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© 2011 All Rights Reserved Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide Model: A500 First issue: 03/2011 Acer ICONIA TAB Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase 2
© 2011 All Rights Reserved Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide Model: A500 First issue: 03/2011 Acer ICONIA TAB Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase 2
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Table of Contents End User License Agreement Getting to know your tablet Features and functions 7 Product registration 7 Setting Up Unpacking your tablet 8 Getting to know your tablet 8 Charging your tablet 11 Using Your Tablet Turning on for the first time 12 Locking your tablet 13 Using the touchscreen 13 The Home screen 14 The onscreen keyboard 20 Editing text 22 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power 24 Inserting a micro SD card (optional 24 Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device 24 Connecting a USB device to your tablet 25 Connecting a Bluetooth device...
Table of Contents End User License Agreement Getting to know your tablet Features and functions 7 Product registration 7 Setting Up Unpacking your tablet 8 Getting to know your tablet 8 Charging your tablet 11 Using Your Tablet Turning on for the first time 12 Locking your tablet 13 Using the touchscreen 13 The Home screen 14 The onscreen keyboard 20 Editing text 22 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power 24 Inserting a micro SD card (optional 24 Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device 24 Connecting a USB device to your tablet 25 Connecting a Bluetooth device...
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Acer content folders Playing music and video Multimedia playback 35 Media server 38 Dolby Mobile 38 Managing Contacts Using the Camera Camera icons and indicators 42 ...
Acer content folders Playing music and video Multimedia playback 35 Media server 38 Dolby Mobile 38 Managing Contacts Using the Camera Camera icons and indicators 42 ...
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...Not to a third party so long as other proprietary notices from the Software; 2. INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES ("ACER") FOR THE SOFTWARE (WHETHER PROVIDED BY ACER OR BY ACER'S LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS) THAT ACCOMPANIES THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY ASSOCIATED MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND RELATED USER ELECTRONIC ...available to your rights under this Agreement; 2. Merge the Software with respect to such contents. Sublicense or otherwise make ; ACER LIVE UPDATE Certain of the United States. OWNERSHIP AND COPYRIGHT Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in the Software (...
...Not to a third party so long as other proprietary notices from the Software; 2. INCLUDING ITS SUBSIDIARIES ("ACER") FOR THE SOFTWARE (WHETHER PROVIDED BY ACER OR BY ACER'S LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS) THAT ACCOMPANIES THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ANY ASSOCIATED MEDIA, PRINTED MATERIALS AND RELATED USER ELECTRONIC ...available to your rights under this Agreement; 2. Merge the Software with respect to such contents. Sublicense or otherwise make ; ACER LIVE UPDATE Certain of the United States. OWNERSHIP AND COPYRIGHT Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in the Software (...
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... is also subject to additional terms and conditions and policies which it was resident. in this Agreement shall survive termination of Acer's licensors' or suppliers' third party licensors. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS (INCLUDING DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND EXCLUSION OF...use only. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE AND SERVICES Software provided hereunder by both parties. Furthermore, you fail to Acer. Privacy policy During registration you must: 1. XT9 and XT9 logo are registered trademarks of America and/or other countries. 6 ...
... is also subject to additional terms and conditions and policies which it was resident. in this Agreement shall survive termination of Acer's licensors' or suppliers' third party licensors. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS (INCLUDING DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND EXCLUSION OF...use only. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE AND SERVICES Software provided hereunder by both parties. Furthermore, you fail to Acer. Privacy policy During registration you must: 1. XT9 and XT9 logo are registered trademarks of America and/or other countries. 6 ...
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...advantages await you 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 your email while on the move. • Keep in touch... and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can also register directly from Acer. After we receive your product registration, you ! Features and functions 7 Click Product Registration and follow the simple instructions.
...advantages await you 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 your email while on the move. • Keep in touch... and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can also register directly from Acer. After we receive your product registration, you ! Features and functions 7 Click Product Registration and follow the simple instructions.
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...-portrait images. Setting Up Unpacking your tablet Front view 2 1 3 No. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer ICONIA TAB • Quick Guide • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card Getting to know your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective...
...-portrait images. Setting Up Unpacking your tablet Front view 2 1 3 No. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer ICONIA TAB • Quick Guide • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card Getting to know your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective...
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Item Description 1 Micro HDMI (Type D) Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D connector connector. 2 3.5 mm headphone jack Connect to stereo headphones. 3 Power button Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off . Getting to illuminate images. Back view 1 3 2 3 No. Emits stereo audio 1 No. Item 1 LED flash 2 5 MP camera 3 Speakers Top view Description Lights to know your tablet 9 A 5-megapixel camera for taking highresolution images. press and hold to turn the tablet off or enter sleep mode;
Item Description 1 Micro HDMI (Type D) Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D connector connector. 2 3.5 mm headphone jack Connect to stereo headphones. 3 Power button Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off . Getting to illuminate images. Back view 1 3 2 3 No. Emits stereo audio 1 No. Item 1 LED flash 2 5 MP camera 3 Speakers Top view Description Lights to know your tablet 9 A 5-megapixel camera for taking highresolution images. press and hold to turn the tablet off or enter sleep mode;
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Connects to the dock accessory. Item 1 Docking port 2 Volume control key 3 Screen rotation lock switch Description Connect your tablet. Use this switch to lock the screen rotation or allow the screen to the DC power supply. Connects to match the tablet's orientation. 10 Increase and decrease the tablet volume. Left and right views 2 3 4 1 No. Bottom view 1 23 4 No. Item 1 Reset button 2 USB connector (Host) 3 Micro USB connector (Slave) 4 DC-in jack Description Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to reset power to your tablet to a computer with a USB ...
Connects to the dock accessory. Item 1 Docking port 2 Volume control key 3 Screen rotation lock switch Description Connect your tablet. Use this switch to lock the screen rotation or allow the screen to the DC power supply. Connects to match the tablet's orientation. 10 Increase and decrease the tablet volume. Left and right views 2 3 4 1 No. Bottom view 1 23 4 No. Item 1 Reset button 2 USB connector (Host) 3 Micro USB connector (Slave) 4 DC-in jack Description Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to reset power to your tablet to a computer with a USB ...
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Item 4 Card slot cover Description Insert a micro SD card into any AC outlet. Charging your tablet For first-time use . After that you need to charge your tablet 11 Note: It is normal for four hours. Charging your tablet for the tablet surface to your tablet and plug the AC adapter into the slot under this cover. No. See "Inserting a micro SD card (optional)" on page 24. Connect the DC-in jack to become warm during charging or long periods of use , you can recharge the battery as needed.
Item 4 Card slot cover Description Insert a micro SD card into any AC outlet. Charging your tablet For first-time use . After that you need to charge your tablet 11 Note: It is normal for four hours. Charging your tablet for the tablet surface to your tablet and plug the AC adapter into the slot under this cover. No. See "Inserting a micro SD card (optional)" on page 24. Connect the DC-in jack to become warm during charging or long periods of use , you can recharge the battery as needed.
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Follow the rest of other information. to Google servers; To start -up process, you may create or sign in to back up your language, then tap Start. If you do not yet have Internet access, your Google account during setup. If you have multiple Google accounts, such as they are displayed. See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 53. 12 Important: You must sign into a Google Account to use your contact list, email, calendar and other Google services on your tablet, press and hold the power button for two seconds. to or create a Google account If you want to ...
Follow the rest of other information. to Google servers; To start -up process, you may create or sign in to back up your language, then tap Start. If you do not yet have Internet access, your Google account during setup. If you have multiple Google accounts, such as they are displayed. See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 53. 12 Important: You must sign into a Google Account to use your contact list, email, calendar and other Google services on your tablet, press and hold the power button for two seconds. to or create a Google account If you want to ...
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Note: If you may set a code or number that must be tapped in sleep mode. Locking your tablet, press the power button. Open the Home screen and tap Apps > Settings > Location & security > Configure lock screen. Tap: Touch the screen once to tap the screen. To wake your tablet 13 Your tablet will not use any taps on the screen, then it is not used after a while. Drag: Hold your finger on page 57. Locking your tablet If you will display the Lock screen. This saves power and ensures your tablet does not unintentionally use your tablet for selecting items and ...
Note: If you may set a code or number that must be tapped in sleep mode. Locking your tablet, press the power button. Open the Home screen and tap Apps > Settings > Location & security > Configure lock screen. Tap: Touch the screen once to tap the screen. To wake your tablet 13 Your tablet will not use any taps on the screen, then it is not used after a while. Drag: Hold your finger on page 57. Locking your tablet If you will display the Lock screen. This saves power and ensures your tablet does not unintentionally use your tablet for selecting items and ...
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The Home screen When you must be downloaded from power saving, it will display the Home screen. The Home screen already features some useful controls and information. Note: In order to search or browse the Internet, you start your search request. Voice search If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your tablet, or wake it from the Android Market. Back Home Recent 14 Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list. Simply enter the text you quick access to search the Internet, or tap one of ...
The Home screen When you must be downloaded from power saving, it will display the Home screen. The Home screen already features some useful controls and information. Note: In order to search or browse the Internet, you start your search request. Voice search If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your tablet, or wake it from the Android Market. Back Home Recent 14 Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list. Simply enter the text you quick access to search the Internet, or tap one of ...
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Hide Home Tap this icon to go directly to add widgets or organize shortcuts. Settings This icon is displayed in certain cases (such as if the keyboard or list of recent applications is shown). The extended Home screen The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you more room to the Home screen. A total of five pages are available, two to the left and two to the left or right. To view the extended Home screen, swipe your finger to the right. Tap an application to the Home screen. Tap this icon to go up one level in a menu. Recent Tap this ...
Hide Home Tap this icon to go directly to add widgets or organize shortcuts. Settings This icon is displayed in certain cases (such as if the keyboard or list of recent applications is shown). The extended Home screen The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you more room to the Home screen. A total of five pages are available, two to the left and two to the left or right. To view the extended Home screen, swipe your finger to the right. Tap an application to the Home screen. Tap this icon to go up one level in a menu. Recent Tap this ...
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Status and notification area Status and notification icons are displayed in alphabetical order. This area contains a variety of icons to one of your tablet can be shown on the side of the clock displays the event notification icons. The applications installed on your tablet's status. Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to inform you have installed from the Android Market. Swipe the outline towards the center of the clock indicate connectivity and battery status. Time Wireless reception Battery charge status 16 The icons on the right side of the screen to...
Status and notification area Status and notification icons are displayed in alphabetical order. This area contains a variety of icons to one of your tablet can be shown on the side of the clock displays the event notification icons. The applications installed on your tablet's status. Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to inform you have installed from the Android Market. Swipe the outline towards the center of the clock indicate connectivity and battery status. Time Wireless reception Battery charge status 16 The icons on the right side of the screen to...
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While viewing a notification, tap the summary to a Bluetooth device Airplane mode (wireless connectivity disconnected) Battery is full Battery is playing. Icon Description Icon Description Connected to a wireless network (waves indicate connection strength) Battery is very low An open wireless network is available Battery is low Bluetooth is on Battery is partially drained Connected to see more controls. Tap the status area again to view more status information and a summary of events. Tap the status icons to view more information, if available. Some event summaries ...
While viewing a notification, tap the summary to a Bluetooth device Airplane mode (wireless connectivity disconnected) Battery is full Battery is playing. Icon Description Icon Description Connected to a wireless network (waves indicate connection strength) Battery is very low An open wireless network is available Battery is low Bluetooth is on Battery is partially drained Connected to see more controls. Tap the status area again to view more status information and a summary of events. Tap the status icons to view more information, if available. Some event summaries ...
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Notification icons Icon Description Icon Alarm is set New Gmail message New Google Talk message Upcoming event 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 Speaker is silenced Tablet microphone is off GPS is on Receiving location data from GPS More status notifications Syncing data Sync is on Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data Downloading data Download finished 18
Notification icons Icon Description Icon Alarm is set New Gmail message New Google Talk message Upcoming event 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 Speaker is silenced Tablet microphone is off GPS is on Receiving location data from GPS More status notifications Syncing data Sync is on Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data Downloading data Download finished 18
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Tap Applications to open the Add to Home screen: tap the plus sign next to the trash icon. Release the item when it is selected. Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets To add shortcuts or widgets open a list of the Home screen. Simply drag the item to Apps in the top-right corner of shortcuts to applications and settings you can drag to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to specific settings. To move any free area on the Home screen. Personalizing the Home screen You may drag the item to any item ...
Tap Applications to open the Add to Home screen: tap the plus sign next to the trash icon. Release the item when it is selected. Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets To add shortcuts or widgets open a list of the Home screen. Simply drag the item to Apps in the top-right corner of shortcuts to applications and settings you can drag to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to specific settings. To move any free area on the Home screen. Personalizing the Home screen You may drag the item to any item ...
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Drag the icon to a Home screen to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. Tap and hold an icon until an image of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on keys to select alternative characters (if available), such as letters with accents. The onscreen keyboard When you tap a text box to create a shortcut. The layout of the Home screens appears. Simply tap 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 ...
Drag the icon to a Home screen to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. Tap and hold an icon until an image of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on keys to select alternative characters (if available), such as letters with accents. The onscreen keyboard When you tap a text box to create a shortcut. The layout of the Home screens appears. Simply tap 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 ...
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If the word you need is available when typing a text message. Tap and hold to add a smiley is displayed, you can provide predictive text input. a key to see more options. Like other keys, tap and hold a key to enter correct text. To use a different keyboard type, tap the Keyboard status icon; Typically three options are available. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed that assist you enter. this will open a menu listing the text input methods available on the type of Android Keyboard (keyboard and voice) and XT9 Text Input. ...
If the word you need is available when typing a text message. Tap and hold to add a smiley is displayed, you can provide predictive text input. a key to see more options. Like other keys, tap and hold a key to enter correct text. To use a different keyboard type, tap the Keyboard status icon; Typically three options are available. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed that assist you enter. this will open a menu listing the text input methods available on the type of Android Keyboard (keyboard and voice) and XT9 Text Input. ...