User Guide
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User Guide
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Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide
Model: A500
First issue: 03/2011
Acer ICONIA TAB
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
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Table of contents
Unpacking your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting to know your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using the SIM card slot (only for
Using the SIM card slot (only for
Connecting devices to your tablet
Managing
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Using a cellular data network (only for
Installing a SIM card (only for
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End user license agreement
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Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions
Your new tablet offers leading,
???Connect to the Internet, via
???Access your email while on the move.
???Keep in touch with your friends via your Contacts and social networking applications.
???Listen to rich,
Product registration
When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to useful benefits, such as:
???Faster service from our trained representatives.
???Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys.
???The latest news from Acer.
Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!
How to register
To register your Acer product, please visit mobile.acer.com. Click Product Registration and follow the simple instructions.
You can also register directly from your tablet by tapping the Acer Registration icon.
After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.
Setting up
Unpacking your tablet
Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately:
???Quick Guide
???USB cable
???AC adapter
???Warranty card
Getting to know your tablet
Front view
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Back view
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Top and bottom views
Using the SIM card slot (only for
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your tablet???s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on your tablet.
See ???Installing a SIM card (only for
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Using your tablet
Using the SIM card slot (only for
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your tablet???s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on your tablet.
See ???Installing a SIM card (only for
Charging your tablet
For
Connect the
Note: It is normal for the tablet surface to become warm during charging or long periods of use.
Important: Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. Install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on your tablet.
See ???Installing a SIM card (only for
Turning on for the first time
To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button for two seconds. You will then be asked some questions before you can use your tablet.
To start, tap to select your language, then tap Start. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed.
Sign in to or create a Google account
If you have Internet access, your tablet allows you to synchronize information with a Google account.
During the
Important: You must sign into a Google Account to use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other Google Apps; to download applications from Android Market; 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 into your Google account during setup. If you wait until after setup is complete, your settings will not be restored.
If you have multiple Google accounts, such as separate accounts for personal and business contacts, you can access and synchonize them from the Accounts settings section. See ???Multiple Google accounts??? on page 58.
Locking your tablet
If you will not use your tablet for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access. This saves power and ensures your tablet does not unintentionally use
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any services. Your tablet will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To change the delay, tap Apps > Settings > Screen > Timeout.
Waking your tablet
If the screen is off and the tablet does not react to any taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode.
To wake your tablet, press the power button. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. Drag the lock symbol to the edge of the circle to unlock the tablet.
For additional security, you may set a code or number that must be entered to access the tablet, such as an unlock pattern (a set of dots that must be tapped in the correct order). Open the Home screen and tap Apps > Settings > Location & security > Configure lock screen.
Note: If you forget an unlock pattern or PIN, please refer to ???Unlock pattern??? on page 62.
Using the touchscreen
Your tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your finger to tap the screen.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options.
Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images.
Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the
Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the screen in the direction that you want to scroll.
The Home screen
When you start your tablet, or wake it from power saving, it will display the Home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and favorite bookmarks, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Some have been
The Home screen already features some useful controls and information.
Search 
Application menu and
Customize screen
Search
To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap the Google / Search icon in the
Simply enter the text you want to find. Tap the arrow or Enter key to search the Internet, or tap one of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list.
Note: In order to search or browse the Internet, you must be connected to a cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See ???Going online??? on page 27.
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search request. See ???Voice Search??? on page 28.
Navigation
To navigate through menus and options, three (or more) icons are shown in the
Tap this icon to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu. This icon may be replaced with the hide icon in certain cases (such as if the keyboard or list of recent applications is shown).
Recent
Hide
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Home
Tap this icon to go directly to the Home screen.
Recent
Tap this icon to see recently opened applications. Tap an application to open it, or tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen.
Settings
This icon is displayed in some applications. Tap this icon to open a list of options.
The extended Home screen
The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you more room to add widgets or organize shortcuts. To view the extended Home screen, swipe your finger to the left or right.
A total of five pages are available, two to the left and two to the right. To change or add widgets on any of the screens see ???Personalizing the Home screen??? on page 19.
Home screen
The application menu
The application menu displays applications installed on your tablet.
Two categories are available All and My apps. All displays all applications that are installed on your tablet; My apps displays applications that you have installed from the Android Market.
Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your tablet can be different to the applications shown in illustrations.
Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. If more applications are available, an outline of the second page will be shown on the side of the screen. Swipe the outline towards the center of the screen to switch pages.
Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to one of your Home screens. While a shortcut is selected, thumbnails of the Home screens are shown below the list of applications, simply drag the shortcut to a screen.
Status and notification area
Status and notification icons are shown in the
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Tap the status icons to view more status information and a summary of events.
Tap the status area again to view more controls. While viewing a notification, tap the summary to see more information, if available. Some event summaries include controls, such as media controls if music is playing.
Status and notification icons
Connection and batterystatus icons
Note: Network connection icons are blue if you have an active Google account.
Notification icons
Cellular data status icons.
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Personalizing the Home screen
You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper.
Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets
To add shortcuts or widgets open the Add to Home screen: tap the plus sign next to Apps in the
Tap Widgets to see small applications that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications display
Tap Applications to open a list of shortcuts to applications and settings you can drag to a Home screen.
Tap Wallpapers to change the current wallpaper. You can choose from a set of
Tap More to add icons, shortcuts, ???groups??? of contacts or links to specific settings.
To move any item on the Home screen, tap and hold the item until it is selected. You may drag the item to any free area on the screen. To move the item to a different home screen, drag it to the side of the screen, the Home screen will switch to the screen in that direction. Release the item when it is positioned correctly.
To remove an item from the Home screen, tap and hold the item until the trash icon appears in the
Adding shortcuts from the Application menu
You can add shortcuts to the Home screen directly from the application menu. Open the Application menu then tap and hold an icon until an image of the Home screens appears. Drag the icon to a Home screen to create a shortcut.
The onscreen keyboard
When you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. Simply tap on keys to enter text.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the More key to see more options. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters (if available), such as letters with accents.
The layout of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on the application and information that is required.
Changing Android keyboard settings
To use a different keyboard language or change settings, tap the Input options key, then select either Input languages or Android keyboard
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settings. These settings include
Predictive text or auto correction
The Android keyboard can provide predictive text input. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed that continue the sequence of letters tapped, or are a close match allowing for errors. The word list changes after every key press. If the word you need is displayed, you can tap on it to insert it into your text.
To turn predictive text on or off with the Android keyboard, tap the Input options key, and then Android keyboard settings. Tap Auto correction or Show correction suggestions and select one of the options.
Changing the keyboard
To use a different keyboard type, tap the Keyboard status icon; this will open a menu listing the text input methods available on your tablet. Tap your preferred input method.
Typically three options are available: two types of Android Keyboard (keyboard and voice) and XT9 Text Input.
XT9 Text Input
The XT9 keyboard provides an alternative to the standard Android keyboard.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ALT key to see more options. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters (if available), such as letters with accents.
Additional keys vary depending on the type of text you enter. E.g. a key to add a smiley is available when typing a text message. Like other keys, tap and hold to see if additional options are available.
Text assistance
The standard XT9 keyboard has various features that assist you to enter correct text. To use these features, tap the Keyboard status icon; this will open a menu
listing the text input methods available on your tablet. Tap the settings icon next to the XT9 Text Input entry.
FunctionDescription
Languages and settings
Set the languages that will be available.
If you have selected more than one language, tap the globe in the text prediction bar to cycle through the languages. Tap and hold the globe to see a list of selected languages.
Editing text
You can select and edit text in certain applications, such as text you have entered in a text fields. Selected text can be cut or copied and later pasted within the same application, or to a differentor across apps.
Note: Certain applications may not support text selection, or only support it in certain areas. Others applications offer specialized commands to select text that are only available in that application.
Inserting text
1.Tap the text you want to select. If you can select this text, a cursor is inserted below the text.
Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will be inserted.
2.If the cusor is not in the desired position, simply drag it to the correct position
If you previously copied (see below) text, a Paste button appears briefly above the cursor. Tap the button to paste the text.
3.Modify the text: Type, paste or delete text.
4.Tap Enter on the keyboard, or tap the Close Keyboard button.
Selecting text
To select text that you want to cut, copy, delete or replace: 1. Tap and hold the text or word you want to select.
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The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection.
2.Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap
Select all.
3.To cut or copy the text, tap the Cut or Copy button.
Connecting devices to your tablet
Connecting to AC power
See ???Charging your tablet??? on page 11.
Inserting a micro SD card (optional)
You may install a micro SD card to expand your device's storage space.
Note: Your tablet only supports microSD cards that use the FAT or FAT32 file system.
1.Open the card slot cover.
2.Insert the micro SD card as shown. Ensure that the micro SD card is inserted all the way into the card slot.
3.Replace the card slot cover.
Check card capacity in the External SD card section of
Apps > Settings > Storage.
microSD
Transferring files between a microSD card and your PC
Remove the card from the tablet and use a card reader or USB adapter to access the card as an external storage device.
Note: Check your tablet is not using the microSD card before removing it from the tablet.
Take care when removing the card, the slot is
Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device
Download and install the latest USB driver on your computer before connecting your tablet to the computer. Visit www.acer.com/worldwide/support/ download.htm for the latest driver.
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This allows you to transfer your personal data to, or from, your PC, using your PC???s file explorer.
Plug the micro USB connector to your tablet, and plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on your PC.
After a short delay, your tablet's internal memory will be visible as
an external drive in your PC???s file explorer.
Connecting a USB device to your tablet
USB devices are supported, such as a keyboard or
USB storage device, through the Host USB port.
Note: Some keys on keyboards are not supported.
Accessing files on a USB storage device
Note: Your tablet only supports USB storage devices that use the FAT or FAT32 file system.
You can access media files (photos, music and video) on USB storage devices with your tablet's multimedia apps.
Caution: Before removing USB storage, make sure your device is not using data on the USB storage device.
Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support for additional USB devices. See ???Updating your tablet???s operating system??? on page 59.
Connecting a Bluetooth device
Only A2DP stereo headsets (without 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 > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings.
Tap Find nearby devices to scan for available devices.
Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. Visit www.acer.com/support.
Connecting to a television with HDMI
Connect a micro HDMI (Type D) cable to your tablet then plug the other end of the HDMI cable into a TV or monitor with an HDMI port.
Connecting to the dock (optional)
The optional dock holds your tablet and allows you to easily charge the battery with a single connection.
The dock provides extra connectors that replace your tablet's
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Going online
Managing
If you did not connect to a
If
Browsing the Internet
In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you must be connected to a the Internet.
Using the browser
To start browsing, tap a bookmark from the bookmark widget on the Home screen, or open the Application menu and select Browser. To enter a website address, tap the address box at the top of the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Enter or the Go arrow.
To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the browser then tap the bookmark icon in the
You may open multiple tabs. When a page is open, press the small tab with a plus sign. Simply tap one of the tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages.
New tab
Pinch to zoom in or out of pages. Tap and hold an item on a page to open a contextual menu.
Voice Search
With voice actions, you can send emails, find directions to locations, search the Internet and even send a note to yourself using your voice. Tap the microphone on the Home screen or open Voice Search from the applications tab. When the Speak now prompt is displayed, state your command or query.
Note: Voice search is available only in some regions.
Setting up Gmail (Google mail)
1.Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet.
2.From the Applications menu tap Gmail.
If you did not enter an Gmail account address and password when you first started your tablet, follow the on screen instructions.
Note: You need to activate a Google account before you can use Gmail.
Composing an email
1.Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet.
2.Open the application menu and tap Gmail.
3.Press the Menu button and then tap Compose.
4.Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message.
5.When you are finished composing your message, tap Send.
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Setting up the Email application
The Email application enables you to access email from most popular email providers. Most accounts can be set up in two steps. Open the application menu and then tap Email to start setting up your email access.
If necessary, enter your email address and tap Manual setup to enter the parameters manually. Tap Next to finish the setup process.
The combined inbox feature of your tablet allows you to view emails from multiple accounts in a single inbox.
Online applications
Your tablet provides a variety of preinstalled applications. Many of these require some form of Internet access.
These applications may include:
???Acer Sync: Sync your data between your tablet, your computer and the Google servers.
???SocialJogger: View updates to your social networks in one location.
???Maps: Get
???Talk*: Chat with your friends, with text, sound and video.
???Navigation*:
???Latitude: View where your friends are on Google Maps.
???Places: View places of interest and local businesses on Google Maps.
???YouTube*: View the Most viewed and Most discussed video clips on YouTube.
???LumiRead: Download books from featured bookstores, and setup convenient links to your favorite ebook sites.
???MusicA: Let your tablet listen to music and access the MusicA database to find the track name and artist.
*Note: Applications installed may vary according to your region.
Acer SocialJogger
Acer SocialJogger combines your social network updates in one location, allowing you to quickly follow what your friends are doing across several platforms.
From the application menu, tap Acer SocialJogger to launch the program.
Select Sign in to enter your account information. When you are finished press Start.
Slide the disc, located on the right, up and down to cycle through the status updates.
Tap on a status to view more details and make a comment.
Tap the left and right arrows, located on the top, to cycle between the categories: My Page, Photos, Link and any added pages.
Tap the Menu button to access account settings, refresh the page, auto play, and add or remove custom pages.
Adobe Flash Player
Adobe Flash Player is not installed on your tablet. If you want to use Flash content on in your browser, you can visit the Android Market (see below) to easily download and install Adobe Flash Player.
Android Market
Note: The Android Market may not be available in all countries and regions.
Note: You need to activate a Google account before you can use the Android Market.
Tap Market from the home screen or application menu to open the Android Market. Here you can obtain a variety of
You may also browse for books that you may read with LumiRead or another reader application.
The first time you access the Android Market, you must read and accept the Terms of Service.
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You can browse the market by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific application.
Once you have selected an application, tap the DOWNLOAD 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 OK to proceed with the installation.
You may keep track of the download progress from the status area.
Important: Some applications may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Checkout account in order to pay for these applications.
Using downloaded applications
Once you???ve downloaded and installed an application, you may find it in the My apps or All sections of the Application menu.
Certain applications also provide widgets, or only provide a widget (with no application icon). Widgets can be found in the Widget section when personalizing your Home screen. See ???Personalizing the Home screen??? on page 19.
Uninstalling downloaded applications
Once you???ve downloaded and installed an application, you may uninstall the application by pressing and holding the application icon and dragging it to the trash can located on the
Alternatively, you can go to Settings from the application menu and select Applications > Manage applications. Tap the application you wish to uninstall, tap Uninstall and confirm the uninstall.
Google Talk
Note: Google Talk may not be available in all countries and regions.
Note: You need to activate a Google account before you can use Google Talk.
Tap Talk from application menu to open Google Talk. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Talk services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have connected, you can open a video chat session.
Use the
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Acer content folders
Your tablet includes content folders that allow you to easily organize and access your favorite applications.
Choose one of the four categories on the Home screen or application menu: eReading, Games, Multimedia or Social.
Tap the shortcut to open a screen containing applications from that category.
Using the content folders
Each category already contains shortcuts to essential applications. Simply tap a shortcut to open the application. The shelves along the bottom of the screen may contain links to portals that allow you to download related applications from trustworthy publishers.
Selecting a content folder
The folder shortcuts on the home screen or Application menu give you direct access to any of the four categories. If you have opened a category, you can easily change category by swiping the screen to the left or right.
Adding
You can add applications to any content folder. Tap the Plus sign in the top right corner and select one or more applications from the list. Tap OK to add shortcuts for the selected applications.
You may view up to twenty shortcuts on a single screen. If you add more than twenty shortcuts, swipe the screen up to see additional shortcuts.
Moving or removing
Tap and hold an item to select it. Drag it to an new position to change the order, or to the trash can in the top right corner to remove the shortcut from the screen.
Note: Certain
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Playing music and video
Multimedia playback
Your tablet comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content.
Acer clear.fi
With Acer clear.fi, you can browse and stream remote multimedia content from, or to, other devices with Acer clear.fi installed.
Note: All devices must be connected to the same network.
Note: When using an external USB storage device to access media files, the device may not be recognized for a few minutes.
Tap clear.fi.
Acer clear.fi will automatically detect devices that are connected to the network and are also running Acer clear.fi. These devices are displayed at the bottom of the screen, with your tablet as the default device on the leftmost corner. Tap any of the connected devices and then tap Photo, Video, or Music to browse media files on that connected device.
Drag the bar on left side for more viewing options.
clear.fi photos
Tap the photo album to view the thumbnails. Tap and hold an album or photo thumbnail to view the menu panel.
You can view photos found on any of the connected devices and save them. Tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap and hold any of the connected device showing an arrow. Select Play or Save.
To upload a photo to Facebook, or Flickr via Acer Photo Uploader, or to paired devices using Bluetooth, tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap Share.
clear.fi videos
Tap a folder under Collection to view the thumbnails. Tap and hold a folder or video thumbnail to view the menu panel.
You can play videos found on any of the connected devices and save them. Tap and hold a video thumbnail, then tap and hold any of the connected device showing an arrow. Select Play or Save.
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Note: The Acer clear.fi video player only plays MP4 files. Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for other types of video. See ???Updating your tablet???s operating system??? on page 59.
To send video files, for example, to paired devices using Bluetooth or to YouTube, tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap Share.
clear.fi music
Tap a folder to list the audio files. Tap and hold a folder or audio file to view the menu panel.
You can listen to any audio file found on any of the connected devices and save them. Tap and hold an audio thumbnail, then tap and hold any of the connected device showing an arrow. Select Play or Save.
To send audio files as an email attachment using Google Mail, or to paired devices using Bluetooth, tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap Share.
nemoPlayer
Open nemoPlayer from the application menu to play media you have stored on your tablet.
nemoPlayer enables you to listen to music, view video clips and pictures in all the formats supported by your tablet. See ???Multimedia??? on page 63.
Media server
Your tablet can act as a digital media server using UPnP technology. This means that you can use it to send media content to other
To set up the media server, open the application menu and tap Media server. You will need to enable Share contents before you can start using the service.
You may select to share Video, Photo or Music. Tap a category to control which files are shared.
Dolby Mobile
To access Dolby Mobile settings go to the application menu and tap Settings > Dolby Mobile. Here you can switch Dolby Mobile on or off, set Treble, Natural Bass, Music EQ and Video EQ.
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Managing contacts
Your tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory, SIM card or your Google account.
Tap Contacts from the application menu to view your contacts.
If you don???t have any contacts stored on your tablet, you can sync with your Google account contacts, import contacts from a contact data file (vCard or csv) or add a new contact. .
If you have activated a Google account that includes contacts, your contacts will be synchronised automatically. See ???Synchronization??? on page 57.
Importing contacts
Tap the Menu button and select Import/Export. Tap the option that describes where you contacts are stored. When the contacts are found, confirm to import the contacts in a new group.
Adding a new contact
Tap New to add a new contact. You will be asked which account you want to use to store the contact. If you select the name of your tablet it will be stored in the tablet???s internal memory, and not synchonised with other accounts.
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You may now edit the new contact entry.
Editing a contact
If you have opened an new or existing contact you can enter information about the contact:
Simply tap on a box and type the appropriate information. Click on the arrow next to the name entry to see options, such as adding a name prefix or phonetic name.
To enter multiple entries, such as separate entries for mobile and home phone numbers, tap the plus sign to create a second entry. Tap the minus sign to remove an entry.
Tap Add another field for more categories.
To assign an image to your contact, tap the silhouette and select an images from your tablet???s picture gallery (select Gallery if requested). You may also take and crop a new photo.
Tap Done to finish and save the contact.
Tip: Set each phone number to match the type of network as this can determine some functions. I.e. certain applications only recognise ???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 contact???s name in the list on the left.
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Tap on an entry (such as an email address) to open the application linked to that type of entry. For example, tap an email address to open the Gmail application.
To add or change information, tap the pencil icon. Tap Done to save changes, or Cancel to discard them.
Starred contacts
You may quickly access your favorite contacts by adding a star. First open the contact, then tap the star next to the contact???s name. Tap All contacts and select Starred to see only your favorite contacts.
Editing a contact on your computer
If you have synchronised your Google account and contacts, you can use your computer to access and edit your contact list. Open the Internet browser on your computer and go to contacts.google.com. Sign in to your account then select and edit contacts from the list; the next time your tablet synchronizes with your computer, these changes will also be made to your tablet???s contact list.
Warning: Backup your contacts before making any changes. Tap the Menu button and select Import/Export. You may then Export your contact list to the internal memory in your tablet, or other options depending on installed applications.
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Using the camera
Your tablet features two cameras: a
Note: It is recommended that you insert a microSD card into the microSD slot before using the camera.
Please note you can only save photos and videos to internal memory or a microSD card, not an external USB storage device.
Tip: The recommended use for the
Normally, the video chat software you are using will provide controls for switching between the front and rear facing cameras.
To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap Camera.
Camera icons and indicators
Note: Not all controls are available when using the
In the camera window, the controls on the right allow you to zoom, change settings, switch between internal and SD card memory, switch between the front and rear camera, or select camera or camcorder.
After you have taken a photo, a thumbnail in the
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Icon Description
Zoom out
You may only zoom out after you have zoomed in.
Zoom in
Crop and enlarge the center of the screen.
When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of the final image.
Take photo
After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in the
Flash mode
Choose when to use the flash: Auto, On or Off
White balance
Change the color balance to match the lighting: Auto,
Incandescent, Daylight or Fluorescent.
Color effect
Choose an effect to change the colors in your photos: None, Mono, Sepia, Negative, Solarize or Posterize.
Scene mode
Choose a mode to match the type of scene to capture: Auto, Action, Portrait, Landscape, Night, Night portrait, Theatre, Beach, Snow, Sunset, Steady photo, Fireworks.
Camera settings
Activate or change special settings: Store location, Focus mode, Exposure, Picture size, Picture quality, Restore defaults.
Switch camera.
Switch between the rear and front cameras.
Switches to the camcorder (video recorder).
Switches to the camera.
Internal memory
Saves photos to the tablet???s internal memory (this is the default).
Memory card
Saves photos to the memory card in the micro SD card slot (only available if a micro SD card has been inserted).
Taking a photo
1.Ensure you the options described above are set to your preferences.
2.Frame your subject and steady your tablet.
3.Zoom in or out as needed.
Note: When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of the final image.
4.Tap the camera icon to take the photo.
After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in the
Shooting a video
Note: Not all controls are available when using the
Tap the camcorder icon to switch to camcorder mode.
Most camcorder settings are the same as the camera settings; if a setting is not described below, then check the camera description.
Icon Description
Start / stop recording
Flash mode
Choose if the flash should be on: On or Off
Video quality
Choose the quality (resolution) of the video: High, Low, YouTube.
Note: YouTube uses the High quality setting, but is limited to 15 minutes.
Time lapse interval
Shoot a slow motion ???time lapse??? video, set the interval between single frames in this menu.
1.Ensure you the options described above are set to your preferences.
2.Frame your subject and steady your tablet and zoom in or out as needed.
3.Press the camera button down fully to begin recording.
4.Press the camera button down fully to stop recording.
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Note: Zoom is only available in certain resolutions.
Supported formats
Type Formats
Image JPEG
Video H.264BP
Audio
Viewing photos and videos
After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved; normally to internal memory.
After taking a photo or video, you can view it in the Gallery by tapping the thumbnail in the
From the Gallery you can share the file directly using various services. Tap Menu and then Share.
Note: Share options vary depending on the file type.
Reading an eBook or pdf
LumiRead
The LumiRead application allows you to purchase, store and read books on your tablet. Tap the LumiRead shortcut in the Application menu, or the eReading content folder, to open the LumiRead application.
The bookshelves
The contents of your tablet are shown on the screen as a series of bookshelves. Each book is shown as an image with a name; this image is either defined by the book or a generic book cover. To change the book cover, tap and hold the book to see more information.
If you have many books, you can swipe the screen up or down to display more titles.
Note: To add books to the bookshelves, see ???Adding books to your tablet??? on page 48.
Tool bar
The tool bar is at the top of the screen.
This area displays icons that allow you to look for new books or change how books are displayed.
Shopping cart Open the Bookstore page, where you can choose where to purchase books.
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Recently read
The first shelf (at the top) displays books you have recently read. This list will change to reflect your activity.
Favorites / tags
As you add books to your tablet, you may find it difficult to find the book you need. You may either search for a specific title or author, add books to your Favorites, or choose only to display books with a certain tag, to reduce the number of books displayed at one time.
Normally All books are displayed, but you can select a tag (All, Favorites, PDF or a tag you have created). While a tag is been selected, only books with that tag will be displayed.
Tap (+) create new tags, or tap the Settings icon and select Tags to edit or create new tags.
Adding a tag
To add a tag, tap and hold a book, then drag it to one of the tags shown at the top of the screen. Drag the book to the (+) to create a new tag.
Removing a tag
To remove a tag, tap the name of the tag at the top of the screen, so that only book with that tag are displayed. Tap and hold the book then drag it to the trash can; select the option that removes the tag.
Dictionary
The Dictionary allows you to check the definitions of words. Open the dictionary and type the word you want to check, then tap Search Dictionary.
Note: Internet access is required to search the dictionary as definitions are retrieved the Google dictionary service.
Reading eBooks on your tablet
Your tablet is able to ePub and pdf books. Most eBook sites provide files in these formats.
Warning: Certain vendors may use copyright protection systems that cannot be opened by your tablet. Please check which DRM (Digital Rights Management) system is used.
LumiRead supports books protected with Adobe ID.
In order to read certain books, you must activate your tablet with an Adobe ID. See ???Your Adobe ID??? on page 50.
Opening a book
All books stored on your tablet may be seen on the shelves on the main screen. If you have many books, swipe the bookshelves up to see them.
Simply tap a book to open it. Rotate your tablet to the best angle to read the book
Reading a book
Simply swipe across a page to change the page. More options, such as searching the book, changing text size or marking sections for future reference (Bookmarks or Highlights) are available: either tap the page or the settings icon.
Highlighting text and adding a note
Quickly tap twice on a word to highlight it, then tap a second word to highlight a section of text between the selected words. Tap the Highlight icon and add a note if desired; tap Save to highlight the selected section.
Note: You can also tap twice on a word to search for it in the dictionary, or on the Internet.
Jumping to Contents, Bookmarks or Highlights
You may jump directly selected sections in a book; tap the page or the settings icon, and select Contents. Select Contents, Bookmarks or Highlights, then tap on an entry to jump directly to that item in the book.
Taking a snapshot
You can take a ???snapshot??? of a page and save it as an image for future reference. Tap the settings icon at the bottom of the screen and select Snapshot. An image of the page will be saved to the LumiBooks/ clipbook folder in your tablet???s internal memory.
Adding books to your tablet
You may either add books that you already own, or download new books directly to your tablet.
Books you download (see ???Shopping??? on page 49) will be automatically added to the bookshelves.
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To add books to your tablet???s internal memory or to a micro SD card, copy the books to the LumiBooks folder, see ???Transferring files between a microSD card and your PC??? on page 24 or ???Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device??? on page 24.
Note: Connect your tablet to a computer and add books to the LumiBooks folder on your tablet???s internal memory or micro SD card to see them on the LumiRead bookshelves.
Instead of using the LumiBooks folder, you may add your own book folders, and have any contents displayed on the Lumiread bookshelves.
Tap the settings icon and select Manage my book folders. You will see a list of folders that are displayed in on the bookshelves.
Note: Folders that begin /mnt/sdcard/ are on your tablet???s internal memory. Folders that begin /mnt/external_sd/ are on the micro SD card.
Tap Add Book Folder, look for the folder in the list and tap the circle on the right to select it; tap on a folder name to see
To remove a folder, tap and hold the folder name in the Manage my book folders list, and select Remove Book Folder,then Yes.
Shopping
Tap the shopping cart and select your region to see a featured bookstore. On the right, additional bookstores are listed, tap the plus sign add links to your favorite sites.
Note: You must create a customer account before purchasing items from the featured bookstore.
Your Adobe ID
Some books available for purchase are protected with Adobe DRM (Digital Rights Management). Before you can read them, you must enter an Adobe ID to activate your tablet. Only one activation is required, as it covers all purchases.
If you already have an Adobe ID, you may use this to activate your tablet. To create an Adobe ID:
1.Open LumiRead.
2.Tap the Settings button.
3.Tap Register Adobe ID.
4.Tap Create an Adobe Account.
5.Enter the information requested to create login information for your account.
Note: The email adress you enter will be your Adobe ID. Make sure you remember your password.
6. Select Continue.
Your Adobe ID is now registered.
Entering your Adobe ID
To register your tablet, follow these steps:
1.Open LumiRead.
2.Tap the Settings button
3.Select Device activation.
4.Enter the email address and password used to create your Adobe ID.
5.Finally tap Activate.
You may now read books protected with Adobe DRM.
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Using a cellular data network (only for
???3G???, or data over a cellular network, is only available on models equiped with a SIM card slot, or through a separate 3G modem (not supplied - available from your mobile Internet provider, check for compatibility).
Important: Please check the information provided by your mobile internet provider. Not all options and settings described in this section will be available, and different applications may be provided.
Installing a SIM card (only for
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your tablet???s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on your tablet.
1.Turn off the tablet by pressing and holding the power button.
2.Insert the SIM card as shown.
SIM card
3. Replace the card slot cover.
Note: Ensure that the SIM card is inserted all the way into the card slot.
Caution: Turn off your tablet before installing or removing a SIM card. You may damage the card or your tablet if power it still on.
Activating a new SIM card and PIN (3G models only)
If you are using a SIM card for the first time, it may require activation. Contact your network operator for details on how to do this.
When you install a SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN.
Important: Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN each time you switch on the cellular data function.
SIM card lock
Your tablet may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator.
To cancel the SIM lock, contact your network provider.
Note: If you need to turn the 3G network on or off see ???Putting your tablet in Airplane mode??? on page 56 and ???Activating or deactivating connections??? on page 56.
Adjusting connection settings
Open the Application menu and tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks to manage your connection settings.
In addition to
Mobile Internet settings
Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks to adjust your network settings. You can turn data connection on or off when roaming, restrict the connection to 2G networks only, specify a network operator and define access point names.
Selecting a network
Your tablet will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you insert a new SIM card. However, you may prefer to manually select a network. This is often a good idea when roaming.
Tip: When you are traveling, manually selecting a network may help to reduce your roaming charges. Check with your service provider for the network offering the most competitive rates at your destination.
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Disable data when roaming
You can prevent your tablet from transmitting data over other carriers??? mobile networks when you are traveling and leave an area that is covered by your carrier???s networks. This is useful for controlling expenses if your mobile data contract doesn???t include data roaming.
1.Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks.
2.Tap Data roaming to disable it (remove the green tick).
Limit your data connection to slower networks
If your tablet connects to 3G mobile networks, you can extend your battery life by limiting your data connections to slower, 2G networks (GPRS or EDGE). When you are connected to a 2G network, you may want to postpone activities that transmit a lot of data, such as sending, uploading, or downloading pictures or video, until you are connected to a faster mobile or other wireless network.
1.Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks.
2.Tap Use only 2G networks.
Creating a new access point
When you need to add another GPRS/3G/EDGE connection on your tablet, obtain the access point name and settings (including username and password if required) from your service provider.
1.Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.
2.Tap an existing APN, or tap New APN.
3.Enter the APN settings. Tap an item to adjust it.
4.When you have finished tap Save.
5.If you want to use the new or edited APN, tap the APN in the list.
Important: Some providers and countries do not allow the use of a tablet as a modem over HSDPA. Please check with your provider before attempting to do so.
Internet sharing
Tethering via USB
If you wish to share your mobile Internet connection with a computer, you can connect your tablet to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
1.Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your tablet.
2.Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer.
3.Alternatively, you can tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & network settings > Tethering & portable hotspot and then tap USB tethering.
You can turn your tablet into a portable
1.Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Tethering & portable hotspot.
2.Tap Portable
3.Tap Configure
4.Tap Save to finish.
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Advanced settings
Access Settings from the Application menu. Tap Apps, then Settings.
Sound
Adjust the volume of your tablet using the volume buttons on the side of the tablet. Alternatively, you can adjust your tablet sound settings by tapping Apps
> Settings > Sound.
Screen
You can adjust your tablet screen settings by tapping Apps > Settings > Screen.
Putting your tablet in Airplane mode
You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off network and Bluetooth functions and use your tablet during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard.
Switch your tablet off during takeoff and landing as it may interfere with aircraft electronic systems.
Note: When Airplane mode is active, the 
icon is displayed in the status area.
Turn Airplane mode on or off by tapping Settings > Wireless & Networks > Airplane mode.
Activating or deactivating connections
Open the Application menu and tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks to manage your connection settings.
Each connection will have a green check when turned on.
Alternatively, you can tap on the right side of the status bar to manage connection settings.
Adjusting connection settings
This section will show you how to adjust detailed settings for your data,
If your tablet includes 3G features, some additional options are available:
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Adjusting Bluetooth settings
You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your tablet and other mobile devices.
Bluetooth connections
For all Bluetooth settings, tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings. Here you can switch Bluetooth on or off, set a device name and discoverability. Tap Find nearby devices to scan for available 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 (without microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices.
Connecting to a PC
If you wish to transfer information between your tablet and your computer, you can connect your tablet to a PC using the supplied USB cable. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your tablet. Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer.
Note: You may need to install drivers on your computer before your tablet can be used with your computer.
You will now be able to see your tablet???s internal memory as a drive in your computer???s file explorer.
Synchronization
You can configure synchronization options for many applications on your tablet. You can also configure what types of data you synchronize for each account.
Some applications, such as Contacts, Gmail, and Calendar, can sync data from multiple accounts. Others sync data only from the first Google Account you sign into on your tablet, or from an account associated specifically with that application.
For some applications, such as Contacts or Calendar, all changes that you make on your tablet are made to the synchronised copy on the Internet. Other applications only copy information from account on the Internet; the information on your tablet cannot be changed directly, you must change the information stored in the Internet account.
Tap Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync to access the synchronization settings. To manage synchronization of individual accounts, tap an account name.
Some applications, such as Gmail and Calendar, have their own synchronization settings. Open the application and tap the Menu button (four bars) and then tap Accounts.
To have your tablet
???If Background data is enabled, applications can transmit and receive data when you are not using them.
???If
Acer Sync
Acer Sync allows you to easily synchronize your contacts, calendar, photos and videos between your tablet, PC and corresponding Google services. You must install the Acer Sync program on your computer; download and install Acer Sync and Acer PIM for the PC from the mobile.acer.com website.
Multiple Google accounts
If you have multiple Google accounts, such as separate accounts for personal and business contacts, you can access and synchonize them from the Accounts settings section. Tap Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync. Tap Add account in the
Setting the date and time
To set the date and time, tap Apps > Settings > Date & time.
Tip: If you travel frequently or live in an area that uses daylight saving time, and have mobile network access, activate Automatic date & time from this menu. Your tablet will set the date and time based on information it receives from the network.
Setting alarms
There are two predefined alarms on your tablet by default. To add or edit alarm settings, tap Clock in the application menu and tap Set alarm.
Tap Add alarm to create a new alarm, or tap the check box next to a preset alarm to turn it on or off.
Tap a preset alarm to edit it. You can:
???Turn the alarm on or off.
???Set the alarm time.
???Set which days to repeat the alarm.
???Set a ringtone.
???Enable or disable vibrate.
???Give it a label (i.e. a name).
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Changing language and text options
Set your location and language input preferences by opening the application menu and going to Apps > Settings > Language & input.
Managing applications
You can allow programs from Unknown sources to be installed and Manage applications.
Closing an application
To close an active application, go to Settings > Applications > Manage applications. Tap the Running tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select Force stop to close the program.
Uninstalling an application
You can remove programs 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
Note: You cannot uninstall applications that were
Alternatively, you can go to Apps > Settings and select Applications > Manage applications. Tap the application you wish to uninstall, tap Uninstall and confirm the uninstall.
Warning! You should only remove programs if you are familiar with the Android operating system.
Updating your tablet???s operating system
Your tablet can download and install system updates, adding support for new devices or expanding software options.
To check for updates, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet > System update > Check now.
Note: Downloading new firmware can take up to 40 minutes, depending on your network speed.
Resetting your tablet
You may have to perform a reset if your tablet fails to respond when buttons are pressed or the screen is tapped.
To reset your tablet use a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to press the recessed reset button.
Clean boot
A clean boot will restore your tablet to the factory settings.
Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your tablet and any programs you installed.
Open Settings from the application menu, then tap Privacy > Factory data reset; click Reset tablet and then Erase everything to format your tablet.
If your tablet still does not respond, refer to ???FAQ and troubleshooting??? on page 61.
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FAQ and troubleshooting
This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your tablet, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions.
Why can???t I view my video files?
You may be trying to view a video that is not supported. Refer to
???Multimedia??? on page 63 for more information.
Why can???t I play my music files?
You may be trying to play a file that is not supported. Refer to ???Multimedia??? on page 63 for more information.
Tap Apps > Settings > About tablet to check the OS version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software information.
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Other sources of help
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Specifications
Performance
???NVIDIA?? Tegra??? 2 mobile processor
???Dual Core ARM??
???System memory:
???1 GB of RAM
???16 or 32 GB of flash memory
???Google Android??? operating system
Display
???10.1??? WXGA
???1280 x 800 resolution
???262K colors support
Multimedia
???Micro (Type D) HDMI output
???
???Stereo speakers
???Dual microphone with noise and echo cancellation
???Dolby Mobile
Formats supported:
USB connectors
???USB connector (host)
???Micro USB connector (slave)
Power
??? DC
Connectivity
???Bluetooth 2.1+EDR & A2DP support
???
???GPS
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3G support (only available on
???aGPS
???GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
???UMTS 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
???HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps / EDGE / GPRS
???Optional HSDPA 21 Mbps
Camera
???Front camera
???
???Fixed focus
???Rear camera
???
???Flash
???Auto focus
Expansion
??? microSD memory card slot (up to 32 GB)
Battery
??? Rechargeable high density
Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource use. For example, constantly using the backlight or using
Dimensions
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