© 2013. All Rights Reserved. Acer Iconia User Guide Model: A3-A10 This revision: 9/2013 Acer Iconia Model number: ................................................................................................................ Serial number*:................................................................................................................ Date of purchase: ............................................................................................................ Place of purchase:.........
Table of contents Getting to know your tablet 4 Composing an email ........................................ 24 Features and functions ...................................... 4 Setting up the Email application....................... 24 Product registration ........................................... 4 Online applications........................................... 24 Setting up 5 Playing music and video 29 Using your tablet 7 Using the camera and camcorder 34 Unpacking your tablet ...................
Features and functions Getting to know your tablet Features and functions Your new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia and entertainment features. You can: • Connect to the Internet. • Access your email while on the move. • Keep in touch with your friends via your People and social networking applications. Product registration When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it.
Setting up Unpacking your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
Getting to know your tablet No. Item Description 1 Microphone Receives audio for video chats and Internet calls. 2 Power button Press and hold to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the tablet off. 3 Micro USB port (Slave) Connects to a computer via a USB cable. Also serves as the charging port for the AC adapter. For more information, see "Charging your tablet" on page 7. 4 3.
Using your tablet Charging your tablet For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed. Note: Charger illustration is for reference only. Actual configuration may vary. Assembling the power adapter Slide the plug fitting into the power adapter body until it clicks into place. Connecting power Connect the power connector to your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into any AC outlet.
Turning on for the first time Turning on for the first time To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until you see the Acer logo. Wait a moment for your tablet to boot up. You will then be asked some questions before you can use your tablet. To start, tap to select your language then tap Start. Follow the rest of the instructions as they are displayed. Note: If the tablet’s screen turns off, it has entered sleep mode. Briefly press the power button to wake it up.
Note: If you have multiple Google accounts, such as separate accounts for personal and business contacts, you can access and synchonize them from the Accounts settings section. See "Multiple Google accounts" on page 43. Using the touchscreen Your tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your finger to tap the screen. Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images.
The Home screen Search To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap the Google icon in the top-left corner. Simply enter the text you want to find. Tap the arrow or Enter key to search the Internet, or tap one of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list. Voice search If voice search is available, tap the microphone and speak your search request. "Voice Search" on page 23.
The application menu The application menu displays applications and widgets available on your tablet. Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. If more applications are available, an outline of the second page will be shown on the side of the screen. Swipe the outline towards the center of the screen to switch pages. Otherwise swipe to the left to see more Applications. When you are on the last page of applications, swipe to the left to see widgets available on your tablet.
The Home screen Swipe down from the top of the screen to display a panel, either from the left or right end of the status bar. Notifications Function status Icon Description Icon Locks/unlocks screen rotation. Description Opens the Settings menu Status and notification icons Connection icons Note: The icons displayed on your device vary depending on your connection.
Battery status icons Icon Description Icon Description Battery is very low Battery is full Battery is low Battery is charging Battery is partially drained Note: If your device’s battery is getting too hot, you will be notified and advised to turn off the device. If you fail to turn it off, it will shut down automatically.
The Home screen Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets To add shortcuts or widgets tap the APPS icon in the bottom-center of the Home screen. The APPS menu contains a list of shortcuts to applications you can drag to a Home screen. Tap WIDGETS to see small applications and links (such as custom shortcuts, contacts or bookmarks) that you can add to a Home screen. Widgets are small applications that display constantly-updated information or quick shortcuts to applications or special functions.
To move the item to a different Home screen, drag it to the side of the screen, the Home screen will switch to the screen in that direction. Release the item when it is positioned correctly. Resizing a Widget Most Widgets can be made larger, so you can give more space to information that is important to you. After placing a Widget on the Home screen, tap and hold to select it. Four diamonds will appear on each side, tap and drag the diamond until the Widget is the correct size. Tap Back to finish.
Editing text characters (if available for that key), such as letters with accents or related symbols. The layout of the keyboard varies slightly, depending on the application and information that is required. Changing Google keyboard settings To use a different keyboard language or change settings, tap the Input options key, then select either Input languages or Google keyboard settings. These settings include auto-correction and keyboard sounds.
2. Tap and hold the text or word you want to select. The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection. 3. Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap Select all. 4. To cut or copy the text, tap the CUT or COPY button. Inserting text To type new text or add text that you have copied: 1. Tap the text you want to select. If you can select this text, a cursor is inserted below the text.
Editing text Waking your tablet If the screen is off and the tablet does not react to any taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. To wake your tablet, press the power button. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. To unlock the screen, tap the lock button and drag it in any direction until it turns white and displays the unlocked icon. Adjusting Touch WakeApp settings 1. 2. 3. 4. Pull down the status and settings panel.
Lock screen apps To activate frequently used applications, press the lock button and drag to one of four Lock screen apps on the left side of the circle. This unlocks the tablet and opens that application immediately. Note: Open APPS > Settings > Lock screen apps to change these applications. Security Options For additional security, you can set a PIN number that must be entered to access the tablet, or choose an unlock Pattern (a set of dots that must be connected in the correct order).
Connecting to AC power Connecting devices to your tablet Connecting to AC power "Charging your tablet" on page 7. Inserting a microSD card (optional) You may install a microSD Card to expand your device's storage space. Ensure that the microSD Card is inserted all the way into the card slot. Note: Your tablet only supports microSD Cards that use the FAT or FAT32 file system. Check card capacity in the External SD card section of APPS > Settings > Storage.
Using the micro USB to USB cable, connect the micro end into your tablet and the other end into your computer. After a short delay, your tablet's internal memory will be visible as a Portable Device in your PC’s file explorer. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your tablet’s internal memory and any additional memory (microSD Card) available to your tablet. Connecting a Bluetooth device Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported.
Managing Wi-Fi connections Going online Managing Wi-Fi connections If you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet, or want to connect to a new network, tap APPS > Settings > Wi-Fi to manage your connection settings.. If Wi-Fi is not on, tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your tablet to detect nearby networks. Tap the name of your network and enter a security password, if needed.
To view your browsing history, bookmarks or frequently visited sites, open the browser then tap the menu icon in the top-right corner. You can open multiple tabs. When a page is open, tap the small New tab button. Simply tap one of the open tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages. New tab Pinch to zoom in or out of pages. Tap and hold an item on a page to open a contextual menu.
Composing an email Composing an email 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet. Open the application menu and tap Gmail. Tap the Compose icon (shown right). Enter the recipient's email address, the subject and message. When you are finished composing your message, tap Send. Setting up the Email application The Email application enables you to access email from most popular email providers. Most accounts can be set up in two steps.
Item Description Maps Get easy-to-follow directions using Google Maps. Messenger Text a person or group of people from your Google+ account with this messenging service. Navigation Turn-by-turn navigation with live traffic, multiple visible layers and text-to-speech take you where you want to go. People Organize the people in your life with this contact manager, which syncs with your google mail account. Talk Chat with your friends, with text, sound and video.
Online applications You can browse Google Play by category or tap the search icon to search for a specific application. Once you have selected an application, tap the Install button to download and install the application. You will be told which services (contact information, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the application requires access to in order to function correctly. If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation.
Important: Some applications may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Checkout account in order to pay for these applications. Using downloaded applications Once you’ve downloaded and installed an application, you may find it in the APPS or WIDGETS sections of the Application menu. Certain applications provide both an App and widgets, or only provide a widget (with no application icon). See "Personalizing the Home screen" on page 13.
Online applications Google Hangouts Note: Google Hangouts may not be available in all countries and regions. You need to activate a Google account before you can use Google Hangouts. Tap Hangouts from the application menu to open Google Hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have connected, you can open a video chat session.
Playing music and video Multimedia playback Your tablet comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content. Play Music Use Play Music to listen to music and other audio files that you download or copy from your computer, usb drive, or mass storage device, etc. Tap APPS > Play Music to open the application. Note: Controls in Play Music change slightly depending on screen orientation (i.e. portrait or landscape view).
Multimedia playback Adjusting audio settings using Dolby Digital Plus Your tablet comes with Dolby Digital Plus audio enhancement features, which include Surround Virtualizer (for both headphones and the built-in speakers), Dialogue Enhancer, and Volume Leveler. You can select Movie, Music, Game and Voice presets which are optimized for each mode. You can also configure two custom modes. 1. Open the Settings app. 2. Tap Dolby in the Settings menu. 3.
Managing people and contacts Your tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal memory or your Google account. Tap People from the Home screen or the application menu to view your contacts. If you don’t have any contacts stored on your tablet, you can sync with your Google account contacts, import contacts from a contact data file (vCard or csv) or add a new contact.
Editing a contact If you have opened a new or existing contact, you can enter information about the contact: Simply tap on a box and type the appropriate information. Click on the arrow next to the name entry to see options, such as adding a name prefix or phonetic name. To enter multiple entries, such as separate entries for mobile and home phone numbers, tap the plus sign to create a second entry. Tap the minus sign to remove an entry. Tap Add another field for more categories.
Starred contacts You may quickly access your favorite contacts by adding a star. First open the contact, then tap the star next to the contact’s name. Tap All contacts and select Starred to see only your favorite contacts. Editing a contact on your computer If you have synchronized your Google account and contacts, you can use your computer to access and edit your contact list. Open the Internet browser on your computer and go to contacts.google.com.
Camera icons and indicators Using the camera and camcorder Your tablet features both front and rear-facing digital cameras. This section will take you through the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet. Note: It is recommended that you insert a microSD Card into the microSD slot before using the camera. Please note you can only save photos and videos to internal memory or a microSD Card, not an external USB storage device. To activate the camera, open the application menu and tap Camera.
Camera modes Camera Panorama Camcorder The panorama mode allows you to take multiple photos of a scene which are then "stitched" together to create a single photograph.
Camera icons and indicators Camera settings Front/rear camera swap Settings HDR mode Exposure White balance Options Icon Description Exposure Increase or decrease image exposure: +1, 0, -1. Options • Select the scenery mode for Auto, Night, Sunset or Party. • Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the image information. • Set the resolution of the image: Front:VGA, QVGA, Rear: 1 to 5MP.
Taking a photo 1. Ensure the options described above are set to your preferences. 2. Frame your subject and steady your tablet. 3. Pinch to zoom in or out as needed. Note: When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of the final image. 4. Tap the shutter button to take the photo. After taking a photo, swipe across the screen from right to left to view the photo you took in the Gallery.
Shooting a video Camcorder settings Front/rear camera swap White balance Options Icon Description Options • Turn the Time lapse feature on or off, to shoot a slow motion video, set the interval between single frames in this menu. • Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the video information. White balance Change the color balance to match the lighting: Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Fluorescent or Cloudy. Front/rear camcorder swap Toggles between the front and rear camcorder.
Supported formats Type Formats Image JPEG Video H.264 BP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263 Audio AAC-LC, AMR-WB, AMR-NB Viewing photos and videos After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved; normally to internal memory. You can view it by tapping the thumbnail in the top-right corner of the screen. Alternatively, open the application menu and tap Gallery, then Camera. Select the photo or video you want to view (videos are marked with a small play symbol).
Wireless & Networks Advanced settings Access Settings from the Application menu. Tap APPS, then Settings. Wireless & Networks Activating or deactivating connections Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each connection has an ON/OFF switch that controls the connection. Tap an entry to manage your connection settings. Alternatively, use the right side of the status bar to manage connection settings.
Note: Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the tablet's software which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. Data Usage The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to your tablet, either in total or for each App. This information is useful if you are using a metered service.
Personal Display You can adjust your tablet screen settings by tapping APPS > Settings > Display. Item Description Wallpaper Set the Home screen background image. Brightness Adjusts screen brightness. Daydream Adjusts what displays in Daydream screen saver mode. Font size Sets the font size so either more text is visible or the text is easier to read. HDMI settings Configures a display connected to the HDMI Micro port Sleep Sets a delay before the screen will be turned off.
Some applications, such as People, Gmail, and Calendar, can sync data from multiple accounts. Others sync data only from the first Google Account you sign in to on your tablet, or from an account associated specifically with that application. For some applications, such as People or Calendar, all changes that you make on your tablet are made to the synchronised copy on the Internet.
• • • • • Updating your tablet’s operating system Set the alarm time. Set which days to repeat the alarm. Set a ringtone. Enable or disable vibrate. Give it a label (i.e., a name). Updating your tablet’s operating system Your tablet can download and install system updates, adding support for new devices or expanding software options. To check for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System updates > Check now.
FAQ and troubleshooting This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your tablet, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect Question Answer Audio Why is there no sound coming from the device? If the headset is plugged into the device, the speaker is automatically shut off. Disconnect the headset. Check that the device volume setting is not muted. Check that the volume control is not at its lowest setting.
Aspect Other sources of help Question Answer How do I check memory status? To check storage status, go to Settings > Storage. What do I do when my device’s internal storage is full or almost full? You may need to delete installed apps or move media files to the micoSD card. I forgot my unlock pattern. After five wrong entries, you can reset your unlock pattern. Tap Forgotten pattern? and enter your Google account username and password.
Specifications Performance • MTK MT8125 quad-core Cortex A7 1.2 GHz processor • System memory: • 1 GB DDR3L RAM on-board • 16 or 32 GB of flash memory Google Android™ 4.2 (Jelly Bean) operating system Display • 10.
Camera • Front camera • 640 x 480 resolution, 0.3-megapixel • Fixed focus • Rear camera • 2592 x 1944 resolution, 5-megapixel • 1080p Full HD audio/video recording Expansion • microSD card up to 32 GB (SDHC 2.0 compatible) Battery • 27 Wh 3540 mAh 3.7 V 2-cell Li-polymer battery pack, battery life: 11 hours Note: Length of battery operation will depend on power consumption which is based on system resource use.
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