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User Manual - Page 3
...22
Browsing the internet 22
Setting up the Email application 23 Google services 24
Playing music and video
28
Multimedia playback 28
Managing people and contacts
30
Using the camera and camcorder 33 Camera/camcorder icons and indicators 33 Taking a photo 36 Shooting a video 37
Advanced settings
39
Wireless & Networks 39
Device 41
Personal 42
System 43
Updating your tablet...
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... Play; to back up your settings to Google servers; and to take advantage of other Google services on your tablet. If you want to restore existing settings from another device with Android 2.0 (or later) installed, you must sign in to your Google account during setup. If you wait until after setup is complete, your settings will not be restored.
User Manual - Page 10
... from the Accounts settings section. See Multiple...power saving, it will display the Home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts to apps. Widgets display information such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Some have been preinstalled on your tablet, while others may be downloaded...
User Manual - Page 13
..., such as
time, battery status, and connectivity. The Signal top-left area displays event icons, such as a strength
Battery charge
Time
new message.
status
Swipe down from the top-left side to display notification details such as current downloads and media controls such as "play/pause" and "next track" when music is playing. Swipe...
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... connected to PC via USB Application update available
System update available
Virtual private network (VPN) status
Icon
Description Problem with sign-in or sync
Uploading data
Downloading data
Personalizing the Home ... that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications that display constantlyupdated information or quick shortcuts to applications or special functions.
To move an app...
User Manual - Page 20
... storage devices can be accessed from a PC with a USB connection.
Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device
If you wish to transfer information between your device and your computer (either the microSD card in your device or the device's internal memory), you can connect your device to a PC using the supplied USB cable. 1. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your
device...
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... camera to configure the USB options.
Your device will now be available as a drive in your computer's file explorer.
Connecting a Bluetooth device
Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. For Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS...
User Manual - Page 24
... music. Updates may add new categories or change how to navigate Google Play at any time.
Setting up your Google email
1. Make sure your tablet is connected to the internet.
2. From the application menu tap Gmail.
If you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started your tablet, follow the instructions.
Composing...
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Going online - 25
searches. When the Speak now prompt displays, state your command or query.
Play Store
Tap Play Store from the home screen or application menu to open Google Play. Here you can obtain a ... browse Google Play by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific application.
For the best user experience, you are advised to not download apps that use 3D graphics.
User Manual - Page 26
... an application, tap the Install button to download and install the application. You will be told which services (contact information, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the application requires access in order to function correctly. If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation. You may keep track of the download progress from both the app...
User Manual - Page 28
... devices. Updates may change how to navigate these media apps at any time.
Play Music
Use Play Music to listen to music and other audio files that you download or copy from your computer, USB drive, mass storage device,... Selecting All music displays all the music you have both on the tablet and in the cloud (if cloud service is available in your area). Selecting On device displays only the music ...
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... contacts
Tap Done (top-left corner) to finish and save the contact.
Note
Set each phone number to match the type of network as this can determine some functions, i.e. certain applications only recognize 'Mobile' numbers as they require a function only available on a mobile network.
Opening a contact
To see the information stored for a contact, tap on the...
User Manual - Page 34
34 - Using the camera and camcorder
In the camera window, the controls at the top of the screen allow you to change settings. The controls at the bottom allow you to take a picture, select camera or camcorder, zoom in or out, and view the last picture/video taken. Tap the record button to immediately begin filming. While filming, you...
User Manual - Page 40
..., set the tablet name and discoverability. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES to scan for nearby devices. To connect to a device, tap the device in the list of available devices. You may be asked to enter a PIN on both devices to establish the connection.
Note
Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the tablet's software...
User Manual - Page 42
...installed on your tablet to free up extra storage memory. Tap and hold a program icon from the application menu and drag it into the Uninstall area in the top-left corner.
Note
You cannot uninstall applications that were pre-loaded on your tablet.
Alternatively, you can go to APPS > Settings... made to the synchronised copy on the internet. Other applications only copy information from account on the
User Manual - Page 44
... and install system updates, adding support for new devices or expanding software options. To check for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System updates > Check now.
Note
Downloading new firmware can take up to 40 minutes, depending on your network speed. Do not press the power or reset button or access your tablet in any way during a system upgrade to prevent firmware installation...
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... version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software information.
Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > Device Information.
Power
I couldn't turn on the device.
The battery may be depleted. Recharge the device. See Charging your tablet on page 7 for more information.
How do I check To check storage status, go to memory status? Settings > Storage.
Storage
What do I do when my device...
User Manual - Page 51
... Agreement, you may:
1. Install and use the Software only on a single designated device. A separate license is required for each device on which the Software will be used;
RESTRICTIONS
You may NOT:
1. Use or copy the Software except as provided in this Agreement;
2. Rent or lease the Software to any third party;
3. Modify, adapt, or translate the Software in whole or...
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...; or (ii) use any Software for any use
SUPPORT SERVICES
Acer is not obligated to provide technical or other support for the Software.
ACER LIVE UPDATE
Certain software contains elements that enable the use of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for such software to be automatically downloaded and installed on your device. By installing the software, you hereby agree and consent...
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...WAY RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF ...the Software;
2. Destroy or return to Acer the original and all copies of the Software; and
3. Delete the Software from all devices on which it was resident.
All disclaimers of warranties and limitation of liability set ...