LG LG G Pad F 8.0 AK495, User Manual

Page 1: ...www lg com MFL69455801 1 0 ENGLISH LG AK495 User Guide ...

Page 2: ... the device s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data corruption or data loss Such actions will violate your LG licence agreement and void your warranty A Some contents and illustrations may differ from your device depending on the region service provider software version or OS version and are subject to change without prior notice A S...

Page 3: ... Instructional notices WARNING Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others CAUTION Situations that could cause damage to the device or other equipment NOTE Notices or additional information ...

Page 4: ... Magnuson Moss Act warranty is a written promise that the product is free of defects or a written promise to refund repair or replace defective goods See 15 USC 2301 6 Remedies include damages for failing to honor a written warranty or service contract or for violating disclosure provisions See 15 USC 2310 d Except for some labeling and disclosure requirements the federal Act does not preempt stat...

Page 5: ... NOT COVER 1 Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner 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 are not the fault of LG ...

Page 6: ... LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information 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 LG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIEN...

Page 7: ...N Definitions For the purposes of this section references to LG mean LG Electronics MobileComm U S A Inc its parents subsidiaries and affiliates and each of their officers directors employees agents beneficiaries predecessors in interest successors assigns and suppliers references to dispute or claim shall include any dispute claim or controversy of any kind whatsoever whether based in contract to...

Page 8: ...is section the rules set forth in this section will govern This arbitration provision is governed by the Federal Arbitration Act Judgment may be entered on the arbitrator s award in any court of competent jurisdiction All issues are for the arbitrator to decide except that issues relating to the scope and enforceability of the arbitration provision and to the arbitrability of the dispute are for t...

Page 9: ...district in which you reside unless we both agree to another location or we agree to a telephonic arbitration Opt Out You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure If you opt out neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding To opt out you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser s purchase of ...

Page 10: ...ranty in any way and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty If you keep this product and do not opt out then you accept all terms and conditions of the arbitration provision described above ...

Page 11: ...Lock 31 Your Home screen 32 Touch screen tips 32 Home screen 33 Customizing the Home screen 34 Returning to recently used applications 35 YtynŅhfyntsx ufsjq 36 On screen keyboard 38 Connecting to Networks and Devices 39 Wi Fi 39 Bluetooth 39 Wi Fi Direct 41 SmartShare 41 QPair 42 Transferring data between a PC and your device 44 Apps 45 Contacts 46 Searching for a contact 46 Adding a new contact 4...

Page 12: ... About backing up and restoring device data 61 Google apps 62 Settings 64 Settings 65 WIRELESS NETWORKS 65 DEVICE 66 PERSONAL 71 SYSTEM 74 Appendix 76 Software Update 77 Device Software Update 77 LG Device Software Update via Over the Air OTA 77 FAQ 78 Anti Theft Guide 80 More information 81 Open Source Software Notice Information 81 Trademarks 81 If the screen freezes 81 For Your Safety 82 ...

Page 13: ...Special Features Special Features ...

Page 14: ...ture shot feature A Raise your hand with an open palm until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen Then close your hand into a fist to start the timer allowing you time to get ready OR A Raise your hand in a clenched fist until the front camera detects it and a box appears on the screen Then unclench your fist to start the timer allowing you time to get ready or ...

Page 15: ... picture bring the device close to your face The captured photo will be displayed Take a picture Quick preview Return to front camera mode NOTE A Depending on the speed and angle of the gesture this feature may not work properly A When the angle is changed after the quick preview the device returns to camera mode You must access the Gallery to view the picture again ...

Page 16: ...s off quickly double tap the center of the screen to turn on the backlight and display the Lock screen Turning the screen off Quickly double tap the Status Bar an empty area on the Home screen or the Lock screen to turn the screen off NOTE A Tap on the center area of the screen If you tap on the bottom or the top area the recognition rate may decrease ...

Page 17: ...s you will be required to enter to your Google account login info backup PIN A Use your fingertip instead of your fingernail to tap the screen when turning it on or off Setting up the Knock Code feature 1 Tap Display Lock screen Select screen lock Knock Code 2 Tap the squares in a pattern to set your Knock Code Your Knock Code pattern can be 6 to 8 taps Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code Wh...

Page 18: ...icon for the corresponding application you wish to use Tap to view the Dual window menu options or drag to resize the split screens Switch the two screens Display the app list Change the selected window to full screen Close the currently selected app window NOTE A Dual window is enabled by default You can enable or disable Dual window through the Settings menu 1 Tap Dual window 2 Slide the toggle ...

Page 19: ...most recent action Tap to redo the most recently deleted action Tap to insert text into your memo Tap to select the pen type and color Tap to use the eraser to erase the pen marks on the memo Tap to crop the image of memo Tap to share the memo or change the background paper style Tap to hide or display the toolbar NOTE A Please use a fingertip while using the Capture feature Do not use your finger...

Page 20: ...ions that support QSlide tap QSlide The function is displayed as a small window on your screen 2 Use the following options Tap to expand the window to full window size Tap to adjust the window s transparency Tap to close the QSlide window Drag to adjust the size of the QSlide window 3 You can use and tap the screen under the QSlide windows when the transparency bar is not full NOTE A QSlide can su...

Page 21: ...reen instructions to configure the device Using QuickRemote Once you have completed the initial set up you can easily access the QuickRemote from the Notification panel Open the Notification panel and use the QuickRemote functions NOTE A The 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 ...

Page 22: ...Basics Basics ...

Page 23: ...ld separately You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements NOTE A Always use genuine LG accessories Failure to do this may invalidate your warranty A Accessories may be different in different regions please check with our regional service company or agent for further enquiries ...

Page 24: ...Basics 23 Device layout Front view Volume keys Front facing camera USB peripheral port Infrared IR LED Power Lock key Earphone jack Microphone ...

Page 25: ...chatting Keep it clean for optimal performance Power Lock key Press to lock unlock the screen Press and hold to turn the tablet on off restart it and activate deactivate airplane mode Volume keys Allow you to adjust the media volumes Press and hold both keys at the same time to access the Capture while the screen is unlocked Press and hold Down or Up to access the Camera while the screen is off or...

Page 26: ...ouse and external storage to your tablet Also allows you to charge another device Charger USB port Allows you to connect the tablet and the USB cable for use with the charger adapter your PC or other compatible accessories Rear facing camera Use to take photos and record videos Keep it clean for optimal performance Speaker Use to listen to the audio from the selected function e g music videos soun...

Page 27: ...cluded with your device to charge the battery A computer can also be used to charge the battery by connecting the device to it using the USB cable WARNING A Use only LG approved chargers batteries and cables The use of unapproved chargers batteries or cables may cause a battery charging delay or display a pop up message regarding slow charging It can also cause the battery to explode or damage the...

Page 28: ...smartphone acting as external storage device As most USB keyboards mouse and game controllers are designed for desktop computers and operation systems some devices may not function NOTE A Only devices that meet the USB specs may connect to the USB peripheral port A If you are experiencing errors with device recognition please use a shorter USB cable or check the USB Hub with external power supply ...

Page 29: ...below Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward 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 A Cards must be positioned as shown A MicroSD card is not included A Onl...

Page 30: ...cards including the loss of data 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 Accounts sync Add account Google Or create a new account 3 Enter your first and last name then tap NEXT 4 En...

Page 31: ...RTANT A 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 When you sign in your contacts Gmail messages Calendar events and other information from these applications and services on the web are synchronized with your device If y...

Page 32: ...elect a desired screen lock from None Swipe Knock Code Pattern PIN and Password NOTE A Create a Google account before setting an unlock pattern and remember the Backup PIN you created when creating your pattern lock Caution A 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 If you perform a hard reset all use...

Page 33: ...ping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs A Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then without lifting your finger move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them A Swipe or slide To swipe or slide quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen without pausing when you first tap it so you...

Page 34: ...cuts 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 Application Icons Location Indicator Quick Button Area Home Touch Buttons Shows the device s status information including the time signal strength battery status and notification icons Tap an icon application folder etc to open and use it ...

Page 35: ... Extended Home screen The operating system provides multiple Home screen canvases to provide more space for adding icons widgets and more A Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen to access additional canvases Customizing the Home screen You can customize your Home screen by adding apps and widgets and changing wallpapers Adding items on your Home screen 1 Touch and hold the empty p...

Page 36: ...t to and release it NOTE A The Apps Button cannot be removed Customizing app icons on the Home screen 1 Touch and hold an application icon until it unlocks from its current position then release it The editing icon appears in the upper right corner of the application 2 Tap the application icon again and select the desired icon design and size 3 Tap OK to save the change NOTE A You can also tap Add...

Page 37: ...cons for pending notifications appear on the left and system icons such as Wi Fi and battery strength are shown on the right NOTE A The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider Notification icons Status icons 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 Setti...

Page 38: ...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 some of the most common ones Icon Description Icon Description No SIM card inserted A song is currently playing No network signal available Silent mode is enabled Air...

Page 39: ...he next letter you type Double tap for all caps Tap to access the keyboard settings Touch and hold to enter text by voice or handwriting or access the clip tray Tap to enter a space Tap to create a new line Tap to delete the previous character Entering special characters The on screen keyboard allows you to enter special characters For example to input á touch and hold the a button until the pop u...

Page 40: ...r a security key or password 4 The Status bar displays icons that indicate Wi Fi status NOTE A 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 TIP How to obtain the MAC address A Tap Wi Fi Advanced Wi Fi MAC address Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short range communications technology that allows you ...

Page 41: ... from the list Once the paring is successful your device connects to the other device NOTE A Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one time process Once a pairing has been created the devices will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information TIP A Please consult documentation included with Bluetooth device for information on pairing mode and passcode typically 0 0 0 0 four...

Page 42: ...ced Wi Fi Wi Fi Direct NOTE A When in this menu your device is visible to other visible Wi Fi Direct devices nearby 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 A list of available devices will be displayed 3 Tap the device you want to share from the list A If the device is not displayed o...

Page 43: ...connect to If the device is not listed tap Search nearby devices 3 After a connection is established you can enjoy the content on your device 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 steps ...

Page 44: ...ecline message when you get a call NOTE A You can only receive a call supported by Bluetooth technology Dialing a call from the tablet using the QPair feature is not possible Message notifications Sends the tablet a notification when the device receives a message You can also change message settings such as message pop up message preview notification sound and notification vibration Social network...

Page 45: ...nd select Media device MTP 3 A window will pop up on your PC allowing you to transfer the desired data NOTE A The LG United Mobile Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able to detect the device A Check the requirements for using Media device MTP Items Requirement OS Microsoft Windows XP SP3 Vista or higher Window Media Player version Windows Media Player 10 or higher A Please refer ...

Page 46: ...Apps Apps ...

Page 47: ...elect from Gallery 4 Enter the desired information for the contact 5 Tap SAVE Favorites contacts You can classify frequently called contacts as favorites Adding a contact to your favorites 1 Tap to open your contacts 2 Tap a contact to view its details 3 Tap the star at the top right of the contact details screen The star will be highlighted Removing a contact from your favorites list 1 Tap to ope...

Page 48: ... contact list Merging and Separating Contacts When you have two or more entries for the same contact you can merge them into a single entry You can also separate contacts that were merged 1 Tap 2 Tap Manage contacts Merge 3 Select a tab at the top of the screen A Tap Merge suggestion to select entries you want to merge A Tap Merged contacts to select entries you want to separate 4 Checkmark the en...

Page 49: ...tup wizard opens to help you add an email account You can also add your email account using the Settings menu A Tap Adding another email account A Tap Settings Changing the email general settings A Tap Settings General settings Deleting an email account A Tap Settings Remove account Select the account to delete REMOVE YES Working with account folders Each account has Inbox VIP Sent and Drafts Depe...

Page 50: ... 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 blind copy to other contacts email addresses 4 Tap the text field and enter your message 5 Tap to attach the file you want to send with your message 6 Tap to send the message ...

Page 51: ... lens cover with smudges from fingers can cause blurry pictures with a halo effect Hide Display Options Tap to hide display the camera options on the viewfinder Swap camera Tap to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens Settings Tap this icon to open the camera settings menu Gallery Tap to view the last photo or video you captured Record Tap to start recording Capture Tap to ta...

Page 52: ...es and record better videos by displaying a grid line for help with alignment Set the storage location for your pictures and videos Choose from IN internal memory and SD memory card This menu appears only when the SD card is inserted Allows you to learn how a function works Taking a photo 1 Open the Camera application and point the lens toward the subject you want to photograph 2 Focus indicators ...

Page 53: ...oto immediately Tap to open the available sharing options Tap to delete the photo Tap to access additional options 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 A The timer will be displayed on the screen 3 Tap to stop recording NOTE A Tap to capture a screen shot while recording a video A ...

Page 54: ...perates automatically and allows you to see a clear image 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 to view the images stored in the storage 2 Tap an album to open it and vi...

Page 55: ...oming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in and out on an image A Double tap anywhere to zoom in and out A Spread two fingers apart on any place in the picture zoom in Pinch in to zoom out Video options 1 Tap 2 Select the video you want to watch Tap to edit the video Touch to use QSlide for the Video app Tap to share your video using the SmartShare function Tap to access additiona...

Page 56: ...ide your finger from left to right or vice versa to fast forward and rewind Editing photos While viewing a photo tap Deleting photos videos Use one of the following methods A While in a folder tap select the photos videos you want to delete Then tap DELETE A While viewing a photo tap Setting wallpaper While viewing a photo tap Set image as to set the image as wallpaper or assign it to a contact NO...

Page 57: ...p 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 your favorites Tap to open the current playlist Tap to access additional options Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode tracks are played in random order ...

Page 58: ... set audio effects NOTE A Depending on the software installed some file formats may not be supported A If the file size exceeds the available memory an error can occur when you open files A Music file copyrights may be protected by international treaties and national copyright laws Therefore it may be necessary to obtain permission or a licence to reproduce or copy music In some countries national...

Page 59: ...add a new alarm 3 Adjust the settings as necessary and tap SAVE NOTE A You can also tap an existing alarm to edit it Timer The Timer tab can alert you with an audible signal when a set amount of time has passed 1 Tap the Timer tab 2 Set the desired time on the timer 3 Tap Start to start the timer 4 Tap Stop to stop the timer World clock The World clock tab allows you to easily check the current ti...

Page 60: ...culations using a standard or scientific calculator 1 Tap 2 Tap the number buttons to enter numbers 3 For simple calculations tap the function you want to perform x or followed by NOTE A For more complex calculations tap Scientific calculator 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 Downloads Use this applicatio...

Page 61: ...ication 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 A To go to a new page tap at the top of the browser A To go to another web page tap a tab at the top of the screen to select the page ...

Page 62: ...ablets you can backup and restore most of your data including downloaded and pre installed applications bookmarks calendar entries contacts home screen settings and system settings WARNING A To protect against an unexpected power off during backup or restore operations due to insufficient battery power you should always keep your battery fully charged NOTE A All files that are stored on your devic...

Page 63: ...s by saying a keyword or phrase Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Play Music Discover listen to and share music on your device Play Movies TV Watch movies and TV shows purchased from the Play Store Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others Photos Manage photos albums and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Goo...

Page 64: ...Apps 63 Maps Find your location on the map search for locations and view location information for various places YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others ...

Page 65: ...Settings Settings ...

Page 66: ...u are in an area where data use is prohibited When you set your device to Airplane Mode it cannot access online data 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 allows you to set a personalized mobile data usage limit Share connect A SmartShare Beam Allows you to receiv...

Page 67: ...s Help information about USB tethering Wi Fi hotspot and Bluetooth tethering More A Mobile networks Set options for network operators access point names and mobile data A VPN From your device you can add set up and manage virtual private networks VPNs that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network such as your corporate network DEVICE Sound notification Sound profile...

Page 68: ... buttons icons and other onscreen items that react to your touch Screen lock sound Allows you to set your tablet to play a sound when locking and unlocking the screen Vibrate on tap Checkmark to vibrate when tapping the Home touch buttons and during other UI interactions Display Font type Select the desired font type Font size Select the desired font size Brightness Allows you to adjust the screen...

Page 69: ... your Home screen 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 Checkmark to allow continuous Home screen scrolling loop back to first screen after last screen Help Displays help information for the Home screen Lock screen Select screen lock Allows you to set a screen lock to secure your device Smar...

Page 70: ...k the screen when the Power Lock Key is pressed This setting overrides the Security lock timer setting Storage USB Internal Storage Allows you to view information about the internal storage usage SD Card Allows you to view information about storage use on the SD card Tap to unmount the card and allow safe removal of the card If no SD card is mounted tap the SD card menu then tap MOUNT To format th...

Page 71: ...r the memory used on average and the memory used by apps in the device Apps Display the list of applications such as currently running or downloaded Tap an entry to view more information tap Force stop or Stop then OK to stop it from running Dual window This feature allows you to use two apps at once You can turn the feature On and Off in this menu Auto open Allows the device to automatically open...

Page 72: ... recently requested your location A Camera Checkmark to tag photos or videos with their locations A Google Location History Allows you to view and manage your Google location history Security Use the Security menu to configure how to help secure your device and its data Content lock Allows you to lock memos for QuickMemo Choose from Password or Pattern Encrypt tablet Allows you to encrypt data on ...

Page 73: ... Screen pin This feature allows you to lock your device so that the current user can only access the pinned app This is useful for users with children Usage access for apps Allow this app to view usage info of apps on your device Accounts sync Use the Accounts sync settings menu to add remove and manage your Google and other supported accounts You can also use these settings to control how and whe...

Page 74: ...er to the LG Backup section in Apps Back up my data Back up app data Wi Fi passwords and other settings to Google servers Backup account Displays the account that is currently being used to back up information Automatic restore When reinstalling an app restore backed up settings and data Network settings reset Reset all network settings Factory data reset Reset your settings to the factory default...

Page 75: ...ptions for people with impaired sight TalkBack Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with impaired vision by providing verbal feedback Screen shade Enable to set the screen to a darker contrast Font size Sets the font size Touch zoom Allows you to zoom in and out by triple tapping the screen Screen color inversion Enable to invert the color of the screen and content Scree...

Page 76: ...ation to just that area of the screen A Accessibility features shortcut Allow you to access selected features quickly when triple tapping the Home button A Auto rotate screen Enable to allow the device to rotate the screen depending on the physical device orientation portrait or landscape A Switch Access Allows you to interact with your device using one or more switches that work like keyboard key...

Page 77: ...Appendix Appendix ...

Page 78: ... This feature allows you to update the firmware of your device to the newer version conveniently via OTA without connecting the USB cable This feature is only available if and when LG makes the newer version of the firmware available for your device First you can check the software version on your device Tap About tablet Software info To perform the device software update tap About tablet Software...

Page 79: ...t your service provider Charging error Battery is not charged Charge battery Outside temperature is too hot or cold Make sure device is charging at a normal temperature Contact problem Check the charger and its connection to the device No voltage Plug the charger into a different socket Charger defective Replace the charger Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories Impossible to receive send ...

Page 80: ...Appendix 79 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 ...

Page 81: ... screen is unlocked A Add your Google account on your device If your device is wiped but you have your Google account on it the device can t finish the setup process until your Google account information is entered again After your device is protected you ll need to either unlock your screen or enter your Google account password if you need to do a factory reset This ensures that you or someone yo...

Page 82: ...n which you purchased the product Trademarks A Copyright 2016 LG Electronics Inc All rights reserved LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities A Google Google Maps Gmail YouTube Hangouts and Play Store are trademarks of Google Inc A Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide A Wi Fi and the Wi Fi logo are registered trademarks of ...

Page 83: ...For Your Safety For Your Safety ...

Page 84: ...birth defects or reproductive harm Wash hands after handling ELECTRICAL SAFETY This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or power supply unit Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION CAUTION Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric...

Page 85: ...ot dispose of your tablet near fire or with hazardous or flammable waste You should dispose of your tablet in accordance with all applicable laws A Do not use the tablet in areas where its use is prohibited For example aircraft A Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity such as a bathroom A Do not use harsh chemicals such as alcohol ben...

Page 86: ...ents and consequently invalidate the warranty A 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 operation Safety Information Please read and observe the following information f...

Page 87: ...avy items on the power cord Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause electric shock or fire A Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your tablet and clean the power plug pin when it s dirty When using the power plug ensure that it s firmly connected If not it may cause excessive heat or fire If you put your tablet in a pocket or bag without covering the receptacle of the tablet p...

Page 88: ...p device away from babies and small children If children use the battery their parents or legal guardians are responsible for supervising and teaching them about the safe handling of device and how to use batteries according to the manual with care A If liquid from the battery in the device rubs against skin or clothing wash with fresh water It may cause the skin inflammation Do not user the batte...

Page 89: ...not use the mobile device with a wet hand Doing so may cause an electric shock to you or damage to the mobile device Extreme heat or cold A Avoid temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F A xj tzw yfgqjy ns yjrujwfyzwjx gjy jjs B N ED Q fsi FB N CBF Q0 nk utxxngqj P utxnsl tzw yfgqjy yt j ywjrjq qt or high temperatures may result in damage malfunction or even explosion Microwaves Do not try ...

Page 90: ...he 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 A 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 lia...

Page 91: ...15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a part...

Page 92: ...ody 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 skin burn Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions Your w...

Page 93: ...variety of other problems including headaches dizziness or memory loss This publication is available at http www fcc gov oet rfsafety or through the FCC at 888 225 5322 or 888 CALL FCC 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 wireles...

Page 94: ... also wish to contact the manufacturer of your device 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 off dramatically with distance The FDA FCC website states that hands free ...

Page 95: ...d 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 available online at www iegmp org uk and http www hpa org uk radiation search mobile Parents who wish to reduce their children s RF exposu...

Page 96: ...anization Avenue Appia 20 1211 Geneva 27 Switzerland Telephone 011 41 22 791 21 11 http www who int mediacentre factsheets fs193 en International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Protection c o Bundesamt fur Strahlenschutz Ingolstaedter Landstr 1 85764 Oberschleissheim Germany Telephone 011 49 1888 333 2156 http www icnirp de Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Committee on Man and Rad...

Page 97: ...r SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value Because the device is ...

Page 98: ...or the public and to account for any variations in measurements Caution Avoid potential hearing loss Prolonged exposure to loud sounds including music is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss Some scientific research suggests that using portable audio devices such as portable music players and cellular telephones at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise in...

Page 99: ...emporary hearing loss Temporary hearing loss might cause unsafe volumes to sound normal A 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 your doctor You can obtain additional information on this subject from the ...

Page 100: ...adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U S and international standards bodies ANSI C95 1 1992 NCRP Report 86 1986 ICNIRP 1996 American National Standards Institute National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Prote...

Page 101: ...Association recommends that a minimum separation of six 6 inches be maintained between a handheld wireless device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research Persons with pacemakers A Should ALWAYS keep the device more than six 6 inches from their pacemak...

Page 102: ... the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle Posted Facilities Turn your device OFF in any facility where posted notices so require Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using your device while in the air Switch OFF your tablet before boarding an aircraft Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations turn your device OFF when in a blasting area or in areas post...

Page 103: ...ablets There is no proof however that tablets are absolutely safe Tablets emit low levels of Radio Frequency RF energy in the microwave range while being used They also emit very low levels of RF when in idle mode Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects by heating tissue exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects Many studies ...

Page 104: ...o ensure coordinated efforts at the federal level The following agencies belong to this working group A National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health A Environmental Protection Agency A Occupational Safety and Health Administration A National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities as well...

Page 105: ...esults that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories A few animal studies however have suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in laboratory animals However many of the studies that showed increased tumor development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with cancer causing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in the a...

Page 106: ...he angle at which the tablet is held or which model of tablet is used 6 What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects of tablet RF The FDA is working with the U S National Toxicology Program and with groups of investigators around the world to ensure that high priority animal studies are conducted to address important questions about the effects of exposure to Radio Freq...

Page 107: ...on and Measurement The exposure limit takes into consideration the body s ability to remove heat from the tissues that absorb energy from the tablet and is set well below levels known to have effects Manufacturers of tablets must report the RF exposure level for each model of tablet to the FCC The FCC website http www fcc gov oet rfsafety gives directions for locating the FCC identification number...

Page 108: ...onduct extended conversations using a wireless device every day you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance For example you could use a headset and carry the tablet away from your body or use a wireless device connected to a remote antenna Again the scientific data does not demonstrate that tablets are harmf...

Page 109: ...ate 2000 This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless communications device EMI The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless devices and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE This standard specifies test methods and performance requir...

Page 110: ...iving safely is your first responsibility A Use hands free operation if available A Pull off the road and park before using it 10 Driver Safety Tips Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability to communicate by voice almost anywhere anytime An important responsibility accompanies the benefits of wireless phones one that every user must uphold When operating a car driving is your first respo...

Page 111: ...e numbers while driving If you are reading an address book or business card or writing a to do list while driving a car you are not watching where you are going It is common sense Do not get caught in a dangerous situation because you are reading or writing and not paying attention to the road or nearby vehicles 6 Dial sensibly and assess the traffic if possible place calls when you are not moving...

Page 112: ... to do for you 10 Call roadside assistance or a special wireless non emergency assistance number when necessary Certain situations you encounter while driving may require attention but are not urgent enough to merit a call for emergency services But you can still use your wireless phone to lend a hand If you see a broken down vehicle posing no serious hazard a broken traffic signal a minor traffic...

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