Acer A1-830 User Manual

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    User's Manual
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    herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in this manual. Acer Iconia A1-830 Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase
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    your tablet 7 Turning on for the first time 8 Using the touchscreen 10 The Home screen 10 The Setting up the Email application 23 Google services 24 Playing music and video 28 43 Updating your tablet's operating system 44 Resetting your tablet 44 FAQ and troubleshooting 45
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    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 A1-830 tablet • Product setup and safety information • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty card
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    Getting to know your tablet Views 1 23 6 4 5 Getting started with your tablet - 5 8 9 10 7 No. Item 1 Microphone 2 Micro USB port (Slave) 3 3.5 mm headphone jack 4 Front-facing camera 5 Touchscreen 6 Rear-facing camera 7 Stereo speakers Description Receives audio for video chats and
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    No. Item 8 Power button 9 Volume control key 10 microSD card slot Description Press and hold to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the tablet off. Increases and decreases the tablet volume. Insert a microSD card into the slot.
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    your tablet - 7 Charging your tablet For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed. Note Charger illustration is for reference only. Actual configuration may vary. Assembling the power adapter Slide the large end of the USB
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    is normal for the tablet surface to become warm during charging or long periods of use. Turning on for the first time To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until you see the Acer logo. Wait a moment for your tablet to boot up. You will then be asked some
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    language then tap Start. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed. If the tablet's screen turns off, it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press your settings to Google servers; and to take advantage of other Google services on your tablet. If you want to restore existing settings from
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    tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your finger to tap the screen. Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see
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    Using your tablet - 11 The Home screen features some useful controls and information. Time and page 22. You can also choose what Google Search searches for. Within search, tap the Hide button (replaces Back) to hide the keyboard. Then tap the Menu icon > Settings > Tablet search. Select the
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    go up one level in a menu. This icon may be replaced with the hide icon in certain cases (such as if the keyboard or list of recent Hide applications right. To change or add widgets on any of the screens see Personalizing the Home screen on page 15. The application menu The application menu
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    and notification icons are shown at the top of the screen. The top-right area displays a variety of information, such as time, battery status, and connectivity. The Signal top-left area displays event icons, such as a strength Battery charge Time new message. status Swipe down from the top
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    status icons Icon Description Icon Battery is very low Battery is low Battery is partially drained Description Battery is full Battery is charging Note If your device's battery is getting too hot, you will be notified and advised to turn off the device. If you fail to turn it off, it will
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    to PC via USB Application update available System update available Virtual private network (VPN) status Icon Description Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data Downloading data Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts
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    and hold the item until the Remove option appears at the top of the screen. Simply drag the item to the Remove option. Changing the Home screen image Tap and hold any open space on the Home screen. You can choose from a set of pre-formatted wallpapers, images stored in the Gallery, selected
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    displayed, you can tap on it to insert it into your text. To turn predictive text on or off with the Google keyboard, tap the Input options key different application. Note Certain applications may not support text selection, or only support it in certain areas. Other applications may offer specialized
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    select this text, a cursor is inserted below the text. To replace a word, double tap the word. In both cases, if you previously copied text, a PASTE button displays. 2. button. 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
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    and tap APPS > Settings > Security > Screen lock. If you forget your unlock pattern, please refer to Unlock pattern on page 46. Shutting down your tablet If you won't use your tablet for an extended period of time, turn it off to save battery power. To turn off your tablet (even when locked), press
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    card to expand your device's storage space. Ensure that the microSD card is inserted all the way into the card slot. Note Your tablet only supports microSD cards that use the FAT or FAT32 file system. Check card capacity in the External SD card section of APPS > Settings > Storage. Transferring
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    . Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. For Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Turn Bluetooth on and tap Search for devices to scan for nearby devices. Accessories For a complete
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    your connection settings. Alternatively, swipe down from the top-right of the screen and tap the Wi-Fi button to toggle on and off the Wi-Fi . Using the browser To start browsing, tap the Chrome icon on the Home screen, or open the application menu and select Chrome. To enter a website address,
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    New tab button. Simply tap one of the open tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages. New tab Pinch to zoom in or out of pages. Tap your email access. Enter your email address and password tap Manual setup to enter the parameters manually or simply tap Next to finish the setup process. The
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    services, you must read and accept the Terms of Service. The contents and design of Google Play varies by region. For example, in some regions, you can also browse for and purchase movies, books, magazines, or music. Updates started your tablet, follow the instructions. Composing an email 1. Make
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    Going online - 25 searches. When the Speak now prompt displays, state your command or query. Play Store Tap Play Store from the home screen or application menu to open Google Play. Here you can obtain a variety of add-on programs and applications to enhance the functionality of your tablet.
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    application requires access in order to function correctly. If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation. a widget (with no application icon). See Personalizing the Home screen on page 15. Uninstalling downloaded applications Once you've downloaded
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    and tap Uninstall. Deleting an app icon from the Home screen only deletes the shortcut. Google Hangouts Tap Hangouts from the application menu to open Google Hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you
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    cloud storage for your personal music collection and make it available on all your devices. Updates may change how to navigate these media apps at any time. Play Music Use the tablet and in the cloud (if cloud service is available in your area). Selecting On device displays only the music you currently
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    Playing music and video - 29 The Menu button in the top-right of the main screen contains general options like Refresh, Settings, Help, and Send feedback. Albums and invidividual tracks have their own Menu buttons as well, each with their own
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    30 - Managing people and contacts MANAGING PEOPLE AND CONTACTS Your tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory or your Google account. Tap People from the application menu to view your contacts. If you don't have any contacts stored on your tablet, you
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    entry. Editing a contact If you have opened a new contact, you can enter information about the contact. To modify an existing contact, from the main screen select the contact in the list on the left. Then select the Menu button > Edit. Now simply tap on a box and type the appropriate information
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    32 - Managing people and contacts Tap Done (top-left corner) to finish and save the contact. Note Set each phone number to match the type of network as this can determine some functions, i.e. certain applications only recognize 'Mobile' numbers as they require a function only available on a mobile
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    Using the camera and camcorder - 33 USING THE CAMERA AND CAMCORDER Your tablet features two digital cameras. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet. Note It is recommended that you insert a microSD card into the microSD slot before using the
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    34 - Using the camera and camcorder In the camera window, the controls at the top of the screen allow you to change settings. The controls at the bottom allow you to take a picture, select camera or camcorder, zoom in or out, and view
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    GPS) is stored in the image information. A satellite icon appears on the screen when active. Microphone switch • Reset to default: Return camera settings to the original conditions. Before recording a video, tap the icon to turn the microphone on or off (the icon is disabled while camcorder is
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    (from GPS) is stored in the image information. A satellite icon appears on the screen when active. • Reset to default: Return camera settings to the original conditions. Before recording a video, tap the icon to turn the microphone on or off (the icon is disabled while recording). Switch camera
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    furthest left, or right). 3. Press the camera button to take the first image; then smoothly turn the camera to the left or right to take the next image of the scene; a progress indicator appears on the screen. 4. Tap the stop button to stop the selection process and process the captured images if
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    camera and camcorder Supported formats Type Image You can view it by tapping the thumbnail in the corner of the screen. Alternatively, open the application menu and tap Gallery, then Camera. can share the file using various services. Tap the Share icon in the upper right-hand corner to see
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    controls the connection. Tap an entry to manage your connection settings. Alternatively, swipe down from the top-right side of the screen to manage connection settings. Adjusting Bluetooth settings You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your tablet and other mobile devices. Bluetooth
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    updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. Data Usage The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to your tablet, either in total or for each app. This information is useful if you are using a metered service turn the screen to toggle
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    Default notification sound Sets a ringtone for notifications. Touch sounds Plays a sound whenever a screen selection is made. Screen lock sound Plays a sound when locking and unlocking the screen. Display You can adjust your tablet screen settings by tapping APPS > Settings > Display. Item
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    42 - Advanced settings Apps Closing an application To close an active application, go to Settings > Apps. Swipe over to the RUNNING tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select Stop to close the program. Uninstalling an application You can remove programs installed on your tablet to free up
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    default. To add or edit alarm settings, tap Clock in the application menu and tap . Tap the ON/OFF switch next to a preset alarm to turn it on or off or tap the + icon to create a new alarm. Tap a preset alarm to edit it. You can:
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    , adding support for new devices or expanding software options. To check for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System updates > Check now. Note Downloading new firmware can take up to 40 minutes, depending on your network speed. Do not press the power or reset button or access your
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    FAQ and troubleshooting - 45 FAQ AND TROUBLESHOOTING This section lists frequently asked questions can't I view my picture files? You may be trying to view an image that is not supported. See Supported formats on page 38 for more information. Multimedia files Why can't I view my video files?
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    and troubleshooting About tablet > Device Information. Power I couldn't turn on the device. The battery may be depleted. Recharge the device. See to the micoSD card. After five wrong entries, you can reset your unlock pattern. Tap Forgotten pattern? and enter your Google Acer service center.
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    FAQ and troubleshooting - 47 Aspect Heat Question Answer It is normal for or playing a game. All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. Other sources of help For information on: Up-to-date information regarding your tablet Service enquiries Refer to: www.acer.com support.acer.com
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    • 16 GB of flash memory Google Android operating system Display • 7.9" XGA TFT-LCD capacitive multi-touch screen • 1024 x 768 resolution Multimedia • Stereo speakers • Built-in microphone Formats supported: Type Formats Audio recording AAC-LC, AMR-WB Audio playback AAC-LC, AAC, AAC+ (not
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    megapixel • Fixed focus Expansion • microSD card slot (up to 32 GB) Battery • 14.8 Wh 4000 mAh 3.7 V 1-cell Li-polymer battery pack Battery life: Up to 7.5 hours (based on video playback test results) Note Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource
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    50 - Specifications Dimensions Height Width Thickness Weight 203 mm 138.4 mm 8.15 mm 375 g Environment Temperature Operating: 0° C to 35° C Non-operating: -20° C to 60° C Humidity (non-condensing) Operating: 20% to 80% Non-operating: 20% to 80%
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    SOFTWARE OR ANY PORTION THEREOF, YOU AGREE TO BE GRANT OF LICENSE Acer grants to you the following non-exclusive and non-transferable rights with of the Software solely for backup or archival purposes; 3. Make one hard copy of any electronic documents included in the Software, provided that you
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    or (ii) use any Software for any use SUPPORT SERVICES Acer is not obligated to provide technical or other support for the Software. ACER LIVE UPDATE Certain software contains elements that enable the use of the Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for such software to be automatically
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    TO USE THE SOFTWARE, THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT must: 1. Cease all use of the Software; 2. Destroy or return to Acer the original and all copies of the Software; and 3. Delete the Software
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    the Third Party Software and Third Party Services is also Privacy policy During registration you will be asked to submit some information to Acer. Please refer to Acer's privacy policy at www.acer.com/ worldwide/support/swa.htm or your local Acer website. subject to additional terms and conditions
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