Acer orporated A700 Tablet Computer User Manual User Guide
Acer Incorporated Tablet Computer User Guide
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User Guide
©2012. All Rights Reserved.
Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide
Model: A700/701
First issue: 4/2012
Version: 1.0
Acer ICONIA TAB
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number*: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
*Note: See “Card slot cover” on page 7 or “Where can I find my serial number ID?” on page 61.
Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting up
Unpacking your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting to know your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
LED 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using a cellular data network
(only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting connection settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Internet sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Going online
Managing Wi-Fi connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Browsing the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Setting up Gmail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Composing an email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Setting up the Email application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Online applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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
Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions
Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment
features. You can:
• Connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi or, if your tablet includes 3G features,
HSDPA+.
• Access your email while on the move.
• Keep in touch with your friends via your People and social networking
applications.
Product registration
When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately
register it. This 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 Acer.
Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!
How to register
To register your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Click Registration and
follow the simple instructions.
You can also register directly from your tablet by tapping the Registration icon.
After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with
important data that you should keep in a safe place.
Features and functions
Setting up
Unpacking your tablet
Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and
remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact
your dealer immediately:
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Acer ICONIA TAB A700/A701
Setup poster
Micro USB to USB adapter
AC adapter
Warranty card
Getting to know your tablet
Front view
No.
Item
Description
Touchscreen
10.1-inch, 1920 x 1200 pixel capacitive
touchscreen.
Light sensor
Detects ambient light and automatically adjusts
screen brightness.
Front-facing camera
A 1-megapixel camera for video chats and selfportrait images.
Left and right views
No.
Item
Description
Power button
Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to
turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press
and hold to turn the tablet off.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Connects to stereo headphones.
Micro HDMI (Type D)
connector
Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D
connector.
Card slot cover
Insert a microSD card into the slot under this
cover. See "Inserting a microSD card (optional)"
on page 25.
A SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) allows
you to access the Internet if you have a cellular
data subscription. The underside of the slot cover
contains the tablet’s serial ID number, which is
necessary when servicing.
Top and bottom views
1 2
5 6
No.
Item
Description
Volume control key
Increases and decreases the tablet volume.
Screen rotation lock
switch
Use this switch to lock the screen rotation or
allow the screen to match the tablet’s orientation.
Getting to know your tablet
No.
Item
Description
Microphone
Receives audio for video chats and Internet calls.
Speakers
Emits stereo audio.
Reset button
Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to
reset power to the tablet.
Multi-function connector
This is a multi-function connector featuring power
charging and hyper USB [host and slave] for data
transferring. See "Connecting devices to your
tablet" on page 25.
Back view
No.
Item
Description
Rear-facing camera
A 5-megapixel camera for taking high-resolution
images.
Microphone
Receives audio for video chats and Internet calls.
Speakers
Emits stereo audio.
LED Indicators
LED color
State
Off
Description
Tablet is off.
White
Steady
The tablet is booting up, waking up, or fully charged.
Orange
Steady
Tablet is charging.
Orange
Flashing
Charging error.
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your
tablet’s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription
before turning on your tablet.
See "Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on page 28.
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Using your tablet
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your
tablet’s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription
before turning on your tablet.
See "Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)" on page 28.
Charging your tablet
For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you can
recharge the battery as needed.
Note: Charger illustration is for reference only. Actual configuration may vary.
Assembling the power adapter
Place the plug-side of the power adapter over the adapter body.
Note: The sections will only fit one way
Once the pieces are connected, turn the plug-side clockwise until the it clicks into
place.
Connecting power
Connect the power connector to your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into any
AC outlet.
Warning: Only use the bundled power adapter to charge your device.
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Note: Your tablet does not support USB charging. It is normal for the tablet
surface to become warm during charging or long periods of use.
Turning on for the first time
To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until the tablet vibrates.
Wait a moment for your tablet to bootup. You will then be asked some questions
before you can use your tablet.
To start, tap to select your language and country, then tap Start. Follow the rest of
the instructions as they are displayed.
Note: If the tablet’s screen turns off, it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the
power button to wake it up. For more information, see "Waking your tablet" on
page 23
Sign in to or create a Google account
If you have Internet access, your tablet allows you to synchronize information with a
Google account.
During the start-up process, you may create or sign in to an account, which will be
used to synchronize your contact list, email, calendar and other information. If you
do not yet have Internet access, or do not want to use this feature, then tap Skip.
Important: You must sign in to a Google Account to use Gmail, Google Talk,
Google Calendar, and other Google Apps; to download applications from
Google Play; to back up your settings to Google servers; and to take advantage
of other Google services on your tablet.
If you want to restore existing settings from another device with Android 2.0 (or
later) installed, you must sign in to your Google account during setup. If you
wait until after setup is complete, your settings will not be restored.
Turning on for the first time
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Note: If you have multiple Google accounts, such as separate accounts for
personal and business contacts, you can access and synchonize them from the
Accounts settings section. See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 58.
Using the touchscreen
Your tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use
your finger to tap the screen.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options.
Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and
images.
Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item.
On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the
screen in the direction that you want to scroll.
The Home screen
When you start your tablet, or wake it from power saving, it will display the Home
screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with
widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and weather, or
provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Some have been preinstalled on your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play.
The Home screen already features some useful controls and information.
Application menu
Search
Navigation
Acer Ring
Time and Status
Search
To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap
the Google icon in the top-left corner.
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Simply enter the text you want to find. Tap the arrow or Enter key to search the
Internet, or tap one of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list.
Note: In order to search or browse the Internet, you must be connected to a
cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See "Going online" on page 32.
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search
request. See "Voice Search" on page 33.
Navigation
To navigate through menus and options, three (or
more) icons are shown in the bottom-left corner.
Back
Back
Home
Tap this icon to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a menu.
This icon may be replaced with the hide icon in certain cases (such as if
the keyboard or list of recent applications is shown).
Recent
Hide
Home
Tap this icon to go directly to the Home screen.
Recent
Tap this icon to see recently opened applications. Tap an application to open it, or
tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen.
Acer Ring
Tap this icon to display Acer Ring. This allows you to quickly and easily
access your favorite applications and bookmarks. See "Acer Ring - quick
launch" on page 14.
The extended Home screen
The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you more
room to add widgets or organize shortcuts. To view the extended Home screen,
swipe your finger to the left or right.
A total of five pages are available, two to the left and two to the right. To change or
add widgets on any of the screens see "Personalizing the Home screen" on page
18.
The Home screen
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Acer Ring - quick launch
Acer Ring allows you to quickly and easily access your favorite applications and
bookmarks. It incorporates a number of useful tools in an easy-to-use interface.
Tap the Ring icon at the bottom of the screen to display Acer Ring.
The left side of Acer Ring controls the volume and the right side shows Browser
bookmarks.
Four shortcuts around the centre of the ring start your favorite applications.
Note: Open APPS > Settings > Ring to change these shortcuts.
Screenshot
Tap the Screenshot shortcut to save an image of the current screen. Tap the
thumbnail to view the image immediately, or open the Gallery to see the
Screenshots album.
Search
Tap the center of the ring to Search your tablet or the Internet.
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The application menu
The application menu displays applications and widgets available on your tablet.
Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. If more applications are available,
an outline of the second page will be shown on the side of the screen. Swipe the
outline towards the center of the screen to switch pages.
Otherwise swipe to the left to see more Applications. When you are on the last page
of applications, swipe to the left to see widgets available on your tablet. See
"Personalizing the Home screen" on page 18.
Tap the Shop icon to open Google Play.
Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your tablet
can be different from the applications shown in illustrations.
Adding an application to a Home screen
Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to one of your Home screens. When you
select an icon, you are taken to the initial Home screen. You can drag the selected
icon to any extended home screen.
Status and notification area
Status and notification icons are shown in the
bottom-right corner of the screen.
This area contains a variety of icons to inform you of
your tablet’s status. The icons on the right side of the Time
clock indicate connectivity and battery status. The
left side of the clock displays the event notification
icons.
The Home screen
Wireless
reception
Battery
charge
status
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Tap the notification area to view more status
information. Control buttons enable you to tap
features on (blue) or off (white). Some event
summaries include controls below the main status
area, such as media controls if music is playing.
Status and notification icons
Connection icons
Note: Network connection icons are blue if you have an active Google account.
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Connected to a wireless network
(waves indicate connection
strength)
Bluetooth is on
An open wireless network is
available
Connected to a Bluetooth
device
Airplane mode (wireless
connectivity disconnected)
Battery status icons
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Battery is very low
Battery is full
Battery is low
Battery is charging
Battery is partially drained
Notification icons
Icon
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Description
Icon
Description
Alarm is set
Speaker is silenced
New Gmail message
Tablet microphone is off
New Google Talk message
GPS is on
Upcoming event
Receiving location data from
GPS
Song is playing
Syncing data
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
SD card or USB storage is full
Sync is on
Tablet is connected to PC via
USB
Problem with sign-in or sync
Application update available
Uploading data
System update available
Downloading data
Virtual private network (VPN)
status
Cellular data status icons (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Cellular signal strength
SIM card is invalid or not
installed
Connected to GPRS network
New/unread SMS/MMS
Connected to EDGE network
Problem with sending SMS/
MMS
Connected to 3G network
Carrier data use threshold
exceeded
Connected to HDPA network
USB tethering is activated
Connected to HSDPA network
Bluetooth tethering is activated
Roaming
Wireless tethering is activated
No signal
Multiple tethering or hotspot
connections are activated
Cellular data status icons
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Cellular signal strength
SIM card is invalid or not
installed
Connected to HDPA network
New/unread SMS/MMS
Connected to HSDPA network
Problem with sending SMS/
MMS
Roaming
Carrier data use threshold
exceeded
No signal
The Home screen
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Personalizing the Home screen
You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application
shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper.
Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets
To add shortcuts or widgets tap the APPS icon in the top-right corner of the Home
screen.
The APPS menu contains a list of shortcuts to applications you can drag to a Home
screen.
Tap WIDGETS to see small applications and links (such as custom shortcuts,
contacts or bookmarks) that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small
applications that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to
applications or special functions.
To move an App or Widget to the Home screen, tap and hold an item until it is
selected. The Home screen will open. Drag the item to any free area on the screen.
To move the item to a different Home screen, drag it to the side of the screen, the
Home screen will switch to the screen in that direction. Release the item when it is
positioned correctly.
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Resizing a Widget
Most widgets can be made larger, so you can give more space to information that is
important to you. After placing a Widget on the Home screen, tap and hold to select
it. Four diamonds will appear on each side, tap and drag the diamond until the
Widget is the correct size. Tap Back to finish.
Note: Not all Widgets can be resized.
Removing an item from the Home screen
To remove an item from the Home screen, tap and hold the item until
the Remove option appears at the top of the screen. Simply drag the
item to the Remove option.
Changing the Home screen image
Tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. You can choose from a set of
pre-formatted wallpapers, images stored in the Gallery, selected Wallpapers, or
Live wallpapers that feature animated or interactive backgrounds.
The onscreen keyboard
When you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. Simply tap
on keys to enter text.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ~ \ {
key to see more options. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters (if
available for that key), such as letters with accents or related symbols.
The layout of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on the application and
information that is required.
The onscreen keyboard
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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. These settings include Auto-correction and keyboard sounds and
vibration.
Predictive text or auto correction
The Android keyboard can provide predictive text input. As you tap the letters of a
word, a selection of words are displayed that continue the sequence of letters
tapped, or are a close match allowing for errors. The word list changes after every
key press. If the word you need is displayed, you can tap on it to insert it into your
text.
To turn predictive text on or off with the Android keyboard, tap the Input options
key, and then Android keyboard settings. Tap Auto correction or Show
correction suggestions and select one of the options.
Changing the keyboard
To use a different keyboard type, tap the Keyboard status icon; this will
open a menu listing the text input methods available on your tablet. Tap your
preferred input method.
Typically three options are available: Android Keyboard, Google voice typing and
XT9 Text Input. Select Configure input methods to add (or remove) keyboard
layouts or languages to this list.
XT9 Text Input
The XT9 keyboard provides an alternative to the Android keyboard.
Tap the ?123 button to see numbers and special characters, and then tap the ALT
key to see more options. Tap and hold a key to select alternative characters (if
available for that key), such as letters with accents or related symbols.
Additional keys vary depending on the type of text you enter, e.g. a key to add a
smiley is available when typing a text message. Like other keys, tap and hold to see
if additional options are available.
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Text assistance
The standard XT9 keyboard has various features that assist you to enter correct
text. To use these features, tap the Keyboard status icon; this will open a menu
listing the text input methods available on your tablet. Tap the settings icon next to
the XT9 Text Input entry.
Function
Description
Languages and
settings
Set word suggestion and key input (auto-correction)
settings.
Preferences
Set sound and vibration when pressing a key, autopunctuation or voice input.
Editing text
You can select and edit text in certain applications, such as text you have entered in
a text field. Selected text can be cut or copied and later pasted within the same
application, or to a different application.
Note: Certain applications may not support text selection, or only support it in
certain areas. Other applications may offer specialized commands to select
text.
Selecting text
To select text that you want to cut, copy, delete or replace:
1. Tap the text you want to select. If you can select this text, a cursor is inserted
below the text.
Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will be inserted.
2. Tap and hold the text or word you want to select.
The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection.
3. Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap Select
all.
4. To cut or copy the text, tap the CUT or COPY button.
Inserting text
To type new text or add text that you have copied:
Editing text
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1. Tap the text you want to select. If you can select this text, a cursor is inserted
below the text.
Note: The cursor indicates where text you type or paste will be inserted.
2. If the cursor is not in the desired position, simply drag it to the correct position.
If you previously copied (see below) text, tap where you want to insert the text. A
PASTE button appears briefly below the cursor. Tap the button to paste the text.
To replace a word, double tap the word. A PASTE button appears above the
word. Tap the button to paste to replace the text.
3. Modify the text: Type, paste or delete text.
4. Tap Enter on the keyboard (or tap
22
on the XT9 keyboard).
Locking your tablet
If you will not use your tablet for a while, briefly press the power button to lock
access. This saves power and ensures your tablet does not unintentionally use any
services. Your tablet will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To change
the delay, tap APPS > Settings > Display > Sleep.
Waking your tablet
If the screen is off and the tablet does not react to any taps on the screen, then it
has been locked and is in sleep mode.
To wake your tablet, press the power button. Your tablet will display the Lock
screen. To unlock the screen, press the lock button and follow the lock to the right
side of the circle.
Lock screen apps
To activate frequently used applications, press the lock button and drag to one of
four Lock screen apps on the left side of the circle. This unlocks the tablet and
opens that application immediately.
Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to change these
applications.
Security Options
For additional security, you may set a code or number that must be entered to
access the tablet, such as an unlock pattern (a set of dots that must be tapped in
the correct order). Open the Home screen and tap APPS > Settings > Security >
Screen lock.
Locking your tablet
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Note: If you forget an unlock pattern, please refer to "Unlock pattern" on page
62.
Shutting down your tablet
If you won’t use your tablet for an extended period of time, turn it off to save battery
power. To turn off your tablet (even when locked), press and hold the power button
for one second. You will then be asked to confirm the shut down. To force a
shutdown, press and hold the power button for four seconds.
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Connecting devices to your tablet
Connecting to AC power
See "Charging your tablet" on page 10.
Inserting a microSD card (optional)
You may install a microSD card to expand your device's storage space.
Note: Your tablet only supports microSD cards that use the FAT or FAT32 file
system.
1. Open the card slot cover.
2. Insert the microSD card as shown. Ensure that the microSD card is inserted all
the way into the card slot.
3. Replace the card slot cover.
microSD
Check card capacity in the SD CARD section of APPS > Settings > Storage.
Connecting a USB device to your tablet
USB devices are supported through the USB
port, such as a keyboard, mouse, game
controller, digital camera, or storage device
(including an Android smartphone acting as
external storage device). As most USB
keyboards, mice and game controllers are
designed for desktop computers and operating
systems, some keys may not function.
* Note: You must use the provided adapter to use these USB devices. The
adapter’s appearance varies depending on configuration.
Connecting to AC power
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Accessing files on a USB storage device
Note: Your tablet supports USB storage devices that use the FAT, FAT32 or
NTFS file systems.
You can access media files (photos, music and video) on USB storage devices with
your tablet's multimedia apps.
Caution: Before removing USB storage, make sure your device is not using
data on the USB storage device.
Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support
for additional USB devices. See "Updating your tablet’s operating system" on
page 59.
Transferring files between your tablet and a PC
Your tablet and any connected storage devices can be accessed from a PC with a
USB connection.
Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device
Download and install the latest USB driver on your computer before connecting
your tablet to the computer. Visit www.acer.com for the latest drivers: Select
Support, Download, ICONIA TAB. Select your tablet model, and then the Driver
tab, select USB and accept the download.
This allows you to transfer your personal data to or from your PC, using your PC’s
file explorer.
Using the micro USB to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the
other end into your computer.
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After a short delay, your tablet's internal memory will be visible as a Portable
Device in your PC’s file explorer. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your
tablet’s internal memory and any additional memory (SD card or USB devices)
attached to your tablet.
Connecting a Bluetooth device
Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please
check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional
Bluetooth devices.
For Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS &
NETWORKS tap Bluetooth.
Turn Bluetooth on and tap Search for devices to scan for nearby devices.
Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support
for additional Bluetooth devices. See "Updating your tablet’s operating system"
on page 59.
Accessories
For a complete list of accessories, visit store.acer.com.
Connecting a Bluetooth device
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Using a cellular data network
(only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
‘3G’, or data over a cellular network, is only available on models equiped with a SIM
card slot, or through a separate 3G modem (not supplied - available from your
mobile Internet provider, check for compatibility).
Important: Please check the information provided by your mobile internet
provider. Not all options and settings described in this section will be
available, and different applications may be provided.
Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for Internet access. To take full advantage of your
tablet’s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data subscription
before turning on your tablet.
1. Turn off the tablet by pressing and holding the power button.
2. Insert the SIM card as shown.
3. Replace the card slot cover.
Note: Ensure that the SIM card is inserted all the way into the card slot.
Caution: Turn off your tablet before installing or removing a SIM card. You may
damage the card or your tablet if power it still on.
Activating a new SIM card and PIN (3G models only)
If you are using a SIM card for the first time, it may require activation. Contact your
network operator for details on how to do this.
When you install a SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN.
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Important: Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN
each time you switch on the cellular data function.
SIM card lock
Your tablet may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM
card provided by your network operator.
To cancel the SIM lock, contact your network provider.
Note: If you need to turn the 3G network on or off see "Putting your tablet in
Airplane mode" on page 56 and "Activating or deactivating connections" on
page 55.
Adjusting connection settings
To manage your connection settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS
& NETWORKS select the option you want to change.
In addition to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth options, if your tablet includes 3G features, some
additional options are available:
Item
Description
Tethering & portable Shares your tablet’s mobile data connection via USB or as a
hotspot*
portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Mobile networks
Sets your options for connecting to mobile networks.
Internet sharing*
Shares your mobile data connection with the connected
computer.
* If available on your network.
Mobile Internet settings
Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Mobile
networks to adjust your network settings. You can turn data connection on or off
when roaming, restrict the connection to 2G networks only, specify a network
operator and define access point names.
Selecting a network
Your tablet will automatically detect your carrier/network settings when you insert a
new SIM card. However, you may prefer to manually select a network. This is often
a good idea when roaming.
Tip: When you are traveling, manually selecting a network may help to reduce
your roaming charges. Check with your service provider for the network offering
the most competitive rates at your destination.
Adjusting connection settings
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Disable data when roaming
You can prevent your tablet from transmitting data over other carriers’ mobile
networks when you are traveling and leave an area that is covered by your carrier’s
networks. This is useful for controlling expenses if your mobile data contract
doesn’t include data roaming.
1. Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Mobile
networks.
2. Tap Data roaming to disable it (remove the green tick).
Limit your data connection to slower networks
If your tablet connects to 3G mobile networks, you can extend your battery life by
limiting your data connections to slower, 2G networks (GPRS or EDGE). When you
are connected to a 2G network, you may want to postpone activities that transmit a
lot of data, such as sending, uploading, or downloading pictures or video, until you
are connected to a faster mobile or other wireless network.
1. Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Mobile
networks.
2. Tap Use only 2G networks.
Creating a new access point
When you need to add another GPRS/3G/EDGE connection on your tablet, obtain
the access point name and settings (including username and password if required)
from your service provider.
1. Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Mobile
networks > Access Point Names.
2. Tap an existing APN, or tap New APN.
3. Enter the APN settings. Tap an item to adjust it.
4. When you have finished tap Save.
5. If you want to use the new or edited APN, tap the APN in the list.
Important: Some providers and countries do not allow the use of a tablet as a
modem over HSDPA. Please check with your provider before attempting to do
so.
Internet sharing
Note: Internet sharing, or tethering, is not available on all networks. Check your
operator’s terms and conditions.
Tethering via USB
If you wish to share your mobile Internet connection with a computer, you can
connect your tablet to a PC using the supplied USB cable.
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1. Plug the micro USB to USB adapter cable into the multi-function connector on
your tablet.
2. Plug one end of a USB cable (not included) into the adapter and the other end
into an available USB port on your computer.
3. Alternatively, you can tap Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS &
NETWORKS and Tethering & portable hotspot tap USB tethering.
Wi-Fi hotspot
You can turn your tablet into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile Internet
connection with up to eight clients.
1. Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS and Tethering &
portable hotspot tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
settings.
2. Tap Configure Wi-Fi hotspot to set the Network SSID and adjust security
settings (such as adding a password).
3. Tap Save to finish.
Internet sharing
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Going online
Managing Wi-Fi connections
If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet, or want
to connect to a new network, tap APPS > Settings > Wi-Fi to manage your
connection settings. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi status icon in the bottom-right
corner of the screen.
If Wi-Fi is not on, tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your tablet to detect nearby
networks. Tap the name of your network and enter a security password, if needed.
Browsing the Internet
In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you must be connected to a
network with a connection to the Internet.
Using the browser
To start browsing, tap Browser on the Home screen, or open the Application menu
and select Browser. To enter a website address, tap the address box at the top of
the page. Enter the address using the keyboard and tap Enter (or tap
the XT9 keyboard).
To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the
browser then tap the bookmark icon in the top-right corner.
To view QR code containing the current website’s address, open the browser
then tap the QR code icon in the top-right corner.
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on
You may open multiple tabs. When a page is open, press the small tab with a plus
sign. Simply tap one of the tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages.
New tab
Pinch to zoom in or out of pages. Tap and hold an item on a page to open a
contextual menu.
Voice Search
With voice actions, you can send emails, find directions to locations, search the
Internet and even send a note to yourself using your voice. Tap the microphone on
the Home screen for voice searches. When the Speak now prompt is displayed,
state your command or query.
Note: Voice Search is available only in selected regions.
Setting up Gmail
1. Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet.
2. From the Applications menu tap Gmail.
If you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started
your tablet, follow the instructions.
Note: You need to activate a Google account before you can use Gmail.
Composing an email
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet.
Open the application menu and tap Gmail.
Tap the Compose icon (shown right).
Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message.
When you are finished composing your message, tap Send.
Setting up Gmail
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