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Page 1: User Guide
User Guide... - Page 2 © 2011 All Rights Reserved Acer ICONIA TAB User Guide Model: A500 (Wi-Fi only models) and A501 (Wi-Fi+3G models) First issue: 03/2011 Acer ICONIA TAB Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Online applications ..........29 Acer content folders... - Page 4 Playing music and video Multimedia playback ......... . . 35 Media server .
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Page 5: End User License Agreement
Sublicense or otherwise make the Software available to third parties, except that you may, after prior written notification to Acer, transfer the Software as a whole to a third party so long as you do not retain any copies of the Software and such third party accepts the terms of this Agreement. - Page 6 Furthermore, you may not use the Third Party Software in any manner that could interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Third Party Services, or the services and products of Acer's licensors' or suppliers' third party licensors.
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Page 7: Features And Functions
To register your Acer product, please visit mobile.acer.com. Click Product Registration and follow the simple instructions. You can also register directly from your tablet by tapping the Acer Registration icon. After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place. -
Page 8: Unpacking Your Tablet
Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer ICONIA TAB • Quick Guide • USB cable •... -
Page 9: Back View
Back view Item Description LED flash Lights to illuminate images. 5 MP camera A 5-megapixel camera for taking high- resolution images. Speakers Emits stereo audio Left and right views Item Description Power button Long press to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode;... -
Page 10: Using The Sim Card Slot (Only For Wi-Fi+3G Models)
Item Description Micro HDMI (Type D) Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D connector connector. DC-in jack Connects to the DC power supply. Micro USB connector Connects to a computer with a USB cable. (Slave) USB connector (Host) Connects USB devices to your tablet. -
Page 11: Using Your Tablet
Using your tablet Using the SIM card slot (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) Certain tablets include a SIM slot for internet access. To take full advantage of your tablet’s Internet capabilities, you should install a SIM card with data before subscription turning on your tablet. -
Page 12: Turning On For The First Time
Turning on for the first time To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button for two seconds. You will then be asked some questions before you can use your tablet. To start, tap to select your language, then tap Start. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed. -
Page 13: Using The Touchscreen
any services. Your tablet will lock automatically if it is not used after a while. To change the delay, tap Apps > Settings > Screen > Timeout. Waking your tablet If the screen is off and the tablet does not react to any taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. -
Page 14: The Home Screen
The Home screen When you start your tablet, or wake it from power saving, it will display the Home screen. This screen gives you quick access to information and simple controls with widgets or shortcuts. These display information such as the time and favorite bookmarks, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. - Page 15 Home Tap this icon to go directly to the Home screen. Recent Tap this icon to see recently opened applications. Tap an application to open it, or tap anywhere on the screen to return to the Home screen. Settings This icon is displayed in some applications. Tap this icon to open a list of options.
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Page 16: Status And Notification Area
The application menu The application menu displays applications installed on your tablet. Two categories are available All and My apps. All displays all applications that are installed on your tablet; My apps displays applications that you have installed from the Android Market. Note: All images are for reference only. -
Page 17: Status And Notification Icons
Tap the status icons to view more status information and a summary of events. Tap the status area again to view more controls. While viewing a notification, tap the summary to see more information, if available. Some event summaries include controls, such as media controls if music is playing. Status and notification icons Connection and batterystatus icons Note: Network connection icons are blue if you have an active Google... - Page 18 Notification icons Icon Description Icon Description Alarm is set Speaker is silenced New Gmail message Tablet microphone is off New Google Talk message GPS is on Upcoming event Receiving location data from Song is playing More status notifications SD card or USB storage is full Syncing data Tablet is connected to PC via Sync is on...
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Page 19: Personalizing The Home Screen
Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper. Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets To add shortcuts or widgets open the Add to Home screen: tap the plus sign next to Apps in the top-right corner of the Home screen. -
Page 20: The Onscreen Keyboard
Adding shortcuts from the Application menu You can add shortcuts to the Home screen directly from the application menu. Open the Application menu then tap and hold an icon until an image of the Home screens appears. Drag the icon to a Home screen to create a shortcut. The onscreen keyboard When you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. -
Page 21: Xt9 Text Input
settings. These settings include Auto-correction and keyboard sounds and vibration. Predictive text or auto correction The Android keyboard can provide predictive text input. As you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed that continue the sequence of letters tapped, or are a close match allowing for errors. -
Page 22: Editing Text
listing the text input methods available on your tablet. Tap the settings icon next to the XT9 Text Input entry. Function Description Languages and Set the languages that will be available. settings If you have selected more than one language, tap the globe in the text prediction bar to cycle through the languages. - Page 23 The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection. 2. Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap Select all. 3. To cut or copy the text, tap the Cut or Copy button. Editing text...
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Page 24: Connecting Devices To Your Tablet
Take care when removing the card, the slot is spring-loaded. Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device Download and install the latest USB driver on your computer before connecting your tablet to the computer. Visit www.acer.com/worldwide/support/ download.htm for the latest driver. -
Page 25: Connecting A Usb Device To Your Tablet
This allows you to transfer your personal data to, or from, your PC, using your PC’s file explorer. Plug the micro USB connector to your tablet, and plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on your PC. After a short delay, your tablet's internal memory will be visible as an external drive in your PC’s file explorer. -
Page 26: Connecting To A Television With Hdmi
Tap Find nearby devices to scan for available devices. Note: Please check for updates to the tablet's software that may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. Visit www.acer.com/support. Connecting to a television with HDMI Connect a micro HDMI (Type D) cable to your tablet then plug the other end of the HDMI cable into a TV or monitor with an HDMI port. -
Page 27: Going Online
Going online Managing Wi-Fi connections If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet, or want to connect to a new network, tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings to manage your connection settings. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi status icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. -
Page 28: Setting Up Gmail (Google Mail)
You may open multiple tabs. When a page is open, press the small tab with a plus sign. Simply tap one of the tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages. New tab Pinch to zoom in or out of pages. Tap and hold an item on a page to open a contextual menu. -
Page 29: Setting Up The Email Application
Your tablet provides a variety of preinstalled applications. Many of these require some form of Internet access. These applications may include: • Acer Sync: Sync your data between your tablet, your computer and the Google servers. • SocialJogger: View updates to your social networks in one location. -
Page 30: Acer Socialjogger
From the application menu, tap Acer SocialJogger to launch the program. Select Sign in to enter your account information. When you are finished press Start. - Page 31 You can browse the market by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific application. Once you have selected an application, tap the DOWNLOAD button to download and install the application. You will be told which services (contact information, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the application requires access in order to function correctly.
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Page 32: Google Talk
Using downloaded applications Once you’ve downloaded and installed an application, you may find it in the My apps or All sections of the Application menu. Certain applications also provide widgets, or only provide a widget (with no application icon). Widgets can be found in the Widget section when personalizing your Home screen. -
Page 33: Acer Content Folders
Acer content folders Your tablet includes content folders that allow you to easily organize and access your favorite applications. Choose one of the four categories on the Home screen or application menu: eReading, Games, Multimedia or Social. Tap the shortcut to open a screen containing applications from that category. - Page 34 Selecting a content folder The folder shortcuts on the home screen or Application menu give you direct access to any of the four categories. If you have opened a category, you can easily change category by swiping the screen to the left or right. Adding You can add applications to any content folder.
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Page 35: Playing Music And Video
Acer clear.fi will automatically detect devices that are connected to the network and are also running Acer clear.fi. These devices are displayed at the bottom of the screen, with your tablet as the default device on the leftmost corner. Tap any of the connected devices and then tap Photo, Video, or Music to browse media files on that connected device. - Page 36 Tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap and hold any of the connected device showing an arrow. Select Play or Save. To upload a photo to Facebook, or Flickr via Acer Photo Uploader, or to paired devices using Bluetooth, tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap Share.
- Page 37 Note: The Acer clear.fi video player only plays MP4 files. Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for other types of video. See “Updating your tablet’s operating system” on page 59. To send video files, for example, to paired devices using Bluetooth or to YouTube, tap and hold a photo thumbnail, then tap Share.
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Page 38: Media Server
nemoPlayer Open nemoPlayer from the application menu to play media you have stored on your tablet. nemoPlayer enables you to listen to music, view video clips and pictures in all the formats supported by your tablet. See “Multimedia” on page 63. Media server Your tablet can act as a digital media server using UPnP technology. -
Page 39: Managing Contacts
Managing contacts Your tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory, SIM card or your Google account. Tap Contacts from the application menu to view your contacts. If you don’t have any contacts stored on your tablet, you can sync with your Google account contacts, import contacts from a contact data file (vCard or csv) or add a new contact. -
Page 40: Editing A Contact
You may now edit the new contact entry. Editing a contact If you have opened an new or existing contact you can enter information about the contact: Simply tap on a box and type the appropriate information. Click on the arrow next to the name entry to see options, such as adding a name prefix or phonetic name. -
Page 41: Starred Contacts
Tap on an entry (such as an email address) to open the application linked to that type of entry. For example, tap an email address to open the Gmail application. To add or change information, tap the pencil icon. Tap Done to save changes, or Cancel to discard them. Starred contacts star You may quickly access your favorite contacts by adding a... -
Page 42: Using The Camera
Using the camera Your tablet features two cameras: a 5-megapixel digital camera and flash mounted on the rear and a 2-megapixel digital camera mounted on the front. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet. -
Page 43: Taking A Photo
Icon Description Zoom out You may only zoom out after you have zoomed in. Zoom in Crop and enlarge the center of the screen. When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of the final image. Take photo After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in the bottom-left corner to view the photo in the Gallery. -
Page 44: Shooting A Video
3. Zoom in or out as needed. Note: When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of the final image. 4. Tap the camera icon to take the photo. After taking a photo, tap the thumbnail in the bottom-left corner to view the photo in the Gallery. -
Page 45: Supported Formats
Note: Zoom is only available in certain resolutions. Supported formats Type Formats Image JPEG Video H.264BP Audio AAC-LC Viewing photos and videos After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved; normally to internal memory. After taking a photo or video, you can view it in the Gallery by tapping the thumbnail in the bottom-left corner of the screen. -
Page 46: Reading An Ebook Or Pdf
Reading an eBook or pdf LumiRead The LumiRead application allows you to purchase, store and read books on your tablet. Tap the LumiRead shortcut in the Application menu, or the eReading content folder, to open the LumiRead application. The bookshelves The contents of your tablet are shown on the screen as a series of bookshelves. - Page 47 Icon Item Description Sort by Change how books are organized on the bookshelves. Display Change how the books are shown. Settings Open settings to Register an Adobe ID, change the theme or edit tags. Recently read The first shelf (at the top) displays books you have recently read. This list will change to reflect your activity.
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Page 48: Opening A Book
Warning: Certain vendors may use copyright protection systems that cannot be opened by your tablet. Please check which DRM (Digital Rights Management) system is used. LumiRead supports books protected with Adobe ID. In order to read certain books, you must activate your tablet with an Adobe ID. See “Your Adobe ID”... - Page 49 To add books to your tablet’s internal memory or to a micro SD card, copy the books to the LumiBooks folder, see “Transferring files between a microSD card and your PC“ on page 24 or “Connecting to a PC as a USB storage device“ on page 24.
- Page 50 Your Adobe ID Some books available for purchase are protected with Adobe DRM (Digital Rights Management). Before you can read them, you must enter an Adobe ID to activate your tablet. Only one activation is required, as it covers all purchases. If you already have an Adobe ID, you may use this to activate your tablet.
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Page 51: Using A Cellular Data Network (Only For Wi-Fi+3G Models)
Using a cellular data network (only for Wi-Fi+3G models) ‘3G’, or data over a cellular network, is only available on models equiped with a SIM card slot, or through a separate 3G modem (not supplied - available from your mobile Internet provider, check for compatibility). Important: Please check the information provided by your mobile internet provider. -
Page 52: Adjusting Connection Settings
Important: Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN each time you switch on the cellular data function. SIM card lock Your tablet may come with a SIM card lock, i.e., you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator. -
Page 53: Internet Sharing
Disable data when roaming You can prevent your tablet from transmitting data over other carriers’ mobile networks when you are traveling and leave an area that is covered by your carrier’s networks. This is useful for controlling expenses if your mobile data contract doesn’t include data roaming. - Page 54 Wi-Fi hotspot You can turn your tablet into a portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile Internet connection with up to eight clients. 1. Tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Tethering & portable hotspot. 2. Tap Portable Wi-fi hotspot and Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings. 3.
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Page 55: Advanced Settings
Advanced settings Access Settings from the Application menu. Tap Apps, then Settings. Sound Adjust the volume of your tablet using the volume buttons on the side of the tablet. Alternatively, you can adjust your tablet sound settings by tapping Apps >... -
Page 56: Putting Your Tablet In Airplane Mode
Putting your tablet in Airplane mode You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off network and Bluetooth functions and use your tablet during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard. Switch your tablet off during takeoff and landing as it may interfere with aircraft electronic systems. -
Page 57: Adjusting Bluetooth Settings
Adjusting Bluetooth settings You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your tablet and other mobile devices. Bluetooth connections For all Bluetooth settings, tap Apps > Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings. Here you can switch Bluetooth on or off, set a device name and discoverability. -
Page 58: Setting The Date And Time
Internet accounts. Acer Sync Acer Sync allows you to easily synchronize your contacts, calendar, photos and videos between your tablet, PC and corresponding Google services. You must install the Acer Sync program on your computer; download and install Acer Sync and Acer PIM for the PC from the mobile.acer.com website. -
Page 59: Changing Language And Text Options
Changing language and text options Set your location and language input preferences by opening the application menu and going to Apps > Settings > Language & input. Managing applications You can allow programs from Unknown sources to be installed and Manage applications. -
Page 60: Clean Boot
Clean boot A clean boot will restore your tablet to the factory settings. Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your tablet and any programs you installed. Open Settings from the application menu, then tap Privacy > Factory data reset; click Reset tablet and then Erase everything to format your tablet. -
Page 61: Faq And Troubleshooting
FAQ and troubleshooting This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your tablet, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect Question Answer Audio Why is there no If the headset is plugged into the sound coming from device, the speaker is automatically the device? -
Page 62: Other Sources Of Help
It is also normal for the tablet to heat up during long periods of use, such as watching a video or playing a game. All Acer tablets are factory tested before release. Other sources of help For information on:... -
Page 63: Specifications
Specifications Performance ® ™ • NVIDIA Tegra 2 mobile processor ® ™ • Dual Core ARM Cortex • System memory: • 1 GB of RAM • 16 or 32 GB of flash memory ™ • Google Android operating system Display •... - Page 64 3G support (only available on Wi-Fi+3G models) • aGPS • GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 • UMTS 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 • HSDPA 7.2 Mbps / HSUPA 5.76 Mbps / EDGE / GPRS • Optional HSDPA 21 Mbps Camera •...