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- Page 1 USER GUIDE LG-H540D www.lg.com MFL69537901 (1.0)
- Page 2 Toll Free No. 1800- 180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information, please visit : http://www.lge.com/in.
- Page 3 This device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the • touchscreen keyboard. Copyright ©2016 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are • registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Guidelines for safe and efficient use ..4 Signing into your Google account ...40 Connecting to Networks and Devices ..42 Important notice ........13 Wi-Fi .............42 Getting to know your phone ....16 Bluetooth ..........43 Phone layout ..........16 Wi-Fi Direct ...........44 Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Transferring data between a PC and the device............45... - Page 5 Voice Recorder ........65 Voice Search..........65 Downloads ..........65 FM Radio ..........66 Web Browser ...........67 Internet ..........67 Chrome ..........68 Settings ...........69 Networks ..........69 Sound & notification ......72 Display ..........73 General ..........75 LG Bridge Application ......81 Phone software update ......83 Table of contents...
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Page 6: Guidelines For Safe And Efficient Use
Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model LG-H540D 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. - Page 7 Product care and maintenance WARNING! Always use genuine LG batteries, chargers and accessories approved for use with this particular phone model. The use of any other types may void any approval or warranty applying to the phone and may be dangerous.
- Page 8 Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset 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 phone when it is on soft furnishings.
- Page 9 Efficient phone operation Electronics devices All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance. Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting • permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket. Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.
- Page 10 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.
- Page 11 Blasting area Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions and follow any regulations or rules. Potentially explosive atmospheres Do not use your phone at a refueling point. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. •...
- Page 12 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.
- Page 13 In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
- Page 14 Laser safety statement Caution! This product employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Page 15: Important Notice
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1. - Page 16 Some applications you download may consume battery power. • While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level. • 3. Before installing an open source application and OS WARNING If you install and use an OS other than the one provided by the •...
- Page 17 5. When the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it, remove the battery and reinsert it. Then power the phone back on. Important notice...
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Page 18: Getting To Know Your Phone
Getting to know your phone Phone layout Headset Jack Notification LED Front Camera Lens Earpiece Proximity Sensor Microphone Charger/USB port NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns • the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. - Page 19 Stylus Pen Rear Camera Lens Laser Detection AutoFocus Flash Volume Keys Power/Lock Key Speaker Power/Lock Key Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this key. • Short press to lock/unlock the screen • Volume Keys (While screen is off) Long press up to launch Capture+ •...
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Page 20: Installing The Sim Or Usim Card And Battery
Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below. - Page 21 WARNING Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a LG Service Centre to remove the memory card. NOTE Only the microSIM cards work with the device.
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Page 22: Charging The Battery
USB cable. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause battery charging delay. Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty. -
Page 23: Inserting A Memory Card
Inserting a memory card Your device supports up to a 32GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. WARNING Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it. -
Page 24: Removing The Memory Card
Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. > General tab > Storage & USB > > > Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card. WARNING Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. - Page 25 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 phone and you forgot your PIN, Password, and the backup PIN, you need to perform a hard reset.
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Page 26: Your Home Screen
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. 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 tapping it and not •... -
Page 27: Home Screen
Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping Status Bar Widget... -
Page 28: Customizing The Home Screen
Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up Back Button items, such as menus, dialogue boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Return to the Home screen from any screen. Home Button Displays recently used applications. If you touch and hold Overview this Button, it opens a menu of available options. -
Page 29: Returning To Recently-Used Applications
Removing an item from the Home screen While on the Home screen, touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it • Adding an app to the Quick Button Area From the Apps screen or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon •... -
Page 30: Notifications Panel
Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are on a call. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons, such as Wi-Fi and battery strength are shown on the right. - Page 31 Opening the notifications panel Swipe down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. To close the notifications panel, swipe the screen upwards or tap Quick Settings Area Notifications CLEAR Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Touch and hold the desired button to directly access the settings menu for the function.
- Page 32 The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are some of the most common ones. Icon Description Icon Description No SIM card inserted A song is currently playing No network signal available Ringer is silenced Airplane mode is on...
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Page 33: On-Screen Keyboard
On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field. Using the keypad and entering text Tap once to capitalise the next letter you type. Double-tap for all caps. Tap to go to the keyboard settings. -
Page 34: Special Features
Special Features Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take a photo There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature. Raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and a box •... -
Page 35: Glance View
Glance View When the phone screen is off, you can see the status bar, time and date by dragging your finger down on the screen. KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off. To turn the screen on Double-tap the centre of the Lock screen to turn the screen on. -
Page 36: Knock Code
Knock Code The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks on the screen. You can access the Home screen directly when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen. NOTE If you enter the wrong Knock Code 6 times, it will compulsorily take you to •... -
Page 37: Capture
NOTE You can enable or disable Dual window through the Settings menu. • > > > General tab > Dual window. Slide the toggle key to On or Off. Capture+ The Capture+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. You can use Capture+ to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or on the current phone screen. - Page 38 Tap to hide or display the toolbar. NOTE Please use a fingertip while using the Capture+ feature. Do not use your • fingernail. to save the current memo to the QuickMemo+ or Gallery. Discard Capture+ • View the Saved Memo >...
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Page 39: Menu Map
Menu Map Icon Description Icon Description Touch to perform basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, Touch to open and choose from various Google products subtraction, multiplication, Google Calculator division etc. To keep track of your appoint- ment and create meeting Touch to open camera viewfinder. - Page 40 Touch to listen to your or other audio files. favourite Radio stations Voice FM Radio Recorder Touch to open LG Smart To view, organise and sort picture World Application to and video files on your device. download applications. Smart World...
- Page 41 Icon Description Icon Description Remote Call is a remote Touch to adjust general settings support solution. of your phone Remotecall Settings Service Touch to access Play Store, s e a r c h a n d d o w n l o a d Touch to open SIM Toolkit.
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Page 42: Google Account Setup
Google account setup The first time you open a Google application on your phone, you will be required to sign in with your existing Google account. If you do not have a Google account, you will be prompted to create one. Creating your Google account >... - Page 43 After signing in, your phone will sync with your Google services, such as Gmail, Contacts, and Google Calendar. You can also use Maps, download applications from Play Store, back up your settings to Google servers, and take advantage of other Google services on your phone.
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Page 44: Connecting To Networks And Devices
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks > Networks tab > Wi-Fi. > > to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap a network to connect to it. -
Page 45: Bluetooth
Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. NOTE LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or • received via the Bluetooth feature. -
Page 46: Wi-Fi Direct
Sending data via Bluetooth Select a file or item such as a contact or media file. Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. NOTE Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible •... -
Page 47: Transferring Data Between A Pc And The Device
(MTP). A window will pop-up on your PC, allowing you to transfer the desired data. NOTE The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be • able to detect the phone. Check the requirements for using Media device (MTP). -
Page 48: Calls
Calls Making a call > to open the dialer. Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a digit, tap After entering the desired number, tap to place the call. To end the call, tap TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts >... -
Page 49: Making A Second Call
Making a second call > Add call and enter the number. During your first call, tap to place the call. Both calls are displayed on the call screen. Your initial call is locked and put on hold. Tap the displayed number to toggle between calls. Or tap to start a conference call. -
Page 50: Contacts
Contacts You can add contacts on your phone and synchronise them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact > to open your contacts. Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. Adding a new contact >... -
Page 51: Creating A Group
Removing a contact from your favourites list > Favourites tab. > Choose a contact to view its details. Tap the yellow star at the top right of the screen. The star turns a dark colour and the contact is removed from your favourites. Creating a group >... -
Page 52: Messaging
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messaging into one intuitive, easy to use menu. Sending a message > > Enter a contact name or contact number into the To field. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear. You can tap a suggested recipient and add more than one contact. -
Page 53: Conversation View
NOTE When you get a text message during a call, there will be an audible • notification. Conversation view Messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations. Changing your messaging settings Your phone's messaging settings are predefined to allow you to send messages immediately. -
Page 54: E-Mail
E-mail You can use the Email application to read email from providers other than Gmail. The Email application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Microsoft Exchange (for Enterprise users). Managing email accounts To open the Email application The first time you open the Email application, a setup wizard opens to help you add an email account. -
Page 55: Composing And Sending Email
Composing and sending email > > > to create a new email. Enter an address for the message's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses will be offered from your contacts. Separate multiple addresses with semicolons. Tap the Cc/Bcc field to copy or blind copy to other contacts/email addresses. Tap the text field and enter your message. -
Page 56: Camera And Video
Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. > > • Hide/Display Options – Tap to hide/display the camera options on the viewfinder. Flash – Allows you to manage the camera's flash. Swap camera –... -
Page 57: Using The Advanced Settings
Set the size of your picture and video. Allows you to take pictures with voice commands. When on, you just say "Cheese", "Smile", "LG", etc. to take a picture. Set your camera's timer. This is ideal if you want to be a part of the picture or video. -
Page 58: Taking A Photo
Taking a photo > > Frame your subject on the screen. A square around the subject indicates that the camera has focused. to take a photo. Your picture will be automatically saved to the Gallery. Once you have taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail on the screen to view the last photo you took. -
Page 59: Recording A Video
Recording a video > > Frame your subject on the screen. to start recording the video. The length of the recording is displayed on the top of the screen. NOTE to take pictures while recording video. • to pause recording video. You can resume recording again by tapping . - OR - to stop recording. -
Page 60: Gallery
Gallery The Gallery application presents the pictures and videos in your storage, including those you've taken with the Camera application and those you downloaded from the web or other locations. > > to view the images stored in the storage. Tap an album to open it and view its contents. - Page 61 Video options > > Select the video you want to watch. Tap to pause/resume video playback. Touch and hold to fast-forward in 3 second increments. Tap to fast-forward 10 seconds. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap to rewind 10 seconds. Tap to adjust the video volume.
- Page 62 Editing photos While viewing a photo, tap Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: While in a folder, tap , select the photos/videos and then tap DELETE. • While viewing a photo, tap • Setting wallpaper > Set image as to set the image as wallpaper or assign While viewing a photo, tap it to a contact.
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Page 63: Multimedia
Multimedia Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. Playing a song > > Tap the Songs tab. Select the song you want to play. The following options are available. Tap to pause playback. Tap to resume playback. - Page 64 Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. Touch and hold to rewind. Tap to adjust the volume. Tap to set audio effects. Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order).
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Page 65: Utilities
Utilities Clock The Clock app gives you access to the Alarms, Timer, World clock and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. > > • Alarms The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms. -
Page 66: Calculator
and select the desired city. Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. > Stopwatch tab. > > Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch. Tap Lap to record lap times. • Tap Stop to stop stopwatch. Calculator The Calculator app allows you to perform mathematical calculations using a standard or scientific calculator. -
Page 67: Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice > > to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE to access your recordings. You can listen to your saved recordings. •... -
Page 68: Fm Radio
NOTE This application may not be available depending on the region or service • provider. FM Radio Your phone has a built-in FM Radio so you can tune in to your favorite stations and listen on the go. > > •... -
Page 69: Web Browser
Web Browser Internet The internet gives you a fast, full colour world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment, and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and • downloading content. Check data charges with your network provider. >... -
Page 70: Chrome
Searching the web by voice Tap the address field and then tap . When prompted, say a keyword and select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE This feature may not be available depending on the region or service •... -
Page 71: Settings
Settings The Settings application contains most of the tools for customizing and configuring your phone. All of the settings in the Settings application are described in this section. To open the Settings application > System settings. > touch and hold •... - Page 72 Data roaming – Checkmark to allow you to use mobile data connections when • you're roaming outside your home network area. Wi-Fi Turns on Wi-Fi to connect to available Wi-Fi networks. Bluetooth Turns the Bluetooth wireless feature on or off to use Bluetooth. Mobile data Displays the data usage and mobile data usage limit.
- Page 73 Call reject – Allows you to set the call reject function. • Decline with message – When you want to reject a call, you can send a quick • message using this function. This is useful if you need to reject a call during a meeting.
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Page 74: Sound & Notification
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. Sound & notification < BASIC > Sound profile Allows you to set your phone's sound profile. -
Page 75: Display
Select Home – Set Home or EasyHome as the default home. • Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device. You can download new themes • from LG SmartWorld. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. • Settings... - Page 76 Screen swipe effect – Choose the desired type of effect to display when you • swipe from one Home screen canvas to the next. Allow Home screen looping – Displays the first screen after the last screen when • scrolling the Home screen. Help –...
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Page 77: General
Current keyboard – Allows you to select the default keyboard type. • - LG Keyboard – Tap the Settings icon to change the LG Keyboard settings. - Google voice typing – Checkmark to select Google voice typing to enter data. - Page 78 Location Turn on location service, your phone determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks. When you select this option, you're asked whether you consent to allowing Google to use your location when providing these services. Mode – Sets the how your current location information is determined. •...
- Page 79 - Power key ends call – Checkmark so that you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock Key. Hearing • - Captions – Allows you to customise caption settings for those with hearing impairments. - Notification LED – Allows you to activate the LED light for incoming calls and notifications.
- Page 80 Shortcut key Get quick access to apps by pressing the Volume Keys twice when the screen is off or locked. Google Use Google Settings to manage your Google apps and account settings. < PRIVACY > Security Use the Security menu to configure how to help secure your phone and its data. Content lock –...
- Page 81 - Clear credentials – Deletes all secure certificates and related credentials and erases the secure storage's own password. Trust agents – Select apps to use without unlocking screen. • Screen pin – You can enable your device to only show a certain app's screen •...
- Page 82 Backup & reset Change the settings for managing your settings and data. LG Backup – Backs up all information on the device and restores it in the event of • data loss or replacement. Back up my data – Back up app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to •...
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Page 83: Lg Bridge Application
LG Bridge is an application that helps you conveniently manage images, music, videos, documents, etc. saved on a LG mobile device on your PC. Also, you can update software of a mobile device or back up your files such as contacts and images to your... - Page 84 Required Software LG unified driver, Windows Media LG unified USB driver Player 10 or later How to Connect Your Mobile Phone in LG Bridge You can connect LG Bridge to another device using a USB cable. Features Connection Type Software update...
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Page 85: Phone Software Update
Internet without needing to visit a service centre. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding. - Page 86 Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data. This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.
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Page 87: About This User Guide
• providers or carriers. This content is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this guide, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region or •... -
Page 88: Trademarks
Trademarks LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics. • Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. ® • Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ® • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 89: Accessories
• Battery • NOTE Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only • for this device and may not be compatible with other devices. The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary •... -
Page 90: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM SIM or or USIM card in Make sure that the SIM or USIM card USIM card... - Page 91 Charging Check the charger and its connection error Contact problem to the phone. No voltage Plug the charger into a different outlet. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. Troubleshooting...
- Page 92 Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The Fixed dialling Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed. function off. is on. Impossible to receive/ Delete some messages from your Memory full send SMS phone. & photos Files do not Unsupported file Check the supported file formats.
- Page 93 For any query related to after sales service, you may please contact us on the numbers listed below. 24 × 7 CUSTOMER CARE 1800-315-9999 5757554 1800-180-9999 (Send SMS) (Toll Free) www.lg.com/in/support www.facebook.com/lgindiapage www.twitter.com/LGIndiaTweets LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Regd. O ce : A Wing (3rd Floor) D-3, District Center Saket, New Delhi-110017...
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