User Guide
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© 2011. All Rights Reserved.
Gateway TAB TP series User Guide
Model: G100 (Wi-Fi only models) and G100W (Wi-Fi+3G models)
First issue: 06/2011
Gateway TAB TP series
Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
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Table of contents
End user license agreement
Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting up
Unpacking your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting to know your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using your tablet
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Charging your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Turning on for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Locking your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
The Home screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
The onscreen keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Editing text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Connecting devices to your tablet
Connecting to AC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Inserting a microSD card (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Connecting a USB device to your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Connecting a Bluetooth device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Connecting to a television with HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting to the dock (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Going online
Managing Wi-Fi connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Browsing the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Setting up Gmail (Google mail) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Composing an email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Setting up the Email application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Online applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Playing music and video
Multimedia playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Media server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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Dolby Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Managing contacts
Using the camera
Camera icons and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Taking a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Shooting a video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Reading an eBook or pdf
LumiRead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Using a cellular data network
(only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Adjusting connection settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Internet sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Advanced settings
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Putting your tablet in Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Activating or deactivating connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Adjusting Bluetooth settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Connecting to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Setting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Setting alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Changing language and text options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Managing applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Updating your tablet’s operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Resetting your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
FAQ and troubleshooting
Other sources of help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Specifications
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End user license agreement
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Getting to know your tablet
Features and functions
Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment
features. You can:
• Connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi or, if yo
HSDPA+.
• Access your email while on the move.
• Keep in touch with your fri
applications.
• Listen to rich, full-impact audio via Dolby Mobile.
ends via your Contacts and social networking
Product registration
When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you
immediately register it. This will give you access to useful benefits, such as:
• Faster service from our trained representatives.
• Membership in the Packard Bell community: receive promotions and
participate in customer surveys.
• The latest news from Packard Bell.
Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!
How to register
To register your Packard Bell product, please visit www.gateway.com. Click
Registration and follow the simple instructions.
You can also register directly from yo
After we receive your product registration
email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.
ur tablet includes 3G features,
ur tablet by tapping the Registration icon.
, you will be sent a confirmation
7Features and functions
Setting up
Unpacking your tablet
Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box
and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged,
contact your dealer immediately:
• Liberty Tab
• Quick Guide
• USB cable
• AC adapter
• Warranty card
Getting to know your tablet
Front
view
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3
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No. Item Description
1 Touchscreen 10.1-inch, 1280 x 800 pixel capacitive
touchscreen.
2 Front-facing camera A 2-megapixel camera for video chatting and
self-portrait images.
3 Light sensor Detects ambient light and automatically adjusts
the screen brightness.
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Back
view
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3
No. Item Description
1 LED flash Lights to illuminate images.
2 5 MP camera A 5-megapixel camera for taking high-
resolution images.
3 Speakers Emits stereo audio.
view
Left
3
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No. Item Description
1 HDMI Micro (Type D)
port
2 3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones.
3 Power button Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to
Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D
connector.
turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode;
press and hold to turn the tablet off.
9Getting to know your tablet
Right
view
123 4
No. Item Description
1 Reset button Insert a small thin object (such as a paperclip) to
reset power to the tablet.
2 USB port (Host) Connects USB devices to your tablet.
3 Micro USB port (Slave) Connects to a computer with a USB cable.
4 DC-in jack Connects to the DC power supply.
Top and bottom
No. Item Description
1 Volume control key Increases and decreases the tablet volume.
2 Screen rotation lock
switch
3 Card slot cover Insert a microSD card into the slot under this
4 Docking port Connects your tablet to the dock accessory.
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3
4
Use this switch to lock the screen rotation or
allow the screen to match the tablet’s
orientation.
cover.
See “Inserting a microSD card (optional)” on
page 24.
The SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) slot
allows you to access the Internet if you have a
cellular data subscription.
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Using your tablet
Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of
your tablet’s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data
subscription
See “Installing a SIM card (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)” on page 47.
Charging your tablet
For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you
can recharge the battery as needed.
Connect the DC-in jack to your tablet and plug the AC adapter into
outlet.
before
turning on your tablet.
any AC
Note: It is normal for the tablet surface to become warm during charging or
long periods of use.
11Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models)
Turning on for the first time
To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button for two seconds. You
will then be asked some questions before you can use your tablet.
To start, tap to select your l
instructions as they are displayed.
Sign in to or create a Google account
If you have Internet access, your tablet allows you to synchronize information
with a Google account.
During the start-up process, you may create or
be used to synchronize your contact list, email, calendar and other information.
If you do not yet have Internet access, or do not want to use this feature, then
tap Skip.
anguage, then tap Start. Follow the rest of the
sign in to an account, which will
Important: You must sign in to a Google Account to use Gmail, Google Talk,
Google Calendar, and other Google Apps; to download applications from
Android Market; to back up your settings to Google servers; and to take
advantage of other Google services on your tablet.
If you want to restore existing settings from another device with Android
2.0 (or later) installed, you must sign in to your Google account during
setup. If you wait until after setup is complete, your settings will not be
restored.
Note: If you have multiple Google accounts, such as separate accounts for
personal and business contacts, you can access and synchonize them from
the Accounts settings section. See “Multiple Google accounts” on page 54.
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Locking your tablet
If you will not use your tablet for a while, briefly press the power button to lock
access. This saves power and ensures your tablet does not unintentionally use
any services. Your tablet will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To
change the delay, tap Apps > Settings > Screen > Timeout.
Waking your tablet
If the screen is off and the tablet does not react to any taps on the screen, then
it has been locked and is in sleep mode.
To wake your tablet, press the power button. Your tablet will
screen. Drag the lock symbol to the edge of the circle to unlock the tablet.
display the
Lock
For additional security, you may set a code or number that must be entered to
access the tablet, such as an unlock pattern (a set of dots that must be tapped in
the correct order). Open the Home screen and tap Apps > Settings > Location &
security > Configure lock screen.
Note: If you forget an unlock pattern or PIN, please refer to “Unlock
pattern“ on page 58.
Using the touchscreen
Your tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information.
Use your finger to tap the screen.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open
Drag: Hold your finger
and images.
on the screen and drag across the screen to select text
items and select options.
13Locking your tablet
Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that
item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the
een in the direction that you want to scroll.
scr
The Home screen
When you start your tablet, or wake it from power saving, it will display the
Home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple
controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time
and favorite bookmarks, or provide additional controls and direct access to
applications. Some have been pre-installed on your tablet, while others may be
downloaded from the Android Market.
The Home screen already features some us
Search
eful controls and information.
Application menu
and
Customize screen
Navigation
Time and
Status
Search
To search for applications, files or for information on
the Internet, tap the Google / Search icon in the top-left
corner.
Simply enter the text you want to
Internet, or tap one of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list.
Note: In order to search or browse the Internet, you must be connected to a
cellular data (if available) or wireless network. See “Going online” on
page 27.
find. Tap
the arrow or Enter key to search the
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search
request. See “Voice Search” on page 28.
Navigation
To navigate through menus and options, three (or
more) icons are shown in the bottom-left corner.
Back Home Recent
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Back
Tap this icon to go to the previous page, or to go up one level in a
hide
menu. This icon may be replaced with the
(such as if the keyboard or list of recent applications is shown).
icon in certain cases
Hide
Home
Tap this icon to go directly to the Home screen.
Recent
Tap this icon to see recently opened applications. Tap an application to open it,
or tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen.
Settings
This icon is displayed in some applications. Tap this icon to open a list
of options.
The extended Home screen
The Home screen extends to either side of the initial Home screen, giving you
more room to add widgets or organize shortcuts. To view the extended Home
screen, swipe your finger to the left or right.
A total of five pages are available, two to the left and two to the right. To
h
ange or add widgets on any of the screens see “Personalizing the Home
c
screen“ on page 19.
Home screen
15The Home screen
The application menu
The application menu displays applications installed on your tablet.
Two categories are available: All and My ap
are installed on your tablet; My apps displays applications that you have
installed from the Android Market.
Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your
tablet can be different from the applications shown in illustrations.
ps. All displays all applications that
Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. If more applications are
available, an outline of the second page will be shown on the side of the
screen. Swipe the outline towards the center of the screen to switch pages.
Tap and hold an icon to add a shortc
shortcut is selected, thumbnails of the Home screens are shown below the list of
applications, simply drag the shortcut to a screen.
ut to one of your Home screens. While a
Status and notification area
Status and notification icons are shown in the
bottom-right corner of the screen.
This area contains a variety of icons to inform you
of your tablet’s status. The icons on the right side
of the clock indicate connectivity and battery
status. The left side of the clock displays the event
notification icons.
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Time
Wireless
reception
Battery
charge
status
Tap the status icons to view more status information and a summary of events.
Tap the status area again to view more controls. While viewing a notification,
tap the summary to see more information, if available. Some event summaries
include controls, such as media controls if music is playing.
Status and notification icons
Connection and batterystatus icons
Note: Network connection icons are blue if you have an active Google
account.
Icon Description Icon Description
Connected to a wireless
network (waves indicate
connection strength)
An open wireless network is
available
Bluetooth is on Battery is partially drained
Connected to a Bluetooth
device
Airplane mode (wireless
connectivity disconnected)
Battery is very low
Battery is low
Battery is full
Battery is charging
17The Home screen
Notification icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Alarm is set Speaker is silenced
New Gmail message Tablet microphone is off
New Google Talk message GPS is on
Upcoming event Receiving location data from
GPS
Song is playing More status notifications
SD card or USB storage is full Syncing data
Tablet is connected to PC via
USB
Application update available Problem with sign-in or sync
System update available Uploading data
Virtual private network (VPN)
status
Sync is on
Downloading data (animated)
Download finished
Cellular data status icons.
Icon Description Icon Description
Cellular signal strength Roaming
Connected to GPRS network No signal
GPRS in use SIM card is invalid or not
installed
Connected to EDGE network New/unread SMS/MMS
EDGE in use Problem with sending SMS/
MMS
Connected to 3G network USB tethering is activated
3G in use Bluetooth tethering is
activated
Carrier data use threshold
exceeded
Wireless tethering is activated
Multiple tethering or hotspot
connections are activated
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