Sprint Pixi 3 9007T, Pixi 7 9007T User Manual

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User Guide

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Table of Contents

Introduction ..............................................................................................................................4

About the User Guide ...................................................................................................................4

How to Use This Guide .................................................................................................................4

Get Started ...............................................................................................................................5

Parts and Functions ......................................................................................................................5

SIM Card

......................................................................................................................................6

Charging the Battery .....................................................................................................................8

Power on Your Tablet ....................................................................................................................8

Power off Your Tablet ....................................................................................................................9

Use the Touchscreen

....................................................................................................................9

Activate Your Tablet ......................................................... .............................................................11

Activation and Service [Boost Only] ...........................................................................................12

Activation and Service [VMU Only] ...............................................................................................12

Complete the Setup Screens ........................................................................................................13

Basic Operations .....................................................................................................................15

Basics ............................................................................................................................................15

Applications ...................................................................................................................................17

Silent Mode/Airplane Mode ...........................................................................................................18

Enter Text ......................................................................................................................................20

Google Account

.............................................................................................................................20

Lock and Unlock Your Screen .......................................................................................................24

Update Your Tablet ........................................................................................................................26

Your Tablet Interface ...............................................................................................................29

Home Screen Basics ....................................................................................................................29

Contacts ...................................................................................................................................37

Gmail.........................................................................................................................................47

Create and Send Gmail ................................................................................................................47

Email .........................................................................................................................................51

Data Services General Information (Sprint Spark LTE and 3G Networks) ........................ 54

Sprint Spark LTE ..........................................................................................................................54

Chrome Browser .....................................................................................................................56

Camera and Video ...................................................................................................................57

Camera Overview .........................................................................................................................57

Take Pictures and Record Videos .................................................................................................57

Take a Picture

...............................................................................................................................58

Record Videos...............................................................................................................................58

View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery ......................................................................................58

Edit Pictures ..................................................................................................................................59

Share Pictures and Videos ...........................................................................................................60

Camera Settings

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Useful Apps and Features ......................................................................................................62

Urgent News .................................................................................................................................62

Navigation

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Hangouts .......................................................................................................................................64

Google Search ..............................................................................................................................65

Calculator ......................................................................................................................................66

Calendar

........................................................................................................................................66

Time ..............................................................................................................................................68

YouTube ........................................................................................................................................69

Google Play Music App .................................................................................................................69

Notes .............................................................................................................................................71

Connectivity .............................................................................................................................72

Connect to a PC via USB .............................................................................................................72

Wi-Fi

..............................................................................................................................................73

Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................................74

Global Services .......................................................................................................................78

Set the Communications Method for Global Use .........................................................................78

Setting the Carrier ........................................................................................................................78

Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account ..........................................................79

Settings ....................................................................................................................................80

Basic Settings ...............................................................................................................................80

For Assistance .........................................................................................................................94

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................94

Specifications ................................................................................................................................95

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Introduction

The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new tablet.

About the User Guide

Thank you for purchasing your new Pixi 3(7) 9007T tablet. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your tablet.

Before Using Your Tablet

Read “User guide” and “XXXXX” thoroughly for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Descriptions in the User Guide

Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your tablet’s setup at the time of purchase. Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the tablet’s Home screen, which is displayed by pressing

. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.

Screenshots and Key Labels

Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your tablet. Key labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your tablet’s display.

Other Notations

In the user guide, the tablet may be referred to either as “tablet,” “device,” or “handset.” A microSD™ or microSDHC™ card is referred to as an “SD Card” or a “memory card.”

How to Use This Guide

You can easily navigate this user guide, which is displayed in a browser window that is divided into three areas.

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Get Started

The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your tablet and wireless service the first time.

Parts and Functions

These topics illustrate your tablet’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your tablet’s screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample

images only.

Tablet Layout

Speaker

Volume Up/Down

Rear Camera

Power key

Earphone socket

Micro-USB connector/ Battery charge port

SIM Card

and Micro

SD card

Touch

screen

IR LED

Front camera

The following illustration outlines your tablet’s primary external features and buttons.

Part Description Earphone socket Allows you to hear the automated prompts.

Microphone

Transmits your voice for tablet voice search or records your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos.

Micro-USB connector/ Battery charge port

Allows you to connect the tablet charger or the USB cable (included).

Power key/ Lock Key

Press to turn on/off the tablet, or switch your tablet to silent mode, Airplane mode, or restart the device.

Volume Up/Down

Allows you to adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume during a call.

Front camera

Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows you to video conference.

SIM card Allows you to insert SIM card. MicroSD card Allows you to insert MicroSD card .

Rear camera Allows you to take pictures and videos. Speaker Allows you to hear the different ringtones and sounds.

CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the tablet.

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SIM Card

The SIM card is an IC card containing tablet number and other customer information.

Handling a SIM Card

Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card.

● Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting SIM card in another-brand IC card reader, etc. The company is not responsible in such case.

● Always keep the IC chip clean.

● Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.

● Avoid applying labels. May damage SIM card.

● See instructions included with SIM card for handling.

● SIM card is the property of the company.

● SIM card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.

● Return SIM card to the company when cancelling subscription.

● Returned SIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes.

● Note that SIM card specifications and performance may change without notice.

● It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on SIM card. The

company is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.

● Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your SIM card or tablet (SIM card inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.

● Always power off tablet before inserting/removing SIM card.

Insert SIM card and Micro SD card

Follow these instructions to insert a SIM card and Micro SD card. Remember to power off your tablet before inserting a SIM/Micro SD card.

Note: Your tablet’s SIM/Micro SD card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only.

Before inserting/removing the SIM card or microSD card, please make sure the tablet is off, to protect it from corruption or damage. In addition, regularly removing or inserting the SIM card or Micro SD card may cause the tablet to restart.

SD card cautions

Data: Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of

damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. The company is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed.

Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove Battery while reading or writing data. Battery Level: A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card. Handling SD Card: Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if

swallowed.

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Unmount the SD Card

Always unmount the SD card before removing it from your tablet. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap Storage. 3 Tap Unmount SD Card > OK.

● The menu option name changes from Unmount SD Card to Mount SD Card. The card is now unmounted.

Erase data on SD Card

If you want to erase data on SD card, follow the steps as bellow. 1 From home, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap Storage. 3 Tap Unmount SD Card > OK.

● The menu option name changes from Unmount SD Card to Mount SD Card. The card is now unmounted.

4 Tap Erase everything to confirm.

● All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your tablet .

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Charging the Battery

To charge your tablet, connect the charger to your tablet and mains socket.

● When using your tablet for the first time, charge the battery fully (approximately 5 hours).

You are advised to fully charge the battery. Charging status (

) is indicated by the percentage on

screen while the tablet is powered off. The percentage increases as the tablet is charged. 1 Insert the small end of the micro USB cord into the battery charge port on the bottom of your tablet.

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2 Insert the large end of the micro USB cord into an external USB port on charger. 3 After charging, remove the micro USB cable from both the tablet and the charger.

To reduce power consumption and energy waste, when battery is fully charged, disconnect your char ge r fro m the plug; switch off Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth or background-running applications when not in use; reduce the backlight time, etc. This device cannot be charged through USB computer connection. Please plug in your charger before first usage.

Power on Your Tablet

Press and hold the Power key until the tablet power on, unlock your tablet (Slide, PIN, Password, Pattern, None) if necessary and confirm. The Home screen is displayed.

● See Lock and Unlock Your Screen for information about using the screen.

If you do not know your PIN code or if you have forgotten it, contact your network operator. Do not leave your PIN code with your tablet. Store this information in a safe place when not in use.

Set up your tablet for the first time

The first time you power on the tablet, you will hear the voice from your tablet which is talking about the Talkback feature. To activate this feature, double tap the center of your touch screen, or touch Next to continue activation. Set the following options:

● Select the tabl et 's language, then touch NEXT.

● Touch NEXT to enter the Wi-Fi connection.

● Select an available Wi-Fi, then input the password to connect, or skip this step directly by touch

SKIP ANYW AY.

● Touch FINISH to complete the setup.

● When the tablet is powered on, you can connect to a Wi-Fi network to sign into your Google

account and to use some features.

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Power off Your Tablet

1 Press and hold the Power key until the pop-up menu appears. 2 Touch Power off to turn the tablet off.

Use the Touchscreen

Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.

Tap or Touch

When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.

Touch and Hold

To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.

Drag

To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

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Slide/Swipe

Slide the screen to scroll up and down the applications, images, web pages… at your convenience.

Flick

Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.

Pinch/Spread

Place your fingers of one hand on the screen surface and draw them apart or together to scale an element on the screen.

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Rotate

Automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the tablet sideways to have a better view.

Note:

The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change. From home, tap Apps

>Settings >Display>Rotate the contents of the screen.

Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the notification panel. Pull down the status

bar twice and tap Auto-rotate to set the function.

Activate Your Tablet

Follow the instructions below to activate your tablet if it has not already been activated. Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your tablet, it may be ready to use or you may need to activate it on your Sprint account.

● If you purchased your tablet at a Sprint Store, it is probably activated and ready to use.

● If you received your tablet in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service,

it is designed to activate automatically.

■ When you turn the tablet on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free Activation

screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.

● If you received your tablet in the mail and you are activating a new tablet for an existing number on your account (you’re swapping tablets), you can activate on your computer online or directly on your tablet.

■ Activate on your computer:

● Go to sprint.com/activate and complete the online instructions to activate your tablet.

■ Activate on your tablet:

● Turn on your new tablet. (Make sure the old one is turned off.) Your tablet will

automatically attempt Hands-Free Activation.

● Tap Activate to override auto-activation and start the manual activation wizard.

● Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the activation process.

If your tablet is not activated, visit sprint.com/support for assistance. If you do not have access to the Internet, call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 from another tablet.

Tip

: Do not press the Power/Lock key while the tablet is being activated. Pressing the Power/Lock

key cancels the activation process.

Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, visit sprint.com/support.

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Activation and Service

Before using your tablet, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your tablet’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.

For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.

Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan

Set up your Boost Mobile account. 1 From your computer, visit boostmobile.com/activate. 2 Enter your tablet’s MEID and click start activation process.

● Your tablet’s MEID (serial number) is printed on the sticker located on the back of your tablet. This number can also be found on the bottom panel of the tablet’s package.

3 Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method. 4 Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your tablet. Note: You can also activate by phone by calling 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848) from any other

phone.

Activate Your Tablet

After setting up your account on boostmobile.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Boost Mobile device to a new one, be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device automatically.

You can also start the activation process manually.

● From home, tap

Apps >Settings

> Activate this device.

Complete the Setup Screens

The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your tablet. 1 The first time you power on the tablet, you will hear the voice from your tablet which is talking about

the Talkback feature.

● To activate this feature, double tap the center of your touch screen,

● Or touch Next to continue activation. You can then complete the setup process.

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2 Select a language (if prompted) and tap Next to continue.

● Select a language as the system display language, then tap Next.

3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the option

to skip it and continue to the next screen.

● Wi-Fi – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fifor more details.

■ Got Google? – Tap Yes and complete the steps to sign in to your current Google Account,

or tap No and then tap Get an account (to set up a new Google Account) or Not now to skip Google setup. The following options may apply depending on your selection:

● Sign in – Enter your Gmail address and password and tap Sign in to sign in to your current Google Account.

● Get an account – Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google Account. There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email address (Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup email address and recovery question), an option to join Google+, and an option to enable purchases from the Google Play Store app. Tap Next between each screen.

● Use Google location – Select your Google location options and then tap Next.

■ This tablet belongs to… - If applicable, enter your first and last name and tap Next. This

information is used by the tablet to personalize certain apps.

3 Tap Finish. Your setup is now complete. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic tap

menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.

● Your tablet is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access additional options through the Apps screen or through Settings.

Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your tablet. However, to download apps

from the Google Play Store app, you must link your tablet to a Google Account.

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Basic Operations

The following topics outline basic features and operations of your tablet.

Basics

The following topics offer an overview of your tablet’s basic operations.

Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List

Most of your tablet’s operations originate from the Home screen or the apps list.

For information about using the Home screen, see Home Screen Basics.

Select Options and Navigate Screens

Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.

● Tap Back

to return to the previous screen.

Recent Applications

You can display a list of recently used applications using the recent apps key.

● Tap Recent Apps

to view a list of recently used applications.

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Tablet Settings Menu

You can customize your tablet’s settings and options through the Settings menu.

● From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings . – or – Drag the status bar down and touch

to switch to Quick setting panel, then touch settings .

For more information, see Settings.

Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation

The default orientation for your tablet’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the tablet sideways.

● Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation. Note: The Auto-rotate check box needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically

change. From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings > Display >

Rotate the contents of

the screen.

Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the notification panel. Pull down the status

bar twice and tap Auto-rotate to set the function.

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Capture Screenshots

You can use your tablet’s power and Volume down to capture screenshots.

● Press and hold the Power/Lock key and Volume down key at the same time to capture a

screenshot of the current screen.

■ The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the tablet’s Gallery. From Home screen, tap Apps

> Gallery .

Applications

The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your tablet.

Launch Applications

All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps (Figure 1).

(Figure 1) (Figure 2)

2 The apps list opens(Figure 2). 3 Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application.

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Apps List

The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your tablet. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your tablet.

App Function/Service

Contacts

To manage your contacts information.

To enter your mail account.

File Manager

To manage files in the device.

Downloads

To display all the apps downloaded.

Play Music

To enjoy music songs.

Calendar

To display date, week information or etc.

Calculator

To do some common calculations.

Silent Mode/Airplane Mode

The following topics explain how to use your tablet’s Silent Mode and Airplane Mode settings.

Silent Mode

Silent mode sets your tablet’s ringtone, operation sounds, notifications, etc., not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you.

Note: Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, and certain other sounds may still be active during silent

mode.

To set silent mode:

1 Press and hold the power key to display the device options menu. 2 Tap Silent mode .

● Your tablet is now in silent mode .

To restore sound settings:

1 Press and hold the power key to display the device options menu.

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2 Tap Silent mode .

● Your tablet’s sound settings are now restored .

Airplane Mode

Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your tablet on so you can use apps that don’t require a signal or data.

To turn on airplane mode:

1 Press and hold the power key to display the device options menu.

2 Tap Airplane mode . Your tablet is now in airplane mode. You will see the airplane mode icon

in the status bar.

Tip: You can also access airplane mode through the Quick setting panel. Drag the status bar down and

touch to switch Quick setting panel, then touch Airplane mode .

To turn off Airplane mode:

1 Press and hold the power key to display the device options menu.

2 Tap Airplane mode.

● Your tablet’s wireless connection features are now restored.

Tip: Y ou can also access airplane mode through the Quick setting panel. Drag the status bar down and

touch to switch Quick setting panel, then touch Airplane mode .

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Enter Text

You can type on your tablet using one of the available touchscreen keyboards or Google voice typing.

Touchscreen Keyboards

Your tablet offers you a choice of [Android Keyboard AOSP] touchscreen keyboards for entering text. The keyboard appear automatically onscreen when you tap a text entry field, and they can be used in either portrait or landscape mode. You can also use the Google Voice typing option to enter text using your voice.

The methods available include:

● Android Keyboard AOSP lets you use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional

options expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately. See Android Keyboard for details.

Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For

example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key.

Google Voice Typing

Google Voice typing uses Google voice recognition to convert speech to text.

Tips for Editing Text

Your tablet gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more.

Google Account

You will need a Google Account to access several tablet features such as Gmail, Google Maps, Hangouts, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you must enter your account information. These applications sync between your tablet and your online Google Account.

Google Account Cautions

Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password.

Create a Google Account

If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your tablet. Notes:

● You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your tablet’s Setup application.

● Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your tablet, such as Google Play, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your tablet.

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Create a Google Account Online

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account. 2 Tap Google and then tap New.

3 Enter your First name and Last name, and then tap NEXT. 4 Enter a desired User name, and then tap NEXT. 5 When prompted, enter and reenter a password and then tap NEXT. 6 Create a tablet number and then tap NEXT, or tap REMIND ME LATER. Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your tablet or online, you will be prompted

to add a secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from which you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged

for Android users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your tablet. 7 On the Privacy and Terms screen, tap AGREE to continue. 8 You can see your Google Account is ready to go, tap NEXT. 9 After your tablet connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your

tablet and then tap NEXT.

10 Set up your payment information or tap Remind me later, and then tap Next.

● You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items.

If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your tablet, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Add account. 2 Tap Google, and then enter your Gmail address and tap NEXT. 3 Enter your Gmail password, and then tap NEXT.

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● You are signed in to your Google Account, and your tablet will synchronize the selected items.

Google Play Store

Google Play™ is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your tablet. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games to bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you can easily download and install it on your tablet.

To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your tablet’s Wi-Fi or mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Browser and Sign In to Your Google Account for details.

Installing Applications

Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your tablet from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.). The company is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.).

Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, don’t use the application.

Find and Install an App

When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your tablet, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. Download and install only apps that you trust.

1 From Home screen, tap Play Store . 2 When you open the Google Play store app for the first time, the Terms of Service window will

appear. Tap Accept to continue.

3 Browse through the categories (Apps, Games, Movies & TV, Music, Books, or Newsstand), find an

item you’re interested in, and tap the name.

● Browse through featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open Google Play.

● Browse apps recommended by Sprint. Tap Apps

> Sprint, and then scroll through the list.

● Search for an app. Tap on the Google Play Home screen, enter the name or type of app you’re looking for, and then tap

on the keyboard. 4 Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews. 5 Tap Install (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications). Note: You need a Google Wallet account to purchase items on Google Play. See Google Wallet to

set up a Google Wallet account if you do not have one.

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6 The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to your personal

information or access to certain functions or settings of your tablet. If you agree to the conditions, tap ACCEPT (for free apps) or ACCEPT and then BUY (for paid apps) to begin downloading and installing the app.

● If you selected a paid application, after tapping OK, you’re redirected to the Google Wallet screen to pay for the application before it’s downloaded to your tablet.

● The selected app is downloaded and installed on your tablet.

Warning

: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have access to

many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your tablet.

Purchasing Applications

Purchase apps at your own risk. The company is not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for user or third parties.

Request a Refund for a Paid App

If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your credit card is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your tablet.

If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you can’t request a refund a second time. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store .

2 Tap Menu > My Apps. 3 Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens. 4 Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm. Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled.

Update an App

Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from the Play Store app.

Update an App Directly 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store .

2 Tap Menu > My Apps. 3 Tap the app you want to update, and then tap Update > Accept.

■ Theappupdateisdownloadedandinstalled.

Set Automatic App Updates

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store . 2 Tap Menu > My Apps.

3 Tap the app you want to set for auto-update, and then tap Auto-update.

● The app is set to update automatically whenever an update becomes available.

Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps.

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Uninstall an App

You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store .

2 Tap Menu > My Apps. 3 On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap Uninstall > OK.

● The app is uninstalled and removed from your tablet.

Get Help with Google Play

The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about the app.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store . 2 Tap Menu > My Apps.

● The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play.

Lock and Unlock Your Screen

Your tablet allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it.

Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use

● To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock key.and show the lock screen.

To save battery power, the tablet automatically turns off the screen after a certain period of time when you leave it idle.

Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Display Settings. Turn the Screen On and Unlock It 1 To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock key.

● The lock screen appears.

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2 Press and slide up the locked screen to unlock, slide left to access camera directly.

● Once your device is powered on, it shows a locked screen interface, which is set as default.

● The screen is unlocked.

● If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password

or PIN. See Screen Lock

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Update Your Tablet

From time to time, updates may become available for your tablet. You can download and apply updates through the Settings > System Updates.

Software Update Cautions

During update: The tablet cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take time to

update your tablet’s software. Signal during update: Update your tablet where signal reception is good, and do not change location

during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before beginning an update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail. An update failure may disable the tablet.

Other functions during update: Other tablet functions cannot be used during a software update.

Update Your Tablet Software

You can update your tablet’s software using the System Update option.

Before Updating Your Tablet

Updating your tablet may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your tablet (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). You must back up all critical information before updating your tablet firmware.

Back Up All Data Prior to Update

To back up your Gmail information: 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Google.

2 Tap the Auto-sync data option to enable the feature (checkmark).

● If the Auto-sync data option is on, email, Calendar and Contacts automatically synchronize whenever a change is made.

● If the Auto-sync data is off, tap the sync icon within the account field to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen.

3 Tap Sync now to sync your Google Account information. To back up your Exchange Mail information:

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. 2 Tap the sync icon within the Corporate account field to reveal the account’s synchronization

settings screen.

3 Toggle the onscreen checkmark to manually synchronize the desired parameters (Contacts or

Calendar).

To back up your Google apps:

Your Google app purchases are reloaded remotely and can be re-installed after the update is applied. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Store . 2 Tap Menu > My Apps > All tab.

3 Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to

reinstall.

4 Follow the onscreen instructions.

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As an added precaution, to preserve any data on your microSD card, please unmount it from your tablet prior to starting the update process. From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings > Storage >

Unmount SD card.

Update Your Tablet’s Software

Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update now option to update your tablet’s software. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > System updates.

2 Tap System updates now.

● Your tablet automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your tablet off and back on to complete the software upgrade.

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Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notifications window.

1 Locate the System Update Available icons in notifications. 2 Drag the status bar down. 3 Tap icons to open the System Updates screen. 4 Tap Download and follow the onscreen instructions.

● The downloading icon appears within the status bar to indicate the tablet is downloading the necessary files.

5 Tap Restart and install to complete the process.

Confirm Your Current Tablet Firmware

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > About device.

2 Locate the Baseband version read-only field.

Update Your Profile

This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your tablet.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > System Updates > Update Profile. 2 Follow the onscreen instructions.

● The tablet will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when complete.

Note

: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to

reconnect with the network.

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Your Tablet Interface

The following topics describe how to use and customize your tablet’s Home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notifications window.

Home Screen Basics

The Home screen is the starting point for your tablet’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your Home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.

You can bring all your favorite icons (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets) to your Homescreen for quick access. Touch the Home key to switch to Home screen.

Status bar

Favorite tray applications

All Apps

Home key

• While on any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen.

Back key

• Touch to go back to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, options menu, the notification panel, etc.

• Touch to view the recent apps.

Power/lock key

• Press: Lock the screen/Light up the screen.

• Press and hold: Power on or pop up the menu to get more options, such as

Power off, Airplane mode, etc.

• Press and hold Power key and Volume down key to capture a screenshot.

• Press and hold about 10 seconds to restart the device.

Volume Keys

• In Music/Video/Streaming mode, adjust the media volume.

• Press and hold Power key and Volume down key to capture a screenshot.

Status bar

• Status/Notification indicators.

Favorite tray applications

• Touch to launch the application.

• Touch and hold to move or delete the application.

All Apps

• Touch to see all applications.

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Note

: Your tablet’s home screens cycle through so that you can keep swiping in one direction and

make it back to the main home screen. The small circles above the primary shortcuts let you know your current screen position.

Tip: Press Home

to return to the main home screen from any other screen.

Extended Home Screens

In addition to the main home screen, your tablet features extended home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press Home to display the main home screen and then slide the screen right or left to move from the main screen to an extended screen. There are up to three extended screens available in addition to the main home screen.

[illustration]

● If you are not already using the maximum number of screens for your tablet, you can add more screens by touching and holding an app on a home screen, draging the selected app to the right side until a new screen added, then releasing it.

● While on an extended screen, press Home

to return to the main home screen.

To go directly to a particular screen:

1. From any screen, touch and hold an empty area on a home screen to display thumbnail images of all screens.

[illustration]

2. Tap the screen you want to open.

Status Bar

From status bar, you can view both tablet status on the right side and notification information on the left side. Touch and drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel or the Quick settings panel. Touch and drag up to close it.

Main Notification Icons

Icon Notification

New voicemail

New email

New Gmail

Event

New Hangout message

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New Sprint Zone message

Keyboard active

USB connection

Alarm

Warning

Update available

Update downloading

Update successful

More notifications available (drag down to view)

Main Status Icons

Icon Status

Bluetooth® active

GPS active

Wi-Fi® active

Downloading

Vibrate

Network (full signal)

Network (roaming)

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Sprint Spark enhanced 4G LTE data service

3G (data service)

Airplane mode

Sync active

Battery (charging)

Battery (full charge)

Tip

: Touch and drag down the Status bar to open the Quick setting panel or Notification panel. Touch

and drag up to close it.

Notification Panel

When there are notifications, touch and drag down the Status bar to open the Notification panel and read the detailed information.

Touch to switch to the Quick setting panel

Touch to clear all event–based notifications (other ongoing notifications will remain)

Note: After opening the Notification panel, you can touch to switch to the Quick setting panel, or

drag down the Status bar again to access the Quick setting panel.

Quick Setting Panel

You can enable or disable functions or change modes by touching the icons on Quick setting panel.

Touch to enter the User screen, where allows you to switch the user mode.

Touch to access Settings, where allows you to set more items.

Note: After opening the Quick setting panel, touch to enter User screen, where allows you to

switch the user mode, or add new users.

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Search Bar

The tablet provides a Search function which can be used to locate information within applications, the tablet or the web.

Search by text

Search by voice

Search by text

● Touch Search bar from the Home screen.

● Enter the text/phrase you want to search for.

● Touch

on the keyboard if you want to search on the web.

Search by voice

● Touch

from Search bar to display a dialog screen.

● Speak the word/phrase you want to search for. A list of search results will display for you to

select from.

Customize the Home screen

Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the Home screen.

Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen

● Moving Widgets and Icons: From Home screen, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the

desired location.

● Deleting Widgets and Icons: From Home screen, touch and hold an item and then drag it to

Remove (icon) .

● Displaying the Home Screen Menu: From Home screen, touch and hold an empty space to

display the Home Screen menu. Menu options include WALLPAPERS, WIDGETS, and SETTING.

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Change the Wallpaper

Select and assign your tablet’s background wallpaper. 1 From Home screen, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap WALLPAPERS.

● You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. Tap Apps > Settings >

Display > Wallpaper.

2 Tap an option to select the wallpaper.

● Home screen to set the background wallpaper for your Home screen. Select from Gallery, Live

Wallpapers, Photos, or Wallpapers.

● Lock screen to set the wallpaper for your tablet’s lock screen. Select from Gallery or Wallpapers.

● Home screen and lock screens to set a wallpaper for both your Home screen and your lock

screen. Select from Gallery, Wallpapers, or Live Wallpapers.

3 Select a wallpaper and tap Set wallpaper.

● The wallpaper is set.

Notes:

● If you select Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Once selected, use the

crop tool to re-size and position the image and then tap Done.

● If you select Live Wallpapers, before you tap Set wallpaper, you can tap Settings to select

custom animation settings, etc., for the live wallpaper.

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Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen

You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the Home screen. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps .

● The Apps list opens.

2 Touch and hold an app icon.

● The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your Home screens.

3 Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the Home screens.

● The shortcut is added to the Home screen.

Add Widgets to the Home Screen

You can add widgets to your tablet’s Home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps .

● The Apps list opens.

2 Tap the Widgets tab at the top of the Apps list. 3 Touch and hold a widget icon.

● The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your Home screens.

4 Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the Home screens.

● The widget is added to the Home screen.

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Add Folders to the Home Screen

To improve the organization of items (shortcuts or applications) on the Home screen, you can add them to a folder by stacking one item on top of another.

1 From Home screen, touch and hold an item and drag it on top of another item to create a folder .

2 Touch the folder created, and touch the name of folder to re-mane it.

● A new folder is created.

3 To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut and drag it on top of the new

folder.

● The new shortcut is added to the folder.

Change Folder Names

Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display. 1 From Home screen, tap the folder to open it, and then tap the folder name.

2 Type a new name and then tap .

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Contacts

The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your tablet as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.

Contacts Cautions

Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed for accident or malfunction. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of contacts and other important information. The company is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts.

Add a Contact

You can add contacts from your tablet’s Contact application. Enter details such as name, tablet numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap to add a contact.

● The Add Contact screen appears.

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If you have multiple account types associated with your tablet, select a contact type.

● Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced

automatically with your Google Account online.

● Select Device as the sync account if you want your contacts on your tablet only; they will not

be synced with your Google Account.

4 Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.

● : Tap the picture icon to assign a picture to the contact.

● Name

● Tablet

● Email

● Address

● Groups

● Ringtone

● Vibration pattern

● Add another field: Tap Add another field to include additional information such as IM address, Notes, Nickname, Website, etc.

Notes

● To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field and select the appropriate type.

● To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap “Add new“ on the bottom of the entry field.

5 When you have finished adding information, tap to save.

● The contact is added.

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Check Contacts

View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap a contact to view its details.

● The contact’s detailed listing appears.

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Contacts Screen Layout

The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features.

Item Description Favorites Show favorite contacts and the frequently contacted contacts. All contacts Show all contacts. Groups Show contact groups. Contact Tap to show contact’s details. Search Search contacts. Add new Add a new contact.

Edit a Contact

Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap a contact to view its details.

● The contact’s detailed listing appears.

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3 Tap Edit . 4 Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.

5 Add or edit the information, and then tap to save.

● Your changes are saved to the contact entry.

Notes:

● To select a type (label) for a tablet number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field.

● To add more tablet numbers, email addresses, etc., tap Add new on the right side of the entry field.

Delete a Contact

You can delete a contact from the contacts details page. 1 From Home screen, tap Contacts.

● You will see the Contacts list.

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2 Tap a contact to view its details.

● The contact’s detailed listing appears.

3 Tap > Delete.

4 Select the contact you want to delete on the contact list.

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5 Tap OK.

● The contact is deleted.

Share a Contact

You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, or Gmail. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap a contact to display it, and then tap > Share.

● You will see the Share contact via menu.

3 In the Share contact via menu, select a method:

● Bluetooth to send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending via Bluetooth.

● Email to send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Compose and Send Email for details on sending email.

● Gmail to send the information as a Gmail attachment. Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Create and Send a Gmail Message for details.

4 Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method.

● The selected contact will be shared.

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Import Contacts

Your tablet offers a couple of options for importing contacts from external devices or installed memory cards.

Import Contacts from an SD Card or USB Storage

Import (load) contacts that have been backed up on an SD Card. Before Importing Contacts from an SD Card You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your

tablet before you can import contacts. See “Insert SIM card and Micro SD card1”.

Import Contacts from an SD Card or USB Storage 1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap Menu > Import/Export.

● You will see the Import/Export contacts menu.

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3 Tap Import from storage.

4 Tap SD card to import the contacts.

5 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import.

● The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account.

Back Up Contacts

If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you can manually back them up for re-import if needed.

Back Up Contacts to an SD Card

You can back up your contacts to an installed SD card.

Before Backing Up Contacts to an SD Card

You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your tablet before you can back up your contacts. See“Insert SIM card and Micro SD card1”.

Back Up Contacts to Your SD Card 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts .

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap Menu > Import/Export.

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● You will see the Import/Export contacts menu.

3 Tap Export to storage.

4 Tap the contacts to select the contacts you want to back up, then tap , or tap Menu >

mark All.

5 Now you will enter the Select Path options screen.

6 Select SD card and tap OK to confirm the export.

● The contacts are exported and saved to the installed SD card.

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Gmail

Create and Send Gmail

Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail messages. Before using Gmail, you must register a Google (Gmail) Account on your tablet. See “Google Account1” for details.

Gmail Cautions

Gmail is handled as email from a PC. Restricting email from PCs on your tablet prevents your tablet from receiving Gmail.

Create and Send a Gmail Message

Use your tablet to create and send Gmail messages. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Gmail .

● The Gmail inbox opens.

2 In the Primary, tap to compose.

● The Gmail composition window opens.

3 Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send .

● The Gmail message is sent.

Gmail Composition Options

● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window,tap to add recipients.

● Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap . Locate and then tap

the picture or video you want to attach.

● Save as a Draft (Send Later): While composing your message, tap Menu > Save draft. The message is saved as a draft for later.

● Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap Menu > Discard.

Notes:

● To view your draft email messages, tap

and then tap Drafts.

● To view your sent messages, tap and then tap Sent.

Check Received Gmail Messages

Your tablet allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.

Open New Gmail Messages

When new Gmail arrives, you will see in the status bar. 1 Drag the status bar down to display the notifications window. 2 Tap the new message from the notifications window.

● The new Gmail message opens.

● If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail inbox.

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Open Gmail Messages

You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the All mail window. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Gmail . .

● The Gmail Primary opens.

2 Tap the message thread you want to view.

● The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed.

Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages

● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply , compose your

reply message, and tap Send .

● To reply to all, tap Menu > Reply all.

● Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Foward to enter the forwarding window, then enter a recipient and an additional message, and tap Send .

Manage Gmail Messages

Your tablet give you control over how you manage your Gmail messages, with labels, thread management, search capabilities, adding multiple Google Accounts, and more.

Use Gmail Labels

Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label “Inbox” is automatically added to the thread. By then adding the label “travel,” all threads with “travel” are shown in a list.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary opens.

2 Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark. 3 Tap a label for the thread, then tap Menu > Change labels.

● Label as pop-up window displays, tap OK to save the thread to the selected label.

● The thread is added to the selected label.

Archive Gmail Threads

When replies arrive for archived threads, they appear in the Primary box again. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2 Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark, then tap Archive .

● The thread is archived to All mail box.

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Mute Gmail Threads

If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the Primary box. When mail arrives that includes user’s address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the Primary box.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark, then tap Menu > Mute.

● The thread is now hidden.

Delete Gmail Threads

If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the Primary box.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2 Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark, then tap Delete .

● The thread is deleted to Trash box.

Search Gmail Messages

If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the Primary box. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2 Tap . 3 Enter your search text and tap .

● The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it.

Report Spam or Phishing Gmail

You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your tablet’s Gmail Primary box or All mail box. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2 Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark, then tap Menu > Report spam or

Report phishing.

● The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Gmail.

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Add Another Google (Gmail) Account

If you have multiple Gmail accounts that you wish to view on your tablet, you can add them from the Settings > Accounts.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Add account. 2 Tap Google, and then tap Existing. 3 Enter your Gmail user name and password, and then tap Next . 4 After your tablet connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your

tablet and then tap Sync now.

5 Tap Finish setup.

● You are signed in to your Google Account, and you can access both of your Gmail accounts from the Gmail app.

Switching between Gmail Accounts

If you have more than one Gmail account set up, you can switch between them in the Gmail app. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps >Gmail .

● The Primary box opens.

2 Tap Primary box. 3 Tap the account you want to view from the list at the top of the menu.

● The selected account Primary box is displayed.

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Use the Mail application to send and receive email from your web mail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.

Set Up an Email Account

Your tablet supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts set up at one time.

Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the user name (user ID), password, server name, etc., so you can get set up successfully.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Email .

● A popup window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set up.

2 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.

● The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email.

Add an Email Account

You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your tablet.

Add an Email Account from the Email App

You can add email accounts directly from the email App, even if you have another email account set up. 1 From Home screen, tap Email .

2 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the account setup.

● The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account.

Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu

You can also set up email accounts from the Settings

> Accounts.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Exchange, IMAP

or POP3.

2 Enter the Email address for the email account and then tap Next.

● Tapping Next prompts your tablet to attempt a “regular” email setup and test the incoming and outgoing servers.

● If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc.

3 Select your sync settings and then tap Next. 4 Enter an account name and a display name and tap Done to complete setup.

● The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email for the account.

Important: If the account type you want to set up is not in the tablet database, you will be asked to enter more details. You should get all pertinent information for the email account, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before you proceed.

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Compose and Send Email

Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your tablet. Increase your productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages.

1 From Home screen, tap Email .

● The email inbox opens.

● If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the screen

and select another account.

2 Tap to compose.

● The email composition window opens.

3 Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message. 4 Tap Send .

● The email message is sent.

Open New Email Messages

When new a mail arrives, you will see in the status bar. 1 Drag the status bar down to display the notifications window. 2 Tap the new message from the notifications window.

● The new email message opens.

● If you have two or more new email messages, tapping the notification opens the email Inbox.

Tap a message to open it.

Open Email Messages

You can also open and read email messages directly from the email Inbox. Reading and replying to email on your tablet is as simple as on your computer.

1 From Home screen, tap Email .

● The email inbox opens.

2 Tap the message you want to view.

● The email message opens.

Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account.

3 Tap Reply or tap Menu > Reply all to reply to the message. Options when Reviewing Email Messages

● Resetting Mail as Unread: Touch and hold a read email message and then tap

● Deleting Email: Touch and hold the email message and then tap Delete .

● Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply or tap Menu

> Reply all, compose your reply message, and tap Send

● Forwarding Email Messages: With the email message open, tap Menu > Forward, enter a recipient and an additional message, and tap Send

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Delete an Email Account

You can delete an email account from your tablet if you no longer wish to receive messages for the account on your tablet.

1 From Home screen, tap Email .

● The email inbox opens.

2 Tap Menu > Settings.

● Select the email account(s) you want to delete.

3 Tap Remove account.

● A Remove account pop-up window appears, tap CONTINUE to go to the Settings app, where you can remove accounts.

4 Tap Accounts, then select the account(s) to delete, tap > Remove account. 5 Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT to confirm.

● The account is deleted from your tablet.

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Data Services General Information (Sprint Spark LTE and 3G Networks)

The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your tablet.

Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your tablet is loading the requested service, the touchscreen may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the tablet some time to process your data usage request.

Sprint Spark LTE

The Sprint Spark enhanced L TE network provides your tablet with wireless Internet access over greater distances than Wi-Fi and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your tablet to Sprint Spark, you need to be in an area covered by the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network.

For more information about the availability of Sprint Spark in your location, visit sprint.com/coverage.

Note

: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors including your distance

to the base station, and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.

Set Your Network Options

1 From home, tap Apps > Settings > More >Cellular networks. 2 Select Data enabled.

● The tablet will scan for the best available Sprint network and will automatically connect to it.

When your tablet is connected via Sprint Spark, the Sprint Spark icon

will appear in the

status bar. Note: The Sprint Spark network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for

your tablet to connect to it.

Your User Name

When you buy your tablet and sign up for service, you’re automatically assigned a user name, which is typically based on your name and a number, followed by “@sprintpcs.com.” (For example, the third John Smith to sign up for Sprint data services might have jsmith003@sprintpcs.com as his user name.)

When you use data services, your user name is submitted to identify you to the network. Your user name is automatically programmed into your phone. You don’t have to enter it.

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Find Your User Name

You can find your user name through your tablet’s device menu.

1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > About tablet.

2. Tap Status.

[illustration]

● You will see your user name under the “Username” heading.

● Update Your User Name

● If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to

your services, you must then update the profile on your phone.

1 From home, tap Apps > Settings > System update . 2 Tap Update Profile.

[illustration]

Your tablet will download and install the profile update.

Data Connection Status and Indicators

Your tablet displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used:

Icon Status

Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars mean a better signal.

Sprint Spark Enhanced LTE data service: Your tablet is connected to the Sprint Spark enhanced LTE network. The rays spin when data is being transferred.

3G (data service): Your tablet is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is animated, your tablet is transferring or receiving data.

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Chrome Browser

In addition to the default “Internet” Web browser, your tablet supports the Chrome mobile Web browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your tablet.

1 From Home screen, tap Chrome .

● Chrome opens.

2 Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address

(URL).

● The search results appear or a Web page opens.

Chrome Support

● To find on-tablet help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap Menu > Help & Feedback.

● A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome.

Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/.

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Camera and Video

You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your tablet comes with a 5 megapixel camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos.

Camera Overview

The camera’s viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.

Switch view mode: Switch between the back camera lens and the front-facing camera lens (for

self-portraits, video chatting, etc.).

HDR: Touch to set the function that don’t move the tablet during the HDR capturing. Settings: Opens the camera settings menu and lets you change additional camera settings. See

Camera Settings.

Note: You can customize the onscreen shortcuts on the left side of the screen. Touch and hold an icon

to display the available options and then drag an available icon to the option you want to replace. Additional options may include Focus mode, Scene mode, Exposure value, Timer, Resolution, White balance, ICO, Metering, Auto contrast, Outdoor visibility, and Guidelines.

Take Pictures and Record Videos

The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your tablet’s camera.

Capturing Pictures/Videos

● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG.

● File Format for Videos: File format for videos is MPEG4.

Camera Cautions

If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still images/ videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand.

Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long periods. May discolor color filter and affect color of images.

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Take a Picture

You can take high-resolution pictures using your tablet’s camera.

Note

: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is

installed, pictures and videos are saved to your tablet’s memory.

1 From Home screen, tap Camera .

● The camera viewfinder appears.

2 Aim the camera at your subject and then touch and hold.

● Auto focus activates.

3 Touch to take the picture.

● The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your tablet or SD card.

Record Videos

Record high-quality videos using your tablet’s video camera. Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is

installed, pictures and videos are saved to your tablet’s memory.

1 From Home screen, tap Camera .

● The camera viewfinder appears.

2 Aim the camera at your subject, tap and then tap Record .

● Tap , video recording begins.

3 Tap to pause recording. Tap to stop recording.

● The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your tablet or SD card.

View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery

Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your tablet’s camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or tablet memory. You can also take a look at your pictures and your friends’ pictures that are on your social networks (Facebook and Flickr only).

For pictures that are on your storage card or tablet memory, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends.

View Pictures and Videos

You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your tablet’s Gallery. 1 From Home screen, tap Gallery .

● The album list opens.

2 Tap an album (such as Camera).

● The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

● To select another album, tap Back

to return to the Albums tab.

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3 Tap an image to view the picture or video.

● The picture opens or the video begins playing.

● Tap a picture or video to view it full screen.

● When viewing pictures and videos, you can touch and hold an image to open a selection menu

and choose what to do with the picture or video.

Pictures and Videos: Review Screen

After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image at the bottom left corner of the screen to see the item in the review screen. Touch Menu

, where allows you to access

options such as delete, crop, or edit the picture or video.

Pictures and Videos: Options while Viewing

● Zoom In or Out on a Picture or Video: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in

or out on a picture or video.

● Viewing Videos: Use the onscreen controls to play, pause, or stop the video playback.

After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse through the pictures and videos of that album. Tap a picture or video to view it in full screen. By default, the pictures and videos in an album are displayed in grid view.

Note: When viewing pictures, you can touch and hold on a picture or video to open a selection menu

and choose what to do with the picture or video.

Edit Pictures

Whether you’re browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can touch and hold on a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more.

Rotate and Save a Picture

1 From Home screen, tap Gallery .

● The album list opens.

2 Tap an album (such as Camera).

● The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

3 Tap the picture you want to rotate. 4 Tap Menu and then select either Rotate left or Rotate right.

● The picture is rotated and saved to the tablet or SD card, depending on your settings.

Crop a Picture

1 From Home screen, tap Gallery .

● The album list opens.

2 Tap an album (such as Camera).

● The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

3 Tap the picture you want to crop. 4 Tap Menu > Crop.

● A crop box appears on the picture.

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5 To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear,

drag your finger inward to or outward to re-size the crop box.

● To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired size and position.

6 Tap SAVE to apply the changes to the picture.

● The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture remains unedited.

Share Pictures and Videos

The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Hangouts,Gmail, or Bluetooth) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another tablet or your computer using Bluetooth.

Send Pictures or Videos by Email

You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file attachments in your email. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email or Create and Send a Gmail Message.

1 From Home screen, tap Gallery .

● The album list opens.

2 Tap an album (such as Camera).

● The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

3 Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share. 4 Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.

● To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.

5 Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap Email or Gmail.

● Follow onscreen prompts to complete and send the message.

Note: If you selected Mail and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email or Create and Send

a Gmail Message.

Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth

You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s tablet or your computer using Bluetooth.

1 From Home screen, tap Gallery .

● The album list opens.

2 Tap an album (such as Camera).

● The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.

3 Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share. 4 Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.

● To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.

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5 Tap Share and then on the Share via menu, tap Bluetooth.

● Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files.

For more information, see Bluetooth.

Camera Settings

You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.

Switch Cameras

Your tablet lets you use different types of cameras depending on your settings and downloads. 1 From Home screen, tap Camera .

● The camera viewfinder appears.

2 Tap .

● The window to switch cameras opens.

3 Tap a camera type.

● The camera switches type.

Set Camera Functions

You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event. 1 From Home screen, tap Camera .

● The camera viewfinder appears.

2 Tap Settings .

● The camera settings menu opens.

3 Select your desired settings.

● The settings are applied.

● Set table items differ depending on the camera type in use.

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Useful Apps and Features

The following topics detail many of your tablet’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, and more.

Urgent News

View received information for earthquakes, tsunami, and other disasters (receive setting is enabled at time of purchase).

Urgent News Cautions

Reception: Depending on usage/situation, the tablet may receive Urgent News for other areas or no

Urgent News. The company is not responsible for damages caused by using this service, including accidents resulting from received information, reception timing, or reception/reception failure.

Standby Time: While Urgent News is enabled, standby time is shorter. Disabling Urgent News

● In the Received Urgent News list, tap Menu

> Receive settings > Receive setting [icon]

> Disable.

Receive Urgent News

If urgent news arrives, [icon] and a message appear in the status bar. Phone alert sounds and vibrations differentiate between earthquake alerts and disaster/evacuation information.

● Urgent News is not received during calls or transmissions, or when signal is weak.

● Alert sounds for arriving Urgent News even if in Silent mode.

Receiving Urgent News

1 When urgent news arrives, pull down the status bar to open the notification panel.

● The notification panel opens.

2 Tap the urgent news message.

● The Received Urgent News list opens.

3 Tap the urgent news item to open it.

● The Received Urgent News message opens.

Open Previously Received Urgent News

You can access the urgent news list through the urgent news app. 1 From home, tap Apps > Urgent News [icon].

● The Received Urgent News list opens.

2 Tap an urgent news message to open it.

● The urgent news message opens.

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Sprint Zone

Access your Sprint account, get phone information and help, find recommended apps, and more. 1 From home, tap Apps > Sprint Zone .

2 T ap My Account to sign in to and manage your Sprint account, Support to get help with your device

or service, Sprint News to learn the latest Sprint information, or Network to see or test your current data connectivity.

Note

: Sprint Zone categories and options are subject to change. Check back frequently for new content

and updates.

Nascar Mobile

Now you have the ability to get every bit of NASCAR coverage, news, and stats right on your phone. Install the NASCAR MOBILE App on Your tablet Before you use the NASCAR MOBILE app on your phone, you must download and install the app from

Google Play. 1 From home, tap Apps > Play Store . 2 Tap the Search icon and search for “nascar mobile”. 3 Tap NASCAR MOBILE from the results list. 4 Tap Install, and then tap Accept.

● The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone.

5 When the download has completed, tap Open.

● To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > NASCAR .

Use the NASCAR MOBILE App

1 From home, tap Apps > NASCAR .

● The NASCAR Mobile app opens.

2. Follow the prompts to customize your app and begin following your favorite racers.

Navigation

Your tablet offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are and get you where you’re going.

Enable Location Services on Your Tablet

Before using any location-based services, you must enable your tablet’s location feature. For information about setting your tablet’s location options, see Access Location Settings.

Google Maps

Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more.

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View Maps of Specified Places

Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Maps .

● Google Maps opens.

● If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use.

2 Tap Search . 3 Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list.

● A map of the specified location opens.

Google Maps Operations

● Viewing Current Location: From the Maps app, tap .

● Obtain Useful Area Information for Current Location: From the Maps app, tap the search

bar, enter the information you’re looking for, and then tap a result to view it.

● View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, etc., in Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu and then tap Traffic, Satellite, Google Earth, etc.

● Check Route to Destination: From the Maps app, tap the search bar, enter your current location and your destination, tap a method of transport (car, public transit, bicycle, or on foot), and then tap Search for route.

● Route candidates appear in a list.

● Check Detailed Operation for Maps: From the Maps app, tap Menu > Help.

Hangouts

Hangouts is Google’s instant messaging service. Use to communicate with other Hangout users, and also use video calling. Log in to a Google account beforehand (see Google Account).

Using Hangouts

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Hangouts .

● The Hangouts app will open.

2 Tap Add to start a new Hangout. 3 Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list. 4 Type a message start a call to chat.

● A chat window or a video chat window opens.

● Each time text is entered, the corresponding friend appears.

● If a friend is not in a Hangout, you will see a message. Tap Send invitation to invite them to

join the Hangout.

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Hangouts Operations

● Ending a Chat: In the Hangouts window, flick the chat from left to right.

● Ending a Video Chat: In the video chat window, tap [red tablet icon].

● Disabling Chat History: If you don’t want to keep chat history, in the chat window, tap Menu

> Turn history off.

● Delete Chat History: To delete all your chat history, in the chat window , tap Menu > Delete > Delete.

Note: You can use Hangouts as your tablet’s default messaging app, or as a standalone IM app. If

you set Hangouts as the default messaging app, the Messages app will be disabled. For more information, see Default Messaging App Settings.

Google Search

Search information saved on the tablet and in tablet applications as well as on the Internet.

Use Google Search

Type search terms in the Google Search bar to find information on your tablet and around the globe. 1 From Home screen, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps > Google .

● The Search window opens.

● If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

● If a description for Google Now appears, tap Next and read information.

2 Type your search keywords and tap Search .

● Search results appear.

● To search by voice, tap

in the search bar and speak your search terms.

Google Search Operations

● Changing Search Information: In the search window, tap Menu > Settings > Tablet search and select where to search.

Use Google Voice Search

Use your voice to search instead of typing, with Google Voice Search. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Voice Search .

● The Voice Search window opens.

2 Speak your search terms

● Search results appear.

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Calculator

Your tablet’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator .

● The calculator app launches.

2 Tap onscreen keys for calculations.

● Calculation results appear.

Calendar

Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your tablet’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar.

In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google account on your tablet. See Google Account.

Calendar Operations

● View Today’s Calendar: From the Calendar, tap .

● Change Calendar View: From the Calendar, tap to choose Day, Week, Month,

Agenda , or Year to change the current view.

● View Next/Previous Month (Month View): From the Calendar, flick the screen up or down.

● View Next/Previous Week (Week View): From the Calendar, flick the screen up or down.

● View Next/Previous Day (Day View): From the Calendar, flick the screen left or right.

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Add an Event to the Calendar

Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar .

● The Calendar app opens.

2 Tap or touch and hold an empty place and choose New event.

● The add event window opens.

3 Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap Done.

● The event is added to your calendar.

Selecting a Calendar

● If you have more than one calendar, select a calendar in which to add events:

● Select My Calendar to create an event that will appear only on your tablet.

● Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google

Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event.

■ You can create multiple Google Calendars only in Google Calendar on the Web. After

creating them in Google Calendar on the Web, you’ll be able to see them in the Calendar application on your tablet. For more information about creating and managing multiple Google Calendars, visit the Google website: calendar.google.com.

● If you have synchronized your tablet with an Exchange ActiveSync account or Outlook on your computer, you can also select these calendars.

● Select PC Sync to create an Outlook Calendar event to sync with your computer.

● Select Exchange to create an Exchange ActiveSync calendar event.

View Calendar Events

You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view. To change the Calendar view, tap the Year, Month, Week, Day, Agenda, or Task tabs along the side.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar .

● The Calendar app opens.

2 Tap a date and then tap an event.

● The event details appear.

● In event details, tap

to edit the event.

● In event details, tap Delete and follow the prompts.

Sync Calendars

You can select which calendars you’d like to sync on your tablet, along with what types of information you want to sync.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar .

● The Calendar app opens.

2 Tap Menu > Calendars to display. 3 Select sync options by adding or removing check marks from the items.

● The sync settings have been updated.

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Time

Your tablet has a time app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your tablet as a desk clock.

Checking the Time You can check the tablet any time on your tablet. The current time displays in the upper right corner of

the status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is displayed.

Set Alarms

Set multiple alarms using your tablet’s Time app. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Time .

● The Time appears.

2 Tap the Alarm tab and then tap . 3 Set the alarm options, including time, repeat pattern, alarm type, alarm tone, and volume, and then

tap .

● The alarm is set.

Tablet at Alarm Time

● At the set alarm time, the tablet sounds the alarm and/or vibrates.

● Stopping an alarm: When the alarm sounds, drag to the right to dismiss it.

Additional Clock Features

Your tablet’s time app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display.

● From Home screen, tap Apps

> Time .

The Time appears.

World Clock

The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1 From the time app, tap World Clock .

2 Select a city. 3 Repeat to add multiple cities.

Stopwatch

The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second. 1 From the clock app, tap Stopwatch . 2 Set the time and tap to begin timing. 3 Tap to stop timing.

● Additional options include Lap to keep track of laps, Restart to continue timing, and Reset to reset the stopwatch to zero.

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Timer

The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1 From the clock app, tap Timer . 2 Set the time and tap to begin timing. 3 Tap to stop timing.

YouTube

View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account.

View YouTube Videos

You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube account.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > YouTube .

● The YouTube app launches.

● If you’re prompted to provide confirmation to use the site, follow the onscreen instructions to

continue.

2 Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see.

● The video plays on your tablet screen.

● Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching.

Post a Video to YouTube

You can post videos to your YouTube account from your tablet. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in to it on your tablet.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > YouTube .

● The YouTube app launches.

2 Tap Options > Uploads.

● The Open from menu appears.

3 Select a video to upload.

● Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting.

4 Tap upload.

● The video is uploaded to your YouTube channel.

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Google Play Music App

The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or download.

For more information about Google Play Music, visit play.google.com/about/music. Note: For information about loading music onto your tablet, see Transfer Files Between Your Tablet

and a Computer.

Play Music with Google Play

Use the Google Play Music app to listen to all your music on your tablet. Compatible music file formats include: xxx, xxx, xxx, xxx.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Music .

● The Play Music app opens to the library.

2 Flick the screen left or right to select a library category such as Artist or Albums. 3 Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song.

● The song begins playing.

Google Play Music Screen Layout

The following picture outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen.

Return to playlist

Touch to play previous/Next song

Touch to play/pause a song

Double tap to play next song Double tap to play previous song

Repeat mode

Menu options

Play in random

Note: when a song is playing for more than 5 seconds, touch to restart the current playing song;

while if the playing time within 5 seconds, touch to play the previous song in the playlist.

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Create Playlists in Google Play Music

Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Play Music .

● The Play Music app opens to the library.

2 Tap and select My Library category to choose Artist or Albums. 3 Tap and select Playlists to create Playlists.

Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist

● From the player view, tap > Add to playlist > <playlist name>.

● The music is added to the playlist.

Notes

Use your tablet’s Notes app to save text, memos, lists, and more. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Notes .

● The Notes list appears.

2 Tap and enter your notes. 3 Tap to add new note.

● The memo is saved.

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Connectivity

The following topics address your tablet’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more.

Connect to a PC via USB

One way to back up or sync files between your tablet and a computer is by using a direct USB connection.

Transfer Files Between Your Tablet and a Computer

You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your tablet directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files. For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your tablet with any of the music apps, just attach your tablet to the computer and copy the files to the music folder.

File Transfer Tips

● If you want to save data to an SD card on your tablet, make sure the SD card is installed and active. See Insert SIM card and Micro SD card.

● Avoid removing the battery or SD card while transferring data.

● Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table:

Method Description Media Device (MTP) Transfer files between your tablet and PC such as pictures, videos, and

music.

Camera (PTP) Transfer picture and video files between your tablet and PC. Mass Storage Mode Exchange data with a PC using your tablet as an external storage device.

Transfer Files Between the Tablet and a Computer

1 Connect your tablet to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable.

● Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the tablet.

● Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to

remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it.

2 When appears in the notifications area, drag the status bar down to display the notifications

window.

3 You will see either Connected as a media device or Connected as a camera.

● The files on your tablet can now be accessed via your computer.

● For most transfers, you’ll want to use Connected as a media device.

● To change the option, tap it in the notifications window to open the Connected as a media

device, and then tap the desired option.

4 On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and

open it. 5 If available, select a drive (Card for SD card, Tablet for internal tablet storage). 6 Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your computer. 7 When you are done, disconnect your tablet from your computer.

● The transferred files are now saved to your tablet or SD card.

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your tablet’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”

The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.

Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network

Use the Wireless & networks setting menu to enable your tablet’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an available Wi-Fi network.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Wi-Fi.

● The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

3 Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on .

● Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

● To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again

4 Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it’s not an open network), and then tap

Connect.

● Your tablet is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see (

) in the status bar.

● The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user’s service provider.

● Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Notes:

● The next time your tablet connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your tablet to its factory default settings or you instruct the tablet to forget the network.

● Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your tablet to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain closed wireless networks.

Wi-Fi Settings

Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap Wi-Fi.

● The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

3 Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on .

● Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

● To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again

4 Tap Menu > Advanced.

● The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

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5 Configure your Wi-Fi settings.

● Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.

Disconnect Wi-Fi

You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap Wi-Fi.

● The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

3 Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget.

● Wi-Fi is disconnected.

● After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to reconnect.

Wi-Fi Direct

Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply via Wi-Fi, without an access point or via the Internet.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Wi-Fi.

● The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

3 Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on .

● Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

4 Tap Menu > Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct.

● The Wi-Fi Direct settings menu appears.

● Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time.

5 Tap a device with which to connect.

● If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions.

6 Accept the connection on the other device.

● The tablet is connected via Wi-Fi Direct.

● If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled.

● To stop a connection, tap End connection > OK.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless tablets. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet.

Bluetooth Hints

Question: Can’t use Bluetooth?

Answer: Is your tablet in airplane mode? Bluetooth is unavailable in airplane mode. Bluetooth Function Cautions

Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data.

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Bluetooth Information

Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands-free features, etc.

Function Description Audio output Listen to music, etc., wirelessly. Hands-free calls Call hands-free, using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices and headsets. Data exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth devices.

Enable the Bluetooth Feature

Use the settings menu to enable or disable your tablet’s Bluetooth capabilities.

● Wireless connection to all Bluetooth

functions is not guaranteed for the tablet.

● The tablet may not connect properly depending on the other device.

● Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls depending on the conditions.

To enable Bluetooth

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Bluetooth.

● The Bluetooth settings open.

3 Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on .

● Bluetooth is enabled.

● To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again

Tip:

You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notifications window. Drag the

status bar down to display the notifications window and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.

Note:

Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a

wireless tablet is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.

Pair Bluetooth Devices

Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth® devices can be connected simply.

● Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand.

To pair Bluetooth devices:

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Bluetooth.

● The Bluetooth settings open.

● Nearby devices appear in the “Available devices” list.

● If a target device is not detected, tap

> Refresh to search again.

3 Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the

device.

● The Bluetooth device is paired to your tablet.

● Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices used.

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Forgetting from a Paired Device

1 From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings next to the paired device you wish to unpair. 2 Tap FORGET.

● The device is unpaired from your tablet. To make another connection with the device, you will need to pair again.

Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device

You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free devices.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Bluetooth.

● The Bluetooth settings open.

● Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list.

3 Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list.

● Your tablet connects to the paired device.

The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your tablet, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar. Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive tablet calls.

Note

: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and

operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices.

Send Information Using Bluetooth

You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your tablet and another Bluetooth-enabled device such as a tablet or notebook computer.

Types of Data You Can Send via Bluetooth

You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:

● Images and videos

● Calendar events

● Contacts

● Audio files

In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example.

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Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts tab.

● You will see the Contacts list.

2 Tap a contact to send. 3 Tap Menu > Share > Bluetooth.

4 Tap a paired device to receive the data.

● The contact information is sent.

● If you see a message to confirm, follow the onscreen instructions.

Receive Data via Bluetooth

Your tablet is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs.

1 When another device attempts to send a file to your tablet via Bluetooth, you will see a request to

accept the file.

2 Tap Accept.

● The file is sent to your tablet.

● When your tablet receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, drag

the status bar down to display the notifications window, and then tap the notification.

● When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type:

● Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For

example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application.

● For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on using the Calendar, see Calendar.)

● For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list.

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Global Services

With your tablet and global roaming service from Sprint Worldwide

Wireless Service, you can use wireless data services around the globe on compatible LTE networks. For a country-specific travel guide, select your tablet and destination from sprint.com/traveltips.

Set the Communications Method for Global Use

Select a communications method for an overseas carrier as needed. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap More…. 3 Tap Cellular networks. 4 Tap Preferred network mode > LTE/ 1x / Global.

● The communications method is set.

Setting the Carrier

You can select a specific local carrier to use when traveling internationally. At the time of purchase, your tablet is preset to connect automatically to an appropriate carrier in your current area.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap More…. 3 Tap Cellular networks. 4 Tap Preferred network mode > LTE/ 1x / Global.

● The communications method is set.

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Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on

Your Account

Before using your tablet in global roaming mode, you must activate Sprint Worldwide service.

To activate Sprint Worldwide service:

● Chat with or email an international support rep by visiting sprint.com/swwsupport.

– or –

● Call Sprint Worldwide Customer support at 1-888-226-7212.

Notes

● Your SIM card should be preinstalled. If you need to reinstall your SIM card, follow the instructions below.

Before inserting/removing the SIM card, please make sure the tablet is off, to protect it from corruption or damage. In addition, regularly removing or inserting the SIM card may cause the tablet to restart.

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Settings

The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your tablet’s Settings menus.

Basic Settings

From the Home screen, tap Apps > Settings to access your tablet’s settings menu.

● Alternatively, you can drag the status and tap to switch to the Quick setting panel, then tap

to access your tablet’s setting menu.

The table below outlines the top-level settings categories.

Category Description

Wi-Fi Enable and set Wi-Fi options

Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth connections Data usage Check your the data usage of your tablet. More… Set your tablet’s Airplane mode, VPN, Cellular networks, etc. Status bar Mark to show battery percentage status. Display Set wallpaper, brightness, etc. Sound & notification Set ringtone, operation tones, etc. Storage Check your tablet and SD card’s storage. Battery Check your battery use. Apps Check all of your apps. System profiles Set system profiles. Location Select your tablet’s location access options Security Set your tablet’s lock screen options Accounts Set your accounts. Language & input Set your display language and input method. Backup & reset Set your backup and reset your tablet. Date & time Set your tablet’s date and time. Accessibility Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid

compatibility, etc.

Printing Use your tablet to do printing job. Activate this device Activate your tablet. System updates Check available updates. About tablet Check information about your tablet.

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Wi-Fi Settings Menu

The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.

For more information about Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings .

2 Tap Wi-Fi.

● The Wi-Fi settings menu appears.

3 Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on .

● Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.

● To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again

4 Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect.

● Your tablet is connected to the selected Wi-Fi network.

5 Configure your Wi-Fi settings.

● Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.

● The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the

router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user’s service provider.

● Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Advanced Wi-Fi Settings

The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.

● Enable Notification when Open Networks Are A vailable: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Network notification.

■ The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

■ Tap Network notification to turn the option on or off.

● Scanning always available: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Scanning always available

■ The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

■ Tap Scanning always available to turn the option on or off.

● Set Timing for Pausing a Connection: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep mode and then select a setting.

● Install certificates: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Install certificates and then select a setting.

● Wi-Fi Direct: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct to select a setting.

● WPS Push Button: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > WPS Push Button to

select a setting.

● WPS Pin Entry: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced > WPS Pin Entry to select a setting.

● Check MAC Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced.

■ MAC Address appears below “MAC Address.”

● Check IP Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced.

■ IP Address appears below “IP Address.”

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Bluetooth Settings

Your tablet’s Bluetooth® capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and files, and more. For details on your tablet’s Bluetooth usage, see Bluetooth.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Bluetooth.

● The Bluetooth settings open.

Bluetooth Settings Operations

● Enable Bluetooth: In Bluetooth settings, tap the slider or .

■ When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

■ Tap

to enable and to disable.

■ Alternatively, tap Bluetooth > or .

● Enable Your Tablet to be Discoverable to Other Devices: From Bluetooth settings, tap your tablet name.

■ Tap the tablet name to toggle discoverable/hidden setting.

■ The indication below the tablet name shows the discoverability status.

■ After the predetermined time, the tablet returns to hidden mode and is no longer

discoverable by nearby devices.

■ This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

● Pairing Bluetooth Devices: Make sure the other devices are set to be discovered. From Bluetooth settings, tap the device name in “Available devices” and follow the onscreen instructions.

■ Depending on the device, you may be required to enter or accept a passkey.

■ If the target device does not appear, tap Scan to search again.

■ This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

● Change the Name of a Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, tap Name, enter a new name, and tap OK.

■ Emoji cannot be used in a device name.

■ This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

● Cancelling Pairing: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings next to a paired device name, and then tap FORGET.

■ This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

● Enable Service from Paired Device: From Bluetooth settings, tap Settings

next to a paired

device name, and then mark Internet access or Contact sharing.

● Search for Other Devices: From Bluetooth settings, tap Menu > Refresh.

■ This setting is available when Bluetooth is enabled.

● Check Files Received via Bluetooth Transfer: From Bluetooth settings, tap Menu > Show received files, and follow the onscreen instructions.

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Data Usage Settings

The Data usage menu lets you view your tablet’s mobile and Wi-Fi data usage, set data limits, restrict hotspot usage, and more.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Data usage.

■ The data usage window opens.

Data Usage Settings Operations

● Cellular data: In Data usage window, tap the slider for Mobile data to enable the service.

■ When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

■ Tap

to enable and to disable.

● Set Amount for Alert when Data Usage Increases: From the Data usage window, insert a check mark next to Set mobile data warning, and then drag the horizontal warning slider up and down to set an amount.

■ Data usage amounts are approximate. Actual amounts may differ.

■ This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.

● Enable Restrictions on Mobile Data Usage: From the Data usage window, tap Set cellular data limit to enable restriction.

■ When enabled, confirmation appears for your tablet to be discoverable by other devices.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

■ Tap

to enable and to disable.

■ With restriction turned on, drag the horizontal Limit slider up or down to set the data usage

limit.

■ This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.

● Enable Restriction on Mobile Data in Background: From the Data usage window, tap Menu

> Restrict background data > OK.

■ This setting stops some apps and services from working unless your tablet is connected

to a Wi-Fi network.

■ If a confirmation appears, tap OK.

■ This setting is available when Limit mobile data usage is on.

● View Both Mobile Data and Wi-Fi Usage: From the Data usage window, tap Menu > Show Wi-Fi.

■ Tap Show Wi-Fi usage to toggle on and off. Tap

to enable and to disable.

■ When Show Wi-Fi usage is enabled, you will see a Wi-Fi tab at the top of the Data usage

window. Tap to view your tablet’s Wi-Fi data usage.

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More Settings

The More settings menu provides access to additional wireless and network options, such as default, Cellular networks, VPN.

More Settings Options

Setting Description Airplane mode Disable all settings that emit or receive signals. Tablet stays

powered on.

VPN Add a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Cellular networks Set a network mode, etc.

Display Settings

Adjusting your tablet’s display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life.

Display Settings Overview

The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options:

Display Setting Description Brightness level Set the display brightness. Adaptive brightness

Tap

to enable and to disable Adaptive brightness.

Wallpaper Set a wallpaper. Sleep Set a screen timeout duration.

Note: Longer durations discharge the battery more quickly.

Daydream

Tap

to enable and to disable daydream.

Font size Set font size for display. When device is rotated Set whether to allow the screen to rotate the display with the tablet

orientation, where applicable

Blur effect Set your blur effect options.

Access Display Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Display. 3 Set your display options.

● Your display settings are saved and applied.

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Sound & notification Settings

The Sound settings menu lets you control your tablet’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to tap tones and notifications.

Sound & notification Settings Overview

The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options:

Sound & notification Setting Description Sound Set volume for ringtones, alarms, system features, etc. Interruptions Set your tablet’s interruptions. Default notification ringtone Set a tone for default tablet notifications Other sounds Set a tone for dial pad, screen lock, etc. When device is locked When device is locked, set to show or not show notification

content.

App notifications Tap to see all app notifications. Notification access Tap to check notification access,

Access Sound Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Sound & notification. 3 Set your sound options.

● Your sound settings are saved and applied.

Storage Settings

The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your tablet and provides options for your microSD card.

Storage Settings Overview

The storage settings menu allows you to configure the following options:

Storage Setting Description Internal storage View the total space/free space in your tablet memory and in an optional

installed SD card

Unmount SD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to unmount the card to allow for safe

removal

Mount SD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to mount the card and make it available

for use

EraseSD card If an optional SD card is installed, tap to erase all data stored on the card and

prepare it for use by your tablet

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Access Storage Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Storage. 3 Check or tap items.

● Review your storage settings.

Battery Settings

Monitor your tablet’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are consuming your battery’s charge and at what percentage.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Battery. 3 Tap items to view details.

● Check your battery condition and access additional options.

Apps Settings

Check installed applications and running applications.

Apps Settings Overview

Items that can be checked in the Apps settings menu are the following.

Apps Setting Description DOWNLOADED Check downloaded apps. ON SD CARD Check apps on your optional installed SD card. RUNNING Check running apps. ALL Check all apps.

Access Apps Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 T ap Apps. 3 Tap items to view details.

● Check your application settings condition and access additional options.

● Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or

disable the app, clear cache and data, and more.

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Location Settings

Your Location settings menu lets you select how your tablet determines its location (using the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither).

Location Settings Overview

Your Location settings menu allows you to configure the following options.

Location Setting Description Mode Select a locating method: High accuracy, Battery saving, or Device only Recent location request Check your recent location request. Location services Check location services.

Enable Location Services

Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your tablet’s location services.

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Location. 3 Tap the setting to toggle Location on .

● Your tablet’s location services are enabled.

● If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect.

Access Location Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Location. 3 Configure the desired settings.

● Your location settings are applied and saved.

Security Settings

The Security settings menus let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator settings, and credential storage options.

Security Settings Overview

Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings, SIM lock settings, etc. The following table outlines the settings available through the Security settings menu:

Security Setting Description Screen lock Touch to set your screen lock method.

Lockscreen shortcuts Touch to set a lock screen shortcut. Automatically lock Touch to set how long will the tablet automatically lock. Power button instantly

locks

Tap

to enable and to power button instantly locks.

Owner info Touch to input owner information which will display on the lock screen. Smart lock Touch to set the smart lock PIN.

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Make passwords visible

Tap

to show or to hide passwords when entering form

data.

Device administrators View or turn off device administrators Unknown sources Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google

Play Store app.

Storage type Check your storage type. Trusted credentials Display trusted CA certificates. Install from SD card Tap to set install certificates from SD card. Apps with usage

access

Tap to set apps with usage access.

Access Security Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Security.

● The Security settings menu opens.

3 Set your security options.

● Your security settings are applied and saved.

Screen Lock

You can increase the security of your tablet by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, or enter the correct password to unlock the tablet’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.

In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are:

● None

● Swipe

● Pattern

● PIN

● Password

Important: To protect your tablet and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the highest security level available (Password protection). It is also recommended you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your tablet and personal data.

Access Screen Lock Settings

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Security. 2 Tap Screen Lock.

● The Screen lock settings menu opens.

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Disable the Screen Lock

Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock. 1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Security.

2 Tap Screen Lock.

● The Lock screen settings menu opens.

3 Tap None.

● The screen lock is disabled.

● If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30

seconds before you can try again.

Accounts

The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts.

Set Up a New Account

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Accounts > Add account.

● An Add account window appears.

3 Tap an account type and then follow the onscreen instructions to add the required account

information, and then tap Done.

● The account is added to the accounts list.

Manage Existing Accounts

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Accounts > <account name>.

● The account settings menu appears.

3 Select your account settings, and then tap Done.

● The account options are updated.

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Language & Input Settings

Your tablet’s language and input settings let you select a language for the tablet’s menus and keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your tablet’s mouse/trackpad options.

Language and Input Settings Overview

You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu:

Language and Input Setting

Description

Language Set the language for your display and menus Spell checker Tap to enable and to disable the system to show suggested words. Personal dictionary Touch to open a list of the words you’ve added to the dictionary. Touch

a word to edit or delete it. Touch the add button (+) to add a word.

Current Keyboard Set the default method for entering text. Andriod keyboard Set Andriod keyboard options. Google voice typing Set Google voice typing options. Voice input Set options for Voice input. T ext-to-speech output Set text-to-speech options. Pointer speed Set the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad.

Access Language and Input Setting Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Language & input.

● The Language and input settings menu opens.

3 Set options.

● The language and input settings are applied and saved.

Backup and Reset

Your tablet’s Backup and reset menu lets you back up your tablet’s data and settings to Google servers before resetting your tablet to the original factory settings. The Factory data reset erases all data from the tablet’s application storage, including:

● Your Google Account

● All other email and social networking accounts

● System and application data and settings

● Downloaded applications

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Backup and Reset Overview

The following options are available in the Back up and reset menu:

Backup and Reset Option Description Back up my data Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other

settings to Google servers.

Backup account Select the account used to back up data. Automatic restore When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will

be restored.

Factory data reset Reset all settings and delete all data on tablet.

● Performing a factory data reset erases all data on the tablet. It is recommended that you back up important data before performing a factory data reset.

● Erased information cannot be restored. Only erase data after you are sure you have saved everything you need.

Access Backup and Reset Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Backup & reset.

● The Backup and reset menu opens.

3 Set options.

● The backup and reset settings are applied and saved.

● If you’re performing a Factory Data Reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal. The

tablet will erase all data and reboot.

Factory Data Reset

Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your tablet, you may want to unmount the microSD card to avoid losing any data you may have stored on it. From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings

> Storage > Unmount SD card to unmount the storage card. 1 From the Backup and reset menu, tap Factory data reset. 2 Read the factory data reset information page and tap RESET Tablet. 3 Tap ERASE EVERYTHING.

● Your tablet will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes.

● Once the tablet has reset, it will run through the Hands Free Activation and update processes

again. When finished, you will see the Welcome screen and Setup application. See Complete the Setup Screens to start over.

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Date & Time Settings

Use the Date & Time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options.

Date and Time Overview

The following Date & time options may be configured:

Date and Time Option Description Automatic date &

time

Set the date and time automatically via the connected wireless network

Automatic time zone Set the time zone automatically via the connected wireless network Set date Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date and time

option is disabled)

Set time Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date and time

option is disabled)

Select time zone Set the time zone manually (only when Automatic time zone is disabled) Use 24-hour format Enable or disable 24-hour format Choose date format Set the date display format

Access Date & Time Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Date & time. 3 Set available date and time options.

● Your date and time settings are applied and saved.

Accessibility Settings

The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications.

Accessibility Settings Overview

The following Accessibility options may be configured:

Accessibility Option

Description

Services Tap to display the services installed. Captions Tap to set captions settings. Magnification

gestures

Touch to turn on/ off the Magnification gestures.

Large text Mark the checkbox to enlarge the screen text. High contrast text Mark the checkbox to enable high contrast text. Auto rotate screen Set the screen to rotate automatically when the tablet is rotated Speak passwords Set the tablet to read passwords as they are entered Accessibility

shortcut

Touch to turn on/ off the Accessibility shortcut.

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Text-to-speech output

Set text-to-speech options

Touch & hold delay Touch to adjust the duration of touch and hold delay. This function enables

your tablet to differ touch and touch & hold, which may avoid incorrect operations.

Stereo and mono Tap to set Stereo or mono. Sound balance Set sound balance. Persistent Alerts Mark the checkbox to enable persistent alerts. Color inversion Set color inversion may affect performance. Color correction Tap to set color correction.

Access Accessibility Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap Accessibility. 3 Set available accessibility options.

● Your accessibility settings are applied and saved.

System updates

The System updates lets you update profile and firmware.

Access Accessibility Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap System updates. 3 Tap available update options.

● Your profile or firmware are updated.

About Tablet

The About Tablet menu lets you access important tablet information, search for and apply updates, and view legal and safety information.

About Tablet Overview

The following About Tablet items may be reviewed or set:

About Tablet Item Description Status Check your tablet’s status Legal information Check copyright information, terms of use, etc. Model number Check the tablet’s model number Android version Check the Android version number Baseband version Check the tablet’s baseband version Kernel version Check the tablet’s kernel version Build number Check the current tablet build number

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Access About Tablet Options

1 From Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2 Tap About T ablet. 3 Select or view available options.

● Your tablet information is displayed.

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For Assistance

The following topics address areas of support for your tablet, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information.

Troubleshooting

Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common tablet issues. Check Here First

Question: Tablet freezes/operation is unstable. Answer: Long press about 10 seconds to restart your device. Question: Operation is unstable after a new application was installed. Answer: The newly installed application may be the cause. Uninstall the application in Safe mode. See

“Uninstall an App1”. To turn the tablet on in Safe mode:

● Press and hold the power key > touch Power off, read the disclaimer for safe mode, and then tap OK.

● After turning the tablet on in Safe mode, “Safe Mode” appears at lower left.

● After restarting in Safe mode, your tablet can be powered on as usual.

● Before turning the tablet on in Safe mode, it is recommended that you back up important data.

● By powering the tablet on in Safe mode, added widgets may be deleted.

Question: Cannot use tablet, mail, or Internet. Answer 1: Check whether you are where signal is weak or out of service area. Answer 2: Power the tablet on again. Answer 3: Is the tablet in Airplane mode? To check that Airplane mode is cancelled:

● From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings > More… > Airplane mode.

Answer 4: Is data communication disabled? To check that data communication is enabled:

● From Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings > Data usage > Cellular data.

Question: Battery level goes down quickly. Answer: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling

where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.

Question: Cannot install applications. Answer: Applications cannot be installed with only a little free space on the tablet or SD card. To check

free space, see Storage Settings. Applications not supported by your tablet cannot be installed.

Question: Cannot unlock screen. Answer: Press and hold the power key > touch Reboot.

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Specifications

The following tables list your tablet’s and battery’s specifications.

Tablet Specifications

Item Description Weight with battery xxx g Continuous Talk Time Approx. hours Continuous Standby

Time

Approx. hours

Charging Time Approx. 5 hours Dimensions Approx. mm Maximum Output 4G: W Communication Speed EVDO: 150M bit/s DL, 50Mbit/s UL Cat 4: 150Mbit/s DL,

50Mbit/s UL

Battery Specifications

Item Description Type Un-removable Capacity xxx mAh

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