Lenovo TAB A8-50
Important Product Information Guide v1.0
Read first-Regulatory information
Read first-Regulatory information
Device models equipped with wireless communications comply with the radio frequency and
safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. In
addition, if your product contains a telecom modem, it complies with the requirements for
connection to the telephone network in your country.
Be sure to read the Regulatory Notice for your country or region before using the wireless
devices contained in your device. To obtain a PDF version of the Regulatory Notice, refer to
the “Downloading publications” section below.
Downloading publicatio ns
Electronic versions of your publications are available from the
http://support.lenovo.com. To download the publications for your device, go to:
http://support.lenovo.com and follow the instructions on the screen.
Accessing your User Guide
Your User Guide contains detailed information about your device. To access your User Guide,
use one of the following methods:
Go to: http://support.lenovo.com and follow the instructions on the screen.
Start your device, access User Guide from the Browser favorites.
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Service and Support information
Service and Support information
The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product,
during the warranty period or throughout the life of your product. Refer to the Lenovo Limited
Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. See “Lenovo Limited Warranty
notice” later in this document for details on accessing the full warranty.
Online technical support
Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at
http://www.lenovo.com/support.
Telephone technical support
You can get help and information from the Customer Support Center by telephone. Before
contacting a Lenovo technical support representative, please have the following information
available: model and serial number, the exact wording of any error message, and a description
of the problem.
Your technical support representative might want to walk you through the problem while you
are at your device during the call.
Worldwide Lenovo Support telephone list
Important: Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. The most up-to-date
telephone list for the Customer Support Center is always available at
http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone.
If the telephone number for your country or region is not listed, contact your Lenovo reseller or
Lenovo marketing representative.
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Important safety and handling information
Important safety and handling information
Important: To avoid personal injury, property damage, or accidental damage to the product,
read all of the information in this section before using the product.
For additional tips to help you operate your device safely, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/safety.
Handle your device with care
Do not drop, bend, or puncture your device; do not insert foreign objects into or place heavy
objects on your device. Sensitive components inside might become damaged.
Your device screen is made of glass. The glass might break if the device is dropped on a hard
surface, is the subject of a high impact, or is crushed by a heavy object. If the glass chips or
cracks, do not touch the broken glass or attempt to remove it from the device. Stop using the
device immediately and contact Lenovo technical support for repair, replacement, or disposal
information.
When using your device, keep it away from hot or high-voltage environments, such as electric
appliances, electric heating equipment, or electric cooking equipment. Use your device only in
the temperature range of 0°C (32°F)—40°C (104°F)(storage -20°C (-4°F)—60 °C (140°F)) to
avoid damage.
Do not disassemble or modify your device
Your device is a sealed unit. There are no end-user serviceable parts inside. All internal repairs
must be done by a Lenovo-authorized re pair facility or a Lenovo-author ized technician.
Attempting to open or modify your device will void the warranty.
Built-in rechargeable battery notice
DANGER:
Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium ion battery. Contact Lenovo
Support for factory replacement.
Rechargeable battery notice
CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
When replacing the lithium battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is
recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not
properly used, handled, or disposed of.
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Important safety and handling information
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions
Do not:
Throw or immerse into water
Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
Repair or disassemble
Plastic bag notice
DANGER:
Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children to
avoid danger of suffocation.
Adapter information
Prevent your device and ac adapter from getting wet
Do not immerse your device in water or leave your device in a location where it can get
saturated with water or other liquids.
Use approved charging methods only
You can use any of the following charging methods to safely recharge the internal battery of
your device:
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Important safety and handling information
Charging method Display on Display off
ac adapter Supported, but the
USB connection between the
dc-in connector on the device
and a USB connector on a
personal computer or other
device that comply with the USB
2.0 standards.
Users have to use the connection
to USB interfaces with USB 2.0
version or higher.
Notes:
Display on: Device on
Display off: Device off or in screen lock mode
Charging devices might become warm during normal use. Ensure that you have adequate
ventilation around the charging device. Unplug the charging device if any of the following
occurs:
The charging device has been exposed to rain, liquid, or excessive moisture.
The charging device shows signs of physical damage.
You want to clean the charging device.
Lenovo is not responsible for the performance or safety of products not manufactured or
approved by Lenovo. Use only approved Lenovo ac adapters and batteries.
Prevent hearing damage
Your device has a headphone connector. Always use the headphone connector for
headphones (also called a headset) or earphones.
CAUTION:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Adjustment of the equalizer to maximum increases the earphone and headphone output
voltage and the sound pressure level. Therefore, to protect your hearing, adjust the
equalizer to an appropriate leve l.
battery will charge
slowly.
Supported, but will
compensate power
consumption and the
battery will charge
more slowly than
usual.
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Supported
Supported, but the battery will
charge slowly.
Important safety and handling information
Excessive use of headphones or earphones for a long period of time at high volume can be
dangerous if the output of the headphone or earphone connectors do not comply with
specifications of EN 50332-2.
The headphone output connector of your device complies with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. This
specification limits the device's maximum wide band t rue RMS output voltage to 150 mV. To
help protect against hearing loss, ensure that the headphones or earphones you use also
comply with EN 50332-2 (Clause 7 limits) for a wide band characteristic voltage of 75 mV.
Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-2 can be dangerous due to excessive
sound pressure levels.
If your device came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the combination
of the headphones or earphones and the device already complies with the specifications of EN
50332-1. If different headphones or earphones are used, ensure that they comply with EN
50332-1 (Clause 6.5 Limitation Val ues). Using headphones that do not com ply with EN
50332-1 can be dangerous due to exces sive sound pressure levels.
Sound pressure warning statement
For the device that is tested in accordance with EN 60950-1:
2006+A11:2009:+A1:2010+A12:2011, it is mandatory to perform audio tests for EN50332.
This device has been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement laid down
in the applicable EN 50332-1 and/or EN 50332-2 standards. Permanent hearing loss may
occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
Warning statement:
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for a long period of
time.
Take care when using your device in a motor vehicle or on a bicycle
Always prioritize your safety and the safety of others. Follow the law. Local laws and
regulations might govern how you can use mobile electronic devices, such as your device,
while you drive a motor vehicle or ride a bicycle.
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