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... Indicators 8 Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models 9 Using your tablet Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models 10 Charging your tablet 10 Turning on for the first time 11 Using the touchscreen 12 The Home screen 12 The onscreen ...keyboard 19 Editing text 21 Locking your tablet 23 Shutting down your tablet 24 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power 25 Inserting a microSD card (optional 25 Connecting a USB device to your tablet 25 Transferring files between your tablet and a PC 26 Connecting a Bluetooth device 27 Accessories...
... Indicators 8 Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models 9 Using your tablet Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models 10 Charging your tablet 10 Turning on for the first time 11 Using the touchscreen 12 The Home screen 12 The onscreen ...keyboard 19 Editing text 21 Locking your tablet 23 Shutting down your tablet 24 Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power 25 Inserting a microSD card (optional 25 Connecting a USB device to your tablet 25 Transferring files between your tablet and a PC 26 Connecting a Bluetooth device 27 Accessories...
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Playing music and video Multimedia playback 39 Media server 42 Managing people and contacts Using the camera and camcorder Camera icons and indicators 46 Taking a photo 47 Camcorder icons and indicators 48 Shooting a video 49 Printing with the tablet Acer Print 50 Advanced settings Wireless & Networks 55 Device 56 Personal 58 System 59 Updating your tablet's operating system 59 Resetting your tablet 59 FAQ and troubleshooting Other sources of help 62 Specifications End user license agreement 4
Playing music and video Multimedia playback 39 Media server 42 Managing people and contacts Using the camera and camcorder Camera icons and indicators 46 Taking a photo 47 Camcorder icons and indicators 48 Shooting a video 49 Printing with the tablet Acer Print 50 Advanced settings Wireless & Networks 55 Device 56 Personal 58 System 59 Updating your tablet's operating system 59 Resetting your tablet 59 FAQ and troubleshooting Other sources of help 62 Specifications End user license agreement 4
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... from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. • The latest news from your People and social networking applications. Features and functions 5 How to register To register your tablet Features and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to the Internet via Wi-Fi...
... from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. • The latest news from your People and social networking applications. Features and functions 5 How to register To register your tablet Features and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to the Internet via Wi-Fi...
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... of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer ICONIA TAB A700/A701 • Setup poster • Micro USB to USB adapter • AC adapter • Warranty card Getting to know your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. A 1-megapixel camera for video chats and selfportrait images...
... of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer ICONIA TAB A700/A701 • Setup poster • Micro USB to USB adapter • AC adapter • Warranty card Getting to know your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. A 1-megapixel camera for video chats and selfportrait images...
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... or enter sleep mode; Item 1 Volume control key 2 Screen rotation lock switch Getting to match the tablet's orientation. 7 Use this cover. Left and right views 1 2 3 4 No. Top and bottom views 12 3 4 56 4 No. press and hold to turn the screen on/off . 2 3.5 ... slot cover Insert a microSD card into the slot under this switch to lock the screen rotation or allow the screen to know your tablet Description Increases and decreases the tablet volume. A SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) allows you have a cellular data subscription. The underside of the slot cover...
... or enter sleep mode; Item 1 Volume control key 2 Screen rotation lock switch Getting to match the tablet's orientation. 7 Use this cover. Left and right views 1 2 3 4 No. Top and bottom views 12 3 4 56 4 No. press and hold to turn the screen on/off . 2 3.5 ... slot cover Insert a microSD card into the slot under this switch to lock the screen rotation or allow the screen to know your tablet Description Increases and decreases the tablet volume. A SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) allows you have a cellular data subscription. The underside of the slot cover...
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... stereo audio. Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to reset power to your tablet" on page 25. 1 2 No. Charging error. 8 Emits stereo audio. This is charging. The tablet is off. Description Tablet is booting up, waking up, or fully charged. Item 1 Rear-facing camera 2 Microphone 3 Speakers LED Indicators LED color State Off...
... stereo audio. Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to reset power to your tablet" on page 25. 1 2 No. Charging error. 8 Emits stereo audio. This is charging. The tablet is off. Description Tablet is booting up, waking up, or fully charged. Item 1 Rear-facing camera 2 Microphone 3 Speakers LED Indicators LED color State Off...
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Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) Certain tablets include a SIM slot for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on your tablet. To take full advantage of your tablet's Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on page 28. See "Installing a SIM card (only for internet access. Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) 9
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) Certain tablets include a SIM slot for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on your tablet. To take full advantage of your tablet's Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription before turning on page 28. See "Installing a SIM card (only for internet access. Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) 9
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... pieces are connected, turn the plug-side clockwise until the it clicks into any AC outlet. Connecting power Connect the power connector to charge your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into place. Warning: Only use , you need to charge your... a SIM slot for internet access. Actual configuration may vary. Assembling the power adapter Place the plug-side of your tablet. See "Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on your tablet's Internet capabilities, you can recharge the battery as needed. To take full advantage of the power adapter over the...
... pieces are connected, turn the plug-side clockwise until the it clicks into any AC outlet. Connecting power Connect the power connector to charge your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into place. Warning: Only use , you need to charge your... a SIM slot for internet access. Actual configuration may vary. Assembling the power adapter Place the plug-side of your tablet. See "Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on your tablet's Internet capabilities, you can recharge the battery as needed. To take full advantage of the power adapter over the...
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... mode. Wait a moment for the first time To turn on page 23 Sign in to an account, which will be used to select your tablet, press and hold the power button until after setup is normal for the first time 11 Follow the rest of use. If you have Internet... access, or do not yet have Internet access, your settings to bootup. For more information, see "Waking your tablet" on your language and country, then tap Start. During the start , tap to synchronize your settings will then be restored. to use Gmail, Google Talk...
... mode. Wait a moment for the first time To turn on page 23 Sign in to an account, which will be used to select your tablet, press and hold the power button until after setup is normal for the first time 11 Follow the rest of use. If you have Internet... access, or do not yet have Internet access, your settings to bootup. For more information, see "Waking your tablet" on your language and country, then tap Start. During the start , tap to synchronize your settings will then be restored. to use Gmail, Google Talk...
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...screen, simply drag your finger up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform. Note: If you have been preinstalled on your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play. See "Multiple Google accounts" on the Internet, tap the Google icon in the direction that ...Use your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. Application menu Search Navigation Acer Ring Time and Status Search To search for applications, files or for personal and business contacts, you quick access to select text and images...
...screen, simply drag your finger up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform. Note: If you have been preinstalled on your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play. See "Multiple Google accounts" on the Internet, tap the Google icon in the direction that ...Use your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. Application menu Search Navigation Acer Ring Time and Status Search To search for applications, files or for personal and business contacts, you quick access to select text and images...
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... the Screenshot shortcut to save an image of useful tools in an easy-to display Acer Ring. It incorporates a number of the current screen. The left side of the ring to quickly and easily access your tablet or the Internet. 14 Tap the thumbnail to view the image immediately, or open the... Gallery to change these shortcuts. Search Tap the center of Acer Ring controls the volume and the right side shows Browser bookmarks. quick...
... the Screenshot shortcut to save an image of useful tools in an easy-to display Acer Ring. It incorporates a number of the current screen. The left side of the ring to quickly and easily access your tablet or the Internet. 14 Tap the thumbnail to view the image immediately, or open the... Gallery to change these shortcuts. Search Tap the center of Acer Ring controls the volume and the right side shows Browser bookmarks. quick...
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...notification icons are available, an outline of the second page will be different from the applications shown in the bottom-right corner of your tablet's status. When you are displayed in alphabetical order. Adding an application to a Home screen Tap and hold an icon to add a...left to see more applications are shown in illustrations. The application menu The application menu displays applications and widgets available on your tablet can drag the selected icon to any extended home screen. Applications are on the last page of the clock indicate connectivity and battery ...
...notification icons are available, an outline of the second page will be different from the applications shown in the bottom-right corner of your tablet's status. When you are displayed in alphabetical order. Adding an application to a Home screen Tap and hold an icon to add a...left to see more applications are shown in illustrations. The application menu The application menu displays applications and widgets available on your tablet can drag the selected icon to any extended home screen. Applications are on the last page of the clock indicate connectivity and battery ...
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... charging Notification icons Icon Description Alarm is set New Gmail message New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing Icon Description Speaker is silenced Tablet microphone is off (white). Tap the notification area to view more status information.
... charging Notification icons Icon Description Alarm is set New Gmail message New Google Talk message Upcoming event Song is playing Icon Description Speaker is silenced Tablet microphone is off (white). Tap the notification area to view more status information.
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Icon Description Icon SD card or USB storage is full Description Sync is on Tablet is connected to PC via USB Application update available Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data System update available Downloading data Virtual private network (...
Icon Description Icon SD card or USB storage is full Description Sync is on Tablet is connected to PC via USB Application update available Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data System update available Downloading data Virtual private network (...
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..., tap the Input options key, then select either Input languages or Android keyboard settings. this list. Tap your text. Additional keys vary depending on your tablet. XT9 Text Input The XT9 keyboard provides an alternative to see more options. Tap the ?123 button to see if additional options are available: Android...
..., tap the Input options key, then select either Input languages or Android keyboard settings. this list. Tap your text. Additional keys vary depending on your tablet. XT9 Text Input The XT9 keyboard provides an alternative to see more options. Tap the ?123 button to see if additional options are available: Android...
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... want to select text. Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will open a menu listing the text input methods available on your tablet. this text, a cursor is highlighted, with a tab at each end of selected text, or tap Select all. 4. Inserting text To type new text or add...
... want to select text. Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will open a menu listing the text input methods available on your tablet. this text, a cursor is highlighted, with a tab at each end of selected text, or tap Select all. 4. Inserting text To type new text or add...
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... if it has been locked and is in the correct order). Lock screen apps To activate frequently used after a while. To wake your tablet does not unintentionally use your tablet for a while, briefly press the power button to one of four Lock screen apps on the screen, then it is off and... you may set of dots that must be tapped in sleep mode. To change these applications. Waking your tablet 23 Locking your tablet If the screen is not used applications, press the lock button and drag to lock access. To unlock the screen, press the lock button and ...
... if it has been locked and is in the correct order). Lock screen apps To activate frequently used after a while. To wake your tablet does not unintentionally use your tablet for a while, briefly press the power button to one of four Lock screen apps on the screen, then it is off and... you may set of dots that must be tapped in sleep mode. To change these applications. Waking your tablet 23 Locking your tablet If the screen is not used applications, press the lock button and drag to lock access. To unlock the screen, press the lock button and ...
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You will then be asked to confirm the shut down your tablet If you forget an unlock pattern, please refer to save battery power. Note: If you won't use your tablet for an extended period of time, turn off to "Unlock pattern" on page 62. To force a shutdown, press and hold the power button for four seconds. 24 To turn it off your tablet (even when locked), press and hold the power button for one second. Shutting down .
You will then be asked to confirm the shut down your tablet If you forget an unlock pattern, please refer to save battery power. Note: If you won't use your tablet for an extended period of time, turn off to "Unlock pattern" on page 62. To force a shutdown, press and hold the power button for four seconds. 24 To turn it off your tablet (even when locked), press and hold the power button for one second. Shutting down .
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... supports microSD cards that the microSD card is inserted all the way into the card slot. 3. Connecting a USB device to your tablet" on configuration. As most USB keyboards, mice and game controllers are supported through the USB port, such as a keyboard, mouse, ... 10. Connecting to use these USB devices. Insert the microSD card as external storage device). Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging your tablet USB devices are * designed for desktop computers and operating systems, some keys may install a microSD card to expand your...
... supports microSD cards that the microSD card is inserted all the way into the card slot. 3. Connecting a USB device to your tablet" on configuration. As most USB keyboards, mice and game controllers are supported through the USB port, such as a keyboard, mouse, ... 10. Connecting to use these USB devices. Insert the microSD card as external storage device). Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power See "Charging your tablet USB devices are * designed for desktop computers and operating systems, some keys may install a microSD card to expand your...
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...the USB storage device. Transferring files between your tablet and a PC Your tablet and any connected storage devices can access media files (photos, music and video) on your computer before connecting your tablet's multimedia apps. Visit www.acer.com for updates to the computer. Note: Please... check for the latest drivers: Select Support, Download, ICONIA TAB. See "Updating your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select USB ...
...the USB storage device. Transferring files between your tablet and a PC Your tablet and any connected storage devices can access media files (photos, music and video) on your computer before connecting your tablet's multimedia apps. Visit www.acer.com for updates to the computer. Note: Please... check for the latest drivers: Select Support, Download, ICONIA TAB. See "Updating your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select USB ...