LG V530 Users manual

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USER GUIDE

LG-V530KB

Copyright ©2017 LG Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

MFL69657601 (1.0)

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About This User Guide

Thank you for choosing LG. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper use.

Ţ Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

Ţ This device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment due to the touchscreen keyboard.

Ţ Descriptions are based on the device default settings.

Ţ Default apps on the device are subject to updates and support for these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any questions about an app provided with the device, please contact a LG Service center. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant service provider.

Ţ Modifying 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 license agreement and avoid your warranty.

Ţ 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.

Ţ Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully are entirely responsible for the illegal use of media.

Ţ Additional charges may apply for data services, such as messaging, uploading, downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.

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Instructional Notices

WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third parties.

CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the device.

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

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Table of Contents

	01			02
	Custom-designed			Basic Functions
	Features			15	Accessories
	6	Comfort View		16	Device Overview
	7	Gesture Shot		19	LG G Pad Plus Pack Overview
	8	KnockON		21	Attaching the Tablet to the LG
	9	Knock Code			G Pad Plus Pack
				22	Charging the Battery
	10 Multi-tasking Feature
				25	Connecting a USB Device to
	11	Capture+
					Your Tablet
	13	QSlide
				26	Installing the SIM Card or
					microSD Card
				28	Removing the Memory Card
				29	Touch Screen
				32	Home Screen
				40	Locking and Unlocking the
					Device
				42	On-screen Keyboard
				43	Connecting to Networks and
					Devices
				51	Google Account Setup

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03

Useful Apps

53 Contacts

55Messaging

56Email

58 Camera and Video

66 Multimedia

68Clock

69Calculator

69Calendar

69Downloads

70File Manager

70LG Backup

71Google Apps

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Settings

74Settings

75WIRELESS NETWORKS

77DEVICE

82PERSONAL

86SYSTEM

05

Appendix

90Software Update

91FAQ

92Anti-Theft Guide

93More Information

06

For Your Safety

07

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

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01

Custom-designed

Features

Comfort View

This feature reduces the amount of blue light on the screen to reduce eye strain.

Turning the Comfort View On/Off

Ţ Slide the Status bar downward, tap , then tap / .

OR

Ţ Tap > > Display > Comfort view, and then tap / .

Adjust the Blue Light Filter

1Tap > > Display > Comfort view.

2Select the desired blue light filter setting.

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Gesture Shot

The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera.

To Take a Photo

There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature.

Ţ 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

Ţ 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

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KnockON

The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn it on or off.

Turning the Screen On

While the screen is 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.

Ţ Tap on the center area of the screen. If you tap on the bottom or the top area, the recognition rate may decrease.

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Knock Code

The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks on the screen. You can access the Home screen directly when the screen is off by tapping the same sequence on the screen.

Ţ You can use your Knock Code together with the KnockOn feature.

Ţ Make sure to use your fingertip when tapping the screen.

Setting Up the Knock Code Feature

1Tap > > Display > Lock screen > Select screen lock > Knock Code.

2Tap the squares in a pattern to set your Knock Code. Your Knock Code pattern can be 6 to 10 taps.

Unlocking the Acreen Using the Knock Code

When the screen is off, you can unlock it by tapping the Knock Code pattern you’ve previously set.

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Multi-tasking Feature

Multi-window

You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into multiple windows.

While using an app, touch and hold from the Home touch buttons, then select an app from the recently-used apps list.

Ţ You can use two apps at the same time.

Ţ To stop the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold .

Ţ The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some apps, including downloaded apps.

Overview Screen

The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps.

To view the list of recently-used apps, tap on the Home touch buttons. Ţ Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap at the top of

each app preview.

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Capture+

The Capture+ feature allows you to create memos.

Using Capture+

You can use Capture+ function to easily and efficiently create memos with a saved picture or on the current device screen.

1Touch and slide the Status bar downward and tap.

2Create a memo using the following options:

Tap to save the memo you've created.

Tap to undo the 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 crop the image of memo.

Tap to share the memo or change the background paper style.

Tap to hide or display the toolbar.

Ţ Please use a fingertip while using the Capture+ feature. Do not use your fingernail.

3Tap to save the current memo to the QuickMemo+ or the

Gallery.

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Viewing the Saved Memo

Tap > and select the Capture+ album.

OR

Tap > and select the desired memo.

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QSlide

You can display several apps simultaneously on the same screen and freely switch between them.

Using QSlide

1When an app is running, tap > QSlide.

2The app switches to the QSlide mode. The following options are available.

Switch to full-screen mode.

Adjust the opacity of the QSlide window. If the window is transparent, you can interact with the background.

Close the QSlide window.

Adjust the size of the QSlide window.

Ţ QSlide can support up to two windows at the same time.

Ţ This feature may not be supported by some apps.

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Basic Functions

Accessories

There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile device, some of which may be sold separately. You can select these options according to your personal communication requirements.

Ţ Always use genuine LG accessories. Failure to do this may void your warranty.

Ţ Accessories may be different in different regions; please check with our regional service company or agent for further inquiries.

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Device Overview

Front View

Earphone jack

Speaker

Front-facing camera

Power/Lock key

Volume keys

QuickButton key

Microphone

Charger/USB cable port

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Back View

Rear-facing camera

Connecting

terminals

SIM card/ microSD card tray

Allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient, Earphone jack hands-free conversations. You can also plug in

headphones to listen to music.

Speaker

Use to listen to the audio from the selected function (e.g., music, videos, sound clips, etc.).

Front-facing

Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself. You

camera

can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for optimal performance.

Press to lock/unlock the screen. Press and hold to turn Power/Lock key the tablet on/off, restart it, and activate/deactivate

airplane mode.

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While the screen is off:

Ţ Press the Volume Up Key twice to launch Capture+.

Ţ Press the Volume Down Key twice to launch the Camera.

	Volume keys	On the Home screen:
		Ţ Control ringer volume.
		During a call:
		Ţ Control your earpiece volume.
		When playing audio/video:
		Ţ Control volume continuously.
	QuickButton key	Press to launch an app. Press and hold to change the app
		you wish to get quick access to.
	Microphone	Records your voice and allows use for voice-activated
		functions.
	Charger/USB	Allows you to connect the tablet and the USB cable
		for use with the charger adapter, your PC, or other
	cable port
		compatible accessories.
	Rear-facing	Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for
	camera	optimal performance.
	SIM card/microSD	Allows you to insert your SIM card and a microSD card.
	card tray
	Connecting	Attach the LG G Pad Plus pack matching the terminals.
	terminals

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LG G Pad Plus Pack Overview

The LG G Pad Plus pack is a portable speaker and battery pack designed for the LG G Pad X2 8.0 PLUS tablet.

When attached to the tablet and turned on, you can listen to the tablet's sound through the LG G Pad Plus pack and charge the tablet at the same time.

Power Button

Press to turn on.

Press and hold to turn off.

• If the LG G Pad X2 8.0 PLUS tablet is detached,

the LG G Pad Plus pack will automatically turn off.

• If no device is connected to the LG G Pad Plus pack for 15 sec, the

LG G Pad Plus pack will automatically turn off.

LED Indicator

Indicates the charging status and battery level. It is red while charging and turns green when charging is completed. When the battery reaches 30% of its capacity, it turns red. When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the red LED blinks.

USB Type-B Port (micro USB Port)

Connect a cable to charge the

LG G Pad Plus pack or the LG G Pad Plus pack and the tablet (when they are attached).

USB Type-A Port (Output 2) (USB Peripheral Port)

Plug an USB Type-A cable into the port to connect OTG devices (such as a keyboard) or charge other phones.

Connecting Terminals (Output 1)

Attach the tablet by matching the terminals. Magnets on the LG G Pad Plus pack align the tablet properly.

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Stereo Speakers

Ţ When you connect another device to charge using a USB cable without the LG G Pad X2 8.0 PLUS tablet attached, charging will start after about 4 seconds to check the output mode.

Ţ To perform a reset of the Plus Pack, simply press and hold the Power button for about 8 seconds.

Ţ Risk of fire and burns. Do NOT open, crush, heat above 60°C/140°F or incinerate. Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product.

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Attaching the Tablet to the LG G Pad Plus Pack

Simply match the charging terminals on the tablet and LG G Pad Plus pack.

Magnets on the LG G Pad Plus pack align the tablet properly.

Ţ Do not detach the LG G Pad Plus pack while playing music or a video.

Ţ Every time you attach or detach the LG G Pad Plus pack, it is recommended that you calibrate the motion sensor. See Motion sensor calibration.

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Charging the Battery

You can charge your tablet’s battery using the included AC adapter.

Charging the Tablet

The Charger/USB cable 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 the battery. A computer can also be used to charge the battery by connecting the device to it using the USB cable.

Ţ Use only LG-approved chargers and cables. The use of unapproved chargers or cables may cause a battery charging delay or display a popup message regarding slow charging. It can also cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which is not covered by the warranty.

Ţ Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. For your safety, do not remove the embedded battery.

Ţ The battery must be fully charged initially to improve battery lifetime.

Ţ Remove the charger from the power socket after the device is fully charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption.

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Charging the LG G Pad Plus Pack

Plug the USB cable into the micro USB port (USB Type-B port) on the LG G Pad Plus pack. The LED indicator turns green when the battery is fully charged.

LED Indicator

Charging the Tablet While It's Attached to the LG G Pad Plus Pack

To charge the tablet and the LG G Pad Plus pack at the same time, plug the USB cable into the micro USB port on the LG G Pad Plus pack while it's attached to the tablet. When both are fully charged, the LED indicator on the LG G Pad Plus pack turns green and “Battery fully charged” on the tablet is displayed.

LED Indicator

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Ţ Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the device is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger.

Using the Battery Efficiently

Battery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuously.

Stop apps and functions from running in the background to increase battery life.

To minimize battery consumption, follow these tips:

Ţ Turn off the Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi network function when not using them.

Ţ Set the screen timeout to as short a time as possible. Ţ Minimize the screen brightness.

Ţ Set a screen lock when the device is not in use.

Ţ Check the battery usage details and close any downloaded apps that are draining the battery.

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Connecting a USB Device to Your Tablet

1Attach the tablet to the LG G Pad Plus pack.

2Plug in the USB cable into an OTG (On The Go) device.

3Insert the other end of USB cable into the USB peripheral port (Type-A port) located on the side of the LG G Pad Plus pack.

Some of the USB devices supported through the USB port include a keyboard, mouse, game controller, digital camera, and storage device (including an Android 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.

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Ţ Only devices that meet the USB specs may connect to the USB peripheral port.

Ţ 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).

Ţ Only file systems such as FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS are supported for the external USB storage device.

Ţ Transferring data through both USB devices at the same time is not supported. The first device that is connected has priority. The USB device connected second can only be charged.

Ţ You cannot store 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 set it up.

Your device supports the use of microSD memory cards of up to 2TB capacity. Multimedia contents can be saved in the microSD card.

1 Pull out the card tray using the fingertip cutout.

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2Put the Nano-SIM card and a microSD card (optional) on the card tray, then slide the card tray into the slot as shown in the figure below. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward.

Nano-SIM

microSD card

(optional-sold separately)

Ţ Cards must be positioned as shown.

Ţ microSD card is not included.

Ţ Only Nano SIM cards work with this device.

Ţ For problem-free performance, it is recommended to use the device with the correct type of SIM card.

Ţ Frequent writing and erasing of data may shorten the memory card lifespan.

Ţ Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. If you use an incompatible card, it may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.

Precautions when using the SIM card

Ţ Do not lose your SIM card. LG is not responsible for damage and other issues caused by loss or transfer of a SIM card.

Ţ Be careful not to damage the SIM card when you insert or remove it.

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Removing the Memory Card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

1Tap > > Storage > .

2Pull out the card tray and remove the memory card.

Ţ Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

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Touch Screen

You can familiarize yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures.

Tapping

Lightly tap with your fingertip to select or run an app or option.

Touching and holding

Touch and hold for several seconds to display a menu with available options.

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