E8300 First Edition July 2013 Notebook PC ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual
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Table of Contents About this manual......................................................................................................7 Conventions used in this manual.............................................................................. 8 Icons..................................................................................................................................... 8 Typography..............................................................................................................
Using the keyboard....................................................................................................52 Function keys.................................................................................................................... 52 Function keys for apps................................................................................................... 53 Windows®8 keys..............................................................................................................
Home Screen................................................................................................................89 Screen views.................................................................................................................90 Landscape view................................................................................................................ 90 Portrait view...................................................................................................................
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio............................................124 Hardware FAQs............................................................................................................125 Software FAQs..............................................................................................................128 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)............................................
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Parts This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Chapter 2: Getting Started This chapter shows you how to set up and use the different parts of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks. WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's data and components.
Safety precautions Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio This ASUS Transformer Book Trio should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your ASUS Transformer Book Trio on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
Caring for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your ASUS Transformer Book Trio using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Proper disposal Do not throw your ASUS Transformer Book Trio in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste.
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Getting to know your ASUS Transformer Book Trio Your ASUS Transformer Book Trio is made up of two major devices: the tablet and the PC station. When the tablet is docked on the PC station, both devices can be used as the ASUS Transformer Book Trio. If the tablet is undocked from the PC station, each can function as individual devices with their own set of features. The tablet contains the Android® operating system while the PC station contains Windows® 8.
Tablet The tablet of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio allows you to perform touch screen gestures while working on Windows® 8 or Android®. When detached from the PC station, the tablet can be used to work on Android® only. Top View Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use.
Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition. Touch screen panel This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio or tablet. It also allows you to operate your tablet using touch gestures.
Ports and slot Headphone output jack port (for Android® only) This port allows you to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to headphones while working on Android®. You can also use this port to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to an external microphone. PC station slots These slots are magnetic and align conveniently with the magnetic PC station tabs to securely attach the tablet. WARNING! • The PC station tabs are magnetized, please keep them out of children’s reach.
Micro USB 2.0 port (for Android® only) Connect the bundled micro USB to USB adapter into this micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port to charge the battery or supply power to your tablet. You can use this as a charging port while using the tablet as a separate device. When the tablet is used separately, you may also use this port to facilitate data transfers from an external device. MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD and microSDHC card formats.
Rear view IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this ASUS Transformer Book Trio. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera (for Android® only) The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos while working on Android®. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audios straight from your tablet.
Volume button Press this button to increase or decrease the volume. Power button The power button turns on your tablet, boots up Android®, and also resets your tablet when needed. Refer to the following scenarios when using your tablet’s power button: 20 • Press the power button to turn on your tablet and boot up Android®. • While working on your tablet, you can press the power button to put your tablet to sleep or wake it up from sleep mode.
PC station The PC station serves as an input device for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio via its keyboard and touchpad. It also provides access to Windows® 8 when the tablet is docked on it or while using an external display. Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per model, region, or country. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. PC station hinge This hinge allows you to connect the tablet to the PC station.
Tablet release button Press this button all the way in until the hinge unlocks the tablet from the PC station. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the PC station is turned on and running Windows® 8. It also blinks slowly when the PC station is in sleep mode. Power button The power button turns on your PC station, boots up the Windows® 8 system, and also resets your PC station when needed.
Operating system (OS) switch key The OS switch key is a special button on the PC station that allows you to conveniently switch between the Windows® 8 and Android® operating systems. This key only works when the tablet and PC station are connected and used as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the operating system (OS) switch key section in this manual.
Rear View PC station tabs The magnetic PC station tabs securely attach the tablet to the PC station. Attach the tablet to the PC dock by aligning the PC station slots on top of these tabs. Once attached, you can adjust the tablet according to your preferred viewing angle. WARNING! 24 • The PC station tabs are magnetic, please keep them out of children’s reach. • Magnetic fields generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer discs or tapes.
Right Side NOTE: The following ports can only be used in Windows® 8. Micro HDMI port (for Windows® 8 only) This port is for the micro HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Mini DisplayPort port (for Windows® 8 only) Use this port to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a DisplayPort or VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display.
USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+* (for Windows® 8 only) This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge mobile devices and can be used even while your ASUS Transformer Book Trio is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode*. Power (DC) input port (for Windows® 8 only) Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your PC station.
Left Side Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your PC station to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your PC station to an external microphone. USB 3.0 port (for Windows® 8) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. USB 2.0 port (for Android®) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.
Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the ASUS Transformer Book Trio's battery charge status. Refer to the LED Color Table below for more details. LED Color Table Color Status Solid Green The PC station is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Solid Orange • The PC station is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%.
Transforming your devices into an ASUS Transformer Book Trio To use both devices as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio, align the tablet with the PC station tabs as illustrated below. NOTE: The PC station slots and the PC station tabs contain magnetized parts. The pull between these magnets help align the tablet so that it is properly inserted into the PC station hinge.
Undocking the tablet from the PC station To use your tablet or PC station as separate devices, undock the tablet from the PC station as shown in the illustration below. A. Press the tablet release button to detach the tablet from the PC station. B. Pull out the tablet from the PC station hinge.
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Setting up your device Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio Refer to the following steps when setting up your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. 1. 32 Dock the tablet into the PC station.
2. Charge your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. B. Connect the DC power connector into your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s power (DC) input. Charge the ASUS Transformer Book Trio for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and ensure that it matches the input/ output rating information on your power adapter. Some ASUS Transformer Book Trio models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Book Trio is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the first time.
WARNING! Read the following precautions for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s battery.
3. Press the power button on your PC station. IMPORTANT! When using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio for the first time, ensure that the device is running on power adapter mode when you press the power button to unlock the BIOS settings.
Using the operating system (OS) switch key When the tablet and the PC station are used individually, they run using their respective operating systems. But when both devices are connected and used as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio, you can use Android® or Windows® 8 interchangeably using the operating system (OS) switch key. OS switch key To guide you through the process of switching between Android® or Windows® 8, pop-up menus appear whenever you press the switch key under the following scenarios: 1.
Using the tablet Refer to the following steps when using the tablet as a separate device. 1. 2. 38 If you need to charge your tablet, connect it to a power source through the following: A. Connect the micro USB cable to the power adapter. B. Plug the micro USB connector into your tablet. C. Plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. Press the power button on your tablet.
Using the PC station Refer to the following steps when using your PC station as a separate device. 1. Connect your PC station to an external display. 2. Connect your PC station to a power outlet: 3. A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. B. Connect the DC power connector into your PC station’s power (DC) input port. Press the power button on your PC station.
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad. NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only. The screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model. Touch screen gestures for Windows® 8 Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shuffle your running apps.
Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on the touch panel. Spread apart your two fingers on the touch panel. Top edge swipe Finger slide • In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view the All Apps bar. Slide your finger to scroll up and down and slide your finger to pan the screen left or right. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view its menu.
Touch screen gestures for Android® NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only. The screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model and the OS may vary depending on the Android® version. Drag/Tap and hold/Long press • To move an app, tap and hold the app and drag it to a new location. • To delete an app from the main screen, tap and hold the app and drag it up to the top side of the screen. • To capture a screen image, tap and hold .
Zoom in Zoom out Spread apart your two fingers on the touch panel to zoom in an image in Gallery, Maps or Places. Bring together your two fingers on the touch panel to zoom out an image in Gallery, Maps or Places. Swipe Tap/Touch Swipe your finger to the right or to the left on the touch panel display to switch between screens or to flip through the pages of an e-book or a gallery of images. • Tap an app to launch it. • In the File Manager app, tap to select and open a file.
Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can click or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
One-finger touchpad gestures for Windows® 8 Tap/Double tap • In the Start screen, tap an app to launch it. • In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.
Left-click Right-click • In the Start screen, click an app to launch it. • • In Desktop mode, doubleclick an application to launch it. In the Start screen, click an app to select it and launch the settings bar. You can also press this button to launch the All Apps bar. • In Desktop mode, use this button to open the rightclick menu. NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
Top edge swipe • In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge to view its menu. Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge to shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch your running apps. the Charms bar.
Two-finger touchpad gestures for Windows® 8 Tap Rotate Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. To rotate an image, place two fingers on the touchpad then turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or down. Slide two fingers to scroll left or right.
Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad. the touchpad. Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location.
Three-finger touchpad gestures for Windows® 8 Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to show all running applications. Swipe three fingers downward to show the Desktop mode. One-finger touchpad gestures for Android® Tap/Double tap • Single tap to select an item. • Double tap to launch item.
Two-finger touchpad gestures for Android® Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or down. Slide two fingers to scroll left or right.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the ASUS Transformer Book Trio into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Function keys for apps Your ASUS Transformer Book Trio also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch some featured apps. Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Launches the default camera application.
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Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of the Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Windows® 8 for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your PC station. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. 3. Carefully read the License Terms.
Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one place.
Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
Hotspot Action upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap on the recent app’s thumbnail to revert back to that running app. If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all running apps. lower left corner From a running app screen: Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the Start screen’s thumbnail to go back to the Start screen. NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Start screen.
Hotspot Action top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top side until it changes to a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to a new location. NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature. For more details, refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right corner 60 Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charms bar.
Working with Windows® apps Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Tap an app to launch it. Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press to launch an app.
Resizing apps 1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to reduce or to enlarge the app tile. Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap or . Unpinning apps 1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to unpin an app. Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then tap 62 .
Closing apps Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. 1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app’s screen, press ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual .
Accessing the Apps screen Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen.
Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard. 1. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the screen to launch the All Apps bar. 2. Tap to show all installed apps in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar. From the Start screen, press All Apps icon ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual then press to select the .
Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen panel or touchpad. 1. In the Apps screen, swipe down the app to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to pin the selected app on the Start screen. 66 1. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen. 2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. 3. Tap on the icon.
Charms bar The charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several charms that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Launching the charms bar NOTE: When called out, the charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above shows how the charms bar looks like once activated. Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the charms bar. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the charms bar. Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Press 68 .
Inside the charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.
Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
Using Snap Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s touch screen panel, touchpad or keyboard to activate and use Snap. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Tap and hold the app’s topmost part then drag it to the left or right side of the screen until the snap bar appears. 3. Launch another app. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Hover the mouse point on the top side of your screen. 3.
Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8.
Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual 73
Connecting to wireless networks Wi-Fi Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. NOTE: 5GHz is supported on selected models.
4. Tap/click Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. or 5. If you want to enable sharing between your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and other wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing and connect to devices. Tap*/click No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function.
Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetoothenabled devices. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with other Bluetoothenabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your touch screen panel* or touchpad as follows: 1.
4. or Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If they are the same, tap/click Yes to successfully pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with the device. NOTE: For some bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on. and tap/click . or . Press Turning Airplane mode off or 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode off. Press and tap/click . .
Connecting to wired networks You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection, using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s LAN port. NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection. To configure your settings, refer to the following procedures.
5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties. 6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically then tap OK. NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next. 9. Click Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect. 11. Click Close to finish the configuration. 12.
Configuring a static IP network connection 1. Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2 Tap Use the following IP address. 3. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider. 4. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap OK.
Turning your ASUS Transformer Book Trio off You can turn off your ASUS Transformer Book Trio by doing either of the following procedures: • Tap/click tap/click or from the Charms bar then > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • From the log-in screen, tap/click > Shut down. 82 • You can also shut down your ASUS Transformer Book Trio using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Shut Down from the dropdown list then select OK.
Putting your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to sleep To put your ASUS Transformer Book Trio on Sleep mode, press the power button once. You can also put your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to sleep mode using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK.
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Starting up for the first time When you turn on your tablet for the first time, a series of steps appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Android® operating system. To start your tablet for the first time: 1. Turn your tablet on. 2. Choose a language, then tap 3. Select an input method or keyboard format, then tap 4. . . From the list of available Wi-Fi networks, tap a network name then tap . To skip connecting to a network, tap .
Android® lock screen Unlocking your device Tap and drag to .
Entering Google Now Tap then drag it to Google icon. Google Now Google Now is your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's personal assistant, giving you instant updates on weather conditions, nearby restaurants, flight schedules, scheduled appointments, and other related information based from your web history, synced calendars and reminders.
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Screen views The built-in gravity-sensor of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio enables automatic screen rotations depending on how you hold it. You can quickly switch between a landscape or portrait view by steering your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to the left or to the right.
Locking the screen orientation By default, your ASUS Transformer Book Trio screen automatically changes its orientation from portrait mode to landscape mode or viceversa, depending on the way you hold your device. You can disable the auto-rotate screen function by following these steps: 1. File Manager 2. Gallery Tap on the Home Screen to open All Apps screen.
Connecting to the world Connecting to Wi-Fi networks Wi-Fi wireless networking technology allows you to exchange data wirelessly over a network.To use Wi-Fi, enable the Wi-Fi feature in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and connect to a wireless network. Some wireless networks are secured with a key or protected with digital certificates and requires additional steps to set up; others are open and you can easily connect to them. NOTE: • Turn Wi-Fi off when you are not using it to help save battery power.
Using Bluetooth Enabling or disabling Bluetooth in your device Bluetooth is a wireless standard used for exchanging data over short distances. Bluetooth exists in many products, such as smartphones, computers, tablet devices, and headsets. Bluetooth is very useful when transferring data between two or more devices that are near each other. The first time you connect to a Bluetooth device, you must pair it with your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Pairing your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with a Bluetooth device Before you can connect to a Bluetooth device, you must first pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to that device. The devices stay paired, unless you remove the paired connection between them. To pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a device: 1. File Manager Tap to go to the All Apps screen then tap Settings Play Store . Slide the Settings Bluetooth switch to ON. 2.
3. If your ASUS Transformer Book Trio has finished scanning before your Bluetooth device is ready, tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES. 4. In the list of available devices, tap the Bluetooth device that you want to pair with. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the pairing. If necessary, refer to the technical documentation that came with the device.
Unpairing and configuring a Bluetooth device To unpair or configure a Bluetooth device: 1. to go to the All Apps screen then tap Play Store . Slide the Settings Bluetooth switch to ON. Tap Bluetooth then tap beside the connected Bluetooth device that you want to unpair or configure. 2. Gallery Polaris Office MyLibrary Lite Camera Play Music Maps Email 3.
Managing Apps Creating app shortcuts Get easy access to some of your favorite applications by creating app shortcuts on your Home Screen. To create app shortcuts: 1. File Manager 2. Gallery Tap to go to the All Apps screen. Settings Play Store From the All Apps screen, tap and hold the app’s icon then drag it to the Home Screen.
Viewing app info You can view the detailed app information while creating a shortcut for the app. While holding an app on the All Apps screen, the display switches to Home Screen and the App info will appear on the top of the Home Screen display. Drag the app to App info to display its detailed information.
Creating app folder You can create folders to organize shortcuts on your Home Screen. To create an app folder: 1. On the Home Screen, tap and drag an app or shortcut onto another app until a black circle appears. NOTES: 2. • The created folder is shown in a black square. • You can add multiple apps in your folder. Tap the folder and tap Unnamed Folder to rename the folder.
y Lite e Viewing apps under the Recents screen The Recents screen allows you to view a list of app shortcuts based from your recently launched apps. Using the Recents screen, you can easily go back to or switch between the apps you recently launched. To access the Recents screen: 1. Tap on the system bar. 2. A list shows up to display all of your recently launched apps. Tap on the app you want to launch.
To view a recent app’s menu: 1. Tap and hold a recent app to display its menu. 2. To remove the app from the list, select Remove from list. To view its information, select App info. NOTE: You can also remove a recent app from the list by swiping it up or down.
Task Manager ASUS Task Manager displays a list of currently running utilities and applications, including their usages in percentages, on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. You can also open and close the running apps individually or close all apps and utilities at once using the One-click Clean function. To manage Task Manager: 1. File Manager to go to the All Apps screen then tap WIDGETS to Tap Settings Play Store display the Widgets menu. 2.
3. Swipe the list up and down to view all launched apps. 4. Tap beside the running app to close it. Tap One-click Clean to close all running apps at once.
File Manager File Manager allows you to easily locate and manage your data either on the internal storage or the connected external storage devices. Accessing the internal storage To access the internal storage: 1. Tap to go to the All Apps screen. Settings File Manager 2. Tap Gallery Polaris Office Play Store MyLibrary Lite > Internal Storage on the left panel to view the Camera Play Music Maps File Manager contents of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then tap an item to select.
Customizing your contents From File Manager, you can copy, cut, share and delete the contents of your device and the installed external storage device. When you customize a file or folder, tick the box beside the file or folder and the action bar appears on the upper right corner of the screen. Action bar Settings Settings screen allows you to configure the system settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Turning Android® off You can shut down your Android® operating system by doing any of the following: NOTE: The following steps also shuts down your tablet. However, the PC station should be turned off separately when the tablet is docked and used as part of your ASUS Notebook Trio. • Press the power button for about two (2) seconds and when prompted, tap Power Off then tap OK.
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The Power-On SelfTest (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. Boot This menu allows you to set your boot option priorities. You may refer to the following procedures when setting your boot priority. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. 1. Main Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
2. Press Main and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Sets the system boot order [Windows Boot Manager] Boot Option #1 Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : : ↑↓ Enter: +/— : F1 : F9 : F10 : ESC : Select Screen Select Item Select Change Opt. General Help Optimized Defaults Save & Exit Exit Version 2.
Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. It also allows you to control the access to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. NOTE: Main • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
To set the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in a password then press 3. Re-type to confirm the password then press . . To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the current password then press 3. Leave the Create New Password field blank then press . . 4. 112 Select Yes in the confirmation box then press .
I/O Interface Security In the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security I/O Interface Security Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] If Locked, LAN controller will be disabled. USB Interface Security Wireless Network Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen : Select Item ↑↓ Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt.
USB Interface Security Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] External Ports [UnLock] Bluetooth [UnLock] CMOS Camera Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface [UnLock] UnLock If Locked, all USB device will be disabled →← : Select Screen : Select Item ↑↓ Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt.
Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Setup Advanced Security(C) Save Exit Aptio UtilityBoot - Copyright 2011 &American Megatrends, Inc. Password Description Set HDD Master Password. If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup.
Save & Exit To keep your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Main Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes.
To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. 4. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
6. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L Series New BIOS Current BIOS Platform: TX300/TX200 Platform: Unknown Version: 101 Version: Unknown Build Date: Oct 26 2012 Build Date: Unknown Build Time: 11:51:05 Build Time: Unknown FSO FS1 0 EFI
FS2 FS3 FS4 [←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute 7.Troubleshoot By pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following: • Refresh your PC • Reset your PC • Advanced options Refresh your PC Use Refresh your PC if you want to refresh your system without losing your current files and applications. To access this during POST: 1. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Refresh your PC. 4.
Reset your PC IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option. Use Reset your PC to restore your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to its default settings. To access this during POST: 1. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Reset your PC. 4. In the Reset your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn more about using this option then tap Next. 5.
Advanced options Use Advanced options to perform additional troubleshooting options in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. To access this during POST: 1. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Advanced options. 4. In the Advanced options screen, select the troubleshooting option you wish to perform. 5. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the process.
4. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image file. 6. Type your account password then tap Continue. 7. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in an external device or DVD. 8. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the system image recovery procedure.
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Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio To help you maximize the use of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Hardware FAQs 1. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I turn on the ASUS Transformer Book Trio. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness.
4. 5. 6. My battery LED indicator does not light up. What’s wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is attached correctly. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to the power outlet and ASUS Transformer Book Trio. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why is my touchpad not working? • Press to enable your touchpad.
8. Why does audio still come out from my ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s audio speakers even if I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to configure the settings. 9. My ASUS Transformer Book Trio cannot do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on moving. What should I do? Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your touchpad while you type on the keyboard.
Software FAQs 1. When I turn on my ASUS Transformer Book Trio, the power indicator lights up but not my drive activity indicator. System bootup does not happen as well. What can I do to fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: 2. • Force shutdown your ASUS Transformer Book Trio by pressing the power button for more than four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly then turn on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
4. My ASUS Transformer Book Trio does not boot up. How can I fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: 5. • Remove all connected devices to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then restart your system. • Press F9 upon startup. When your ASUS Transformer Book Trio enters Troubleshooting, select Refresh or Reset your PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
6. How can I boot to DOS using my USB drive or ODD? Refer to the following steps: 130 a. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and enter BIOS by pressing F2 on your keyboard. b. Go to Boot > Launch CSM > Enabled. c. Go to the Security menu then set Secure Boot Control to Disabled. d. Press F10 to save changes and exit BIOS. e. Press and hold ESC to launch boot menu when your ASUS Transformer Book Trio restarts.
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DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to view DVD titles. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content.
Region Definitions Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia Region 3 Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam Region 4 Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, Ne
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and other disc file formats such as DVDs and CDs. Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their territories. Region B European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories; Australia and New Zealand.
Overview On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).
This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.
This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21. html 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a] • Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950] • Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’ exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’Industrie Canada définies pour un environnement non-contrôlé. Pour maintenir la conformité avec les exigences d’exposition RF d’IC, veuillez éviter tout contact direct avec l’antenne pendant l’émission. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre les instructions de fonctionnement spécifiques pour satisfaire la conformité aux expositions RF.
Radiation Exposure Statement: The product comply with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available.
Avertissement: Le guide d’utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées, notamment : (i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150-5 250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; (ii) le gain maximal d’antenne permis pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes 5 250-5 350 MHz et 5 470-5 7
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.
Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.
UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2. TV Notices Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente.
Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
CTR 21 Approval (for ASUS Transformer Book Trio with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French 150 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual
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ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements. Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.
EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR.
