Toshiba Excite 7.7 User's Guide

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User’s Guide

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For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on

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Regulatory Information

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR

LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The device you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE DEVICE PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE DEVICE PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure

When the transmitter and receiver on your device is powered ON, RF energy is received and transmitted. The power level your device transmits at is controlled by your network access while in communication.

Your device is approved to the radio standard by the country/region listed in the approved countries table for the module installed in your device.

FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the device's ports. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Contact Toshiba’s Support Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com.

Industry Canada Requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Wireless Interoperability

The Toshiba Wireless LAN Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi

Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi

Bluetooth® and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio

frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your

Bluetooth

Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

or Wireless LAN device.

Wireless LAN and Your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board airplanes, or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Specific Absorption Rate (IEEE)

Your device is designed to be in compliance with Radio Waves exposure regulations and does not exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC). A substantial safety margin is set to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of health.

A unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption rate, or SAR is utilized for the radio wave exposure guidelines. The SAR measurement for devices does not exceed 1.6W/kg.

The actual SAR values for your device, while in use, are normally well below the stated values. The operating power of your device is automatically decreased when full power is not needed for the wireless connection to increase system efficiency and to minimize interference on the network. The lower the power output of the device the lower its SAR value.

As stated by the World Health Organization, present scientific information indicates no special precautions are needed for the use of this device. To further reduce any exposure, limit your usage.

Turn Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®, and Wireless WAN Functionalities off for Cardiac Pacemakers

❖ Turn Wi-Fi

, Bluetooth®, and Wireless WAN functionality off when you are near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instructions of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi

or Bluetooth® or Wireless WAN

functionally.

Regulatory Information

This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada—Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

L’ utilisation de ce dispositif est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même s’il est susceptible de compromettre son fonctionnement.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l’objet d’une licence, il doit etre utilize a l’interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d’emission) est installe a l’exterieur, il doit faire l’objet d’une licence.

Europe—Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

België/ Belgique:

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT.

procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

allowed. È necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.

Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op

met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability

Bluetooth® Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product

with Bluetooth® wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ Bluetooth

Special Interest Group.

❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth

Bluetooth

Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth®

Special Interest Group.

wireless technology as defined by The

Always use Bluetooth® cards from Toshiba in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use Bluetooth LAN devices, Bluetooth you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth

cards from Toshiba close to 2.4 GHz Wireless

transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If

cards from Toshiba, always change the frequency, move your device to the area outside of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your device. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth

and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth

or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health

The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth® wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Bluetooth

wireless technology however is much less than the

wireless technology is safe for use by consumers.

These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth® wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth

airplanes, or

❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Bluetooth the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

wireless technology on board

wireless technology prior to

Card from Toshiba is far below

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Export Administration Regulation

This product and/or document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your device, or to stay current with the various product software or hardware options, visit Toshiba’s Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damages incurred directly or indirectly from any errors or omissions contained herein. In no event shall Toshiba be liable for any incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages, whether based on tort, contract or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this information or any other information contained herein or the use thereof.

Trademarks

App Place and excite are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Google, the Google logo, Android, Android Market, Google Maps, Google eBooks, Gmail, YouTube, and Google Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc.

Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Secure Digital and Micro SD are trademarks of SD Card Association. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Device Recycling Information

As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources by working to achieve our zero-waste-to-landfill goal at all our production sites. In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling policies, Toshiba is strongly committed to reducing electronic waste. In order to ensure efficient use of resources and appropriate treatment of hazardous substances, in accordance with recycling regulations in each state, country, and territory, Toshiba wants to make it easy for customers to recycle products at the end of the life cycle. To learn more about Toshiba's sustainability commitment, visit us.toshiba.com/green.

Licenses

This Product is licensed under the AVC, the VC-1 and the MPEG-4 Part 2 Visual patent portfolio licenses for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the above standards (“Video Standards”) and/or (ii) decode AVC, VC-1 and MPEG-4 Part 2 Visual that was encoded by a consumer engaged in personal and non-commercial activity or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide such video. None of the licenses extend to any other product regardless of whether such product is included with this product in a single article. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See www.mpegla.com.

Introduction................................................................................ 17

This guide ...............................................................18

Safety icons ............................................................18

Other icons used...............................................19

Your device’s features and specifications .........19

Other documentation ..............................................19

Service options .......................................................20

Precautions.......................................................20

File management tips..............................................21

Toshiba’s online resources .....................................21

Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 22

Features and components.......................................22

Front .................................................................23

Back..................................................................23

Left side ............................................................23

Right side..........................................................24

Top ...................................................................24

Bottom..............................................................25

Contents

Connecting to a power source ................................25

Battery Notice .........................................................27

Charging the battery ...............................................27

Taking care of your battery .....................................27

Safety precautions ............................................28

Optimizing battery life .......................................29

Maintaining your battery ...................................29

Disposing of your device ........................................30

Using the device for the first time ...........................30

Turning on the power .......................................30

Setting up your device ......................................31

Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection....................32

Setting the date and time ..................................33

Make it Google™...............................................33

Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth®

connections ...............................................37

Registering your Toshiba device.............................39

Backing up your data ..............................................39

Backing up data using TOSHIBA File

Manager......................................................39

Backing up data using your Google™

Account.......................................................39

Restoring your data using your Google™

Account.......................................................40

Navigation and features ..........................................40

Home screen.....................................................42

Touch screen navigation ...................................42

Navigating the Home screen .............................44

System bar........................................................44

Securing your tablet..........................................47

Customizing your Home screens ............................49

Adding an item to a Home screen .....................49

Moving an item from the Home screen.............49

Removing an item from a Home screen............50

Creating, naming, and removing folders ...........50

Changing the wallpaper.....................................52

Contents

Turning off the device .............................................53

Options for turning off the device .....................53

Using Shut down mode ....................................54

Using Sleep mode.............................................54

Syncing and managing your accounts ....................55

Add an account .................................................55

Remove an account ..........................................56

Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude...................57

Managing downloads..............................................58

Factory data reset ...................................................58

Caring for your device.............................................59

Cleaning the device ...........................................59

Chapter 2: Settings..................................................................... 60

Customizing your device’s settings.........................60

Apps and Settings menus .................................60

Wireless and networks settings ........................66

Sound settings..................................................67

Display settings ................................................68

Location services settings.................................70

Security settings ...............................................71

Apps settings ....................................................73

Accounts & sync settings .................................74

Backup & reset settings ....................................74

Storage settings................................................75

Language & input settings ................................76

Accessibility settings ........................................77

Date & time settings .........................................77

About tablet .....................................................78

Chapter 3: Working with Apps.................................................. 80

Downloading Toshiba Apps ....................................80

TOSHIBA Media Player .....................................80

Apps .......................................................................81

Downloading from Google Play Store ...............81

Preinstalled Apps on your tablet .......................82

Contents

Uninstalling Apps on your tablet .......................82

Chapter 4: Exploring the Features on your Device.................. 83

Using the onscreen keyboard..................................83

Type to enter text ..............................................84

Speak to enter text ............................................86

Using the built-in speakers .....................................86

Using external speakers or headphones..................86

Recording sounds.............................................87

Using the cameras ..................................................87

Using a Micro SD™ Card ........................................87

Inserting memory media...................................88

Removing memory media.................................88

Adding optional external devices.............................89

Using an external keyboard...............................89

Using an external mouse ..................................89

Using external devices ......................................89

Using a docking station ..........................................90

Connecting your tablet to a docking station......90

Chapter 5: Utilities...................................................................... 92

TOSHIBA Service Station ........................................92

Check for application updates...........................94

Downloading updates .......................................94

Installing updates..............................................95

Downloading and installing System updates.....95

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility..................................95

File browsing screen .........................................97

Operation of files/folders...................................97

TOSHIBA Adaptive display ......................................99

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ................................... 100

Problems when you turn on the device.................100

The operating system is not working ....................101

Internet problems ...........................................101

Power and the batteries ........................................102

Display problems ..................................................102

Contents

Sound system problems .......................................103

Wireless networking problems..............................103

If you need further assistance...............................104

Before you contact Toshiba ............................104

Contacting Toshiba .........................................105

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites..........................105

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................105

Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors.......................... 107

Glossary.................................................................................... 108

Index..........................................................................................118

Introduction

NOTE

Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia. With your Toshiba tablet device, you can watch movies, listen to your favorite music, read books, play games and do much more.

The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba’s Web site at

tabletsupport.toshiba.com.

NOTE

This guide

This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet, which are powered by the Android™ 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich. This product brings new features and performance enhancements to your device. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

Safety icons

All of the Safety instructions contained in this manual must be read carefully and be fully understood before you attempt to use this device, in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the device.

❖ The Safety Instructions contained in this Manual have been

Introduction

This guide

information.

categorized according to the seriousness of the potential hazards, through the use of the following signal words.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Provides important information.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:

TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the device.

HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.

Your device’s features and specifications

Certain chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the chassis, unless you have selected all those features.

This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.

Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your device:

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba’s standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com.

To stay current on the most recent applications, application updates, and hardware options for your device, as well as other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

tabletsupport.toshiba.com.

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something

Goes Wrong” on page 100.

Precautions

Your device is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the device.

Keep this device away from small children. This device is not a toy and may be hazardous to small children, for example, small detachable parts may be a choking hazard. Improper use of device could result in loud volume emitting from the device possibly causing hearing damage, and improper use and handling of batteries could result in possible injury.

Never place a heavy object on the device and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the device. It could damage the device or cause system failure.

❖ Turning off the device while it is reading from or writing to flash

media may damage the flash media.

❖ Keep the device and disks away from objects that generate

strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a virus. You need a special program to check for viruses.

File management tips

❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label

the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. As you work with data it exists in the device’s memory. This

memory is called “volatile memory” because it is only active while the device is turned on. When you turn off the device, all the data remaining in volatile memory is lost. To help avoid data loss, save your work to Internal Storage or network storage. Your work (data) will remain in internal storage to be called up when you need it. As long as the internal storage remains healthy, your data is relatively safe. However on occasion, hardware failures do happen. If you experience a hardware failure, your data could be lost. As an extra step to help avoid data loss, back up your data. See “Backing up your

data” on page 39 for more information.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via external media, email, or download from the Internet.

Toshiba’s online resources

Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see “Contacting Toshiba”

on page 105.

Introduction

File management tips

Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your device.

Please read and adhere to all safety information carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or damage the device.

Features and components

For further details on each of the items listed in the following section, be sure to follow the provided references to sections later in this document.

Front

HD display

Camera Camera indicator light

Getting Started

Features and components

(Sample Illustration) Front view

❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash

settings) or record videos.

❖ Camera indicator light—Glows when the front Camera is in

operation. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on

page 87.

❖ HD display—Your device has an Organic Light-Emitting

Diode (OLED) display. OLED displays require no backlight and are therefore thinner, lighter, and capable of superior color reproduction compared to LCDs. OLED displays typically draw less power than LCD displays*, offer wider viewing angles, and have a much faster refresh rate.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Although OLED displays have many benefits, they do have limitations. Through time and usage, potential for screen burn-in, missing pixels, brightness reduction, and color shift may occur. This is normal behavior for OLED displays and not a malfunction. These symptoms can be exacerbated from the following:

❖ Prolonged display of same image ❖ Using the display at high brightness setting ❖ Prolonged use of the tablet

❖ For more information on how to adjust your display settings,

see “Display settings” on page 68.

*OLEDs actually consume more power against a white background, such as a document or Web site.

Camera

Camera indicator light

Micro USB Port

Micro SDTM Card slot

Headphone/Microphone Line-in jack

Back

Getting Started

Features and components

(Sample Illustration) Back view

❖ Camera indicator light—Glows when the back Camera is in

❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash

Left side

(Sample Illustration) Left side view

Right side

(Sample Illustration) Right side view

❖ Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data. ❖ Micro SD™ Card slot—Supports the use of Secure Digital™

operation. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on

page 87.

settings) and videos. For more information, see “Using the

cameras” on page 87.

(SD™) media. For more information, see “Using a Micro

SD™ Card” on page 87.

To p

Volume control button

Screen rotation lock/unlock switch

Power button

Internal microphone

Speaker

Power/Docking connector

Speaker

Getting Started

Features and components

❖ Headphone/Microphone Line-In jack—Allows you to

record sounds onto your device. For more information, see

“Using external speakers or headphones” on page 86.

Bottom

(Sample Illustration) Top view

❖ Internal microphone—Allows you to record audio using the

device’s internal microphone.

❖ Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and hold

the button for several seconds to turn the device ON/OFF. Press the button quickly to wake the device from Sleep mode or to place it into Sleep mode. For more information, see “Options

for turning off the device” on page 53.

❖ Volume control button—Allows you to increase/decrease the

volume.

❖ Screen rotation lock/unlock switch—Allows you to lock the

orientation of the display screen so that the current view does not rotate with movement. For more information, see “Display

settings” on page 68.

(Sample Illustration) Bottom view

❖ Speakers—Allow you to listen to sounds on your device. For

more information, see “Using the built-in speakers” on

page 86.

❖ Power/Docking connector—Allows connection to a USB

power cable or a docking station. Remove the docking

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Connecting to a power source

connector cover to access to the docking connector. For more information, see “Using a docking station” on page 90.

Connecting to a power source

Your device requires power to operate. Use the USB Power cable and USB/AC adaptor to connect the device to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the device’s battery.

Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to do so may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Be careful if you use a multiple connector. An overload on one socket could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Always use the Toshiba USB/AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use USB/AC adaptors specified by Toshiba to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible USB/AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in serious injury. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.

To connect AC power to the device:

1 Connect the USB Power cable to the USB/AC adaptor.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting the USB Power cable to the USB/AC adaptor

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NOTE

Battery Notice

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

2 Plug the USB Power cord into the Power/Docking connector

on the bottom of the device.

Do not force the plug into device.

(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the device

3 Connect the USB/AC adaptor to a live electrical outlet.

Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Battery Notice

Actual battery life may vary depending on settings, application usage, features or tasks selected, network configuration, operating temperature and many other factors.

The battery life cited in the product specifications is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life under any conditions other than the specific test settings.

Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the device is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries.

NOTE

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Charging the battery

If the device is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it.

Your device contains a rechargeable battery that may need to be charged prior to use.

To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the USB/AC adaptor. See “Connecting to a power source” on page 26.

To charge the device plug it into a power source.

Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the external conditions, or the applications and features used.

Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

Taking care of your battery

The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.

Safety precautions

Device warning indicators

❖ Always immediately turn the power off and disconnect the power

Do not turn on the device's power again until an authorized Toshiba service provider has checked it for safety. Continued use could cause a fire or rupture possibly resulting in serious injury or device failure including but not limited to the loss of data.

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cable/ cord plug from the plug socket and stop using the battery pack if you observe any of the following conditions:

❖ Offensive or unusual odor ❖ Excessive heat ❖ Discoloration ❖ Deformation, cracks, or leaks ❖ Smoke ❖ Other unusual event during use, such as abnormal sound

NOTE

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Optimizing battery life

You can extend your battery’s life between charges by turning off features you don’t need. You can also change and monitor the way apps and system resources consume battery power.

Below are some of the things you can do:

❖ To turn off Wi-Fi

touch the Settings ( ) icon, and then touch the ON/OFF option for either Wi-Fi networks. For more information, see “Wireless and networks

settings” on page 66 and “Location services settings” on page 70.

❖ Turn down the screen brightness and set a shorter screen

time-out. For more information, see “Display settings” on

page 68.

❖ If you do not need them, turn off automatic syncing for

Gmail™, Calendar, Contact, etc. For more information, see

“Accounts & sync settings” on page 74.

❖ If you know you will not be near a Wi-Fi

time, switch to Airplane mode. For more information, see

“Wireless and networks settings” on page 66.

To check the battery charge level:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.

The About tablet menu appears.

3 Touch Status.

The battery status (charging/discharging) and level (as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed.

or Bluetooth® when you are not using them,

or Bluetooth® under Wireless &

network for some

For more details on your battery use, touch Battery use.

Maintaining your battery

Fully discharging your battery periodically will allow better accuracy of the battery meter.

To fully discharge your battery, periodically disconnect the device from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery fully discharges.

Disposing of your device

NOTE

Disposing of your device

Discard this device in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government.

In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events, and consumer promotions. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green.

Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only:

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

Using the device for the first time

The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.

Turning on the power

To turn on the device:

1 Make sure any external devices (such as the USB/AC adaptor,

if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready.

2 Check to ensure that all slots are empty. 3 Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.

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(Sample Illustration) Turning on the power.

Setting up your device

To take full advantage of features for your device, Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi Google™ Account before setting up your device.

network and a

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Using the device for the first time

The first time you power on your tablet the “Welcome” screen appears and you will be asked to choose a language.

(Sample Image) Welcome screen

❖ If English is your language of choice touch Start. ❖ Touch English to change your language. Choose from the list

of language options and then touch Start.

Your tablet begins the activation process when you touch Start on the Welcome screen.

Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection

After choosing your language, the “Wi-Fi setup screen” appears and displays all the available Wi-Fi

(Sample Image) Wi-Fi setup screen

networks.

Touch the name of the network you want to connect to, enter the key or password (if required), and then touch Connect.

Setting the date and time

After your Wi-Fi® has been set, the “Set date and time” screen appears.

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(Sample Image) Set date and time screen

Use one of the following options to set the date and time:

❖ To use the network-provided time, check the “Automatic date

& time” check box.

❖ To set the date and time manually, un-check the “Automatic

date & time” check box, and then select the time zone.

Make it Google™

After the date and time have been set, the “Make it Google” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Make it Google screen

A Google Account is required to access many of the powered by Android

™

features, including Gmail™, backing up your data, etc.

NOTE

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Sign in to your Google Account now to restore settings that have been previously backed up (if applicable). If you wait until after setup, you will not be able to restore your settings. For more information, see “Backing up your data” on page 39.

There are three options to choose from:

❖ Sign in—To sign in with an existing account. ❖ Get an account—Touch if you do not already have a Google

account and need to create a new one.

❖ Not now—Touch to skip the account setup for now. You can

sign into a Google account later in Settings, under Accounts & sync.

If you choose Sign in, the “Sign in with your Google Account” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen

❖ Enter your existing Google Account information, and then

touch Sign in. The “Signing in” screen appears.

Touch Not Now to skip the account setup for now. You can sign into a Google account later in Settings, under Accounts & sync.

The “Use Google location” screen appears.

This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again.

Use Google Location

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(Sample Image) Use Google Location screen

❖ Google’s location service uses data from sources such as

❖ Read the selections carefully, and then either touch the options

Touch Next to continue. The “This tablet belongs to…” screen appears.

(Sample Image) This tablet belongs to…

There are two options for the “This tablet belongs to…,” either:

❖ Enter your information into the First and Last name fields, and

❖ Touch Next to continue (without entering the information).

Wi-Fi

networks to help apps determine your approximate

location, even when GPS is not available.

to select/deselect the options, or change them later in Settings (see “Location services settings” on page 70).

then touch Next.

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The “Google Services” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Google Services screen

Read the information carefully, and then touch Next to continue. The “Set up complete” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Setup complete

The setup may take several minutes to complete. If your screen times out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again.

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Using the device for the first time

Waking the tablet

If the screen times-out:

1 Press the Power button.

The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it.

(Sample Image) Lock screen

2 Touch and hold the Lock ( ) icon and drag it to the edge of

the large circle surrounding it. The last screen viewed appears.

Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections

Wi-Fi®:

1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon, then touch Wi-Fi under Wireless

& networks. If turned OFF, switch to ON to enable it.

The device scans for and displays all available Wi-Fi networks.

2 Touch the Wi-Fi

If the network is open, you will be asked to confirm the connection.

3 Touch Connect to confirm.

The Wireless & networks ( ) icon appears in the System bar.

4 Touch the Back ( ) icon to try a different network.

To connect to secure/locked networks, you will be prompted to enter the appropriate credentials.

Wi-Fi® may be enabled by default and the device saves this information so that you can connect automatically the next time you come within range of this network.

network you want to connect to.

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Using the device for the first time

If you use third-party applications on this device, any information those applications collect (including location-based information) may be sent to third parties and merged with other customer information subject to their respective privacy policies.

Bluetooth

1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon, then touch Bluetooth

2 Touch the name of the device to pair with and then touch Pair.

under Wireless & networks. If turned OFF, switch to ON to enable it.

Registering your Toshiba device

NOTE

Registering your Toshiba device

To register online, you must be connected to the Internet.

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ( ) icon. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under the Standard Limited Warranty.

Backing up your data

Back up the data you create in case something happens to your device. You can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card (see

“Using a Micro SD™ Card” on page 87), or to a network (see “Backing up data using your Google™ Account” on page 39), if

available. You can also back up your settings as well as your data using your

Google™ Account. Your data is backed up automatically using this option. For more information, see “Backup & reset settings” on

page 74. If you need to replace your device, your data can be

restored to your new one.

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Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager

Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card. For more information, see “TOSHIBA File

Manager Utility” on page 95.

Backing up data using your Google™ Account

You can also back up your settings as well as your data using your Google™ Account. Your data is backed up automatically using this option. For more information, see “Make it Google™” on page 33.

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Restoring your data using your Google™ Account

If your data was previously backed up using this service you can sign in to your Google™ Account and choose to restore your settings from your Google Account to your device.

(Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen

The data that is backed up may include the following:

❖ Your Wi-Fi

settings

❖ Many Google application settings, such as your Browser

bookmarks

❖ The apps you download from Google Play Store

networks and passwords, user data, and tablet

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Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touch-screen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device.

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Google™ Search bar

Home screens

Notification icons

Battery status icons

Apps button

System

Time

Voice recognition

bar

Navigation and features

(Sample Image) Center Home screen

Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen.

Icon Name Description

Back button Touch to return to the previously viewed screen.

Home button Touch to return to the Home screen.

Recent Apps button Touch to view the most recently view apps.

Time display Located in the System bar to the left of the Status icons.

Battery status icon Located in the System bar. Displays the status of the

Voice recognition button

Google Search bar Touch to perform a search using the keyboard.

battery charge.

Touch to perform a voice-enabled search.

Icon Name Description

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Navigation and features

Settings icon Touch to open the Settings menu.

Home screen

The total number of available Home screens is five. Move between screens by swiping your finger to the left or right.

Your device’s five home screens have several standard features, including icons and a customizable background pattern (wallpaper). The wallpaper image spans the width of all five Home screens.

The middle screen is your Center Home screen and the starting point after your device has been set up. However, your device will return to the last home screen viewed each time you wake up your device from Sleep mode. Touch the Home button to return to the center Home screen.

Icons

An icon represents a shortcut of either a widget, application, bookmark, or game that can be quickly launched by touching the icon on a Home screen.

Each Home screen may display icons for any of the following:

❖ Widgets ❖ Applications ❖ Bookmarks ❖ Games ❖ Thumbnails

Your Home screen will contain other icons depending on how you have customized it. See “Customizing your Home screens” on

page 49.

Gmail™ icon—An example of an icon located on a Home screen is the Gmail icon. This shortcut, when touched, launches your Gmail webmail account.

Touch screen navigation

Use your finger to manipulate the onscreen icons, buttons, menu items, onscreen keyboard, and other items on the touchscreen. You can also change the screen’s orientation.

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Navigation and features

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.

Tou ch —Touch to activate items displayed on the screen, such as app and setting icons or onscreen buttons. Touch to type using the onscreen keyboard.

Touch & hold—Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching and holding the item in place until an action occurs.

Drag—Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move the item until you reach the target position. For example, drag items on the Home screen to reposition them, see

“Customizing your Home screens” on page 49.

Swipe or slide—To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen without pausing. For example, slide the Home screen left or right to view another Home screen.

Double-tap—Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, doubletap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out.

Pinch—In some apps (such as Maps, Browser, and Gallery), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in).

Rotate the screen—In most apps, the orientation of the screen rotates with the tablet as you turn it. You can turn this feature on and off, using the Screen rotation lock switch on the side of your tablet. This allows you to lock the screen to the currently viewed screen orientation.

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Navigation and features

Navigating the Home screen

When the setup process is complete, the Home screen appears. This is your starting point for all features used on your tablet. You can add shortcuts for apps, widgets, and other features to all five of your Home screens. You can also change your wallpaper to more customize the look of your device. For more information, see

“Customizing your Home screens” on page 49.

System bar

The System bar displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background and displays notifications, such as incoming email and the status of your wireless connection. Touch an icon to learn more about its task.

Navigation buttons

Using the navigation buttons in the System bar is an easy way to quickly switch between apps.

The System bar displays the Back ( ) button, Home ( ) button, and Recent Apps ( ) button. Also displayed are the Notification icons, the time, and Status icons.

Touch the Home button at any time to return to the Home screen. Swipe your finger right or left to view another Home screen.

In some media apps, the System bar controls are replaced by dim dots while a movie, slide show, etc. is displayed. This increases the viewing space on the screen. Touch the dot that corresponds with the desired control, or touch a blank area of the System bar to restore the full view.

At the top of the screen you will find the Google™ Search bar ( ), and next to that is the search by voice ( ) button. Also available at the top of the screen is the Apps ( ) button.

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Status icons

Time

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Status icons

Status icons are located on the far right of the System bar. Status icons display current system status information, such as power usage and network connectivity status.

(Sample Image) Status icons

Touch the Time display to view the Status Details panel. For more information, see “Securing your tablet” on page 47.

After your Google™ Account is set up, the Network Status icons are blue when connected to Google services. This indicates that the tablet is ready to sync your Gmail™, Calendar, and contacts, and to back up your settings. When your tablet is not connected to a Google Account or the wireless connection is disabled, the icons are gray.

Managing Notifications

Notifications report the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, and they report the status of your Wi-Fi

Notification icons appear in the System bar, to the left of the time display, along with a summary that appears briefly.

Depending on your settings you may also hear a notification sound. Typical notifications are currently running programs and available

updates. To activate a specific task, click the appropriate Notification bar icon.

Most apps that send notifications, such as Gmail™ and the calendar, have their own settings. These settings can be configured to send notifications in different ways, with a sound or vibration, etc. See the documentation for those apps for details.You can open the Notifications list to view all of your current notifications.

connection.

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Navigation and features

Opening a notification

1 Touch the time display in the System bar on the lower right of

your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens.

(Sample Image) Notification summary panel screen

2 Touch a notification summary to view it or to respond to it.

Touch the notification’s Close button to remove it from the Notifications list. Touching a blank area of the screen closes the list without removing the notification.

Responding to notifications

When the Notification summary panel is open you can respond to a notification by touching the associated icon.

Notification panels contain a variety of information and controls, including:

❖ A message summary, with the date and picture of the sender ❖ Media controls to play/pause music or to skip to the next or

previous track

❖ Progress bars that indicate the progress of currently

downloading apps:

1 Touch a notification icon in the System bar.

The notification’s summary panel opens.

2 Touch a notification in the Notification summary panel to

open it in its application. It will then be cleared from the Notification summary

panel.

3 To remove the notification without viewing it, touch its

Close button.

Securing your tablet

If you choose to set a password (with or without encryption), Toshiba strongly recommends that you write down your password and keep it in a safe location where you can later access it should you not remember it.

Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device.

When you initially turn on or wake the tablet, the lock screen requires you to drag the Lock ( ) icon to unlock the screen, see

“Waking the tablet” on page 37. Alternatively, you can secure the

lock screen by requiring a pattern or entry of a numeric PIN or password, so only you can access your data. You may also be required to secure the lock screen by a policy set by an email account or other account you add to your tablet. For more information, see “Location services settings” on page 70.

You can also encrypt the data on your tablet, so you must enter a numeric PIN or a password to decrypt it each time you power it on.

1 Touch the Time ( ) display in the System bar, touch

the time in the Status Details panel, and then touch the Settings ( ) icon at the bottom of the Quick Settings screen.

You can also open Settings by touching the Settings () icon in the Apps screen or on a Home screen.

2 Touch the Security ( ) icon. 3 Touch Screen Lock. 4 Touch Slide, Pattern, PIN, or Password.

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Navigation and features

Slide is the default screen lock option. If you touch Slide, you will be taken back to the Security screen. The next time you wake up your device from sleep, you will be taken to the Lock screen. At the Lock screen, you can either slide to left to launch the camera application, or slide to the right to unlock the system.

(Sample Image) Lock screen after touching lock screen

If you touch Pattern, you’re guided to create a pattern you must draw to unlock the screen. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an unlock pattern appears. Then you are prompted to draw and redraw your own pattern.

If you touch PIN or Password, you are prompted to set a numeric PIN or a password you must enter to unlock your screen.

The next time you turn on your tablet or wake up the screen, you must draw your unlock pattern or enter your PIN or password to unlock it.

You can encrypt all the data on your tablet: Google™ Accounts, application data, music and other media, downloaded information, etc. If you do, you must enter a numeric PIN or password each time you power on your tablet.

❖ Encryption is irreversible. The only way to revert to an

unencrypted device is to perform a factory data reset, which will erase all your data.

❖ You must not interrupt the encryption process or you will lose

some or all of your data. (See “Backup & reset settings” on

page 74 and “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 100).

1 Before starting the encryption process on your tablet, you

must:

❖ Set a lock screen PIN or password (see “Securing your

tablet” on page 47).

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❖ Charge your tablet’s battery. ❖ Plug your tablet to the USB/AC adaptor. ❖ Schedule an hour or more for the encryption process.

2 Touch the Settings ( ) icon, Security ( ) icon, and then

Encrypt tablet.

Read the information on the Encrypt Tablet screen carefully. If you change your mind touch the Back ( ) button to exit

the encryption process.

3 Touch the Encrypt tablet button. 4 Enter your lock screen PIN or password and touch Continue. 5 Touch the Encrypt tablet button again, to confirm you want to

continue. The encryption process begins and displays the progress. Encryption can take an hour or more, during which time your tablet

may restart several times. When encryption is complete, you are prompted to enter your PIN

or password. Subsequently, you must enter your PIN or password each time you power on your tablet, to decrypt it.

Customizing your Home screens

You can add Apps icons, Widgets, Bookmark shortcuts, and other items to any available free space on any Home screen. You can also change the Wallpaper.

For more information on the Home screens, see “Navigation and

features” on page 40.

Adding an item to a Home screen

1 Open the Home screen you want to add the item to. For more

information on using the Home screens, see “Navigation and

features” on page 40.

2 Swipe your finger left or right to find the item you want to add. 3 Touch & hold the item, and then drag it to the location you

wish to place it on the Home screen.

Moving an item from the Home screen

To move an item to a new location on the current Home screen or to move it to another Home screen, touch & hold the icon, and then drag and drop it to the new location.

NOTE

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Removing an item from a Home screen

1 Touch and hold the item you want to remove.

The Remove button appears in the top center of the display.

2 Drag the item to the Remove button. 3 Lift your finger when the icon turns red.

The item has been removed from the Home screen, but not deleted from the system. To add the item back to your Home screen, see

“Adding an item to a Home screen” on page 49.

Creating, naming, and removing folders

Creating a folder

Complete the following steps to create folders on your Home screen.

1 Locate the desired first app (on a Home screen) that you want

to include in a folder.

2 Locate the second app (on the Home screen or in the app list). 3 Tou ch , hold, and drag the second app to the first app.

(Sample Image) Dragging an app

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4 Release the second app, and its icon appears in the circle,

behind the icon of the first app.

(Sample Image) Unnamed folder

The folder is now created with an automatic generic name (such as “Unnamed folder”).

Name/rename a created folder

1 Tou ch and hold the folder you want to name/rename.

(Sample Image) Naming a folder

The name of the folder turns into a field you can type into.

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2 Type the desired name. The folder is now renamed.

(Sample Image) Named folder

Removing a folder

To remove folders from your Home screen:

1 Locate and open the folder (on a Home screen) that you want

to remove.

2 Tou ch , hold, and drag all apps from the folder (on the Home

screen or in the app list) to the Home screen.

3 Release the apps on the Home screen. When the last app is

removed, its folder is automatically removed.

Changing the wallpaper

1 Touch and hold any of the five Home screens. 2 Touch Gallery, Live wallpapers, or Wallpapers.

❖ Gallery—Opens a thumbnail page, displaying the images

you have taken with the tablet’s camera. Pictures can be cropped before setting them as a wallpaper.

❖ Live wallpapers—Opens a thumbnail page, displaying

the sample live wallpapers that came preinstalled on your tablet. Touch a thumbnail image to preview it on the screen.

❖ Wallpapers—Opens a thumbnail page, displaying the

NOTE

sample wallpaper images that came preinstalled on your tablet. Touch a thumbnail image to preview it on the screen.

Additional wallpapers can be downloaded from Google Play Store.

3 Touch the wallpaper you want. The selected wallpaper is set as

the background image on your display screen.

Turning off the device

It is a good idea to turn off your device when you are not using it for a while.

If you are using the device for the first time, leave the device plugged into a power source (even though the device is off) to fully charge the battery.

Options for turning off the device

You have two options available for turning off the device: Shut down and Sleep mode. Each option has its advantages.

❖ Use shut down if you will not be using the device for several

days or if you must turn off your device.

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Turning off the device

TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the shut down option to turn off your device, backup your data.

If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the device on again.

If you do not intend to use your device for a long period of time, turn off the device, disconnect the power plug from the plug socket, and store your device in a dry dust-free location.

❖ Letting the screen time-out or enter into Sleep mode allows the

device to conserve power. When turning on the device again, the system automatically returns to the last screen viewed.

To change the screen time-out setting, see “Display settings”

on page 68.

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Turning off the device

Using Shut down mode

The Shut down mode completely shuts down the device without saving your data or the current state of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet.

Always back up your data and settings before shutting down your tablet.

To turn off your device using Shut down mode:

1 Press and hold the Power button.

A pop-up screen appears, asking whether you would like to

shut down.

(Sample Image) Shut down pop-up screen

2 In the pop-up window, touch OK to completely shut down the

tablet.

The operating system shuts down and the tablet turns off.

3 Touch Cancel to abort the shut down process.

Using Sleep mode

Your device will automatically time-out after a couple minutes of non-operation, placing it into Sleep mode. The screen dims and then darkens to conserve battery power. For more information on waking the tablet from Sleep mode, see “Waking the tablet” on

page 37. To change the amount of time it takes for the display to

darken, touch the Settings ( ) icon, and then the Display () icon.

Increase battery life between charges by using the shortest available time-out setting. See “Display settings” on page 68.

You can also place your tablet into Sleep mode by pressing the Power button quickly.

Syncing and managing your accounts

Factors to consider when choosing Sleep mode:

❖ While in Sleep mode, the device uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will

lose data if the battery discharges completely while the device is in Sleep mode.

❖ Waking your device from Sleep mode takes less time and

consumes less battery power than restarting after shutting down the device.

❖ When starting up again, the device returns to the screen last

viewed.

If you place the device in Sleep mode and the battery discharges fully, your unsaved data will be lost. Be sure to backup your data first.

Syncing and managing your accounts

Using the Accounts & Sync settings, you can configure the ways in which your account interacts with the applications on your tablet, and you can sync contacts, email, calendar events, etc. from your multiple Google™ Accounts.

Getting Started

Add an account

Add multiple Google Accounts and Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see “Accounts & sync settings”

on page 74.

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

Getting Started

Syncing and managing your accounts

2 Touch the Accounts & sync () icon.

The Accounts & sync menu appears displaying the current

sync settings and a list of the current accounts.

(Sample Image) Accounts & sync screen

3 Touch Add account. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required account

information.

5 Configure the account settings. For more information, see

“Accounts & sync settings” on page 74.

The account is added to the list in the Accounts & sync

settings.

Remove an account

To remove an account and all the associated information, including email, contacts, settings, etc.:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Accounts & sync () icon.

The Accounts & sync menu, appears, displaying the current

sync settings and a list of the current accounts.

3 Touch the account you wish to delete. 4 Touch the Menu ( ) icon in the upper-right corner.

Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude

5 Touch Remove account from the dialog box to continue.

(Sample Image) Removing an account

The account and the associated information is removed from the Accounts & sync settings.

Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude

To access Navigation, Maps, Places and Latitude:

1 Touch the Apps () icon.

The Apps menu appears.

2 Touch the Navigation ( ) icon, Maps ( ) icon, Places ()

icon, or the Latitude () icon.

Getting Started

Do not use this device while driving.

Navigation: Access turn-by-turn, spoken driving instructions with the free Google™ Navigation application (Beta).

Maps: Finds your current location to access real-time traffic conditions, and obtain detailed directions by foot, public transportation, or car, using the free Google Maps application (Beta).

Places: Quickly find local establishments, such as restaurants, banks, or gas stations, using the free Google Places application.

Getting Started

Managing downloads

Latitude: Locate points-of-interest directly on a street map or satellite image. Some areas support street-level views of businesses and neighborhoods. View your friends’ locations on your maps and share your location and other information with them, using Google Latitude.

To learn more, visit the Google Help Center.

Managing downloads

To access downloads:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Apps ( ) icon, and then touch the Downloaded

menu on the right side.

3 Touch Downloaded.

The Downloaded menu appears.

4 Touch an item to open it.

Items can be uninstalled from your tablet or sorted by file size or file name for easier viewing.

To sort the items, touch the Sort by size menu option on the top right of the screen.

To uninstall items:

1 Select the items you wish to delete. 2 Touch Uninstall, and then touch OK to confirm the deletion.

Files, apps, and items downloaded from a Web Browser, Gmail, etc., are stored on your tablet’s internal storage. Use the Downloads app to view, open, or delete downloaded items.

Factory data reset

This restores the device to the out of box state. All data on the device is erased, including system/application settings, user downloaded/installed applications and data such as photos, music, videos, contacts, etc.

The recovery process deletes all data, restoring the tablet to its outof-box state. Be sure to save your data to external media before executing the recovery), see “Backing up your data” on page 39.)

Before restoring the device to the out of box state, back up all data

NOTE

to external media. You can use your Google™ account to back up all data and apps settings.

To perform this process:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Backup & reset ( ) icon.

The Backup & reset menu appears.

3 Touch Factory data reset. 4 Touch Reset tablet. 5 Touch Erase everything.

The Factory data reset process begins.

This process could take several minutes. For more information, see

“Setting up your device” on page 31.

Caring for your device

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your device. For information about taking care of your device’s battery, see “Taking

care of your battery” on page 28.

Getting Started

Caring for your device

Cleaning the device

Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the device’s ports, speakers and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the device. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the device.

To keep your device clean, gently wipe it with a lightly dampened soft cloth.

Chapter 2

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

You can customize the settings for the various functions on your Toshiba tablet, such as screen orientation, or sound settings.

Apps and Settings menus

This menu contains most of the tools you will need to customize and configure your tablet.

Accessing the Apps and Settings menus

To access the Apps menu:

❖ Touch the Apps () icon.

Customizing your device’s settings

The Apps menu appears.

Settings

(Sample Image) Apps menu screen

The following are some of the icons you may find in the Apps menu.

Icon Name Description

Settings Touch to open the Settings menu.

Browser Touch to open and view Web sites.

Camera Touch to open the Camera application. Take

photos/videos, using the camera on either the back or the front of the tablet, see “Using the cameras” on

page 87.

Gmail™ Touch to access your Gmail email account.

Maps Touch to open the Maps app, see “Navigation, Maps,

Places, and Latitude” on page 57.

Google Play Store Touch to open Google Play Store to view and download

available apps for your tablet.

Navigation Touch to open the Navigation app, see “Navigation,

Maps, Places, and Latitude” on page 57.

Gallery Touch to view the photos/videos you have recorded,

using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see “Using the cameras” on page 87.

Calendar Touch to view your Calendar.

Icon Name Description

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Calculator Touch to open the Calculator application.

Downloads Touch to view the Downloads application, see

“Managing downloads” on page 58.

Media Player Touch to open the multimedia player, see “TOSHIBA

Media Player” on page 80.

Play Books Touch to view the books that have been downloaded to

your tablet.

To access the Settings menu:

❖ Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

(Sample Image) Settings menu screen

The following are some of the icons you may find in the Settings menu.

Icon Name Description

Wi-Fi Configure and manage connections to networks and

devices via Wi-Fi

on page 66.

Sound Configure the Sound settings to set the audio for media

playback, notifications, and alarms with the your desired volume level and notification sounds, see “Sound

settings” on page 67.

Display Configure the screen orientation or use energy saving

settings, see “Display settings” on page 68.

, see “Wireless and networks settings”

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Icon Name Description

Storage Monitor the used and available space on your tablet’s

internal storage and other storage media installed on your tablet, see “Storage settings” on page 75.

Battery Displays battery status, see “Battery Notice” on page 27.

Apps Touch to view and manage the installed applications, see

“Apps settings” on page 73.

Accounts & sync Add, remove, and manage all of your accounts, and sync

accounts to work together, see “Accounts & sync

settings” on page 74.

Location Services Touch to change the settings for location services, see

“Location services settings” on page 70.

Security Configure how you want the tablet to determine your

location, see “Location services settings” on page 70.

Language & input Configure the various input methods available on your

tablet, see “Language & input settings” on page 76.

Backup & reset Back up your settings and data to Google™ servers,

using your Google Account, or perform a factory data reset, see “Backup & reset settings” on page 74.

Date & time Configure your preferences for the way in which dates

are displayed, see “Date & time settings” on page 77.

Accessibility Touch to change the settings for accessibility features to

activate an accessibility application, see “Accessibility

settings” on page 77.

About tablet Displays information regarding your operating system

software and hardware, see “About tablet” on page 78.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Access Settings from the Quick Settings menu

You can open the Quick Settings menu to view and control the tablet settings you most often use, as well as access the Settings menu.

1 Touch the Time ( ) display in the lower-right corner of the

screen in the System bar.

The Status Details menu displays.

(Sample Image) Status Details menu screen

❖ Touch any open area of the display screen to close the

Status Details menu.

❖ Touch anywhere in the Status Details menu to display the

Quick Settings menu.

Settings

NOTE

Customizing your device’s settings

The Quick Settings menu displays below the Status Details menu, replacing the list of current notifications.

(Sample Image) Quick Settings menu screen

2 Touch the Settings ( ) icon to open the Settings menu, and

then select the setting you wish to change.

The following are icons you will find in the Quick Settings menu.

Icon Name Description

Airplane mode Touch to turn ON/OFF Airplane mode, see “Wireless and

networks settings” on page 66.

Wi-Fi

Lock screen orientation

This may also be locked/unlocked by using the screen rotation lock/unlock switch.

Display brightness Touch to adjust the screen brightness, see “Display

Notifications Touch to turn ON/OFF Notifications, see “Sound

Settings Touch to select the tablet setting you wish to change, see

Touch to view the current Wi-Fi® connections, see

“Wireless and networks settings” on page 66.

Touch to turn ON/OFF screen rotation, see “Display

settings” on page 68.

settings” on page 67.

“Apps and Settings menus” on page 60.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Wireless and networks settings

Use the Wireless & networks settings to configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth®

connections” on page 37. The Wireless & Networks settings can

also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device’s radios while in-flight.

To change the Wireless & networks settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Wi-Fi ( ) icon. 3 Touch the Menu ( ) icon in the upper-right corner. 4 Touch Advanced, then make the desired changes.

Below are some of the standard and advanced options to choose from:

❖ Wi-Fi—Select to turn on Wi-Fi

networks. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and

Bluetooth® connections” on page 37.

In addition to the information described in this section, you can

access the Advanced settings. Touch the Menu ( ) button in

this screen’s Application bar, and then Advanced to view the

settings in the “Advanced Wi-Fi” screen.

Some of the options available are:

❖ Network notification—If this is selected, you will receive

a notification in the System bar when an open Wi-Fi network becomes available.

❖ Keep Wi-Fi on during Sleep choices—Choose from the

following selections to set conditions for automatically turning off the Wi-Fi

Always Only while plugged into AC power Never (uses more battery power)

❖ Add Wi-Fi network—Touch to open a dialog box to add

a Wi-Fi broadcasts), security type, and other properties. See

“Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection” on page 32.

❖ Bluetooth—Select to turn on Bluetooth

Bluetooth

devices, such as an external keyboard. For more

, or Bluetooth®. For

so you can connect to Wi-Fi®

connection:

network by entering its SSID (the name it

so you can connect to

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth®

connections” on page 37.

Some of the options available are:

❖ Rename tablet—Touch to open a dialog box to rename

your tablet a name that is visible on some Bluetooth devices. The current name is displayed.

❖ Visibility timeout—Select to make your tablet

discoverable by other Bluetooth of time.

❖ Show received files—Displays a list of files received via

Bluetooth

devices for a brief period

Sound settings

The Sound settings can be configured to set the audio for media playback, notifications, and alarms with the desired volume level and notification sounds. You can also set audible feedback when touching or locking and unlocking the screen.

To change the Sound settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Sound () icon.

The Sound menu appears.

(Sample Image) Sound Settings menu screen

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Sound menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Vo lu m es —Select to open a screen containing three sliders,

❖ Ringtone & notifications—Select to open a screen containing

❖ Touch sounds—Select to hear a sound while touching the

❖ Screen lock sound—Select to hear a sound when locking or

❖ Haptics—Select to change the vibrate settings when pressing

Display settings

You can change the Display settings for various things, such as orientation of the display or brightness level for energy conservation.

To change the Display settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

used to adjust media volume, notification sounds, and alarm

sounds.

a list of notification sounds. Touch a notification sound to listen

to a sample of it.

buttons, icons, and other onscreen items.

unlocking the screen.

the soft keys.

The Settings menu appears.

Customizing your device’s settings

NOTE

2 Touch the Display () icon.

The Display menu appears.

Settings

(Sample Image) Display Settings menu screen

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Display menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

The Automatic Brightness selection must be deselected to access the Brightness control screen. Under certain operating conditions, e.g., very high ambient temperatures, your tablet might automatically dim the LCD brightness in order to maintain a reasonable system temperature. This is a normal protective feature and you might not be able to manually adjust the LCD brightness during the auto dimming period.

❖ Brightness—Displays the Brightness control bar screen. To

change the brightness level, deselect the Automatic brightness option. Then touch and slide the bar left or right to decrease or increase the screen brightness.

❖ Auto-rotate screen—Select to enable your screen to

auto-rotate the screen in apps, Web pages, and games that support auto-rotation. This allows the screen to automatically switch the orientation of the currently viewed screen as you turn the tablet sideways or upright.

❖ Wallpaper—Select to change the wallpaper.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ Sleep—Displays a list of time interval settings that indicate the

amount of time it takes for the screen to time-out. Using the

shortest time-out period extends the battery life between

charges.

❖ Multi function switch settings—Lock screen orientation.

Location services settings

Use the Location services settings to configure how you want the tablet to determine your location (this affects accuracy), and the way in which you want to share your location with Google™ and others. Security settings can also be configured to help secure your tablet and its data.

Do not use this device while driving.

To change the Location services settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Location services ( ) icon.

The Location services menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Location services

menu. Below are some of the categories you may choose from:

❖ Google's location service—Under My Location, selecting

this option allows your tablet to use information from Wi-Fi

and networks to determine your approximate location. This is

important for use in Maps and other geographically aware

applications, etc. You will be asked if you consent to sharing

your location anonymously with Google’s location service, in

order help improve the service.

❖ GPS satellites—Under My Location, selecting this option

allows your tablet’s global positioning system (GPS) receiver

to pinpoint your location to within as close as several meters

(street level). Actual GPS accuracy depends on weather

conditions, as well as other factors.

❖ Location & Google Search—Under My Location, select this

option to include information about your location when you

use Google Search, Voice Search, etc.

Security settings

Use the Security settings to configure our tablet to help secure your tablet and its data.

To change the Security settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Security ( ) icon.

The Location & security menu appears.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

(Sample Image) Security Settings Menu screen

3 Touch the item you want to change in the Security menu.

Below are some of the categories you may choose from:

❖ Screen lock —Under Screen unlock, touch this option to

configure your lock screen with a required pattern, PIN, or password to unlock the screen. For more information, see

“Securing your tablet” on page 47.

❖ Owner info—Touching this option displays a screen that

allows you to display information about yourself (such as your contact information) on the lock screen. You will be prompted to enter the text you want to display.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ Encrypt tablet—Under Screen unlock, touch this option to

encrypt the contents of your tablet in the event that it is

powered off. Configure a required numeric PIN or password to

decrypt your tablet each time you power it on, see “Securing

your tablet” on page 47.

Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device.

❖ Make passwords visible—Select this option to briefly display

each character of your passwords as you enter them into the

keyboard.

❖ Device administrators—Under Device administration, touch

open a screen with a list of the applications you have

authorized to be administrators for your tablet. This is typically

an email, calendar, or other enterprise application that you

granted this authority to, when you added an account hosted by

an enterprise service that requires the ability to implement

security policies on any devices that connect to it. Touch an

application in this list to disable its authority to be a device

administrator; if you do, the account you added will typically

lose some functionality in its applications, such as the ability to

sync new email or calendar events, until you restore the

application’s authority as a device administrator. Applications

whose device administration authority you disable in this way,

but that have accounts that require them to be device

administrators, typically notify you how to restore their

authority when you try to use them, unless you delete those

accounts.

❖ Install from storage—Under Credential storage, select to

install a secure certificate from your tablet’s storage.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Apps settings

You use the Apps settings to view details about the applications installed on your tablet, to manage their data, to force them to stop if needed, and to set whether you want to permit installation of applications that you obtain from Web sites and email.

To change the Apps settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Apps ( ) icon.

The Apps menu appears.

(Sample Image) Apps Settings menu screen

3 Touch item you want to change in the Apps menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Downloaded—Displays a list of the applications and other

software downloaded on your tablet.

❖ Running—Displays a list of applications, processes, and

services currently running.

❖ All—Displays all applications and software currently installed

you your tablet.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Accounts & sync settings

You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts & sync settings. For more information, see “Syncing and managing your accounts” on

page 55. Use these settings to also control the ways in which

applications send, receive, and sync data on their own schedules, or how applications synchronize user data automatically.

Gmail™, Calendar, and other applications may have their own setting options. For details, refer to the application’s documentation.

To change the Accounts & sync settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Accounts & sync () icon.

The Accounts & sync menu appears.

3 Touch the item you want to change in the Accounts & sync

menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Sync Calendar—Touch to sync your calendar with your

device.

❖ Sync Contacts—Touch to sync your contacts with your

device.

❖ Sync Gmail—Touch to sync your Gmail with your device.

While an account is selected, you can touch the Menu ( ) button to:

❖ Remove account—Touch to remove the account and all of its

data.

❖ Sync Now—Touch to synchronize your data now.

Backup & reset settings

You can use the Backup & reset settings to back up your settings and data to Google™ servers, using your Google Account. You can also perform a factory data reset to erase all data on your tablet. For more information, see “Backing up your data” on page 39.

To change the Backup & reset settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

Settings

NOTE

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the Backup & reset ( ) icon.

The Backup & reset menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Backup & reset

menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Back up my data—Select to back up your personal data

❖ Backup account—Displays the Google Account used to back

❖ Automatic restore—Select this option to restore the

❖ Factory data reset—Restores your device to it’s out-of-box

(Wi-Fi servers, with your Google Account. Your data can be restored to a new tablet the first time you sign in with your Google Account. Some third-party applications may also take advantage of this feature, allowing you to restore the associated data of a reinstalled application.

up your settings and data. Sign in to this account to restore your settings and data to a new tablet or other device.

associated settings and data when reinstalling an application.

state, see “Factory data reset” on page 58.

passwords, Browser bookmarks, etc.) to Google

If you disable this option, data will no longer be backed up to your Google Account. All existing backed up data is deleted from Google servers.

The recovery process deletes all data, restoring the tablet to its out-of-box state. Be sure to save your data to external media before executing the recovery), see “Backing up your data” on page 39.)

Any system updates already installed are retained on your device.

Storage settings

The Storage settings can be used to monitor the used and available space in your tablet’s internal storage or on a Micro SD™ Card inserted in your tablet.

To change the Storage settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon.

The Storage menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Storage menu.

You can also view and manage the amount of storage used by your applications.

Language & input settings

You can select the language and configure various input methods, such as the Google text-to-speech engine for applications that support it.

To change the Language & input settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Language & input ( ) icon.

The Language & input menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Language & input

menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Language—Select to open the Language screen, and then

select your preferred language for use on your tablet.

❖ Spelling Correction—Select to enable/disable the auto-

spelling correction.

❖ Personal dictionary—Select to open a list of the words you

have added to the dictionary. Touch a word to edit it, or touch

the red X next to a word to delete it. Touch the Plus button at

the top right of the Application bar to add a word.

❖ Default—Under Keyboard and Input Methods, select this to

change and configure between available keyboards.

❖ Voice Search—Under Speech, select this to configure the

Voice search options.

Some of the available options are:

❖ SafeSearch—Set whether you want Google™ SafeSearch

filtering to block some search results when using Google Voice Search.

❖ Block offensive words—Select to have your Google

voice recognition replace offensive words with hash symbols (#).

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ Google text-to-speech engine—Select to open a screen that

allows you to configure the language and voice settings.

Accessibility settings

Use the Accessibility settings to configure any plug-ins that are installed on the tablet.

To change the Accessibility settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Accessibility ( ) icon.

The Accessibility menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Accessibility menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Tal kB ac k—Select to allow the tablet’s installed speech

synthesizer to announce the labels of the buttons, icons, etc. while navigating the tablet.

❖ Large text—Select to make the font size bigger. ❖ Auto-rotate screen—Select to enable/disable the auto-rotate

feature.

❖ Touch & hold delay—Select to set the hold delay time

between when you touch the item and when the item responds.

Date & time settings

Use the Date & time settings to configure your preferences for the way in which dates are displayed.

To change the Date & time settings:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Date & time ( ) icon.

The Date & time menu appears.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Date & time menu.

(Sample Image) Date & Time screen

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ Automatic date & time—Clear the selection to set the date

and time manually.

❖ Automatic date & time settings—Clear the selection to set

the time zone manually.

❖ Set date—If Automatic date & time is cleared, a screen

opens to set the date manually.

❖ Set time—If Automatic date & time is cleared, a screen

opens to set the time manually.

❖ Select time zone—If Automatic time zone is cleared, a screen

opens to set the time zone manually.

❖ Use 24-hour format—Select to display the time using a

24-hour time format (i.e. 13:00, rather that 1:00).

❖ Select date format—Select to open a screen to select the

displayed date’s format.

About tablet

The About tablet menu displays information regarding your operating system software and hardware.

To view th e About tablet information:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon.

The About tablet menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to view in the About tablet menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖ System updates—Select to open the Toshiba Service Station

that lists the availability of operating system software updates.

❖ Status—Select to open a screen that displays information

about your battery, network connections, etc.

❖ System information—Select to open a screen that displays

information about the Manufacturer, Product name, Product version, Serial number, UUID, and OEM strings for your tablet.

❖ Legal information—Select to open a screen that displays legal

information about the system software included with your tablet.

Chapter 3

NOTE

Working with Apps

Downloading Toshiba Apps

You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place

To download apps, you must be connected to the Internet.

icon.

TOSHIBA Media Player

The TOSHIBA Media Player is a multimedia player that allows users to experience outstanding multimedia viewing enjoyment.

The TOSHIBA Media Player supports a number of multimedia content formats. For detailed information regarding supported file formats, see the detailed specifications for your device at

tabletsupport.toshiba.com.

Toshiba does not guarantee that all audio/video files will play correctly.

Working with Apps

Apps

On the Media Player’s main screen, touch the Menu ( ) button.

(Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen

The menu may display the following options:

❖ Playback device—Opens the list of available playback devices ❖ Find network devices—Displays available network devices. ❖ Settings—Opens media player settings. ❖ Tut or ia l—Opens the media player tutorial. ❖ About—Displays version information, etc.

Apps

In Google Play Store you will have direct access to more than 100,000 apps. Search for your favorite games, apps, wallpapers, and more to customize your tablet.

To learn more, visit the Google™ Help Center.

Downloading from Google Play Store

On the Home Screen, touch the Play Store ( ) icon. This opens Google Play Store, allowing you to choose music, books, and movies.

NOTE

Working with Apps

Apps

Preinstalled Apps on your tablet

Google Play Store, Browser, Gmail™, Maps, YouTube™, and Calendar apps are preinstalled on your tablet and the shortcuts for them appear on your Home screen. You can move the icons for these applications to other Home screens to customize the look of your tablet, see “Moving an item from the Home screen” on

page 49.

You can install many more apps, widgets, games, etc. by visiting the Toshiba App Place™ or Google Play Store.

Uninstalling Apps on your tablet

To uninstall applications from your tablet.

1 Touch the Apps () icon. 2 Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want

to delete, and then drag it to Uninstall.

3 Confirm the deletion.

Applications that came preinstalled on your tablet cannot be deleted from the device.

Chapter 4

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using the onscreen keyboard

Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard.

(Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard

Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the onscreen keyboard allowing you to enter text. Some apps open the keyboard automatically.

The onscreen keyboard has a number of settings. For more information, see “Language & input settings” on page 76.

NOTE

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using the onscreen keyboard

Type to enter text

To begin typing, touch the text field in the application you are using to open the onscreen keyboard.

(Sample Image) Touching a text field to type

An insertion point tab ( ) appears where you touch the text field. If text has been previously entered you can drag the insertion point by its tab to move it to the location in the text line you wish to begin typing from.

You may also select one or more words to copy, cut, and paste.

Not all applications support this function.

1 Select the text you want to cut or copy.

(Sample Image) Touching a text field to type

2 Touch Cut ( ) or Copy ( ) in the Application bar.

Touching Cut removes the selected text from the text field, but

it can be pasted into another text field.

3 Place the cursor in the text field where you want to place the

text.

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NOTE

Word suggestion

Underlined word

Using the onscreen keyboard

4 Touch and hold until the Paste ( ) option appears on the

screen.

5 Touch the Paste ( ) icon.

The text is inserted into the new text field.

Text can be copied and pasted from one app to another.

❖ Touch the space bar or a punctuation mark to auto complete a

word you are typing.

❖ Touch the Shift ( ) key one time to capitalize the next letter

typed.

❖ Double-tap the Shift key to capitalize all of the letters you

type. Touch the Shift key again to type in lower case.

(Sample Image) Touching a text field to type

❖ While typing, spelling suggestions and similar word

suggestions appear just above the keyboard. Touch a word suggestion to use it in place of the underlined word in the text field. To change the input settings, see “Language & input

settings” on page 76.

❖ Touch the Delete ( ) key to erase characters to the left of the

cursor.

❖ Touch the Number and Symbols ( ) key to type numbers,

symbols, and other special characters.

❖ Touch the Close Keyboard ( ) button when you are finished.

You can change the language you want to use by touching the Input Method ( ) button, or by going to the Settings menu, see

“Language & input settings” on page 76.

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Using the built-in speakers

Speak to enter text

You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard.

1 Touch the text field. 2 Touch the Microphone ( ) key on the keyboard. 3 Speak your text when you are prompted to “Speak now.”

The speech-recognition types the words you say.

4 To enter punctuation, say “comma,” “period,” “exclamation

mark,” etc.

The text you enter by speech is underlined.

5 Touch the Delete ( ) key to erase the underlined text, or the

Send ( ) button to accept the text.

You can change the language you want to use by touching the Input Method ( ) button, or by going to the Settings menu, see

“Language & input settings” on page 76.

Using the built-in speakers

Your tablet is equipped with internal speakers. To increase or decrease the volume, use the volume control buttons on the side of your tablet.

You can silence your tablet, so that your notifications are announced with a vibration instead of a tone. To place your tablet into Silent mode, use the volume decrease button to turn the volume down completely. The lowest setting places your tablet into Silent mode.

Using external speakers or headphones

Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.

Do not set the volume too high on this device or when using headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Discontinue use and consult a physician if you experience any hearing discomfort.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the device.

To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones:

NOTE

1 Locate the headphone jack on the device. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the

headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini connector.

To adjust the volume:

❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the device’s volume control.

Recording sounds

You may record sounds using the internal microphone on the device or by connecting a headset.

Using the cameras

Your device comes with a built-in camera on the front and one on the back of the tablet. With these cameras you can do the following:

❖ Take pictures and record videos with your device ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant

messaging (IM) programs

❖ Have video conference calls

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using the cameras

To email, instant message or video conference, you must be connected to the Internet.

The camera indicator light glows when the front camera is active. You may also adjust the settings to use a flash.

Using a Micro SD™ Card

For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com.

The Micro SD™ Card slot supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™) media. This media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using a Micro SD™ Card

Inserting memory media

When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.

To insert a Micro SD™ Card:

1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place.

(Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media

Removing memory media

Do not remove media while data is being written or read, or your data could be destroyed.

To prepare the card for removal:

1 Touch the Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

2 Touch the Storage ( ) icon.

The Storage menu appears.

3 Touch Unmount SD card. 4 Gently press the card inward to release it.

The card pops out slightly.

5 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.

(Sample Illustration) Removing memory media

Exploring the Features on your Device

NOTE

Micro USB port

Adding optional external devices

After starting your device for the first time, you may want to:

❖ Connect an external keyboard via the available Bluetooth

settings (see “Using an external keyboard” on page 89 or

“Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 37)

❖ Connect an external mouse via the available Bluetooth

settings (see “Using an external mouse” on page 89 or “Setting

up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 37)

Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use an external keyboard, you can attach one to your device by pairing a Bluetooth available Bluetooth information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections”

on page 37 and “Using external devices” on page 89.

Some keyboard functionality may not be supported.

Using an external mouse

You may want to use an external mouse instead of the device’s touch screen. You can attach one to your device by pairing a

Bluetooth

connectivity on you device. For more information, see “Setting up

Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page 37 and “Using external devices” on page 89.

enabled mouse using the available Bluetooth®

connectivity on your device. For more

enabled keyboard using the

Some mouse functionality may not be supported.

Using external devices

You can connect an external device to your tablet using the Micro USB port which supports data transfer, as shown below

(Sample Illustration) External device port on the right of the tablet

Back

Power interface

Audio out jack

NOTE

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using a docking station

(Sold separately.)

The docking connector, located on the bottom of your tablet device, is used to attach your device to a docking station (not shipped with your system).

Docking connector

(Sample Illustration) Docking station

To achieve a proper connection between your tablet and the docking station, your tablet must be properly aligned with the docking station. For more information, consult the user’s manual that came with your docking station, or visit support.toshiba.com.

To find a docking station that is compatible with your tablet device, please visit accessories.toshiba.com.

Front

Connecting your tablet to a docking station

To connect your tablet to the dock:

1 Assemble the AC adaptor (provided with your Toshiba tablet),

see “Connecting to a power source” on page 26.

Additional Toshiba USB/AC adaptors can be purchased separately at

accessories.toshiba.com.

2 Connect the power cord/cable to the power interface slot on the

back of the dock.

3 Connect the AC adaptor to a live electrical outlet.

Exploring the Features on your Device

NOTE

Using a docking station

4 Align the docking interface located on your tablet with the

docking connector on the dock.

Docking interface

(Sample Illustration) Aligning the docking interface with the docking connector

Not all USB devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of the USB device for compatibility.

Chapter 5

NOTE

Utilities

Your device includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter.

The utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system.

❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA File Manager Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Adaptive display

TOSHIBA Service Station

The TOSHIBA Service Station app provides you with updates for both application and system software. It notifies you when new versions of your system software are available, and then prompts you to download and install them.

To open TOSHIBA Service Station:

1 Touch the Apps () icon.

TOSHIBA Service Station

NOTE

2 Touch the Service Station ( ) icon.

The TOSHIBA Service Station screen appears.

Utilities

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station screen

The first time TOSHBIA Service Station is run, you will be prompted to accept the access agreement. This agreement authorizes the app to collect certain basic information about your device and send it to the Toshiba servers as part of the process of obtaining updates.

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station Acceptance screen

Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline.

The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement.

NOTE

Utilities

TOSHIBA Service Station

The main screen of this application includes the following areas:

❖ Header—This section runs along the top of the screen and

contains basic information about your system, such as the

version of the OS, the device part number, and serial number.

❖ Buttons—Buttons are displayed on the screen. Depending on

the actions you have available, the buttons will vary.

❖ Information—The main part of the screen displays

information, such as the list of available updates, or more

detailed information about each specific update.

Check for application updates

During normal operations, the TOSHIBA Service Station will periodically check for updates to your system. This is done automatically. You will be notified with the TOSHIBA Service Station icon in the Status bar when new updates become available.

You can also check for updates manually. Touch the Check for Updates button. The application will refresh the list of available updates.

Connect the USB/AC adaptor before updating.

Downloading updates

Toshiba strongly recommends that you back up your data and settings before downloading updates.

Touch the TOSHIBA Service Station ( ) icon in the Status bar when an update becomes available to display additional information about that item. To download the update, touch the Download button. The update begins to download and displays a progress indicator in the Notification bar.

Touch the Home () button to allow the download to continue while you use your tablet. A notification of download completion appears in the Status bar.

To discontinue the download process, touch the Back ( ) button.

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility

Installing updates

Once an update has been successfully downloaded, it can be installed.

1 Touch the Download completion notice on the Status bar. 2 Touch the Install button.

The application installer launches.

3 Confirm the installation to continue.

Downloading and installing System updates

TOSHIBA Service Station downloads both application and system updates. System updates require the device to be rebooted during the update process.

Installing a system update is similar to an application update, however you will be reminded that the device will automatically reboot during the update process. Make sure to close any applications and save all data prior to installing a system update.

Do not interrupt or turn off your tablet during a system update once it has begun. Data loss may occur.

Utilities

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility

Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card.

1 Insert a Micro SD™ Card into the Micro SD™ Card slot on

your tablet. For more information, see “Using a Micro SD™

Card” on page 87.

2 Touch the Apps () icon.

Files

Path

Controls

Devices

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TOSHIBA File Manager Utility

3 Touch the File Manager ( ) icon.

The TOSHIBA File Manager screen appears.

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager screen

4 Make sure Internal Storage ( ) is selected at the top left of

the screen.

5 Touch and hold a file or folder to enter selecting mode. Then

touch the files/folders you wish to back up, or touch Select All

from the selected items count drop-down menu located at the

top left corner of the screen.

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items count menu

The specific file or folder you have selected will highlight with

a red checkbox in the upper right hand corner to signify that it

has been selected for manipulation. All the other files and

folders on the screen will also now have a checkmark in the

upper right hand corner however they will remain grayed-out

until specifically selected.

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager - files checked

At this time you can touch individual files and folders with the

grayed-out checkmarks to select them.

6 Touch the Copy button ( ) in the action bar located at the top

right corner of the screen.

7 Touch the Micro SD Card ( ) icon from the device icons on

the left of the screen to select the Micro SD™ card. Touching the Micro SD ( ) icon displays the file/folder

content on the Micro SD™ Card.

8 Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then

touch the Paste icon ( ) in the action bar located at the top right corner of the screen.

The files are copied to the Micro SD™ Card.

File browsing screen

The available options in the File browsing screen are:

❖ Device—Internal storage and Micro SD™ Card are displayed. ❖ Path—The device name is displayed on the left side of the

screen, and the relative path is displayed on the right.

❖ File—Files/folders are listed in multi-columns with thumbnails

showing the file information, such as name, modified date/time, etc. The selected files/folders are tagged in red.

❖ Action bar—You can create folders, change views and

manipulate files from this menu bar.

Utilities

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility

Operation of files/folders

Touch and hold a file or folder to select it. This will change the action bar at the top of the screen to provide the options you can use for file or folder manipulation.

The available options are:

Icon Name Description

Cut Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the

Cut icon the copy the file to the “virtual clipboard” and remove it from its current location.

Copy Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the

Copy icon to copy the item to the “virtual clipboard”. Later you can use the “Paste” option to paste the item to the destination location of your choosing.

Icon Name Description

Utilities

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility

Delete Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the

Delete icon to permanently delete the item from the location it is currently in. The system will prompt you to make sure this is what you want to do.

Change View This option allows the user to change the view from one

in which items are shown in three columns and as many rows as needed to a single column list view.

Menu This option provides additional menu options based

upon where you are in the process. As an example if have not yet selected any items the options are; Device Information, About and Help. If you have selected items the options become; Rename, Add to shortcut, Information and Help.

Rename files/folders

To rename a file/folder:

1 Touch and hold a file or folder to enter selecting mode. 2 Touch the Menu ( ) icon. 3 Select Rename from the drop-down menu. 4 Type in the new name for the folder and touch OK.

Create folders

To create a new folder:

1 Choose the desired top directory in the File browsing screen. 2 Touch the Create Folder ().

A pop-up window appears.

3 Create a new folder name. 4 Touch OK to continue.

Utilities

NOTE

TOSHIBA Adaptive display

Storage structure

The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen:

Icon Name Description

Internal storage Displays the file content of the device’s internal storage,

(excluding system files).

Micro SD™ Card Displays the file content of the Micro SD™ Card that is

inserted into the Micro SD™ Card slot.

Screen Capture Displays the file content of the screen captured images.

To perform a screen capture, press the Power and Volume down button simultaneously for a few seconds.

TOSHIBA Adaptive display

The Toshiba Adaptive display provides an enhanced visual experience in varying locations and conditions. It automatically adjusts the display brightness and gamma based on ambient light. It also automatically adjusts locally stored pictures and video content for optimal viewing.

Chapter 6

If Something Goes Wrong

Some problems you may encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve.

This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter.

If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter.

Problems when you turn on the device

These problems may occur when you turn on the power.

The device will not start.

Make sure you attached the USB/AC adaptor and power/docking connector cord properly.

If you are using the USB/AC adaptor, check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.

Verify that the device is on by looking at the ON/OFF indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the device is on. Also, try turning the device off and then on.

The device starts but when you touch an icon nothing happens.

Your device may have an application or resource conflict. Try shutting down and restarting.

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Toshiba Excite 7.7 User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other icons used

Your device’s features and specifications

Other documentation

Service options

Precautions

File management tips

Toshiba’s online resources

Getting Started

Features and components

Front

Back

Left side

Right side

Bottom

Connecting to a power source

Battery Notice

Charging the battery

Taking care of your battery

Safety precautions

Optimizing battery life

Maintaining your battery

Disposing of your device

Using the device for the first time

Turning on the power

Setting up your device

Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection

Setting the date and time

Make it Google™

Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections

Registering your Toshiba device

Backing up your data

Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager

Backing up data using your Google™ Account

Navigation and features

Restoring your data using your Google™ Account

Home screen

Touch screen navigation

Navigating the Home screen

System bar

Securing your tablet

Customizing your Home screens

Adding an item to a Home screen

Moving an item from the Home screen

Removing an item from a Home screen

Creating, naming, and removing folders

Creating a folder

Name/rename a created folder

Removing a folder

Changing the wallpaper

Turning off the device

Options for turning off the device

Using Shut down mode

Using Sleep mode

Syncing and managing your accounts

Add an account

Remove an account

Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude

Managing downloads

Factory data reset

Caring for your device

Cleaning the device

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Apps and Settings menus

Accessing the Apps and Settings menus

Access Settings from the Quick Settings menu

Wireless and networks settings

Sound settings

Display settings

Location services settings

Security settings

Apps settings