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User's Guides ❖ excite® Write User's Guide ❖ excite® Pro User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 118 in this guide. GMAD00367010 07/13 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 2
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User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 118 in this guide. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 4
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 "critical applications." "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 5
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 6
network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth® or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 7
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. ❖ 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 8
or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instructions of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi® or Bluetooth® or Wireless WAN functionally. Regulatory Information This device complies with - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 9
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 10
8 Europe-Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/ - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 11
performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth® or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/ computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 12
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Bluetooth® wireless technology is safe for use by 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 13
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. ©2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 14
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 DTS Premium Voice Pro is a trademark - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 15
Contents 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 16
34 Google™ & Location 35 Setting the date and time 38 Waking the tablet 40 Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 17
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 18
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 Using external devices 108 Chapter 5: Utilities 109 TOSHIBA Service Station 110 Check for application updates 112 Downloading updates 112 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 19
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 20
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 21
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 22
features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on Start document ❖ A Standard Limited Warranty ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 23
Service options 21 Service options Toshiba's standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 24
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 25
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 26
24 Front Getting Started Features and components Camera PixelPure™ Display (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. Back Camera* Speaker Speaker (Sample - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 27
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 28
26 Top Getting Started Connecting to a power source Internal microphone Power button (Sample Illustration) Top view Internal microphone ❖ Internal microphones-Allows you to record sounds using the computer's internal microphones or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 29
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 disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 30
applications and features used. NOTE Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Wall Outlet-The fastest way to charge your tablet is with the included AC adaptor plugged into a wall outlet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 31
, 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 32
Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon. The "About tablet" menu appears. 3 Touch Status. The battery status (charging or not , please contact your local government. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events, and - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 33
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 31 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 34
device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® network ) button for several seconds. Your setup process begins. The first time you power on your tablet the "Welcome" screen appears and you will be asked to choose a language. (Sample Image - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 35
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 33 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 36
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 Settings, under Accounts. (Sample Image) Make - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 37
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 38
36 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 39
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 3 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. The "Setup complete" screen appears. 37 (Sample Image) Setup complete screen 4 Touch Finish to complete the setup process. NOTE This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 40
38 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time The "Date & time" screen appears. NOTE If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears. (Sample Image) Date & time screen 1 Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and time. 2 Touch - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 41
There are two options in the "This tablet belongs to..." screen: ❖ Enter your information into the First and Last name fields, and then touch the right Arrow key. ❖ Touch the right Arrow key to continue (without entering the information). The "Google Services" screen appears. (Sample Image) Google - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 42
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 Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it. (Sample Image) Lock screen - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 43
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 41 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 ( ) - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 44
periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ( ) icon. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish your rights under the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 45
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 Your Wi-Fi® networks and passwords, user data, and tablet settings ❖ Many Google application settings, such as your Browser bookmarks ❖ The apps - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 46
and features Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touchscreen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device. Notifications Google™ search bar Time Status icons Voice recognition Home screens Apps icon System bar Memo Gallery button for - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 47
Icon Getting Started Navigation and features 45 Name Home button Description Touch to return to the Home screen. Recent Apps Touch to view the most recently view button apps. Time display Located in the System bar to the left of the Status icons. Battery status Located in the System bar. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 48
46 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 49
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 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 50
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 51
Getting Started Navigation and features 49 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 52
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 53
system. (Sample Image) Unlocked screen If you touch Pattern, you're guided to create a pattern you must draw to unlock the screen. The first 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 54
confirm you want to continue. The encryption process begins and displays the progress. Encryption can take an hour or more, during which time your tablet may restart several times. When encryption is complete, you are prompted to enter your PIN or password. Subsequently, you must enter your PIN or - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 55
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 53 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 56
54 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 57
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. 3 Touch the wallpaper - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 58
56 Getting Started Turning off the device 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 59
of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet. Always back up your data and settings before shutting down your tablet. To turn off your device using Shut down mode: 1 Press and hold the Power button. A pop-up screen appears - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 60
Increase battery life between charges by using the shortest available time-out setting. See "Display settings" on page 71. 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 61
Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see "Accounts settings" on page 77. Touch the Add account ( ) icon. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required account information. 5 Configure the account settings. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 62
60 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 63
device while driving. Navigation: Access turn-by-turn, spoken driving instructions with the free Google™ Navigation application (Beta). Maps: Finds your 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 64
/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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 65
Getting Started Caring for your device 63 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. The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 66
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 67
the Maps app, see "Navigation, Maps, and Local" on page 61. Touch to open Google Play™ Store to view and download available apps for your tablet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 68
view the photos/videos you have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see "Using the camera" on page 105. Touch to view your Calendar. People page 61. Touch to open the multimedia player, see "TOSHIBA Media Player" on page 86. Play Books Touch to view the books - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 69
. Display Configure the screen orientation or use energy saving settings, see "Display settings" on page 71. Storage Monitor the used and available space on your tablet's internal storage and other storage media installed on your - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 70
accounts to work together, see "Accounts settings" on page 77. Touch to change the settings for location services, see "Location access settings" on page 72. Configure how you want the tablet to determine your location, see "Location access settings" on page 72. Configure the various input methods - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 71
"Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections" on page 41. The Wireless & Networks settings can also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device's radios while in-flight. To change the Wireless & networks settings: 1 Touch the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 72
70 Settings Customizing your device's settings ❖ Visibility timeout-Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth® devices for a brief period of time. ❖ Show received files-Displays a list of files received via Bluetooth®. Sound settings The Sound settings - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 73
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 74
and the way in which you want to share your location with Google™ and others. Security settings can also be configured to help secure your tablet and its data. Do not use this device while driving. To change the Location access settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu appears - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 75
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. 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 76
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 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, - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 77
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. Users You can share this device by adding additional users - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 78
76 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 79
Settings Customizing your device's settings 77 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 80
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 Backup & reset settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 81
to back up your personal data (Wi-Fi® passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 82
the used and available space in your tablet's internal storage or on a microSD™ Card inserted in your tablet. To change the Storage settings: 1 input methods, such as the Google™ text-to-speech engine for applications that support it. To change the Language & input settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 83
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 autospelling correction. ❖ Personal dictionary-Select to open a list of the words you have added to the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 84
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 85
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 86
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 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 87
orientation to match the orientation of the device. Touch to adjust the screen brightness, see "Display settings" on page 71. Settings Touch to select the tablet setting you wish to change, see "Apps and Settings menus" on page 64. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 88
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 Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 89
screen, touch the Menu ( ) button. (Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen The menu may display the following 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 90
" 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 Apps ( ) icon. 2 Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 91
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 tool and three (3) additional tips, located inside the box with your Excite® Write tablet. (Sample Image) TruPen™ tip removal tool (Do not discard.) 89 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 92
your Excite® Write tablet digitizer 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 93
Exploring the Features on your Device Using your TruPen™ with your Excite® Write tablet 91 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- - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 94
92 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application 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. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 95
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application 93 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 Tap Tap & hold & drag Swipe Back arrow Memo Gallery To - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 96
94 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application TruNote™ Desktop menu ( ) Desktop Menu (Sample Image) Desktop menu screen ❖ Tap the Desktop menu ( ) icon to open the Desktop menu. ❖ Tap anywhere in the Desktop to close the Desktop menu. ❖ Tap the Back arrow ( ) to close the TruNote - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 97
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ application 95 ❖ 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 98
96 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 99
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings 97 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 100
98 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 101
Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings 99 Eraser-Accesses Eraser options Undo-Undoes the last action Redo-Redoes the last action Select-Double-tap the Select icon to display the following available options: Selects the entire page Selects by rectangle Selects by free hand - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 102
100 Exploring the Features on your Device TruNote™ Pen Settings Edit-Opens the selected TruNote™ screen capture, so that you can mark it up Thumbnail Selected TruNote™ screen capture Memo Gallery menu Back arrow Recent Apps Home (Sample Image) Memo Gallery Edit/Mark-up a TruNote™ Memo Gallery - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 103
101 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Using the onscreen keyboard Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 104
text line you wish to begin typing from. You may also select one or more words to copy, cut, and paste. NOTE Not all applications support this function. 1 Select the text you want to cut or copy. Select All, Cut, Copy (Sample Image) Touching a text field to cut, copy, or replace - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 105
103 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard ❖ Double-tap the Shift ( ) key to capitalize all of the letters you type. Touch the Shift ( ) key again to type in lower case. Underlined word Word suggestion (Sample Image) Word suggestion ❖ While typing, spelling suggestions and - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 106
into Silent mode, use the volume decrease button to turn the volume down completely, and then press it once again to place your tablet into Silent mode. Using external speakers or headphones Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 107
Your device comes with a built-in camera on the front of the tablet. With the camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The microSD™ Card slot supports the use - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 108
106 Exploring the Features on your Device Using a microSD™ Card 2 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 3 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media Removing memory media Do not remove media while data is being - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 109
, see "Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections" on page 41 and "Using external devices" on page 108. NOTE Some keyboard functionality may not be supported. Using an external mouse You may want to use an e.xternal mouse instead of the device's touch screen. You can attach one to your device - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 110
can connect external devices to your device using the following available port: ❖ A Micro USB port-Supports data transfer. Micro USB port (Sample Illustration) External device port on the left of the tablet NOTE Not all USB devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of the USB device for - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 111
utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 109 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 112
prompts you to download and install them. To open TOSHIBA Service Station: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. 2 Touch the Service Station ( ) icon. The TOSHIBA Service Station screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station screen The first time TOSHIBA Service Station is run, you will be prompted to - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 113
Station Acceptance screen Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement. The main screen - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 114
notified with the TOSHIBA Service Station icon in the Status bar when new updates become available. You can also check for updates manually. Touch the Check ) button to allow the download to continue while you use your tablet. A notification of download completion appears in the Status bar. To - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 115
Utility Downloading and installing System updates TOSHIBA Service Station downloads both application and system . Do not interrupt or turn off your tablet during a system update once it has begun. Data loss may occur. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 116
located at the top left corner of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items The specific file or folder you have selected will however they will remain grayed-out until specifically selected. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager - files checked At this time you can touch individual - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 117
115 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 8 Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then touch the Paste ( ) icon in the action bar located - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 118
116 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Icon Name Delete Change View Menu Description Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the Delete icon to - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 119
File Manager Utility Storage structure The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen: Icon Name Internal storage microSD™ Card Screen Capture Description Displays the file content of the device's internal storage, (excluding system files). Displays - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 120
encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 121
installed accessory. If this still does not resolve the issue, use the About tablet setting to check for available system updates. For more information, see "About tablet""About tablet" on page 83. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 122
charge lasts. If the device still does not power on, contact your service provider immediately. After a period of time, the battery will lose its see "Charging the battery" on page 28. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen does not look correct - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 123
general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please contact Toshiba - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 124
Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 125
information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba USA Self-Service support web site Community discussion forums for Toshiba laptop users Toshiba's worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 126
No.111, 6to. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Piso Irvine, California 92618 Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. United States CP 11000 Mexico, DF. Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 127
Appendix A Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 128
: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current Apps Applications bps bits per second CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DPI Dots Per Inch EPROM Erasable - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 129
Input/Output interrupt request Internet Service Provider kilobyte Liquid Crystal Display following terms may appear in this User's Guide. A active-matrix display-A liquid crystal display each cell. This type of display works well with tablet devices because of its shallow depth and high-quality - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 130
residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare Direct Current (DC). application-A set of instructions that can be executed by a tablet. App shortcut-An application icon that can be placed on a Home screen. Touching one opens the app without having - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 131
loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot. bus-An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the tablet, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 132
CPU-See Central Processing Unit (CPU). CPU cache-A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the tablet's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache. cursor-An onscreen symbol (usually a flashing - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 133
of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat, .exe, or .apk extension. expansion device-A device that connects to a tablet to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 134
of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. L LED (Light Emitting Diode)-A solid display, creating light and dark pixels. M memory-Typically refers to the tablet's main memory, where programs are run and data is temporarily stored - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 135
his or her identity to a computer or the network. peripheral-Any device, such as a mouse or keyboard, that is attached to the tablet and controlled by the tablet's CPU. pixel-Short for "picture element." The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer. Plug and Play-Generally, refers - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 136
written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the tablet is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your tablet's BIOS, which is essential instructions the tablet reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S Secure Digital (SD - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 137
to turn off the tablet without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the tablet on again. software- designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Wallpaper-is - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 138
network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the tablet hosting the site. See also Internet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 139
Index A about tablet legal information 83 settings 83 status 83 System information time settings 82 Auto-rotate screen Accessibility settings 81 B backing up data 22, 42 Google™ Account 42 TOSHIBA File Manager 42 Backup & reset settings 78 automatic restore 79 back up my data 79 backup account 79 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 140
off 56 turning off options 56 device administrators security 74 device will not start troubleshooting 118 devices external 108 disposal information 12 disposing of the device 30 downloads managing 61 E encrypt tablet security 73 external device Micro USB port 108 external devices keyboard 107 mouse - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 141
reset 62 features 20 features and components 23 other documentation 20 this guide 19 features and components back view 24 bottom view 26 front view 45 Install from storage security 74 internal microphones 26 Internet problems troubleshooting 119 K keyboard external 107 L language & input settings - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 142
the Home screen 47 Navigation and features 44 navigation buttons 47 notification About tablet 68 Accessibility 68 Accounts 68 Apps 68 Backup & reset 68 Battery 68 online resources Toshiba 22 onscreen keyboard speak to text 103 typing 101 using 101 operating system troubleshooting 119 optimizing - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 143
R recording sounds 105 recovery factory data reset 62 registering your Toshiba device 42 Removing Folders 54 restoring your data 43 S Safety service options standard limited warranty 21 set date date & time settings 82 set time date & time settings 82 setting up AC adaptor 26 settings about tablet - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 144
112 installing updates 112 tablet system updates 113 Touch & hold delay Accessibility settings 82 touch screen navigation onscreen 46 Touch sounds sound settings 71 troubleshooting 120 bookmarked site not found 119 contacting Toshiba 122 device will not start 118 display problems screen is blank 120 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 145
Index 143 screen does not look correct/ flickers/brightness 121 slow Internet connection 119 sound system 121 touch screen will not respond 118 URL address not found 119 wireless networking 121 TruNote™ application 92 Desktop 93 Desktop menu 94 Drawer 95 Memo Gallery 99 Memo Gallery screen capture - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 146
Use 24-hour format date & time settings 83 Users 75 Utilities 109 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 113 TOSHIBA Service Station 110 V Voice Search language & input settings 81 volume sound settings 70 W waking the tablet 40 wallpaper customize background 55 screen settings 72 warranty standard limited - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 147
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User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 118 in this guide. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 149
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 "critical applications." "Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 150
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 151
network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth® or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 152
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. ❖ 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 153
or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instructions of your medical device when using any Wi-Fi® or Bluetooth® or Wireless WAN functionally. Regulatory Information This device complies with - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 154
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 155
8 Europe-Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/ - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 156
performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth® or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/ computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 157
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Bluetooth® wireless technology is safe for use by 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 158
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. ©2013 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 159
Excite are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba registered trademarks and DTS Premium Voice Pro is a trademark of DTS, - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 160
Contents 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 161
34 Google™ & Location 35 Setting the date and time 38 Waking the tablet 40 Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 162
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 163
Service Station 98 Check for application updates 100 Downloading updates 100 Installing updates 100 Downloading and installing System updates 101 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 101 File browsing screen 103 Operation of files/folders 103 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 106 Problems when - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 164
Contents 17 If you need further assistance 110 Before you contact Toshiba 110 Contacting Toshiba 111 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 111 Toshiba's worldwide offices 111 Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors ........113 Glossary 114 Index 125 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 165
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 166
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 167
features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on Start document ❖ A Standard Limited Warranty ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 168
Service options 21 Service options Toshiba's standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 169
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 170
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 171
24 Front Getting Started Features and components Camera HD Display (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 93. Back Camera* Speaker Speaker (Sample Illustration) - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 172
more information, see "Using external speakers or headphones" on page 93. ❖ 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 94. ❖ Micro HDMI® port-Allows - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 173
26 Top Getting Started Connecting to a power source Internal microphone Power button (Sample Illustration) Top view Internal microphone ❖ Internal microphones-Allows you to record sounds using the computer's internal microphone or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 174
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 disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 175
applications and features used. NOTE Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Wall Outlet-The fastest way to charge your tablet is with the included AC adaptor plugged into a wall outlet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 176
, 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 177
Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu appears. 2 Touch the About tablet ( ) icon. The "About tablet" menu appears. 3 Touch Status. The battery status (charging or not , please contact your local government. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events, and - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 178
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 31 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 179
device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® network ) button for several seconds. Your setup process begins. The first time you power on your tablet the "Welcome" screen appears and you will be asked to choose a language. (Sample Image - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 180
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 33 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 181
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 Settings, under Accounts. (Sample Image) Make - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 182
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 183
36 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 184
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 3 Touch the right Arrow key to continue. The "Setup complete" screen appears. 37 (Sample Image) Setup complete screen 4 Touch Finish to complete the setup process. NOTE This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 185
38 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time The "Date & time" screen appears. NOTE If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears. (Sample Image) Date & time screen 1 Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and time. 2 Touch - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 186
There are two options in the "This tablet belongs to..." screen: ❖ Enter your information into the First and Last name fields, and then touch the right Arrow key. ❖ Touch the right Arrow key to continue (without entering the information). The "Google Services" screen appears. (Sample Image) Google - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 187
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 Power button. The lock screen appears, unless you have previously disabled it. (Sample Image) Lock screen - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 188
Getting Started Using the device for the first time 41 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 ( ) - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 189
periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ( ) icon. Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish your rights under the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 190
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 Your Wi-Fi® networks and passwords, user data, and tablet settings ❖ Many Google application settings, such as your Browser bookmarks ❖ The apps - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 191
and features Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touchscreen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device. Notifications Google™ search bar Time Status icons Voice recognition Home screens Apps icon System bar Back Recent apps Home - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 192
Icon Getting Started Navigation and features 45 Name Recent Apps button Description Touch to view the most recently view apps. Time display Located in the System bar to the left of the Status icons. Battery status Located in the System bar. Displays the icon status of the battery charge. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 193
46 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 194
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 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 195
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 196
Getting Started Navigation and features 49 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 197
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 198
system. (Sample Image) Unlocked screen If you touch Pattern, you're guided to create a pattern you must draw to unlock the screen. The first 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 199
confirm you want to continue. The encryption process begins and displays the progress. Encryption can take an hour or more, during which time your tablet may restart several times. When encryption is complete, you are prompted to enter your PIN or password. Subsequently, you must enter your PIN or - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 200
Getting Started Customizing your Home screens 53 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 201
54 Getting Started 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 202
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. 3 Touch the wallpaper - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 203
56 Getting Started Turning off the device 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 204
of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet. Always back up your data and settings before shutting down your tablet. To turn off your device using Shut down mode: 1 Press and hold the Power button. A pop-up screen appears - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 205
Increase battery life between charges by using the shortest available time-out setting. See "Display settings" on page 71. 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 206
Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see "Accounts settings" on page 77. Touch the Add account ( ) icon. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required account information. 5 Configure the account settings. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 207
60 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 208
device while driving. Navigation: Access turn-by-turn, spoken driving instructions with the free Google™ Navigation application (Beta). Maps: Finds your 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 209
/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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 210
Getting Started Caring for your device 63 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. The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 211
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 212
the Maps app, see "Navigation, Maps, and Local" on page 61. Touch to open Google Play™ Store to view and download available apps for your tablet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 213
view the photos/videos you have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see "Using the camera" on page 93. Touch to view your Calendar. People page 61. Touch to open the multimedia player, see "TOSHIBA Media Player" on page 86. Play Books Touch to view the books - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 214
. Display Configure the screen orientation or use energy saving settings, see "Display settings" on page 71. Storage Monitor the used and available space on your tablet's internal storage and other storage media installed on your - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 215
accounts to work together, see "Accounts settings" on page 77. Touch to change the settings for location services, see "Location access settings" on page 72. Configure how you want the tablet to determine your location, see "Location access settings" on page 72. Configure the various input methods - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 216
"Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections" on page 41. The Wireless & Networks settings can also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device's radios while in-flight. To change the Wireless & networks settings: 1 Touch the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 217
70 Settings Customizing your device's settings ❖ Visibility timeout-Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth® devices for a brief period of time. ❖ Show received files-Displays a list of files received via Bluetooth®. Sound settings The Sound settings - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 218
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 219
and the way in which you want to share your location with Google™ and others. Security settings can also be configured to help secure your tablet and its data. Do not use this device while driving. To change the Location access settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu appears - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 220
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. 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 221
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 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, - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 222
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. Users You can share this device by adding additional users - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 223
76 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 224
Settings Customizing your device's settings 77 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 225
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 Backup & reset settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The "Settings" menu - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 226
to back up your personal data (Wi-Fi® passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 227
the used and available space in your tablet's internal storage or on a microSD™ Card inserted in your tablet. To change the Storage settings: 1 input methods, such as the Google™ text-to-speech engine for applications that support it. To change the Language & input settings: 1 Touch the Settings ( - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 228
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 autospelling correction. ❖ Personal dictionary-Select to open a list of the words you have added to the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 229
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 230
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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 231
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 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 232
orientation to match the orientation of the device. Touch to adjust the screen brightness, see "Display settings" on page 71. Settings Touch to select the tablet setting you wish to change, see "Apps and Settings menus" on page 64. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 233
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 Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 234
screen, touch the Menu ( ) button. (Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen The menu may display the following 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 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 235
" 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 Apps ( ) icon. 2 Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 236
Chapter 4 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 237
text line you wish to begin typing from. You may also select one or more words to copy, cut, and paste. NOTE Not all applications support this function. 1 Select the text you want to cut or copy. Select All, Cut, Copy (Sample Image) Touching a text field to cut, copy, or replace - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 238
Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard 91 3 Place the cursor in the text field where you want to place the text. 4 Touch and hold until the Paste ( ) option appears on the screen. 5 Touch the Paste ( ) icon. The text is inserted into the new text field. NOTE Text can be - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 239
touching the Input Method ( ) button, or by going to the Settings menu, see "Language & input settings" on page 80. Using the built-in speakers Your tablet is equipped with internal speakers. To increase or decrease the volume, use the volume control buttons on the side of your - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 240
the internal microphone on the device or by connecting a headset. Using the camera Your device comes with a built-in camera on the front of the tablet. With the camera you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your device ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 241
, you must be connected to the Internet. Using a microSD™ Card For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The microSD™ Card slot supports the use of Micro Secure Digital™ (SD™) media. This media can be used with - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 242
Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices 95 Removing memory media Do not remove media while data is being written or read, or your data could be destroyed. To prepare the card for removal: 1 Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The Settings menu appears. 2 Touch the Storage - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 243
can connect external devices to your device using the following available port: ❖ A Micro USB port-Supports data transfer. Micro USB port (Sample Illustration) External device port on the left of the tablet NOTE Not all USB devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of the USB device for - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 244
utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 97 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 245
you to download and install them. To open TOSHIBA Service Station: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. 2 Touch the Service Station ( ) icon. The TOSHIBA Service Station screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station screen The first time TOSHIBA Service Station is run, you will be prompted to - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 246
Station Acceptance screen Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement. The main screen - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 247
notified with the TOSHIBA Service Station icon in the Status bar when new updates become available. You can also check for updates manually. Touch the ) button to allow the download to continue while you use your tablet. A notification of download completion appears in the Status bar. To - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 248
Utility Downloading and installing System updates TOSHIBA Service Station downloads both application and system . Do not interrupt or turn off your tablet during a system update once it has begun. Data loss may occur. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 249
located at the top left corner of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items The specific file or folder you have selected will however they will remain grayed-out until specifically selected. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager - files checked At this time you can touch individual - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 250
103 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 8 Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then touch the Paste ( ) icon in the action bar located - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 251
104 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Icon Name Description Delete Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the Delete icon to permanently delete the - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 252
File Manager Utility Storage structure The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen: Icon Name Description Internal storage Displays the file content of the device's internal storage, (excluding system files). microSD™ Card Displays the file - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 253
encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 254
installed accessory. If this still does not resolve the issue, use the About tablet setting to check for available system updates. For more information, see "About tablet""About tablet" on page 83. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 255
charge lasts. If the device still does not power on, contact your service provider immediately. After a period of time, the battery will lose its see "Charging the battery" on page 28. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen does not look correct - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 256
general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please contact Toshiba - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 257
Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 258
information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Mexico and all of Latin America Toshiba USA Self-Service support web site Community discussion forums for Toshiba laptop users Toshiba's worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 259
No.111, 6to. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Piso Irvine, California 92618 Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. United States CP 11000 Mexico, DF. Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 260
Appendix A Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 261
: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User's Guide. AC Alternating Current Apps Applications bps bits per second CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DPI Dots Per Inch EPROM Erasable - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 262
Input/Output interrupt request Internet Service Provider kilobyte Liquid Crystal Display following terms may appear in this User's Guide. A active-matrix display-A liquid crystal display each cell. This type of display works well with tablet devices because of its shallow depth and high-quality - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 263
residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction at regular intervals. Compare Direct Current (DC). application-A set of instructions that can be executed by a tablet. App shortcut-An application icon that can be placed on a Home screen. Touching one opens the app without having - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 264
loads and initializes the operating system. See also reboot. bus-An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the tablet, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 265
CPU-See Central Processing Unit (CPU). CPU cache-A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the tablet's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache. cursor-An onscreen symbol (usually a flashing - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 266
of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat, .exe, or .apk extension. expansion device-A device that connects to a tablet to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 267
of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. L LED (Light Emitting Diode)-A solid display, creating light and dark pixels. M memory-Typically refers to the tablet's main memory, where programs are run and data is temporarily stored - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 268
his or her identity to a computer or the network. peripheral-Any device, such as a mouse or keyboard, that is attached to the tablet and controlled by the tablet's CPU. pixel-Short for "picture element." The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer. Plug and Play-Generally, refers - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 269
written to. Non-volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the tablet is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your tablet's BIOS, which is essential instructions the tablet reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S Secure Digital (SD - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 270
to turn off the tablet without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the tablet on again. software- designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Wallpaper-is - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 271
network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the tablet hosting the site. See also Internet. - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 272
Index A about tablet legal information 83 settings 83 status 83 System information time settings 82 Auto-rotate screen Accessibility settings 81 B backing up data 22, 42 Google™ Account 42 TOSHIBA File Manager 42 Backup & reset settings 78 automatic restore 79 back up my data 79 backup account 79 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 273
off 56 turning off options 56 device administrators security 74 device will not start troubleshooting 106 devices external 96 disposal information 12 disposing of the device 30 downloads managing 61 E encrypt tablet security 73 external device Micro USB port 96 external devices keyboard 96 mouse 96 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 274
reset 62 features 20 features and components 23 other documentation 20 this guide 19 features and components back view 24 bottom view 26 front view 65 Install from storage security 74 internal microphones 26 Internet problems troubleshooting 107 K keyboard external 96 L language & input settings - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 275
the Home screen 47 Navigation and features 44 navigation buttons 47 notification About tablet 68 Accessibility 68 Accounts 68 Apps 68 Backup & reset 68 Battery 68 online resources Toshiba 22 onscreen keyboard speak to text 92 typing 90 using 89 operating system troubleshooting 107 optimizing battery - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 276
R recording sounds 93 recovery factory data reset 62 registering your Toshiba device 42 Removing Folders 54 restoring your data 43 S Safety 82 service options standard limited warranty 21 set date date & time settings 82 set time date & time settings 82 setting up AC adaptor 26 settings about tablet - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 277
100 installing updates 100 tablet system updates 101 Touch & hold delay Accessibility settings 82 touch screen navigation onscreen 46 Touch sounds sound settings 71 troubleshooting 108 bookmarked site not found 107 contacting Toshiba 110 device will not start 106 display problems screen is blank 108 - Toshiba Excite Pro AT15LE | User's Guide for Excite Write AT10PE-A and Excite Pr - Page 278
24-hour format date & time settings 83 Users 75 Utilities 97 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility 101 TOSHIBA Service Station 98 V Voice Search language & input settings 81 volume sound settings 70 W waking the tablet 40 wallpaper customize background 55 screen settings 72 warranty standard limited warranty
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