦連接至已安裝 Windows Media Player 的 PC。 選擇媒體設備 (MTP) 選項。 連接完成後,電腦會出現彈出式視窗。 選擇 Windows Media Player 選項, 以同步音樂檔案。 在彈出式視窗編輯或輸入您的裝置名稱(如有需要)。 選擇並拖放要同步列表的音樂檔案。 開啟同步。 • 必須符合以下要求以完成與 Windows Media Player 的同步。 項目 要求 Microsoft Windows XP SP2、Vista 或更高版本 Window Media Player 版本 Windows Media Player 10 或更高版本 • 如 Windows Media Player 版本為低於 10,請安裝版本 10 或更高版本。 用於 Mac OS X 使用者的 PC 連接和 USB 纜線 設定 Android 檔案傳輸程式後,可從平板電腦傳輸媒體內容至 Mac OS X 電腦 中,反之亦然。 從 android.com 網站為 Mac 使用者下載並安裝 Android 檔案傳輸程式 (http://www.android.com/filetransfer/)。 要將平板電腦連接至您的電腦,雙擊 AFT(Android 檔案傳輸程式)應用程 式,將它啟動。 可檢視媒體內容、拖放媒體檔案至平板電腦(或電腦),或從中拖放。...
LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld 提供刺激的內容元素 – 字型、主題、遊戲、應用程式。 如何從平板電腦進入 LG SmartWorld 點按 > 應用程式 > 應用程式標籤 > 點按 圖示訪問 LG SmartWorld。 點按登入並輸入 LG SmartWord 的 ID/PW。 如您尚未註冊,點按註冊以獲 得您的 LG SmartWorld 會籍 下載想要的內容。 • LG SmartWorld 或未能在所有運營商或國家中提供。 注意:如果沒有 圖示該怎麼辦? 使用手機網絡瀏覽器,存取 LG SmartWorld(www.lgsmartworld.com) 並選擇您的國家/地區。 下載 LG SmartWorld 應用程式。 運行并安裝下載的檔案。 點按 圖示,以訪問 LG SmartWorld。 只在 LG SmartWorld 提供的特別優點 用您自己的方式裝扮您的平板電腦,用 LG SmartWorld 上提供的主頁主 題、鍵盤主題和字體個性化平板電腦。 (然而,該服務僅可供特定裝置 使用。 請瀏覽 LG SmartWorld 網站以檢視其可用性)。 加入始終如一提供的推廣計劃,暢享 LG SmartWorld 的特別服務。...
Google 帐户设置 首次打开平板电脑时,您有机会激活网络,登录 Google 帐户,并选择要如何 使用某些 Google 服务。 设置您的 Google 帐户 • 从提示的设置屏幕登录到 Google 帐户。 或者 • 在主屏上轻触应用程序 > 应用程序选项卡 > 设置 > 帐户与同步 > 添加帐户 > Google。 如果您已有 Google 帐户,请输入您的电子邮件地址,然后轻触下一步。 否 则,点触或创建新帐戶,然后输入所需信息以新建 Google 帐户。 在平板电脑上设置了 Google 帐户后,平板电脑将自动与网络上的 Google 帐 户同步。 您的联系人、Gmail 信息、日历事件和来自网络上这些应用程序和服务的其他 信息将与您的平板电脑同步。 (这将取决于您的同步设置。) 登录后,可在平板电脑上使用 Gmail™ 收发邮件和利用 Google 服务。...
与 Windows Media Player 同步 确保 Windows Media Player 已安装在您的 PC 上。 使用 USB 数据线将平板电脑连接到安装有 Windows Media Player 的 PC。 选择媒体设备 (MTP) 选项。 连接后,PC 上显示弹出窗口。 选择“Windows Media Player”选项以同步 音乐文件。 在弹出窗口中编辑或输入设备的名称(如有必要)。 选择音乐文件并拖至同步列表。 开始同步。 • 要与 Windows Media Player 同步,必须满足以下要求。 项目 要求 操作系统 Microsoft Windows XP SP2、Vista 或更高 Window Media Player 版本 Windows Media Player 10 或更高版本 • 如果 Windows Media Player 版本低于第 10 版,请安装第 10 版或更高版本。 PC 连接 USB 数据线适用于 Mac OS X 用户 通过设置 Android 文件传输程序,您可以在平板电脑和 Mac OS X PC 中传输 媒体内容。 从面向 Mac 用户的 android.com 网站 (http://www.android.com/filetransfer/) 下载 并安装 Android 文件传输程序。 连接平板电脑和计算机,然后双击 AFT(Android 文件传输程序)应用程 序启动。 您可以查看媒体内容,从/向平板电脑(或 PC)拖放媒体文件。...
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Table of contents About this user guide ......5 Swipe or slide ..........30 Double-tap ..........30 About this user guide ......5 Pinch-to-Zoom ......... 30 Trademarks ..........6 Rotate the screen ........30 DivX HD ..........6 Home screen ........30 Dolby Digital Plus ........
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Enter suggested word using gesture Synchronize with Windows Media control ............43 Player ............53 Entering special characters ....44 PC connections with a USB cable for Mac OS X users ......... 54 Google account setup .......45 Contacts ..........55 Connecting to Networks and Searching for a contact ......55 Devices ..........46 Adding a new contact ......55...
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Restoring tablet data ......106 POLARIS Office 5 ......84 Google+..........85 Tablet software update ....108 Voice Search .........85 Tablet software update .....108 Downloads ..........86 LG tablet software update via Box............86 Over-the-Air (OTA) ......108 LG SmartWorld ........86 Accessories ........110 The Web ..........88 Troubleshooting .........111 Internet..........88...
About this user guide About this user guide • Before using your device, please carefully read this manual. This will ensure that you use your device safely and correctly. • Some of the images and screenshots provided in this guide may appear differently on your tablet. • Your content may differ from the final product, or from software supplied by service providers or carriers, This content may be subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this manual, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. • Your device's applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications. LG cannot be held liable for any performance issues resulting from the use of applications developed by providers other than LG. • LG cannot be held liable for performance or incompatibility issues resulting from edited registry settings being edited or operating system software being modified. Any attempt to customize your operating system may cause the device or its applications to not work as they should. • Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes is, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully are entirely responsible for the illegal use of media. • Additional charges may be applied for data services, such as messaging, uploading and downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan to is suitable for your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.
Trademarks • LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. DivX HD This DivX Certified device has passed rigorous testing to ensure it plays DivX video. To play purchased DivX movies, first register your device at vod.divx.com. Find your registration code in the DivX VOD section of your device setup menu. DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 720p, including premium content. DivX , DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, LLC and are used under license.
Dolby Digital Plus Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Digital Plus, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Should a fault occur, a software tool is built into your device that will gather a fault log. This tool gathers only data specific to the fault, such as signal strength and applications loaded. The log is used only to help determine the cause of the fault. These logs are encrypted and can only be accessed by an authorized LG Repair centre should you need to return your device for repair. Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This tablet device model LG-V500 has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. • The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). Tests for SAR are conducted using standardised methods with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all used frequency bands. • While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various LG device models, they are all designed to meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves. • The SAR limit recommended by the International Commission on Non- Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is 2 W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue. • The highest SAR value for this device when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 0.720 W/kg.
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• This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 0.00 cm away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the product at least 0.00 cm away from your body. In order to transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed. Product care and maintenance WARNING Notice for Battery replacement • For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product. If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. • Li-Ion Battery is a hazardous component which can cause injury. • Battery replacement by non-qualified professional can cause damage to your device. WARNING Only use batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular device model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the device and may be dangerous.
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• Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required. • Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced. • Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios and personal computers. • The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers. • Do not drop. • Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock. • Switch off the device in any area where you are required to by special regulations. For example, do not use your device in hospitals as it may affect sensitive medical equipment. • Do not handle the device with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock and can seriously damage your device. • Do not charge a device near flammable material as the device can become hot and create a fire hazard. • Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner or alcohol). • Do not charge the tablet when it is on soft furnishings. • The device should be charged in a well ventilated area. • Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust. • Do not keep the device next to credit cards or transport tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic strips. • Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may damage the tablet.
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• Do not expose the device to liquid or moisture. • Use accessories like earphones cautiously. • Do not use, touch or attempt to remove or fix broken, chipped or cracked glass. Damage to the glass display due to abuse or misuse is not covered under the warranty. • Your tablet is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your device during or immediately after operation. • If your device gets wet, immediately unplug it to dry off completely. Do not attempt to accelerate the drying process with an external heating source, such as an oven, microwave or hair dryer. • The liquid in your wet device, changes the color of the product label inside your device. Damage to your device as a result of exposure to liquid is not covered under your warranty. • Use your tablet in temperatures between 0 ºC and 40 ºC, if possible. Exposing your device to extremely low or high temperatures may result in damage, malfunction, or even explosion. Efficient device operation Electronics devices All tablet device may receive interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use your tablet device near medical equipment without requesting permission. Avoid placing the tablet over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket. • Some hearing aids might be disturbed by tablet device. • Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs etc.
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Road safety Check the laws and regulations on the use of tablet device in the area when you drive. • Do not use a hand-held device while driving. • Give full attention to driving. • RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your vehicle such as car stereos and safety equipment. • When your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not obstruct with installed or portable wireless equipment. It can cause the air bag to fail or cause serious injury due to improper performance. • If you are listening to music whilst out and about, please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable level so that you are aware of your surroundings. This is of particular importance when near roads. Avoid damage to your hearing NOTE: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods • Damage 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 tablet close to your ear. We also recommend that music volumes are set to a reasonable level. • When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you, or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are listening to.
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Glass Parts Some parts of your tablet device are made of glass. This glass could break if your device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your device until the glass is replaced by an authorised service provider. Blasting area Do not use the tablet where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions and follow any regulations or rules. Potentially explosive atmospheres • Do not use your tablet at a refueling point. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same compartment of your vehicle as your tablet device or accessories. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. • Turn your tablet off before boarding any aircraft. • Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew. Children Keep the device in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached. This device also contains an internal battery that can be hazardous if the device is not used or maintained properly.
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Battery information and care • You do not need to completely discharge the battery before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is no memory effect that could compromise the battery's performance. • Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are designed to maximise the battery life. • Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery. • Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a long time to maximise usability. • Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight or use it in high humidity, such as in the bathroom. Do not leave the device in hot or cold places, as this may deteriorate battery performance. • There is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. • Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. • If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. • Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the tablet is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger. • Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. • Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with the battery. This could cause a fire.
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How to update your tablet Access to latest firmware releases, new software functions and improvements. • Update your tablet without a PC. Select Update Center > Software Update. • Update your tablet by connecting it to your PC. For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp select country and language. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this LG-V500 product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/declaration...
Important notice Please read this before you start using your tablet! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your tablet are described in this section before taking the tablet in for service or calling a service representative. 1. Tablet Memory You need to check your tablet memory and delete some data, such as applications, to make more memory available. To uninstall applications: Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Apps. Once all of the applications appear, select the application you want to uninstall. Tap Uninstall and OK to confirm. 2. Before installing an open source application and operating system (OS) WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your tablet to malfunction. In addition, your...
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WARNING To protect your tablet and personal data, only download applications from trusted sources, such as Play Store. If there are improperly installed applications on your tablet, the tablet may not work normally or a serious error may occur. You must uninstall those applications and all associated data and settings from the tablet. 3. Using a Screen Lock Set an screen lock to secure your tablet. Tap > > Apps tab > Settings > Display > Lock screen > Select screen lock and select a desired screen lock from Swipe, Knock Code, Pattern, PIN and Password. You can create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your screen lock. Caution: Create or sign into a Google account before setting a screen lock and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your screen lock. WARNING Precautions to take when using a screen lock. It is very important to remember the screen lock you set. You will not be able to access your tablet if you use an incorrect screen lock 5 times. You have 5 opportunities to enter your unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you have used all 5 opportunities, you can try again after 30 seconds.
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< If you have forgotten your PIN or Password > If you forget your PIN or Password, you will need to perform a hard reset. Caution: If you perform a hard reset, all user applications and user data will be deleted. NOTE: If you have not logged into your Google Account and have forgotten your Pattern, you will need to enter your Backup PIN. 4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your tablet does not restore to its original condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset) to initialize it. Turn the tablet off. Press and hold the Power/Lock key + Volume Down key on the right side of the tablet. Release only the Power/Lock Key when the LG logo is displayed and keep pressing the Volume Down Key. Immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Up Key at the same time while maintaining the Volume Down Key pressed.
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Release all keys when the Factory hard reset screen is displayed. Press the Power/Lock Key to continue or either of the Volume Keys to cancel. Press the Power/Lock Key once more to confirm or either of the Volume Keys to cancel. Your device will perform a hard reset. WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset. 5. When the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the tablet does not respond when you try to operate it: Press and hold the Power/Lock Key for over 8 seconds until the LG logo is displayed to restart your tablet. If it still does not work, please contact the service center.
Getting to know your device Tablet Overview Front-Facing Camera lens Ambient Light Sensor Power/Lock key Volume keys Touch screen Camera lens Speakers Earphone Jack microSD Card Slot IR LED Charger/USB port Microphone NOTE: Ensure the microphone is not blocked when recording a video or audio clip.
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Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself. You Front-Facing can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for Camera lens optimal performance. microSD Card Insert microSD Card for storing files such as music, Slot videos and photos. Allows you to plug in an optional headset for Earphone Jack convenient, hands-free conversations. You can also plug in headphones to listen to music. Ambient Light Measures the surrounding light and adjusts the LCD Sensor brightness to provide a vivid screen. Press to lock/unlock the screen. Press and hold to turn Power/Lock key the tablet on/off, restart it, activate/deactivate airplane mode, and change the sound settings. Allow you to adjust the media volumes. Press and hold Volume keys both keys at the same time to access the QuickMemo feature. Allows you to connect the tablet and the USB Cable Charger/USB for use with the charger adapter, or other compatible port accessories. Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for Camera lens optimal performance. Use to listen to the audio from the selected function Speakers (e.g., music, videos, sound clips, etc.).
WARNING • Placing a heavy object on the tablet or sitting on it can damage the LCD and touch screen functions. • Do not cover the LCD Ambient Light Sensor with protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction. TIP! • Tap the Menu icon whenever you open an application to check what options are available. • If the device is locked and does not work, press and hold the Power/ Lock Key for over 8 seconds until LG logo is displayed to restart your tablet. Charging your tablet A USB adapter, which is included with your tablet, is used to charge the battery. Before using your tablet for the first time, make sure the battery is fully charged. NOTE: Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product. Warning! If the touch screen does not function while the tablet’s in the process of charging, this may be due to an unstable power supply. If this occurs, disconnect the USB cable from the device or unplug the USB adapter from the power outlet.
Connect the USB adapter and USB cable. Plug the USB cable (as shown below) into the tablet’s Charger/USB port. Plug the charger into an electrical socket. NOTE: The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime. Optimizing Battery Life You can extend your battery’s life between charges by turning off features that you don’t need to run constantly in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. To extend the life of your battery • Turn off radio communications that you aren’t using, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPS. • Lower screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. • Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail™, Calendar, Contacts, and other applications.
• Some applications you have downloaded may cause your battery power to be reduced. • While using downloaded applications, check the battery charged level. To view the battery charge level From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet > Battery. The battery status (charging or discharging) and level are displayed on the top menu of the screen. To monitor and control what uses the battery > About tablet > From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings Battery > Battery usage. The screen displays battery usage time and also lists applications or services using battery power from greatest amount to least. Inserting a microSD card Your device supports the use of microSD memory cards of up to 128 GB capacity. Multimedia contents can be saved in the microSD card. P lace your fingernail in the cutout and gently pull the memory card slot cover to remove it.
I nsert the memory card into the slot with the contacts facing towards the screen. Carefully push the memory card slot cover into the tablet to close Removing the microSD card To safely remove the microSD card from your tablet, first you need to unmount it. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card. Open the microSD card tray and push the card in to release it. Gently pull the microSD card from the slot. Warning! Do not remove the microSD card without unmounting it first. Otherwise, it may damage the microSD card as well as your tablet, and the data stored on the microSD card may be corrupted.
Formatting the microSD card Warning! All files stored on your microSD card are deleted when you format the card. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage. Tap Erase SD card (twice). If you set an unlock pattern, enter it and tap Erase everything. The card will then be formatted and ready to use. NOTE: If there is content on your microSD card, the folder structure may be different after formatting since all the files will have been deleted. Locking and unlocking the screen If you do not use the tablet for a while, the screen will be automatically turned off and locked. This helps to prevent accidental touches and saves battery power. When you are not using the your tablet, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your tablet. If there are any programs running when you lock your screen, they may be still running in Lock mode. It is recommended that you exit all programs before entering Lock mode to avoid unnecessary charges (e.g. web access, data communications). To wake up your tablet, press the Power/Lock Key . The Lock screen will appear. Touch and slide the Lock screen in any direction to unlock your Home screen. The last screen you viewed will open.
Turning the screen on using the KnockON feature The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn the screen on or off. • Quickly double-tap the center of the screen to turn the screen on. • Quickly double-tap the Status Bar, an empty area on the Home screen, or the Lock screen to turn the screen off. Unlocking your screen using the Knock Code feature The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks (or taps) on the screen. • While the screen is off, tap the same sequence you established anywhere on the screen. The Home screen will be accessed directly.
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To activate Knock Code feature From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code. This opens a screen that will guide you through how to select the unlock sequence. You have to create a backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock sequence.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your tablet. NOTE: • To select an item, touch the center of the icon. • Do not press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm touch. • Use the tip of your finger to touch the option you want. Be careful not to touch any other keys. Tap or touch A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. For example, to open a contact's available options, touch and hold the contact in the Contacts list until the context menu opens. Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.
Swipe or slide To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don’t drag an item instead). For example, you can slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list, or browse through the different Home screen canvases by swiping from left to right (and vice versa). Double-tap Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map. For example, quickly double- tap a section of a webpage to adjust that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double-tap to zoom in and out when viewing a picture and when using Maps. Double-tap a word to highlight it. Double-tap can also activate the KnockON feature to turn the touchscreen on or off. Pinch-to-Zoom Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser, Maps, or when browsing pictures. Rotate the screen From many applications and menus, the orientation of the screen adjusts to the device's physical orientation. Home screen Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view the panels. You can customize each panel with apps, downloads, widgets and wallpapers. The Quick Keys are available at the bottom part of the Home screen and provide easy, one-touch access to the functions you use the most. NOTE: Some screen images may be different depending on your region.
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Status Bar – Shows device status information, including the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, battery status, and notification icons. Application icons – Tap an icon (application, widget, folder, etc.) to open and use it. Quick Keys – Provide easy, one-touch access to the functions used most often. Dual window Key – Tap to change to dual window mode. It allows you to manage two different apps at the same time by splitting the screen in two. Recent Apps Key – Tap to display recently used applications. You can also touch and hold it to display the Menu options in applications. Home Key – Returns to the Home screen (or returns to your default Home screen canvas from any of the Home screen extension canvases). Touch and hold it to access Google Now. Back Key – Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items such as menus, dialog boxes, and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access Dual window.
Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps, downloads, widgets or wallpapers. For more convenience using your tablet, add your favorite apps and widgets to the Home screen. To add items on your Home screen: Touch and hold the empty part of the Home screen. Tap the Apps or Widgets tab. Drag the desired item to the desired location and lift your finger. To remove an item from the Home screen: Touch and hold the icon you want to remove, drag it to , and lift your finger. TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add and drag it to the desired location. TIP! You can add several app icons in a folder. Drop one app icon over another one on a Home screen, and a folder will be created. Opening, switching, and stopping apps Tap to display recently used applications. You can keep multiple apps running at the same time, and switch between several open apps. You can...
Using Dual Window The Dual Window feature splits the screen to enable multi-tasking, drag and drop interaction, auto-linking and recently used apps. Touch to split the screen or touch and hold the until the app list is displayed. Touch or drag an app icon to the desired space. Tap to display the following options. You can also drag the tabs to change the size of the windows. Switch two screens. Change the apps list. Full screen view. Close the apps. To disable the Dual Window feature > Dual window. Tap > Apps > Settings Tap the Dual Window switch to toggle it to OFF. TIP! You can launch two Internet apps at the same time.
Customizing app icons on the Home screen You can customize each application icon with images from your Gallery. Touch and hold an application icon until it’s unlocked from its current position. Then drop it on the screen. The editing icon will appear in the upper right corner of the application. Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and tap OK. Or tap Add new and adjust the icon size and select an image from your Gallery. To view other Home screen panels • Swipe (or flick) your finger left or right across the Home screen. • Pinch in on the Home screen to display the mini panel view, then tap the Home screen panel you want to view.
Quick access To view the quick access items, touch anywhere in the front key area and drag up. The following options are available: Google Now. Notifications Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as to ongoing events, such as downloads. From the Notifications Panel, you can view your tablet’s current status and pending notifications. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons showing things like Wi-Fi or battery strength on the right. Pending notifications System notifications...
Accessing notifications Swipe the Status Bar down to open the Notifications Panel and access notifications. To close the Notifications Panel, swipe the bar that is at the bottom of the screen upwards. Quick Settings Bar – Swipe to the right or left to scroll through the list. Tap an icon to activate/ deactivate the feature. QSlide Apps – Tap a QSlide app to open as a small window on your screen. Tap to remove, add, or rearrange QSlide apps. Slide to the left and right to adjust the screen brightness and volume. Clear Button – Tap here to clear your list of event- based notifications. Tap a notification to open it. Quick Settings on the Notifications Panel Use the Quick Settings to easily toggle function settings like Wi-Fi. The Quick Settings are located at the top of the Notifications Panel. NOTE: Touch and hold an icon in the Quick Settings Bar to view the function's settings menu.
To rearrange Quick Setting options on the Notification Panel Open the Notifications Panel, swipe the Quick Settings to the left, and tap . To rearrange items, drag to the desired location. To add more icons, checkmark the desired functions. QSlide apps on the Notifications Panel QSlide apps are displayed in a bar on the Notifications Panel below the Quick Settings Bar. These icons provide a quick, convenient way to multi-task on the same screen (similar to picture-in-picture on a TV). QSlide displays a small application window on the screen that can be moved, resized, or made transparent. NOTE: You can remove the QSlide apps bar by tapping the QSlide icon in the Quick Settings bar. Using the QSlide apps Tap any of the QSlide apps in the bar to activate it. When activated, the QSlide feature opens the application in a window in the foreground, allowing you to access other applications in the background. You can open up to two QSlide windows at a time. Notification icons on the Status Bar The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones.
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Bluetooth is on System warning Vibrate mode is on Silent mode is on Battery fully charged Battery is charging Content sharing is on Downloading data Uploading data An alarm is set GPS is on Data is syncing New Gmail message New Hangouts message A song is currently playing Tablet is connected to PC via USB cable Battery saver mode is on VPN is connected...
Multiple Users Only one tablet owner ID can be created, but multiple user IDs can be added so that others can log in and use the tablet independently. Each user can configure their own tablet settings, use their own storage space, and have their own app update privileges. Tablet owner privileges • Only the tablet owner ID can add a new user log in ID and remove user IDs. Multiple tablet user limitations • All users share the same battery, internal memory, and data usage with all of the other users. • The language settings set by one user apply to all of the other users. • Each user can configure and use only their own content and data (e.g., Home screen settings, Sound settings, etc.). • Any user can accept updated app permissions on the behalf of all of the other users. • Messages and scheduled calendar events will be sent to notify the specified user ID only. • Once a user starts printing a document using Mobile Print, the print job will continue even if the user ID is changed. • Data transfer, download, multimedia play, and communication services will stop if the user ID is changed. However, the data transfer through Play Store can be continued even if the user ID is changed.
To add a new user on your tablet > Users > Add user. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings Select the type of user you want to add. • User: Users have their own apps and content. • Restricted user: You can restrict access to apps and content from your account. The setup wizard opens to help you add a new user. Touch Set up now. • After creating a new user, that person needs to go through the setup process upon their first login. To switch users Pull down the Status bar at the top of the screen. Touch the user icon to show user switching panel. Touch one of the user icons on the screen. Choose from the owner name or any other user names you created. QSlide The QSlide function enables an overlay window on your tablet’s display for easy multi-tasking. QSlide windows can be opened from the QSlide apps bar on the Notifications panel, or directly from the applications that support the QSlide function. Open the Notifications Panel and tap the desired app from the QSlide apps section.
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While using an application that supports QSlide, tap . The function will be displayed continuously as a small window on your screen. Using QSlide The QSlide function opens the associated app in a window in the foreground, allowing you to access other apps in the background. It’s displayed continuously on the screen until you close it. Tap to run QSlide. Tap to exit QSlide and return to full window. Tap to adjust the transparency. Tap to close QSlide. Tap to adjust the size. NOTE: The QSlide function can support up to two windows at the same time. QSlide only supports the following applications: Video, Internet, Calendar, Email, File Manager, and Calculator.
Capturing a Screenshot Press and hold the Volume Down Key and Power/Lock Key at the same time for 2 seconds to capture a screenshot of the current screen. To view the captured image, go to Apps > Gallery > Screenshots folder. Using QuickMemo+ to capture a screenshot On the screen you want to capture, drag the Status Bar downward and select QuickMemo+ Press and hold both Volume Keys at the same time. Using Capture plus to capture a screenshot of the browser This feature allows you to capture a portion of the screen in the default Internet browser. Open the Internet app and navigate to the page you want to capture a screen shot of. > Capture plus. Tap the Menu icon Adjust the blue box to the desired size, and then tap Save. The selected area is saved to the Capture plus folder in the Gallery.
Text Input Methods The on-screen keyboard displays automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the on-screen keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text. Word suggestions Word suggestions Displays the word you've entered. Tap to delete the Tap once to previous character. capitalize the next letter you type. Double- Tap to create a new tap for all caps. line in the message field. Tap to switch to the Tap to select one numbers and symbols of the desired keyboard keyboard. types. Tap to enter a space. Tap to select the keyboard language. Tap to access the LG keyboard settings. Enter suggested word using gesture control Enter text on the keyboard and the related word suggestions appear. Tap or flick upward on the left side of the keyboard to select the left-side suggestion. Tap or flick upward on the right side of the keyboard to select the right-side suggestion.
Split keyboard using gesture The split keyboard feature allows you to use both hands to type. Each half of the keyboard withdraws to the left and right of the screen. To change the keyboard height Adjust height of keyboard to show more of the screen and to control keyboard more easily. > Keyboard height and layout > Keyboard height in portrait > Tap • Tap and drag the icon to adjust the keyboard height. To change the bottom row keys • Tap > Keyboard height and layout > QWERTY keyboard layout > Tap and drag to add or delete keys or change the order. NOTE: Only QWERTY, QWERTZ, AZERTY keyboards can be customized. This function dose not support some languages. Entering special characters The on-screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters (e.g. "á").
Google account setup When you first turn on your tablet, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. To set up your Google account • Sign into a Google Account from the prompted setup screen. • From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account > Google. If you already have a Google account, enter your email address and tap NEXT. Otherwise, touch OR CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT and enter the necessary information to create a new Google Account. Once you have set up your Google account on your tablet, your tablet automatically synchronizes with your Google account on the Web. Your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events and other information from these applications and services on the Web are synchronized with your tablet. (This will depend on your synchronization settings.) After signing in, you can use Gmail™ and take advantage of Google services on your tablet.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. Connecting to Wi-Fi networks To use Wi-Fi on your tablet, you need to access a wireless access point or ‘hotspot’ . Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or use security features; you must configure your tablet to be able to connect to them. Turn off Wi-Fi when you're not using it to extend the life of your battery. Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a Wi-Fi network From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings > Wi-Fi. Tap to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap Search to see a list of active and in-range Wi-Fi networks. • Secured networks are indicated by a lock icon. Touch a network to connect to it. • If the network is secured, you are prompted to enter a password or other credentials. (Ask your network administrator for details) The Status Bar displays icons that indicate your Wi-Fi status.
Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones and tablets. NOTE: • LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. • Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth SIG, may be incompatible with your device. Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your tablet with a Bluetooth device You must pair your device with another device before you connect to it. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings > Bluetooth. Tap the Bluetooth switch to turn it on. Tap the check box next to your tablet's name to make your tablet visible to other Bluetooth devices. NOTE: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap the Menu icon > Visibility timeout.
A list of available devices will be displayed. Tap the device you want to pair with from the list. NOTE: Depending on the type of device, you may have to enter matching codes, confirm matching codes, or the devices may automatically pair. Once pairing is successful, your tablet will connect to the other device. NOTE: Your tablet doesn't support Handsfree Profile. Therefore, the use of call features with some of accessories, such as Bluetooth headsets or Bluetooth-enabled devices, may not be available for this device. Send data using the Bluetooth feature Open the item and tap OR Touch and hold the item and select Share. OR Open the item and tap the Menu icon > Share. Tap Bluetooth to share via Bluetooth. NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. Receive data using the Bluetooth feature Refer to the Bluetooth device's user guide to send a file to your tablet. Both devices must be paired and Bluetooth must be on. Pair the devices and tap Accept when you receive a Bluetooth Authorization Request to accept the file(s).
SmartShare You can use the SmartShare feature easily in the Gallery, Music apps, and others. Enjoying the content via a variety of devices You can share your tablet's content with a variety devices. Tap or tap > SmartShare to share the content in the Gallery, Music, POLARIS Office 5 apps. Playing/Sending Play – You can play the content via a TV, a Bluetooth speaker or etc. Beam – You can send the content to the device of Bluetooth and SmartShare Beam supported. • SmartShare Beam – This allows to transfer the content feature fast via Wi-Fi Direct. < Play > < Beam > Enjoying the content from Nearby devices You can enjoy the content from nearby devices (i.e. PC, NAS, Mobile) in the Gallery and Music apps. Connecting devices Connect your device and other devices supported by DLNA in the same Wi-Fi network.
Searching other devices Tap Nearby devices, then you can see the DLNA-supported devices. Connect to the device to view the content. Using the content from the Cloud You can use the content from the cloud (i.e., Dropbox) in the Gallery and Music apps. Using the Cloud NOTE: The supported features may vary depending on the cloud. Retrieving data may take some time depending on the cloud. Select Cloud in the Gallery and Music apps. Select the cloud what you want to use and log in. You can use the content of the cloud after logging in. Set the cloud settings to select the app to use the cloud. QPair By connecting your tablet and mobile phone via QPair, you can sync incoming calls, messages, and social networking notifications between your tablet and mobile phone.
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and tap Get started > Start on your tablet first and then Run QPair run the same steps on your phone. TIP! QPair may not be pre-installed on the phone. Go to the Google Play Store and search for QPair and install it. NOTE: • QPair works with phones running Android 4.1 or later. Some features may be limited depending on your phone model. • Since QPair uses the Bluetooth function, it may not work normally if you change the Bluetooth settings while QPair is in use. Bluetooth connection will be turned on automatically.
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QPair features Call notifications – Sends the tablet a notification when the phone receives a call. The notification displays the caller's number and allows you to answer and decline the call. You can also change call settings, such as a ringtone, ringtone volume, ringtone with vibration, or send a decline message when you get a call. NOTE: You can only receive a call supported by Bluetooth technology. Dialing a call from the tablet using the QPair feature is not possible. Message notifications – Sends the tablet a notification when the phone receives a message. You can also change message settings, such as message pop-up, message preview, notification sound, and notification vibration. Social network notifications – Displays a social networking notification on your tablet's Status Bar when it arrives on your phone. NOTE: To enable this feature, turn the QPair social network notifications option on your phone (Settings > Accessibility > QPair social network notifications). This option allows you to be notified of social networking notifications on your tablet. QuickMemo+ transfer – Saves your current QuickMemo+ in the tablet's Gallery, and then syncs the tablet's Gallery with the Gallery on your phone. Internet via phone – Automatically connects your tablet to the Internet through your mobile phone (as a Wi-Fi hotspot). Using this feature may incur data charges. To save data usage on the phone, the phone automatically connects to any trusted Wi-Fi hotspots within range.
PC connections with a USB cable You can connect your tablet to your PC to charge it, transfer items to the PC from the tablet and vice versa. Transferring music, photos and videos using the Media device (MTP) mode Connect your tablet to a PC using a USB cable. If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. To change the settings, slide the Status Bar down and tap the current USB connection mode > Media device (MTP). You can now view the Media device content on your PC and transfer the files. NOTE: If you want to change the PC connection settings, slide the Status Bar down and select the USB connection mode option. This setting is visible on the Status Bar only when you connect a USB cable to your tablet. Synchronize with Windows Media Player Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on your PC. Use the USB cable to connect the tablet to a PC on which Windows Media Player has been installed. Select the Media device (MTP) option.
Edit or enter your device’s name in the pop-up window (if necessary). Select and drag music files to the sync list. Start synchronization. • The following requirements must be satisfied to synchronize with Windows Media Player. Items Requirement Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista or higher Window Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher • If the Windows Media Player version is older than 10, install version 10 or newer. PC connections with a USB cable for Mac OS X users You can transfer media contents to your Mac OS X PC from the tablet and vice versa by setting up the Android File Transfer program. Download and install the Android File Transfer program from android.com website for Mac Users (http://www.android.com/filetransfer/). Connect your tablet to your computer, and double click the AFT (Android File Transfer program) application to start it up. You can view the media contents, drag and drop the media file to and from the tablet (or PC).
Contacts You can add contacts on your tablet and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact From the Home screen, tap Contacts to open your contact list. Tap the Search contacts box and enter the contact's name. You can also tap a letter along the left side of the screen to access names starting with the chosen letter. Adding a new contact From the Home screen, tap Contacts Tap New contact . Select the desired account (if applicable). If you want to add a picture to the new contact, tap . Choose from Take photo to take a picture using the camera or Select from Gallery. Then browse for an image and select it. Tap to enter more specific name information. Enter the details about your contact. Tap Save. Favorite Contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites. To add a contact to your favorites From the Home screen, tap Contacts to open your contacts.
Tap the star to the right of the contact’s name. The star turns gold and the contact is added to your favorites. To remove a contact from your favorites list From the Home screen, tap Contacts to open your contacts. Tap the Favorites tab to view your favorite contacts. Tap a contact to view its details. Tap the gold star to the right of the contact’s name. The star turns grey and the contact is removed from your favorites. Creating a group From the Home screen, tap Contacts to open your contacts. Touch the Groups tab, then touch Enter a name for the new group. • Tap Add members to add contact entries to your new group. • Tap the ACCOUNT field to change the account(s) you want to save the new group to. Touch Save to save the group. NOTE: If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost. They will remain in your contacts.
Email You can use the Email application to read emails from services like Yahoo!, MSN, and AOL. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing an email account Tap the Email on the Home screen. The first time you open the Email application, a set-up wizard opens to help you to set up an email account. After the initial setup, the contents of your inbox are displayed. If you have added more than one account, you can switch among accounts. To add another email account: • Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Settings > Add account. To switch between accounts: If you've added more than one account, you can easily switch between them. From any email folder, tap the current account (at the top of the screen), then tap the account you want to access. To change an email general settings: Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon > Settings >...
Working with account folders Open the Email application and tap the Menu icon and select Folders. Each account has an Inbox, Outbox, Sent and Drafts folder. Depending on the features supported by your account’s service provider, you may have additional folders. Composing and sending email While in the Email application, tap Compose Enter an address for the message’s intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons. Tap Attach to attach files, if required. Enter the subject and your message. Tap Send to send the message. If you aren’t connected to a network, for example, if you’re working in airplane mode, the messages that you send will be stored in your Outbox folder until you connect to a network again. If it contains any pending messages, the Outbox will be displayed on the Accounts screen. Receiving emails When a new email arrives in your Inbox, you'll be notified by a sound or vibration (depending on your sound and vibration settings) and its notification icon appears on the Status Bar.
Entertainment Camera To open the Camera application, tap Camera on the Home screen. Getting to know the viewfinder S wap camera – Switch between the camera lens and the front–facing camera lens. S elect Mode – Allows you to choose a record mode to define. Settings – Touch this icon to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings on the following page. Video mode – Tap (or slide) to toggle between Camera mode and Video mode. Capture – Takes a picture. G allery – Touch to view the last photo you captured. This enables you to access your Gallery and view saved photos while in camera mode. NOTE: Please ensure the camera lens is clean before taking pictures.
Using the advanced settings In the viewfinder, tap to open the advanced options. After selecting the option, tap the Back Key Take photos by voice command. Defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the photo. Focuses on a specific spot. Selects photo resolution. If you choose high resolution, file size will increase, which means you will be able to store fewer photos in the memory. The ISO rating determines the sensitivity of the camera's light sensor. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the camera. This is useful in darker conditions when you cannot use the flash. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Applies artistic effects to your pictures. Sets a delay after the capture button is pressed. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo. Activate this to use your tablet's location-based services. Take pictures wherever you are and tag them with the location. If you upload tagged pictures to a blog that supports geo tagging, you can see the pictures displayed on a map. NOTE: This function is available when the GPS function is active or WIFI is connected. (depends on location-based service setting.)
Set a shutter sound. Set the Volume Key whether to use for the capture or zoom. Set the storage location for your pictures. Choose from Internal memory and SD card. Opens the help guide to know how a function operates. Restores all camera default settings. TIP! • When you exit the camera, some settings return to their defaults, such as white balance, color effect, timer and scene mode. Check these before you take your next photo. • The setting menu is superimposed over the viewfinder, so when you change photo color or quality elements, you will see a preview of the changed image behind the Settings menu. Taking a quick photo Open the Camera application. Point the lens towards the subject you want to photograph. A focus box will appear in the center of the viewfinder screen. You can also tap anywhere on the screen to focus on that spot. When the focus box turns Blue, the camera has focused on your subject. Touch to capture the photo.
To zoom in or out When taking a picture or recording a video, place two fingers anywhere on the screen and spread them apart to zoom in. To zoom back out, pinch them together. Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take photo, raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen. Then close your hand into a fist and a timer will start, allowing you time to get ready. Once you've taken a photo Tap the image preview by the thumbnail button to view the last photo you captured. Tap Gallery, then tap OK.
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Touch to edit the photo. Touch to take another photo immediately. Touch to send your memo to others or share it via social networking services. Touch to delete the photo. Touch to access more options. Touch to add the picture to your favorites. TIP! If you have a social networking account and set it up on your tablet, you can share your photo with your social networking community. Touch the Menu icon to open the following options. SmartShare – Touch to share your photo using the SmartShare function. Set image as – Touch to use the photo as a Home screen wallpaper, Contact photo, Lock screen wallpaper or Wallpaper. Move – Touch to move the photo to another album. Copy – Touch to copy the selected photo and save it to another album. Copy to Clip Tray – Touch to copy the photo and store in the Clip Tray. Slideshow – Automatically shows you the images in the current folder one after the other. Rotate left/right – Touch to rotate the picture to the left or right. Crop – Crop your photo. Move your finger across the screen to select the area to be cropped. Add location – To add the location information.
Rename – Touch to edit the name of the selected photo. Print – Allows you to print the picture. Details – Displays more information about the picture. Viewing your saved photos You can access your saved photos when in camera mode. Just tap the image preview by the capture button and your Gallery will be displayed. Choose the app to use to view and/or edit your photos. Tap Gallery or Photos Tap OK. • To view more photos, scroll left or right. • To zoom in or out, double-tap the screen or place two fingers and spread them apart (move your fingers closer together to zoom out). Video camera To open the video camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, then tap the Video mode icon (on the viewfinder) to switch to video mode. Getting to know the viewfinder...
S wap camera – Switch between the camera lens and the front–facing camera lens. Settings – Touch this icon to open the settings menu. See Using the advanced settings on the following page. C amera mode – Touch and slide up this icon to switch to camera mode. R ecord – Touch to start recording a video. Gallery – Touch to view the last video you recorded. This enables you to access your Gallery and view your saved videos while in video mode. TIP! When recording a video, place two fingers on the screen and pinch to use the Zoom function. NOTE: Ensure the microphone is not blocked when recording a video or audio clip. Using the advanced settings Using the viewfinder, touch to open all the advanced options. Tap to set the size (in pixels) of the video you are recording. Defines and controls the amount of sunlight entering the video. Prevent shaking while video recording to get high video quality. Improves color quality in various lighting conditions. Choose a color tone to use for your new view. Activate this to use your tablet's location-based services. Set the Volume Key whether to use for the record or zoom.
This sets the location where you want to save your videos. Choose from Internal memory and SD card. Opens the help guide to know how a function operates. Restores all camera default settings. Recording a quick video Open the Camera application and touch the Video mode icon . The video camera viewfinder appears on the screen. Holding the tablet, point the lens towards the subject you wish to capture in your video. Touch once to start recording. A timer showing the length of the video will appear. Touch on the screen to stop recording. Watching your saved videos Access your saved videos from video camera mode by tapping the image preview by the thumbnail button. In the viewfinder, tap the image preview by the thumbnail button. Your Gallery will appear on the screen with your most recent recorded video displayed. Swipe to the left to scroll to your other videos. Tap the Play icon on a video to play it automatically. NOTE: You can view your videos in the Gallery and Photos apps. NOTE: Do not to press too hard; the touch screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, but firm touch.
Gallery You can store multimedia files in internal memory for easy access to all your multimedia files. Use this application to view multimedia files like pictures and videos. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Gallery You can manage and share all your image and video files with the Gallery. NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the software installed on the device. • Some files may not play properly, depending on how they are encoded. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. Viewing pictures Launching the Gallery app displays your available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves a picture, the Downloads folder is automatically created to contain the picture. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Tap a folder to open it. Pictures are displayed in order by creation date. Select a picture to view it full screen. Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image. Playing videos Open the Gallery app and select an album. The Play icon is displayed on video files. Tap an image to select it. Select the app to play it (tap the Photos app or the Video app ), then tap OK and the video begins playback.
NOTE: • When using the Videos app to play a video, slide the left side of the screen up and down to adjust the screen brightness. Slide the right side of the screen up and down to adjust the volume. • When using the Videos app to play a video, slide the screen left or right to rewind or fast-forward. Deleting images and videos Use one of the following methods: • In a folder, tap and select the photos and videos you want to delete, then tap Delete, the Yes to confirm. • When viewing a photo or video, tap , then tap Yes to confirm. Setting as wallpaper When viewing a photo, touch the Menu icon > Set image as and select Home screen wallpaper, Lock screen wallpaper or Wallpaper. Slideshow You can view your photos in a slideshow by album or by selecting all of your photos. From the Home screen, tap Gallery • Tap the album with the photos you want to view, then tap the Menu icon > Slideshow > choose the images you want to view > Next > verify the slideshow settings > Start. Tap the center of the screen to stop playing the slideshow.
Video Your Gallery has an integrated video player that lets you play all of your favorite videos. Playing a video From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Gallery > Video Select the video you want to play. Touch to add the video to your favorites. Touch access QSlide and display the video in small window. Touch to share your video via the SmartShare function. Touch to access more options. Touch to manage the video volume. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap once to rewind 10 seconds.
Touch to pause video playback. Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments. Tap once to fast-forward 10 seconds. Touch to lock/unlock a video screen. To change the volume while watching a video, press the Volume Keys on the right side of the tablet. Tap Gallery > (in the upper left corner of the title bar) > Videos, then touch and hold a video in the list to access the following options: Share, Delete, Trim, Rename and Details. TIP! While watching a video, slide up and down along the left side of the screen to adjust the screen brightness. Slide up and down along the right side of the screen to adjust the volume. Music Your tablet has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, from the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Music Transfer music using Media device (MTP) mode Connect the tablet to your PC using the USB cable. Select the Media device (MTP) option. Your tablet will appear as another hard drive on your computer. Click on the drive to view it. Copy the files from your PC to the drive folder.
Playing a song From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Music Touch the Songs tab. Select the song you want to play. Touch to share your music via the SmartShare function. Touch to set the current song as a favorite. Touch to see the Now playing playlist. Touch to access more options. Touch to set shuffle mode. Touch to set repeat mode.
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Touch to manage the music volume. Touch to go back to the beginning of the song. Touch twice to return to the previous song. Touch and hold to rewind 3 seconds. Touch to pause playback. Touch to skip to the next track on the album or in the playlist. Touch and hold to fast-forward 3 seconds. Touch to set the audio effect. To change the volume while listening to music, press the Volume Keys on the right side of the tablet. Touch and hold any song in the list to access the following options: Play, Add to playlist, Delete, Share, Details and Search. NOTE: • Some file formats are not supported, depending on the device software. • If the file size exceeds the available memory, an error can occur when you open files. • Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music. In some countries, national laws prohibit private copying of copyrighted material. Before downloading or copying the file, check the national laws of the relevant country concerning the use of such material.
Tools QuickMemo+ The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. Capture screens, draw on them, and share them with family and friends with QuickMemo+. Creating a memo From the Home screen, tap QuickMemo+ , then tap to create a new memo. You can edit texts by typing words directly or select the pen type and color you want to use and enter text by handwriting. Add a reminder by touching to set the reminder notification for the event. Add weather and location information to your memo if a data network is available. Using the QuickMemo+ options The following options are available in the QuickMemo+ toolbar at the top of the screen. Touch to open the memo in QSlide. Allows you to undo and redo previous actions. Allows you to edit the text, its color and its alignment. Allows you to enter text by handwriting. You can select the type of pen to use and its thickness, transparency, and color.
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Erases edits you've made to the memo. Saves the memo in QuickMemo+. Touch to access more options. Allows you to set a reminder notification for an event. Allows you to insert weather information into the memo. Allows you to add location information using GPS. Capturing a screen shot for your QuickMemo To access the QuickMemo+ feature, slide the Status Bar downwards and touch O R Press both of the Volume Keys at the same time for one second. Select the desired menu option from the toolbar and create a memo. Tap to save the memo. To exit QuickMemo+ at any time, tap the Back Key...
NOTE: Please use a fingertip while using the QuickMemo+. Do not use your fingernail. QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your tablet into a Universal Remote for your home TV, Blu-ray or DVD. NOTE: QuickRemote may not be available for some devices and areas. To open and configure QuickRemote From the Home screen, tap the Apps > Apps tab > QuickRemote . You can also perform the initial set up of your QuickRemote from the Notifications Panel. Swipe the Status Bar downward, tap the QuickRemote , then tap ADD REMOTE. icon Touch to select a room type and touch to add the device. Select the type and brand of device, then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device(s).
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NOTE: The QuickRemote operates the same way as an ordinary infrared (IR) remote control in your region or country. Be careful not to cover the infrared sensor at the top of the tablet when you use the QuickRemote function. This function may not be supported depending on the model, the manufacturer or service company. Using QuickRemote Open QuickRemote and choose the room where you configured the remote. Select the remote you want by tapping its type/name on the QuickRemote bar along the left side of the screen. Tap the buttons on the displayed remote. NOTE: When adding the TV remote control, QuickRemote can use the INPUT button to configure appropriate remote control. When configuring the INPUT button, the TV input source can be changed. To reset the TV input source, tap the INPUT button on QuickRemote several times (depending on the number of devices connected to the TV). QuickRemote options To access the QuickRemote options menu, tap the Menu icon to select the desired option. NOTE: While playing music in the background, pressing any QuickRemote button will mute the sound for a second.
QuickTranslator Simply aim the camera of your smart tablet at the foreign sentence you want to understand. You can get the real-time translation anywhere and anytime. You can buy additional dictionaries for offline translation from the Google Play Store. H ome language. D estination language. S witches to Voice mode. Tap the language button, then speak. T ranslation of a written word. T ranslation of a written sentence. T ranslation of a paragraph. A ccesses the QuickTranslator settings. You can set the home and destination languages here. Touch > Apps tab > QuickTranslator Tap the translation format. Choose from , Word, Line, or Block. Tap the Settings icon and set the home and destination languages. Hold the tablet toward the subject you want to translate for a few seconds. NOTE: Only one dictionary is provided free of charge. Additional dictionaries must be purchased. Please select from the list below the dictionary you would like to install as your complimentary dictionary.
NOTE: There may be a difference in the rate of recognization depending on the size, font, color, brightness and angle of the letters that need to be translated. Video Editor You can edit the photos or videos stored on the phone. Video Editor. • Tap > > Apps tab > NOTE: Video Editing function is supported only for photos or videos which recorded with this phone. < Project list screen > Project List Area Tap a project to edit it. Project Title Tap here to edit the title. Buttons Area Create a new project. Share the video project with other applications, such as YouTube. Export the finished project to play in other applications.
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Delete the video project. View the help information. < Project edit screen > Viewer area Timeline area Tap to view the Project list screen. Tap to play the current clip. Tap to remove the last the selected clip. Tap to add additional video, images, or audio clips. Tap to choose to video style. Tap to add text in video clip.
Clock Setting your alarm From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Clock > Set the desired alarm time. Set Repeat, Snooze duration, Alarm with vibration, Alarm sound, Alarm volume, Auto app starter, Puzzle lock and Memo. Touch Save. NOTE: To change alarm settings in the alarm list screen, touch the Menu icon and select Settings. Calculator Using your calculator From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Calculator Tap the number keys to enter numbers. For simple calculations, tap the function you want to perform or ) followed by NOTE: • For more complex calculations, touch the Menu icon , select Scientific calculator, then choose the desired function. > Calculation history. • To view the calculation history, tap Menu icon...
Calendar Events from each account you’ve added to your tablet and configured to synchronize calendars is displayed in your Calendar. Adding an event to your calendar From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Calendar Tap the menu at the top left corner to change the calendar view (Day, Week, Month, Year, Agenda). Tap the date you wish to add an event to and tap Touch the Event name field and enter the event name. Touch the Location field and enter the location. Check the date and enter the time you wish your event to start and finish. If you wish to add a note to your event, touch the Description field and enter the details. If you wish to repeat the alarm, set REPEAT and set REMINDERS, if necessary. Touch Save to save the event in the calendar. NOTE: Touch and hold a spot on the calendar to quickly save a calendar event on that date. Simply enter the event name and time, then tap Save. You can tap Details and enter more information, or update the event with additional details later. To change your calendar view No matter where you’re in the Calendar app, you can easily switch calendar views. Simply tap in the upper left corner of the title bar, or on the left side of the screen swipe your finger from left to right to display a menu of calendar views. Tap Day, Week, Month, Year, or Agenda.
Tasks The Tasks app can be synchronized with your MS Exchange account. You can create and manage your tasks using your tablet or from MS Outlook or MS Office Outlook Web Access. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Tasks Tap the Add task icon (in the upper-right corner of the screen). Enter the Subject, START DATE, DUE DATE, DESCRIPTION, REPEAT and REMINDER as necessary. Tap Save. File Manager The File Manager application allows you to manage files in your internal/ external storage. File Manager makes it easy to view and manage your files. Simply tap a file type (All files, Music files, Image files, Video files, Document files, or Cloud files), then tap on the necessary folders to find your files. To open the File Manager application > Apps tab > File Manager • From the Home screen, tap Apps File Manager Options Open the File Manager app > All files > Internal storage to access to the following options (at the top of the screen): Allows you to open File Manager in a QSlide window. Allows you to search for your files or information. Allows you to create a new folder.
Allows you to move files and folders to another location. Allows you to copy files and folders to another location. Allows you to delete files and folders. Allows you to access more options. Voice Recorder Use the voice recorder to record voice memos or other audio files. Recording a sound or voice • From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Voice Recorder Touch to select where to save your recording. Touch to begin recording. Touch to view a list of your Touch to end the recordings. recording. NOTE: The available recording time may differ from actual recording time.
Managing your Voice memos From the Voice Recorder list screen: • Tap the Share icon to share the voice memo using the available choices. • Tap the Delete icon to select the voice memo(s) you want to delete. • Touch and hold a voice memo to open a context memo to select Share, Delete, Rename, or Details. POLARIS Office 5 POLARIS Office 5 is a professional mobile office solution that lets users conveniently view various types of office documents, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, anywhere or anytime, using their mobile devices. To create a new document From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > POLARIS Office 5 Register your email address on the Registration page. NOTE: You can tap Skip to ignore the registration information. Tap to start a new document. Tap a document type from the drop-down list, then choose a template. Enter contents in the document using the tools at the top of the screen and the on-screen keyboard. When you're done working on the document, tap (in the top left corner of the screen), then tap Save (or Save as to enter a new document name) to save. Enter the document name and touch Save.
To view and edit a document on your device You can now easily view and edit a wide variety of file types, including Microsoft Office documents and Adobe PDF, right on their mobile devices. Open POLARIS Office 5 and search for a document. Touch the document that you want to view or edit. When viewing documents using POLARIS Office 5, the objects and layout remain the same as in the original documents. To edit the document, tap Google+ Use the Google+ app to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Google > Google+ NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Voice Search The Voice Search app allows you to search web pages using your voice instead of typing. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Google > Voice Search Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Downloads Use the Downloads app to see what files have been downloaded. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Downloads The Box app makes you easy to access and edit your files, share content and stay connected with your files from anywhere on any device. To open the Box application • From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Box LG SmartWorld LG SmartWorld offers an assortment of exciting content – fonts, themes, games, applications. How to Get to LG SmartWorld from Your Tablet Tap > Apps > Apps tab > tap the icon to access LG SmartWorld. Tap Sign in and enter ID/PW for LG SmartWorld. If you have not signed up yet, tap Register to receive your LG SmartWorld membership. Download the content you want. • LG SmartWorld may not be available for all carriers or in all countries.
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NOTE: What if there is no icon? Using a mobile Web browser, access LG SmartWorld (www.lgworld.com) and select your country. Download the LG SmartWorld App. Run and install the downloaded file. Access LG SmartWorld by tapping the icon. Special benefit only in LG SmartWorld Decorate your own style on your tablet by personalizing it with Home themes, keyboard themes, and fonts provided on LG SmartWorld. (However, this service is available only to specific devices. Please check the LG SmartWorld website to check availability). Enjoy LG SmartWorld's special service by joining promotions that are consistently provided.
The Web Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your tablet wherever you are and whatever you enjoy. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Internet Tap to run QSlide. Tap to go back one page. Tap to go forward one page, to the page you connected to after the current one. This is the opposite of what happens when you touch the Back Key ,, which takes you to the previous page. Tap to refresh or stop the current page. Tap to go to the Home page. Tap to access your bookmarks. Touch to access more options. Opening a page • To open a new page, tap at the top of the browser. • To go to another web page, tap a tab at the top of the screen to view the page.
Bookmarks To open a bookmarked web page, tap on the browser toolbar and select one. History Tap on the browser toolbar and select the History tab to open a web page from the list of recently-visited web pages. To clear the history, tap to clear all history. Using Reader mode Your tablet can display simplified web pages for easier reading. View news or blog posts and other article pages easily with no distractions – with Reader mode, you can read a clutter-free page. Tap on the URL web address bar to activate Reader mode. Using QSlide Use this feature to access the Internet without closing the current application. While viewing content on the browser, tap . You can then browse other information on your tablet. To view the browser in full screen, tap Download files Use the Downloads app to see what files have been downloaded. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Downloads...
Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse web pages. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Chrome NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing web pages Tap the address field (at the top of the screen), enter a web address or search criteria, and tap on the keyboard. Opening a page • To go to a new page, tap at the top of the browser. • To go to another web page, tap a tab at the top of the screen to select the page. Searching the web by voice Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Syncing with other devices Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device when you are logged in with the same Google account. > Recent tabs. To view open tabs on other devices, tap the Menu icon You must be signed in to the same Google account on all devices. Select a web page to open.
Adding and viewing bookmarks To add bookmarks, tap in the URL bar. To open a bookmarked web page, tap the Menu icon > Bookmarks and select the desired page. Chrome Options menu Tap the Menu icon to access the following options. • New tab – Tap to open a new web page tab. • New incognito tab – Tap to open a new incognito tab. • Bookmarks – Displays your bookmarked web pages. • Recent tabs – Displays your open web pages on other devices. • History – Displays your browsing data (web pages you've visited). • Share... – Allows you to share the web page. • Print... – Tap to print the web page. Choose to automatically find a printer on your network, or manually enter one to use. • Find in page – Allows you to search for text on the current web page. • Add to homescreen – Allows you to add a shortcut to the current page on your Home screen. • Request desktop site – Checkmark to access the desktop site when you view web pages on your tablet. • Settings – Allows you to change the settings specific to the Chrome app. • Help &...
Settings Access the Settings menu From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings OR F rom the Home screen, touch and hold the Recent Apps Key > System settings. Select a setting category and set the desired option. WIRELESS NETWORKS Wi-Fi Wi-Fi – Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. A list of all available Wi-Fi networks will be displayed. Tap one to connect to NOTE: Tap Search to scan for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap the Menu icon in the Wi-Fi menu to access the following options. Add Wi-Fi – Allows you to manually enter a new Wi-Fi network. Saved Wi-Fi – Allows you to forget saved Wi-Fi network. Advanced Wi-Fi – Accesses the advanced Wi-Fi settings. Interactive tutorial – Displays some useful tutorials for the Wi-Fi function.
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TIP! How to obtain the MAC address To set up a connection in some wireless networks with MAC filters, you may need to enter the MAC address of your tablet in the router. You can find the MAC address in the following user interface: From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi > Menu icon > Advanced Wi-Fi > MAC address. Bluetooth Turn the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off to use Bluetooth. Turning Bluetooth on allows you to pair and connect to other Bluetooth devices. Tap the Menu icon in the Bluetooth menu to access the following options. Edit tablet name – Changes your tablet name for easy identification when pairing and connecting. Enter your new tablet name, then tap Save. Visibility timeout – Sets the amount of time other Bluetooth devices can see your tablet for pairing and connection. Choose from 2 min, 5 min, 1 h, and Never time out. Received files – Displays a list of your Bluetooth received files. Interactive tutorial – Displays some useful tutorials about Bluetooth features. Data usage Displays the data usage during the chosen periods of time. Tap an app from the list to view the app's data usage.
More... Allows you to set additional wireless and networks settings. Airplane mode – Allows you to set Airplane mode. Activating Airplane mode disables all wireless connections. Miracast – Allows you to wirelessly mirror your tablet screen and sound onto a Miracast dongle or TV. SmartShare Beam – Allows you to receive multimedia content via SmartShare Beam from LG phones or tablets. LG PC Suite – Allows Wi-Fi connection to transfer music and images between a computer and the tablet. Media server – Allows to share media contents with nearby devices via DLNA. VPN – Displays the list of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) that you've previously configured. Allows you to add different types of VPNs. NOTE: You must set a lock screen PIN, Password or Pattern before you can use credential storage. DEVICE Sound Sound profile – Allows you to set the sound profile to Sound, Vibrate only or Do not disturb. Volume – Manage the volume for Notifications sound, Touch feedback & system, and Music, video, games & other media. Vibration strength – Allows you to set the vibrate strength for notifications, and touch feedback.
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Notification sound – Allows you to set your default notification ringtone. Do not disturb – Allows you to set a schedule when to prevent interruptions from notifications. You can set to allow certain features to interrupt when Priority only is set. Lock screen – Allows you to choose if you want to show or hide notifications on the lock screen. Apps – Allows you to prevent apps from displaying notifications or set apps to show notifications with priority when Do not disturb is set to Priority only. Touch sound – Allows you to set your tablet to play a sound when you touch buttons, icons and other onscreen items that react to your touch. Screen lock sound – Allows you to set your tablet to play a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Vibrate on tap – Allows you to set the vibration feedback when the tablet screen is touched. Display Home screen Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. Screen swipe effect – Sets the effect when you swipe to change screens. Allow Home screen looping – Checkmark to set the Home screens to scroll continuously, eliminating the need to scroll back in the opposite direction when you reach one end. Home backup & restore – Allows you to backup and restore app and widget configurations and themes.
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Lock screen Select screen lock – Set a screen lock type to secure your tablet. NOTE: After upgrading to Lollipop OS, your screen lock may not be available except for Pattern, PIN and Password. In this case, go to Apps > Settings > Security > Clear credentials to delete the security certificates, and then, set up a screen lock. Be careful when you clear credentials because all the security certificates you have installed will be deleted. Smart Lock – Sets to keep your tablet unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected to it, when it's in a familiar location like your home or work, or when it recognizes your face. Screen swipe effect – Sets the screen swipe effect options. Wallpaper – Sets your Lock screen wallpaper. Select it from Gallery or Wallpaper gallery. Shortcuts – Allows you to change the shortcuts on the Swipe Lock screen. Weather animation – Show animation on Lock screen when it rains or snows in current location. Owner info – Allows you to enter contact info to be displayed on the Lock screen in case the tablet is lost. Lock timer – Sets the amount of time before the screen automatically locks after the screen has timed-out. Power button instantly locks – Checkmark to instantly lock the screen when the Power/Lock Key is pressed. This setting overrides the Security lock timer setting.
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Brightness – Adjust the screen brightness. Screen timeout – Set the time delay before the screen automatically turns off. Screen-off effect – Sets the screen-off effect used when the screen turns off. KnockON – Allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn the screen on or off. Auto-rotate screen – Set to switch orientation automatically when you rotate the tablet. Daydream – Tap the Daydream switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows the set screen saver to be displayed when the tablet is sleeping while docked and/or charging. Choose from Clock and Google Photos. NOTE: Charging might be slow while the screen saver is on. Font type – Change the type of display font. Font size – Change the size of the display font. Smart screen – Keeps the screen on when the device detects your eyes looking at the screen. Home touch buttons – Allows you to set which Home touch buttons are displayed and their position on the bar. You can also select the color. Motion sensor calibration – Allows you to improve the accuracy of the tilt and speed of the sensor.
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Storage INTERNAL STORAGE – Displays the total amount of space in the device’s memory and lists what type of data is using up space. SD CARD – Displays the total amount of memory space on the microSD card. Mount/Unmount SD card – Mounts and unmounts the microSD card from your tablet so that you can access the data stored in it, format the card, or safely remove it. This setting is dimmed if there’s no microSD card installed, if you’ve already unmounted it, or if you’ve mounted the microSD card on your computer. Erase SD card – Permanently erases everything on the microSD card and prepares it for use with your tablet. Battery BATTERY INFORMATION – See how much battery power is used for device activities. The battery level displays in a percentage. The remaining time of use is also displayed. Battery usage – Displays battery usage. Battery percentage on status bar – Displays the battery percentage on the Status Bar. Battery saver – Manage the battery for the power saving items. Tap the to turn this feature on. Tap Battery saver for the following switch options. • TURN BATTERY SAVER ON: Set the battery level at which you want Battery saver to turn on. Choose from Immediately, 5% battery and 15% battery.
Apps Display the list of applications such as currently running or downloaded. Swipe left and right to view one of the three tabs across the top of the screen to view detailed information for DOWNLOADED, ON SD CARD, RUNNING, and ALL applications. Tap an entry to view more information, tap Force stop (or Stop), then OK to stop it from running. Dual window Split view – Allows the device to automatically open Dual window when you tap a link on the full screen or tap an e-mail attachment (images only). Help – Displays help information about using the Dual window feature. PERSONAL Cloud Tap Add account to add a cloud account. You access your cloud accounts from this menu. Tap the Menu icon to upload files. Users This menu displays the current users you've created. Add users when tablet locked – Allows you to add a new user when your tablet is locked. Add user – Allows you to add new account for the tablet and use the Multi- user feature.
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Location Mode • High accuracy – Use GPS and Wi-Fi networks to estimate location. • Battery saving – Use Wi-Fi networks to estimate location. • Device sensors only – Use GPS to pinpoint your location. RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS – Displays apps that have recently requested your location information. Google Location Reporting – Allows you to view your Google location settings. Security Encrypt tablet – Allows you to encrypt data on the tablet for security. You will be required to enter a PIN or password to decrypt your tablet each time you power it on. Encrypt SD card storage – Allows you to encrypt data on the MicroSD for security. Password typing visible – Shows the last character of the hidden password as you type. Tablet administrators – View or deactivate tablet administrators. Unknown sources – Allows installation of apps from non-Play Store applications. Verify apps – Disallow or warn before installation of apps that may cause harm.
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App usage access – Allows to view usage info of apps. Accounts & sync Permits applications to synchronize data in the background, whether or not you are actively working in them. Deactivating Auto-sync data can save battery power and lower (but not eliminate) data usage. Language & input Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your tablet and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary. Backup & reset Back up my data – Set to backup your settings and application data to the Google server. Backup account – Set the account to which you want to backup data to. Automatic restore – Set to restore your settings and application data when the applications are reinstalled on your device. LG Backup service – Backs up all information on the device and restores it in the event of data loss or replacement. Refer to page 105 for more information. Factory data reset – Reset your settings to the factory default values and delete all your data. If you reset the tablet this way, you are prompted to re-enter the same information as when you first started Android.
SYSTEM Shortcut Key Allows you to turn the Shortcut keys on and off. Date & time Use Date & time settings to set how dates will be displayed. You can also use these settings to set your own time and time zone rather than obtaining the current time from the mobile network. Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configure accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your tablet. NOTE: Requires additional plug-ins to become selectable. TalkBack – Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with impaired vision by providing verbal feedback. Tap the TalkBack switch at the top right corner of the screen to turn it on. Tap Settings at the bottom of the screen to adjust the TalkBack settings. Font size – Checkmark to increase the size of the text. Invert colors – Checkmark to invert the colors of the screen and content. Color adjustment – Sets to view the screen with greater color contrast. Tap the switch to turn it on. Then tap the screen and drag across the screen in any direction until you see the color contrast you want to use. Touch zoom – Allows you to zoom in and out by triple-tapping the screen. Screen shade – Dims the screen's backlight. Accessibility shortcut – Activate this feature to allow you to quickly enable accessibility features in two steps.
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Turn off all sounds – Turns off all sounds. Captions – Allows to customize caption settings for those with hearing impairments. Tap the switch to turn this feature on. Set the language, text size, and caption style options as desired. Touch feedback time – Sets the touch and feedback time. Choose from Short, Medium, and Long. Touch assistant – Show a touch board with easy access to common actions. Screen timeout – Sets the amount of time before the screen turns off. Touch control areas – Tap the switch to turn this feature on. Allows you to limit the touch control to selected areas of the screen. Press the Volume Down Key and Home Key at the same time to activate and deactivate the feature. Auto-rotate screen – Checkmark to allow the device to rotate the screen depending on the device orientation (portrait or landscape). Password voice confirmation – Checkmark to have verbal confirmation when inputting passwords. Accessibility settings shortcut – Sets quick and easy access to selected features when you triple-tap the Home Key. One-touch input – Each finger touch enters a letter/character on the LG keyboard.
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Switch Access – Allows you to interact with your device using one or more switches that work like keyboard keys. This menu can be helpful for users with mobility limitations that prevent them from interacting directly with the your device. Quick Cover Activate this menu to turn the screen on or off automatically when using the Quick Cover. Printing Allows you to print the content of certain screens (such as web pages displayed in Chrome) to a printer connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android device. About tablet This menu allows you to manage your software updates and view various information relating to your tablet. Tablet name – Allows you to set your tablet name. Update Center – Allows you to check for app and software updates. Battery – Allows you to view battery status, battery level, and battery use information. Hardware info – Allows you to view the model number, IP address, up time, CSN, Wi-Fi MAC address and Bluetooth address. Software info – Allows you to view Android version, kernel version, build number, and software version. Legal info – Allows you to view legal documents for LG software, open source licenses and Google legal information. Regulatory and Safety – Allows you to view regulatory and safety information.
LG Backup About backing up and restoring device data It is recommended that you regularly create and save a backup file on the internal storage, especially before updating any software. Maintaining a current backup file in storage memory may allow you to recover device data if your device is lost, stolen, or corrupted by an unforeseen issue. This LG Backup application is supported between LG smartphones and tablets, other software or operating system versions. As a result, when you buy the new LG smartphones and tablets, you can backup the current device data to your new device. If you have the LG Backup application preloaded on your smartphones and tablets, you can backup and restore most of your data, including downloaded and pre-installed applications, bookmarks, calendar entries, contacts, home screen settings, and system settings. You may also: • Perform a manual backup of your device. • Restore your device data. Warning! To protect against an unexpected power off during backup or restore operations, due to insufficient battery power, you should always keep your battery fully charged.
> Backup & reset > From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings LG Backup Service > Backup. On the Backup Location screen, touch Internal storage or SD card, then tap Next. Select the check box for the items you want to backup and select Next. Read the information presented on the screen, then tap Start. When all selected files have been backed up, you will see the message Back up completed. Restoring tablet data NOTE: All files that are stored on your tablet are deleted before the backup file is restored. Make sure to copy the backup file to another location. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Backup & reset > > Settings LG Backup Service > File restore & management. On the Restore screen, select a backup file that contains the data you wish to restore. Select the check box next to the item you wish to restore and select Next to restore it to your tablet. NOTE: Please note that your tablet data will be overwritten with the content of your backup.
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If the backup file is encrypted, type the password that you created to encrypt it. When all selected files have been restored, the tablet will automatically be restart. NOTE: You can set the Lock backup files option when creating a backup to encrypt your backup files for extra protection. > Set password On the LG Backup main screen, touch the Menu icon and enter a password and hint in case you forgot your password. Once you have set up a password, you need to enter it every time you want to do backup/restore.
Tablet software update Tablet software update This feature allows you to update the firmware of your tablet to the latest version conveniently from the internet without the need to visit a service center. For more information on how to use this function, please visit: http://www.lg.com As the tablet firmware update requires the user’s full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure to check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding. Please note that removing the USB cable or battery during the upgrade may seriously damage your tablet. LG tablet software update via Over-the-Air (OTA) This feature allows you to update the firmware of your tablet to the newer version conveniently via OTA without connecting the USB data cable. This feature is only available if and when LG makes the newer version of the firmware available for your device. First, you can check the software version on your tablet: From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet > Software info. To perform the tablet software update, from the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >About tablet > Update Center > Software Update > Check now for update.
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NOTE: Your personal data—including information about your Google account and any other accounts, your system/application data and settings, any downloaded applications and your DRM licence —might be lost in the process of updating your device's software. Therefore, LG recommends that you back up your personal data before updating your tablet's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data.
Accessories These accessories are available for use with the your tablet. (Items described below may be optional.) Travel adaptor USB cable Quick Start Guide NOTE: • Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty. • Accessories may vary in different regions.
Contact your service provider. can be set required. Battery is not charged. Charge battery. Outside temperature is Make sure tablet is charging at too hot or cold. a normal temperature. Check the charger and its Contact problem connection to the tablet. Charging error Plug the charger into a different No voltage socket. Charger defective Replace the charger. Use only original LG Wrong charger accessories. Impossible to Delete some images from your receive / send Memory full tablet. photos Files do not Check the supported file Unsupported file format open formats. Check the settings status in the sound menu to make sure No sound Vibration mode you are not in vibration or silent mode.