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Table of contents SERVICE ACTIVATION ........2 Connecting to Networks and Devices ..36 About this user guide .........3 Wi-Fi ............36 Bluetooth ..........37 Important Notice ........6 Wi-Fi Direct ..........38 SmartShare ..........39 Getting to know your device ....9 QPair ............40 Phone layout ..........9 Transferring data between a PC and your Connecting cables to the ports ....12 device ............42...
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WIRELESS NETWORKS ......61 DEVICE .............62 PERSONAL ..........67 SYSTEM ...........70 Software Update ........74 Device Software Update ......74 LG Device Software Update via Over-the-Air (OTA) ........74 About this user guide ......75 About this user guide .......75 Trademarks ..........76 Trademarks ..........76 DivX HD ............76 Troubleshooting ........77...
Important Notice Please read this before you start using your device! 1. Device memory To uninstall applications: Apps Uninstall 2. Optimizing battery life Extending your device's battery life: Important Notice...
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3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the manufacturer it may cause your device to malfunction. In addition, your device will no longer be covered by the warranty.
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. Opening and switching applications Clear all 6. If the screen freezes Power/Lock Key Power/Lock Key Important Notice...
Getting to know your device Phone layout Earphone jack Infrared (IR) LED USB peripheral port Microphone Front-facing camera Power/Lock key Volume keys Getting to know your device...
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Rear-facing camera SIM card/microSD card slot Speaker Stylus Pen Charger / USB port Front-facing camera Power/Lock key Getting to know your device...
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Volume keys Earphone jack Infrared (IR) LED SIM card/MicroSD card slot Microphone USB peripheral port Charger / USB port Rear-facing camera Speaker Stylus Pen Getting to know your device...
Connecting cables to the ports 1. Charging the battery Getting to know your device...
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WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause a battery charging delay or display a pop-up message regarding slow charging. This can also cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which is not covered by the warranty.
NOTE: Only devices that meet the USB specs may connect to the USB peripheral port. If you are experiencing errors with device recognition, please use a shorter USB cable or check the USB Hub with external power supply (Self-Powered Hub). Only file systems such as FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS are supported for the external USB storage device.
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SIM card slot microSD card slot NOTE: Cards must be positioned as shown. MicroSD card is not included. Only microSIM cards work with this device. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. Getting to know your device...
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
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NOTE: Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock. Caution! If you haven't created a Google account on the device and you forgot your PIN, Password, and the backup PIN, you need to perform a hard reset.
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Tap or touch Touch and hold Drag Swipe or slide Double-tap Pinch-to-Zoom Rotate the screen NOTE: Do not press too hard; the tap screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap. Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want.
Back Button Home Button Recent Apps Button Dual Window button Extended Home screen Customizing the Home screen Adding items on your Home screen Widgets Your Home screen...
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TIP! To add an application icon to the Home screen from the Apps screen, touch and hold the application you want to add. Removing an item from the Home screen Adding an app to the Quick Button area Removing an app from the Quick Button area NOTE: The Apps Button cannot be removed.
Returning to recently-used applications Notifications panel NOTE: The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. Pending System notifications notifications Your Home screen...
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Opening the Notifications panel Quick Settings Area Notifications Clear Your Home screen...
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Indicator icons on the Status Bar Icon Description Icon Description Your Home screen...
NOTE: The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard Using the keypad and entering text Entering special characters NOTE: A symbol at the top right corner of a key indicates that additional characters are available for that key.
Gesture View Take a picture Quick preview Return to front camera mode NOTE: Depending on the speed and angle of the gesture, this feature may not work properly. When the angle is changed after the quick preview, the device returns to camera mode.
KnockON To turn the screen on To turn the screen off NOTE: Tap on the center area of the screen. If you tap on the bottom or the top area, the recognition rate may decrease. Knock Code NOTE: If you enter the wrong Knock Code 6 times, it will compulsorily take you to your google account log in/backup PIN.
NOTE: Dual window is enabled by default. You can enable or disable Dual window through the Settings menu. > > > Dual window. Slide the toggle button to On or Off. QuickMemo+ Special Features...
NOTE: Please use a fingertip or Stylus Pen while using the QuickMemo+ feature. Do not use your fingernail. QuickMemo+ Gallery Discard Memos View the Saved Memo QuickMemo+ QSlide QSlide Special Features...
QSlid NOTE: QSlide can support up to two window at the same time. QuickRemote Special Features...
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NOTE: QuickRemote operates the same way as an ordinary remote control infrared (IR) signals. Be careful not to cover the infrared sensor at the top of the device when you use the QuickRemote function. This function may not be supported depending on the model, the manufacturer or service company. Special Features...
Google Account Setup Creating your Google account Accounts & sync Add account Google Or create a new account NEXT NEXT NEXT Signing into your Google account Accounts & sync Add account Google NEXT Google Account Setup...
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IMPORTANT Some applications, such as Calendar, work only with the first Google Account you add. If you plan to use more than one Google Account with your device, be sure to sign into the one you want to use with such applications first.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi Connecting to Wi-Fi networks Wi-Fi NOTE: If you are out of the Wi-Fi zone or have set Wi-Fi to Off, the device may automatically connect to the Web using mobile data, which may incur data charges.
Bluetooth NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature. Always make sure 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.
Sending data via Bluetooth Receiving data via Bluetooth Bluetooth Accept Wi-Fi Direct Turning on Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Advanced Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct NOTE: When in this menu, your device is visible to other visible Wi-Fi Direct devices nearby. Connecting to Networks and Devices...
SmartShare SmartShare Play Beam Play: Beam: Rescan Send Enjoying content from nearby devices Nearby devices Gallery Music Search nearby devices Connecting to Networks and Devices...
QPair QPair Get started Start TIP! QPair may not be pre-installed on the device. Go to the Google Play Store and search for QPair and install it. NOTE: QPair works with devices running Android 4.1 or later. Some features may be limited depending on your device model.
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QPair features Call notifications 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 Social network notifications NOTE: To enable this feature, turn the QPair social network notifications option on your device (Settings >...
Transferring data between a PC and your device Transferring data Media device (MTP) NOTE: The LG United Mobile Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able to detect the device. Check the requirements for using Media device (MTP). Items Requirement...
Contacts Searching for a contact Search contacts Adding a new contact Take photo Select from Gallery Save Favorites contacts Adding a contact to your favorites Contacts...
Removing a contact from your favorites list Favorites Creating a group Group Add members Save NOTE: If you delete a group, the contacts assigned to that group will not be lost. They will remain in your contact list. Contacts...
Email Managing email accounts To open the Email application Adding another email account: Settings > Changing the email general settings: Settings General settings Deleting an email account: Settings Remove account Remove Yes Working with account folders Folders Email...
Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder NOTE: Be sure to clean the protective lens cover with a microfiber cloth before taking pictures. A lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a "halo" effect. Hide/Display Options Swap camera Settings Gallery...
Recording a video Camera NOTE: The timer will be displayed on the screen. TIP! – Tap to capture a screen shot while recording a video. – Tap to pause the recording. After recording a video Multi-point Auto-focus Camera and Video...
Burst shot Gallery NOTE: Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. Some files may not play properly due to their encoding. Viewing pictures Zooming in and out Camera and Video...
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NOTE: While playing a video, the following options are available: Slide the right side of the screen up or down to adjust the sound. Slide the left side of the screen up or down to adjust the brightness. Slide your finger from left to right (or vice versa) to fast-forward and rewind. Editing photos Deleting photos/videos Delete...
Multimedia Music Playing a song Songs Multimedia...
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NOTE: Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. 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.
Calendar Voice Recorder Recording a sound or voice NOTE: Tap to access your recordings. You can listen to your saved recordings. Voice Search Speak now NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Utilities...
Browsing the Web Chrome NOTE: This application may not be available depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Opening a page Browsing the Web...
Settings To open the Settings application System settings WIRELESS NETWORKS < Airplane mode > < Wi-Fi > < Bluetooth > < Mobile data > < Share & connect > SmartShare Beam Media Server Settings...
Miracast LG PC Suite < Tethering & networks > USB tethering Mobile HotSpot Help Mobile networks DEVICE < Sound > Sound profile Sound Vibrate only Interruptions Volume Notification sound Settings...
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Interruptions Lock screen Apps Touch sound Screen lock sound Vibrate on tap < Display > Home screen Wallpaper Screen swipe effect Allow Home screen looping Home backup & restore Help Settings...
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Lock screen Select screen lock Smart Lock Screen swipe effect Wallpaper Shortcuts Contact info for lost tablet Lock timer Power button instantly locks Brightness Night brightness Screen timeout Screen-off effect Auto-rotate screen Daydream Settings...
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Font type Font size Smart screen Home touch buttons Motion sensor calibration < Storage > Internal Storage SD Card Unmount SD card Mount SD card Erase SD card < Battery > Battery information Battery usage Settings...
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Battery percentage on status bar Battery saver Help < Apps > DOWNLOADED ON SD CARD RUNNING Force stop Stop < Default message app > < Dual window > Auto-open Help Settings...
PERSONAL < Users > Add user < Location > Mode Recent Location Request Camera Google Location History < Security > Encrypt tablet Encrypt SD card storage Set up SIM card lock Password typing visible Settings...
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Add account < Language & input > < Backup & reset > Back up my data Backup account Automatic restore Collect diagnostics LG Backup service Factory data reset Settings...
SYSTEM < Shortcut Key > < Date & time > < Accessibility > TalkBack Settings Font size Invert colors Color adjustment Settings...
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Touch zoom Screen shade Accessibility shortcut Text-to-speech output Audio type Mono Stereo Sound balance Turn off all sounds Captions Touch feedback time Short Medium Long Touch assistant Power Home Volume down Volume up Screen capture Accessibility Pinch Settings...
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Screen timeout Touch control areas Volume Down Key Home Button Auto-rotate screen Password voice confirmation Accessibility settings shortcut One-touch input Switch Access Settings < Printing > < About tablet > Settings...
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Tablet name Update Center Network Status Battery Hardware info Software info Legal info Patent information Settings...
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 device's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data.
Trademarks Trademarks ® ® DivX HD ® ® ® ® 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. ®...
For Your Safety Important Information Before You Start Warning WARNING: Wash hands after handling ELECTRICAL SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION CAUTION: For Your Safety...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT Use the correct external power source For Your Safety...
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Can I minimize my RF exposure? Do wireless devices pose any special risks to children? For Your Safety...
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Where can I get further information about RF emissions? U.S. Food and Drug Administration U.S. Federal Communications Commission Independent Expert Group on Mobile Devices Royal Society of Canada Expert Panels on Potential Health Risks of Radio Frequency Fields from Wireless Telecommunication Devices For Your Safety...
World Health Organization International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Committee on Man and Radiation (COMAR) of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Consumer Information on SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) For Your Safety...
TIA Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Antenna Care Tips on Efficient Operation For Your Safety...
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Electronic Devices Pacemakers Hearing Aids For Your Safety...
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Other Medical Devices Health Care Facilities Vehicles Posted Facilities Aircraft Blasting Areas Potentially Explosive Atmosphere For Your Safety...
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag FDA Consumer Update 1. Do tablets pose a health hazard? For Your Safety...
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2. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of tablets? For Your Safety...
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3. What kinds of devices are the subject of this update? 4. What are the results of the research done already? For Your Safety...
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5. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from tablets poses a health risk? 6. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of tablet RF? For Your Safety...
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7. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency energy exposure I can get by using my tablet? For Your Safety...
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8. What has the FDA done to measure the Radio Frequency energy coming from tablets? 9. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to Radio Frequency energy from my tablet? For Your Safety...
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10. What about children using tablets? 11. What about wireless communications device interference with medical equipment? For Your Safety...
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12. Where can I find additional information? Driving For Your Safety...
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Open Source Software Notice Information For Your Safety...
Limited Warranty Statement Warranty Laws Warranty Laws 1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: For Your Safety...
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2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: For Your Safety...
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3. WHAT LG WILL DO: 4. STATE LAW RIGHTS: 5. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE: For Your Safety...
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Tel. 1-800-793-8896 or Fax. 1-800-448-4026 DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: For Your Safety...