Toshiba Excite Combo User's Guide

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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.

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.

ACCORDINGLY,

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”

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.

NOTE

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.

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

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

) certification as defined by the

Bluetooth

radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use

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

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.

and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same

Bluetooth®

and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you

Bluetooth

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.

Tur n W i - F i®, Bluetooth®, and Wireless WAN Functionalities off for Cardiac Pacemakers

❖ Turn Wi - Fi

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 functionally.

Bluetooth

, and Wireless WAN

Bluetooth

or Wireless WAN

Regulatory Information

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

Canada—Industry Canada (IC)

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. 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 colocated 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.

Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.

Veuillez noter que les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.

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

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations

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, au-dessus 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.

2454 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.

not 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

with Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖

❖ Logo certification with

modules are designed to be interoperable with any product

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Bluetooth

defined by The

wireless technology that is based on Frequency

Specification as defined and approved by The

Special Interest Group.

Bluetooth

wireless technology as

Special Interest Group.

Bluetooth

modules enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable devices. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use a LAN devices,

Bluetooth

errors. If you detect certain interference while you use a

module close to 2.4 GHz Wireless

transmissions might slow down or cause

Bluetooth

device, 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

radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use

and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same

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

Bluetooth

your

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

devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with is much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.

Because products with the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes 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 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

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 device with wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.

wireless technology, like other radio

Bluetooth

wireless technology however

wireless technology operate within

Bluetooth

wireless technology is

Bluetooth

wireless technology on

wireless

Bluetooth

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the

below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the

Bluetooth

module shall be used in such a manner that the

Bluetooth

module is far

potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

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, Excite, PixelPure, TruNote, and TruPen 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.

U.S. patents apply to this product. See http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks and DTS Premium Voice Pro is a trademark of DTS, Inc. ©DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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

Secure Digital, SD, and microSD are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United States, other countries or both.

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-tolandfill 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 MPEG4 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.......................................................18

This guide ............................................................ 19

Safety icons ......................................................... 19

Other icons used............................................ 20

Your device’s features and specifications ..... 20

Other documentation........................................... 20

Service options .................................................... 21

Precautions .................................................... 21

File management tips........................................... 22

Toshiba’s online resources .................................. 22

Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................23

Features and components................................... 23

Front............................................................... 24

Back............................................................... 24

Left side ......................................................... 25

Right side ....................................................... 25

Top................................................................. 26

Bottom ........................................................... 26

Connecting to a power source ............................ 26

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

Charging the battery ............................................ 28

Contents

Taking care of your battery.................................. 29

Safety precautions ......................................... 29

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

Maintaining your battery ................................ 30

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

Using the device for the first time........................ 31

Turning on the power .................................... 31

Setting up your device ................................... 32

Setting up your Wi-Fi

Got Google™? ............................................... 33

Make it Google™ ........................................... 34

Google™ & Location...................................... 35

Setting the date and time............................... 38

Waking the tablet ........................................... 40

Setting up Wi-Fi

connections ............................................. 41

Registering your Toshiba device ......................... 42

Backing up your data........................................... 42

Backing up data using TOSHIBA File

Manager ................................................... 42

Backing up data using your Google™

Account.................................................... 42

Restoring your data using your Google™

Account.................................................... 43

Navigation and features....................................... 44

Home screen.................................................. 45

Touch screen navigation................................ 46

Navigating the Home screen.......................... 47

System bar..................................................... 47

Securing your tablet....................................... 50

Customizing your Home screens......................... 53

Adding an item to a Home screen ................. 53

Moving an item from the Home screen.......... 53

Removing an item from a Home screen ........ 53

Creating, naming, and removing folders........ 54

Changing the wallpaper ................................. 55

connection................. 33

and Bluetooth®

Contents

Turning off the device .......................................... 56

Options for turning off the device .................. 56

Using Shut down mode ................................. 57

Using Sleep mode.......................................... 58

Managing your accounts ..................................... 58

Add an account.............................................. 59

Remove an account ....................................... 59

Navigation, Maps, and Local ............................... 61

Managing downloads........................................... 61

Factory data reset................................................ 62

Caring for your device.......................................... 63

Cleaning the device ....................................... 63

Chapter 2: Settings.................................................64

Customizing your device’s settings..................... 64

Apps and Settings menus.............................. 64

Wireless and networks settings ..................... 69

Sound settings............................................... 70

Display settings.............................................. 71

Location access settings ............................... 72

Security settings ............................................ 73

Apps settings ................................................. 74

Users.............................................................. 75

Accounts settings .......................................... 77

Backup & reset settings................................. 78

Storage settings............................................. 80

Language & input settings ............................. 80

Accessibility settings...................................... 81

Date & time settings....................................... 82

About tablet .................................................. 83

Chapter 3: Working with Apps ................................86

Downloading Toshiba Apps................................. 86

TOSHIBA Media Player.................................. 86

Apps..................................................................... 87

Downloading from Google Play™ Store........ 87

Preinstalled Apps on your tablet.................... 88

Uninstalling Apps on your tablet.................... 88

Contents

Chapter 4: Exploring the Features on your Device .... 89

Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write

tablet .............................................................. 89

Included TruPen™ and accessories .............. 89

Getting to know your TruPen™ ..................... 90

Navigating apps and settings ........................ 90

Configuring the TruPen™ side button

settings..................................................... 91

TruNote™ application.......................................... 92

Desktop.......................................................... 93

TruNote™ Desktop menu .............................. 94

Drawer............................................................ 95

Note/Page Preview ........................................ 95

Note/Page Menu............................................ 96

TruNote™ Pen Settings ....................................... 97

Changing pen strokes and colors.................. 97

TruNote™ Memo Gallery ............................... 99

Edit/Mark-up a TruNote™ Memo Gallery

Screen Capture ...................................... 100

Using the onscreen keyboard............................ 101

Type to enter text......................................... 101

Speak to enter text ...................................... 103

Using the built-in speakers ................................ 104

Using external speakers or headphones ........... 104

Recording sounds........................................ 105

Using the camera............................................... 105

Using a microSD™ Card ................................... 105

Inserting memory media .............................. 105

Removing memory media............................ 106

Adding optional external devices....................... 107

Using an external keyboard ......................... 107

Using an external mouse ............................. 107

Using external devices................................. 108

Chapter 5: Utilities................................................ 109

TOSHIBA Service Station .................................. 110

Check for application updates..................... 112

Downloading updates.................................. 112

Installing updates......................................... 112

Contents

Downloading and installing System

updates .................................................. 113

TOSHIBA File Manager Utility............................ 113

File browsing screen .................................... 115

Operation of files/folders.............................. 115

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong...................118

Problems when you turn on the device ............. 118

The operating system is not working................. 119

Internet problems............................................... 119

Power and the batteries..................................... 120

Display problems ............................................... 120

Sound system problems.................................... 121

Wireless networking problems........................... 121

If you need further assistance............................ 122

Before you contact Toshiba......................... 122

Contacting Toshiba...................................... 123

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...................... 123

Toshiba’s worldwide offices .............................. 123

Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors........125

Glossary..........................................................126

Index ...............................................................137

Introduction

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.

NOTE

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.

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™ 4.2, Jelly Bean. 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

information.

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

Introduction

This guide

NOTE

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.

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 118.

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.

Introduction

Service options

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.

Introduction

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 42 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 123.

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.

PixelPure™ Display

Camera

Camera*

SpeakerSpeaker

*Available on certain models

Front

Getting Started

Features and components

Back

(Sample Illustration) Front view

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

settings) or record videos. For more information, see

“Using the camera” on page 105.

(Sample Illustration) Back view

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

settings) or record videos. For more information, see

“Using the camera” on page 105.

❖

Speakers—Allow you to listen to sounds on your

device. For more information, see “Using the built-in

speakers” on page 104.

Left side

Headphone/Microphone jack

Micro HDMI® port

Volume control button

microSD™ slot

Speaker

Micro USB port

DC-In port

Speaker

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Features and components

(Sample Illustration) Left side view

❖ Headphone/Microphone—Allows you to listen to or

❖

Right side

record sounds onto your device. For more information, see “Using external speakers or headphones” on

page 104.

Volume control button—Allows you to

increase/decrease the volume.

microSD™ slot—Supports the use of Micro Secure

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

a microSD™ Card” on page 105.

Micro HDMI® port—Allows connection to an

HDMI

-compatible television or external display device.

Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data. DC-In port—Allows to connect AC power to the device. Speaker—Allows you to listen to sounds on your

device.

(Sample Illustration) Right side view

❖ Speaker—Allows you to listen to sounds on your

device.

Internal microphone

Power button

Internal microphone

Top

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Connecting to a power source

(Sample Illustration) Top view

❖ Internal microphones—Allows you to record sounds

using the computer’s internal microphones or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers.

❖

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 56.

Bottom

(Sample Illustration) Bottom view

Connecting to a power source

Your device requires power to operate. Use the Power cable/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.

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Battery Notice

Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible 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:

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.

1 Plug the power cable into the DC-IN on the device.

NOTE

2 Connect the AC adaptor to a live electrical outlet.

Do not force the plug into the device.

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.

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Charging the battery

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.

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 AC adaptor. See “Connecting to a power source”

on page 26.

To charge the device plug it into a power source.

NOTE

Wall Outlet—The fastest way to charge your tablet is with

the included AC adaptor plugged into a wall outlet.

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.

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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 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

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.

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 t ur n off W i- Fi

them, touch the

networks

more information, see “Wireless and networks settings”

on page 69 and “Location access settings” on page 72.

❖ Turn down the screen brightness and set a shorter

screen time-out. For more information, see “Display

settings” on page 71.

. Turn Wi-Fi® and/or

Bluetooth

Settings ( ) icon under Wireless &

when you are not using

Bluetooth

ON/OFF. For

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Disposing of your device

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

Gmail™, Calendar, Contact, etc. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page 77.

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

some time, switch to Airplane mode. For more information, see “Wireless and networks settings” on

page 69.

To check the battery charge level:

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “About tablet” menu appears.

3 Touch

The battery status (charging or not charging) and level (as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed.

Settings () icon.

About tablet () icon.

Status.

network for

NOTE

For more details on your battery use, touch Battery.

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

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/

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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 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.

(Sample Illustration) Turning on the power

Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your device. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the device, the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology.

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Using the device for the first time

Setting up your device

NOTE

1 Connect to a power source using the provided AC

2 To turn on your device, press and hold the

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

Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® network and a Google™ Account before setting up your device to take full advantage of your device’s features.

adaptor.

Power ()

button for several seconds. Your setup process begins.

(Sample Image) Welcome screen

3 Select the language you want, and then touch Start to

continue. Your tablet begins the activation process.

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Using the device for the first time

Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection

After choosing your language, the “Select Wi-Fi” screen appears, displaying all available Wi-Fi

networks.

(Sample Image) Select Wi-Fi screen

1 Touch the Wi-Fi® network you want to use and enter the

key or password.

2 Touch

Got Google™?

A Google Account is required to access many of the powered by Android™ features, including Gmail™, backing up your data, etc.

The “Got Google?” screen appears displaying two options,

Yes or No.

Connect.

(Sample Image) Got Google? screen

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Using the device for the first time

❖ Yes—Sign in with an existing Google account and

then follow the on screen instructions.

(Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen

❖ No—Select if you do not have an existing Google

account.

Make it Google™

If you touched No, the “Make it Google” screen appears with two options:

❖

Get an Account—Touch if you do not already have a

Google account and would like to create a new account. Follow the onscreen instructions.

❖

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

can sign into a Google Account later in

Accounts.

Settings, under

(Sample Image) Make it Google screen

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Using the device for the first time

NOTE

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 42.

Google™ & Location

The “Use Google location” screen appears displaying two options:

❖ Use Wi-Fi location ❖ Let Google apps access your location

Select/deselect the check boxes to activate/deactivate

the options.

NOTE

You can change these at a later time via the Settings menu.

(Sample Image) Google & Location screen

1 Touch the right Arrow key to continue.

The “This tablet belongs to...” screen appears.

❖ Enter your first and last names, or

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Using the device for the first time

❖ Just touch the right Arrow key to continue

(Sample Image) This tablet belongs to... screen

2 The Google services screen appears.

(Sample Image) Google services screen

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Using the device for the first time

3 Touch the right Arrow key to continue.

The “Setup complete” screen appears.

(Sample Image) Setup complete screen

4 Touch Finish to complete the setup process.

NOTE

If the screen times-out:

1 Press the

2 Touch and hold the

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

Power button.

The lock screen appears, unless you have previously

disabled it.

Lock icon and drag it to the edge of

the large circle surrounding it.

The last screen viewed appears.

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Using the device for the first time

Setting the date and time

The “Date & time” screen appears.

NOTE

(Sample Image) Date & time screen

1 Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and

2 Touch the right

NOTE

If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears.

time.

Arrow key to continue.

This may take several minutes. 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

The “This tablet belongs to…” screen appears.

(Sample Image) This tablet belongs to… screen

There are two options in the “This tablet belongs to…” screen:

❖ Enter your information into the

fields, and then touch the right

❖ Touch the right

the information).

The “Google Services” screen appears.

Arrow key to continue (without entering

First and Last name

Arrow key.

(Sample Image) Google Services screen

Read the information carefully, and then touch the right

Arrow key to continue.

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Using the device for the first time

The “Setup complete” screen appears. Touch Finish to continue to the main Home screen.

(Sample Image) Setup complete screen

NOTE

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.

Waking the tablet

If the screen times-out:

1 Press the

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

Power button.

(Sample Image) Lock screen

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Using the device for the first time

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 and then select the Wi-Fi

( ) icon, if not previously turned on.

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

Wi-Fi ( ) icon appears in the System bar.

4 Touch the

To connect to secure/locked networks, you will be

prompted to enter the appropriate credentials.

network you want to connect to.

Back ( ) icon to try a different network.

NOTE

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.

If you use third-party applications on this device, any information those applications collect (including locationbased 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 and then Bluetooth (switch

to ON to enable it).

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

Pair.

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Registering your Toshiba device

NOTE

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 ( ) icon. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty.

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

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 microSD™ Card (see “Using a microSD™ Card” on page 105), or to a network (see “Backing up data using your Google™

Account” on page 42), 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 78. If you need to replace

your device, your data can be restored to your new one.

Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager

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

File Manager Utility” on page 113.

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 34.

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Backing up your data

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

Touch the right Arrow key to continue. The data that is backed up may include the following:

❖ You r W i -F i

tablet settings

❖ Many Google application settings, such as your Browser

bookmarks

❖ The apps you download from Google Play™ Store

networks and passwords, user data, and

Google™ search bar

Home screens

Back

Status icons

Time

System

Voice recognition

bar

Apps icon

Notifications

Clock

Home

Recent apps

Widget

Memo Gallery button

Settings

for TruNote™

Tr uN ot e™

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Navigation and features

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

Icon Name Description

(Sample Image) Home screen

Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen.

Apps icon Touch to display the system apps.

TruNote™ icon

Settings icon Touch to open the Settings menu.

Touch to launch the TruNote™ application.

Back button Touch to return to the previously viewed

screen.

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Navigation and features

Icon Name Description

Home button Touch to return to the Home screen.

Recent Apps button

Time display Located in the System bar to the left of

Battery status icon

Voice recognition button

Google™ search bar

Memo Gallery button

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 Central 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 central Home screen.

Touch to view the most recently view apps.

the Status icons.

Located in the System bar. Displays the status of the battery charge.

Touch to perform a voice-enabled search.

Touch to perform a search using the keyboard.

Touch to create a TruNote™ Memo Gallery screen capture.

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.

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Navigation and features

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 53.

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.

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.

Touch —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 53.

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.

Navigation and features

Double-tap—Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example,

double-tap 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 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 Auto-rotate screen option through the Quick Settings menu, see “Accessing the

Notifications menu” on page 84. This allows you to lock the

screen to the currently viewed screen orientation.

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 53.

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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 button, icons. Also displayed in the far upper-right of the screen are 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.

Back ( ) button, Home ()

Recent Apps ( ) button, and the Notification

Status icons

Time

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Navigation and features

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.

At the far upper-left you will find the icon.

Also available at the bottom of the screen is the and

Settings ( ) button.

Screen capture ()

Apps ( ),

Status icons

Status icons are located on the far upper-right of the screen. 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 50.

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 connection.

Notification icons appear in the center of the System bar, 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.

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Navigation and features

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.

Opening a notification

1 Touch and swipe down the System bar on the upper-left

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

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Navigation and features

❖ 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 see “Waking the tablet” on page 40. 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 access

settings” on page 72.

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

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

( ) icon in the Apps screen or on a Home screen.

2 Touch the

Tim e ( ) display in the System bar, touch

Security () icon.

Lock ( ) icon to unlock the screen,

Settings

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Navigation and features

3 Touch Screen Lock. 4 Touch

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 or to the right to unlock the system.

Slide, Pattern, PIN, or Password.

(Sample Image) Unlocked 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 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.

PIN or Password, you are prompted to set a

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Navigation and features

❖ 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 78 and “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 118).

1 Before starting the encryption process on your tablet,

you must:

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

your tablet” on page 50).

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

process.

2 Touch the

then Read the information on the Encrypt Tablet screen

carefully. If you change your mind touch the

exit the encryption process.

3 Touch the 4 Enter your lock screen PIN or password and touch

Continue.

5 Touch the

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.

Settings ( ) icon, Security ( ) icon, and

Encrypt tablet.

Back ( ) button to

Encrypt tablet button.

Encrypt tablet button again, to confirm you

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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 44.

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 44.

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.

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 3 Lift your finger when the icon turns red.

NOTE

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 53.

Remove button.

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Customizing your Home screens

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).

Touch , hold, and drag the second app to the first app.

(Sample Image) Dragging an app to create a folder

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 Touch and hold the folder you want to name/rename.

(Sample Image) Naming a folder

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Customizing your Home screens

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

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.

Touch , hold, and drag all apps from the folder (on the

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

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

3 Touch the wallpaper you want. The selected wallpaper is

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 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.

set as the background image on your display screen.

Getting Started

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.

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.

NOTE

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

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.

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 71.

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

A pop-up screen appears, displaying three selections.

Getting Started

Turning off the device

Power button.

(Sample Image) Shut down pop-up screen

2 In the pop-up window, touch Power off.

A pop-up screen appears, asking you to confirm the

shut down.

(Sample Image) Shut down pop-up confirmation screen

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

down the tablet.

The operating system shuts down and the tablet turns

off.

4 Touch

Cancel to abort the shut down process.

Getting Started

Managing your accounts

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 40. To change the amount of time it takes for the display to darken, touch the

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

NOTE

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

Factors to consider when choosing Sleep mode:

❖ While in Sleep mode, the device uses some battery

❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory,

❖ Waking your device from Sleep mode takes less time

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

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

on page 71.

power.

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

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

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.

Managing your accounts

Using the Accounts 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.

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

settings” on page 77.

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Scroll down to the

The “Accounts” menu appears displaying a list of the

current accounts.

Getting Started

Managing your accounts

Settings () icon.

Accounts setting.

(Sample Image) Accounts screen

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

account information.

5 Configure the account settings. For more information,

see “Accounts settings” on page 77.

The account is added to the list in the Accounts settings.

Remove an account

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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

Settings () icon.

Getting Started

Managing your accounts

2 Scroll down to the Accounts setting.

The “Accounts” menu, appears, displaying a list of the

current accounts.

3 Touch the account you wish to delete. 4 Touch the

Menu ( ) icon in the upper-right corner.

(Sample Image) Removing an account

5 Touch Remove account from the dialog box to

continue.

The “Remove account?” confirmation screen appears.

(Sample Image) Removing an account confirmation

6 Touch Remove account to continue.

The account and the associated information is removed

from the Accounts settings.

Getting Started

Navigation, Maps, and Local

To access Navigation, Maps, and Local:

1 Touch the

The “Apps” menu appears.

2 Touch the

Local () icon.

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.

Local: Quickly find local establishments, such as

restaurants, banks, or gas stations, using the free Google Places application.

To learn more, visit the Google Help Center.

Apps () icon.

Navigation ( ) icon, Maps ( ) icon, or the

Managing downloads

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.

To access downloads:

1 Touch the 2 Touch

The “Downloads” menu appears.

3 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 top right of the screen.

Apps () icon.

Downloads.

Sort by size menu option on the

Getting Started

Factory data reset

To uninstall items:

1 Select the item(s) you wish to delete. 2 Touch the

To share items:

1 Select the item(s) you wish to share. 2 Touch the

Delete () icon.

Share () icon.

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 out-of-box state. Be sure to save your data to external media before executing the recovery), see

“Backing up your data” on page 42.)

Before restoring the device to the out of box state, back up all data to external media. You can use your Google™ account to back up all data and apps settings.

To perform this process:

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Backup & reset” menu appears.

3 Touch 4 Touch 5 Touch

The Factory data reset process begins.

Settings () icon.

Backup & reset () icon.

Factory data reset. Reset tablet. Erase everything.

NOTE

This process could take several minutes. For more information, see “Setting up your device” on page 32.

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 29.

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.

Getting Started

Caring for your device

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.

Chrome Touch to open and view Google™

Chrome Web browser.

Gmail™ Touch to access your Gmail email

account.

Maps Touch to open the Maps app, see

“Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61.

Play Store Touch to open Google Play™ Store to

view and download available apps for your tablet.

Icon Name Description

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Navigation Touch to open the Navigation app, see

“Navigation, Maps, and Local” on page 61.

Gallery Touch to view the photos/videos you

have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see

“Using the camera” on page 105.

Calendar Touch to view your Calendar.

People Touch to view your Contacts.

Calculator Touch to open the Calculator application.

Downloads Touch to view the Downloads

application, see “Managing downloads”

on page 61.

Media Player Touch to open the multimedia player, see

“TOSHIBA Media Player” on page 86.

Play Books Touch to view the books that have been

downloaded to your tablet.

Customizing your device’s settings

To access the Settings menu:

❖ Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

Settings () icon.

Settings

(Sample Image) Settings menu screen

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

Icon Name Description

Wi-Fi

Sound Configure the Sound settings to set the

Display Configure the screen orientation or use

Storage Monitor the used and available space on

Configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi

“Wireless and networks settings” on page 69.

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

settings” on page 70.

energy saving settings, see “Display

settings” on page 71.

your tablet’s internal storage and other storage media installed on your tablet, see “Storage settings” on page 80.

, see

Icon Name Description

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Battery Displays battery status, see “Battery

Notice” on page 27.

Apps Touch to view and manage the installed

applications, see “Apps settings” on

page 74.

Accounts Add, remove, and manage all of your

accounts, and sync accounts to work together, see “Accounts settings” on

page 77.

Location access

Security Configure how you want the tablet to

Language & input

Backup & reset

Date & time Configure your preferences for the way in

Accessibility Touch to change the settings for

Touch to change the settings for location services, see “Location access settings”

on page 72.

determine your location, see “Location

access settings” on page 72.

Configure the various input methods available on your tablet, see “Language &

input settings” on page 80.

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 78.

which dates are displayed, see “Date &

time settings” on page 82.

accessibility features to activate an accessibility application, see

“Accessibility settings” on page 81.

About tablet Displays information regarding your

operating system software and hardware, see “About tablet” on page 83.

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

Bluetooth

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

1 Touch the

2 Touch the item you wish to change in the Wireless &

Below are some of the categories to choose from:

❖

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

connections” on page 41. The Wireless &

Wireless & networks settings:

Settings () icon.

The Settings menu appears.

networks menu.

Wi-Fi

—Select to turn on Wi-Fi® so you can connect to

Wi-Fi

networks. For more information, see “Setting up

Wi-Fi

and Bluetooth® connections” on page 41.

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

Menu ( ) button in this screen’s Application bar, and

then

Advanced to view the settings in the “Advanced

Advanced settings. Touch the

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

❖

Keep Wi-Fi on during Sleep—Choose from the

network becomes available.

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

Always (uses more battery power) Only when plugged in Never

Bluetooth

connect to keyboard. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi

and Bluetooth

—Select to turn on

Bluetooth

devices, such as an external

connections” on page 41.

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.

Settings

connection:

Bluetooth

so you can

, or

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ Visibility timeout—Select to make your tablet

discoverable by other period of time.

❖

Show received files—Displays a list of files

received via

Bluetooth

devices for a brief

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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Sound” menu appears.

Sound settings:

Settings () icon.

Sound () icon.

(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:

❖

Volumes—Select to open a screen containing three

sliders, used to adjust media volume, notification

sounds, and alarm sounds.

❖

Default notification—Select to open a screen

containing a list of notification sounds. Touch a

notification sound to listen to a sample of it.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ Touch sounds—Select to hear a sound while touching

the buttons, icons, and other onscreen items.

❖

Screen lock sound—Select to hear a sound when

locking or unlocking the screen.

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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Display” menu appears.

Display settings:

Settings () icon.

Display () icon.

(Sample Image) Display menu screen

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

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

NOTE

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.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ 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.

❖

Wallpaper—Select to change the wallpaper.

❖

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.

Location access settings

Use the Location access 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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Location access” menu appears.

3 Touch the item you wish to change in the Location

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

❖

GPS satellites—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.

❖

Wi-Fi & mobile network 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. Allows Google’s

Location access to collect anonymous location data.

Some data may be stored on your device. Collection

may occur even when no apps are running.

Location access settings:

Settings () icon.

Location access () icon.

Security settings

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

To change the

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Security” menu appears.

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 security, 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 50.

❖

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.

❖

Encrypt tablet—Under Encryption, 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 50.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Security settings:

Settings () icon.

Security () icon.

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.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ 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.

❖

Clear credentials—Under Credential storage, select to

delete all secure certificates and related credentials. You will be prompted to also confirm deletion of the credential storage password.

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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

Apps settings:

Settings () icon.

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the Apps () icon.

The “Apps” menu appears.

Settings

Users

(Sample Image) Apps 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 on your tablet.

You can share this device by adding additional users, allowing the ability to create unique personal settings for each. Each user has their own space and can customize it with their own apps, wallpaper, etc.

To add a new user:

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

Settings () icon.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the Users () icon.

The “Users” menu appears.

(Sample Image) Users menu screen

3 Touch Add user.

The “Add new user” dialog box appears.

(Sample Image) Add new user dialog box

4 Touch OK.

The “Set up user now?” dialog box appears.

(Sample Image) Set up user now dialog box

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

5 Touch Set up now to continue. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions.

After the new user has been added, he/she will need to go through a setup process. See “Setting up your device” on

page 32.

NOTE

Any user can accept updated app permissions on behalf of all other users.

Accounts settings

You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts settings. For more information, see “Managing your accounts” on page 58. 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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Scroll down to the

The “Accounts” menu appears.

Accounts settings:

Settings () icon.

Accounts setting.

(Sample Image) Accounts menu screen

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

3 Touch the item you want to change in the Accounts

menu.

Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

❖

Calendar—Touch to sync your calendar with your

device.

❖

Contacts—Touch to sync your contacts with your

device.

❖

Gmail—Touch to sync your Gmail with your device.

While an account is selected, you can touch the 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 42.

To change the

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Backup & reset” menu appears.

Backup & reset settings:

Settings () icon.

Backup & reset () icon.

Menu ()

(Sample Image) Backup & reset menu screen

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

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 (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.

passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google

NOTE

❖

NOTE

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.

Backup account—Displays the Google Account used

to back up your settings and data. Sign in to this

account to restore your settings and data to a new tablet

or other device.

Automatic restore—Select this option to restore the

associated settings and data when reinstalling an

application.

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

box state, see “Factory data reset” on page 62.

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 42.)

Any system updates already installed are retained on your device.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Storage settings

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

To change the

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

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.

Storage settings:

Settings () icon.

Storage () icon.

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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Language & input” menu appears.

Language & input settings:

Settings () icon.

Language & input () icon.

(Sample Image) Language & input menu screen

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

input menu.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

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.

❖

Spell checker—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

Plus button at the top right of the Application bar to add

X next to a word to delete it. Touch the

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. One of the available options is:

❖

Block offensive words—Select to have your

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

Accessibility settings

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

To change the

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

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:

❖

TalkBa c 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.

Accessibility settings:

Settings () icon.

Accessibility () icon.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

❖ 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

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

The “Date & time” menu appears.

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

menu.

Date & time settings:

Settings () icon.

Date & time () icon.

(Sample Image) Date & time menu 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—Select to set the time zone manually.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

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

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

❖

Choose 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 the

1 Touch the

The “Settings” menu appears.

2 Touch the

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.

About tablet information:

Settings () icon.

About tablet () icon.

Settings

Customizing your device’s settings

Accessing the Notifications menu

You can open the Notifications menu to view pending activity on your tablet.

1 Touch and swipe down from the upper-left corner of the

screen in the System bar.

The “Notifications” menu displays.

(Sample Image) Notifications menu screen

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

Notifications menu.

Accessing 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 and swipe down from the upper-right corner of

the screen in the System bar.

The “Quick Settings” menu displays.

(Sample Image) Quick Settings menu screen

Customizing your device’s settings

2 Touch the icon that corresponds to the setting you wish

to change, and then select the setting you wish to change it to.

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

Quick Settings menu.

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

Icon Name Description

Settings

Airplane mode

Wi-Fi

Auto-rotate Touch to lock/unlock auto rotation. When

Brightness Touch to adjust the screen brightness,

Settings Touch to select the tablet setting you

Touch to turn ON/OFF Airplane mode.

Touch to view the current Wi-Fi® connections, see “Wireless and networks

settings” on page 69.

unlocked, the screen automatically changes orientation to match the orientation of the device.

see “Display settings” on page 71.

wish to change, see “Apps and Settings

menus” on page 64.

Chapter 3

Working with Apps

Downloading Toshiba Apps

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

NOTE

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.

NOTE

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

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 i a 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.

Working with Apps

Apps

Preinstalled Apps on your tablet

Google Play™ Store, Gmail™, Maps, and YouTube™ apps are preinstalled on your tablet and the shortcuts for them may 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 53.

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 2 Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you

want to delete, and then drag it to

3 Confirm the deletion.

Apps () icon.

Uninstall.

NOTE

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

Chapter 4

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet

The TruPen™ allows you to control your device as you would with gestures and allows you to write text or draw on the display, as you would with pen on paper.

Included TruPen™ and accessories

Your TruPen™ comes with additional accessories. It comes with one tip removal tool and three (3) additional tips, located inside the box with your Excite

(Sample Image) TruPen™ tip removal tool (Do not discard.)

Write tablet.

Side button

Pen tip

Eraser

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet

Getting to know your TruPen™

Your TruPen™ has 3 functions

(Sample Image) TruPen™

Pen tip is used to write on your Excite

screen.

Side button is used to change pen type/color in the

TruNote™ application. This feature may need to be enabled in the TruNote™ settings. The TruPen™ must be very close to the screen for this feature to function.

Eraser in TruNote™ (may be supported in 3rd party apps).

Navigating apps and settings

When using the TruPen™ to navigate your settings and apps, your TruPen™ can be used similarly to gesture controls. The following information describes how the TruPen™ works in conjunction with tapping, pressing, and swiping.

By default you can use your TruPen™ to swipe left, right, or up and down by dragging the tip across your display. You can tap the screen to make selections.

NOTE

You can also use the eraser of the pen to perform the same function previously mentioned.

Write tablet digitizer

(Sample Image) TruPen™ and Excite® Write tablet

Exploring the Features on your Device

Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet

Tap—Firmly tap the pen on the display without pressing the

function button on the pen; a pen tap equals a finger tap.

Tap and drag—Tap and drag the pen on the display; equals

a finger tap and drag.

Swipe Left, right, up and down, or drag—Drag the tip

across your display.

Configuring the TruPen™ side button settings

1 Tap t he Tru N o t e ™ ( ) icon to launch the application. 2 Tap t he 3 Tap t he 4 Ta p 5 Enable or disable the

selecting

6 Tap t he

Desktop Menu () icon. Settings () icon.

Stylus buttons settings.

Eraser and Side button by

ON or OFF.

X button to close the Settings window.

NOTE

The settings are automatically saved after a change is made.

(Sample Image) TruNote™ Settings menu

Note Folders

Desktop

Drawer

Date

Note

Memo

Back arrow

Home

Recent Apps

Folders

Gallery

Desktop Menu icon

Exploring the Features on your Device

TruNote™ application

TruNote™ is a note taking application that allows you to create handwritten notes as well as write direct notations on web pages, photos, etc. These notes/pages can then be exported and used in other applications.

Tap th e

Tru N o t e ™ ( ) icon to launch the application.

(Sample Image) TruNote™ Desktop/Drawer

Exploring the Features on your Device

Note Folder Memo Gallery Note/Page

Desktop

The Desktop is the main screen for the TruNote™ application. You can manage all of your note folders, notes/pages, and Memo Gallery items in this view.

TruNote™ navigation

TruNote™ application

Tap

Tap & hold & drag

Swipe

Back arrow

Memo Gallery

NOTE

Be sure that the target desktop/drawer area is empty before moving a note/folder to its new location.

To select, open, or close items and menus. To select the item so that you can move it

around on the Desktop or to the Drawer. To view all folders/notes/pages. ( ) To go to the previous screen/menu. To view all images captured with the

Memo Gallery button ( ) for

Tr uN ot e ™.

(Sample Image) TruNote™ Desktop

1 Tap to open (Note Folder, Memo Gallery, or Note/Page). 2 Once opened, tap in the active note/page to begin

editing.

3 Swipe to advance through multiple notes/pages.

NOTE

Writing can only be done in portrait mode.

Desktop Menu

Exploring the Features on your Device

TruNote™ application

TruNote™ Desktop menu ( )

(Sample Image) Desktop menu screen

❖ Tap th e Desktop menu ( ) icon to open the Desktop

menu.

❖ Tap anywhere in the Desktop to close the Desktop

menu.

❖ Tap th e

application. The following are some of menu items that may be available

while in the Desktop menu:

Note List—Opens a Drawer to show notes/folders in a list

view

Add Note Folder—Creates a new note/folder Recycle bin—Opens the recycle bin Search—Opens a search window

NOTE

Settings—Opens the settings menu

❖ Back & restore

❖ Backup note

❖ Restore note ❖ Import Note ❖ Touch input mode ❖ Stylus buttons settings ❖ Memo button settings

Back arrow ( ) to close the TruNote™

If searching from the Desktop, all note folders, notes/pages, and Memo Gallery screen captures are included in the search.

Exploring the Features on your Device

Notes/Pages

Note Folder

Desktop Menu

❖ Navigation keys settings ❖ License information ❖ Help

Drawer

You can manage/store note folders and notes/pages you do not frequently use in the Drawer area.

Note/Page Preview

While in the Note/Page preview mode, you may be able to add/remove notes/pages, edit labels, and access other options.

TruNote™ application

(Sample Image) Note/Page preview menu

NOTE

The following are some of the menu items that may be available while in the Note/Page preview menu:

Desktop—Closes current Note Folder and returns to the

main Desktop screen

Page list—Displays notes/pages in Page list view

Swipe the menu left or right for more options.

Exploring the Features on your Device

TruNote™ application

Add note/page—Adds a new note/page Edit—Edits the current note/page Delete—Deletes the current note/page Label—Displays the label window to add labels to your

notes/pages

Search—Opens a search window Properties—Opens the note/page properties window

Note/Page Menu

The following are some of the menu items that may be available while in the Note/Page menu:

Note Preview—Returns to the note/page preview screen Add Page—Adds a new note/page Delete Page—Deletes the currently selected note/page Paste—Pastes content that was just copied Search—Searches through typed text or written text, as

well as drawn shapes. Type, write, or draw to search.

Pencil case—Accesses pen options, such as color, tip

style, thickness, or transparency.

Export—Opens the Export submenu

Presentation—Exports page as a presentation file

(PPTX file) that automatically opens in Microsoft

PowerPoint

Document—Exports page as a document file (DOCX

file) that automatically opens in Microsoft

PDF—Exports note/page as a pdf document

Image—Exports note/page as an image file (PNG file)

Share—Exports note/page as an image file and shares

Word

it to other apps

Text—Exports note/page as text

Exploring the Features on your Device

(3 top pens)

Select

Eraser

TruNote™ Pen Settings

Import—Opens the Import submenu

Memo Gallery—Imports captured data from the

TruNote™ Memo Gallery

Gallery—Imports an image from the device’s Gallery

Mail—Opens the default email app and converts the

note/page to text in the email message

NOTE

Swipe menu to the left or right for more options.

TruNote™ Pen Settings

Changing pen strokes and colors

Enable the Side button, see “Configuring the TruPen™ side

button settings” on page 91 on your TruPen™ in the

TruNote™ application to instantly and seamlessly change pen stroke and color. To change the pen stroke and color, perform the following steps:

1 Tap t he

application.

2 Open an existing note folder or create a new note folder. 3 Open an existing note/page or create a new note/page. 4 While in the active note/page screen, tap the

Note/Page Menu ( ) icon at the bottom-center of the

screen.

5 Tap t he

Tru N o t e ™ ( ) icon to launch the TruNote™

Pencil Case () icon.

(Sample Image) Quick pen options

Exploring the Features on your Device

TruNote™ Pen Settings

6 Select the pen type you would like to use or customize

and tap again to access the pen settings. The active pen will already be selected.

NOTE

You can also change the pen types for select options and erase pens.

(Sample Image) Pen edit options

7 Select the color, thickness, and transparency values you

want to use.

NOTE

The settings are automatically saved after a change is made.

8 Tap t he

While in edit view you have the ability to change Pen modes within an active note. In the upper portion of the Note/Page screen are some of the Quick select options that you can choose from.

Preset-pen1 (Black)—Changes the ink color to black Preset-pen2 (Red)—Changes the ink color to red Preset-pen3 (Green)—Changes the ink color to green

X button to close the Settings window.

Toshiba Excite Combo User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Your device’s features and specifications

Service options

Precautions

File management tips

Toshiba’s online resources

Features and components

Front

Back

Left side

Right side

Connecting to a power source

Bottom

Battery Notice

Charging the battery

Taking care of your battery

Safety precautions

Optimizing battery life

Disposing of your device

Maintaining your battery

Using the device for the first time

Turning on the power

Setting up your device

Setting up your Wi-Fi® connection

Got Google™?

Make it Google™

Google™ & Location

Setting the date and time

Waking the tablet

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

Restoring your data using your Google™ Account

Navigation and features

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

Changing the wallpaper

Turning off the device

Options for turning off the device

Using Shut down mode

Managing your accounts

Using Sleep mode

Add an account

Remove an account

Navigation, Maps, and Local

Managing downloads

Factory data reset

Caring for your device

Cleaning the device

Customizing your device’s settings

Apps and Settings menus

Wireless and networks settings

Sound settings

Display settings

Location access settings

Security settings

Apps settings

Users

Accounts settings

Backup & reset settings

Storage settings