• Documentation, including
this Quick Start document
California Prop 65 Warning
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Do not use this device while driving.
The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp,
rough, or abrasive objects or substances as screen may break
or scratch if not handled properly. If you see a crack in the
glass, discontinue use of the device to avoid injury.
Note: Your device contains a rechargeable battery that may
need to be charged prior to use.
Note: The device’s battery is not accessible by the user.
Notice
• Certain device chassis are designed to accommodate all possible
congurations for an entire product series. Your select model may not have all
the features and specications corresponding to all of the icons or switches
shown on the device chassis, unless you have selected all those features.
• Subject to Change. Product specications, congurations, prices, system/
component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Getting started
Connect to a power source
Assemble the AC/USB adaptor and the USB power cable and then connect it
to your device and a live electrical outlet. You are now ready to start using your
device. You can also charge your device by connecting the USB power cable to a
USB port on your device. Make sure your device is turned ON while charging via
USB. If your device is turned OFF, depending on device specications, the tablet
battery may discharge. We recommend that you do not use your tablet while
charging via USB as auto shutdown may occur if the battery charge is too low.
Connect to the Internet
Connect to a network to take full advantage of your device’s features.
Backup your device
It is strongly recommended that you create a back up of your device
before using it for the rst time. This will enable you to return it to its outof-box state, if necessary.
Register your device
Enhance your ownership experience by taking a few minutes to register your
Toshiba Product at register.toshiba.com. Completing Product registration
allows Toshiba to provide you with Product information updates, special
oers and promotions. Failure to complete Product registration will not
diminish your rights under the Standard Limited Warranty.
and a Standard Limited Warranty
• Other components, depending
upon model
Quick Tour
*Available on certain models.
Front
Front web camera*
Back
Display
Back camera*
Note:
When you rotate the
device from portrait to
landscape (or vice versa),
the screen orientation
automatically changes
according to the rotation
angle.
To lock the screen so
that it does not rotate
automatically, orient the
device in the desired
screen rotation (portrait
or landscape) and do the
following steps:
1. Swipe in from the right
edge to reveal the
charms.
2. Touch the Settings
charm.
3. Touch the Screen
icon.
4. Touch the auto-rotate
icon.
*Available on certain models.
Internal microphone
Top
Power Button
Windows® button
Bottom
Left
Headphone/Microphone jack
Speaker
microSD
Volume increase/decrease button
Strap hook
™
Micro HDMI
™
slot
port
Micro USB port
Right
Speaker
Navigation
The Start screen contains tiles that are shortcuts to your apps and
programs. Swipe up from the bottom edge or swipe down from the top
edge and select All apps to see more.
Navigation
Sample Image
Swipe in from the right
edge of the screen
to reveal the charms.
Search – Allows you to locate items (apps,
photos, music, documents) on your device
Share – Allows you to share items (links,
photos, and more)
Start – Takes you to the Start screen or, if
you’re already on the Start screen, returns
you to your last app
Devices – Allows you to manage your
hardware
Settings – Allows you to access your device’s
settings (volume, brightness, connecting to
the internet, and more)
Internet connectivity
1. Swipe in from the
right edge of the
screen. When the
Windows
®
charms
appear, touch
the Settings
charm.
2. Touch the
Wi-Fi
The Networks
screen appears.
Select your
network. Touch
Connect.
®
icon.
3. Enter the network
Note: To turn the wireless antenna ON/OFF, use the Airplane
mode switch located in the Networks section.
security key
(if applicable).
Touch Next. Your
device should be
connected.
Turn o your device
Swipe in from the right edge to reveal the charms.
Touch the Settings
Select Power
charm.
then Sleep/Shut down/Restart.
General Safety Instructions
Please read the following safety and operating instructions before using your
Product. Keep the information near your Product for future reference.
To reduce the risk of re, bodily injury and/or damage to your Product,
please observe all of the following instructions:
AC Adaptor
Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that was provided with your Product
or as specied by Toshiba.
(Internal) Battery
Your Product may contain an internal battery for powering the real-time
clock. Replacement or service should be done by an authorized Toshiba
service provider.
Circulation and Cooling
Allow sucient air circulation around Product and AC adaptor during use
and while charging the battery to ensure adequate cooling of the device.
Prevent direct exposure to heat sources.
Cleaning
Unplug Product from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. The injected combustible gas
produced by these types of cleaners may remain inside of your product.
The electrostatic spark from the motor or contact point of switch may
ignite the gas residue, which could result in an explosion, re, or burn
injury. Instead use a lightly dampened cloth for cleaning in general and
remove dust with a dry cloth.
Comfort Recommendations
When you use your Product, rest your eyes periodically and relax or
stretch your muscles to avoid strain.
Viewing Recommendations
Some individuals may experience health-related complications when
exposed to certain images or ashing lights (for example when playing
videos or games). Discontinue use and consult a physician if you
experience any health-related complications.
Choking Hazards
Keep Product away from small children. This Product is not a toy and
may be hazardous to small children, for example, small detachable parts
may be a choking hazard.
Disassembly
Do not disassemble, modify, tamper with or repair your Product.
Disposal
Dispose of Product or any components in compliance with all
applicable laws.
Foreign Objects
Never push a foreign object through an opening in the Product. Never allow
metal objects (such as screws, staples, or paper clips) to enter Product. This
could cause a short circuit.
Heat
Keep Product away from radiators, stoves, heat sources or other equipment
that produce heat.
Hot Surfaces
Allow the equipment’s internal components and hot-pluggable drives to cool
before touching them.
Operating Environment
Never expose your Product to excess heat, extremely low temperatures,
sudden temperature variations, or dusty environments. This could cause
system malfunction, loss of data or damage to Product.
Power Cables/Cords and Power Source
Always use power cables/cords and power sources that comply with the
voltage and frequency specications and requirements of the country of use.
Service Provider
Disconnect Product from the electrical outlet and take Product to an
authorized Toshiba service provider if:
• AC adaptor or power cable/cord is damaged.
• Liquid has spilled into Product or an object (such as a screw, staple or
paper clip) has entered Product.
• Product has been dropped, subject to shock or impact and/or damaged in
some way.
• Noticeable signs of overheating, smoke, deformation, cracks, leaks or
unusual odor occur.
• Service is needed on component inside compartments requiring opening
or removal of covers.
Thunderstorm
Never operate your Product during a thunderstorm. An electrical surge caused
by the storm may cause system failure, loss of data or hardware damage.
Wireless Functionalities
Turn o your Product and/or all wireless functionalities where electronic
devices are regulated or controlled or when near a person with any medical
electric devices.
Water and moisture
Do not use Product in a wet location. Do not connect/disconnect a power
plug/cord with wet hands.
Need Help?
Most problems are easy to correct. Save time with one of these simple
solutions.
Consult the electronic User’s Guide (Internet connection required)
Start Screen
To access the electronic User’s Guide through your Start screen
1. Touch the TOSHIBA Central
2. Touch User’s Guide
Note: The User’s Guide will be automatically downloaded and saved on
your device so that you can access it at a later time. The User’s
Guide opens in the default PDF reader software; you may be
required to complete a setup process.
For solutions to the most common problems, refer to the “If Something
Goes Wrong” section of the User’s Guide.
Visit Toshiba’s Support Web site
Technical support is available online at Toshiba’s Web site at
support.toshiba.com. At this Web site, you will nd answers for many
commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software
drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
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