ME Tablet G1
User Manual
Please read carefully before use
For Series:
G1
Table of Contents
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Table Of Contents Table Of Contents
THANK YOU ............................................................................................................................. 4
Features ..................................................................................................................................... 4
KNOW YOUR ME TABLET ........................................................................................................ 5
About the Touchscreen ......................................................................................................... 7
Protective Film .......................................................................................................................... 7
Touchscreen Actions .............................................................................................................. 7
About the Orientation Sensor ............................................................................................... 8
Charging the Tablet ................................................................................................................ 9
Inserting a Memory Card ....................................................................................................... 9
GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................................. 11
Turning the Tablet ON and OFF .......................................................................................... 11
Turning the Screen ON and OFF (Standby) ..................................................................... 12
Unlocking the Screen ........................................................................................................... 12
Home Screen at a Glance .................................................................................................. 13
About Menus ......................................................................................................................... 14
CONNECTING TO THE INTERNET ......................................................................................... 15
Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 15
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network ................................................................................................ 15
CONNECTING TO PROXY SERVER THROUGH WI-FI .......................................................... 17
BROWSING THE WEB ............................................................................................................ 22
MAIL CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................................... 23
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY................................................................................................. 24
OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................. 25
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting Earphones ........................................................................................................ 26
Connecting 3G Dongle ....................................................................................................... 27
Accessing USB Drive and Micro SD Card ......................................................................... 33
SETTING THE SYSTEM OPTIONS ............................................................................................ 34
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 37
............................................................................................... 25
HCL 24 X 7 SUPPORT ............................................................................................................. 38
BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................................................................................ 39
IMPORTANT HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................. 40
Browse the web, watch videos, check
e-mail, and more on a generous 9.7" LCD
screen
Intuitive touchscreen controls powered
by Android OS
Connect your device to your PC using
Bluetooth or USB Data cable.
Connect to the Internet with high-speed
networking support (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n)
Play popular video, music, and photo
formats
View pages in portrait or landscape with
automatic orientation detection
Expandable memory with optional
microSD card
Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
Congratulations on your purchase of a ME Tablet.
This guide is provided to help you get started
quickly with your Tablet; please read it carefully
and save it for future reference.
Disclaimer
Specifications and information found in this guide
are subject to change without notice. Any changes
therefore will be incorporated in future editions.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for
errors or omissions in this document. Actual
product may vary from photos shown in this guide.
Menu screen and its application shown in the
picture may vary from actual product.
Trademarks
All brand and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Thank You
Features
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Thank You
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Table Of Contents
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Front
Camera
Rear Side
Camera
Vol+
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Know your ME Tablet
Power Key
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Know your ME Tablet
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Know your ME Tablet
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0.3MP Front-facing camera.
2.0MP Rear-facing camera.
Press to turn the unit on, or to turn the
screen on/off.
Press and hold to access the power off menu.
To increase the Volume
To decrease the Volume
No. Name
Description
Stereo Speaker
Mic
Speakers
Mini-HDMI
Micro USB 2.0
Hi-Speed
port
Reset
Micro SD
Card Slot
Microphone used for audio chatting and
sound recorder.
Using Micro-USB to USB data cable tablet
can be connected to the computer as
device.
Press reset button if tablet freezes.
Connect to HDMI supported TV or HDMI
supported displays
Slot to insert the micro SD card
Jack to insert the DC adaptor for charging
(Use the adaptor which is bundled along
with the Tablet)
Headset
Jack
Audio Output jack for Headset
(Note: Speaker output is automatically disabled when
Headset connected to tablet)
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Menu Touch this key to open a system menu.
The item in the menu will highlight
when you touch.
Back Touch this key will go back to the previous
action or screen.
SWIPE:
Doubletap:
About the Orientation Sensor
(G-Sensor)
The tablet contains a sensor that will
automatically change the orientation of most
screens as you rotate the tablet. The sensor
works best when the tablet is rotated
perpendicular to the ground (i.e., when the
tablet is held upright and not flat on its back).
The orientation sensor can be turned on and
off in the Display settings menu.
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Note: All screens may not support screen
orientation feature and also screen orientation
depends upon apps too.
Swipe up/down on the screen to
scroll through a list. On some
screens, you may be able to swipe
left/right to change the view. To
swipe, touch the screen and then
quickly move your finger across the
screen without lifting your finger. Do
not pause on the screen with your
finger at the initial point of contact
or you may accidentally drag an
item instead.
Quickly tap the screen twice on a
webpage or other application screen
to zoom (the application must support
the double-tap/zoom function). Within
the browser, double-tapping a
webpage section will cause the
browser to zoom and fit that section
to the width of the screen.
You can perform the following actions on the
touchscreen using your fingertip.
TOUCH:
TOUCH
AND
HOLD:
DRAG:
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About the Touchscreen
Your tablet comes equipped with an easy-touse touchscreen which allows access to the
tablet's functions. Use your finger tip to touch
the area of the screen where a control icon is
displayed. If you touch and hold the screen, it
will register as a continuous button press.
Protective Film
A thin film has been applied to the
touchscreen to protect it during shipping. The
protective film should be removed before use.
To remove it, simply take a corner of the film
and peel it away from the screen.
Touchscreen Actions
You can control the functions of the tablet by
using the touchscreen. To control the tablet
with the touchscreen, use your finger to
manipulate icons, buttons, menu items, the
onscreen key-board, and other items
displayed on the screen.
To avoid damaging the screen, do not touch it with
excessive force or with any object other than your
finger. For best response, make sure your hands
are clean before using the touchscreen controls.
To activate an on-screen item (e.g.,
application icons, buttons, menu
items, and the letter/symbols of the
on-screen keyboard), simply touch
them with your finger.
Some on-screen items have an
alternate action if you touch and
hold it (e.g., opening an alternate
menu, or to activate the drag
function). to touch and hold an item,
touch the item and do not lift your
finger until the action occurs.
Drag an on-screen item to change
its position (e.g., an application icon
on the home screen). To drag an
item, touch and hold it for a moment,
then without lifting your finger, move
your finger on the screen until the
item reaches its target destination.
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Know your ME Tablet
Know your ME Tablet
a. Go to Settings menu (In Home screen press
menu virtual key and select system settings)
b. Select Storage
c. Select Unmount SD card to unmount the
micro SD card. The card can be removed
once you see the "SD card Will be
unmounted" .
To release and remove a memory card:
1.UNMOUNT the memory card.
To avoid damage and data corruption, do not
remove a memory card while data is being
written to or read from the card. For example,
do not remove a card while playing a music
file stored on the card.
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Play media files stored on the memory card
(e.g., music, video, or photo files).
To insert a memory card:
1.Align the memory card with the card slot. The
metal contacts of the memory card should face
down towards the back panel.
2.Slide the card into the spring-loaded slot.
Push the card in until it clicks into place.
Inserting a Memory Card
The tablet supports microSD memory cards.
Insert a memory card into the microSD card slot
to:
Increase the memory capacity of your tablet.
Charging the Tablet
Tablet won't support USB charging mode.
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Do not attempt to insert objects other than a
microSD memory card into the card slot. A
compatible memory card should fit easily into
the card slot; if you encounter resistance,
check the alignment of the card
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The tablet comes with a built-in rechargeable
lithium-polymer battery.
Before using the tablet, the battery should be
charged fully.
To charge the battery:
1.Plug one end of the included power adapter
into an AC 110-240V outlet.
2.Plug the other end of the included power
adapter into the Power jack on the tablet.
3.Disconnect the power adapter when the
tablet is fully charged.
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Know your ME Tablet
Know your ME Tablet
Unlocking the Screen
When the screen turns off you will have to
unlock the screen when you turn it back on.
To unlock the screen, touch & hold lock icon
and slide towards unlock icon.
Turning the Screen ON and OFF
(Standby)
When the tablet is on, you can turn off the screen
to conserve battery power. Simply press the
Power key once to turn the screen off. Press the
Power key again to turn the screen back on.
To conserve battery power, the screen can be
set to turn off automatically when the tablet is
not in use (between 15 seconds and 30
minutes). This Screen timeout option can be
found in the display settings menu:
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if a password been set, enter the password
to finish unlocking the screen. The Screen
Unlock password can be set in the security
settings menu.
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Turning the Tablet ON and OFF
To turn the tablet on:
Press and hold the Power key until the
LCD screen turns on. Wait until the Home
screen appears; the tablet is now ready for
use.
To turn the tablet off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Power OFF menu appears.
Getting Started
3.Press OK to turn off the tablet.
2.Touch Power off on the screen. A confirmation
message will appear.
Charge the Tablet for 8-12 Hours
before start to use it
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Open the Launc her t o view a l ist
of all applications installed on the
t a b l e t . T o u c h t h e A l l A p p s
La nu che r to op en the La nuc he r.
(Not e:You c an swipe left a nd rig ht
to view additional screens.)
Widgets let you check email, flip through a
calendar, play mus ic, chec k social
streams, and more ¡ right from the home
screen, without having to launch apps. To
add widget press & hold any apps from all
apps launcher and you put it at home
screen at empty space
2. Context menus
Context menus contain items related to a
specific item on the screen. To view a context
menu, touch and hold an item on the screen.
For eg; If user touch & hold home screen,
option to change wallpaper appears.
About Menus
There are two types of menus used by the tablet.
1. Option menus
Option menus contain items related to the current
screen or application. To view an option menu, enter in
to the settings and press the Menu key available in the
right top corner. For eg: If user enter in to the settings
and select the storage and press the menu key, user
notice pop-up of USB Computer connection.
Not all screens or applications have an option
menu; if a menu does not exist, nothing will
happen if you press the Menu key.
Not all items have a context menu; if a menu
does not exist, nothing will happen if you
touch and hold the item.
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Getting Started
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Virtual buttons in the System Bar let you
nav igate i ns tantl y to Ba ck, Home,
Recent Apps and menu. The system Bar
and virtual buttons are pres ent across all
apps, but can be dimmed by applications
for full screen viewing.
Shows notification ic ons; touch over the
notifi cation window to open it. Under
notifi cations window you can find the
status of time, battery level, wifi signal
streng th, mail etc...
Home Screen at a Glance
The home screen is the starting point for all of
the features of your tablet.
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Description
No Name
Notifi cation
window
Virtual buttons
in the system
Bar
Widget s
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Launch er
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2. Select an available Wi-Fi network to
connect to:
In the same Wi-Fi settings menu above,
touch a network in the list.
If the network is open, tablet connects to
the router once you touch the desired
Wi-fi network.
If the network is secured (as indicated by
a Lock icon), the tablet will prompt you to
enter a password to connect. Touch the
Wireless password box to show the onscreen keyboard and then use it to enter
the password. Touch Connect to confirm.
When you have successfully connected to a
Wi-Fi network, the Notifications window at
the bottom of the screen will show a Wi-Fi
signal indicator.
1. Turn on the Wi-Fi radio if it is not already
on. To turn on Wi-Fi:
a. Press virtual home key from home screen
b. Touch system settings
c. Touch wi-fi to turn-on
d. Once wi-fi turned on, it will list available
access points in the range. User can do force
scan by touching scan option
When Wi-Fi is on, the tablet will look for and
display a list of available Wi-Fi networks.
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
The Notification window displays icons that
indicate your tablet's Wi-Fi status.
Requirements
In order to connect to the Internet, you will
need the following:
1. A wireless router or access point with a
broadband Internet connection
2.The wireless router network settings
You will need to know the name of your
network(SSID), as well as the password or
other credentials if your network is secured.
These settings can usually be found on the
administration webpage of your wireless
router. Please refer to your wireless router's
documentation for help, or ask your network
administrator for details.
Connecting to the Internet
This tablet can utilize Wi-Fi data networks to connect to the Internet.
You may encounter open Wi-Fi networks,
or "hotspots."These networks are usually
configured so that you can simply connect
to them without needing to know its settings;
the tablet will obtain all the information it
needs from the router automatically
[no icon]
Connected to a Wi-Fi network
(waves indicate connection strength).
There are no Wi-Fi networks in range,
or the Wi-Fi radio is off.
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Connecting to the Internet
To learn about how to add a Wi-Fi network
when it is not in range or when the router is
set to obscure the network name (SSID);
or to configure advanced Wi-Fi options,
please refer to the manual.
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Connecting to proxy server through wi-fi
Step 1: Press the Notification
Window and Select the Settings.
Step 2: In the following screen, make sure
Wi-Fi is switched on
Step 3: Now long press on the network with
which the proxy settings is to be used
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Step 4: In the following screen select
Modify Network option
Step 5: Now click on Show Advanced
option
Step 6: In the following screen, in the Proxy
Settings option please select Manual Option
Step 7: Now, enter the proxy details (Proxy
Hostname & Proxy Port) as given by the
network administrator
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Connecting to proxy server through wi-fi
Browsing the Web
To use Browser, the tablet must
be connected to the Internet.
Read the section "Connecting
to the Internet" to learn how to
connect to the Internet.
Description
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Browser
The Android Browser offers an experience that’s as rich and convenient as a desktop browser.
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Step 8: Also please ensure that the correct
IP settings are done, as provided by the
network administrator
Step 9: Now click on Save option.
Address bar
Search tool
To open new tab (max 16 tabs)
To bookmark the visited web
page
To view book marked pages, To
history & saved pages
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No.
To bookmark a webpage.
Bookmark your favorite webpages in order to
visit them quickly without entering a URL.
1. Go to the webpage that you want to
bookmark
2. Touch the Bookmark icon to the right of the
Address bar.
3. Touch the Add tile.
4. If desired, you can modify the name of the
bookmark or its location (URL address).
Otherwise, touch OK to finish adding the
bookmark.
1. Select the Mail from All apps Launcher.
2. Enter the email address and password.
3. Select Next for auto configuration of mail
settings
4.If auto conf igu rat ion fails manually imap
settings has to be fed by sel ecting Man ual
setup
Note: For setting details contact your network
administrator.
Mail Configuration
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This Tablet can use the Bluetooth to transfer files
between two devices and also able to stream the
audio through Bluetooth headphone.
1.To Turn ON the Bluetooth, under settings touch
“Bluetooth” to Turn it ON
2.Touch “SEARCH FOR DEVICES”, to list the
Bluetooth enabled device
3.Touch the device which needs to be paired and
follow on-screen instruction at both the device to
pair each other.
4.User able to see the list of device which are paired under PAIRED DEVICES and list of unpaired Bluetooth enabled device under DEVICES AVAILABLE
5.Touch menu key to get Bluetooth settings (Rename tablet, Visibility timeout, Show files
received) to customize the bluetooth .
To receive the files
1.User notifies
notification at notification panel
2.Expand the notification panel and touch
the
3.Touch the Accept to receive the file
Bluetooth connectivity
To send the files
1.Open Gallery
2.Select the file which has to be shared
3.Touch menu key and touch share
4.Select
5.Select the device to which it has to be sent
6.User can able to see file sending progress in
notification panel
Bluetooth Connectivity
Mail Configuration
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Optional Connections
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Connecting to a Computer
Connect the tablet to a computer to transfer files.
1. Connect your tablet to the computer. With the
included USB cable:
Plug the small end of the cable into the USB 2.0
Hi-speed connector of the tablet.
Plug the large end of the cable into an available
USB 2.0 Hi-speed port on the computer.
2.When your tablet is connected, a USB icon will
appear in the Notification window.
Touch Notification window to expand.
3. Mount the storage drive.
Touch USB connected to mount the tablet's
built-in storage, then touch Turn on USB
storage when prompted to confirm. When
mounted, you can copy files to/from your
computer to it.
Optional Connections
Optional Connections
Your tablet will be recognized by the computer as a
Removable Storage drive. Drag and drop files
between your tablet and the computer. To learn
more about copying files, please refer to the
documentation included with your computer or
operating system.
Connect a pair of Earphones to the tablet to enjoy media in private.
Lower the volume level of the tablet before connecting Earphones, and then slowly raise the
volume to a comfortable listening level.
The Earphones must have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) plug.
When Earphones are connected, speaker output will be disabled automatically.
Connecting Earphones
Constant exposure to high volumes can lead
to hearing loss. If you should experience
rin ging in the ears or hearing loss,
discontinue use and seek medical advice.
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Optional Connections
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Accessing USB Drive and Micro SD Card
Follow the steps given below to access USB Pen drive:
Step 1:
For accessing USB Pen drive, open file manager from all apps launcher and touch Udisk.
Access SD Card: To open SD Card open /sdcard/tflash/.
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Setting the System Options
Setting the System Options
Open the system settings menu to adjust how the tablet looks and functions.
To open the Settings menu:
1.From the Home screen, press the virtual Menu key.
2.Select system Settings to open the Settings menu.
The settings are grouped by category. Select a category to open and customize the settings.
System settings
Wireless & Networks
Wi-Fi
Data usage
More
Used to turn on and off the wi-fi and options available to set the wi-fi settings
Data usage controls let you monitor total usage by network type and
application and then set limits if needed.
Option available to configure the 3G dongle (for detail refer "Connecting 3G
dongle section")
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Device
Sound
Display
Storage
Used to customize the sound settings of your Tablet.
Used to control brightness, sleep time & auto rotate screen.
Used to view storage details of device and external micro SD card if used and
also option available to mount & un-mount the micro SD card.
Battery
Used to view battery level & split up details of power consumption of the
device.
Apps
Used to manage the applications in terms of viewing current running apps,
installed apps, un-installing etc...)
Personal
Account &
sync
Used to add an account & to control the sync status of your device with
configured Accounts.
Security
Options available to secure your device.
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Language &
input
Used to select the language, keyboard layout and to add the new words to
the dictionary.
Back up &
reset
Used to back up your data & to do factory data reset.
System
Date & Time
Used to set the date, time, time zone etc...
Accessibility
Option to enhance the accessibility of Android 4.0 for blind or visually
impaired users, supportable apps are required for its full functionality.
Developer
Option
Options available for de-bugging purpose.
Note: Suggesting not to change any settings.
HCL ME
Tablet Info
Used to view system information.
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Specifications
Design, specifications, and manual are subject to change without notice.
Processor
RAM
Storage
Display
Wi-Fi
Networking
Bluetooth
Audio Output
Video
formats
1 GB DDR3
MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, AVS,
VC-1, RV, VP6/VP8, Sorenson
Spark, MVC 1920x1080P 60FPS
3.5 mm headphone
1.2GHz Cortex A9 Dual Core CPU
Built-in flash memory 8GB/
16GB(Optional)
Support external TF card,
maximum capacity of 32GB
9.7" touchscreen(Capacitive)
TFT LCD (1024 x 768),
XGA Widescreen, IPS2 Panel
Wi-Fi Direct Enabled
IEEE 802.11 (b/g/n)
Bluetooth v4.0 + EDR
Audio
formats
Image
formats
PC
Interface
Additional
Features
Operating
System
MP3/WMA/WAV/OGG/OGA/
APE/FLAC/AAC/M4A/3GPP
JPEG/BMP/PNG
Built-in microphone
Front facing camera(0.3MP)
Built-in speaker
Rear facing camera(2.0MP)
Android 4.0.4
Rechargeable Li-poly battery
(3.7V, 7000mAh)
Power Adapter(DC 9V)
USB 2.0 Hi-speed and USB
2.0 (OTG)
Power
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HCL 24 X 7 Support
For Customer Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this information for
future
HCL 24x7 Support
Serial Number
Model Number
Basic Troubleshooting
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If the product suddenly has no response or powers off, an electrostatic discharge may
be the cause. In this circumstance, please follow the procedures below for recovery:
Basic Troubleshooting
Reset the Tablet (use a paper clip to gently ress the Reset button on the bottom of the
Tablet).
Turn on the unit again.
Warning: By doing Factory data reset, application which are installed will be erased.
Below is the process to do factory reset, by doing this it will restore the default optimal setting
and clear the applications which are residing at data memory space (Follow this instruction if
system seems to work unstable, after doing this also problem didn't solve then please contact
HCL support Centre).
Touch virtual menu key from home screen
Touch system settings
Scroll down to Backup & Reset and select it
Touch Factory data reset & follow on-screen instruction
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Important Handling Instructions
1. Read Instructions:
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions:
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings:
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions:
All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning:
Unplug product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning which is bundled along with Tablet.
6. Water and Moisture:
Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in wet basements, or near a swimming pool and the like).
7. Power Sources:
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
Important Handling Instructions
Important Handling Instructions
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dealer. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
8. Overloading:
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
9. Object and Liquid Entry:
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or shout-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
10. Servicing:
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
11.Damage Requiring Service:
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a) when the power-supply or plug is damaged;
b) if liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into the product;
c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation;
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e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way;
f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for
service.
12.Replacement Parts:
When replacement parts are required, be sure that your service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
13.Safety Check:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
14.Heat:
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
15. Dropping:
Don't drop the product over hard surface or strike the product with hard substance which
leads to damage of the product because some parts are made up of glass.
16.Usage during charging:
While changing, your tablet may get warm on connecter end side. For prolong usage hold
the tablet to opposite end of connecter side for better comfort.
Important Handling Instructions
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