User’s Guides ❖ excite® Write User’s Guide ❖ excite® Pro User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118 in this guide.
User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118 in this guide.
2 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For the state of California only. Model: AT10PE - A Series Regulatory Information Protection of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data.
3 Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure When the transmitter and receiver on your device is powered ON, RF energy is received and transmitted. The power level your device transmits at is controlled by your network access while in communication. Your device is approved to the radio standard by the country/region listed in the approved countries table for the module installed in your device.
4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact Toshiba’s Support Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com.
5 Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
6 Specific Absorption Rate (IEEE) Your device is designed to be in compliance with Radio Waves exposure regulations and does not exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC). A substantial safety margin is set to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of health.
7 Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
8 Europe—Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.
9 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth® modules are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth® wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ ❖ Bluetooth® Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth® Special Interest Group. Logo certification with Bluetooth® wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth® Special Interest Group.
10 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth® wireless technology however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.
11 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. !2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
12 Trademarks App Place, Excite, PixelPure, TruNote, and TruPen are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Contents Introduction.......................................................18 This guide ............................................................ 19 Safety icons ......................................................... 19 Other icons used............................................ 20 Your device’s features and specifications ..... 20 Other documentation ........................................... 20 Service options .................................................... 21 Precautions ..................
14 Contents Taking care of your battery .................................. 29 Safety precautions ......................................... 29 Optimizing battery life .................................... 29 Maintaining your battery ................................ 30 Disposing of your device ..................................... 30 Using the device for the first time ........................ 31 Turning on the power .................................... 31 Setting up your device .............................
15 Contents Turning off the device .......................................... 56 Options for turning off the device .................. 56 Using Shut down mode ................................. 57 Using Sleep mode.......................................... 58 Managing your accounts ..................................... 58 Add an account.............................................. 59 Remove an account ....................................... 59 Navigation, Maps, and Local ...............................
16 Contents Chapter 4: Exploring the Features on your Device .... 89 Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet .............................................................. 89 Included TruPen™ and accessories .............. 89 Getting to know your TruPen™ ..................... 90 Navigating apps and settings ........................ 90 Configuring the TruPen™ side button settings..................................................... 91 TruNote™ application..........................................
17 Contents Downloading and installing System updates .................................................. 113 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility............................ 113 File browsing screen .................................... 115 Operation of files/folders.............................. 115 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong...................118 Problems when you turn on the device ............. 118 The operating system is not working................. 119 Internet problems..............................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia. With your Toshiba tablet device, you can watch movies, listen to your favorite music, read books, play games and do much more. NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
Introduction This guide 19 This guide This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet, which are powered by the Android™ 4.2, Jelly Bean. This product brings new features and performance enhancements to your device. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information.
20 Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the device. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Your device’s features and specifications Certain chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series.
Introduction Service options 21 Service options Toshiba’s standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent applications, application updates, and hardware options for your device, as well as other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118.
22 Introduction File management tips File management tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. As you work with data it exists in the device’s memory. This memory is called “volatile memory” because it is only active while the device is turned on. When you turn off the device, all the data remaining in volatile memory is lost. To help avoid data loss, save your work to Internal Storage or network storage.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your device. Please read and adhere to all safety information carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the device.
24 Getting Started Features and components Front Camera PixelPure™ Display (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. For more information, see “Using the camera” on page 105. Back Camera* Speaker Speaker *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. For more information, see “Using the camera” on page 105.
25 Getting Started Features and components Left side Headphone/Microphone jack microSD™ slot Micro USB port Speaker DC-In port Volume control button Micro HDMI® port (Sample Illustration) Left side view ❖ Headphone/Microphone—Allows you to listen to or record sounds onto your device. For more information, see “Using external speakers or headphones” on page 104. ❖ Volume control button—Allows you to increase/decrease the volume.
26 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Top Power button Internal microphone Internal microphone (Sample Illustration) Top view ❖ Internal microphones—Allows you to record sounds using the computer’s internal microphones or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. ❖ Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and hold the button for several seconds to turn the device ON/OFF.
Getting Started Battery Notice 27 Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
28 Getting Started Charging the battery Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the device is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. Charging the battery If the device is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it. Your device contains a rechargeable battery that may need to be charged prior to use.
Getting Started Taking care of your battery 29 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.
30 Getting Started Disposing of your device ❖ If you do not need them, turn off automatic syncing for Gmail™, Calendar, Contact, etc. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. ❖ If you know you will not be near a Wi-Fi® network for some time, switch to Airplane mode. For more information, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69. To check the battery charge level: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 31 Using the device for the first time The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Turning on the power To turn on the device: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all slots are empty. 3 Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.
32 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® network and a Google™ Account before setting up your device to take full advantage of your device’s features. 1 Connect to a power source using the provided AC adaptor. 2 To turn on your device, press and hold the Power ( ) button for several seconds. Your setup process begins.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 33 Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection After choosing your language, the “Select Wi-Fi” screen appears, displaying all available Wi-Fi® networks. (Sample Image) Select Wi-Fi screen 1 Touch the Wi-Fi® network you want to use and enter the key or password. 2 Touch Connect. Got Google™? A Google Account is required to access many of the powered by Android™ features, including Gmail™, backing up your data, etc.
34 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Yes—Sign in with an existing Google account and then follow the on screen instructions. (Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen ❖ No—Select if you do not have an existing Google account. Make it Google™ If you touched No, the “Make it Google” screen appears with two options: ❖ Get an Account—Touch if you do not already have a Google account and would like to create a new account. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time NOTE 35 Sign in to your Google Account now to restore settings that have been previously backed up (if applicable). If you wait until after setup, you will not be able to restore your settings. For more information, see “Backing up your data” on page 42.
36 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Just touch the right Arrow key to continue (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to... screen 2 The Google services screen appears.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 3 37 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. The “Setup complete” screen appears. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen 4 NOTE Touch Finish to complete the setup process. This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again. If the screen times-out: 1 Press the Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it.
38 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time The “Date & time” screen appears. NOTE If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears. (Sample Image) Date & time screen 1 Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and time. 2 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. NOTE This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 39 The “This tablet belongs to…” screen appears. (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to… screen There are two options in the “This tablet belongs to…” screen: ❖ Enter your information into the First and Last name fields, and then touch the right Arrow key. ❖ Touch the right Arrow key to continue (without entering the information). The “Google Services” screen appears.
40 Getting Started Using the device for the first time The “Setup complete” screen appears. Touch Finish to continue to the main Home screen. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen NOTE The setup may take several minutes to complete. If your screen times out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again. Waking the tablet If the screen times-out: 1 Press the Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 2 41 Touch and hold the Lock ( ) icon and drag it to the edge of the large circle surrounding it. The last screen viewed appears. Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections Wi-Fi®: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon and then select the Wi-Fi ( ) icon, if not previously turned on. The device scans for and displays all available Wi-Fi® networks. 2 Touch the Wi-Fi® network you want to connect to.
42 Getting Started Registering your Toshiba device Registering your Toshiba device NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ( ) icon.
Getting Started Backing up your data 43 Restoring your data using your Google™ Account If your data was previously backed up using this service you can sign in to your Google Account and choose to restore your settings from your Google Account to your device. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen Touch the right Arrow key to continue.
44 Getting Started Navigation and features Navigation and features Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touchscreen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device. Google™ search bar Notifications Voice recognition Time Status icons Home screens Clock Widget Apps icon System bar Memo Gallery button for TruNote™ Home Back TruNote™ Settings Recent apps (Sample Image) Home screen Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen.
Getting Started Navigation and features Icon 45 Name Description Home button Touch to return to the Home screen. Recent Apps button Touch to view the most recently view apps. Time display Located in the System bar to the left of the Status icons. Battery status icon Located in the System bar. Displays the status of the battery charge. Voice recognition button Touch to perform a voice-enabled search. Google™ search bar Touch to perform a search using the keyboard.
46 Getting Started Navigation and features Each Home screen may display icons for any of the following: ❖ Widgets ❖ Applications ❖ Bookmarks ❖ Games ❖ Thumbnails Your Home screen will contain other icons depending on how you have customized it. See “Customizing your Home screens” on page 53. Gmail™ icon—An example of an icon located on a Home screen is the Gmail icon. This shortcut, when touched, launches your Gmail webmail account.
Getting Started Navigation and features 47 Double-tap—Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, double-tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. Pinch—In some apps (such as Maps and Gallery), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in). Rotate the screen—In most apps, the orientation of the screen rotates with the tablet as you turn it.
48 Getting Started Navigation and features In some media apps, the System bar controls are replaced by dim dots while a movie, slide show, etc. is displayed. This increases the viewing space on the screen. Touch the dot that corresponds with the desired control, or touch a blank area of the System bar to restore the full view. At the top of the screen you will find the Google™ Search bar ( ), and next to that is the search by voice ( ) button. At the far upper-left you will find the Screen capture ( icon.
Getting Started Navigation and features 49 Most apps that send notifications, such as Gmail™ and the calendar, have their own settings. These settings can be configured to send notifications in different ways, with a sound or vibration, etc. See the documentation for those apps for details. You can open the Notifications list to view all of your current notifications. Opening a notification 1 Touch and swipe down the System bar on the upper-left of your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens.
50 Getting Started Navigation and features ❖ Progress bars that indicate the progress of currently downloading apps: 1 Touch a notification icon in the System bar. The notification’s summary panel opens. 2 Touch a notification in the Notification summary panel to open it in its application. It will then be cleared from the Notification summary panel. 3 To remove the notification without viewing it, touch its Close button.
Getting Started Navigation and features 3 Touch Screen Lock. 4 Touch Slide, Pattern, PIN, or Password. 51 Slide is the default screen lock option. If you touch Slide, you will be taken back to the Security screen. The next time you wake up your device from sleep, you will be taken to the Lock screen. At the Lock screen, you can either slide to left or to the right to unlock the system.
52 Getting Started Navigation and features ❖ Encryption is irreversible. The only way to revert to an unencrypted device is to perform a factory data reset, which will erase all your data. ❖ You must not interrupt the encryption process or you will lose some or all of your data. (See “Backup & reset settings” on page 78 and “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118).
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 53 Customizing your Home screens You can add Apps icons, Widgets, Bookmark shortcuts, and other items to any available free space on any Home screen. You can also change the Wallpaper. For more information on the Home screens, see “Navigation and features” on page 44. Adding an item to a Home screen 1 Open the Home screen you want to add the item to. For more information on using the Home screens, see “Navigation and features” on page 44.
54 Getting Started Customizing your Home screens Creating, naming, and removing folders Creating a folder Complete the following steps to create folders on your Home screen. 1 Locate the desired first app (on a Home screen) that you want to include in a folder. 2 Locate the second app (on the Home screen or in the app list). 3 Touch, hold, and drag the second app to the first app.
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 55 The name of the folder turns into a field you can type into. 2 Type the desired name. The folder is now renamed. (Sample Image) Named folder Removing a folder To remove folders from your Home screen: 1 Locate and open the folder (on a Home screen) that you want to remove. 2 Touch, hold, and drag all apps from the folder (on the Home screen or in the app list) to the Home screen. 3 Release the apps on the Home screen.
56 Getting Started Turning off the device Turning off the device It is a good idea to turn off your device when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the device for the first time, leave the device plugged into a power source (even though the device is off) to fully charge the battery. Options for turning off the device You have two options available for turning off the device: Shut down and Sleep mode. Each option has its advantages.
Getting Started Turning off the device 57 Using Shut down mode The Shut down mode completely shuts down the device without saving your data or the current state of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet. Always back up your data and settings before shutting down your tablet. To turn off your device using Shut down mode: 1 Press and hold the Power button. A pop-up screen appears, displaying three selections.
58 Getting Started Managing your accounts Using Sleep mode Your device will automatically time-out after a couple minutes of non-operation, placing it into Sleep mode. The screen dims and then darkens to conserve battery power. For more information on waking the tablet from Sleep mode, see “Waking the tablet” on page 40. To change the amount of time it takes for the display to darken, touch the Settings ( ) icon, and then the Display ( ) icon.
Getting Started Managing your accounts 59 Add an account Add multiple Google™ Accounts and Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Scroll down to the Accounts setting. The “Accounts” menu appears displaying a list of the current accounts. (Sample Image) Accounts screen 3 Touch the Add account ( ) icon.
60 Getting Started Managing your accounts 2 Scroll down to the Accounts setting. The “Accounts” menu, appears, displaying a list of the current accounts. 3 Touch the account you wish to delete. 4 Touch the Menu ( ) icon in the upper-right corner. (Sample Image) Removing an account 5 Touch Remove account from the dialog box to continue. The “Remove account?” confirmation screen appears. (Sample Image) Removing an account confirmation 6 Touch Remove account to continue.
Getting Started Navigation, Maps, and Local 61 Navigation, Maps, and Local To access Navigation, Maps, and Local: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. The “Apps” menu appears. 2 Touch the Navigation ( ) icon. Local ( ) icon, Maps ( ) icon, or the Do not use this device while driving. Navigation: Access turn-by-turn, spoken driving instructions with the free Google™ Navigation application (Beta).
62 Getting Started Factory data reset To uninstall items: 1 Select the item(s) you wish to delete. 2 Touch the Delete ( ) icon. To share items: 1 Select the item(s) you wish to share. 2 Touch the Share ( ) icon. Factory data reset This restores the device to the out of box state. All data on the device is erased, including system/application settings, user downloaded/installed applications and data such as photos, music, videos, contacts, etc.
Getting Started Caring for your device 63 Caring for your device This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your device. For information about taking care of your device’s battery, see “Taking care of your battery” on page 29. The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or abrasive objects or substances as screen may break or scratch if not handled properly. If you see a crack in the glass, discontinue use of the device to avoid injury.
Chapter 2 Settings Customizing your device’s settings You can customize the settings for the various functions on your Toshiba tablet, such as screen orientation, or sound settings. Apps and Settings menus This menu contains most of the tools you will need to customize and configure your tablet. Accessing the Apps and Settings menus To access the Apps menu: ❖ 64 Touch the Apps ( ) icon.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 65 The “Apps” menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Apps menu. Icon Name Description Settings Touch to open the Settings menu. Browser Touch to open and view Web sites. Chrome Touch to open and view Google™ Chrome Web browser. Gmail™ Touch to access your Gmail email account. Maps Touch to open the Maps app, see “Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61.
66 Icon Settings Customizing your device’s settings Name Description Navigation Touch to open the Navigation app, see “Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61. Gallery Touch to view the photos/videos you have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see “Using the camera” on page 105. Calendar Touch to view your Calendar. People Touch to view your Contacts. Calculator Touch to open the Calculator application.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 67 To access the Settings menu: ❖ Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. (Sample Image) Settings menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Settings menu. Icon Name Description Wi-Fi® Configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi®, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69.
68 Icon Settings Customizing your device’s settings Name Description Battery Displays battery status, see “Battery Notice” on page 27. Apps Touch to view and manage the installed applications, see “Apps settings” on page 74. Accounts Add, remove, and manage all of your accounts, and sync accounts to work together, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. Location access Touch to change the settings for location services, see “Location access settings” on page 72.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 69 Wireless and networks settings Use the Wireless & networks settings to configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi®, or Bluetooth®. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 41. The Wireless & Networks settings can also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device’s radios while in-flight.
70 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Visibility timeout—Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth® devices for a brief period of time. ❖ Show received files—Displays a list of files received via Bluetooth®. Sound settings The Sound settings can be configured to set the audio for media playback, notifications, and alarms with the desired volume level and notification sounds. You can also set audible feedback when touching or locking and unlocking the screen.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 71 ❖ Touch sounds—Select to hear a sound while touching the buttons, icons, and other onscreen items. ❖ Screen lock sound—Select to hear a sound when locking or unlocking the screen. Display settings You can change the Display settings for various things, such as orientation of the display or brightness level for energy conservation. To change the Display settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears.
72 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Brightness—Displays the Brightness control bar screen. To change the brightness level, deselect the Automatic brightness option. Then touch and slide the bar left or right to decrease or increase the screen brightness. ❖ Wallpaper—Select to change the wallpaper. ❖ Sleep—Displays a list of time interval settings that indicate the amount of time it takes for the screen to time-out.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 73 Security settings Use the Security settings to configure our tablet to help secure your tablet and its data. To change the Security settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Security ( ) icon. The “Security” menu appears. 3 Touch the item you want to change in the Security menu.
74 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Device administrators—Under Device administration, touch open a screen with a list of the applications you have authorized to be administrators for your tablet. This is typically an email, calendar, or other enterprise application that you granted this authority to, when you added an account hosted by an enterprise service that requires the ability to implement security policies on any devices that connect to it.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 2 Touch the Apps ( 75 ) icon. The “Apps” menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen 3 Touch item you want to change in the Apps menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Downloaded—Displays a list of the applications and other software downloaded on your tablet. ❖ Running—Displays a list of applications, processes, and services currently running. ❖ All—Displays all applications and software currently installed on your tablet.
76 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 2 Touch the Users ( ) icon. The “Users” menu appears. (Sample Image) Users menu screen 3 Touch Add user. The “Add new user” dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Add new user dialog box 4 Touch OK. The “Set up user now?” dialog box appears.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 5 Touch Set up now to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. 77 After the new user has been added, he/she will need to go through a setup process. See “Setting up your device” on page 32. NOTE Any user can accept updated app permissions on behalf of all other users. Accounts settings You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts settings. For more information, see “Managing your accounts” on page 58.
78 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 3 Touch the item you want to change in the Accounts menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Calendar—Touch to sync your calendar with your device. ❖ Contacts—Touch to sync your contacts with your device. ❖ Gmail—Touch to sync your Gmail with your device. While an account is selected, you can touch the Menu ( ) button to: ❖ Remove account—Touch to remove the account and all of its data.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 3 79 Touch the item you wish to change in the Backup & reset menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ NOTE ❖ Back up my data—Select to back up your personal data (Wi-Fi® passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google servers, with your Google Account. Your data can be restored to a new tablet the first time you sign in with your Google Account.
80 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Storage settings The Storage settings can be used to monitor the used and available space in your tablet’s internal storage or on a microSD™ Card inserted in your tablet. To change the Storage settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon. The “Storage” menu appears. 3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Storage menu. You can also view and manage the amount of storage used by your applications.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 81 Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Language—Select to open the Language screen, and then select your preferred language for use on your tablet. ❖ Spell checker—Select to enable/disable the autospelling correction. ❖ Personal dictionary—Select to open a list of the words you have added to the dictionary. Touch a word to edit it, or touch the red X next to a word to delete it.
82 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Touch & hold delay—Select to set the hold delay time between when you touch the item and when the item responds. Date & time settings Use the Date & time settings to configure your preferences for the way in which dates are displayed. To change the Date & time settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Date & time ( ) icon. The “Date & time” menu appears.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ 83 Use 24-hour format—Select to display the time using a 24-hour time format (i.e. 13:00, rather that 1:00). ❖ Choose date format—Select to open a screen to select the displayed date’s format. About tablet The About tablet menu displays information regarding your operating system software and hardware. To view the About tablet information: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.
84 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accessing the Notifications menu You can open the Notifications menu to view pending activity on your tablet. 1 Touch and swipe down from the upper-left corner of the screen in the System bar. The “Notifications” menu displays. (Sample Image) Notifications menu screen 2 Touch any open area of the display screen to close the Notifications menu.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 85 2 Touch the icon that corresponds to the setting you wish to change, and then select the setting you wish to change it to. 3 Touch any open area of the display screen to close the Quick Settings menu. The following are some of the icons you may find in the Quick Settings menu. Icon Name Description Airplane mode Touch to turn ON/OFF Airplane mode. Wi-Fi® Touch to view the current Wi-Fi® connections, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69.
Chapter 3 Working with Apps Downloading Toshiba Apps You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place icon. NOTE To download apps, you must be connected to the Internet. TOSHIBA Media Player The TOSHIBA Media Player is a multimedia player that allows users to experience outstanding multimedia viewing enjoyment. The TOSHIBA Media Player supports a number of multimedia content formats.
Working with Apps Apps 87 On the Media Player’s main screen, touch the Menu ( ) button. (Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen The menu may display the following options: ❖ Playback device—Opens the list of available playback devices ❖ Find network devices—Displays available network devices. ❖ Settings—Opens media player settings. ❖ Tutorial—Opens the media player tutorial. ❖ About—Displays version information, etc.
88 Working with Apps Apps Preinstalled Apps on your tablet Google Play™ Store, Gmail™, Maps, and YouTube™ apps are preinstalled on your tablet and the shortcuts for them may appear on your Home screen. You can move the icons for these applications to other Home screens to customize the look of your tablet, see “Moving an item from the Home screen” on page 53. You can install many more apps, widgets, games, etc. by visiting the Toshiba App Place™ or Google Play™ Store.
Chapter 4 Exploring the Features on your Device Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet The TruPen™ allows you to control your device as you would with gestures and allows you to write text or draw on the display, as you would with pen on paper. Included TruPen™ and accessories Your TruPen™ comes with additional accessories. It comes with one tip removal tool and three (3) additional tips, located inside the box with your Excite® Write tablet.
90 Exploring the Features on your Device Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet Getting to know your TruPen™ Your TruPen™ has 3 functions Eraser Side button Pen tip (Sample Image) TruPen™ Pen tip is used to write on your Excite® Write tablet digitizer screen. Side button is used to change pen type/color in the TruNote™ application. This feature may need to be enabled in the TruNote™ settings. The TruPen™ must be very close to the screen for this feature to function.
Exploring the Features on your Device Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet 91 Tap—Firmly tap the pen on the display without pressing the function button on the pen; a pen tap equals a finger tap. Tap and drag—Tap and drag the pen on the display; equals a finger tap and drag. Swipe Left, right, up and down, or drag—Drag the tip across your display.
92 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application TruNote™ application TruNote™ is a note taking application that allows you to create handwritten notes as well as write direct notations on web pages, photos, etc. These notes/pages can then be exported and used in other applications. Tap the TruNote™ ( ) icon to launch the application.
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application 93 Desktop The Desktop is the main screen for the TruNote™ application. You can manage all of your note folders, notes/pages, and Memo Gallery items in this view. TruNote™ navigation Tap To select, open, or close items and menus. Tap & hold & drag To select the item so that you can move it around on the Desktop or to the Drawer. Swipe To view all folders/notes/pages.
94 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application TruNote™ Desktop menu ( ) Desktop Menu (Sample Image) Desktop menu screen ❖ Tap the Desktop menu ( menu. ) icon to open the Desktop ❖ Tap anywhere in the Desktop to close the Desktop menu. ❖ Tap the Back arrow ( application.
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application ❖ Navigation keys settings ❖ License information ❖ Help 95 Drawer You can manage/store note folders and notes/pages you do not frequently use in the Drawer area. Note/Page Preview While in the Note/Page preview mode, you may be able to add/remove notes/pages, edit labels, and access other options. Note Folder Notes/Pages Desktop Menu (Sample Image) Note/Page preview menu NOTE Swipe the menu left or right for more options.
96 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application Add note/page—Adds a new note/page Edit—Edits the current note/page Delete—Deletes the current note/page Label—Displays the label window to add labels to your notes/pages Search—Opens a search window Properties—Opens the note/page properties window Note/Page Menu The following are some of the menu items that may be available while in the Note/Page menu: Note Preview—Returns to the note/page preview screen Add Page—Adds a new note/page Delete Pa
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings 97 Import—Opens the Import submenu Memo Gallery—Imports captured data from the TruNote™ Memo Gallery Gallery—Imports an image from the device’s Gallery Mail—Opens the default email app and converts the note/page to text in the email message NOTE Swipe menu to the left or right for more options.
98 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings 6 NOTE Select the pen type you would like to use or customize and tap again to access the pen settings. The active pen will already be selected. You can also change the pen types for select options and erase pens. (Sample Image) Pen edit options 7 NOTE 8 Select the color, thickness, and transparency values you want to use. The settings are automatically saved after a change is made. Tap the X button to close the Settings window.
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings 99 Eraser—Accesses Eraser options Undo—Undoes the last action Redo—Redoes the last action Select—Double-tap the Select icon to display the following available options: Selects the entire page Selects by rectangle Selects by free hand TruNote™ Memo Gallery NOTE The Memo Gallery button for TruNote™ may not be available in all applications.
100 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings Edit—Opens the selected TruNote™ screen capture, so that you can mark it up Thumbnail Selected TruNote™ screen capture Memo Gallery menu Back arrow Recent Apps Home (Sample Image) Memo Gallery Edit/Mark-up a TruNote™ Memo Gallery Screen Capture To edit/mark-up a TruNote™ screen capture image captured with the Memo Gallery button for TruNote™: 1 From the Desktop tap Memo Gallery. 2 Tap the TruNote™ screen capture you want to edit.
Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard 101 Using the onscreen keyboard Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the onscreen keyboard allowing you to enter text. Some apps open the keyboard automatically. The onscreen keyboard has a number of settings. For more information, see “Language & input settings” on page 80.
102 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard An insertion point tab ( ) appears where you touch the text field. If text has been previously entered you can drag the insertion point by its tab to move it to the location in the text line you wish to begin typing from. You may also select one or more words to copy, cut, and paste. NOTE 1 Not all applications support this function. Select the text you want to cut or copy.
Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard ❖ 103 Double-tap the Shift ( ) key to capitalize all of the letters you type. Touch the Shift ( ) key again to type in lower case. Underlined word Word suggestion (Sample Image) Word suggestion ❖ While typing, spelling suggestions and similar word suggestions appear just above the keyboard. Touch a word suggestion to use it in place of the underlined word in the text field.
104 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the built-in speakers 5 Touch the Delete ( ) key to erase the underlined text, or the Send ( ) button to accept the text. You can change the language you want to use by touching the Input Method ( ) button, or by going to the Settings menu, see “Language & input settings” on page 80. Using the built-in speakers Your tablet is equipped with internal speakers. To increase or decrease the volume, use the volume control buttons on the side of your tablet.
Exploring the Features on your Device Using the camera 105 To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the device’s volume control. Recording sounds You may record sounds using the internal microphones on the device or by connecting a headset. Using the camera Your device comes with a built-in camera on the front of the tablet.
106 Exploring the Features on your Device Using a microSD™ Card 2 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 3 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media Removing memory media Do not remove media while data is being written or read, or your data could be destroyed. To prepare the card for removal: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The Settings menu appears. 2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon. The Storage menu appears.
Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices 107 Adding optional external devices NOTE Not all devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of each device for compatibility.
108 Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Using external devices You can connect external devices to your device using the following available port: ❖ A Micro USB port—Supports data transfer. Micro USB port (Sample Illustration) External device port on the left of the tablet NOTE Not all USB devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of the USB device for compatibility.
Chapter 5 Utilities Your device includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter. NOTE The utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system.
110 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station app provides you with updates for both application and system software. It notifies you when new versions of your system software are available, and then prompts you to download and install them. To open TOSHIBA Service Station: 1 Touch the Apps ( 2 Touch the Service Station ( ) icon. ) icon. The TOSHIBA Service Station screen appears.
Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 111 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station Acceptance screen Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement.
112 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station Check for application updates During normal operations, the TOSHIBA Service Station will periodically check for updates to your system. This is done automatically. You will be notified with the TOSHIBA Service Station icon in the Status bar when new updates become available. You can also check for updates manually. Touch the Check for Updates button. The application will refresh the list of available updates. NOTE Connect the AC adaptor before updating.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 113 Downloading and installing System updates TOSHIBA Service Station downloads both application and system updates. System updates require the device to be rebooted during the update process. Installing a system update is similar to an application update, however you will be reminded that the device will automatically reboot during the update process. Make sure to close any applications and save all data prior to installing a system update.
114 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 5 Touch and hold a file or folder to enter selecting mode. Then touch the files/folders you wish to back up, or touch Select All from the selected items count drop-down menu located at the top left corner of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items The specific file or folder you have selected will highlight with a checkbox in the upper right hand corner to signify that it has been selected for manipulation.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 8 115 Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then touch the Paste ( ) icon in the action bar located at the top right corner of the screen. The files are copied to the microSD™ Card. File browsing screen The available options in the File browsing screen are: ❖ Device—Internal storage and microSD™ Card are displayed. ❖ Path—The device name is displayed on the left side of the screen, and the relative path is displayed on the right.
116 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Icon Name Description Delete Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the Delete icon to permanently delete the item from the location it is currently in. The system will prompt you to make sure this is what you want to do. Change View This option allows the user to change the view from one in which items are shown in three columns and as many rows as needed to a single column list view.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 117 Storage structure The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen: Icon NOTE Name Description Internal storage Displays the file content of the device’s internal storage, (excluding system files). microSD™ Card Displays the file content of the microSD™ Card that is inserted into the microSD™ Card slot. Screen Capture Displays the file content of the screen captured images.
Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems when you turn on the device These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The device will not start.
If Something Goes Wrong The operating system is not working 119 The operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the Home screens and used to the way the operating system responds, you can easily detect if the it is not working correctly.
120 If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries Power and the batteries Your device receives its power through the AC adaptor or from the system battery. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor will neither power the device nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC adaptor works correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the device is consuming full power. Try turning off the device.
If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems 121 Small bright dots appear on your screen when you turn on your device. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your device. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
122 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance ❖ Verify that your device can detect access points or routers. If it can detect a Wi-Fi® access point or router then it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that the signal strength is good. ❖ If another device is on the same network, verify that it has network access, and can connect to the Internet. If, for example, the other device cannot browse to a public Web site, the ISP’s (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 123 Contacting Toshiba Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your device, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site us.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories.toshiba.
124 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Appendix A Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved BS approved Australia AS approved 125 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide.
Glossary 127 IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O Input/Output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet Service Provider KB kilobyte LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MB megabyte RAM Random Access Memory RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read-Only Memory RTC Real-Time Clock SD Secure Digital TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network www World Wide Web WLAN Wireless Local Are
128 Glossary adapter—A device that provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the tablet’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a controller.
Glossary 129 boot—To start the tablet. The term “boot” originates from bootstrap program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a program that loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot. bus—An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the tablet, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
130 Glossary CPU—See Central Processing Unit (CPU). CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the tablet’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache. cursor—An onscreen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. D default—The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting.
Glossary 131 executable file—A program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat, .exe, or .apk extension. expansion device—A device that connects to a tablet to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension—See file extension. external device—See device.
132 Glossary HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)—An interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than analog signal. hot swapping—The ability to add or remove devices from the tablet while it is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program.
Glossary 133 motherboard—The computer’s main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. mount—To initialize the external storage device for transferring and storing files. multimedia—A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in an application or presentation. N network—A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities.
134 Glossary processor—See Central Processing Unit (CPU). properties—The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. R RAM (Random Access Memory)—Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your tablet. This type of memory is used for your tablet’s main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. Random Access Memory—See RAM.
Glossary 135 Sleep—A feature of some operating systems that allows you to turn off the tablet without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the tablet on again. software—See application. Compare hardware. Swipe—To move your finger quickly across the surface of the screen without pausing. Sync—To synchronize files and data or accounts so that the same information is shared in multiple places. T TFT display—Thin Film Transistor display.
136 Glossary Wi-Fi®—A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www)—The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the tablet hosting the site. See also Internet.
Index A about tablet legal information 83 settings 83 status 83 System information 83 system updates 83 AC adaptor 26 Accessibility settings 81 Accessibility settings Auto-rotate screen 81 Large text 81 TalkBack 81 Touch & hold delay 82 accounts add an account 59 managing 58 remove an account 59 Accounts settings 77 adding optional external devices 107 Apps 87 apps Local 61 Maps 61 Navigation 61 preinstalled 88 settings 74 uninstalling 88 apps and settings menus 64 apps menu apps 64 automatic date & time s
138 Index battery care 29, 30 charging 28 maintaining 30 optimizing battery life 29 safety precautions 29 taking care of 29 Bluetooth® wireless & networks 69 built-in speakers using 104 button Back 44 Home 45 Memo Gallery 45 power 31 Recent Apps 45 buttons power button 26 C camera front camera 24 using 105 caring for your device 63 charging the battery 28 cleaning the device 63 Clear credentials security 74 connecting AC adaptor 26 power source 27 Creating Folders 54 customize device settings 64 D data
Index using 104 external speakers using 104 F factory data reset 62 features 20 features and components 23 other documentation 20 this guide 19 features and components back view 24 bottom view 26 front view 24 left side view 25 top view 26 files/folders operation 115 first time use 31 Folder Creating, naming, and removing 54 folders creating, naming, removing 54 G Gmail icon 46 Google Play™ Store downloading from 87 Google search bar 45 GPS location access 72 H headphone jack 25 Home screen adding items
140 Index legal information about tablet 83 Licenses 12 location access GPS 72 settings 72 Wi-Fi & mobile network location 72 M maintaining your battery 30 Make passwords visible security 73 managing accounts 58 downloads 61 Micro USB port 25 microphone jack 25 microSD™ Card using 105 microSD™ slot 25 mouse external 107 N Naming Folders 54 Navigating the Home screen 47 Navigation and features 44 navigation buttons 47 notification About tablet 68 Accessibility 68 Accounts 68 Apps 68 Backup & reset 68 Bat
Index Brightness 85 Settings 85 Wi-Fi® 85 Quick Settings menu 84 R recording sounds 105 recovery factory data reset 62 registering your Toshiba device 42 Removing Folders 54 restoring your data 43 S Safety icons 19 safety disposing of the device 30 precautions 21 safety precautions battery 29 screen settings 71 screen brightness screen settings 72 Screen lock security 73 Screen lock sound sound settings 71 screen settings screen brightness 72 Sleep 72 wallpaper 72 SD™ Card slot inserting memory media 105
142 Index Make it Google™, sign in 34 Wi-Fi® 41 Wi-Fi® connection 33 Shut down mode using 57 Sleep screen settings 72 Sleep mode 58 using 58 waking the tablet 40 sound settings 70 sound settings Default notification 70 Screen lock sound 71 Touch sounds 71 volume 70 sound system troubleshooting 121 sounds recording 105 speakers 24, 25 Spell checker language & input settings 81 status about tablet 83 storage settings 80 System bar 47 navigation buttons 47 notifications, managing 48 notifications, opening 49
Index screen does not look correct/ flickers/brightness 121 slow Internet connection 119 sound system 121 touch screen will not respond 118 URL address not found 119 wireless networking 121 TruNote™ application 92 Desktop 93 Desktop menu 94 Drawer 95 Memo Gallery 99 Memo Gallery screen capture 100 navigation 93 Note/Page Menu 96 Note/Page Preview 95 TruNote™ Desktop menu add note folder 94 note list 94 recycle bin 94 search 94 settings 94 TruNote™ Memo Gallery delete 99 edit 100 Memo Gallery 99 TruNote™ na
144 Index Use 24-hour format date & time settings 83 Users 75 Utilities 109 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 113 TOSHIBA Service Station 110 V Voice Search language & input settings 81 volume sound settings 70 W waking the tablet 40 wallpaper customize background 55 screen settings 72 warranty standard limited warranty 21 Wi-Fi & mobile network location location access 72 Wi-Fi® connection setting up 33 wireless & networks Bluetooth® 69 settings 69 wireless networking troubleshooting 121
User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118 in this guide.
2 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For the state of California only. Model: AT10LE - A Series Regulatory Information Protection of Stored Data For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data.
3 Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure When the transmitter and receiver on your device is powered ON, RF energy is received and transmitted. The power level your device transmits at is controlled by your network access while in communication. Your device is approved to the radio standard by the country/region listed in the approved countries table for the module installed in your device.
4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact Toshiba’s Support Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com.
5 Wireless LAN and Your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers.
6 Specific Absorption Rate (IEEE) Your device is designed to be in compliance with Radio Waves exposure regulations and does not exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC). A substantial safety margin is set to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of health.
7 Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
8 Europe—Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.
9 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth® modules are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth® wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ ❖ Bluetooth® Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth® Special Interest Group. Logo certification with Bluetooth® wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth® Special Interest Group.
10 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth® wireless technology however is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.
11 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. !2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
12 Trademarks App Place and Excite are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Contents Introduction.......................................................18 This guide ............................................................ 19 Safety icons ......................................................... 19 Other icons used............................................ 20 Your device’s features and specifications ..... 20 Other documentation ........................................... 20 Service options .................................................... 21 Precautions ..................
14 Contents Taking care of your battery .................................. 29 Safety precautions ......................................... 29 Optimizing battery life .................................... 29 Maintaining your battery ................................ 30 Disposing of your device ..................................... 30 Using the device for the first time ........................ 31 Turning on the power .................................... 31 Setting up your device .............................
15 Contents Turning off the device .......................................... 56 Options for turning off the device .................. 56 Using Shut down mode ................................. 57 Using Sleep mode.......................................... 58 Managing your accounts ..................................... 58 Add an account.............................................. 59 Remove an account ....................................... 59 Navigation, Maps, and Local ...............................
16 Contents Chapter 4: Exploring the Features on your Device .... 89 Using the onscreen keyboard.............................. 89 Type to enter text........................................... 90 Speak to enter text ........................................ 92 Using the built-in speakers .................................. 92 Using external speakers or headphones ............. 93 Recording sounds.......................................... 93 Using the camera.................................................
17 Contents If you need further assistance............................ 110 Before you contact Toshiba......................... 110 Contacting Toshiba...................................... 111 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...................... 111 Toshiba’s worldwide offices .............................. 111 Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors ........113 Glossary..........................................................114 Index ...............................................................
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia. With your Toshiba tablet device, you can watch movies, listen to your favorite music, read books, play games and do much more. NOTE The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated.
Introduction This guide 19 This guide This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet, which are powered by the Android™ 4.2, Jelly Bean. This product brings new features and performance enhancements to your device. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information.
20 Introduction Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the device. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Your device’s features and specifications Certain chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series.
Introduction Service options 21 Service options Toshiba’s standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent applications, application updates, and hardware options for your device, as well as other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 106.
22 Introduction File management tips File management tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. As you work with data it exists in the device’s memory. This memory is called “volatile memory” because it is only active while the device is turned on. When you turn off the device, all the data remaining in volatile memory is lost. To help avoid data loss, save your work to Internal Storage or network storage.
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your device. Please read and adhere to all safety information carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the device.
24 Getting Started Features and components Front Camera HD Display (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. For more information, see “Using the camera” on page 93. Back Camera* Speaker Speaker *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. For more information, see “Using the camera” on page 93.
25 Getting Started Features and components Left side Headphone/Microphone microSD™ slot Micro USB port Speaker Volume control button Micro HDMI® port (Sample Illustration) Left side view ❖ Headphone/Microphone—Allows you to listen to or record sounds onto your device. For more information, see “Using external speakers or headphones” on page 93. ❖ Volume control button—Allows you to increase/decrease the volume. ❖ microSD™ slot—Supports the use of Micro Secure Digital™ (SD™) media.
26 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Top Power button Internal microphone Internal microphone (Sample Illustration) Top view ❖ Internal microphones—Allows you to record sounds using the computer’s internal microphone or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. ❖ Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and hold the button for several seconds to turn the device ON/OFF.
Getting Started Battery Notice 27 Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
28 Getting Started Charging the battery Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the device is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. Charging the battery If the device is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it. Your device contains a rechargeable battery that may need to be charged prior to use.
Getting Started Taking care of your battery 29 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.
30 Getting Started Disposing of your device ❖ If you do not need them, turn off automatic syncing for Gmail™, Calendar, Contact, etc. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. ❖ If you know you will not be near a Wi-Fi® network for some time, switch to Airplane mode. For more information, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69. To check the battery charge level: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 31 Using the device for the first time The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Turning on the power To turn on the device: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all slots are empty. 3 Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.
32 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® network and a Google™ Account before setting up your device to take full advantage of your device’s features. 1 Connect to a power source using the provided AC adaptor. 2 To turn on your device, press and hold the Power ( ) button for several seconds. Your setup process begins.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 33 Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection After choosing your language, the “Select Wi-Fi” screen appears, displaying all available Wi-Fi® networks. (Sample Image) Select Wi-Fi screen 1 Touch the Wi-Fi® network you want to use and enter the key or password. 2 Touch Connect. Got Google™? A Google Account is required to access many of the powered by Android™ features, including Gmail™, backing up your data, etc.
34 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Yes—Sign in with an existing Google account and then follow the on screen instructions. (Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen ❖ No—Select if you do not have an existing Google account. Make it Google™ If you touched No, the “Make it Google” screen appears with two options: ❖ Get an Account—Touch if you do not already have a Google account and would like to create a new account. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time NOTE 35 Sign in to your Google Account now to restore settings that have been previously backed up (if applicable). If you wait until after setup, you will not be able to restore your settings. For more information, see “Backing up your data” on page 42.
36 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Just touch the right Arrow key to continue (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to... screen 2 The Google services screen appears.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 3 37 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. The “Setup complete” screen appears. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen 4 NOTE Touch Finish to complete the setup process. This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again. If the screen times-out: 1 Press the Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it.
38 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time The “Date & time” screen appears. NOTE If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears. (Sample Image) Date & time screen 1 Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and time. 2 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. NOTE This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 39 The “This tablet belongs to…” screen appears. (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to… screen There are two options in the “This tablet belongs to…” screen: ❖ Enter your information into the First and Last name fields, and then touch the right Arrow key. ❖ Touch the right Arrow key to continue (without entering the information). The “Google Services” screen appears.
40 Getting Started Using the device for the first time The “Setup complete” screen appears. Touch Finish to continue to the main Home screen. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen NOTE The setup may take several minutes to complete. If your screen times out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again. Waking the tablet If the screen times-out: 1 Press the Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it.
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 2 41 Touch and hold the Lock ( ) icon and drag it to the edge of the large circle surrounding it. The last screen viewed appears. Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections Wi-Fi®: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon and then select the Wi-Fi ( ) icon, if not previously turned on. The device scans for and displays all available Wi-Fi® networks. 2 Touch the Wi-Fi® network you want to connect to.
42 Getting Started Registering your Toshiba device Registering your Toshiba device NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ( ) icon.
Getting Started Backing up your data 43 Restoring your data using your Google™ Account If your data was previously backed up using this service you can sign in to your Google Account and choose to restore your settings from your Google Account to your device. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen Touch the right Arrow key to continue.
44 Getting Started Navigation and features Navigation and features Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touchscreen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device. Google™ search bar Notifications Voice recognition Time Status icons Home screens Clock Widget Apps icon System bar Back Home Recent apps (Sample Image) Central Home screen Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen.
Getting Started Navigation and features Icon 45 Name Description Recent Apps button Touch to view the most recently view apps. Time display Located in the System bar to the left of the Status icons. Battery status icon Located in the System bar. Displays the status of the battery charge. Voice recognition button Touch to perform a voice-enabled search. Google™ search bar Touch to perform a search using the keyboard. Screen capture icon Touch to take a screen capture of the current view.
46 Getting Started Navigation and features Each Home screen may display icons for any of the following: ❖ Widgets ❖ Applications ❖ Bookmarks ❖ Games ❖ Thumbnails Your Home screen will contain other icons depending on how you have customized it. See “Customizing your Home screens” on page 53. Gmail™ icon—An example of an icon located on a Home screen is the Gmail icon. This shortcut, when touched, launches your Gmail webmail account.
Getting Started Navigation and features 47 Double-tap—Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, double-tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. Pinch—In some apps (such as Maps and Gallery), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in). Rotate the screen—In most apps, the orientation of the screen rotates with the tablet as you turn it.
48 Getting Started Navigation and features In some media apps, the System bar controls are replaced by dim dots while a movie, slide show, etc. is displayed. This increases the viewing space on the screen. Touch the dot that corresponds with the desired control, or touch a blank area of the System bar to restore the full view. At the top of the screen you will find the Google™ Search bar ( ), and next to that is the search by voice ( ) button. At the far upper-left you will find the Screen capture ( icon.
Getting Started Navigation and features 49 Most apps that send notifications, such as Gmail™ and the calendar, have their own settings. These settings can be configured to send notifications in different ways, with a sound or vibration, etc. See the documentation for those apps for details.You can open the Notifications list to view all of your current notifications. Opening a notification 1 Touch and swipe down the System bar on the upper-left of your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens.
50 Getting Started Navigation and features ❖ Progress bars that indicate the progress of currently downloading apps: 1 Touch a notification icon in the System bar. The notification’s summary panel opens. 2 Touch a notification in the Notification summary panel to open it in its application. It will then be cleared from the Notification summary panel. 3 To remove the notification without viewing it, touch its Close button.
Getting Started Navigation and features 3 Touch Screen Lock. 4 Touch Slide, Pattern, PIN, or Password. 51 Slide is the default screen lock option. If you touch Slide, you will be taken back to the Security screen. The next time you wake up your device from sleep, you will be taken to the Lock screen. At the Lock screen, you can either slide to left or to the right to unlock the system.
52 Getting Started Navigation and features ❖ Encryption is irreversible. The only way to revert to an unencrypted device is to perform a factory data reset, which will erase all your data. ❖ You must not interrupt the encryption process or you will lose some or all of your data. (See “Backup & reset settings” on page 78 and “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 106).
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 53 Customizing your Home screens You can add Apps icons, Widgets, Bookmark shortcuts, and other items to any available free space on any Home screen. You can also change the Wallpaper. For more information on the Home screens, see “Navigation and features” on page 44. Adding an item to a Home screen 1 Open the Home screen you want to add the item to. For more information on using the Home screens, see “Navigation and features” on page 44.
54 Getting Started Customizing your Home screens Creating, naming, and removing folders Creating a folder Complete the following steps to create folders on your Home screen. 1 Locate the desired first app (on a Home screen) that you want to include in a folder. 2 Locate the second app (on the Home screen or in the app list). 3 Touch, hold, and drag the second app to the first app.
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 55 The name of the folder turns into a field you can type into. 2 Type the desired name. The folder is now renamed. (Sample Image) Named folder Removing a folder To remove folders from your Home screen: 1 Locate and open the folder (on a Home screen) that you want to remove. 2 Touch, hold, and drag all apps from the folder (on the Home screen or in the app list) to the Home screen. 3 Release the apps on the Home screen.
56 Getting Started Turning off the device Turning off the device It is a good idea to turn off your device when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the device for the first time, leave the device plugged into a power source (even though the device is off) to fully charge the battery. Options for turning off the device You have two options available for turning off the device: Shut down and Sleep mode. Each option has its advantages.
Getting Started Turning off the device 57 Using Shut down mode The Shut down mode completely shuts down the device without saving your data or the current state of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet. Always back up your data and settings before shutting down your tablet. To turn off your device using Shut down mode: 1 Press and hold the Power button. A pop-up screen appears, displaying three selections.
58 Getting Started Managing your accounts Using Sleep mode Your device will automatically time-out after a couple minutes of non-operation, placing it into Sleep mode. The screen dims and then darkens to conserve battery power. For more information on waking the tablet from Sleep mode, see “Waking the tablet” on page 40. To change the amount of time it takes for the display to darken, touch the Settings ( ) icon, and then the Display ( ) icon.
Getting Started Managing your accounts 59 Add an account Add multiple Google™ Accounts and Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Scroll down to the Accounts setting. The “Accounts” menu appears displaying a list of the current accounts. (Sample Image) Accounts screen 3 Touch the Add account ( ) icon.
60 Getting Started Managing your accounts 2 Scroll down to the Accounts setting. The “Accounts” menu, appears, displaying a list of the current accounts. 3 Touch the account you wish to delete. 4 Touch the Menu ( ) icon in the upper-right corner. (Sample Image) Removing an account 5 Touch Remove account from the dialog box to continue. The “Remove account?” confirmation screen appears. (Sample Image) Removing an account confirmation 6 Touch Remove account to continue.
Getting Started Navigation, Maps, and Local 61 Navigation, Maps, and Local To access Navigation, Maps, and Local: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. The “Apps” menu appears. 2 Touch the Navigation ( ) icon. Local ( ) icon, Maps ( ) icon, or the Do not use this device while driving. Navigation: Access turn-by-turn, spoken driving instructions with the free Google™ Navigation application (Beta).
62 Getting Started Factory data reset To uninstall items: 1 Select the item(s) you wish to delete. 2 Touch the Delete ( ) icon. To share items: 1 Select the item(s) you wish to share. 2 Touch the Share ( ) icon. Factory data reset This restores the device to the out of box state. All data on the device is erased, including system/application settings, user downloaded/installed applications and data such as photos, music, videos, contacts, etc.
Getting Started Caring for your device 63 Caring for your device This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your device. For information about taking care of your device’s battery, see “Taking care of your battery” on page 29. The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or abrasive objects or substances as screen may break or scratch if not handled properly. If you see a crack in the glass, discontinue use of the device to avoid injury.
Chapter 2 Settings Customizing your device’s settings You can customize the settings for the various functions on your Toshiba tablet, such as screen orientation, or sound settings. Apps and Settings menus This menu contains most of the tools you will need to customize and configure your tablet. Accessing the Apps and Settings menus To access the Apps menu: ❖ 64 Touch the Apps ( ) icon.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 65 The “Apps” menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Apps menu. Icon Name Description Settings Touch to open the Settings menu. Browser Touch to open and view Web sites. Chrome Touch to open and view Google™ Chrome Web browser. Gmail™ Touch to access your Gmail email account. Maps Touch to open the Maps app, see “Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61.
66 Icon Settings Customizing your device’s settings Name Description Navigation Touch to open the Navigation app, see “Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61. Gallery Touch to view the photos/videos you have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see “Using the camera” on page 93. Calendar Touch to view your Calendar. People Touch to view your Contacts. Calculator Touch to open the Calculator application.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 67 To access the Settings menu: ❖ Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. (Sample Image) Settings menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Settings menu. Icon Name Description Wi-Fi® Configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi®, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69.
68 Icon Settings Customizing your device’s settings Name Description Battery Displays battery status, see “Battery Notice” on page 27. Apps Touch to view and manage the installed applications, see “Apps settings” on page 74. Accounts Add, remove, and manage all of your accounts, and sync accounts to work together, see “Accounts settings” on page 77. Location access Touch to change the settings for location services, see “Location access settings” on page 72.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 69 Wireless and networks settings Use the Wireless & networks settings to configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi®, or Bluetooth®. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 41. The Wireless & Networks settings can also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device’s radios while in-flight.
70 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Visibility timeout—Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth® devices for a brief period of time. ❖ Show received files—Displays a list of files received via Bluetooth®. Sound settings The Sound settings can be configured to set the audio for media playback, notifications, and alarms with the desired volume level and notification sounds. You can also set audible feedback when touching or locking and unlocking the screen.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 71 ❖ Touch sounds—Select to hear a sound while touching the buttons, icons, and other onscreen items. ❖ Screen lock sound—Select to hear a sound when locking or unlocking the screen. Display settings You can change the Display settings for various things, such as orientation of the display or brightness level for energy conservation. To change the Display settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears.
72 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Brightness—Displays the Brightness control bar screen. To change the brightness level, deselect the Automatic brightness option. Then touch and slide the bar left or right to decrease or increase the screen brightness. ❖ Wallpaper—Select to change the wallpaper. ❖ Sleep—Displays a list of time interval settings that indicate the amount of time it takes for the screen to time-out.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 73 Security settings Use the Security settings to configure our tablet to help secure your tablet and its data. To change the Security settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Security ( ) icon. The “Security” menu appears. 3 Touch the item you want to change in the Security menu.
74 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Device administrators—Under Device administration, touch open a screen with a list of the applications you have authorized to be administrators for your tablet. This is typically an email, calendar, or other enterprise application that you granted this authority to, when you added an account hosted by an enterprise service that requires the ability to implement security policies on any devices that connect to it.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 2 Touch the Apps ( 75 ) icon. The “Apps” menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen 3 Touch item you want to change in the Apps menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Downloaded—Displays a list of the applications and other software downloaded on your tablet. ❖ Running—Displays a list of applications, processes, and services currently running. ❖ All—Displays all applications and software currently installed on your tablet.
76 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 2 Touch the Users ( ) icon. The “Users” menu appears. (Sample Image) Users menu screen 3 Touch Add user. The “Add new user” dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Add new user dialog box 4 Touch OK. The “Set up user now?” dialog box appears.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 5 Touch Set up now to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. 77 After the new user has been added, he/she will need to go through a setup process. See “Setting up your device” on page 32. NOTE Any user can accept updated app permissions on behalf of all other users. Accounts settings You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts settings. For more information, see “Managing your accounts” on page 58.
78 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 3 Touch the item you want to change in the Accounts menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Calendar—Touch to sync your calendar with your device. ❖ Contacts—Touch to sync your contacts with your device. ❖ Gmail—Touch to sync your Gmail with your device. While an account is selected, you can touch the Menu ( ) button to: ❖ Remove account—Touch to remove the account and all of its data.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 3 79 Touch the item you wish to change in the Backup & reset menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ NOTE ❖ Back up my data—Select to back up your personal data (Wi-Fi® passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google servers, with your Google Account. Your data can be restored to a new tablet the first time you sign in with your Google Account.
80 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Storage settings The Storage settings can be used to monitor the used and available space in your tablet’s internal storage or on a microSD™ Card inserted in your tablet. To change the Storage settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon. The “Storage” menu appears. 3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Storage menu. You can also view and manage the amount of storage used by your applications.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 81 Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Language—Select to open the Language screen, and then select your preferred language for use on your tablet. ❖ Spell checker—Select to enable/disable the autospelling correction. ❖ Personal dictionary—Select to open a list of the words you have added to the dictionary. Touch a word to edit it, or touch the red X next to a word to delete it.
82 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Touch & hold delay—Select to set the hold delay time between when you touch the item and when the item responds. Date & time settings Use the Date & time settings to configure your preferences for the way in which dates are displayed. To change the Date & time settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the Date & time ( ) icon. The “Date & time” menu appears.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ 83 Use 24-hour format—Select to display the time using a 24-hour time format (i.e. 13:00, rather that 1:00). ❖ Choose date format—Select to open a screen to select the displayed date’s format. About tablet The About tablet menu displays information regarding your operating system software and hardware. To view the About tablet information: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The “Settings” menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.
84 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accessing the Notifications menu You can open the Notifications menu to view pending activity on your tablet. 1 Touch and swipe down from the upper-left corner of the screen in the System bar. The “Notifications” menu displays. (Sample Image) Notifications menu screen 2 Touch any open area of the display screen to close the Notifications menu.
Settings Customizing your device’s settings 85 2 Touch the icon that corresponds to the setting you wish to change, and then select the setting you wish to change it to. 3 Touch any open area of the display screen to close the Quick Settings menu. The following are some of the icons you may find in the Quick Settings menu. Icon Name Description Airplane mode Touch to turn ON/OFF Airplane mode. Wi-Fi® Touch to view the current Wi-Fi® connections, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69.
Chapter 3 Working with Apps Downloading Toshiba Apps You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place icon. NOTE To download apps, you must be connected to the Internet. TOSHIBA Media Player The TOSHIBA Media Player is a multimedia player that allows users to experience outstanding multimedia viewing enjoyment. The TOSHIBA Media Player supports a number of multimedia content formats.
Working with Apps Apps 87 On the Media Player’s main screen, touch the Menu ( ) button. (Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen The menu may display the following options: ❖ Playback device—Opens the list of available playback devices ❖ Find network devices—Displays available network devices. ❖ Settings—Opens media player settings. ❖ Tutorial—Opens the media player tutorial. ❖ About—Displays version information, etc.
88 Working with Apps Apps Preinstalled Apps on your tablet Google Play™ Store, Gmail™, Maps, and YouTube™ apps are preinstalled on your tablet and the shortcuts for them may appear on your Home screen. You can move the icons for these applications to other Home screens to customize the look of your tablet, see “Moving an item from the Home screen” on page 53. You can install many more apps, widgets, games, etc. by visiting the Toshiba App Place™ or Google Play™ Store.
Chapter 4 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the onscreen keyboard allowing you to enter text. Some apps open the keyboard automatically. The onscreen keyboard has a number of settings. For more information, see “Language & input settings” on page 80.
90 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Type to enter text To begin typing, touch the text field in the application you are using to open the onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Touching a text field to type An insertion point tab ( ) appears where you touch the text field. If text has been previously entered you can drag the insertion point by its tab to move it to the location in the text line you wish to begin typing from.
91 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard 3 Place the cursor in the text field where you want to place the text. 4 Touch and hold until the Paste ( ) option appears on the screen. 5 Touch the Paste ( ) icon. The text is inserted into the new text field. NOTE Text can be copied and pasted from one app to another. ❖ Touch the space bar or a punctuation mark to auto complete a word you are typing. ❖ Touch the Shift ( ) key one time to capitalize the next letter typed.
92 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the built-in speakers You can change the language you want to use by touching the Input Method ( ) button, or by going to the Settings menu, see “Language & input settings” on page 80. Speak to enter text You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard. 1 Touch the text field. 2 Touch the Microphone ( ) key on the keyboard. 3 Speak your text when you are prompted to “Speak now.
Exploring the Features on your Device Using external speakers or headphones 93 Using external speakers or headphones Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. Do not set the volume too high on this device or when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Discontinue use and consult a physician if you experience any hearing discomfort.
94 Exploring the Features on your Device Using a microSD™ Card NOTE To email, instant message or video conference, you must be connected to the Internet. Using a microSD™ Card For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The microSD™ Card slot supports the use of Micro Secure Digital™ (SD™) media.
Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices 95 Removing memory media Do not remove media while data is being written or read, or your data could be destroyed. To prepare the card for removal: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The Settings menu appears. 2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon. The Storage menu appears. 3 Touch Unmount SD card. 4 Open the port cover. 5 Gently press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. 6 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
96 Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one to your device by pairing a Bluetooth® enabled keyboard using the available Bluetooth® connectivity on your device. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 41 and “Using external devices” on page 96. NOTE Some keyboard functionality may not be supported. Using an external mouse You may want to use an e.
Chapter 5 Utilities Your device includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter. NOTE The utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system.
98 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station app provides you with updates for both application and system software. It notifies you when new versions of your system software are available, and then prompts you to download and install them. To open TOSHIBA Service Station: 1 Touch the Apps ( 2 Touch the Service Station ( ) icon. ) icon. The TOSHIBA Service Station screen appears.
Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station 99 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station Acceptance screen Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement.
100 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station Check for application updates During normal operations, the TOSHIBA Service Station will periodically check for updates to your system. This is done automatically. You will be notified with the TOSHIBA Service Station icon in the Status bar when new updates become available. You can also check for updates manually. Touch the Check for Updates button. The application will refresh the list of available updates. NOTE Connect the AC adaptor before updating.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 101 Downloading and installing System updates TOSHIBA Service Station downloads both application and system updates. System updates require the device to be rebooted during the update process. Installing a system update is similar to an application update, however you will be reminded that the device will automatically reboot during the update process. Make sure to close any applications and save all data prior to installing a system update.
102 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 5 Touch and hold a file or folder to enter selecting mode. Then touch the files/folders you wish to back up, or touch Select All from the selected items count drop-down menu located at the top left corner of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items The specific file or folder you have selected will highlight with a checkbox in the upper right hand corner to signify that it has been selected for manipulation.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 8 103 Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then touch the Paste ( ) icon in the action bar located at the top right corner of the screen. The files are copied to the microSD™ Card. File browsing screen The available options in the File browsing screen are: ❖ Device—Internal storage and microSD™ Card are displayed. ❖ Path—The device name is displayed on the left side of the screen, and the relative path is displayed on the right.
104 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Icon Name Description Delete Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the Delete icon to permanently delete the item from the location it is currently in. The system will prompt you to make sure this is what you want to do. Change View This option allows the user to change the view from one in which items are shown in three columns and as many rows as needed to a single column list view.
Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 105 Storage structure The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen: Icon NOTE Name Description Internal storage Displays the file content of the device’s internal storage, (excluding system files). microSD™ Card Displays the file content of the microSD™ Card that is inserted into the microSD™ Card slot. Screen Capture Displays the file content of the screen captured images.
Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems when you turn on the device These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The device will not start.
If Something Goes Wrong The operating system is not working 107 The operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the Home screens and used to the way the operating system responds, you can easily detect if the it is not working correctly.
108 If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries Power and the batteries Your device receives its power through the AC adaptor or from the system battery. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor will neither power the device nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC adaptor works correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the device is consuming full power. Try turning off the device.
If Something Goes Wrong Sound system problems 109 Small bright dots appear on your screen when you turn on your device. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your device. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
110 If Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance ❖ Verify that your device can detect access points or routers. If it can detect a Wi-Fi® access point or router then it may be a configuration issue. ❖ Verify that the signal strength is good. ❖ If another device is on the same network, verify that it has network access, and can connect to the Internet. If, for example, the other device cannot browse to a public Web site, the ISP’s (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted.
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 111 Contacting Toshiba Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your device, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site us.toshiba.com Marketing and product information in the USA accessories.toshiba.
112 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Appendix A Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved BS approved Australia AS approved 113 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide.
Glossary 115 IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O Input/Output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet Service Provider KB kilobyte LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MB megabyte RAM Random Access Memory RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read-Only Memory RTC Real-Time Clock SD Secure Digital TFT Thin Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus URL Uniform Resource Locator WAN Wide Area Network www World Wide Web WLAN Wireless Local Are
116 Glossary adapter—A device that provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the tablet’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a controller.
Glossary 117 boot—To start the tablet. The term “boot” originates from bootstrap program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a program that loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot. bus—An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the tablet, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus.
118 Glossary CPU—See Central Processing Unit (CPU). CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the tablet’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache. cursor—An onscreen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. D default—The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting.
Glossary 119 executable file—A program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat, .exe, or .apk extension. expansion device—A device that connects to a tablet to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension—See file extension. external device—See device.
120 Glossary HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)—An interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than analog signal. hot swapping—The ability to add or remove devices from the tablet while it is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. I icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program.
Glossary 121 motherboard—The computer’s main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. mount—To initialize the external storage device for transferring and storing files. multimedia—A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in an application or presentation. N network—A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities.
122 Glossary processor—See Central Processing Unit (CPU). properties—The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. R RAM (Random Access Memory)—Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your tablet. This type of memory is used for your tablet’s main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. Random Access Memory—See RAM.
Glossary 123 Sleep—A feature of some operating systems that allows you to turn off the tablet without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the tablet on again. software—See application. Compare hardware. Swipe—To move your finger quickly across the surface of the screen without pausing. Sync—To synchronize files and data or accounts so that the same information is shared in multiple places. T TFT display—Thin Film Transistor display.
124 Glossary Wi-Fi®—A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www)—The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the tablet hosting the site. See also Internet.
Index A about tablet legal information 83 settings 83 status 83 System information 83 system updates 83 AC adaptor 26 Accessibility settings 81 Accessibility settings Auto-rotate screen 81 Large text 81 TalkBack 81 Touch & hold delay 82 accounts add an account 59 managing 58 remove an account 59 Accounts settings 77 adding optional external devices 95 Apps 87 apps Local 61 Maps 61 Navigation 61 preinstalled 88 settings 74 uninstalling 88 apps and settings menus 64 apps menu apps 64 automatic date & time se
126 Index battery care 29, 30 charging 28 maintaining 30 optimizing battery life 29 safety precautions 29 taking care of 29 Bluetooth® wireless & networks 69 built-in speakers using 92 button Apps 44 Back 44 Home 44 power 31 Recent Apps 45 Time display 45 Voice recognition 45 buttons power button 26 C camera front camera 24 using 93 caring for your device 63 charging the battery 28 cleaning the device 63 Clear credentials security 74 connecting AC adaptor 26 power source 27 Creating Folders 54 customize
Index external headphones using 93 external speakers using 93 F factory data reset 62 features 20 features and components 23 other documentation 20 this guide 19 features and components back view 24 bottom view 26 front view 24 left side view 25 top view 26 files/folders operation 103 first time use 31 Folder Creating, naming, and removing 54 folders creating, naming, removing 54 G Gmail icon 46 Google Play™ Store downloading from 87 Google search bar 45 GPS location access 72 H headphone jack 25 Home s
128 Index about tablet 83 Licenses 12 location access GPS 72 settings 72 Wi-Fi & mobile network location 72 M maintaining your battery 30 Make passwords visible security 73 managing accounts 58 downloads 61 Micro USB port 25 microphone jack 25 microSD™ Card using 94 microSD™ slot 25 mouse external 96 N Naming Folders 54 Navigating the Home screen 47 Navigation and features 44 navigation buttons 47 notification About tablet 68 Accessibility 68 Accounts 68 Apps 68 Backup & reset 68 Battery 68 Date & time
Index Wi-Fi® 85 Quick Settings menu 84 R recording sounds 93 recovery factory data reset 62 registering your Toshiba device 42 Removing Folders 54 restoring your data 43 S Safety icons 19 safety disposing of the device 30 precautions 21 safety precautions battery 29 screen settings 71 screen brightness screen settings 72 Screen lock security 73 Screen lock sound sound settings 71 screen settings screen brightness 72 Sleep 72 wallpaper 72 SD™ Card slot inserting memory media 94 removing memory media 95 se
130 Index Wi-Fi® connection 33 Shut down mode using 57 Sleep screen settings 72 Sleep mode 58 using 58 waking the tablet 40 sound settings 70 sound settings Default notification 70 Screen lock sound 71 Touch sounds 71 volume 70 sound system troubleshooting 109 sounds recording 93 speakers 24, 25 Spell checker language & input settings 81 status about tablet 83 storage settings 80 System bar 47 navigation buttons 47 notifications, managing 48 notifications, opening 49 notifications, responding 49 Status ic
Index sound system 109 touch screen will not respond 106 URL address not found 107 wireless networking 109 turning off device 56 options 56 turning on power 31 U uninstalling apps 88 Use 24-hour format date & time settings 83 Users 75 Utilities 97 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 101 TOSHIBA Service Station 98 V Voice Search language & input settings 81 volume sound settings 70 W waking the tablet 40 wallpaper customize background 55 screen settings 72 warranty standard limited warranty 21 Wi-Fi & mobile ne
