LG X420AS8 Users manual

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USER GUIDE

LM-X420AS8

About this user guide

Thank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this user

guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper

use.

• Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed

only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.

• Descriptions are based on the device default settings.

• 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these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.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 an

LG Service Center. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant

service provider.

• 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

void your warranty.

• Some content and illustrations may differ from your device, depending

on the area, service provider, software version, or OS version, and are

subject to change without prior notice.

• 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

media.

• Additional charges may incur 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.

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.

29 Home screen

38 Screen lock

41 Memory card encryption

42 Taking screenshots

43 Entering text

49 Do not disturb

Useful Apps

51 Installing and uninstalling apps

52 App trash

53 App Shortcuts

54 Phone

59 Messages

60 Camera

69 Gallery

72 Chrome

73 Google apps

75 Contacts

77 QuickMemo+

80 Clock

81 Calendar

Table of contents

Custom-designed

Features

6 Camera features

7 Gallery features

10 Google Assistant

11 Fingerprint recognition

14 Multi-tasking feature

Basic Functions

17 Product components and

accessories

18 Parts overview

21 Turning the power on or off

22 Inserting the memory card

23 Removing the memory card

24 Charging the battery

25 Optimizing battery life

26 Touch screen

4Table of contents

82 Music

83 Calculator

83 FM Radio

83 File Manager

84 Audio Recorder

85 Smart cleaning

85 Downloads

Settings

87 Settings

87 Network

97 Sound

98 Display

100 General

Appendix

111 LG Language Settings

111 Phone software update

113 Anti-Theft Guide

114 Open Source Software Notice

Information

114 Regulatory information

(FCC ID number, etc.)

114

Trademarks

115 FAQ

For Your Safety

LIMITED WARRANTY -

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Custom-designed

Features

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Camera features

Flash Jump-Cut

You can create a GIF by taking photos at three second intervals.

Tap , then tap MODE Flash Jump-Cut .

Tap to set the number of cuts you want to take.

Tap to take photos.

AI CAM

You can use the AI Cam feature to automatically recognize the object

when taking a photo or recording a video for an optimal quality.

Tap , then tap AI CAM.

When the object is recognized, the best effect for the scene is applied.

• To apply other effects, tap the scene icon.

• A wide range of categories, such as portrait, pets, food, sunrise,

sunset, scenery, city view, flowers and text, can be recognized

automatically.

Portrait Sunset Flower

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• Associated keywords for the object are displayed on the screen.

Keywords do not appear on the actual photos or videos.

• This feature is available only when the front and rear cameras are in the

Auto mode.

Gallery features

Creating a movie

You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together.

Tap , select an album, then tap Create movie.

Select images or videos for your movie and tap NEXT.

Edit the selected images and videos and then tap SAVE.

Deleting files

You can select images or videos to delete from your video by tapping

at the top right corner of its thumbnail.

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Adding files

You can select images or videos to add after tapping at the bottom

of the screen. You can also select the images or videos you have already

previously added.

• Touch and hold a file, and then tap another file for multiple selection.

Rearranging files

To rearrange the images and videos, touch and hold the file you want to

move, then dragging it to the desired location.

Adding file effects

Tap to add a theme or background music, or change the font.

Resetting the movie edits

You can reset the edits made to the movie (e.g. play time) by tapping .

Previewing a file

Check your new video before saving it by tapping . After the playback

time elapses, the next file is played automatically.

• A maximum of 50 images and videos can be used to create a video.

• The playback time for an image is 3 seconds by default and it cannot be

changed. Videos can be trimmed down to a minimum of 1 second.

• This feature may not support some image or video formats.

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Making a GIF

You can easily make a GIF file using recorded video.

At the desired starting point while watching a video, tap .

Select the length of the GIF you want to create.

• GIF is generated for the time selected from the current time.

• For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically

generated for the remaining time.

• You may use this feature solely for creative purposes. The use of this

feature involving infringement of any other person’s rights, such as

criminal, or administrative liabilities and/or penalties under applicable

laws. You shall not copy, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise make illegal

use of any copyrighted materials without permission of the rightful

owner or copyright holder. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable

law, LG Electronics disclaims all expressed and implied warranties as well

as liabilities associated thereto.

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Google Assistant

You can manage tasks, plan your day, get answers, and much more.

• To use this feature, first connect to the network and sign in to your

Google account.

Launching Google Assistant

Press and hold from the Home screen to launch Google Assistant.

Tap GET STARTED.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the voice settings.

• The device saves your voice data for recognition.

Launching Google Assistant with your voice

Say “Ok Google” when the screen is turned on.

Say a command or question when

Hi, how can I help?*

appears on

the screen.

Launching Google Assistant from the Home

screen

Touch and hold from the Home screen.

Say a command or question when

Hi, how can I help?*

appears on

the screen.

• Voice recognition accuracy may decrease if you speak with an unclear

voice or in a noisy place. When you use the voice recognition feature,

increase its accuracy by speaking with a clear voice in a quiet place.

The prompt message may vary depending on the software version.

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Fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition overview

You must register your fingerprint on your device first before using the

fingerprint recognition function.

You can use the fingerprint recognition function in the following cases:

• To unlock the screen.

• To view locked contents in QuickMemo+.

• Confirm a purchase by signing in to an app or identifying yourself with

your fingerprint.

• Your fingerprint can be used for user identification. Very similar

fingerprints from different users may be recognized by the fingerprint

sensor as the same fingerprint. To ensure security, set the screen lock

using a pattern, PIN or Password.

Precautions for fingerprint recognition

Fingerprint recognition accuracy may decrease due to a number of

reasons. To maximize the recognition accuracy, check the following before

using the device.

• Ensure that the fingerprint sensor is not damaged by a metallic object,

such as coin or key.

• When water, dust or other foreign substance is on the fingerprint

sensor or your finger, the fingerprint registration or recognition may

not work. Clean and dry your finger before using the fingerprint sensor.

• A fingerprint may not be recognized properly if the surface of your

finger has a scar or is not smooth due to being soaked in water.

• If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may

not be recognized. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface

of the fingerprint sensor.

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• Scan only one finger for each registration. Scanning more than one

finger may affect fingerprint registration and recognition.

• The device may generate static electricity if the surrounding air is dry.

If the surrounding air is dry, avoid scanning fingerprints, or touch a

metallic object, such as coin or key, to remove static electricity before

scanning fingerprints.

Registering fingerprints

You can register and save your fingerprint on the device to use fingerprint

identification.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Fingerprints.

• This feature is available when the screen lock is set.

- Lock the device with a pattern, PIN or password.

• If the screen lock is not set, configure the lock screen by following the

on-screen instructions. See

Setting a screen lock

for details.

Locate the fingerprint sensor on the back of the device and gently put

your finger on it to register the fingerprint.

• Ensure that your fingertip covers the entire surface of the sensor.

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Follow the on-screen instructions.

• Repeat scanning the fingerprint by moving your finger little by little

until the fingerprint registers.

When the fingerprint registration is done, tap OK.

• Tap ADD MORE to register another fingerprint. If you register

only one fingerprint and the corresponding finger is not in a good

condition, the fingerprint recognition may not work well. As the

preventive measure against this kind of situation, register multiple

fingerprints.

Managing fingerprints

You can edit or delete registered fingerprints.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Fingerprints.

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

From the fingerprint list, tap a fingerprint to rename it. To delete it, tap

Unlocking the screen with a fingerprint

You can unlock the screen or view the locked content by using your

fingerprint.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Fingerprints.

Unlock according to the specified lock method.

On the fingerprint settings screen, activate the desired function:

• Screen lock: Unlock the screen with a fingerprint.

• Content lock: Access contents you have locked in QuickMemo+

with a fingerprint.

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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.

Tap from the Home touch buttons.

• Recently-used apps appear.

Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window feature.

• The selected app appears at the top half of the screen.

You can also access this feature by doing the following:

Touch and hold while using an app.

• Recently-used apps appear on the split screen.

Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window feature.

• The selected app appears at the bottom of the screen.

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• To deactivate the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold on the

Home touch button.

• To adjust the size of the split screen, drag

at the center of the

screen.

• The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some LG apps and apps

downloaded from the Play Store.

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.

• 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.

Basic Functions

Basic Functions 17

Product components and

accessories

The following items are included with your device.

• Device

• USB cable

• Charger

• Quick Start Guide

• Ejection pin

• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may

vary depending on the area and service provider.

• Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories made

by other manufacturers may affect your device's call performance or

cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by LG's repair service.

• Some of the device parts are made of tempered glass. If you drop your

device on a hard surface or subject it to severe impact, the tempered

glass may be damaged. If this happens, stop using your device

immediately and contact an LG Customer Service Center.

• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from which

you purchased your device.

• To purchase additional basic items, contact an LG Customer Service

Center.

• To purchase optional items, contact an LG Customer Service Center for

available dealers.

• Some items in the product box are subject to change without notice.

• The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to change

without notice.

• Device specifications may vary depending on the area or service provider.

• Be sure to use authentic accessories provided by LG Electronics. Using

third-party accessories may damage the device or cause malfunctions.

• Remove the protective film from the Fingerprint sensor before using the

fingerprint recognition feature.

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Parts overview

Microphone

Proximity/Ambient

light sensor

Earpiece

Google Assistant Key

Front camera lens

SIM/microSD card

slot

Touch screen

Flash

Power/Lock key

Speaker

Stereo headset jack

Rear camera lens

Charger/USB cable port

Flash

Fingerprint sensor

Volume keys (+/-)

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Do NOT attempt to remove the back cover.

This device has a non-removable battery. Do not attempt to remove the

back cover. Doing so may severely damage the battery and device, which

could cause overheating, fire, and injury.

• Press and hold the volume down key and Power/Lock key at the same

time for a second to take a screenshot.

• Proximity/Ambient light sensor

- Proximity sensor: During a call, the proximity sensor turns off the

screen and disables touch functionality when the device is in close

proximity to the human body. It turns the screen back on and enables

touch functionality when the device is outside a specific range.

- Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyzes the ambient

light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode is turned on.

• Volume keys

- Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.

- While using the Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a photo.

To take continuous photos, press and hold the Volume key.

- Press the Volume Down key twice to launch the Camera app when

the screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Up key twice to

launch Capture+.

• Power/Lock key

- Briefly press the key when you want to turn the screen on or off.

- Press and hold the key when you want to select a power control

option.

• Fingerprint sensor

- Turn on the fingerprint recognition feature to simplify the process

of unlocking the screen. See

Fingerprint recognition overview

for

details.

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• Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the device

specifications.

• Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Doing so may

damage the touch screen.

• Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity

sensor.

• If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch screen

or buttons may not function properly.

• Google Assistant key

- Your device has Google Assistant built in. Find answers and get

things done while on-the-go. To get started, just tap the Google

Assistant key on the side of the phone.

- Activate Google assistant. See

Google Assistant

for details.

Basic Functions 21

Turning the power on or off

Turning the power on

When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.

• When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration

takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be longer

than usual.

Turning the power off

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.

Power control options

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select an option.

• Power off: Turn the device off.

• Power off and restart: Restart the device.

• Turn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related functions,

including making phone calls, messaging and browsing the Internet.

Other functions remain available.

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Inserting the memory card

The device supports up to a 2 TB microSD card. (Not included)

Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory

cards may not be compatible with your device.

• It is recommended to use an exFAT file system when using an external

memory card of more than 32GB.

• 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.

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray.

Pull out the card tray.

Put the memory card on the card tray with the gold-colored contacts

facing downwards.

• The memory card is an optional item and is sold separately.

• Frequent writing and erasing of data may shorten the memory card

lifespan.

Insert the card tray back into the slot.

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Removing the memory card

Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.

Tap Settings General Storage .

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray.

Pull out the card tray and remove the memory card.

• Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or

accessing information. This may cause data to be lost or corrupted, or

may damage the memory card or the device. LG is not responsible for

losses that result from the abuse or improper use of memory cards,

including the loss of data.

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Charging the battery

Before using the device, fully charge the battery. Connect one end of the

charging cable to the charger, insert the other end of the cable into the

cable port, and then plug the charger into a power socket.

• When connecting a USB cable, make sure that the icon on the cable

faces up. Connecting the cable in the wrong way may damage the

device.

• Make sure to use an LG-approved charger and charging cable. Charging

the battery with a third-party charger may cause the battery to explode

or may damage the device.

• Using the device when it is charging may cause electric shock.

To use the device, stop charging it.

The charger connector is located at the bottom of the device. Insert the

charger and plug it into a power outlet.

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Optimizing battery life

Extend your battery’s power by turning off features that you do not need

to run constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications

and system resources consume battery power.

Extending your device battery life

• Turn off radio communications when you are not using. If you are not

using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

or GPS, turn them off.

• Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.

• Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other

applications.

• Some applications you download may consume battery power.

• Check the battery usage details and close any downloaded apps that

are draining the battery.

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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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Double-tapping

Tap the screen twice quickly to zoom in or out on a specific app.

Dragging

Touch and hold an item, such as an app or widget, then move your finger

to a desired location in a controlled motion. You can use this gesture to

move an item.

Swiping

Touch the screen with your finger and move it quickly without pausing.

You can use this gesture to scroll through a list, a web page, photos,

screens, and more.

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Pinching and spreading

Pinch two fingers to zoom out such as on a photo or map. To zoom in,

spread your fingers apart.

• Do not expose the touch screen to excessive physical shock. You might

damage the touch sensor.

• A touch screen failure may occur if you use the device near a magnetic,

metallic or conductive material.

• If you use the device under bright lights, such as direct sunlight, the

screen may not be visible, depending on your position. Use the device

in a shady location or a location with an ambient light that is not too

bright and bright enough to read books.

• Do not press the screen with excessive force.

• Gently tap with your fingertip on the desired option.

• The touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a

glove or by using the tip of your fingernail.

• Touch control may not work properly if the screen is moist or wet.

• The touch screen may not function properly if a screen-protective film

or accessory purchased from a third party store is attached to the

device.

• Displaying a static image for extended periods of time may result in

after-images or screen burn-in. Turn off the screen or avoid displaying

the same image for a long time when you do not use the device.

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Home screen

Home screen overview

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions

and apps on your device. Tap

on any screen to directly go to the Home

screen.

You can manage all apps and widgets on the Home screen. Swipe the

screen left or right to view all installed apps at a glance.

Home screen layout

You can view all apps and organize widgets and folders on the Home

screen.

Home touch buttons

Status bar

Weather widget

Page icon

Google search widget

Quick access area

• The Home screen may differ depending on the manufacturer policy, user

settings, software version or service provider.

• Status bar: View status icons, the time and the battery level.

• Weather widget: View the weather information or time for a specific

area.

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