E6617 Eee Pad User Manual ME171 ASUS is devoted to creating environment-friendly products/ packagings to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment. The reduction of the number of the manual pages complies with the reduction of carbon emission. For the detailed user manual and related information, refer to the user manual included in the device or visit the ASUS Support Site at http://support.asus.com/ or the Eee Pad website at http://eee.asus.
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Table of contents Package Contents........................................................................................4 Your Eee Pad..................................................................................................5 Charging your Eee Pad..............................................................................8 Installing and removing a microSD card.............................................10 Installing the SIM card..................................................................
Package Contents Eee Pad Stylus (Capacitive) Headset Power Plug* USB Charger Micro USB cable nual User Ma MeMic (Bluetooth Headset) User Manual Warranty Card • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The power plug that comes with your Eee Pad may vary on country or region.
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1 Touch Screen Panel The touch screen panel allows you to operate your Eee Pad using the stylus or touch gestures. 2 Built-in Front Camera Use the built-in camera for picture taking, video recording, video conferencing, and other interactive applications. 3 Stylus Pen Compartment Safely store the stylus into this compartment. 4 Built-in Rear Microphone The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
9 Built-in Side Microphone The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 10 Power button Press and hold the Power button for four seconds to power on your Eee Pad. When the Eee Pad is powered on, press the Power button to put the Eee Pad into sleep mode or wake it up from sleep mode. If the system becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power switch for at least eight seconds to force the Eee Pad to shut down.
14 Micro USB Port (2.0) The Micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) port allows you to charge the battery of your Eee Pad using the USB charger or transfer data from or to your computer. Charging via USB: If you connect your Eee Pad to the USB port on the computer, the Eee Pad will be charged only when it is in sleep mode (screen off) or powered off. 15 Reset button Using a paper clip, press this button to reset the system to its factory default settings.
2. Connect the power adapter into the Eee Pad and to a power outlet. c d a b • Use only the power adapter that comes with your device. Using a different power adapter may damage your device. • Using the provided power adapter and USB cord to connect your Eee Pad to a power outlet is the best way to charge the Eee Pad. • The input voltage range between the wall outlet and this adapter is AC 100V–240V, and the output voltage of this adapter is DC 5V, 2A.
Installing and removing a microSD card To install a microSD card: 1. With the label side (usually the side with the card manufacturer’s name) face up, and the barcode/serial number side face down, insert the card into the microSD card slot at the Eee Pad’s left side. 2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. To remove the microSD card: 1. Tap the microSD card icon at the bottom right corner and click the disconnection button to safely remove the microSD card.
Installing the SIM card To install the SIM card: 1. Open the SIM card slot at the Eee Pad’s left side. 2. Insert the SIM card with its gold contacts facing down and the notched corner oriented to the lower part of the slot as shown. 3. Push the SIM card until it locks in place. Shut down your Eee Pad before inserting the SIM card to ensure that the SIM card works normally. Turning your Eee Pad ON To turn your Eee Pad ON: • Press and Hold the power button for four seconds.
Forcing your Eee Pad to shut down To force your Eee Pad to shut down: 1. If your Eee Pad is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least eight seconds to force the system to shut down. Shutting down your Eee Pad To shut down your Eee Pad: • Press the Power button for four seconds and tap OK on the shutdown confirmation message. Forcing the system to shut down may lead to data loss. Please ensure that you back up all your important data regularly.
1 Tap to launch Google text search. 2 Tap to launch Google Voice search. 3 Tap to launch the applications menu. 4 Tap to customize the Home screen. 5 Tap to configure an email account for the first time, and tap to read your e-mail messages in your Inbox folder. 6 Tap any of the shortcut icons to launch an application or a function. 7 Displays the notification area. 8 Tap to capture a screenshot. 9 Tap to display the history. 10 Tap to go back to the Home screen.
Using the stylus The stylus is a pen-like device that allows you to write, draw, or select items on your Eee Pad. • To prevent interference to the touch screen operation, do not rest your palm on the touch screen while using the stylus. • You can also use touch gestures in selecting items on the screen. For more details, refer to the next section Using the touch gestures.
Using the touch gestures Touch gestures are movements that you make with your fingers to select items or navigate around your Eee Pad’s touch panel. Use light pressure when making a touch gesture. Do not use any objects in place of your fingers or stylus pen to operate the touch panel. Doing so may damage or scratch the touch panel’s surface. Single tap • Tap once to select an item or launch an application. • Tap the selected file in the File Manager to Copy, Cut, Rename or Delete the selected file.
Setting up your Google Account Use your Google account to fully enjoy your Eee Pad's Android features such as GTalk, Gmail, Navigation, Android Market, and Maps. If you have not set up your Google account the first time you turned on your Eee Pad, follow these steps to set up your Google account: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps on the top right corner. 2. Tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account. 3. Tap Google accounts. 4. Key in your e-mail address and password, then tap Sign in.
Using your MeMIC The MeMic Bluetooth phone allows you to make and receive phone calls, send and receive messages, view your calendar, and play music files that are stored in your Eee Pad. Before using your MeMic, you have to pair it with your Eee Pad using the MeMic Manager. The MeMic is available with selected Eee Pad models. Ear speaker Send key Back key End/Power key Navigation/Enter keys Volume key Micro USB port for power charging Strap hole Microphone Headset jack To start using your MeMIC: 1.
2. From your Eee Pad’s Home screen, tap Apps on the top right corner. 3. Tap MeMic to launch MeMic Manager. If the Bluetooth function of your Eee Pad is turned off, a message appears requesting for permission to turn on bluetooth and continue pairing. 4. Your Eee Pad automatically starts pairing your MeMic. 5. Once paired, you will see Connected within the MeMic Manager. Tap MeMic quick manual for more instructions on using your MeMic.
Making calls • Ensure that your MeMic is paired with your Eee Pad. For details, refer to the previous section Using your MeMic. • When making or receiving calls, you can also connect the bundled headset to your MeMic’s headphone port. Making calls from the Dialer To make a call from the Dialer: 1. Turn on your MeMic. 2. From the Home screen, tap . 3. On the numeric pad, tap the numbers that you want to call. Your Eee Pad automatically shows the possible matches to your phone entry. 4.
Making calls from call history To make a call from call history: 1. Turn on your MeMic. 2. From the Home screen, tap . 3. Tap Call log to display your call history. 4. From the list, tap the contact that you want to call and tap also press the Call key on your MeMic. . You may 5. Use your MeMic or connect the headset to your MeMic to talk to the other person on the line. 6. To end the call, tap End on your Eee Pad or press the End key on your MeMic.
Making a Speed Dial call To call a Speed Dial entry: 2. Turn on your MeMic. 3. From the Home screen, tap . 4. On the numeric pad, tap the speed dial number of the contact that you want to call. 5. Tap Call on your Eee Pad or press the Call key on your MeMic. 6. Use your MeMic or connect the headset to your MeMic to talk to the other person on the line. 7. To end the call, tap End on your Eee Pad or press the End key on your MeMic. Answering calls To answer a call: 1. Turn on your MeMic. 2.
Using File Manager File Manager allows you to view and manages all your files in the internal and removable storage devices. To use File Manager: 1. From the Home screen, tap Apps on the top right corner. 2. Tap File Manager. The list of all your files in the internal and removable storage devices in your Eee Pad are displayed. 3. From the list, tap a folder to view its contents. Tap twice to view a file in your selected folder.
Notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
RF Exposure information (SAR) THIS MODEL MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your mobile device is radio transmitter and receiver. It’s designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines. These guidelines were developed by the independent scientific organization ICNIRP and include safety margins designed to assure the protection of all persons, regardless of age and health.
CE Mark Warning CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”. CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.
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