LG LGAK495 - Manuals

5 Important Notice • 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 manufacturer it may cause your device to malfunction. In addition, your device wi...

6 Important Notice 5. If the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the device does not respond when you try to operate it:Press and hold the Power/Lock Key for about 10 seconds to reset your device. To turn your device off, press and hold the Power/Lock Key for about 20 seconds. If it still does n...

7 Getting to know your device Device layout Volume keys Front-facing camera USB peripheral port Infrared (IR) LED Power/Lock key Earphone jack Microphone Getting to know your device

8 Getting to know your device SIM card/microSD card slot Rear-facing camera Speaker Stylus Pen Charger / USB port Front-facing camera Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself. You can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for optimal performance. Power/Lock key Press to lock/unlo...

9 Getting to know your device Volume keys Allow you to adjust the media volumes. Press and hold both keys at the same time to access the QuickMemo+ while screen is unlocked. Press and hold Down or Up to access the Camera while screen is off or locked. Earphone jack Allows you to plug in an optional ...

10 Getting to know your device Connecting cables to the ports 1. Charging the battery The Charger/USB Port is located at the bottom of the device. Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet.Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger included with your device to charge...

11 Getting to know your device 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 pop up message regarding slow charging. This can also cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which is ...

12 Getting to know your device WARNING You cannot store the data in the USB storage when the battery level is below 15%. Please charge the battery above 15% in order to use the USB storage function. Installing the SIM card or microSD card Before you can start exploring your new device, you need to s...

13 Getting to know your device 3 If you want to use a memory card, insert the memory card into the lower slot. Make sure the gold contact area is facing upwards. Slide the microSD card into the slot until it “clicks” into place and then close the slot cover. NOTE: • Cards must be positioned as shown...

14 Getting to know your device Locking and unlocking the device Pressing the Power/Lock Key turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked if it is not used for a specified period. This helps to prevent accidental taps and saves battery power. To unlock...

16 Your Home screen Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your device. • 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 lifti...

17 Your 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 ....

18 Your Home screen Back Button Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Home Button Returns to the Home screen from any screen. Touch and hold to access Google Now. Recent Apps Button Displays recently used applications. If yo...

19 Your Home screen 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 • While on the Home screen, touch and hold the icon you want to remove then drag it to and release it. Adding an app to t...

20 Your Home screen Returning to recently-used applications 1 Tap . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap an app preview to open the application. Or tap to return to your previous screen. Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calend...

21 Your Home screen 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 NotificationsClear Tap each quick setting button to toggle it on/off. Touch and hold the desired...

22 Your Home screen Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator icons appear on the Status bar at the top of the screen to calendar events, device status and more. 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...

23 Your Home screen NOTE: The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service. 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 ...

24 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 using Gesture shot There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature. • Raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and ...

25 Special Features Gesture View After taking a photo with the front camera lens, you can automatically check the captured photo with this gesture. 1 Tap > > . 2 Take a picture with the front camera. 3 After taking the picture, bring the device close to your face. The captured photo will be di...

26 Special Features KnockON The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off. To turn the screen on 1 Double-tap the center of the screen to turn the screen on. 2 Unlock the screen or access any of the available shortcuts or widgets. To turn the screen off 1 Double...

27 Special Features Dual window This feature allows you to multi-task by splitting up the screen into two, allowing you to use two compatible applications at the same time. 1 Tap > Dual window OR Tap . 2 Tap or drag the app icon for the corresponding application you wish to use. : Tap to view the...

28 Special Features QuickMemo+ The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots.You can use QuickMemo+ to easily and efficiently when you create memos, capture screens, and share them with family and friends. 1 While viewing the screen you want to capture and use in your me...

29 Special Features Discard Memos • Tap . View the Saved Memo • Tap > > and select the QuickMemo+ album or tap and select the desired memo. QSlide From any screen, use the Notification panel to easily access and use the Notepad, Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. OR Tap to expand the ...

30 Special Features QuickRemote QuickRemote turns your device into a Universal Remote for your home TV, set-top box and audio system, and more. 1 Slide the Status bar downward and tap > tap the QuickRemote option to activate it > > . OR Tap > > > . NOTE: If QuickRemote is disabled,...

31 Google Account Setup Google Account Setup The first time you open a Google application on your device, 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 1 Tap > . 2 Tap > A...

33 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 1 Tap > > > Wi-Fi . 2 Tap OFF ON to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available ...

34 Connecting to Networks and Devices Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. NOTE: • L...

35 Connecting to Networks and Devices Sending data via Bluetooth 1 Select a file or item such as a contact or media file. 2 Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth. 3 Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device. • Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compa...

36 Connecting to Networks and Devices SmartShare SmartShare allows you to receive multimedia content via LG device and tablets. 1 While viewing the content you want to share, tap or > SmartShare . 2 Tap Play or Beam in the pop-up that is displayed. • Play: You can stream your content via a TV, Bl...

37 Connecting to Networks and Devices QPair By connecting your tablet and mobile device via QPair, you can sync incoming calls, messages, and social networking notifications between your tablet and mobile device. 1 Run QPair and tap Get started > Start on your tablet first and then run the same s...

38 Connecting to Networks and Devices QPair features Call notifications – Sends the tablet a notification when the device 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 volu...

39 Connecting to Networks and Devices Transferring data between a PC and your device You can copy or move data between a PC and the device. Transferring data 1 Connect your device to a PC using the USB cable that came with your device. 2 Open the Notifi cations panel, tap the current USB connection, ...

40 Contacts Contacts You can add contacts on your device and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google Account or other accounts that support syncing contacts. Searching for a contact 1 Tap > > to open your contacts. 2 Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. ...

41 Contacts Removing a contact from your favorites list 1 Tap > > to open your contacts. 2 Tap the Favorites tab, and choose a contact to view its details. 3 Tap the gold star at the top right of the contact details screen. The star turns a dark color and the contact is removed from your favor...

42 Email Email 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 Emai...

43 Email Composing and sending email 1 In the application, tap to create a new email. 2 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. 3 Tap the Cc/Bcc fi eld to copy or blin...

44 Camera and Video Camera options on the viewfinder You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. • Tap > > . 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 p...

45 Camera and Video Capture – Tap to take a photo. Exit – Tap to exit the camera. Using the advanced settings In the camera viewfinder, tap to show the advanced options. Tap each icon to adjust the following camera settings. Set the size of your picture and video. Allows you to say a voice command t...

46 Camera and Video Taking a photo 1 Open the Camera application and point the lens toward the subject you want to photograph. 2 Focus indicators will appear in the center of the viewfi nder screen. You can also tap anywhere on the screen to focus on that spot. 3 When the focus indicators turn blue, ...

47 Camera and Video Recording a video 1 Open the Camera application and point the lens toward the subject you want to capture in your video. 2 Tap once to start recording. NOTE: The timer will be displayed on the screen. 3 Tap to stop recording. TIP! – Tap to capture a screen shot while recording a ...

48 Camera and Video Burst shot Allows you to take multiple shots quickly. Touch and hold . 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. 1 Tap > &...

49 Camera and Video Video options 1 Tap > . 2 Select the video you want to watch. Touch to use QSlide for the Video app. Tap to share your video using the SmartShare function. Tap to access additional options. Touch to adjust video volume. Touch and hold to rewind in 3 second increments. Tap to g...

50 Camera and Video 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...

51 Multimedia Music Your device has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. Playing a song 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap the Songs tab. 3 Select the song you want to play. 4 The following options are available. Tap to share your music via the SmartShare function. Tap to add the song to...

52 Multimedia Tap to access additional options. Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order). Tap to toggle through repeat all songs, repeat current song and repeat off. Tap to adjust the volume. Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track i...

53 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.Tap > > . Alarms The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms. 1 Open the ap...

54 Utilities World clock The World clock tab allows you to easily check the current time in other cities around the world. 1 Open the app, then select the World clock tab. 2 Tap and select the desired city. Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your device as a stopwatch. 1 Open the app, the...

55 Utilities Calendar The Calendar app allows you to track your schedule of events. 1 Tap > > . 2 Tap the date you want to add an event to. Then tap . Voice Search Use this application to search webpages using voice. 1 Tap > > Apps tab > Google folder > . 2 Say a keyword or phrase ...

56 Utilities Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. 1 Tap > > . NOTE: This application may not be available depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria. Opening a page • To go t...

57 Settings Settings The Settings application contains most of the tools for customizing and configuring your device. All of the settings in the Settings application are described in this section. To open the Settings application • Tap > touch and hold > System settings . OR • Tap > > . ...

58 Settings Miracast You can mirror your tablet screen and sound onto LG Miracast dongle or TV wirelessly. < Tethering & networks >USB tethering Allows you to share the internet connection with your computer via a USB cable. Wi-Fi hotspot Allows you to create a hotspot and share your conne...

61 Settings Font type Select the desired font type. Font size Select the desired font size. 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 als...

62 Settings Battery percentage on status bar Checkmark to display the battery level percentage on the Status bar next to the battery icon. Battery saver Tap the Battery Saver switch OFF ON to toggle it On or Off. You can also set when to turn battery saver on. Help Displays help information for the ...

63 Settings < Location > Turn on location service, your device 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 curre...

65 Settings < Language & input > Use the Language & input settings to select the language for the text on your device and to configure the on-screen keyboard, including words you've added to its dictionary. < Backup & reset > Change the settings for managing your settings and...

69 Settings Update Center Allows you to check for software updates. Network Allows you to see the network, signal strength, mobile network type and state, service state, roaming state, and IP address. Status Allows you to view the tablet number, IMEI, MEDI HEX, MEID DEC and ICCID. Battery Allows you...

70 Software Update Device Software Update This feature allows you to update the firmware of your device 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/common/ index.jsp.A...

71 About this user guide 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 device. • You...

72 Trademarks Trademarks • Copyright 2015 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. • Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide. • Wi-Fi ® , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi log...

73 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your device. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures No applications can be set Not supported by...

74 Troubleshooting Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures No sound Vibration mode Check the settings status in the sound menu to make sure you are not in vibration or silent mode.

75 For Your Safety Before You Start Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling . ELECTRICAL SAFETY This product is intende...

77 For Your Safety • Do not disassemble the tablet. • Do not attempt to repair or modify the device yourself. Your device is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery which should be replaced only by LG or an authorized LG repair center. You should never attempt to open or disassemble this devi...

78 For Your Safety Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your tablet and to prevent damage. • Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred. • Repairs under warranty, at LG’s option, may include replacement parts or boar...

79 For Your Safety connected to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program. 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 ...

81 For Your Safety • Do not handle the tablet with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your tablet. • Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your tablet. This could cause a fire. • Always unplug...

83 For Your Safety • The data saved in your tablet might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the tablet, or upgrade of the software. Please backup your important contacts. (pictures, and videos could also be deleted.) The manufacturer is not liable for damage due to the loss of data. • When yo...

84 For Your Safety Part 15.105 statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This ...

85 For Your Safety Caution Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas (or modifications to the antenna) could impair call quality, damage the device, void your warranty and/or violate FCC regulations.Don’t use the device with a damaged antenna. A damaged antenna could cause a minor ...

86 For Your Safety issued its own website publication stating that “there is no scientific evidence that proves that wireless device usage can lead to cancer or a variety of other problems, including headaches, dizziness or memory loss”.This publication is available at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafet...

87 For Your Safety http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/bulletins or visit the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association website at http://www.ctia.org/consumer_info/index.cfm/AID/10371. You may also wish to contact the manufacturer of your device. Can I minimize my RF ...

88 For Your Safety based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. A copy of the UK’s leaflet is available at http://www.dh.gov.uk (search “mobile”), or you can write to: NRPB, Chilton, Didcot, Oxon OX11 ORQ, United Kingdom. Copies of the UK’s annual reports on mobile device and RF are a...

89 For Your Safety CanadaTelephone: (613) 991-6990 World Health Organization Avenue Appia 201211 Geneva 27SwitzerlandTelephone: 011 41 22 791 21 11http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/ International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection c/o Bundesamt fur StrahlenschutzIngolst...

91 For Your Safety * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile device used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in...

93 For Your Safety TIA Safety Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld devices. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable device is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it receives and sends out Radio Frequency (R...

94 For Your Safety antenna affects call quality and may cause the tablet to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed. Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from yo...

96 For Your Safety Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always marked clearly. Potential areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline stations); below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as pro...

97 For Your Safety 2. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of tablets? Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as tablets before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take ac...

98 For Your Safety The FCC also regulates the base stations that the tablet networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at higher power than do the tablets themselves, the RF exposures that people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower than those they can get f...

100 For Your Safety Electro Magnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has driven the establishment of new research programs around the world. The project has also helped develop a...

103 For Your Safety interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” device and a “compatible” hearing aid at the same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless communications devices for possible interactions with other medical devic...

104 For Your Safety Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and c...

105 For Your Safety (1) The limited warranty for the product extends for TWELVE (12) MONTHS beginning on the date of purchase of the product with valid proof of purchase, or absent valid proof of purchase, FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from date of manufacture as determined by the unit’s manufacture date code...

106 For Your Safety (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible.(6) This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied either in fact or by operations of law, statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited to any implied warranty of marketabi...

107 For Your Safety Some states do not allow the exclusive limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights...