ENGLISH User Guide LG-V500 MFL00000000 (1.0) www.lg.
LG-V500 User Guide • Some of the contents of this manual may not apply to your device depending on your device’s software or your service provider. • This device is not recommended for the visually impaired because of its touch-screen keypad. • Copyright ©2011 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contents FOR YOUR SAFETY................................ 5 Understanding your device...................14 Before you using the device, please read this!...14 To optimize Battery Life:...........................................14 To download the USB Driver:..................................14 To reboot your device when the screen freezes:............................................................................14 To assure optimal device performance:..............
Market....................................................33 Sharing contacts via Bluetooth..............................39 Talk..........................................................34 Photos and videos................................ 40 Managing Your Friends List....................................34 Chatting with a friend...............................................34 To sign out of Google Talk™...................................34 Camera.........................................................
Calculator.....................................................................43 Music......................................................44 Viewing your music library......................................44 To create a playlist.....................................................44 Playing music.............................................................44 Browser...................................................46 Opening webpages...................................................
FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING: Failure to follow the below safety instructions could result in injury or damage to the device or other property. BEFORE USING YOUR DEVICE, PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BELOW AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE. FOR DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE SEE THE USER MANUAL. Use and Care of the Device Handling. Your device contains many sensitive components and should be handled with care at all times.
connect or disconnect the charger with wet hands. Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the device is fully charged to save unnecessary power consumption of the charger. Unplug the charger in the event of any of the following: (1) during lightning storms ; (2) the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed; (3) the adapter case is damaged; or (4) the charger or device has become exposed to liquid .
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. GPS/Location Services/Navigation Your device uses Global Positioning System (GPS) signals for its location-based applications, like maps and turn-by-turn navigation.
Avoid Potential Hearing Loss Note: Excessive sound pressure from earphones can cause 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, at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss. This includes the use of headphones (including headsets, earbuds and Bluetooth® or other wireless devices).
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Information Are wireless devices safe? WARNING! Read this information before operating the device. Scientific research on the subject of wireless devices and radio frequency (“RF”) energy has been conducted worldwide for many years, and continues. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) set policies and procedures for wireless devices.
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 must be tested by the manufacturer and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed limits established by the FCC. One of these limits is expressed as a Specific Absorption Rate, or “SAR.
sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless devices at all”. For example, the Stewart Report from the United Kingdom [“UK”] made such a recommendation in December 2000. In this report a group of independent experts noted that no evidence exists that using a device causes brain tumors or other ill effects.
operate in 802.11a/n mode(5.15 - 5.25 GHz band) are optimized for indoor use only. If your WIFI network is capable of operating in this mode, please restrict your WIFI use indoors to not violate federal regulations to protect Mobile Satellite Services. RF Interference Electronic Devices. Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless device. Pacemakers.
Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Part 15.105 Statement Turn your device OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always marked clearly.
Understanding your device Before you using the device, please read this! To optimize Battery Life: To download the USB Driver: You can extend your battery’s life between charges by turning off features that you don’t need to run constantly in the background. You can also monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power. To use USB tethering and USB debugging, you need to install the “LG USB Driver” on your PC first.
To assure optimal device performance: To transfer files to a computer using USB: • Ensure the back cover is attached to your device while sending and receiving data using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Since the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth internal antenna is attached to the back cover, removal of the back cover may reduce the antenna performance. You must install the latest version of Windows Media Player to the computer.
Device components TOP BOTTOM FRONT BACK WARNING: Placing a heavy object on the device or sitting on it can damage its LCD and touch screen functionalities.
Charger port lets you charge your device using the provided travel adapter. 3.5mm Headset Jack lets you to plug in an optional headset for convenient, hands-free use. You can also plug in headphones to listen to music. USB cable port allows you to connect a USB cable. HDMI cable port allows you to connect an HDMI cable. Power/Lock Key locks the screen on your device. Press and hold to open the power off menu. Front-facing Camera Lens use for taking pictures and recording videos.
Charging your battery Your device has an internal rechargeable battery. Keep the battery charged while not in use in order to maximize use and standby time. The battery charge level is shown on the Status Bar at the bottom right corner of the screen. When your battery level is less than 15%, your tablet will make a warning sound to let you know the low battery power. And if the battery level becomes too low, the device will automatically power off. Recharge your battery to continue using your device.
Locking and unlocking the screen Secure your lock screen When you do not use the device for a while, the screen is turned off and locked automatically to prevent unintended operation and save the battery power. When you are not using your device, press the Power/Lock Key to lock your device. You can lock your screen so that only you can unlock it to access your data, buy applications, etc. 1. You can turn on the screen by pressing the Power/Lock Key. Your Lock Screen will appear.
Using HDMI LG-V500 supports HDMI output. Enjoy HighDefinition video recorded on your device on other display devices via HDMI cable, such as a TV or a projector that allows HDMI input. Your tablet supports: • Video - resolutions up to 1080p • Non video - resolution up to 720p • 3D Frame Packing - up to 720p NOTE: • It may take time to play media files depending on the display device connected. • Files may not be played properly when using a cable or display device that is not HDMIcertified.
Google account set up When you first turn on your tablet, you have the opportunity to activate your mobile data service, to sign into your Google Account, and to decide how you want to use some Google services. Setting up your Google account Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set up screen. OR 1. Touch a Google application, such as Gmail. 2. At the setup screen, touch Create account to create a new account. If you have a Google account, enter your e-mail address and password, then touch Sign in.
Your Home screen and basics To navigate your Home screen, simply swipe your finger to the left or right to view your Home screen panels. You can also customize each panel with widgets and shortcuts to your favorite applications and set a wallpaper. The Home screen is your starting point to access all the features on your device. It displays application shortcuts, icons, widgets, and other features. Google Search™ opens the Google Search™ application.
Customizing the Home screen Adding Widgets on your Home screen You can personalize your Home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, widgets, and other items to any Home screen panel. You can also change the wallpaper. 1. You can edit Home screen panels by touching on the Home screen. To move an item on the Home screen 3. Pause on the Home screen panel and when it gets enlarged, drag the item to the location you want. 1. Touch and hold the item on your Home screen. 2.
Changing the Home screen wallpaper 1. Touch , then Wallpapers. 2. Select an image from Gallery, Live Wallpapers, or Wallpapers. 3. Touch the wallpaper, then Set wallpaper (if necessary). If the wallpaper needs to be cropped, crop it and touch OK. Adding More You can add specific shortcut menus to the home screen to your device, including Bookmarks and Settings menus. Touch More and choose the menu(s) you want to add.
Status and Notification icons The Status Bar appears at the bottom of every screen. It displays icons indicating that you’ve received notifications and icons indicating the device’s status along with the current time. Below is a table explaining the meaning of icons you’re likely to see in the Status Bar.
Work with Quick Settings If you touch the Status Detail Panel, you can open the Quick Settings to view and control the most common settings for your tablet. The following icons are displayed on the Quick Settings: Enables and disables Airplane Mode. Directs you to the Wireless & networks menu. Choose to automatically switch the orientation of the screen as you turn the device to a horizontal position. Adjust the brightness of the screen.
On-screen Keyboard The on-screen keyboard displays automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply touch a text field where you want to enter text. Caps/Shift Key lets you enter capital letters. To lock the Caps/Shift Key, touch it twice. To unlock it, touch it again. Settings Key lets you switch the input language or access Android keyboard settings. You can also touch and hold it to access Android keyboard settings.
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi Networks Bluetooth With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet access within the coverage of the wireless access point. You can enjoy wireless Internet with Wi-Fi without extra charges. Once the Wi-Fi setting is ON, a list of active and in-range Wi-Fi networks is displayed. You may need a password depending on the network. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that devices can use to exchange information.
1. Your device will scan for and display the IDs of all available Bluetooth in-range devices. If the device you want to pair with isn’t on the list, make sure the target device is set to be discoverable, then scan again. 2. Touch the ID of the device you want to pair with your device. If you’re prompted to enter a passcode, try entering 0000 or 1234 (the most common passcodes), or consult the documentation that came with the target device to find its passcode. 3.
To connect as a removable storage device: To Synchronize with Windows Media Player: 1. Connect your device to a computer using the supplied USB cable. 1. Connect your device to a computer using the supplied USB cable. 2. Your tablet is automatically recognized as a portable device. 2. When connected, a pop-up window will appear on the PC. 3. Find your device in My Computer using file explorer on the computer. Files and folder structure of your tablet will be displayed under Device Storage. 3.
