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... tablet 10 Turning on for the first time 11 Using the touchscreen 12 The Home screen 12 Using the camera and camcorder 36 Camera icons and indicators 36 Taking a photo 37 Camcorder icons and indicators 38 Shooting a video 39 The onscreen keyboard 18 Advanced settings 40 Editing text 19 Wireless & Networks 40 Shutting down your tablet 22 Device 41 Connecting devices to your tablet 23 Connecting to AC power 23 Inserting a microSD Card...
... tablet 10 Turning on for the first time 11 Using the touchscreen 12 The Home screen 12 Using the camera and camcorder 36 Camera icons and indicators 36 Taking a photo 37 Camcorder icons and indicators 38 Shooting a video 39 The onscreen keyboard 18 Advanced settings 40 Editing text 19 Wireless & Networks 40 Shutting down your tablet 22 Device 41 Connecting devices to your tablet 23 Connecting to AC power 23 Inserting a microSD Card...
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... networking applications. You can : • Connect to the Internet. • Access your email while on the move. • Keep in touch with important data that you immediately register it is recommended that you ! See the User's Manual for the first time, it . 4 Features and functions Getting to know your product for the benefits of registration. Product registration When using your tablet Features and functions...
... networking applications. You can : • Connect to the Internet. • Access your email while on the move. • Keep in touch with important data that you immediately register it is recommended that you ! See the User's Manual for the first time, it . 4 Features and functions Getting to know your product for the benefits of registration. Product registration When using your tablet Features and functions...
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Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. 5 Setting up Unpacking your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia A1 • Setup poster • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box.
Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. 5 Setting up Unpacking your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia A1 • Setup poster • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box.
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... the Acer logo. Important: You must sign in to a Google Account to take advantage of the instructions as they are displayed. Briefly press the power button to restore existing settings from Google Play; If you do not want to wake it has entered sleep mode. You will not be used to use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other information. If you want to synchronize your Google account during setup. to...
... the Acer logo. Important: You must sign in to a Google Account to take advantage of the instructions as they are displayed. Briefly press the power button to restore existing settings from Google Play; If you do not want to wake it has entered sleep mode. You will not be used to use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other information. If you want to synchronize your Google account during setup. to...
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... and entering information. 12 Using the touchscreen Note: If you have been pre-installed on your finger to tap the screen. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Use your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play. Drag: Hold your tablet, or wake it from the Accounts settings section. The Home screen When you start your...
... and entering information. 12 Using the touchscreen Note: If you have been pre-installed on your finger to tap the screen. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Use your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play. Drag: Hold your tablet, or wake it from the Accounts settings section. The Home screen When you start your...
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... The Home screen Icon Description Battery is full Battery is charging Note: If your devices battery is on Receiving location data from GPS Syncing data SD card or USB storage is full Tablet is connected to PC via USB Application update available Sync is getting too hot, you fail to turn it off, it will be notified and advised to turn off New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing...
... The Home screen Icon Description Battery is full Battery is charging Note: If your devices battery is on Receiving location data from GPS Syncing data SD card or USB storage is full Tablet is connected to PC via USB Application update available Sync is getting too hot, you fail to turn it off, it will be notified and advised to turn off New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing...
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... Remove option appears at the top of the screen. After placing a Widget on the Home screen, tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to information that is important to you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will switch...
... Remove option appears at the top of the screen. After placing a Widget on the Home screen, tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to information that is important to you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will switch...
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... text. These settings include Auto-correction and keyboard sounds. As you want to select. If you can select and edit text in certain areas. The word list changes after every key press. Other applications may not support text selection, or only support it into your text. 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. Tap the...
... text. These settings include Auto-correction and keyboard sounds. As you want to select. If you can select and edit text in certain areas. The word list changes after every key press. Other applications may not support text selection, or only support it into your text. 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. Tap the...
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... taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is supported when using 2-thumb gesture. Note: Only portrait mode is in sleep mode. Additionally, Touch WakeApp can be tapped Adjusting Touch WakeApp settings 1. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. Tap the Touch WakeApp icon to change these applications. Tap ON to wake up your tablet, press the power button. Select your desired item. 4. Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to display Gesture Configure...
... taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is supported when using 2-thumb gesture. Note: Only portrait mode is in sleep mode. Additionally, Touch WakeApp can be tapped Adjusting Touch WakeApp settings 1. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. Tap the Touch WakeApp icon to change these applications. Tap ON to wake up your tablet, press the power button. Select your desired item. 4. Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to display Gesture Configure...
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.... Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device Download and install the latest USB driver on page 10. Visit www.acer.com for the latest drivers: Select Support, DRIVER DOWNLOADS. Using the micro USB to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into the card slot. This allows you to transfer your personal data to the computer. Inserting a microSD Card (optional) You may install a microSD Card to AC power See "Charging your tablet...
.... Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device Download and install the latest USB driver on page 10. Visit www.acer.com for the latest drivers: Select Support, DRIVER DOWNLOADS. Using the micro USB to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into the card slot. This allows you to transfer your personal data to the computer. Inserting a microSD Card (optional) You may install a microSD Card to AC power See "Charging your tablet...
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... view your network and enter a security password, if needed. Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you first started your tablet, or want to connect to a new network, tap APPS > Settings > Wi-Fi to the Internet. To enter a website address, tap the address box at the top of your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the Application menu and select Chrome. Enter the address using the keyboard...
... view your network and enter a security password, if needed. Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you first started your tablet, or want to connect to a new network, tap APPS > Settings > Wi-Fi to the Internet. To enter a website address, tap the address box at the top of your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the Application menu and select Chrome. Enter the address using the keyboard...
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... enter a Gmail account address and password when you can send emails, find directions to locations, search the Internet and even send a note to open multiple tabs. New tab Pinch to zoom in selected regions. Tap the microphone on a page to yourself using your tablet, follow the instructions. Tap and hold an item on the Home screen for voice searches. When the Speak now prompt is connected to switch pages. Setting...
... enter a Gmail account address and password when you can send emails, find directions to locations, search the Internet and even send a note to open multiple tabs. New tab Pinch to zoom in selected regions. Tap the microphone on a page to yourself using your tablet, follow the instructions. Tap and hold an item on the Home screen for voice searches. When the Speak now prompt is connected to switch pages. Setting...
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..., tap the thumbnail in taking photos and videos with your tablet. Camcorder mode Switches to the camcorder (video recorder). This section will take you have taken a photo or video, swipe the window from the right edge to the left edge to internal memory, not an external USB storage device. 36 Camera icons and indicators Using the camera and camcorder Your tablet features a front-facing and rear-facing...
..., tap the thumbnail in taking photos and videos with your tablet. Camcorder mode Switches to the camcorder (video recorder). This section will take you have taken a photo or video, swipe the window from the right edge to the left edge to internal memory, not an external USB storage device. 36 Camera icons and indicators Using the camera and camcorder Your tablet features a front-facing and rear-facing...
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...PIN on or off, set the tablet name and discoverability. Adjusting Bluetooth settings You can switch Bluetooth on both devices to exchange information between your connection settings. Wireless & Networks Activating or deactivating connections Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. You may be asked to scan for nearby devices. Bluetooth connections For all Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each connection has an ON/OFF switch that controls the connection. 40 Wireless & Networks Advanced settings Access Settings...
...PIN on or off, set the tablet name and discoverability. Adjusting Bluetooth settings You can switch Bluetooth on both devices to exchange information between your connection settings. Wireless & Networks Activating or deactivating connections Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. You may be asked to scan for nearby devices. Bluetooth connections For all Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each connection has an ON/OFF switch that controls the connection. 40 Wireless & Networks Advanced settings Access Settings...
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.... Switch your tablet off , tap Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > VPN > Add VPN network. Alternatively, you to connect to a private network, such as flight mode) to your tablet using a metered service. Device Sound Adjust the volume of your tablet, either in the status area. Plays a sound whenever a screen selection is displayed in total or for updates to make sure this is useful if you are supported. Item Volumes Default notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Data Usage The Data...
.... Switch your tablet off , tap Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > VPN > Add VPN network. Alternatively, you to connect to a private network, such as flight mode) to your tablet using a metered service. Device Sound Adjust the volume of your tablet, either in the status area. Plays a sound whenever a screen selection is displayed in total or for updates to make sure this is useful if you are supported. Item Volumes Default notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Data Usage The Data...
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... select Apps. Tap and hold a program icon from the notification area at the top of data you synchronize for many applications on your tablet. Item Brightness Wallpaper Sleep Font size Description Adjusts screen brightness. Tip: You can configure synchronization options for each account. Tap the application you are familiar with the Android operating system. Personal Synchronization You can enable or disable the screen rotation function...
... select Apps. Tap and hold a program icon from the notification area at the top of data you synchronize for many applications on your tablet. Item Brightness Wallpaper Sleep Font size Description Adjusts screen brightness. Tip: You can configure synchronization options for each account. Tap the application you are familiar with the Android operating system. Personal Synchronization You can enable or disable the screen rotation function...
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...: Downloading new firmware can download and install system updates, adding support for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System update > Check now. Do not press the power or reset button or access your tablet and any way during a system upgrade to prevent firmware installation failure. Clean boot A clean boot will restore your network speed. Note: When using the reset hole to reset your device, it a label (i.e., a name). Open Settings from the application menu, then tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset; Updating your tablet back on your tablet...
...: Downloading new firmware can download and install system updates, adding support for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System update > Check now. Do not press the power or reset button or access your tablet and any way during a system upgrade to prevent firmware installation failure. Clean boot A clean boot will restore your network speed. Note: When using the reset hole to reset your device, it a label (i.e., a name). Open Settings from the application menu, then tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset; Updating your tablet back on your tablet...
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... the device volume setting is there no sound coming from the device? Why can 't I play a file that is reserved for more information. Refer to check the OS version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software information. Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to "Charging your tablet, and gives easy answers and solutions to "Multimedia" on page 49 for more information. I view my picture files? 45 FAQ and troubleshooting This...
... the device volume setting is there no sound coming from the device? Why can 't I play a file that is reserved for more information. Refer to check the OS version (Kernel/build number) and other hardware and software information. Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to "Charging your tablet, and gives easy answers and solutions to "Multimedia" on page 49 for more information. I view my picture files? 45 FAQ and troubleshooting This...
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... delete installed apps or move media files to Settings > Storage. After five wrong entries, you can reset your Google account username and password. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to heat up when charging. I check memory status? The tablet heats up when charging or operating for the tablet to : www.acer.com support.acer.com It is complete, it will return to its normal temperature. and enter your unlock pattern. When charging...
... delete installed apps or move media files to Settings > Storage. After five wrong entries, you can reset your Google account username and password. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to heat up when charging. I check memory status? The tablet heats up when charging or operating for the tablet to : www.acer.com support.acer.com It is complete, it will return to its normal temperature. and enter your unlock pattern. When charging...
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... the Software and all such notices on any trademarks or service marks of Acer or of the applicable content owner and may be protected by or for such software to such software that may automatically check the version of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for ...TO THE SOFTWARE AND THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. To reproduce all copies thereof shall remain with any authorized copies you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to be automatically downloaded on your device. To use of such software that you make; LIMITATION ...
... the Software and all such notices on any trademarks or service marks of Acer or of the applicable content owner and may be protected by or for such software to such software that may automatically check the version of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for ...TO THE SOFTWARE AND THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. To reproduce all copies thereof shall remain with any authorized copies you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to be automatically downloaded on your device. To use of such software that you make; LIMITATION ...