LG LGV496TK - User Manual

4 Table of contents Table of contents SERVICE ACTIVATION ................................2 About this user guide .................................3 Important Notice .......................................6 Getting to know your device ....................9 Phone layout ..................................

6 Important Notice Please read this before you start using your device! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your device are described in this section before taking the device in for service or calling a service representative. 1. Device memory You may need to check your dev...

7 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...

8 Important Notice 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 Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than one ...

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

10 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/unl...

12 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...

13 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 display a pop-up message regarding slow charging. This can also cause the battery to explode or damage the device,...

14 Getting to know your device 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...

15 Getting to know your device SIM card slot microSD card slot 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: • C...

16 Getting to know your device Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 Tap > > > Storage > Unmount SD card . 2 Open the card slot cover and press the memory card in to unlock it. Then pull it out of the slot. WARNING Do not remove th...

18 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...

19 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 ....

20 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 Return to the Home screen from any screen. Touch and hold to access the Google Now shortcut. Recent Apps Button Displays recently used applica...

21 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...

22 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...

23 Your Home screen Opening the Notifications panel Swipe 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 button to...

24 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...

25 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 ...

26 Special Features Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take 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 appears on the ...

27 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...

28 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...

29 Special Features Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code You can unlock the screen by tapping the Knock Code pattern you already set, when the screen turns off. Dual window This feature allows you to multi-task by splitting up the screen into two, allowing you to use two compatible applications...

31 Special Features Tap to hide or display the toolbar. NOTE: Please use a fingertip or Stylus Pen while using the QuickMemo+ feature. Do not use your fingernail. 3 Tap to save the current memo to the QuickMemo+ or Gallery . Discard Memos • Tap . View the Saved Memo Tap > > and select the Quic...

32 Special Features OR Also, while using applications that support QSlide, tap . The function is displayed as a small window on your screen. 2 You can use and tap the screen under the QSlid e windows when the transparency bar is not full . NOTE: QSlide can support up to two window at the same time. ...

34 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...

36 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 ...

37 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...

38 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...

39 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...

40 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...

41 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...

42 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 Notifications panel, tap the current USB connection, ...

43 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. ...

44 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 favori...

45 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...

46 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 field to copy or blin...

47 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...

48 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...

49 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 viewfinder screen. You can also tap anywhere on the screen to focus on that spot. 3 When the focus indicators turn blue, ...

50 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 ...

51 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 > &...

52 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...

53 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...

54 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...

56 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...

57 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...

58 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 Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice 1 Tap > > . 2...

59 Utilities Downloads Use this application to see what files have been downloaded through the applications. • Tap > > . NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

60 Browsing the Web Browsing the Web 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. ...

61 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 > >...

62 Settings • Miracast – You can mirror your tablet screen and sound onto LG Miracast dongle or TV wirelessly. • LG PC Suite – Connect LG PC Suite with your device to easily manage multimedia content and apps. < Tethering & networks > • USB tethering – Allows you to share the internet conn...

67 Settings PERSONAL < Users > This menu allows you to manage the current users. Add user Allows you to add new account for the device and use the Multi-user feature. < Location > Turn on location service, your device determines your approximate location using Wi-Fi and mobile networks. ...

69 Settings Gmail™, Calendar, and other applications may also have their own settings to control how they synchronize data; see the sections on those applications for details. Touch Add account to add new account. < Language & input > Use the Language & input settings to select the lan...

70 Settings SYSTEM < Shortcut Key > Allows you to turn the Shortcut keys on and off. Press and hold the Volume Up and Down keys together when the screen is unlocked to access QuickMemo+. Press and hold the Volume Up or Down key when the screen is off or locked to access the camera. < Date &...

73 Settings Tablet name Allows you to set your device name. 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 device number, IMEI, ...

74 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...

76 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...

77 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...

79 For Your Safety Important Information This user guide contains important information on the use and operation of this device. Please read all the information carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage to or misuse of the device. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved...

80 For Your Safety The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT Use the correct external power source A product should be operated only from the type of power s...

81 For Your Safety • Do not use your tablet in high explosive areas as the tablet may generate sparks. • Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause electric shock or fire. • Do not place any heavy items on the power cord...

82 For Your Safety • 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 tablet during or immediately after ope...

83 For Your Safety the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection. • Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other hazard. • For those host devices that utilize a USB port as a charging source, the host device’s user manual shall include a statement that the dev...

85 For Your Safety nearest authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance. Be careful that children do not swallow any parts (such as earphone, connection parts of the device, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not handle ...

87 For Your Safety • Do not use the device if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna. • The data saved in your tablet might be deleted due to careless use, repair of the tab...

88 For Your Safety reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Howeve...

89 For Your Safety Don’t use the device with a damaged antenna. A damaged antenna could cause a minor skin burn. Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna. Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions Your wireless device, which contains a radio transmitter and receiver, emits radi...

90 For Your Safety What does “SAR” mean? In 1996, the FCC, working with the FDA, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and other agencies, established RF exposure safety guidelines for wireless devices in the United States. Before a wireless device model is available for sale to the public, it m...

91 For Your Safety Can I minimize my RF exposure? If you are concerned about RF, there are several simple steps you can take to minimize your RF exposure. You can, of course, reduce your talk time. You can place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, as the exposure level drops of...

92 For Your Safety radiation/ (search “mobile”). Parents who wish to reduce their children’s RF exposure may choose to restrict their children’s wireless device use. Where can I get further information about RF emissions? For further information, see the following additional resources (websites curr...

93 For Your Safety 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 StrahlenschutzIngolstaedter Landstr. 185764 Oberschle...

95 For Your Safety 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 measurements. Caution: Avoid potential hearing loss. Prolonged exposure to loud sound...

96 For Your Safety cause unsafe volumes to sound normal. • Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use and consult you...

97 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...

98 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...

100 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 pr...

101 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 a...

102 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 ...

104 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...

107 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...

108 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...

109 For Your Safety Limited Warranty Statement 1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship, according to the following terms and conditions:(1) The limited warranty...

110 For Your Safety (2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture or dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized connections, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts which a...

111 For Your Safety 4. STATE LAW RIGHTS: No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN....