Lenovo Smart Tab M8 User Guide Lenovo TB-8505FS Lenovo TB-8505XS All information labeled with * in this guide refers only to the WLAN+LTE model (Lenovo TB-8505XS).
Basics Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the following: Safety, Warranty & Quick Start Guide Regulatory Notice "Important safety and handling information" in "Appendix". The Safety, Warranty & Quick Start Guide and the Regulatory Notice are available on the website at http://support.lenovo.com. Note: All pictures and illustrations in this document are for your reference only and may differ from the final product.
The home screen is the starting point for using your device. For your convenience, the home screen is already set up with some useful apps and widgets. Note: Your device's features and the home screen may be different depending on your location, language, carrier, and device model. You can customize your home screen at any time. Home screen On the default home screen, there is a Google Search bar and some useful apps.
Swipe up from the bottom of your screen to the top. View recent apps Swipe up from the bottom of your screen. Then you can do the following: Swipe left or right to switch to the app you want to open. Swipe an app window up to close it. Swipe up from the bottom and click "clear all" in the middle to stop running all applications. Notifications and Quick Settings The Notifications panel informs you of new messages, USB connection, and activities in progress such as file downloading.
Multi-User Multi -User Preferences There are three user types: Owner: An owner has full control over all user permissions and manages all user accounts. Guest: There is only one Guest account. A Guest has restricted access to the device. New User: There can be multiple user accounts, including accounts for standard users and child user. A standard user can manage child user accounts. In child user accounts, there are many child-friendly apps available including videos, games, music and more.
Deleting a user account Tap Settings > Users & accounts > Multiple users , and tap the icon located beside the account you would like to delete, then tap DELETE USER > DELETE .
Face-recognition Different users can set face -recognition to unlock the tablet or switch to their own user interface quickly. Adding a face -recognition You can add one face -recognition. Go to Settings > Security & location > Face-recognition , follow the instructions on the screen. Note: A lock screen pattern, PIN, or password is required to use face -recognition -related functions. Other users can also set their own face data based on the above operations.
Camera To open the Camera app, go to Camera . Taking photos and videos You can take photos and record videos with your device's built-in camera. Tap to take a photo. Tap to record a video. Tap to switch between the front and the rear camera. Taking screenshots Press and hold the Power and the Volume down buttons at the same time to take a screenshot. Viewing pictures and videos Photos and videos are stored in your device's internal storage.
Network You need to set up a wireless network before connecting to the Internet. Set up a WLAN network. *Set up a mobile network. Set up a VPN network. You can also share your mobile network with others. *Set up a hotspot (WLAN version does not support SIM card insertion and hotspot creation.) Setting up a WLAN network Go to Settings > Network & Internet > WLAN. Turn on the WLAN switch and tap a WLAN hotspot in the list to connect to the Internet.
Internet You can browse the web if your device is connected to a wireless network or a cellular network. To open the browser app, go to Chrome. Visiting websites You can use the Chrome app to visit websites. Type a web address You don't need to type the full web address of an "http://" website to access it. To visit "http://www.lenovo.com", simply type "www.lenovo.com" into the address bar and tap Search for keywords You can also type keywords into the address bar to search for webpages.
Bookmark webpages Tap Tap to add a webpage to Bookmarks . > Bookmarks to view bookmarks. Setting accessibility preferences Tap > Settings > Accessibility to set the text scaling and the webpage zoom.
Google Assistant Google Assistant on your Tablet Lenovo Smart Tab M8 includes Google Assistant integration for supported languages. Set up Google Assistant To open the Google Assistant, touch and hold the Home button, tap "Sign In ", and follow the on -screen prompts to set up the Google Assistant. Say "OK Google" and "Hey Google" when prompted to teach the Google Assistant to recognize your voice and complete the setup process.
You can enable Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode by going to Google App > More > Settings > Google Assistant > Assistant > Tablet to enable Ambient Mode. Google Assistant's Ambient Mode will turn your tablet into a digital photo frame, easily control music and smart home devices, and quickly access your most important updates while your tablet is putting into the cradle. Google will release more features for Ambient Mode over time.
Gmail You can send and receive emails if your device is connected to a wireless network. To access the Gmail app, go to Gmail. Setting up a Gmail account You can sign into Gmail if you have a Gmail account. If not, you will need to create a Gmail account. You can also sign in with email accounts provided by other companies. Using Gmail After setting up your gmail account, you can use the Gmail app to send and receive emails.
Maps You need to select the following settings before you can use Maps. Go to Settings > Security & location > Location and enable location access for Google apps. Finding a location Type the address that you want to find, then press Search here . You can also tap to speak the address you want to search for. Current location Tap to see your current location. Planning a route Tap and type in "Your location" and "Choose destination", or just choose the starting point as "Your location".
Sync You can transfer data between your device and computer such as music, pictures, videos, documents, Android application package (APK) files, and so on. Connecting your device to your computer Connect your device and computer using a USB cable. Slide down from the top of the screen. You will see "Charging this device via USB " in the notifications bar. Tap Charging this device via USB to view other options.
USB tethering: Choose this mode if you want to provide the network to other devices via a data cable
Settings Setting the language 1. Go to Settings > System > Languages & input > Languages > Add a language . 2. Select the language that you want to add. 3. Press and hold to drag the added language to the first line. Setting screen lock Go to Settings > Security & location > Screen lock , and select screen lock mode. Setting sound Go to Settings > Sound . Here you can set the ringtone, default notification sound, default alarm sound, and so on. You can also set the ringing volume.
Appendix Important safety and handling information To avoid personal injury, property damage, or accidental damage to the product, read all of the information in this section before using the product. For additional tips to help you operate your device safely, go to http://www.lenovo.com/safety . Handle your device with care Do not drop, bend, or puncture your device; do not insert foreign objects into or place heavy objects on your device. Sensitive components inside might become damaged.
Use a standard data cable to connect the device to a PC or a device that complies with USB 2.0 or higher. Charging devices might become warm during normal use. Ensure that you have adequate ventilation around the charging device. Unplug the charging device if any of the following occurs: The charging device has been exposed to rain, liquid, or excessive moisture. The charging device shows signs of physical damage. You want to clean the charging device.
hackers, spyware, and other malicious activities that might damage your device, software, or data. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have adequate protection in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti -spyware software and keep such software up to date. Keep electrical appliances away from your device. These include electric fans, radios, high -powered speakers, air -conditioners, and microwave ovens.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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Please free up some memory and try to install again. The touch screen does not work or is not sensitive Please press and hold the On/Off button for more than 10 seconds until the device turns off. Then switch it on again in normal way. Device does not power on or system crashes Please charge the battery for half an hour and then press and hold the On/Off button for more than 10 seconds until the device turns off. Then switch it on again in normal way.
