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A110
User Guide
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© 2012. All Rights Reserved.
Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide
Model: A110
First issue: 8/2012
Acer ICONIA TAB
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number * : ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
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Note: See “Where can I find my serial number ID?” on page 42.
Table of contents
Getting to know your tablet
Setting up
Using your tablet
Connecting devices to your tablet
Transferring files between your tablet and a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Going online
Playing music and video
Managing people and contacts
Using the camera and camcorder
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Advanced settings
Updating your tablet’s operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
FAQ and troubleshooting
Specifications
End user license agreement
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Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions
Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can:
• Connect to the Internet.
• Access your email while on the move.
• Keep in touch with your friends via your People and social networking applications.
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 www.acer.com. Click Registration and follow the simple instructions.
You can also register directly from your tablet by tapping the 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.
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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:
• Setup poster
• USB cable
• AC adapter
• Warranty card
Getting to know your tablet
Front view
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No.
Item
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2
Touchscreen
Light sensor
3 Front-facing camera
Description
7-inch, 1024 x 600 pixel capacitive touchscreen.
Detects ambient light and automatically adjusts screen brightness.
A 2-megapixel camera for video chats and selfportrait images.
Left and right views
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2
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3
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No.
Item
1 Micro HDMI (Type D) connector
2 Micro USB port (Slave)
Microphone
Power button
Description
Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D connector.
Connects to a computer via a USB cable. Also serves as the charging port for the AC adapter.
For more information, see “Charging your tablet” on page 9.
Receives audio for video chats and Internet calls.
Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the tablet off.
Increases and decreases the tablet volume.
5 Volume control key
Top view
1 2
No.
1
2
Item microSD card slot
Description
Insert a microSD card into the slot. See “Inserting a microSD card (optional)” on page 20.
3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones.
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Back view
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No.
Item
1 Speaker
Description
Emits mono audio.
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Using your tablet
Charging your tablet
For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed.
Note: Charger illustration is for reference only. Actual configuration may vary.
Assembling the power adapter
Slide the plug fitting into the power adapter body until it clicks into place.
Connecting power
Connect the power connector to your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into any
AC outlet.
Note:It is normal for the tablet surface to become warm during charging or long periods of use.
Warning: Only use the bundled power adapter to charge your device.
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Turning on for the first time
To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until the tablet vibrates. Wait a moment for your tablet to bootup. You will then be asked some questions before you can use your tablet.
To start, tap to select your language and country, then tap Start. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed.
Note: If the tablet’s screen turns off, it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the
power button to wake it up. For more information, see "Waking your tablet" on page 19
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 start-up process, you may create or sign in to an account, which will be used to synchronize your contact list, email, calendar and other information. If you do not yet have Internet access, or do not want to use this feature, then tap Skip.
Important: You must sign in to a Google Account to use Gmail, Google Talk,
Google Calendar, and other Google Apps; to download applications from Google
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.
Note: 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 40.
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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 pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
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 weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Some have been preinstalled on your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play.
The Home screen already features some useful controls and information.
Search
Time and Status
Application menu
Navigation
Search
To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap the
Google icon in the top-left corner.
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.
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search
request. See "Voice Search" on page 23.
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Navigation
To navigate through menus and options, three (or more) icons are shown in the bottom-left corner.
Back
Back Home
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).
Home
Recent
Hide
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.
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
The application menu
The application menu displays applications and widgets available on your tablet.
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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.
Otherwise swipe to the left to see more Applications. When you are on the last page
of applications, swipe to the left to see widgets available on your tablet. See
"Personalizing the Home screen" on page 15.
Tap the Shop icon to open Google Play.
Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your tablet can be different from the applications shown in illustrations.
Adding an application to a Home screen
Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to one of your Home screens. When you select an icon, you are taken to the initial Home screen. You can drag the selected icon to any extended home screen.
Status and notification area
Status and notification icons are shown in the topright corner of the screen.
This area contains a variety of icons to inform you of your tablet’s status, such as connectivity, battery status and other event notification icons.
From the notification area, swipe down to display the track" when music is playing.
Wireless Battery reception charge status status ribbon. The status ribbon contains notifications such as current downloads and media controls such as "play/pause" and "next
Time
Icon Description
Opens power management options
Icon Description
Opens the Settings menu
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Icon Description
Locks/unlocks screen rotation.
Icon
Status and notification icons
Connection icons
Icon Description
Connected to a wireless network
(waves indicate connection strength)
Airplane mode (wireless connectivity disconnected)
Icon
Battery status icons
Icon Description
Battery is very low
Icon
Battery is low
Battery is partially drained
Notification icons
Icon Description
Alarm is set
New Gmail message
New Google Talk message
Upcoming event
Icon
Song is playing
SD card or USB storage is full
Tablet is connected to PC via
USB
Application update available
System update available
Virtual private network (VPN) status
Description
Description
Bluetooth is on
Connected to a Bluetooth device
Description
Battery is full
Battery is charging
Description
Speaker is silenced
Tablet microphone is off
GPS is on
Receiving location data from
GPS
Syncing data
Sync is on
Problem with sign-in or sync
Uploading data
Downloading data
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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 tap the APPS icon in the bottom-center of the Home screen.
The APPS menu contains a list of shortcuts to applications you can drag to a Home screen.
Tap WIDGETS to see small applications and links (such as custom shortcuts, contacts or bookmarks) that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to applications or special functions.
To move an App or Widget to the Home screen, tap and hold an item until it is selected. The Home screen will open. Drag the item to any free area on the screen.
To view information about the App or Widget, drag it to the icon at the top of the screen.
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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.
Resizing a Widget
Most widgets can be made larger, so you can give more space to information that is important to you. After placing a Widget on the Home screen, tap and hold to select it. Four diamonds will appear on each side, tap and drag the diamond until the
Widget is the correct size. Tap Back to finish.
Note: Not all Widgets can be resized.
Removing an item from the Home screen
To remove an item from the Home screen, tap and hold the item until the Remove option appears at the top of the screen. Simply drag the item to the Remove option.
Changing the Home screen image
Tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. You can choose from a set of pre-formatted wallpapers, images stored in the Gallery, selected Wallpapers, or Live wallpapers that feature animated or interactive backgrounds.
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 ~ \ { key to see more options. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters (if available for that key), such as letters with accents or related symbols.
The layout of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on the application and information that is required.
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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
settings. These settings include Auto-correction and keyboard sounds and vibration.
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.
Editing text
You can select and edit text in certain applications, such as text you have entered in a text field. Selected text can be cut or copied and later pasted within the same application, or to a different application.
Note: Certain applications may not support text selection, or only support it in certain areas. Other applications may offer specialized commands to select text.
Selecting text
To select text that you want to cut, copy, delete or replace:
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. Tap and hold the text or word you want to select.
The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection.
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3. Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap Select all.
4. To cut or copy the text, tap the CUT or COPY button.
Inserting text
To type new text or add text that you have copied:
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 cursor is not in the desired position, simply drag it to the correct position.
If you previously copied (see below) text, tap where you want to insert the text. A
PASTE button appears briefly below the cursor. Tap the button to paste the text.
To replace a word, double tap the word. A PASTE button appears above the word. Tap the button to paste to replace the text.
3. Modify the text: Type, paste or delete text.
4. Tap on the keyboard.
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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 any services. Your tablet will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To change the delay, tap APPS > Settings > Display > Sleep.
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.
To unlock the screen, press the lock button and follow the lock to the right side of the circle.
Lock screen quick launch
When you press the lock button you have the option to go straight to the camera or search.
Security Options
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 > Security >
Screen lock.
Note: If you forget an unlock pattern, please refer to "Unlock pattern" on page
Shutting down your tablet
If you won’t use your tablet for an extended period of time, turn it off to save battery power. To turn off your tablet (even when locked), press and hold the power button for one second. Tap Power off and confirm the shut down. To force a shutdown, press and hold the power button for four seconds.
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Connecting devices to your tablet
Connecting to AC power
See "Charging your tablet" on page 9.
Inserting a microSD card (optional)
You may install a microSD card to expand your device's storage space. Ensure that the microSD card is inserted all the way into the card slot.
Note: Your tablet only supports microSD cards that use the FAT or FAT32 file system.
Check card capacity in the External SD card section of APPS > Settings >
Storage.
Transferring files between your tablet and a PC
Your tablet and any connected storage devices can be accessed from a PC with a
USB connection.
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 for the latest drivers: Select Support,
Download, ICONIA TAB. Select your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select
USB and accept the download.
This allows you to transfer your personal data to or from your PC, using your PC’s file explorer.
Using the micro USB to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into your computer.
After a short delay, your tablet's internal memory will be visible as a Portable Device in your PC’s file explorer. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your tablet’s internal memory and any additional memory (SD card or USB devices) attached to your tablet.
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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 tap Bluetooth.
Turn Bluetooth on and tap Search for devices to scan for nearby devices.
Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support for
additional Bluetooth devices. See "Updating your tablet’s operating system" on page 40.
Accessories
For a complete list of accessories, visit store.acer.com.
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Going online
Managing Wi-Fi connections
If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet, or want to connect to a new network, tap APPS > Settings > Wi-Fi to manage your connection settings. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi status icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
If Wi-Fi is not on, tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your tablet to detect nearby networks. Tap the name of your network and enter a security password, if needed.
Browsing the Internet
In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you must be connected to a network with a connection to the Internet.
Using the browser
To start browsing, tap the Chrome icon on the Home screen, or open the Application menu and select Chrome. To enter a website address, tap the address box at the top of the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go.
To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the browser then tap the menu icon in the top-right corner.
You may open multiple tabs. When a page is open, tap the small New tab button. Simply tap one of the open tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages.
New tab
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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 for voice searches. When the Speak now prompt is displayed, state your command or query.
Note: Voice Search is available only in selected regions.
Setting up Gmail
1. Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet.
2. From the Applications menu tap Gmail.
If you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started your tablet, follow the 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. Tap the Compose icon (shown right).
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:*
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Google+
Description
Stay in touch with friends and family, personalize your very own profile, and more with Google’s social networking service.
Google Now Get the information that’s important to you with "cards" that appear right when you need them (i.e. getting current traffic conditions when leaving work).
Latitude View where your friends are on Google Maps.
Local
Maps
View places of interest and local businesses on Google
Maps.
Get easy-to-follow directions using Google Maps.
Messenger
Navigation
People
Text a person or group of people from your Google+ account with this messenging service.
Turn-by-turn navigation with live traffic, multiple visible layers and text-to-speech take you where you want to go.
Organize the people in your life with this contact manager, which syncs with your google mail account.
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Item
Talk
YouTube
Description
Chat with your friends, with text, sound and video.
View users’ video clips, and share and rate them on
YouTube.
*Note: Applications installed may vary according to your region.
Google Play
Note: Google Play may not be available in all countries and regions.
Note: You must activate a Google account before using Google Play. The first time you access Google Play, you must read and accept the Terms of Service.
Tap Play Store from the home screen or application menu to open Google Play.
Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and applications to enhance the functionality of your tablet.
Note: The contents and design of Google Play varies by region. For example, in some regions, you can also browse for and purchase movies, books, magazines, or music. Updates may add new categories or change how to navigate Google Play at any time.
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You can browse Google Play by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific application.
Once you have selected 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’s page and the tablet’s status area.
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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 APPS or WIDGETS sections of the Application menu.
Certain applications provide both an App and widgets, or only provide a widget (with
no application icon). See "Personalizing the Home screen" on page 15.
Uninstalling downloaded applications
Once you’ve downloaded and installed an application, you may uninstall the application from the APPS menu by pressing and holding the application icon and dragging it to the Uninstall trash can located at the top-left of the Home screen.
Note: Deleting an app from the Home screen only deletes the shortcut. See
"Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets" on page 15.
Alternatively, you can go to Settings from the application menu and select APPS.
Tap the application you wish to uninstall, tap Uninstall and confirm.
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.
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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.
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, etc.
Tap APPS > Play Music to open the application.
NOTE: Controls in Play Music change slightly depending on screen orientation
(i.e. portrait or landscape view).
Tap the Menu button and then Shuffle All cover to play a random selection, or tap an album view a list of tracks. Tap the play symbol or a track to start playback. Tap the Music icon in the top-left corner to return to the previous view.
To change how your music is displayed, swipe left or right.
Depending on your selection, your music library is displayed as a grid of album covers or a list of tracks.
Note: You can return to the Home page while playing music. The current track
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Managing people and contacts
Your tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory or your Google account.
Tap People from the Home screen or 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
synchronized automatically. See "Synchronization" on page 39.
Importing contacts
Tap the Menu button and select Import/export. Tap the option that describes where your 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. If you have multiple accounts, you will be asked which account you want to use to store the contact. The contact will be synchonized with that account.
You may now edit the new contact entry.
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Editing a contact
If you have opened a 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 image from your tablet’s picture gallery (select Gallery if requested). You may also take and crop a new photo.
Tap Done (top-left corner) 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.
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.
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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 synchronized 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: Back up your contacts before making any changes. Tap the
Menu button and select Import/Export. You may then Export your contact list to your tablet’s internal memory, or other options depending on installed applications.
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Using the camera and camcorder
Your tablet features a 2-megapixel, front-facing digital camera. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet.
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.
To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap Camera.
Camera icons and indicators
In the camera window, the controls on the right allow you to zoom, change settings or select camera or camcorder.
After you have taken a photo, a thumbnail in the top-right allows you to view the picture or video.
Icon Description
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.
Zoom out
You may only zoom out after you have zoomed in.
Take photo
After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in the top-right corner to view and share the photo.
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Icon Description
Options
Tap to see camera options.
Camcorder mode
Switches to the camcorder (video recorder).
Camera mode
Switches to the camera.
Panorama
Enters panorama mode allowing you to take a picture of a large area.
Camera options
Icon Description
White balance
Change the color balance to match the lighting: Auto, Incandescent,
Daylight, Fluorescent or Cloudy.
Exposure
Increase or decrease image exposure: +2, +1, 0, -1, -2.
Camera settings
Activate or change special settings: Store location, Picture size, Focus mode, Storage source and Restore defaults.
• Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the image information.
• Set the resolution of the image (VGA or QVGA, 1 MP or 2
MP).
• Use Internal Storage or the SD card (only available if a microSD card has been inserted).
Close options
Tap to close camera options.
Taking a photo
1. Ensure 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 top-right corner to view the photo.
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Camcorder icons and indicators
Tap the camcorder icon to switch to camcorder mode.
Icon Description
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 video.
Zoom out
You may only zoom out after you have zoomed in.
Start / stop recording
Options
Tap to see camcorder options.
Camcorder mode
Switches to the camcorder (video recorder).
Camera mode
Switches to the camera.
Panorama
Enters panorama mode allowing you to take a picture of a large area.
Camcorder options
Adjust camcorder options to obtain the best image:
Icon Description
White balance
Change the color balance to match the lighting: Auto, Incandescent,
Daylight, Fluorescent or Cloudy.
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Icon Description
Effects
Add ‘Silly faces’ effects to your video: Squeeze, Big Eyes, Big Mouth,
Small Mouth, Big Nose, Small Eyes. Also, change the backgrounds to your video: In space, Sunset, Disco, and Choose your own.
Time lapse interval
Shoot a slow motion ‘time lapse’ video, set the interval between single frames in this menu.
Video quality (rear)
Change the video resolution: HD (1080p), HD (720p), or VGA.
Note: 1080p is only available for the rear camera.
Camcorder settings
Activate or change special settings: Store location, Storage source and
Restore defaults.
• Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the video information.
• Use Internal Storage or the SD card (only available if a microSD card has been inserted).
Close options
Tap to close camcorder options.
Shooting a video
1. Ensure 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. Tap the record icon to begin recording.
4. Tap the record icon again to stop recording.
Supported formats
Type
Image
Video
Audio
Formats
JPEG
H.264 BP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263
AAC-LC, AMR-WB, AMR-NB
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 by tapping the thumbnail in the top-right corner of the screen. Alternatively, open the application menu and tap Gallery, then
Camera. Select the photo or video you want to view (videos are marked with a small play symbol).
From the Gallery you can share the file using various services. Tap Menu and then
Share.
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Note: Share options vary depending on the file type.
Advanced settings
Access Settings from the Application menu. Tap APPS, then Settings.
Wireless & Networks
Activating or deactivating connections
Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each connection has an ON/OFF switch that controls the connection. Tap an entry to manage your connection settings.
Alternatively, use the right side of the status bar to manage connection settings.
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, then under WIRELESS &
NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Here you can switch Bluetooth on or off, 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 which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices.
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Data Usage
The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to your tablet, either in total or for each App. This information is useful if you are using a metered service.
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.
To turn Airplane mode on or off, tap Settings, then under WIRELESS &
NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode.
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
This option enables you to connect to a private network, such as a secure work or office environment.
Add a VPN by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More...
> VPN > Add VPN network.
Device
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.
Item Description
Volumes Sets volume for Media, Alarm, and Notifications.
Default notification Sets a ringtone for Notifications.
Touch sounds Plays a sound whenever a screen selection is made.
Screen lock sound Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen.
Vibrate on touch Vibrates when pressing soft keys and on certain UI interactions.
Display
You can adjust your tablet screen settings by tapping APPS > Settings > Display.
Item
Brightness
Description
Adjusts screen brightness.
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Item
Wallpaper
Sleep
Font size
Description
Set the Home screen background image.
Sets a delay before the screen will be turned off.
Sets the font size so either more text is visible or the text is easier to read.
Apps
Closing an application
To close an active application, go to Settings > Apps. Tap the RUNNING tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select 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 top-left corner.
Note: You cannot uninstall applications that were pre-loaded on your tablet.
Alternatively, you can go to APPS > Settings and select Apps. 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.
Personal
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 People, Gmail, and Calendar, can sync data from multiple accounts. Others sync data only from the first Google Account you sign in to on your tablet, or from an account associated specifically with that application.
For some applications, such as People 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 > [Account] to manage the synchronization of individual accounts.
Some applications, such as Gmail and Calendar, have additional synchronization settings. Open the application and tap the Menu button (three dots) and then tap Settings.
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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 > Add account.
Changing language and text options
Set your location and language input preferences by tapping APPS > Settings >
Language & input.
System
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).
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. Do not press the power or reset button or access your tablet in any way during a system upgrade to prevent firmware installation failure.
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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 next to the multi-function connector.
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 Backup & reset > Factory data
reset; click Reset tablet and then Erase everything to format your tablet.
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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.
Aspect
Audio
Memory
Multimedia files
Question
Why is there no sound coming from the device?
Why do I have less than 1024 MB (1
GB)?
Why can’t I view my picture files?
Answer
If the headset is plugged into the device, the speaker is automatically shut off.
Disconnect the headset.
Check that the device volume setting is not muted.
Check that the volume control is not at its lowest setting.
A small amount of memory is reserved for system security.
System information and performance
Power
Storage
Why can’t I view my video files?
Why can’t I play my music files?
How do I check the
OS version of my device?
Where can I find my serial number ID?
I couldn’t turn on the device.
How do I check memory status?
You may be trying to view an image that
is not supported. Refer to "Supported
information.
You may be trying to view a video that is
not supported. Refer to "Multimedia" on
You may be trying to play a file that is not
supported. Refer to "Multimedia" on
Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to check the OS version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software information.
Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet >
Device Information.
The battery power may be depleted.
Recharge the device. Refer to "Charging
your tablet" on page 9 for more
information.
To check storage status, go to Settings >
Storage.
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Aspect
Unlock pattern
Question
I forgot my unlock pattern.
Answer
After five wrong entries, you can reset your unlock pattern. Tap Forgotten
pattern? and enter your Google account username and password.
Note: You must have an active
Google account on the tablet and an
Internet connection.
Heat The tablet heats up when charging or operating for a long period.
If this option is not available, please contact your local Acer service center.
It is normal for the device to heat up when charging. When charging is complete, it will return to its normal temperature.
It is also normal for the tablet to heat up during long periods of use, such as watching a video or playing a game.
All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release.
Other sources of help
For information on:
Up-to-date information regarding your tablet
Service enquiries
Refer to: www.acer.com
support.acer.com
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Specifications
Performance
• NVIDIA
®
Tegra
™
3 mobile processor with quad-core CPU and 5th batterysaver core
• System memory:
• 1 GB of RAM
• 8 GB of flash memory
Google Android
™
operating system
Display
• 7" WSVGA TFT-LCD capacitive multi-touch screen
• 1024 x 600 resolution
• 262K color support
Multimedia
• Micro HDMI
®
(Type D) output
• CD-quality stereo output
• Mono speaker
• Built-in microphone
Formats supported:
Type
Audio recording
Audio playback
Video recording
Video playback
Formats
AAC-LC, AMR-WB
AAC-LC, AAC, AAC+ (not raw AAC), AMR-NB, AMR-WB, MP3,
OGG Vorbis, WAV
H.264 BP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263 BP
H.264 BP, H.264 MP, H.264 HP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263 BP
USB connector
• Micro USB port
Power
• DC power-in (5.35 V, 2 A)
Connectivity
• Bluetooth 3.0 & A2DP support
• WiFi IEEE 802.11b/g/n
• GPS
Camera
• Front camera
• 2-megapixel
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• Fixed focus
Expansion
• microSD memory card slot (up to 32 GB)
Battery
• Rechargeable high density Li-polymer batteries: 3420 mAh (12.65 W)
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 power-demanding applications will shorten battery life between charges.
Dimensions
Height
Width
Thickness
Weight
Environment
Temperature
Operating: 0 °C to 35 °C
Non-operating: -20 °C to 60 °C
Humidity (non-condensing)
Operating: 20% to 80%
Non-operating: 20% to 80%
193 mm
126.5 mm
11.4 mm
390 g
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Key Features
- Slate Silver
- 25.6 cm (10.1") 1280 x 800 pixels
- NVIDIA Tegra 1 GHz
- 32 GB Flash Card reader integrated
- Front camera
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
- Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) 3260 mAh 5 h
- Android