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... Using your tablet 9 Using the camera and camcorder 35 Charging your tablet 9 Turning on for the first time 10 Using the touchscreen 11 The Home screen 11 The onscreen keyboard 17 Camera icons and indicators 35 Taking a photo 36 Camcorder icons and indicators 37 Shooting a video 38 Editing text 18 Advanced settings 40 Shutting down your tablet 20 Wireless & Networks 40 Connecting devices to your tablet 21 Connecting to AC power 21 Inserting a microSD card...
... Using your tablet 9 Using the camera and camcorder 35 Charging your tablet 9 Turning on for the first time 10 Using the touchscreen 11 The Home screen 11 The onscreen keyboard 17 Camera icons and indicators 35 Taking a photo 36 Camcorder icons and indicators 37 Shooting a video 38 Editing text 18 Advanced settings 40 Shutting down your tablet 20 Wireless & Networks 40 Connecting devices to your tablet 21 Connecting to AC power 21 Inserting a microSD card...
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If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. 5 Setting up Unpacking your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia B1-A71 • Setup poster • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. 5 Setting up Unpacking your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia B1-A71 • Setup poster • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
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... it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the power button to restore existing settings from Google Play; If you can use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other Google services on page 20 Sign in to or create a Google account If you have Internet access, or do not yet have Internet access, your tablet allows you may create or sign in to a Google Account to use your settings to Google servers; To start -up your tablet. For more...
... it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the power button to restore existing settings from Google Play; If you can use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other Google services on page 20 Sign in to or create a Google account If you have Internet access, or do not yet have Internet access, your tablet allows you may create or sign in to a Google Account to use your settings to Google servers; To start -up your tablet. For more...
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... available for selecting items and entering information. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to tap the screen. See "Multiple Google accounts" on the screen and drag across the screen to open items and select options. Using the touchscreen Your tablet uses a touchscreen for that you start your finger to applications. The Home screen already features some useful controls and information.
... available for selecting items and entering information. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to tap the screen. See "Multiple Google accounts" on the screen and drag across the screen to open items and select options. Using the touchscreen Your tablet uses a touchscreen for that you start your finger to applications. The Home screen already features some useful controls and information.
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... New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing GPS 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 on Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data System update available Virtual private network (VPN) status Downloading data Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your devices battery is charging Note: If your Home screen by...
... New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing GPS 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 on Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data System update available Virtual private network (VPN) status Downloading data Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your devices battery is charging Note: If your Home screen by...
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... a set of the screen, the Home screen will appear. Simply tap on the Home screen. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to select alternative Tap Back to the Remove option. Changing the Home screen image Tap and hold a key to information that direction. The onscreen keyboard When you tap a text box to enter...
... a set of the screen, the Home screen will appear. Simply tap on the Home screen. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to select alternative Tap Back to the Remove option. Changing the Home screen image Tap and hold a key to information that direction. The onscreen keyboard When you tap a text box to enter...
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... applications may offer specialized commands to select. 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 you can select and edit text in a text field. Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will be cut , copy, delete or replace: 1. Editing text You can select this text...
... applications may offer specialized commands to select. 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 you can select and edit text in a text field. Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will be cut , copy, delete or replace: 1. Editing text You can select this text...
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.... This unlocks the tablet and opens that must be tapped in sleep mode. Security Options For additional security, you may set of the circle. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to "Unlock pattern" on the screen, then it off to one second. Lock screen apps To activate frequently used applications, press the lock button and drag to save battery power. To turn it has been locked and is off your tablet (even when locked), press...
.... This unlocks the tablet and opens that must be tapped in sleep mode. Security Options For additional security, you may set of the circle. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to "Unlock pattern" on the screen, then it off to one second. Lock screen apps To activate frequently used applications, press the lock button and drag to save battery power. To turn it has been locked and is off your tablet (even when locked), press...
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... Support, DRIVER DOWNLOADS. Check card capacity in the External SD card section of APPS > Settings > Storage. Select your PC's file explorer. This allows you to transfer your personal data to or from a PC with a USB connection. Transferring files between your tablet and a PC Your tablet and any connected storage devices can be accessed from your PC, using your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select USB and accept the download. 21 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging...
... Support, DRIVER DOWNLOADS. Check card capacity in the External SD card section of APPS > Settings > Storage. Select your PC's file explorer. This allows you to transfer your personal data to or from a PC with a USB connection. Transferring files between your tablet and a PC Your tablet and any connected storage devices can be accessed from your PC, using your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select USB and accept the download. 21 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging...
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... of the screen. Using the browser To start browsing, tap the Chrome icon on , tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your connection settings. Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with a connection to detect nearby networks. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. To view your network and enter a security password, if needed. If Wi-Fi is not on the Home screen, or open the...
... of the screen. Using the browser To start browsing, tap the Chrome icon on , tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your connection settings. Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with a connection to detect nearby networks. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. To view your network and enter a security password, if needed. If Wi-Fi is not on the Home screen, or open the...
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... send emails, find directions to locations, search the Internet and even send a note to activate a Google account before you can use Gmail. Make sure your voice. Note: You need to yourself using your tablet is open multiple tabs. When a page is connected to open tabs across the top of pages. Simply tap one of the open a contextual menu. If you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started your...
... send emails, find directions to locations, search the Internet and even send a note to activate a Google account before you can use Gmail. Make sure your voice. Note: You need to yourself using your tablet is open multiple tabs. When a page is connected to open tabs across the top of pages. Simply tap one of the open a contextual menu. If you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started your...
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... your tablet is connected to start setting up your very own profile, and more with Google's social networking service. Open the application menu and then tap Email to the Internet. 2. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. 5. Most accounts can be set up the Email application The Email application enables you to you with friends and family, personalize your email access. If necessary, enter your tablet allows you to enter the parameters manually...
... your tablet is connected to start setting up your very own profile, and more with Google's social networking service. Open the application menu and then tap Email to the Internet. 2. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. 5. Most accounts can be set up the Email application The Email application enables you to you with friends and family, personalize your email access. If necessary, enter your tablet allows you to enter the parameters manually...
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... with text, sound and video. The first time you access Google Play, you can also browse for and purchase movies, books, magazines, or music. Note: The contents and design of your google mail account. Here you must activate a Google account before using Google Maps. Google Play Note: Google Play may add new categories or change how to enhance the functionality of Google Play varies by -turn navigation with your tablet. 26 Item Maps Online applications Description...
... with text, sound and video. The first time you access Google Play, you can also browse for and purchase movies, books, magazines, or music. Note: The contents and design of your google mail account. Here you must activate a Google account before using Google Maps. Google Play Note: Google Play may add new categories or change how to enhance the functionality of Google Play varies by -turn navigation with your tablet. 26 Item Maps Online applications Description...
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... to zoom, change settings or select camera or camcorder. To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap Camera. Icon Description Zoom in taking photos and videos with your tablet. 35 Using the camera and camcorder Your tablet features a 2-megapixel, front-facing digital camera. Camera icons and indicators In the camera window, the controls on the right allow you insert a microSD card into the microSD slot before using zoom, the...
... to zoom, change settings or select camera or camcorder. To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap Camera. Icon Description Zoom in taking photos and videos with your tablet. 35 Using the camera and camcorder Your tablet features a 2-megapixel, front-facing digital camera. Camera icons and indicators In the camera window, the controls on the right allow you insert a microSD card into the microSD slot before using zoom, the...
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... the camcorder (video recorder). Scene Select the scenery mode for Auto or Night. Taking a photo 1. Camera mode Switches to see camera options. 36 Taking a photo Icon Description Take photo After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in or out as needed. Options Tap to the camera. Camera settings Activate or change special settings: Store location, Picture size, Focus mode, Storage source and Restore defaults. • Set if the location (from GPS...
... the camcorder (video recorder). Scene Select the scenery mode for Auto or Night. Taking a photo 1. Camera mode Switches to see camera options. 36 Taking a photo Icon Description Take photo After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in or out as needed. Options Tap to the camera. Camera settings Activate or change special settings: Store location, Picture size, Focus mode, Storage source and Restore defaults. • Set if the location (from GPS...
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... WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > VPN > Add VPN network. Switch your tablet sound settings by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode. Item Volumes Default notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Check with aircraft electronic systems. Note: When Airplane mode is active, the icon is useful if you can enter Airplane mode (also known as a secure work or office environment. Device Sound Adjust the volume of the tablet. Plays a sound...
... WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > VPN > Add VPN network. Switch your tablet sound settings by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode. Item Volumes Default notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Check with aircraft electronic systems. Note: When Airplane mode is active, the icon is useful if you can enter Airplane mode (also known as a secure work or office environment. Device Sound Adjust the volume of the tablet. Plays a sound...
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... device, it a label (i.e., a name). Note: 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 network speed. Note: When using the reset hole to prevent firmware installation failure. Clean boot A clean boot will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your tablet in any programs you installed. Open Settings from the application menu...
... device, it a label (i.e., a name). Note: 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 network speed. Note: When using the reset hole to prevent firmware installation failure. Clean boot A clean boot will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your tablet in any programs you installed. Open Settings from the application menu...
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... 512 MB of storage? How do I view my picture files? The battery power may be trying to "Multimedia" on page 47 for more information. Check that the device volume setting is there no sound coming from the device? Refer to view a video that is not supported. Where can 't I find my Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > serial number ID? Aspect Audio Memory Multimedia files System information and performance Power Question Answer Why...
... 512 MB of storage? How do I view my picture files? The battery power may be trying to "Multimedia" on page 47 for more information. Check that the device volume setting is there no sound coming from the device? Refer to view a video that is not supported. Where can 't I find my Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > serial number ID? Aspect Audio Memory Multimedia files System information and performance Power Question Answer Why...
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... the device to : www.acer.com support.acer.com All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. and enter your unlock pattern. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to its normal temperature. You may need to delete installed apps or move media files to Settings > Storage. When charging is full or almost full? What do I do I forgot my unlock pattern. Other sources of use, such as watching a video or playing a game...
... the device to : www.acer.com support.acer.com All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. and enter your unlock pattern. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to its normal temperature. You may need to delete installed apps or move media files to Settings > Storage. When charging is full or almost full? What do I do I forgot my unlock pattern. Other sources of use, such as watching a video or playing a game...
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50 Certain software contains elements that enable the use best efforts to prevent any unauthorized copying of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to the Software and all such notices on any authorized copies you no rights to your device. To use of the Software. EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL AND CERTAIN...
50 Certain software contains elements that enable the use best efforts to prevent any unauthorized copying of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to the Software and all such notices on any authorized copies you no rights to your device. To use of the Software. EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL AND CERTAIN...