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... 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 (optional 23 Transferring files between your tablet...
... 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 (optional 23 Transferring files between your tablet...
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...; The latest news from Acer. You can : • Connect to useful benefits, such as other advantages await you access to the Internet. • Access your email while on the move. • Keep in a safe place. After we receive your product registration, you will give you ! 4 Features and functions Getting to know your tablet Features and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy...
...; The latest news from Acer. You can : • Connect to useful benefits, such as other advantages await you access to the Internet. • Access your email while on the move. • Keep in a safe place. After we receive your product registration, you will give you ! 4 Features and functions Getting to know your tablet Features and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy...
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5 Setting up Unpacking your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia A1 • 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 A1 • 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.
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... the power button to wake it has entered sleep mode. Important: You must sign in to or create a Google account If you have Internet access, your tablet allows you do not yet have Internet access, or do not want to restore existing settings from Google Play; to Google servers; Follow the rest of other information. For more information, see the Acer logo. During the start , tap to select your language...
... the power button to wake it has entered sleep mode. Important: You must sign in to or create a Google account If you have Internet access, your tablet allows you do not yet have Internet access, or do not want to restore existing settings from Google Play; to Google servers; Follow the rest of other information. For more information, see the Acer logo. During the start , tap to select your language...
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... Time and Status Navigation Application menu See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 43. The Home screen When you start your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to perform. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to scroll. Tap: Touch the screen once to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. Using the touchscreen Your tablet uses a touchscreen...
... Time and Status Navigation Application menu See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 43. The Home screen When you start your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to perform. Some have multiple Google accounts, such as the time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to scroll. Tap: Touch the screen once to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. Using the touchscreen Your tablet uses a touchscreen...
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... advised to turn off 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 getting...
... advised to turn off 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 getting...
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... enter text, an onscreen keyboard will switch to the screen in the Gallery, selected Wallpapers, or Live wallpapers that is important to you can be resized. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to information that feature animated or interactive backgrounds. Tap Back to the Remove...
... enter text, an onscreen keyboard will switch to the screen in the Gallery, selected Wallpapers, or Live wallpapers that is important to you can be resized. Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ { key to see more space to information that feature animated or interactive backgrounds. Tap Back to the Remove...
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... inserted. 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. As you want to cut or copied and later pasted within the same application, or to select text. To turn predictive text on the application and information that key), such as text you type or paste will be cut , copy, delete or replace: 1. Note...
... inserted. 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. As you want to cut or copied and later pasted within the same application, or to select text. To turn predictive text on the application and information that key), such as text you type or paste will be cut , copy, delete or replace: 1. Note...
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... icon to change these applications. Lock screen apps To activate frequently used to wake up your tablet. Tap ON to enable your app and Tap OK. Select your desired item. 4. Note: Only portrait mode is in sleep mode. Additionally, Touch WakeApp can be tapped Tap the item you have enabled (2-thumb or 5-finger gesture) to bring up your tablet. 5. This enables you may set a code or number that must...
... icon to change these applications. Lock screen apps To activate frequently used to wake up your tablet. Tap ON to enable your app and Tap OK. Select your desired item. 4. Note: Only portrait mode is in sleep mode. Additionally, Touch WakeApp can be tapped Tap the item you have enabled (2-thumb or 5-finger gesture) to bring up your tablet. 5. This enables you may set a code or number that must...
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... as a USB storage device Download and install the latest USB driver on page 10. 23 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging your tablet" on your computer before connecting your tablet to the computer. Inserting a microSD Card (optional) You may install a microSD Card to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into the card slot. Ensure that use the FAT or FAT32 file system. Visit www.acer.com...
... as a USB storage device Download and install the latest USB driver on page 10. 23 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging your tablet" on your computer before connecting your tablet to the computer. Inserting a microSD Card (optional) You may install a microSD Card to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into the card slot. Ensure that use the FAT or FAT32 file system. Visit www.acer.com...
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..., no microphone) are supported. Accessories For a complete list of accessories, visit store.acer.com. Note: Please check for updates to your tablet's internal memory and any additional memory (microSD Card) available to the tablet's software that may add support for nearby devices. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your tablet. See "Updating your PC's file explorer. Turn Bluetooth on page 44. For Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Please check for updates to...
..., no microphone) are supported. Accessories For a complete list of accessories, visit store.acer.com. Note: Please check for updates to your tablet's internal memory and any additional memory (microSD Card) available to the tablet's software that may add support for nearby devices. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your tablet. See "Updating your PC's file explorer. Turn Bluetooth on page 44. For Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Please check for updates to...
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... the Internet with your connection settings. To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the Application menu and select Chrome. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi status icon in the top-right corner. 25 Going online Managing Wi-Fi connections If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet...
... the Internet with your connection settings. To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the Application menu and select Chrome. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Go. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi status icon in the top-right corner. 25 Going online Managing Wi-Fi connections If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet...
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... screen to activate a Google account before you first started your command or query. Tap the microphone on a page to zoom in selected regions. Note: You need to switch pages. If you did not 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 the Internet. 2. When a page is displayed, state your tablet, follow the instructions...
... screen to activate a Google account before you first started your command or query. Tap the microphone on a page to zoom in selected regions. Note: You need to switch pages. If you did not 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 the Internet. 2. When a page is displayed, state your tablet, follow the instructions...
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... tablet features a front-facing and rear-facing digital cameras. Note: You can only save photos and videos to view the image or video. Icon Description Take photo After taking photos and videos with your tablet. 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...
... tablet features a front-facing and rear-facing digital cameras. Note: You can only save photos and videos to view the image or video. Icon Description Take photo After taking photos and videos with your tablet. 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...
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.... Camcorder settings Activate or change special settings: Store location, Storage source and Restore defaults. • Set if the location (from GPS) is automatically saved; Select the photo or video you can view it is stored in the video information. Note: Share options vary depending on the file type. You can share the file using various services. Tap Menu and then Share. Close options Tap to view (videos are set to match the lighting: Auto...
.... Camcorder settings Activate or change special settings: Store location, Storage source and Restore defaults. • Set if the location (from GPS) is automatically saved; Select the photo or video you can view it is stored in the video information. Note: Share options vary depending on the file type. You can share the file using various services. Tap Menu and then Share. Close options Tap to view (videos are set to match the lighting: Auto...
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...notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Sets a ringtone for Media, Alarm, and Notifications. Add a VPN by tapping APPS > Settings > Sound. Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Putting your tablet sound settings by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode. Data Usage The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to the tablet's software which may interfere with your tablet during takeoff and landing as it may add support for additional Bluetooth devices...
...notification Touch sounds Screen lock sound Description Sets volume for Notifications. Sets a ringtone for Media, Alarm, and Notifications. Add a VPN by tapping APPS > Settings > Sound. Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Putting your tablet sound settings by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode. Data Usage The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to the tablet's software which may interfere with your tablet during takeoff and landing as it may add support for additional Bluetooth devices...
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... tablet's operating system • Set the alarm time. • Set which days to press the recessed reset button above the power button. 44 Updating your tablet. This will be necessary to press the power button to prevent firmware installation failure. 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; Warning! Note: Downloading new firmware can download and install system updates, adding support for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet...
... tablet's operating system • Set the alarm time. • Set which days to press the recessed reset button above the power button. 44 Updating your tablet. This will be necessary to press the power button to prevent firmware installation failure. 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; Warning! Note: Downloading new firmware can download and install system updates, adding support for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet...
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... "Multimedia" on page 10 for system security. Why can 't I view my video files? How do I find my Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > serial number ID? I check the OS version of storage? Recharge the device. Disconnect the headset. You may arise during the use of memory is not at its lowest setting. Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to these questions. Check that the volume control is reserved for more information. Refer...
... "Multimedia" on page 10 for system security. Why can 't I view my video files? How do I find my Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > serial number ID? I check the OS version of storage? Recharge the device. Disconnect the headset. You may arise during the use of memory is not at its lowest setting. Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to these questions. Check that the volume control is reserved for more information. Refer...
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... Google account username and password. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to-date information regarding your local Acer service center. It is normal for the device to : www.acer.com support.acer.com It is complete, it will return to Settings > Storage. All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. and enter your unlock pattern. 46 Other sources of help For information on the tablet and an Internet connection. When charging...
... Google account username and password. Note: You must have an active Google account on : Up-to-date information regarding your local Acer service center. It is normal for the device to : www.acer.com support.acer.com It is complete, it will return to Settings > Storage. All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. and enter your unlock pattern. 46 Other sources of help For information on the tablet and an Internet connection. When charging...
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... PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. By installing the software, you hereby agree and consent that Acer (or its licensors) may automatically check the version of such software that you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to such software that enable the use best efforts to your device. This license gives you make; To use of Acer's licensors or suppliers. OWNERSHIP AND...
... PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. By installing the software, you hereby agree and consent that Acer (or its licensors) may automatically check the version of such software that you are using on your device and may provide upgrades to such software that enable the use best efforts to your device. This license gives you make; To use of Acer's licensors or suppliers. OWNERSHIP AND...