LG G Pad X 8.3 User manual

User Guide MFL69508001 (1.0)
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G Pad X 8.3 is a trademark of LG Electronics, Inc.
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1
Important Customer Information
Before you begin using your new tablet
Included in the box with your tablet are separate information leaflets. These
leaflets provide you with important information regarding your new device.
Please read all of the information provided. This information will help you to
get the most out of your tablet, reduce the risk of injury, avoid damage to
your device, and make you aware of legal regulations regarding the use of
this device.
It’s important to review the Product Safety and Warranty Information guide
before you begin using your new tablet. Please follow all of the product
safety and operating instructions and retain them for future reference.
Observe all warnings to reduce the risk of injury, damage, and legal
liabilities.

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Important Customer Information...............................................1
Table of Contents .......................................................................2
The Basics...................................................................................5
Tablet Overview .................................................................................................... 5
Help ....................................................................................................................... 9
Non-Removable Battery...................................................................................... 9
Home Screen.......................................................................................................16
Notifications ........................................................................................................19
Capturing a Screenshot.....................................................................................28
Google Account Setup ......................................................................................28
Entering Text .......................................................................................................30
Dual window........................................................................................................33
Connecting to Networks and Devices ................................... 35
Wi-Fi....................................................................................................................35
Wi-Fi Direct ........................................................................................................35
Bluetooth.............................................................................................................36
SmartShare......................................................................................................... 37
PC Connections with a USB Cable ..................................................................38
PC connections with a USB cable for Mac OS X users ................................39
Web........................................................................................... 40
Chrome................................................................................................................40
Communication ....................................................................... 43
Contacts..............................................................................................................43
Email....................................................................................................................46
Gmail ................................................................................................................... 47
Hangouts.............................................................................................................54
Entertainment .......................................................................... 56
Camera................................................................................................................56
Gesture shot .......................................................................................................58
Burst shot............................................................................................................59
Video Camera.....................................................................................................60
Gallery .................................................................................................................62
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Table of Contents
Video ...................................................................................................................63
Music ...................................................................................................................64
Play Store............................................................................................................68
YouTube™ ............................................................................................................ 70
Tools........................................................................................... 71
QPair ....................................................................................................................71
QSlide.................................................................................................................. 72
Capture+ ............................................................................................................. 74
Viewing saved QuickMemos ............................................................................. 75
QuickRemote...................................................................................................... 76
Clock.................................................................................................................... 77
Calculator............................................................................................................ 79
Calendar.............................................................................................................. 79
File Manager........................................................................................................81
Maps....................................................................................................................82
Voice Recorder ...................................................................................................82
ThinkFree Office.................................................................................................83
Google+...............................................................................................................84
Voice Search .......................................................................................................84
Settings .................................................................................... 85
Specifications .........................................................................103
Safety.......................................................................................104
Safety Information ........................................................................................... 104
Care and Maintenance......................................................................................107
Consumer Information on SAR....................................................................... 116
Caution:
Avoid potential hearing loss..............................................................................117
TIA Safety Information..................................................................................... 119
FDA Consumer Update ................................................................................... 122
Driving ............................................................................................................... 130

4Table of Contents
Tablet software update ...........................................................131
Troubleshooting ......................................................................133
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ....................................134
Index .........................................................................................141

5
The Basics
Tablet Overview
Front View
Front camera
Ambient light
sensor
NOTES ţAll screen shots in this guide are simulated. Actual displays may vary.
ţInstructions to perform tasks in this guide are based on the default settings and may
change depending on the software version on your tablet.
1. Ambient light sensor Measures the surrounding light and adjusts the
LCD brightness to provide a vivid screen.
WARNING! Placing a heavy object on the tablet or sitting on it can damage the LCD and
touchscreen functions. Do not cover the ambient light sensor with a protective film.
This could cause the sensor to malfunction.
2. Front camera Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself. You
can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for optimal
performance.

6The Basics
Rear View
Rear camera
Speakers
Stylus Pen
3. Rear camera Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for
optimal performance.
4. Speakers Use to listen to the audio from the selected function (e.g.,
music, videos, sound clips, etc.).
5. Stylus Pen Use to input commands and navigate your tablet. It also
works well with popular writing and drawing applications.
Side Views
Volume Keys
Power/Lock Key
SIM card /
microSD card slot

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The Basics
6. SIM card / microSD card slot Allows you to insert your SIM card and a
microSD card. A valid SIM card is required to have access to the mobile
network. Insert a microSD card to store your personal data files (e.g.,
music, videos, photos, etc.).
7. 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.
8. Volume Keys Allow you to adjust the media volumes. Press and hold
both keys at the same time to access the QuickMemo+ feature.
Top and Bottom Views
USB peripheral port
Microphone
Infrared
(IR) LED
Headset
jack
USB/
Charging port
Top Bottom
9. Microphone Records your voice and is used for voice-activated
functions.
NOTE Make sure that the microphone is not blocked when recording a video or audio clip.
10. Headset jack Allows you to plug in an optional listening accessory, such
as headphones to listen to music.
11. USB peripheral port Allow you to connect a USB peripheral, such as a
keyboard, mouse, and external storage, to your tablet. Also allows you
to charge another device.
12. Infrared (IR) LED Used as a sensor for the QuickRemote app.
13. USB/Charging port Allows you to connect the tablet and the USB
cable for use with the charger adapter, your PC, or other compatible
accessories.
TIPS! ţTouch and hold the Recent Apps Button whenever you open an application to
check the options that are available for that app.
ţIf the device freezes up and stops working, press and hold the Power/Lock Key (on
the right side of the tablet) for about 17 seconds until the screen turns off.

8The Basics
Home screen overview
Application
icons
Quick Access
Bar
Home Touch
Buttons
Status Bar
14. Status Bar Shows device status information, including the time, Wi-Fi
signal strength, battery status, and notification icons.
15. Application icon Tap an icon (application, widget, folder, etc.) to open
and use it.
16. Quick Access Bar Provides quick one-touch access to the functions you
use most often. The icons in this bar display on all of the Home screen
canvases.
17. Home Touch Buttons Provide easy navigation anywhere you are in the
software. They are the Back Button, the Home Button, and the Recent
Apps Button. The keys on this bar can be changed (see the Display
settings menu).
Back Button Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items,
such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard.
Home Button Return to the Home screen from any screen. Touch and
hold to access the Google Now shortcut.
Recent Apps Button Displays recently used applications. If you touch
and hold this button, it opens a menu of available options.