LG Electronics 14U70R Series Notebook Owner’s Manual
- June 12, 2024
- LG Electronics
Table of Contents
LG Electronics 14U70R Series Notebook Owner’s Manual
Precautions before Product Use
For the convenience of users, LG PC Manuals are provided in an electronic format. For more information on how to use the product, refer to the LG Easy Guide of the LG PC Manuals. The images in the owner’s manual may differ depending on the language selected and are subject to change without prior notice. Any malfunction in the built-in solid state drive (SSD) may result in loss of stored data. You must back up all critical user data to an external storage device (USB HDD, memory card, etc.). If you shut the system down before it is completely loaded, the product may not shut down properly. Shut down the system after it is completely loaded. (It takes about one or two minutes to completely load the system and may vary depending on the conditions.)
Checking the Components
The components shown below are provided when you purchase the product. Check the components before use.
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When cleaning the product, use a cleaning agent dedicated to the PC. If you use thinner, benzene, alcohol or other similar agent, the product may be damaged or deformed.
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PC Main Body
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Owner’s Manual
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AC Adapter
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Power Cable
Product Tour
- Built-in Microphone
- Webcam
- Webcam Operation Status Lamp
- Keyboard
- Touchpad
- Power Button [ ] (Fingerprint Sensor 1 )
Only applies to products with the fingerprint recognition function.
NOTE
- You can use hot keys to use Windows more conveniently. For details, refer to the LG Easy Guide of the LG PC Manuals.
- Power Port
- HDMI Port
- USB-C™ Port 1 (USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 2 / Can connect to a LAN adapter)
- Headphone Port (4-pole Ear Microphone Port 3 )
- Built-in Speakers
- microSD Card Slot
- USB Port (USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 2 )
- Security Keyhole (Kensington Security Slot)
Instruction
- The USB-C™ port provides Quick Charging and Always-On Charging functions for devices that support USB PD (Power Delivery).
- The name of the USB version has been changed from USB 3.1 (or USB 3.1 Gen 2) to USB 3.2 Gen 2×1. Devices that are not authorized with USB may not operate normally when connected to the USB port. The transmission speed of a USB port may differ depending on the type of storage device (NVMe™, SSD, HDD, etc.) in the system and the connected USB device.
- The 4-pole ear microphone port supports US 4-pole standards, but not the European 4-pole ear microphone. When using ear microphone (or Bluetooth headset), audio input and output are directed to the connected device and the microphone and speaker on PC do not work. The 4-pole ear microphone port does not support external microphone.
Connecting LAN Adapter
To connect to the wired LAN, you must purchase a LAN adapter separately.
- Connect the LAN adapter to the USB-C™ port on the PC.
- The USB-C™ port can be used without having to differentiate between the top and bottom surfaces.
- Connect the network cable (LAN) to the LAN adapter.
- Check if you can connect to the internet properly
Power Connection
The AC adapter is used to power and charge the PC.
- Do not use any other AC adapter than the one that was provided when you purchased this product.
- Connect an end of the cable to the AC adapter and the other end to a power outlet.
- The AC adapter can be used from 100 V to 240 V.
- Connect the AC adapter to the PC.
- Ensure that the power jack linked to the AC adapter and product is connected firmly.
When the AC adapter is connected, the AC adapter lamp turns on.
- If you try to turn on the system that has entered the Hibernates mode or beenturned off after a low-battery alarm, the system will not be turned on but the lamp will blink three times. If this is the case, connect the AC adapter and charge the battery sufficiently before using it.
System Shutdown / Power Off
Press the [ ] key or [Ctrl] + [ESC] to display the Start menu.
- Press the Start button [ ] > Power button [ ] and select [Shut down].
Important Safety Precautions
Check the following ‘Important Safety Precautions’ to prevent unexpected danger or damage in advance. ‘Important Safety Precautions’ is divided into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION.’
WARNING: Noncompliance with the instruction may cause serious physical
damage or fatal injuries.
CAUTION: Noncompliance with the instruction may cause minor damage to the
body or the machine.
While Using the Product
WARNING
Use batteries certified and acknowledged by LG Electronics Inc. • Otherwise, an explosion _or fire may occur.
_| Keep the battery away from heat. • Otherwise, an explosion _or fire may occur.
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Avoid humidity and heat above 140 °F as in cars or saunas. • Otherwise,
an explosion _or fire may occur.
_| If you find leakage or smell bad odor from the battery, contact the local service center. • Otherwise, an explosion _or fire may occur.
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____Do not use the product on top of carpet, blanket or bed. Also, do not
put the adapter under the blanket. • _The product may malfunction, cause a
fire or burn the user due to temperature rise.
_| ____Prevent the battery from coming in contact with any metallic object like a car ignition key or a paper clip. • Otherwise, this may cause damage to the battery, _a fire or burn due to overheat in the battery.
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Do not leave the powered on product in a space without enough ventilation
(i.e. bags) repeatedly or for an extended time. • _The battery may
overheat and cause a fire.
_| Charge the battery only with the provided charger. • _Otherwise, the battery may be damaged presenting a risk of fire.
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Guide on Battery Usage
When the PC is not used for an extended period of time, keep the battery level at about 50 % to increase the _battery lifespan.
_| Use the Extend Battery Life function in the LG Smart Assistant. You can limit the battery charge to 80 % of the maximum charging capacity to increase the _battery lifespan.
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To increase battery lifespan, use the battery for a while before
charging it rather than keeping the battery _completely charged.
_| If you don’t use the product for a long time with the battery completely charged, the battery lifespan may _decrease.
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NOTE
- This product has a built-in battery pack. After purchasing your PC, be sure to charge the battery pack completely before using it for the first time.
- The battery is a wearable good and thus the battery may not last as long as before after the battery has been used for a long time.
- The internal battery cannot arbitrarily be removed or replaced. Removing it may void the warranty.
- If you need to remove or replace the battery, visit a designated service center.
- We charge a fee for removing or replacing the battery.
Pre-Tech Support Checklist
Troubleshooting
If the following symptoms appear while using the product, check again. It may
not be a malfunction.
| Symptom | Cause and Solution |
|---|---|
| Some of the Windows functions do not work normally or are not supported. |
• Depending on the product, some of the Windows functions may not be
supported, and you may need to purchase a separate hardware, driver, or
software to use the functions. Also, you may need to update the BIOS
additionally. The Auto Update function of Windows is always activated.
Updating Windows may incur Internet usage fees as well as additional system
requirements for the storage device or the hardware. For more information,
refer to the website
https://www.microsoft.com.
Part of LG Software is not installed.| • The UWP app provided by LG
Electronics can be installed only through the Microsoft Store. Access
Microsoft Store and search for the app to install it. For more information
on the app, refer to LG Easy Guide of the LG PC Manuals.
The screen color does not display properly.| • Check if Reader Mode is
on. When the Reader mode is on, turn the setting off. – Press the Start
button [ ] to turn the [All apps] > [LG Smart Assistant] > [Display
Setting] > [Reader Mode] settings off.• Using the Reader mode and the
Night mode at the same time can cause color distortion. Turn the Reader mode
settings off or change the Night mode to [Off]. – Turning off Night light:
Press the Start button [ ] and select Settings [ ] > [System] > [Display] >
[Night light] > [Off].• If the screen still does not properly display,
contact the LG Electronics service center. – Reader mode controls the
brightness and color of the LCD screen to look like printed paper and protect
the user from eyestrain.
The power does not turn on.| • Check if the power cord is connected. •
After disconnecting the power cord and reconnecting it, press the power
button of the product. • If the power is not on after reconnecting the
power cord, remove the adapter and hold the power button for at least 6
seconds to reset the system. Once the system is reset, press the power button
again to turn on the computer.
The system stops during use or does not properly turn off.| • Remove
the adapter and press the power button for approximately 6 seconds to reset
the system. Once the system is reset, press the power button again to turn on
the computer. – Caution: Unsaved data may be lost. Pressing the power button
while the PC is in use may cause damage to the hard disk or a system error.
Screen brightness changes while the battery mode is in use.| This product
has a Vari-Bright™ function that extends battery life by adjusting screen
brightness according to the user’s environment. If you do not want to use
the Vari-Bright™ function, change the settings as follows. • Press the
Start button [ ] and run [All apps] > [AMD Software].• Turn off the
function or change the settings in [Vari-Bright] in the [ ] > [Display] tab.
_– The [AMD Software] app will be automatically installed when connected to
Internet. The app name and settings screen may vary depending on the version
of the graphics driver.
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The touchpad is not functioning properly.| • Press the Start button [
] and run [All apps] > [LG Smart Assistant]. Then press [Dashboard] >
[Touchpad].• If the touchpad does not function properly, the touchpad is
either in the Touchpad Off (disabled) state or Touchpad Auto (disabled when
the mouse is connected) state. – For details on the touchpad settings, refer
to the LG Easy Guide of the LG PC Manuals.
The wireless network is not connected.| • Press [Fn] + [F6] to check if
the wireless network device is turned off. – Press [Fn] + [F6] to set
airplane mode to [OFF]. Click the Wi-Fi [ ] icon on the right side of the
taskbar and check if AP displays properly. • Every time you press [Fn] +
[F6], the wireless network and airplane mode turns on or off. • You may
not be able to connect to a secure wireless network. Ask the wireless network
administrator. • Reinstall the wireless LAN driver.
I want to reinstall the driver.| • Press the Start button [ ] and
then select Settings [ ] > [Apps] > [Installed apps]. Then remove the
driver to be reinstalled.• Press the Start button [ ], select and run
[All apps] > [LG Update]. Then, use the [Required Updates] or [Update list]
menu to reinstall the drivers.
An error message appears.| • Check if the system is infected with a
virus or a malicious code.
Appendix
Registered Trademark and Open Source Information
Microsoft™, MS™, WinPE™, and Windows® are the registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation™. USB Type-C™ and USB-C™ are trademarks of USB
Implementers forum. microSD® and the microSD logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance
Corporation. To obtain the source code that is contained in this product,
under GPL, LGPL,MPL, and other open source licenses that have the obligation
to disclose source code, and to access all referred license terms, copyright
notices and other relevant documents please visit https://opensource.lge.com.
LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a
charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of
media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com. This
offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information for a period of three
years after our last shipment of this product.
Battery take-back information
In case rechargeable battery is included in this product, the entire device
should be recycled in compliance with rechargeable battery recycling standards
because of the internal battery. To dispose of properly, call
800-822-8837 or visit
www.call2recycle.org
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: LG
Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc.
Address: 111 Sylvan Avenue, North Building Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
07632
Email: lg.environmental@lge.com
References
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