Lenovo Helix User Manual

ThinkPad Helix User Guide

Machine Types: 20CG and 20CH

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the following:

•Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide

•Regulatory Notice

•“Important safety and handling information” on page iii

•Appendix E “Notices” on page 117

The latest Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide and the Regulatory Notice are available on the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals.

Second Edition (February 2015)

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LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Contents

Read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . .		iii
Important safety and handling information . . . .	.	iii
Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . .	.	1
Tablet layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	1
Front view and side view . . . . . . . . .	.	1
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	3
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	7
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . .	.	8
Lenovo programs . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	8
Chapter 2. Using your tablet . . . . .		11
Initial setup instructions . . . . . . . . . . .		11
Using the multi-touch screen . . . . . . . . .		11
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . .		13
Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . .		13
Extending the battery life between charges. .		14
Checking the battery status . . . . . . . .		15
Using the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active
Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		15
Using the On-Screen Keyboard or the touch
keyboard and handwriting panel. . . . . . . .		17
Changing the startup behavior to open either the
desktop or the Start screen. . . . . . . . . .		17
Attaching an Ethernet cable . . . . . . . . .		17
Downloading games and applications . . . . .		18
Using the fingerprint reader. . . . . . . . . .		18
Using the ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover . . .		21
Using the cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . .		23
Using the micro-SD-card reader . . . . . . . .		23
Using a smart card . . . . . . . . . . . . .		25
Using HDMI devices . . . . . . . . . . . .		28
Using synchronization solutions . . . . . . . .		28
Using the Global Navigation Satellite System
receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		29
Turning off the tablet . . . . . . . . . . . .		29
Chapter 3. Wireless networks and
devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		31
Installing and removing the micro SIM card . . .		31
Determining which mobile network you are using .		33
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network . . . . . . . .		33
Connecting to a mobile network . . . . . . . .		34
Sharing your Internet connection . . . . . . .		35
Using Bluetooth devices . . . . . . . . . . .		35
Using the NFC connection . . . . . . . . . .		36

Chapter 4. You and your tablet . . . .	41
Comfort and accessibility . . . . . . . . . .	41
Using your tablet more comfortably . . . .	41
Accessibility information . . . . . . . . .	41
Getting updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	44
Traveling with your tablet. . . . . . . . . . .	44
Travel tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	44
Travel accessories . . . . . . . . . . .	45
Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .	45

Chapter 5. ThinkPad Helix options . .	47
ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Keyboard . . . . . .	47
Overview of the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	47
Using the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48
ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard. . . . .	53
Overview of the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Using the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55
ThinkPad Tablet Dock . . . . . . . . . . . .	65
Overview of the ThinkPad Tablet Dock . . .	65
Using the ThinkPad Tablet Dock . . . . . .	67

Chapter 6. Security . . . . . . . . . .	69
Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	69
Typing passwords . . . . . . . . . . .	69
Passwords and sleep mode. . . . . . . .	69
Power-on password . . . . . . . . . . .	69
Supervisor password . . . . . . . . . .	70
Hard disk passwords . . . . . . . . . .	71
Hard disk security . . . . . . . . . . .	73
Using the security chip . . . . . . . . . . .	74
Using firewalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	74
Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . .	74

Chapter 7. Advanced configuration . .	77
Installing device drivers . . . . . . . . . . .	77
ThinkPad Tablet Setup . . . . . . . . . . .	77
Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	78
Config menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	78
Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80
Startup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .	84
Restart menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85
Updating your system UEFI BIOS . . . . .	86
Using system management. . . . . . . . . .	86
System management . . . . . . . . . .	86

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Chapter 8. Troubleshooting
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	89
Diagnosing problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	89
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	89
Recovering from a severe software problem . . .	91
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	91

Chapter 9. Recovery information . . .	93
Refreshing your tablet . . . . . . . . . . . .	93
Resetting your tablet to the factory default
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	93
Using the advanced startup options . . . . . .	94
Recovering your operating system if Windows 8.1
fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	94
Creating and using recovery media . . . . . .	94

Chapter 10. Getting support . . . . .	97
Locating important product information . . . . .	97
Lenovo technical support . . . . . . . . . .	98
Lenovo user forums. . . . . . . . . . . . .	99
Finding ThinkPad options . . . . . . . . . .	99
Purchasing additional services . . . . . . . .	99
Appendix A. Regulatory
information . . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Wireless related information . . . . . . . . .	101
Locating the UltraConnect™ wireless
antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Locating wireless regulatory notices . . . .	103
Certification related information . . . . . .	103
Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . .	103
Electronic emission notices. . . . . . . . . .	103
Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .	103
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance
statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	104
European Union - Compliance to the
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive . . .	104
German Class B compliance statement . . .	104

Korea Class B compliance statement . . . . 105

Japanese VCCI Class B statement . . . . . 105

Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per

phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Lenovo product service information for

Taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Eurasian compliance mark . . . . . . . . . . 105

Brazil regulatory notice . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Mexico regulatory notice. . . . . . . . . . . 105

Appendix B. WEEE and recycling information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Important WEEE information . . . . . . . . . 107

Recycling information for China . . . . . . . . 107

Recycling information for Japan . . . . . . . . 107

Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . . 108

Battery recycling information for Taiwan. . . . . 109

Battery recycling information for the United States

and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Battery recycling information for the European

Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

China recycling information for Waste Electrical

and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . 110

Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) . . . . 111

European Union RoHS . . . . . . . . . . .	111
China RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	112
Turkish RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	112
Ukraine RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	113
India RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	113

Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Appendix E. Notices . . . . . . . . . 117

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

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Read this first

Be sure to follow the important tips given here to get the most use and enjoyment out of the tablet. Failure to do so might lead to discomfort or injury, or cause the tablet to fail.

Important safety and handling information

To avoid personal injury, property damage, or accidental damage to your ThinkPad® Helix (hereafter called the tablet), read all of the information in this section before using it.

For detailed operating instructions, refer to the ThinkPad Helix User Guide (this publication). You can access the ThinkPad Helix User Guide by using one of the following methods:

•Go to http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals and follow the instructions on the screen.

•Open Windows® Help and Support. Then tap Lenovo User Guide.

For additional tips to help you operate the tablet safely, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/safety

Handle your tablet with care:

Do not drop, bend, puncture, insert foreign objects, or place heavy objects on your tablet. Sensitive components inside might become damaged.

Your tablet screen is made of glass. The glass might break if the tablet 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 tablet. Stop using the tablet immediately and contact Lenovo® technical support for repair, replacement, or disposal information.

Do not disassemble or modify your tablet:

Your tablet is a sealed unit. There are no end-user serviceable parts inside. All internal repairs must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or a Lenovo-authorized technician. Attempting to open or modify your tablet will void the warranty.

General battery notice

DANGER

Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. A battery other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery is not covered by the warranty.

Battery abuse or mishandling can cause overheat, liquid leakage, or an explosion. To avoid possible injury, do the following:

•Do not open, dissemble, or service any battery.

•Do not crush or puncture the battery.

•Do not short-circuit the battery, or expose it to water or other liquids.

•Keep the battery away from children

•Keep the battery away from fire.

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Stop using the battery if it is damaged, or if you notice any discharge or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads.

Store the rechargeable batteries or products containing the rechargeable batteries at room temperature, charged to approximately 30 to 50% of capacity. We recommend that the batteries be charged about once per year to prevent overdischarge.

Do not put the battery in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations.

Notice for built-in rechargeable battery

DANGER

Do not attempt to replace the built-in rechargeable battery. Replacement of the battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician.

Only recharge the built-in rechargeable battery strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation.

The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations.

Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery

DANGER

Do not attempt to replace the non-rechargeable coin-cell battery. Replacement of the battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or a Lenovo-authorized technician.

Do not put the battery in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations. The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations.

The following statement applies to users in the state of California, U.S.A.

California Perchlorate Information:

Products containing manganese dioxide lithium coin-cell batteries may contain perchlorate.

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Prevent your tablet and adapter from getting wet:

Do not immerse your tablet in water or leave it in a location where it can get saturated with water or other liquids.

Use supported charging methods only:

To recharge the internal battery of your tablet safely, see “Charging the battery” on page 13.

Attention: Use only Lenovo-approved ac power adapters and power cords. Unauthorized ac power adapters and power cords could severely damage the tablet.

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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.

Prevent hearing damage:

Your tablet has a combo audio connector that you can use 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 level.

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 tablet complies with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. This specification limits the tablet's maximum wide band true 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 tablet came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the combination of the headphones or earphones and the tablet 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 Values). Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-1 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels.

Take care when using your tablet 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 tablet, while you drive a motor vehicle or ride a bicycle.

Dispose according to local laws and regulations:

When your tablet reaches the end of its useful life, do not crush, incinerate, immerse in water, or dispose of your tablet in any manner contrary to local laws and regulations. Some internal parts contain substances that can explode, leak, or have an adverse environmental affect if disposed of incorrectly.

See Appendix B “WEEE and recycling information” on page 107 for additional information.

Keep your tablet and accessories away from small children:

Your tablet contains small parts that can be a choking hazard to small children. Additionally, the glass screen can break or crack if dropped on or thrown against a hard surface.

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Protect your data and software:

Do not delete unknown files or change the name of files or directories that were not created by you; otherwise, your tablet software might fail to work.

Be aware that accessing network resources can leave your tablet vulnerable to viruses, hackers, spyware, and other malicious activities that might damage your tablet, software, or data. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have adequate protection in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep this software up to date.

Keep electrical appliances such as an electric fan, radio, high-powered speakers, air conditioner, and microwave oven away from your tablet because the strong magnetic fields generated by these appliances can damage the screen and the data on the tablet.

Be aware of heat generated by your tablet:

When your tablet is turned on or the battery is charging, some parts might become hot. The temperature that they reach depends on the amount of system activity and the level of charge in the battery. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the tablet for any extended time.

Plastic bag notice

DANGER

Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children to avoid danger of suffocation.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) cable and cord notice

Many personal computer products and accessories contain cords, cables or wires, such as power cords or cords to connect the accessory to a personal computer. If this product has such a cord, cable or wire, then the following warning applies:

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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Chapter 1. Product overview

This chapter provides an overview of the tablet, including the locations of connectors and controls, tablet features, accessories, specifications, operating environment, and preinstalled Lenovo programs.

Tablet layout

This topic introduces the tablet hardware features to give you the basic information you need to start using the tablet.

Front view and side view

Note: Your tablet might look slightly different from the following illustration.

			Microphones				Camera-in-use indicator
	1				2
			Front-facing camera				Ambient light sensor
	3				4
			NFC touchpoint (on some models)				Windows Start-screen control
	5				6
			Screen-rotation-lock button				Power button
	7				8
			Audio connector				Volume-control buttons
	9				10
			Micro-SIM-card slot (on some models)				Micro-SD-card slot
	11				12
			USB 3.0 connector				Micro HDMI™ connector
	13				14
			Keyboard connector				Dock connector
	15				16
			Power connector				Emergency-reset hole
	17				18

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1	Microphones

The built-in microphones capture sound and voice when they are used with an application capable of handling audio.

2	Camera-in-use indicator

When you start either the front facing camera or the rear-facing camera, the camera-in-use indicator turns on automatically.

3	Front-facing camera

Your tablet has a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. You can use the camera to take pictures, create videos, or make video calls in collaboration with Web applications. When the camera is started, the camera-in-use indicator turns on. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on page 23.

4	Ambient light sensor

The ambient light sensor detects the brightness of the environment. The screen brightness automatically adjusts depending on the ambient light conditions detected by the ambient light sensor.

5	NFC touchpoint (on some models)

If you find a near field communication (NFC) touchpoint on the right side of the display, it indicates that your tablet supports the NFC feature. For more information about the NFC feature, see “Using the NFC connection” on page 36.

6	Windows Start-screen control

Tap the Windows Start-screen control to go to the Start screen.

7	Screen-rotation-lock button

Press the button to enable or disable the screen auto-rotation function.

8	Power button

Press the power button to turn on the tablet.

To turn off the tablet, swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms. Then tap Settings Power Shut down.

If the tablet stops responding and you cannot turn it off, press and hold the power button for four seconds or more.

You also can program the power button so that by pressing the power button you can shut down the tablet or put it into sleep or hibernation mode. To achieve this, change your power plan settings. To access power plan settings, do the following:

1.From the desktop, tap the battery-status icon in the Windows notification area.

2.Tap More power options.

3.In the navigation panel, tap Choose what the power button does.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings according to your preference.

9	Audio connector

Connect headphones or a headset to listen to stereo sound from the tablet. You also can connect a headset to record audio or make calls.

Note: The audio connector does not support a conventional microphone.

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10	Volume-control buttons

Press the volume-up or volume-down button to adjust the tablet volume.

11	Micro-SIM-card slot (on some models)

Open the protective cover to access the micro Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card slot. Insert a micro SIM card to establish a wireless wide area network (WAN) connection. For instructions on how to install or remove a micro SIM card, see “Installing and removing the micro SIM card” on page 31.

12	Micro-SD-card slot

Open the protective cover to access the micro secure digital (SD) card reader. Insert a micro SD card into the micro-SD-card slot for data access or storage. For more information, see “Using the micro-SD-card reader” on page 23.

13	USB 3.0 connector

The USB 3.0 connector is used for connecting USB-compatible devices, such as a USB printer, USB mouse, USB keyboard, USB memory key, or a digital camera.

Attention: When you attach a USB cable to this USB connector, ensure that the USB mark is facing upward. Otherwise the connector might get damaged.

14	Micro HDMITM connector

Your tablet has a micro High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, which is a digital audio and video interface that can connect a compatible digital audio device or video display such as a high-definition television (HDTV). For more information, see “Using HDMI devices” on page 28.

15	Keyboard connector

Use this connector to connect a ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook™ Keyboard. For more information, see “ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Keyboard” on page 47.

16	Dock connector

Use this connector to connect a ThinkPad Tablet Dock and ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard. For more information, see “ThinkPad Tablet Dock” on page 65 and “ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard” on page 53.

17	Power connector

Use this connector with the supplied power cord and the ac power adapter to charge the tablet when the battery power is low.

For more information, see “Charging the battery” on page 13.

18	Emergency-reset hole

If the tablet stops responding and you cannot turn it off by pressing the power button, remove the ac power adapter and insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency-reset hole to reset the tablet.

Rear view

Note: Your tablet might look slightly different from the following illustration.

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		Rear-facing camera			Smart card slot (on some models)
	1			2
		System-status indicator			Speakers
	3			4
		Fingerprint reader (on some models)
	5

1	Rear-facing camera

Your tablet has an 5-megapixel rear-facing camera. You can use the camera to take pictures and create videos. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on page 23.

2	Smart card slot (on some models)

Your tablet might have a smart card slot. For more information, see “Using a smart card ” on page 25.

3	System-status indicator

The illuminated dot in the ThinkPad logo on the backside of the tablet works as a system-status indicator.

•Blinks three times: The tablet is connected to a power source.

•On: The tablet is on and in use.

•Off: The tablet is off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.

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Speakers

The integrated speakers provide audio output for video and music playback.

Note: If the tablet is attached to the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard, the speaker volume and mute settings follow the speaker setting of the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard.

5	Fingerprint reader (on some models)

Fingerprint authentication technology provides simple and secure user access by associating your fingerprint with a password. For more information, see “Using the fingerprint reader” on page 18.

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Accessories

The following are some examples of accessories available for your tablet. Depending on your tablet model, some accessories might already be shipped with your tablet. If your tablet does not come with some of the accessories, you can purchase them from the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/essentials or from a Lenovo reseller.

1Power cord and ac power adapter: Use the power cord together with the ac power adapter to provide ac power to your tablet and charge the battery.

2ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover (on some models): You can attached a ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover to your tablet magnetically. Use the cover to do the following:

•Protect the tablet screen.

•Wake up the tablet or put the tablet into sleep mode conveniently.

•Launch the camera automatically.

•Serve as a stand for the tablet.

For more information, see “Using the ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover” on page 21.

3Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen (on some models): Use the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen to input text or draw graphics in a natural manner and perform other operations without tapping the screen with your finger. For more information, see “Using the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen” on page 15.

4Lenovo Micro HDMI To VGA Adapter (on some models): Use this adapter to connect your tablet

to a VGA-compatible external display.

For more information, see “Using HDMI devices” on page 28.

5 Lenovo Mini-DisplayPort to VGA Adapter (on some models): When your tablet is attached to the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard, use this adapter to connect your tablet to a VGA-compatible external display.

To locate the Mini DisplayPort connector on the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard, see “Overview of the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard” on page 53.

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6 ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter (on some models): Use this adapter to connect your tablet to a local network or a broadband connection.

For more information, see “Attaching an Ethernet cable” on page 17.

For more information about other options available for your tablet, see Chapter 5 “ThinkPad Helix options” on page 47.

Features

Processor

•To view the microprocessor information of your tablet, go to the desktop screen, and then move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then click Settings PC info.

Operating system

• Microsoft® Windows 8.1

Memory

• 4 GB or 8 GB

Internal storage

• M.2 solid-state drive

Display

•Anti-reflective, Gorilla Glass

•Size: 294.5 mm (11.6 inches)

•Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels

•Automatic brightness control (ambient light sensor)

•In-plane switching technology for fast response time, wide viewing angle, and high-quality color reproduction

•Light-emitting diode (LED) backlight technology

•Multi-touch technology

Integrated cameras

•Front-facing camera, 2 megapixels

•Rear-facing camera, 5 megapixels, auto-focus

Connectors on the tablet

•Audio connector

•Power connector

•Keyboard connector

•Dock connector

•Micro HDMI connector

•USB 3.0 connector

Connectors on the keyboard

• ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Keyboard: USB 2.0 connector

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• ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard: Always On USB 3.0 connector and Mini DisplayPort® connector

Card slot

•Micro-SD-card slot

•Micro-SIM-card slot (available on some models)

•Smart card slot (available on some models)

Wireless features

•Bluetooth 4.0

•Wireless LAN

•Wireless WAN (available on some models)

•NFC (available on some models)

•Global Navigation Satellite System (available on some models)

Security feature

Fingerprint reader (available on some models)

Specifications

Tablet size

•Width: 301.1 mm (11.85 inches)

•Depth: 192.5 mm (7.58 inches)

•Height:

–For models without a smart card slot: 9.6 mm (0.38 inch)

–For models with a smart card slot: 19.35 mm (0.76 inch)

ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Keyboard size

•Width: 301.1 mm (11.85 inches)

•Depth: 215.7 mm (8.49 inches)

•Height: 7.3 mm (0.29 inches) to 25.4 mm (1.0 inches)

ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard size

•Width: 301.1 mm (11.85 inches)

•Depth: 213.3 mm (8.4 inches)

•Height: 20.2 mm (0.8 inches)

Battery

•For the tablet: 35 Wh Li-Polymer battery

•For the ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard: 26 Wh Li-Polymer battery

Power source (ac power adapter)

•Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz

•Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 V ac to 240 V ac

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Operating environment

•Maximum altitude without pressurization: 5000 m (16 404 ft)

•Temperature:

– At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)

Operating: 5.0°C to 35.0°C (41°F to 95°F)

Storage: 5.0°C to 43.0°C (41°F to 109°F)

– At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)

Maximum temperature when operating under unpressurized conditions: 31.3°C (88°F)

•Relative humidity:

–Operating: 8% to 95%

–Storage: 5% to 95%

If possible, place your tablet in a dry, well-ventilated area without direct exposure to sunshine. Do not use or store your tablet in dusty, dirty areas, or extremely hot or cold areas.

Lenovo programs

Your tablet comes with Lenovo programs to help you work more easily and securely.

To access Lenovo programs, swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms. Then tap the Search charm to search for the desired program.

The following table provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs that might be preinstalled on your tablet.

Note: Preinstalled Lenovo programs vary by geographic locations and are subject to change.

Lenovo Program	Description
Lenovo Companion	Your system’s best features should be easy to access and understand. With Companion,
	they are.
	Use Companion to register your tablet, access your user manual, manage system health and
	update, check the warranty status, and see accessories customized for your tablet. You also
	can read hints and tips, explore Lenovo forums, and stay up-to-date on technology news
	with articles and blogs from trusted sources. This app is filled with exclusive Lenovo content
	to help you learn about your new system.
Lenovo	Control your tablet remotely through your smartphone. For example, control the pointer,
QuickControl	change projection settings, and manage foreground applications and windows.
Lenovo Reach	Enhance your cloud experience. Lenovo Reach keeps you connected at all times and enables
	you to access all your favorite items from personal tablets, smartphones, or tablets. With
	Lenovo Reach, you can add your favorite Web services to your cloud desktop; stay logged in
	to Web sites with the cloud password manager; and access, edit, and share your files from
	anywhere.
Lenovo Settings	Enhance your computing experience by configuring camera and microphone settings,
	optimizing your power settings, and creating and managing multiple network profiles.
SHAREit	Share files easily and rapidly across devices such as computers and smartphones, even
	without any Internet connection. You can connect to your friends and send photos, folders, and
	other files through SHAREit. Every sharing is quick and simple.

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Lenovo Program	Description
Lenovo Solution	Troubleshoot and resolve tablet problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information
Center	collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum
	system performance.
System Update	Keep the software on your tablet up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages,
	including Lenovo programs, device drivers, Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) basic
	input/output system (BIOS) updates, and other third-party programs.

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Chapter 2. Using your tablet

This chapter provides instructions on how to use some basic applications and tablet features.

Initial setup instructions

To use the tablet the first time after you take it out of the box, ensure that you follow the instructions below:

1.Connect the power cord to the ac power adapter 1 . Then, connect the power connector of the ac power adapter to the power connector on the tablet 2 .

2.Plug the power cord into a standard ac power outlet 3 .

3.Press and release the power button to turn on the tablet.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the initial setup.

Using the multi-touch screen

This topic provides instructions on how to use the multi-touch screen.

Note: Your tablet screen might look different from the following illustrations.

Tap

Tap on the screen to open an app or perform an action on an open app, such as

Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app.

Drag

Drag an item to the desired location to move an object.

Slide

Slide leftward or rightward on the screen to scroll through items, such as lists, pages, and photos.

Zoom out

Put two fingers on the screen and move them closer together to zoom out.

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Zoom in

Put two fingers on the screen and move them farther apart to zoom in.

Tap and hold

Tap and hold on the screen to open a menu with multiple options.

Swipe in and out on the left edge

Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen to view the recently used apps or select an active app from the list.

Rotate

Put two or more fingers on an item, and then rotate your fingers clockwise or counterclockwise(supported only on some apps).

Swipe from the right edge

Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms that contain system commands, such as Start,

Settings, Search, Share, and Devices.

Swipe from the left edge

Swipe in from the left edge of the screen to cycle through and switch to open apps.

Swipe up to the top edge

Swipe up to the top edge of the screen to view all apps on the Start screen.

Swipe in from the top edge to the bottom

Swipe in from the top edge to of the screen the bottom to close the current app.

Tips on using the multi-touch screen

Swipe from the top or bottom edge

Swipe in from the top or bottom edge of the screen to view the app commands, such as Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app.

•The multi-touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film. Do not apply pressure or place any metallic object on the screen that might damage the touch panel or cause it to malfunction.

•Do not use fingernails, gloved fingers, or inanimate objects other than an approved Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen for input on the screen.

Tips on cleaning the multi-touch screen

•Turn off the tablet before cleaning the multi-touch screen.

•Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the multi-touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.

•Gently wipe the screen using a top-down motion. Do not apply any pressure on the screen.

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Power management

This section provides instructions on how to charge the battery, extend the battery life between charges, and check the battery status.

Charging the battery

The tablet is shipped with an ac power adapter and a power cord to charge the tablet from any standard ac power outlet.

Attention: Use only Lenovo-approved ac power adapters and power cords. Unauthorized ac power adapters and power cords could severely damage the tablet.

The battery is not fully charged when shipped. To charge the tablet battery, do one of the following:

• Charge the tablet battery as shown.

•For tablets that are shipped with a ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook Pro Keyboard, charge the tablet battery and keyboard battery as shown.

•For tablets that are equipped with a ThinkPad Tablet Dock, see “Using the ThinkPad Tablet Dock” on page 67.

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The ThinkPad Tablet Dock is an optional device. To purchase the option from Lenovo, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/essentials

Extending the battery life between charges

When you are traveling with your tablet and ac power is not available, you can extend the battery life by doing the following:

•Turn off Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth when not in use. To turn off Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Change PC settings.

3.In the navigation panel, tap Network Airplane mode.

4.In the Airplane mode section, slide the control to the right to turn on Airplane mode to disable all wireless devices.

•Turn off automatic synchronization if you do not need it.

To turn off the automatic synchronization function, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Change PC settings.

3.In the navigation panel, tap OneDrive Sync settings.

4.Switch off Sync settings with OneDrive.

•Lower the brightness level of the screen.

To lower the brightness level of the screen, do one of the following:

–If your tablet is attached to a supported keyboard, press the brightness-down key to turn down the brightness.

–If you tablet is not attached to a supported keyboard, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Brightness.

3.Slide the control down to lower the brightness.

•Enter sleep mode when the tablet is temporarily not in use. To enter sleep mode, do one of the following:

–Close the ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover.

–Go to the Start screen, tap or click the power icon in the top-right corner of the screen, and then click Shutdown.

–To enter sleep mode from the operating system, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Power Sleep.

•Turn off your tablet if you are not going to use it for a while. To turn off your tablet, do one of the following:

–Go to the Start screen, tap or click the power icon in the top-right corner of the screen, and then click Shutdown.

–Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms, then tap Settings Power Shut down.

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Checking the battery status

Get the approximate status of your battery at any time by checking the desktop battery-status icon in the Windows notification area.

To check for the accurate status and adjust your tablet power settings to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, do the following:

1.From the Start screen, tap Lenovo Settings Power.

2.Check your battery status and configure settings.

Using the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen

Some tablet models are equipped with a Tablet Digitizer Pen or a ThinkPad Active Pen. The Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen enables you to input text in a natural manner when you are taking notes, annotating Portable Document Format (PDF) files, or drawing graphics together with applications capable of editing and sketching. When you draw or write with the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen, keep the pen perpendicular to the display to achieve the best line quality.

Use the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen instead of your finger in conditions such as the following:

•You need precise and detailed input, such as drawing a picture or using the handwriting mode.

•Too many elements are crowded on the screen, for example, when you are playing games.

•You want to keep your screen free from smudges.

•You have long fingernails and it is difficult for you to type.

Notes:

•The Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen is not waterproof. Take care not to soak it or dip it in water.

•The ThinkPad Active Pen does not apply to tablet models equipped with the Tablet Digitizer Pen, and vice versa.

•If your tablet does not come with a Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen, your tablet does not support the use of a pen.

Using the Tablet Digitizer Pen

The Tablet Digitizer Pen functions without batteries.

The following illustration shows the Tablet Digitizer Pen.

1	Tip
2	Click button
3	Eraser tip

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You can perform the following operations with the Tablet Digitizer Pen:

•To click or make a selection, tap the display once with the pen.

•To double-click, tap twice without pausing.

•To right-click, tap the tip on the display and hold the pen for one second, or press the click button and tap the tip on the display.

•To erase ink, press and hold the eraser button, tap the tip on the display, and drag the pen across the ink you want to erase.

Using the ThinkPad Active Pen

The ThinkPad Active Pen is battery-powered and used with one AAAA alkaline battery.

To install a battery into the ThinkPad Active Pen, unscrew and remove the end cap of the ThinkPad Active Pen, insert the battery into the battery compartment with the negative polarity facing outward, and then tighten the end cap back into position.

Notes:

•Ensure that you install the battery in correct orientation with the negative polarity facing outward.

•When the battery power runs out, the click button and eraser button stop functioning. In this case, replace the battery.

The following illustration shows the ThinkPad Active Pen.

1	Tip
2	Eraser button
3	Click button
4	End cap

You can perform the following operations with the ThinkPad Active Pen:

•To click or make a selection, tap the display once with the pen.

•To double-click, tap twice without pausing.

•To right-click, tap the tip on the display and hold the pen for one second, or press the click button and tap the tip on the display.

•To erase ink, press and hold the eraser button, tap the tip on the display, and drag the pen across the ink you want to erase.

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Using the On-Screen Keyboard or the touch keyboard and handwriting panel

Use the On-Screen Keyboard or the touch keyboard and handwriting panel to type text, numbers, symbols, and other characters. You also can use the touch keyboard and handwriting panel to perform handwriting. When you rotate the tablet, the On-Screen Keyboard or the touch keyboard and handwriting panel automatically rotates to the corresponding portrait or landscape view.

To open the On-Screen Keyboard, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap the Search charm to search for On-Screen Keyboard.

3.Tap On-Screen Keyboard.

To open the touch keyboard and handwriting panel, do one of the following:

•On the desktop, tap the keyboard icon in the Windows notification area.

•On the Start screen, the touch keyboard and handwriting panel is displayed automatically anytime you type.

•On the Desktop or the Start screen, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap the Settings charm.

3.Tap Keyboard Touch keyboard and handwriting panel.

To configure the input language, do the following:

1.From the desktop, swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Control Panel.

3.Tap Clock, Language, and Region Change input methods.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to configure the input language.

Changing the startup behavior to open either the desktop or the Start screen

You can set the tablet to open either the desktop or the Start screen by default. To set the default startup screen, do the following:

1.On the desktop, tap and hold on the taskbar. A menu is displayed.

2.Tap Properties. The Taskbar and Navigation properties window is displayed.

3.On the Navigation tab, locate the Start screen section, and then do one of the following:

•To set the desktop as your default startup screen, select When I sign in or close all apps on a screen, go to the desktop instead of Start so a check is visible.

•To set the Start screen as your default startup screen, remove the check from the When I sign in or close all apps on a screen, go to the desktop instead of Start checkbox.

4.Tap OK to save the new setting.

Attaching an Ethernet cable

To attach an Ethernet cable to your tablet for network connection, you must have a ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter available.

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The ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter is available as option and only shipped with some models. To purchase a ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/essentials

The following illustration shows how to attach an Ethernet cable to your tablet through a ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter.

Attention: When you connect the ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter to the USB 3.0 connector on your tablet, ensure that the USB mark is facing upward. Otherwise, the connector might get damaged.

The ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter has two network status indicators. When the green indicator is on, the tablet is connected to a LAN. When the yellow indicator blinks, data is being transmitted.

Downloading games and applications

To extend the functionality of your tablet, download and install additional applications from the Windows Store. The Windows Store provides an easy and quick way for you to shop for games and mobile applications.

To download or buy an application or a game from Windows Store, tap Store from the Start screen, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

Using the fingerprint reader

Depending on the model, your tablet might have a fingerprint reader. Fingerprint authentication can replace your Windows password. In this way, you can log on to your tablet simply and securely. To enable fingerprint authentication, enroll your fingerprints first.

Enrolling your fingerprints

To enroll your fingerprints, do the following:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Change PC settings.

3.In the navigation panel, tap Accounts Sign-in options.

4.In the Fingerprint section, tap Add. The “Add a fingerprint to this account” window is displayed.

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5.Enter the Windows password as required. Then follow the instructions on the screen to enroll your fingerprint.

Note: It is recommended that you enroll more than one fingerprint in case of any injuries to your fingers.

Swiping your finger over the fingerprint reader

To swipe your finger over the fingerprint reader, do the following:

Note: Your tablet might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic. 1. Place the top joint of your finger on the sensor.

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2.Apply light pressure and swipe your finger toward you across the reader in one smooth motion. Do not lift your finger when you are swiping it.

Maintaining the fingerprint reader

The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it not to work properly:

•Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard, pointed object.

•Scraping the surface of the reader with your fingernail or anything hard.

•Using or touching the reader with a dirty finger.

If you notice any of the following conditions, gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth:

•The surface of the reader is dirty or stained.

•The surface of the reader is wet.

•The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint.

If your finger has any of the following conditions, you might not be able to register or authenticate it:

•Your finger is wrinkled.

•Your finger is rough, dry, or injured.

•Your finger is stained with dirt, mud, or oil.

•The surface of your finger is different from when you enrolled your fingerprint.

•Your finger is wet.

•A finger is used that has not been enrolled.

To improve the situation, try the following:

• Clean or wipe your hands to remove any excess dirt or moisture from the fingers.

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•Enroll and use a different finger for authentication.

•If your hands are dry, apply lotion to them.

Using the ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover

Depending on the model, your tablet might come with a ThinkPad Helix Quickshot Cover (hereafter called the cover). This topic provides instructions on how to use the cover.

To use the cover, attach the cover to the tablet first as shown. The cover will be attached to the tablet magnetically.

Put the tablet into sleep mode or wake up the tablet

If the cover is open and the tablet is on, the tablet, by default, enters sleep mode automatically after you close the cover.

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If the cover is closed and the tablet is in sleep mode, the tablet, by default, resumes normal operation when you open the cover.

You also can change the settings so that by closing the cover you can shut down the tablet, put the tablet into hibernation mode, or do nothing. To achieve this, you must change your lid settings by doing the following:

1.From the desktop, swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms.

2.Tap Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Power Options.

3.In the navigation panel, tap Choose what closing the lid does.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to choose an option according to your preference.

Launch the camera

When you use the tablet with the cover open to an angle of 360 degrees, you can flip over the magnetic tab of the cover as shown to launch the camera automatically. This function is enabled by default.

If you want to disable this function, do the following:

1.From the Start screen, tap Lenovo Settings Camera.

2.In the Quickshot section, slide the control to the left to disable the function.

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