NOTION Inc Inc Adam User Manual
NOTION INK
Adam User Manual
Overview:
This User Manual is designed to provide an overview of Adam’s main features. This Manual will
help you understand the basic features and functions of Adam. For more detailed information
about Adam, please refer to the Adam Instruction/User Manual.
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The manufacture disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than
its own.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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INDEX
Know your ADAM .................................................. 1
Safety...................................................................... 4
Care........................................................................ 5
Connectivity........................................................... 7
Panel System ......................................................... 8
Browser.................................................................. 11
Mail’d ..................................................................... 16
Sniffer..................................................................... 22
Calendar................................................................. 27
Canvas.................................................................... 32
Calculator............................................................... 39
Support 41
Know Your ADAM
Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Device
1. Search:
pressing the the search button will controls the Back lit LCD. If the device has a transreective
screen, switching off the back lit LCD screen will enable the PixelQi screen. If the device has a
normal LCD screen, switching off the LCD will turn the display off.
On Single Tap, the Search feature is enabled for the app, if there is any. Logn
2. Home:
ton will enable the ‘Panel Select Mode‘ which will display all the running panels to select a panel
to view it.
3. Menu:
pressing it will bring up the keyboard (except when in panel system).
4. Back:
app and app state.
5. 3.2mp Auto Focus Swivel Camera:
placed.
6. Light Sensor:
play, if it is set to Auto Brightness under Display Settings.
Tapping the ‘Home‘ button will bring up the panel system. Long pressing the but-
Tapping on the ‘Menu‘ will bring up the options menu for apps and panels. Long
Tapping on ‘Back‘ will take you to the previous screen or level depending on the
A rotatable 3.2 mega-pixel auto-focus camera is
The light sensor is placed here, which controls the brightness of the dis-
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7. Power Port:
This port is for the Adapter to be plugged in to charge the device.
8. CPU Indicator Icon:
9. CPU Indicator LED:
the CPU indicator and the Power indicator are in solid orange and red the Adam is in Recovery
Mode.
10. Battery Indicatior Icon:
11. Battery Indicator LED:
Purple when fully charged, blinkinh blue while charging, blinking red when low on power (less
than 15%).
12. Headphone Jack:
dio jack to be used. Plugging in a audio jack will disable audio output from the built in speakers.
13. Back Button:
of the display. This is a tactile button with the same functionality as the touch back button.
14. USB Port:
can be connected.
This is a USB 2.0 port. Devices like USB Drives, Speakers, Keyboard or mouse
This icon represents the power port.
The CPU indicator LED blinks in Orange while processing. When
This icon represents the power indicator.
This power indicator LED indicates the 4 states of the battery.
The head phone jack can be used to plug-in any 3.5mm or 2.55 m au-
The ‘Back‘ button is similar to the Touch snesitive Back Button on the face
15. HDMI Port:
a HD TV or Monitor or any display with a HDMI in port.
16. Power ON/OFF:
Sliding and holding it will swithch OFF the device if the device is ON and will switch it ON if the
device is OFF.
17. Right Speaker:
through speakers while there is no audio jack plugged in.
This is a HDMI out port. Through a HDMI cable Adam can be connected to
Sliding the Power button will lock the screen and switch of the display.
This is the right side speaker. The audio from the device is outputed
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18. Left Speaker:
through speakers while there is no audio jack plugged in.
This is the left side speaker. The audio from the device is outputed
19. Volume Up/Down:
the audio output. Long pressing the ‘+‘ will adjust volume to its maximum level, while long pressing ‘-‘ will mute the device audio output.
20. USB Port:
can be connected.
This is a USB 2.0 port. Devices like USB Drives, Speakers, Keyboard or mouse
21. Mini USB Port:
The volume up/down buttons can be used to adjest the volume of
This is the Mini-USB port used to connect the device to a computer.
22. Microphone:
apps like Viceo Recorder and other voice chat features.
This is the microphone, which can be used for audio input while using
23. Reset Button:
button will reset the device to factory settings. Caution: This might erase all data in Adam Memory.
24. SIM Card Slot:
will allow a SIM Card provided by a mobile carier can be used to access internet after enabling
the Mobile Data under Wireless Settings.
25. microSD Slot:
to store and access data.
This is the reset button, this can be pressed with a tiny pin. Pressing this
This is the SIM card slot, and is present only on 3G capable devices. This
This is the microSD slot, where microSD cards upto 64GB can be placed
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Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Snier
Safety Precautions:
1. DO NOT press or touch the LCD Screen too hard. DO NOT place the Adam with small items,
they may scratch LCD Screen or enter the Adam.
2. DO NOT expose the Adam to dirty or dusty environment. Keep Adam in clean and
dry environment.
3. DO NOT place the Adam on uneven or unstable surface.
4. DO NOT place or drop objects on the top of the Adam. DO NOT shove any foreign objects
into the Adam. DO NOT cover the LCD Screen strongly.
5. DO NOT expose the Adam to strong magnetic or electrical elds; DO NOT place the oppy
disk near or on the Adam, that may cause loss of data on the oppy disk.
6. DO NOT leave the Adam facing the sun as it can damage the LCD Screen, especially in the
car.
7. SAFE TEMP: The Adam should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 5°C(41°F) and 35°C(95°F).
8. DO NOT expose the Adam or use it near liquids, rain, or moisture.
9. Caution: risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
10. DO NOT throw the Adam in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of elec tronic products. Please recycle the Battery Pack, and check with your Local Authority or retailer
for recycling advice.
11. The Adam and the Adapter might get heated during operating or charging. DO NOT
leave the Adam on your lap or any part of the body in order to prevent discomfort or injury
from heat exposure.
12. INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the Adam and be sure that the Power Adapter
complies with the rating. Only use attachments or accessories specied by the manufacturer.
13. Checking the connections between the main unit and attachments before turning on the Tab
let PC.
14. DO NOT use the Adam during eating food avoid dirtying the Adam.
15. DO NOT insert anything into the Adam that may result in short circuit or damage the circuit.
16. Powering off the Adam, if you want install or remove some external devices, which are not
support hot-plug.
17. Disconnect the Adam from the electrical outlet. And Keep it away from children.
18. DO NOT disassemble the Adam, only a certied service technician should perform repairs
on your computer. Otherwise, problem may result and the manufacturer should not hold re
sponsibility for the damage.
19. The Adam has some little metal ake to disperse heat. DO NOT place the Adam on soft
objects (e.g.: bed, sofa, your lap), or else the Adam may become hot and halt the system
operating.
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Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Care
Caring for the Adam
The Adam is a precision device; the error operation may damage the device. LCD Screen is
the most delicate component of the Adam and comprised of thin glass. It may be broken up by
external abrupt force. DO NOT scratch the cover of the Adam, or the scrape on the cover cannot
remove.
• DO NOT cover the LCD Screen strongly, or else damage may occur.
• DO NOT place objects on the keyboard to avoid damaging the screen and keyboard
when you cover the LCD Screen.
• Place the Adam in carrying case to protect it from dirt, water, shock and scratches be
fore traveling.
• DO NOT drop or place heavy objects on the LCD Screen.
• DO NOT scratch the LCD Screen with your ngernails or any hard objects.
• Use a soft and lint-free cloth to wipe your Adam and wipe it gently in order to avoid
damaging the LCD Screen.
• Shut down the LCD Screen, if the Adam will not be used for a long time.
• DO NOT clean the LCD Screen with chemical cleaners.
• The LCD Screen DOES NOT come into contact with hard objects (E.g.: cloth button,
watchband).
• Use a soft and lint-free dry cloth to wipe the LCD Screen smoothly. DO NOT use your
hand to wipe the LCD Screen directly.
• DO NOT spill liquid into the Adam as it can damage the components of the Adam.
• Cover the LCD Screen smoothly in order to avoid moving the hinges and ashing the
LCD Screen.
• DO NOT clean the Touch Pad with acidic cleaner or spray cleaning solution directly on
the Adam.
Other Notes
• DO NOT expose the Adam in hot environment for a long time, especially in the car. Or
the parts of the Adam will be metamorphic.
• Keep the data for future possible use termly.
• Renew the hardware or software termly in order to keep the Adam compatible and
steady.
Traveling with the Adam
Turn off the Adam and disconnect all lines before moving it. Following the below steps, if
you want to travel with your Adam.
Attention
1. Turn off the Adam and disconnect from the wall outlets.
2. Shut down the LCD Screen completely and smoothly.
3. Disconnect the AC lines.
4. Disconnect all lines.
5. Place the Adam in carrying case to protect it from dirt, water, shock and scratches be
fore traveling.
6. Check that you have taken the AC Adapter, power lines, manual and warranty card.
7. DO NOT forget the passwords of the Adam if you set-up.
8. Find out the voltage type in the countries you will visit. Your Adam comes with a uni
versal AC-DC adapter, so you only need to buy the different power cords to connect the
different outlets or the hotel may provide universal outlets to support your power cord
as well as voltages.
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Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Care
If you drive your car with the Adam, DO NOT leave the Adam facing the sun. Place it in the
shady and cool area.
The connection between Internet and your Adam will be interrupted when the system enter the
hibernation mode
How to
Charge your Device:
The Adam comes with a universal AC-DC adapter and the allowable input voltage of adapter is from 100V to 240V.
Following the below steps to connect the adapter:
1. Take the adapter and the plug, then push the plug into the socket till a click sounds.
2. Plug the DC end of adapter into the power jack of the Adam.
3. Insert the AC end to the wall outlet
4. Check the connections above correctly before turning on the Adam.
Your Adam and the accessory may differ from the pictures shown.
Slide the POWER button towards “ON” to turn on the Adam; Slide POWER button towards ‘Off’,
hold for 4 seconds and select “Power off” in the pop-up menu to turn off the Adam.
The rst time you turn on the Adam, you need to unlock by dragging the lock icon towards the
top-corner of screen and enter the Home Screen, which makes it easy for you to access frequently used functions.
Enable NI Keyboard:
The NI Soft Keyboard is enabled by default. In case another soft keyboard is replaced as
default keyboard, the NI Soft Keyboard can be made default by long pressing on a text eld selecting the option ‘Input Method’, and then selecting ‘NI Keyboard‘ in the resulting options.
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Adjusting the Brightness of the Screen
The screen brightness can be set by tapping on the Brightness option under the Display
Settings. Checking the ‘Automatic Brightness’ option, will set the brightness of the display automatically depending on the surrounding light.
Connecting to Internet
Internet can be accessed in two ways.
1. SIM Card – If your device has a SIM card slot, you can access internet by inserting a SIM
Card provided by a Mobile Service Provider. Make sure you have a Data Plan with the SIM. After Inserting the Data Plan enabled SIM, Under Settings – Wireless & network Settings – Mobile
Network Settings – APNs; Tap ‘New APN’ under ‘Options’. Now ll in the details, provided by your
Mobile Service Provider and create the New APN. Once done save the details and Restart the
Device. Also, make sure ‘Data Enabled’ is checked under ‘Mobile network settings’.
2. WiFi – Adam can access internet over WiFi. First enable ‘Wi-Fi’ under ‘Wireless & network
Settings’ in Settings and tap on, ‘Wi-Fi settings’. Now this displays the available Wi-Fi networks in
the range. Choose your network by tapping on it and enter any password or security key required to connect to the network. For details about the network password or security key contact
Network Admin or your Network Service Provider.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth can be enabled by checking the ‘Bluetooth’ option under ‘Wireless & Network
Settings’. Tap on ‘Bluetooth Settings’ to get connected to other Bluetooth devices. Make the
device discoverable by checking the ‘Discoverable’ option for other devices to connect to ADAM.
Once the desired device is in the list of Scanned Bluetooth Devices, tap on the device name to get
paired. Once paired images, les can be shared through Bluetooth with the device.
Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Panel System
Panel system
Home Panel
The rst panel is called the home panel; the position of this cannot be changed. Also, it can
never be closed. There is no full screen version for this panel. The Home Panel has the current
time, weather, and other notications.
Weather:
the city in Celsius and the weather conditions.
Time:
displayed in 24hrs format.
Notications:
by the content. Tapping on the App Logo launches the panel view if there is one. If there is no
panel view the full-screen app opens. The notications in the home panel are limited to the apps
provided by Notion Ink for ADAM.
Music Player Notications:
album art, progress bar, Track name, Artists’ Names and Play / Pause icon. The whole bar is interactive and resumes playing if paused and pauses if playing. As the music player doesn’t have panel
view the full-screen view is launched when tapped on the App Logo.
Facebook Notications:
include the prole image of the notication sender, the Prole Name and notication content. The
type of Notications sent are friend requests and wall post, likes or comments notications.
Mail’d:
The details include, From (name if contact exists in address book email if contact doesn’t exist in
address book), Subject of the email and the unread mail count from the account.
The Default city set in the weather app is shown followed by the temperature of
The day, date and month are displayed vertically to the left of the time. The time is
All notications have the app logo to the left of its notication bar, followed
The music player notication bar displays the currently playing
The Facebook notication bar displays notication details which
The Mail’d notication bar displays the details of the most recent email received.
Calendar:
include, date (DT), month (Month) followed by start time and event title. If the event is an all-day
event, the start time is replaced by the text ‘All Day’.
Recently Opened Apps:
apps in two rows with four apps in each row. Tapping on any app will launch the full-screen app.
The calendar notication bar displays ve upcoming event details. The details
The bottom section of the Home Panel displays, recently opened
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Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Panel System
Launcher
The launcher icon is always displayed on the left edge of the display at the center. Tapping
on the launcher icon will display the launcher listing all the apps installed. The rst few apps represent the order of the opened panels if any panels are open.
Launching a Panel:
If there is no panel for the desired app, the launcher prompts the user to choose between the options to launch full-screen app or cancel the action.
Searching for an App:
Below the launcher is a search bar and typing the app name in the search bar lters the list of apps
in the launcher to display apps whose names match the search text.
(Re-)Ordering a Panel:
pushing all the panels on the left to the next panel position. If the panel app is already running it
reorders the panels to load the panel in the desired position.
tapping on the app logo. If the panel for an app exists and is running, then tapping on ‘Launch Application’ under the menu will launch the full-screen application.
Launching Full-Screen App:
From the launcher, drag and drop an app to launch the panel if it exists.
Tapping on the launcher icon displays the launcher with all the apps.
Dragging an app on to a panel will load the panel app in that position
The FullScreen app can be launched from the launcher by single
Panel Select Mode
Pressing and holding the Home button brings up the Panel Select mode which displays
the screenshots of the opened panels. There are a minimum of eight panels listed. If the opened
panels are less than eight, the remaining panels display a generic image. Six panels are displayed
at one time. The list can be scrolled horizontally to view other panels. Tapping on any of the rst
three panels will display the panel system with the selected panel in focus. Tapping on the last
three panels in the display will scroll the panel to the left.
tapping on the app in the launcher or by selecting the panel in Panel Select Mode.
Bringing Focus to a Panel:
Closing a Panel:
A panel can be closed by tapping on the ‘Close Panel’ under the menu.
A panel can be brought to focus by tapping on the panel or by
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Desktop
The Desktop can be accessed by doing a two-nger swipe on the panel system while a panel is in
focus. Tapping on the “time” shown on the Home Panel will also display the desktop. When the
desktop is displayed, the panels are all minimized. Tapping on any of the minimized panels or do-
ing a two nger swipe up will re-launch the panel system, hiding the desktop. The desktop displays
all the apps installed on the device in a grid view. Tapping an app will launch the app in full-screen
mode.
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Panel View
Notion Ink ADAM User Manual: Browser
BROWSER
Ask). Tapping on any of the options loads the respective search website onto the panel.
Back/Forward:
ward icons which are displayed as soon as a page loads.
Refresh:
of the panel.
Initial view:
A web page can be refreshed by tapping on the refresh button, located at the top
The initial view provides various web search options (Google, Yahoo, Bing and
To navigate between previously accessed pages, use the backward and for-
Scrolling:
version will open the mobile version of the site, if a web page doesn’t have a mobile version it is
displayed in full view and can be scrolled horizontally by using the two arrow buttons located at
either ends of the screen.
View More:
can be accessed by dragging the ‘View More’ tab towards the top of the panel. This will bring up
the options which display the list of the current tabs open on the full screen browser and the list
of bookmarks. Tapping on an item in the list will load that page in the full screen Browser App.
Launching the full-screen Browser:
options menu, by tapping on the link ‘Launch Application’. Also, by long-pressing on a link on the
panel, the link opens as a new tab in the full-screen browser with the current page from the panel
as another tab.
To scroll a page vertically, gesture accordingly. Most sites which have a mobile
Currently running tabs & Bookmarks: Currently running tabs and Bookmarks
The full-screen Browser app can be launched from the
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