Lenovo TB-7703F, TB-7703X User Manual

Lenovo TAB3 7 Plus

User Guide

Lenovo TB- 7703F
Lenovo TB- 7703X

All information labeled with * in this guide refers only to the
WLAN+LTE model (Lenovo TB-7703X).

Basics

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

Safety, Warranty & Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Notice

"Important safety and handling information" in "Appendix".

The

Safety, Warranty & Quick Start Guide

on the website at http://support.lenovo.com.

Lenovo Companion

and the

Regulatory Notice

are available

Looking for help? The Lenovo Companion app can offer you support for getting
direct access to Lenovo's web assistance and forums*, frequent Q&A*, system
upgrades*, hardware function tests, warranty status checks*, service requests**,
and repair status**.

Note:
* requires data network access.
** is not available in all countries.

You have two ways to get this app:

Search for and download the app from Google Play.

Scan the following QR code with a Lenovo Android device.

Technical specifications

Model Lenovo TB–7703F Lenovo TB–7703X

CPU QC MSM8916/APQ 8016 QC MSM8916/APQ 8016

Battery 3500 mAh 3500 mAh

Wireless
communication

Bluetooth 4.0; WLAN;
GPS/GLONASS

Bluetooth 4.0; WLAN;
GPS/GLONASS;
*LTE/WCDMA/GSM/UTMS

Note: Lenovo TB-7703X support LTE Band 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 20, 38 and 40. Lenovo
TB-7703F doesn't support LTE. In some countries, LTE is not supported. To know
if your device works with LTE networks in your country, contact your carrier.

Home screen

The home screen is the starting point for using your device. For your
convenience, the home screen is already set up with some useful apps and
widgets.

Note: Your device's features and the home screen may be different
depending on your location, language, carrier, and device model.

You can customize your own home screen at any time.

Home screen
On the first home screen, there is a Google Search bar.
Preview screen

Tap and hold anywhere on the home screen except the icons.

At the bottom of the screen are WALLPAPERS, LOCKSCREEN

WALLPAPERS and WIDGETS.
Add a widget to a home screen

Tap and hold anywhere on the home screen except the icons, select
WIDGETS at the bottom of the preview screen; tap and hold the widget
you want to add, and then drag to where you want to place it and
release.

Change the wallpaper
Go to Settings > Display > Wallpaper > Gallery, Live Wallpapers ,
Photos, or Wallpapers, and choose the wallpaper that you like.

Tap and hold anywhere on the home screen except the icons, select
WALLPAPERS at the bottom of the screen, and then choose the
wallpaper that you like.

Move an app to another screen

Tap
screen, then release to where you want to place it.

Uninstall an app

1. Tap

2. Drag it to at the top of the screen until the app turns red, and then
release and tap OK.

, and tap and hold an app that you want to move, drag it to the

, and then tap and hold an app that you want to uninstall.

Note: Some of the system apps cannot be uninstalled.

Screen buttons

There are three buttons at the bottom of the home screen.

Back button: Tap to return to the previous page.
Home button: Tap to return to the default home screen.
Recent button: Tap to see recent apps. Then you can do the

following:

Tap an app to open it.
Swipe left or right to close an app.

Tap to lock an app or tap to unlock it.
Tap to stop running all the apps except the locked ones.

Notifications and Quick Settings

Swipe down from the top of the screen to view system notification messages and
quick settings. By tapping on a switch, you can quickly turn a number of

frequently used functions on or off.

Force restart

Please hold down the On/Off button for 10 seconds to forcefully restart the
device.

Camera

To open the Camera app, go to Camera.

Taking photos and videos

You can take photos and record videos with your device's built-in camera.

Tap to take a photo.

Tap , and then tap to select the video mode. Tap to record
a video.

Tap or to switch between the front and the back camera.
Tap to choose the scene mode.

Tap or to turn on/turn off the HDR mode.
Tap to select different special effect.

Tap to configure the other camera settings.

Taking screenshots

Press and hold the On/Off button and the Volume down button at the same time.

Viewing pictures and videos

Photos and videos are stored in your device's internal storage. You can view your
photos and videos by using the following methods:

Tap the thumbnail when using the Camera app.
Go to Gallery.
Go to Photos.

Screenshots are stored in your device's internal storage. You can view your
screenshots by using the following methods:

Go to Gallery.
Go to Photos.

Network

You need to set up a wireless network before connecting to the Internet.

Set up a WLAN network
*Set up a Mobile network
Set up a VPN network

You can also set up a hotspot to share your mobile network with others.

Setting up a WLAN network

Go to Settings > WLAN.
Turn on the WLAN block and tap a WLAN hotspot in the list to connect to the
Internet.
When you access a secure link, you need to enter your login name and password
to connect.

Note: You need to have a valid WLAN hotspot to connect to.

*Setting up a mobile network

Go to Settings > Data usage > Mobile data and enable the data.

Note: You need a valid SIM card with a data service. If you don't have a SIM
card, contact your carrier.

Setting up a VPN network

VPNs used within organizations allow you to communicate private information
securely over a non-private network. You may need to configure a VPN, for
example, to access your work email. Ask the network’s administrator for the
settings necessary to configure a VPN for your network.

Go to Settings > More > VPN .

Note: You need to set a lock screen PIN or password before using VPN.

Go to Settings > Security > Screen lock to select a screen lock option

and set up the screen lock.

Tap to edit the VPN profile, including the Name, the Type and the
Server address, and then tap SAVE.
Tap the VPN server name, input the username and password, and then
tap CONNECT to connect to the VPN network.

Tap , and then tap Forget to delete the VPN profile.

*Setting up a hotspot

You can use personal hotspot to share an Internet connection with a computer or
other device.
Go to Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot and do the
following:

Turn on Portable WLAN hotspot.
Tap Set up WLAN hotspot to configure the hotspot.

You can also share a network via Bluetooth tethering or USB tethering.

Note: Tell your friends the Network name and password, and then they can share
your mobile network.

Chrome

You can browse the web if your device is connected to a wireless network.
To open the browser app, go to Chrome.

Visiting websites

You can use the Chrome app to visit websites.

Type web address

You don't need to type the full web address of an "http://" website to
access it.
To visit "http://www.lenovo.com", simply type "www.lenovo.com" into the

address bar and tap .

Search keywords

You can also type keywords into the address bar to search for webpages.
You can set a search engine in > Settings > Search engine.

Add a new webpage

Tap > New tab to add a new webpage tab.
Tap > New incognito tab to visit a website without leaving a trace.

Close a webpage

Tap to access the recent tabs, and tap to close a webpage tab.

Refresh a webpage

Tap > to refresh a webpage.
Tap > to go forward to a recent webpage.

Saving webpages

You can save images and webpages in your device's internal storage.

Save images
Press and hold the image, then tap Save image.
Bookmark webpages

Tap
Tap > Bookmarks , to view or edit the bookmarks.

> to add bookmarks.

Setting accessibility preferences

Tap > Settings > Accessibility to set the text scaling and the webpage
zoom.

Gmail

You can receive and send emails if your device is connected to a wireless
network.
To access the Google Email app, go to Gmail.

Setting up an email account

You can sign into Gmail if you have an email account. If not, you will need to
create an email account.
You need to set up an email account the first time you use the Gmail app.
Tap Add an email address, select the type of email you want to add, and tap
NEXT. Set up according to the page prompts.

Using Gmail

After setting up an mail account you can use the Gmail app to send and receive
emails.

Maps

You need to select the following settings before you use Maps.
Go to Settings > Location and enable location access for Google apps.

Finding a location

Type the address that you want to find, then tap .

You can also tap , then speak.

Current location

Tap to see your current location.

Then tap to check what's nearby.

Planning a route

Tap and type in the "from Your location" and "Choose destination" addresses
or just keep it as "Your location".
Choose the travel mode, by car, by bus, or on foot.

Communication

You can use your device to send a message and manage contacts.

Managing contacts

You can manage contacts with the Contacts app. You can create a contact, and
import and export contacts.

Creating a contact

Go to Contacts.
Tap to add a contact. You can save the contact in the tablet or SIM

card.
Enter the contact information, such as "Name", "Phone", "Email" and so
on.

When you're done, tap .

Importing and exporting contacts

Go to Contacts.
Tap > Import/export .

Select Import from .vcf file . Choose the vCard files to be imported.
Or select Export to .vcf file , and tap Save.

*Sending a message

Go to Contacts, choose a name, and tap to write a new message.

Sync

You can transfer data between your device and computer. Transfer music,
pictures, videos, documents, Android application package (APK) files, and so on.

Connecting your device and computer

Connect your device and computer with a data line.
Slide down from the top of the screen, you will see " USB for file transfer " in
the notification bar.
Tap USB for file transfer for other options.

Selecting computer connection mode

You can select one of the following options:

Media device (MTP): Select this mode if you want to transfer media
files such as photos, videos, and ringtones between your tablet and the
computer.
Camera (PTP) : Select this mode if you want to transfer only photos and
videos between your tablet and the computer.
Charging: Select this mode if you disable all data and file transfer

connection with computer and put device in charging only mode.

USB debugging: Select this mode to enable debugging. You can then
use tools such as Idea Tool on the computer to manage your tablet's
data.

Installing APK

Follow these steps:

You need to set the device to allow installation of apps obtained from
unknown sources.
Go to Settings > Security, select Unknown sources.
Copy the APK file from the computer to the device in " Media device
(MTP)" mode.

Personalize

You can personalize your device settings.

When device is rotated

You can makes all applications automatically rotate upwards or downwards.
Go to Settings > Display > When device is rotated to open the screen
rotation function.

Rotate the contents of the screen

The screen orientation changes automatically.

Stay in current orientation

The orientation is locked.

Appendix

Important safety and handling information

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 subjected to 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
electrical appliances, electrical heating equipment, or electrical cooking equipment.
Use your device only in the temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)
(storage -20°C ( -4°F) to 60 °C (140°F)) to avoid damage.
Don't expose your device to water, rain, extreme humidity, sweat or other liquids.

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 repair facility or a Lenovo­authorized technician. Attempting to open or modify your device will void the
warranty.

Built -in rechargeable battery notice

Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium ion battery. There is risk
of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Contact Lenovo Support
for factory replacement.

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
come into contact 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:

Charging method Display on Display off

AC adapter

Supported, but the battery
will charge slowly.

USB connection between
the DC- in connector on the
device and a USB connector

Supported, but will

on a personal computer or

compensate power

other device that complies

consumption and the

with USB 2.0 standards.

battery will charge more

The device must be

slowly than usual.

connected to a USB
interface of USB 2.0 or
higher.

Notes:

Display on: Device on
Display off: Device off or in screen lock mode

Supported

Supported, but the battery
will charge slowly.

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.

Warning:
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.

Caution about high volume usage

Warning: Exposure to loud noise from any source for extended periods of time may

affect your hearing. The louder the sound,the less time is required before your
hearing could be affected. To protect your hearing:

Limit the amount of time you use headsets or headphones at high volume.
Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

Turn the volume down if you can’t hear people speaking near you.
If you experience hearing discomfort, including the sensation of pressure or fullness
in your ears, ringing in your ears or muffled speech,you should stop listening to the
device through your headset or headphones and have your hearing checked.

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.

Dispose according to local laws and regulations

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

Keep your device and accessories away from small children

Your device 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.

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 device software might fail to work.
Be aware that accessing network resources can leave your device vulnerable to
computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and other malicious activities that might damage
your device, 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 such software up to date.
Keep electrical appliances away from your device. These include electric fans, radios,
high-powered speakers, air -conditioners, and microwave ovens. The strong magnetic
fields generated by electrical appliances can damage the screen and the data on the
device.

Be aware of heat generated by your device

When your device 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 battery charge level. 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 device for any
extended time.

Electronic emission notices

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help.
Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Lenovo (United States) Incorporated
1009 Think Place - Building One
Morrisville, NC 27560
Telephone: [phone]

IC Caution

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même
si lebrouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

European Union -Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

This product is in conformity with all the requirements and essential norms that apply
to European Council Directive 1999/5/EC. European Council Directive 1999/5/EC
remains in force during the transition period of European Council Directive
2014/53/EU, until June 12, 2017. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure
to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non -recommended
modification of the product, including the installation of option cards from other
manufacturers. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022.
The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to
provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication
devices.

EU contact: Lenovo, Einsteinova 21, 851 01 Bratislava, Slovakia

German Class B compliance statement

Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis:

Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse B EU -Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2014/30/EU
(früher 2004/108/EC) zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU -Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die
Grenzwerte der Klasse B der Norm gemäß Richtlinie. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind
die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des
Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden.
Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen,
wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw. wenn
Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der Lenovo
gesteckt/eingebaut werden.

Deutschland:

Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von
Betriebsmitteln Dieses Produkt entspricht dem „Gesetz über die elektromagnetische
Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln“ EMVG (früher „Gesetz über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten“). Dies ist die Umsetzung der EMV
EU-Richtlinie 2014/30/EU (früher 2004/108/EWG) in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische

Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln, EMVG vom 20. Juli 2007 (früher Gesetz über die

elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten), bzw. der EMV EU Richtlinie
2014/30/EU (früher 2004/108/EC), für Geräte der Klasse B.
Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG­Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung
nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Meitnerstr. 9, D­70563 Stuttgart.
Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4:
Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B.

Japanese VCCI Class B statement

この装置は、クラスB情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目的とし

ていますが、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を

引き起こすことがあります。 取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい。 VCCI-B

Japan compliance statement for products that connect to power mains rated at
less than or equal to 20A per phase

日本の定格電流が 20A/相 以下の機器に対する高調波電流規制
高調波電流規格 JIS C 61000-3 -2 適合品

Environmental, recycling, and disposal information

General recycling statement

Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly
recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of
programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. For
information on recycling Lenovo products, go to http://www.lenovo.com/recycling.

Important battery and WEEE information

Batteries and electrical and electronic equipment marked with the symbol of a
crossed-out wheeled bin may not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste. Batteries
and waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) shall be treated separately
using the collection framework available to customers for the return, recycling, and
treatment of batteries and WEEE. When possible, remove and isolate batteries from
WEEE prior to placing WEEE in the waste collection stream. Batteries are to be
collected separately using the framework available for the return, recycling, and
treatment of batteries and accumulators.
Country-specific information is available at http://www.lenovo.com/recycling.

Battery recycling information for Brazil

Declarações de Reciclagem no Brasil

Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Equipamentos elétricos e eletrônicos

não devem ser descartados em lixo comum, mas enviados à pontos de coleta,
autorizados pelo fabricante do produto para que sejam encaminhados e processados
por empresas especializadas no manuseio de resíduos industriais, devidamente
certificadas pelos orgãos ambientais, de acordo com a legislação local. A Lenovo
possui um canal específico para auxiliá-lo no descarte desses produtos. Caso você
possua um produto Lenovo em situação de descarte, ligue para o nosso SAC ou
encaminhe um e-mail para: [e-mail], informando o modelo, número de
série e cidade, a fim de enviarmos as instruções para o correto descarte do seu
produto Lenovo.

Recycling information for Japan

Recycling and disposal information for Japan is available at
http://www.lenovo.com/recycling/japan.

Recycling information for India

Recycling and disposal information for India is available at
http://www.lenovo.com/social_responsibility/us/en/sustainability/ptb_india.html.

Battery recycling marks

The battery recycling information of Taiwan

Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada

Battery recycling information for the European Union

ENERGY STAR model information

ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and

the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the
environment through energy efficient products and practices.
Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR qualified
designation. Lenovo TB-7703F has been designed and tested to conform to the
ENERGY STAR program requirements for computers.
By using ENERGY STAR qualified products and taking advantage of the power
management features of your computer, you can help reduce the consumption of
electricity. Reduced electrical consumption can contribute to potential financial
savings, a cleaner environment, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to http://www.energystar.gov.

Export classification notice

This product is subject to the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
and has an Export Classification Control Number (ECCN) of 5A992.c. It can be re ­exported except to any of the embargoed countries in the EAR E1 country list.

Troubleshooting

Insufficient memory prompt appears during app installation

Please free up some memory and try to install again.

The touch screen does not work or is not sensitive

Please hold down the On/Off button for 10 seconds to forcefully restart the device.

Device does not power on or system crashes

Please hold down the On/Off button for 10 seconds to forcefully restart the device.

There is no sound or the other person cannot hear during a call.

Please adjust the volume using the volume buttons.

The device cannot access the internet via wireless network

Restart the wireless router or go to Settings and restart WLAN.

The device cannot wake up from sleep mode

Please hold down the On/Off button for 10 seconds to forcefully restart the device.