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  • Page 1 ICONIA TAB A701 S E R V I C E G U I D E G U I D E...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1. Hardware Specifications and Configurations Features ............1-2 Tablet tour.
  • Page 3 ICONIA TAB A701 ........
  • Page 4 Updates Copyright Copyright © 2012 by Acer Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
  • Page 5 Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: WARNING: Indicates a potential for personal injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potential loss of data or damage to equipment. IMPORTANT: Indicates information that is important to know for the proper completion of a procedure, choice of an option, or completing a task.
  • Page 6 For Acer-authorized service providers: Your Acer office may have a different part number code than those given in the FRU list of this printed service guide. The list provided by your regional Acer office must be used to order FRU...
  • Page 7 CHAPTER Hardware Specifications and Configurations Hardware Specifications and Configurations ....1-2 Features ............1-2 Tablet tour .

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Hardware Specifications And Configurations

    Hardware Specifications and Configurations Features The following is a summary of the computer’s many features: Form Factor • 10.1” Tablet Operating System • Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 Platform • Tegra T30S 1.3GHz (Quad-core) ® • Ultra Low Power GeForce System Memory •...
  • Page 9 Camera Main Camera • 5MP with Auto focus • Video capture at 30fps @ 1080p in MP4 format Second Camera • 1MP HD Camera • Video capture at 30fps @ 720p in MP4 format Connectivity WLAN • 3G Module Huawei EM820W •...
  • Page 10 Expansion Slot • MicroSD memory card up to 32G (SDHC 2.0 compatible) I/O Ports • Mini SIM Card slot • MicroSD memory Card slot • Micro-B Hyper USB Client • HDMI D-type Dimensions and Weight Dimension • 260.0 (H) x 175 (W) x 10.95 (D) mm (with bezel) Weight •...
  • Page 11 Accessory In Box • Micro USB to USB female cable • Charger + Plug • NOTE: Protective film is not included. Optional • MicroSD card • Dock with IR remote control • HDMI cable • Pouch • Bluetooth Keyboard Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 12: Tablet Tour

    Tablet tour Front View Figure 1:1. Front View Item Description Detects ambient light and automatically adjusts the screen Light Sensor brightness. Camera A 1-megapixel camera for video chatting and self-portrait images. Touch Screen 10.1-inch, 1920 x 1200 capacitive touch screen. Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 13: Rear View

    Rear View Figure 1:2. Rear View Item Description Camera A 5-megapixel camera for taking high resolution images. Speakers Emits stereo audio. Microphone Receives audio input. Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 14: Top View

    Top View Figure 1:3. Top View Icon Item Description Microphone Receives audio input. Screen Rotation Use this switch to lock the screen rotation or allow the Lock Switch screen to match the orientation of the tablet. Volume Control Increases or decreases the tablet volume. Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 15: Bottom View

    Bottom View Figure 1:4. Bottom View Icon Item Description Insert a pointed object, such as a paper clip, into the Reset Hole reset hole to reset the tablet to its factory defaults. Micro-B USB Port Connects to a computer with a USB cable. Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 16: Left View

    Left View Figure 1:5. Left View Icon Item Description • Press and hold to turn the tablet on or off. Power Button • Press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode. Headset Jack Connects to stereo headphones. 1-10 Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Figure 1:6. Right View Item Description SIM/MicroSD Card Slot Insert a mini SIM and a microSD card into the slots under Cover this cover. HDMI Micro (Type D) Connects to an HDMI cable with a Type D connector. Port Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-11...

  • Page 18: System Block Diagram

    System Block Diagram Figure 1:7. System Block Diagram 1-12 Hardware Specifications and Configurations...

  • Page 19: Specifications Table

    Specifications Table Computer specifications Item Metric Imperial Dimensions Length 260 mm 10.23 in Width 175 mm 6.89 in Height (front to rear) 10.95 mm 0.431 in Weight (equipped with optical ~705g for 3G SKU ~ 1.54 lbs drive, flash drive, and battery) Input power Operating voltage AC Input: 100V ~ 240V DC Output: 18W, 12V/1.5A...
  • Page 20 S IC T30S-A3 1.3G FCCSP 681P CPU Graphics Processor Ultra-LOW Power Nvidia GeForce GPU with OpenGL ES 2.0 LVDS transmitter 1RLP105ANQG8_QFN148_11X11 PTPS6591102AA2ZRCR LDDR2 1G ( Base on Acer’s AVL) ULPI Phy for USB Bluetooth Azurewave AW-NH660 Wireless Azurewave AW-NH660 BCM47511IFBG_FBGA100...
  • Page 21 Processor Item Specification ® Cortex-A9 MPCore™ (Quad-Core) Processor with NEON technology CPU package 681 Ball 14*14mm IHS-FCCSP NOTE: No CPU Fan in this product. Processor Specifications Bus Speed Cache Core Item Cores Mfg Tech Package Speed (FSB/DMI/QBI) Size Voltage 14 x 14 mm Quad 40nm T30S...
  • Page 22 Hard Disk Drive Interface Item Specification Sandisk Samsung Vendor & S IC FL 16G SDIN5C1-16G TFBGA S IC FL 32G KLMBG8FEJA-A001 Model Name 169P FW PA33 Capacity (GB) DC Power Requirements VCC: 2.85V Voltage tolerance VCCQ: 1.8V Audio Codec Interface Item Specification Audio Controller...
  • Page 23 Audio Amplifier IC Item Specification Amplifier IC APA2010HAI-TRG • Differential & Single-Ended input mode • Output Power at 1%THD+N • 2.4W, at VDD=5V, RL=4 ohm (WLCSP-9) • Output Power at 10%THD+N • 3.1W, at VDD=5V, RL=4 ohm (WLCSP-9) • No external output L-C filter required •...
  • Page 24 Item Specification Electrical Interface 2 channel LVDS Viewing Angle (degree) Min : 80 (Right) / 80 (Left) / 80 (Upper) / 80 (Lower) Horizontal (Right) CR = 10 (Left) Typ : 89 (Right) / 89 (Left) / 89 (Upper) / 89 (Lower) Vertical (Upper) CR = 10 (Lower) No LCD Inverter for this product Display Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution)
  • Page 25 3G Card Item Specification • UMTS /WCDMA 1, 2, 5, 8 2100 /1900 / 850 / 900 • HSPA+ : HSDPA up to 21Mbps / Huawei EM820W HSUPA up to 5.76Mbps • GSM / GPRS / EDGE 850MHz / 900MHz / 1800Mhz / 1900Mhz Wireless Module 802.11b/g/n Item Specification...
  • Page 26 Video Interface Item Specification Chipset N/A (Graphic function is embedded in CPU) Package Interface Compatibility Sampling rate VRAM Item Specification Chipset Memory size Interface USB Port Item Specification USB compliance level USB2.0 Modes Client & Host Speed Low, Full and High Number of USB port(s) 1 port (1 port for Host &...
  • Page 27 AC Adapter Item Specification Total output power 0.5A(RMS)Max. @120Vac Maximum input AC current 0.25A(RMS)Max. @240Vac 40A Max. for 120VAC at Max load Inrush current 60A Max. for 240VAC at Max load (At cold start) Efficiency Meet EPA 2.0 System Power Management Item Specification Mech.
  • Page 28 MicroSD Card Reader Item Specification Chipset SD function is supported by CPU. Package Interface SDIO Maximum supported size Follow up SD card spec Features Storage cards with adapter: microSD™ System LED Indicator Item Specification • White color solid on: System on System state •...
  • Page 29 Hardware IRQ System Function IRQ5* IRQ6 IRQ7* IRQ8 IRQ9* IRQ10* IRQ11 IRQ12 IRQ13 IRQ14 IRQ15 NOTE: Default configuration; audio possible configurations are IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, or none. NOTE: ExpressCards may assert IRQ3, IRQ4, IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, IRQ11, or IRQ15. Either the infrared or the serial port may assert IRQ3 or IRQ4.
  • Page 30 I/O Address (hex) System Function (Shipping Configuration) 065 - 06F 070 - 071 072 - 07F 080 - 08F 090 - 091 093 - 09F 0A0 - 0A1 I/O Address (hex) 0A2 - 0BF 0C0 - 0DF 0E0 - 0EF 0F0 - 0F1 0F2 - 0FF 100 - 16F...
  • Page 31 I/O Address (hex) System Function (Shipping Configuration) 2A0 - 2A7 2A8 - 2E7 2E8 - 2EF 2F0 - 2F7 2F8 - 2FF 300 - 31F 320 - 36F 370 - 377 378 - 37F 380 - 387 388 - 38B 38C - 3AF 3B0 - 3BB 3BC - 3BF...
  • Page 32 CHAPTER Diagnostic Utilities Diagnostic Utilities ........2-2 Introduction .

  • Page 33: Chapter 2. Diagnostic Utilities

    Diagnostic Utilities Introduction The ICONIA TAB A701 has a software tool designed to diagnose problems with its hardware components. Diagnostic Tool SOP Preparation • Diagnostic Tool • USB Driver of A701 for PC • USB cable • MicroSD card Tool Installation Install the USB driver in a PC/NB.
  • Page 34 Run Install QAJA1ACTPICS.bat. Figure 2:2. ACTP Folder Directory On the device, go to the applications screen and look for the diagnostic tool named ACTP. Figure 2:3. Device Applications Screen Tap the ACTP icon to start the testing process. (Figure 2:3) Diagnostic Utilities...

  • Page 35: Main Menu

    Main Menu The diagnostic tool tests the multi-touch, touch linearity, RGB, hardware keys, front camera, speaker, top microphone, SD, vibrator, and rear camera functionality. Select the function(s) you want to test, and then tap OK to start. Step 1 – Select item(s) Step 2 –...
  • Page 36 2. Touch Linearity Test (Touch Panel) Draw your finger along the yellow squares. The result is Pass if you fill all the yellow squares and Fail if you do not. The program returns to the main menu after the test is finished. Figure 2:6.
  • Page 37 4. Hardware Keys Test (Keys) Press the volume up, volume down and lock keys to verify if all keys work. A color change to green means key function works. Figure 2:8. Hardware Keys Test 5. Front Camera Aim the front side of the device at an object. Tap capture to test the picture taking functionality. Figure 2:9.
  • Page 38 6. Speakers Loud tone sounds in the left speaker and then switches to the right speaker. Figure 2:10. Speakers Test 7. Microphone Tap the screen to start the test. When recording appears, speak into the top side of the device. Check the recorded sound quality when the screen shows replaying.
  • Page 39 8. SD Card (SD Read/Write Test) Insert a microSD card into the device. Tap the screen to start the SD read and write test. Figure 2:12. SD Card Test (1 of 2) The screen shows a success message if the test is successful. Figure 2:13.
  • Page 40 10. Rear Camera Aim the rear side of the device at an object. Tap the capture button to test the picture taking functionality of the rear camera. Figure 2:15. Rear Camera Test Diagnostic Utilities...

  • Page 41: Uninstallation Procedures

    Uninstallation Procedures The diagnostic tool MUST be uninstalled once testing is done. IMPORTANT: DO NOT distribute this tool outside of the service center. On the device, go to Settings Apps. Tap the QAJA1ACTP icon. → Figure 2:16. Applications Menu Screen Tap Uninstall, and then tap OK to confirm.
  • Page 42 CHAPTER Jumper and Connectors Location Jumper and Connector Locations ......3-2 Mainboard Top View ..........3-2 Mainboard Bottom View .

  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Jumper And Connector Locations

    Jumper and Connector Locations Mainboard Top View JFUN1 JHDMI1 JMSD1 JTP1 JSIM1 Figure 5:1. Mainboard Top Table 5:1. Mainboard Top Jumper and Connectors Item Description Item Description JFUN1 Function PCB JMSD1 MicroSD JTP1 Touch PCB JSIM1 SIM Card JHDMI1 Micro HDMI Jumper and Connector Locations...

  • Page 44: Mainboard Bottom View

    Mainboard Bottom View PJP1 JMIC1 JCAM1 WIFANT GPSANT JMIN1 JDOCK1 JSPK1 JLVDS1 Figure 5:2. Mainboard Bottom Table 5:2. Mainboard Bottom Jumper and Connectors Item Description Item Description WIFANT WLAN Antenna JMINI1 Mini PCI Express PJP1 Battery JDOCK1 Dock PCB JMIC1 Microphone Connector JLVDS1 LVDS...
  • Page 45 CHAPTER Troubleshooting Troubleshooting .........4-2 General Information .

  • Page 46: General Information

    NOTE: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only Acer products. Non-Acer products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses. Obtain as much detail as possible about the problem.
  • Page 47 Table 4:1. Verified Symptoms Symptoms on page Figure 4:15. 3G Function Test Failure 3G Function Test Failure Page Other Functions Failure 4-19 If the issue is still not resolved, see on page 6-2. Online Support Information Troubleshooting...

  • Page 48: Power On Issues

    Power On Issues If the system does not power on, perform the following: Start Swap Docking/B Check Docking/B & to M/B FPC & To M/B FPC Swap Function/B Check Function/B & To M/B FFC & To M/B FFC Swap the BATT Check BATT Swap M/B Figure 4:1.

  • Page 49: No Display Issues

    No Display Issues If the system does not display, perform the following: Start Go to no power power on Trouble shooting step Swap LCD cable Check LCD cable Swap LCD panel LCD panel Swap M/B Figure 4:2. No Display Issues Troubleshooting...

  • Page 50: Lcd Picture Failure

    LCD Picture Failure If the LCD picture fails, perform the following: Start Swap LCD cable Check LCD cable Swap LCD panel Check LCD panel Swap M/B Figure 4:3. LCD Picture Failure Troubleshooting...

  • Page 51: Touch Screen Failure

    Touch Screen Failure If the touch screen fails, perform the following: Start Check touch Swap touch screen cable screen cable Check touch Swap touch screen small/B screen small/B Check touch Swap touch screen panel screen panel Swap M/B Figure 4:4. Touch Screen Failure Troubleshooting...

  • Page 52: Internal Speaker Failure

    Internal Speaker Failure If the internal speakers fail, perform the following: Start Swap SPK Check SPK Swap M/B Figure 4:5. Internal Speaker Failure Troubleshooting...

  • Page 53: Internal Microphone (Up) Failure

    Internal Microphone (Up) Failure If the internal upper microphone fails, perform the following: Start Swap the Check Up MIC the Up MIC Swap M/B Figure 4:6. Internal Microphone (Up) Failure Troubleshooting...

  • Page 54: Internal Microphone (Down) Failure

    Internal Microphone (Down) Failure If the internal (down) microphone fails, perform the following: Start Check Swap the Down MIC the Down MIC Swap Docking/B Check Docking/B Check Docking/B Swap the FPC To M/B FPC Swap M/B Figure 4:7. Internal Microphone (Down) Failure Troubleshooting 4-10...

  • Page 55: Extend Earphone Test Failure

    Extend Earphone Test Failure If the external earphone test fails, perform the following: Start Swap earphone Check earphone fixture fixture Check Function/B Swap Function/B Check Function/B Swap the FFC To M/B FFC Swap M/B Figure 4:8. Extend Earphone Test Failure 4-11 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 56: Led / Vibrator / Hw-Keys / L-Sensor Test Failure

    LED / Vibrator / HW-Keys / L-Sensor Test Failure If the LED / vibrator / HW-keys / L-sensor fails, perform the following: Start swap Function/B Check Function/B Check Function/B Swap the FFC To M/B FFC Swap M/B Figure 4:9. LED / Vibrator / HW-Keys / L-Sensor Test Failure Troubleshooting 4-12...

  • Page 57: Mini-Usb / E-Compass / Reset Test Failure

    Micro-USB / E-Compass / Reset Test Failure If the mini-USB / E-compass / reset test fails, perform the following: Start Swap Docking/B Check Docking/B Check Docking/B Swap the FPC To M/B FPC Swap M/B Figure 4:10. Mini-USB/E-Compass/Reset Test Failure 4-13 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 58: Docking Test Failure

    Docking Test Failure If the docking test fails, perform the following: Start Swap Docking Check Docking fixture fixture Swap Docking/B Check Docking/B Check Docking/B Swap the FPC To M/B FPC Swap M/B Figure 4:11. Docking Test Failure Troubleshooting 4-14...

  • Page 59: Front / Rear Camera Failure

    Front / Rear Camera Failure If the front or rear camera fails, perform the following: Start Check the Swap the camera/B Camera/B Swap M/B Figure 4:12. Front / Rear Camera Failure 4-15 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 60: Wifi & Bt Function Test Failure

    WiFi & BT Function Test Failure If the WiFi and BT functions fail, perform the following: Start Check the Swap the WiFi & BT antenna antenna Swap M/B Figure 4:13. WiFi and BT Function Test Failure Troubleshooting 4-16...

  • Page 61: Gps Function Test Failure

    GPS Function Test Failure If the GPS function test fails, perform the following: Start Swap the Check the antenna GPS antenna Swap M/B Figure 4:14. GPS Function Test Failure 4-17 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 62: 3G Function Test Failure

    3G Function Test Failure If the 3G function test fails, perform the following: Start Check the Swap the SIM Card SIM Card Check the Swap the 3G module 3G Module Check the Swap the 3G antenna 3G antenna Swap M/B Figure 4:15.

  • Page 63: Other Functions Failure

    Other Functions Failure If other functions, such as GYRO, G-Sensor, SD, and HDMI fail, perform the following: Check if the test fixture is ok. To test for mainboard fault, swap the mainboard. 4-19 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 64 CHAPTER Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance ........5-3 Introduction .
  • Page 65 CHAPTER Service and Maintenance (cont.) Mainboard Installation ........5-69 WLAN Antenna Removal .

  • Page 66: Chapter 5. Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance Introduction This chapter contains general information about the tablet, a list of tools needed to perform the required maintenance and step by step procedures on how to remove and install components from the tablet computer. Recommended Equipment The following tools are required to perform maintenance on the tablet: •...

  • Page 67: Maintenance Flowchart

    Maintenance Flowchart The flowchart in Figure3-1 provides a graphic representation of the module removal and installation sequences. It provides information on what components need to be removed and installed during servicing SIM / Micro SD Card Lower Case Microphone Function Microphone Speaker Speaker...

  • Page 68: Getting Started

    Getting Started The flowchart (Figure 3:1, page 3-4) identifies sections illustrating the entire removal and installation sequence. Observe the order of the sequence to avoid damage to any of the hardware components. Perform the following prior to performing any maintenance procedures: Place the system on a flat work surface.

  • Page 69: Sim And Sd Card Removal

    SIM and Micro SD Card Removal Open the SIM / micro SD card cover. Figure 3:3. Opening the SIM / Micro SD Card Cover Push the SIM card to eject it from the slot, and then remove the SIM card. Figure 3:4.
  • Page 70 Push the micro SD card to eject it from the slot, and then remove the micro SD card. Figure 3:5. Removing the Micro SD Card Secure the SIM / micro SD card cover. Figure 3:6. Securing the SIM / Micro SD Card Cover Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 71: Sim And Microsd Card Installation

    SIM and Micro SD Card Installation Open the SIM / micro SD card cover. (Figure 3:3, page 3-6) Push the SIM card into the slot until it clicks into place. Figure 3:7. Installing the SIM Card Push the micro SD card into the slot until it clicks into place. Figure 3:8.

  • Page 72: Lower Case Removal

    Lower Case Removal Prerequisite: on page SIM and Micro SD Card Removal Open the SIM / micro SD card cover. Figure 3:9. Opening the SIM / Micro SD Card Cover Insert the pointed plastic pry into the slot next to the SIM / micro SD card cover to unlock the latch.
  • Page 73 Starting from the edge shown in Figure 3-8, release the latches from the bezel with your hands. Figure 3:11. Unlocking the Right IO Cover Latches (2 of 4) Insert the plastic pry into the slot to unlock the lower latch. Figure 3:12.
  • Page 74 Release the latches from the bezel with your hands. Figure 3:13. Unlocking the Right IO Cover Latches (4 of 4) Insert the plastic pry into the gap between the headset jack and the left IO cover, and then pry to unlock the left IO cover latch. Figure 3:14.
  • Page 75 Release the latches from the bezel with your hands. Figure 3:15. Unlocking the Left IO Cover Latches (2 of 2) Remove the screws. Figure 3:16. Removing the Screws 5-12 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 76 Release the left side of the lower case from the latches of the bezel. TIP: Place your wrist on the lower case and apply pressure while pulling the lower case from the bezel with your fingers. Figure 3:17. Releasing the Side Latches (1 of 3) Pry with both hands to release the side latches from the bezel.
  • Page 77 Pull the bezel to release the right side of the lower case. Figure 3:19. Releasing the Side Latches (3 of 3) CAUTION: Do not abruptly pull the lower case from the bezel, connectors underneath must be disconnected first. Hold up the lower case and remove the protective tape covering the battery cable connector. Figure 3:20.
  • Page 78 Disconnect the battery cable from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:21. Disconnecting the Battery Cable Remove the protective tape covering the docking cable. Figure 3:22. Removing the Protective Tape Service and Maintenance 5-15...
  • Page 79 Disconnect the docking cable from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:23. Disconnecting the Docking Cable Remove the lower case from the bezel. 5-16 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 80: Lower Case Installation

    Lower Case Installation Before installing the lower case, make sure the following are installed: • Rear microphone (if not, perform on page 3-82). Microphone (Rear) Installation • Docking board (if not, perform on page 3-85). Docking Board Installation Place a sponge on the marked area below. Figure 3:24.
  • Page 81 Attach the protective tape to secure the docking board cable in place. Figure 3:26. Attaching the Protective Tape Connect the battery cable connector to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:27. Connecting the Battery Cable 5-18 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 82 Attach the protective tape to cover the battery cable connector. Figure 3:28. Attaching the Protective Tape Align the right edge of the lower case with the connectors slot on the bezel. Figure 3:29. Installing the Lower Case (1 of 5) Service and Maintenance 5-19...
  • Page 83 Make sure the Lock key on the lower case (A) and the Lock key on the bezel (B) are on the unlock position. Figure 3:30. Installing the Lower Case (2 of 5) Using the plastic pry, slightly push the left side of the lower case to secure the left side of the bezel.
  • Page 84 Install and secure the lower case to the bezel latches. Figure 3:32. Installing the Lower Case (4 of 5) Secure the screws to the bezel. Figure 3:33. Installing the Lower Case (5 of 5) Service and Maintenance 5-21...
  • Page 85 Install and secure the left IO cover to the bezel latches. Figure 3:34. Installing the Left IO Cover Install and secure the lower right IO cover to the bezel latches. Figure 3:35. Installing the Right IO Cover (1 of 2) 5-22 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 86 Install and secure the upper right IO cover to the bezel latches. Figure 3:36. Installing the Right IO Cover (2 of 2) Close the SIM / micro SD card cover. Figure 3:37. Closing the SIM / Micro SD Card Cover Table 3:4.

  • Page 87: Microphone (Front) Removal

    Microphone (Front) Removal Prerequisite on page Lower Case Removal Remove the microphone cable connector from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:38. Removing the Front Microphone (1 of 2) Using the plastic pry, push up to remove the microphone from the slot. Figure 3:39.

  • Page 88: Microphone (Front) Installation

    Microphone (Front) Installation Install the microphone to the microphone slot of the bezel. Figure 3:40. Installing the Front Microphone (1 of 2) Route the microphone cable to pass underneath the battery cable (A) and the mainboard tab (B). Then, connect the microphone cable connector to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:41.

  • Page 89: Camera Module Removal

    Camera Module Removal Prerequisite: on page Lower Case Removal Disconnect the camera cable from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:42. Disconnecting the Camera Cable Using the plastic pry, remove the rear camera from the slot. Figure 3:43. Removing the Camera (1 of 3) 5-26 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 90 Using the plastic pry, push one side of the front camera to remove the camera out from the slot. Figure 3:44. Removing the Camera (2 of 3) Remove the camera module from the bezel. Figure 3:45. Removing the Camera (3 of 3) Service and Maintenance 5-27...

  • Page 91: Camera Module Installation

    Camera Module Installation Align the camera module to the camera slots and the connector on the mainboard. Figure 3:46. Aligning the Camera Module Push the front camera down to the slot until it locks into place. Figure 3:47. Installing the Camera (1 of 3) 5-28 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 92 Install the rear camera to the camera slot on the bezel. Figure 3:48. Installing the Camera (2 of 3) Connect the camera cable to the connector on the mainboard. Make sure the connectors click into place. Figure 3:49. Installing the Camera (3 of 3) Install the lower case (see on page 3-17).

  • Page 93: Function Board Removal

    Function Board Removal Prerequisite: on page Lower Case Removal Remove the protective tape securing the antenna cable. Figure 3:50. Removing the Protective Tape Remove the screws securing the function board to the bezel. Figure 3:51. Removing the Function Board Screws 5-30 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 94 Insert the plastic pry into the headset jack and then lift to remove the function board from the latches on the bezel. Figure 3:52. Removing the Function Board (1 of 2) Slightly pull the function board to remove the board from the bezel. Figure 3:53.
  • Page 95 Turn the function board over and remove the protective tape covering the function board cable. Figure 3:54. Removing the Protective Tape Disconnect the function board cable from the function board connector. Figure 3:55. Disconnecting the Function Board Cable 5-32 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 96: Function Board Installation

    Function Board Installation Prerequisite: on page Battery Removal 3-51 Connect the function board cable connector (colored side up) to the function board connector. Figure 3:56. Connecting the Function Board Cable Secure the protective tape covering the function board connector. Figure 3:57. Securing the Protective Tape Install the battery (see on page 3-54).
  • Page 97 Align and push the function board to lock on the latches on the bezel. Figure 3:58. Securing the Function Board Secure the screws to the function board and the bezel. Figure 3:59. Securing the Function Board Screws 5-34 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 98 Attach the protective tape to secure the antenna cable. Figure 3:60. Attaching the Protective Tape Install the lower case (see on page 3-17). Lower Case Installation Service and Maintenance 5-35...

  • Page 99: Speaker (Left) Removal

    Speaker (Left) Removal Prerequisite: on page Lower Case Removal Remove the screws securing the left speaker to the bezel. Figure 3:61. Removing the Left Speaker Screws Remove the protective tape. Figure 3:62. Removing the Protective Tape 5-36 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 100 Remove the left speaker from the bezel. Figure 3:63. Remove the Left Speaker Service and Maintenance 5-37...

  • Page 101: Speaker (Left) Installation

    Speaker (Left) Installation Install the left speaker to the bezel and route the cable to the guides on the battery. Figure 3:64. Installing the Left Speaker Attach the protective tape to secure the speaker cable. Figure 3:65. Attaching the Protective Tape 5-38 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 102 Attach the screws to secure the left speaker. Figure 3:66. Securing the Left Speaker Screws Install the lower case (see on page 3-17). Lower Case Installation Table 3:5. Left Speaker Screws Screw Name Screw Type Quantity M 1.6 x 3.0 Service and Maintenance 5-39...

  • Page 103: Speaker (Right) Removal

    Speaker (Right) Removal Prerequisite on page Lower Case Removal Remove the protective tape covering the touch control board. Figure 3:67. Removing the Protective Tape Remove the adhesive strip from the bezel Figure 3:68. Removing the Adhesive Strip 5-40 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 104 Disconnect the LCD touch module cable connectors. Figure 3:69. Disconnecting the LCD Touch Module Cable Connectors Disconnect the speaker cable connector from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:70. Disconnecting the Speaker Cable Service and Maintenance 5-41...
  • Page 105 Remove the two (2) screws securing the speaker to the bezel. Figure 3:71. Removing the Speaker Screws Lift to remove the right speaker. Figure 3:72. Removing the Right Speaker Table 3:6. Right Speaker Screws Screw Name Screw Type Quantity M 1.6 x 3.0 5-42 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 106: Speaker (Right) Installation

    Speaker (Right) Installation Install the right speaker. Figure 3:73. Installing the Right Speaker Attach the two (2) screws to secure the right speaker to the bezel. Figure 3:74. Securing the Right Speaker Screws Service and Maintenance 5-43...
  • Page 107 Connect the speaker cable connector to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:75. Connect the Speaker Cable Connect the LCD touch module cable connectors to the connectors on the touch control board. Figure 3:76. Connecting the Touch Control Cable 5-44 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 108 Attach the adhesive strip to secure the LCD touch module cables. Figure 3:77. Attaching the Adhesive Strip Attach the protective tape to cover the touch control board. Figure 3:78. Attaching the Protective Tape Install the lower case. (see on page 3-17). Lower Case Installation Service and Maintenance 5-45...
  • Page 109 Table 3:7. Right Speaker Screws Screw Name Screw Type Quantity M 1.6 x 3.0 5-46 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 110: 3G Module Removal

    3G Module Removal Prerequisite: on page Lower Case Removal Disconnect the 3G main (red) and auxiliary (blue) antenna cables. Figure 3:79. Disconnecting the 3G Antenna Cables Remove the screw securing the 3G module to the bezel. Figure 3:80. Removing the 3G Module Screw Service and Maintenance 5-47...
  • Page 111 Disconnect the 3G module from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:81. Removing the 3G Module 5-48 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 112: 3G Module Installation

    3G Module Installation Connect the 3G module to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:82. Installing the 3G Module Secure the 3G module screw. Figure 3:83. Securing the 3G Module Screw Service and Maintenance 5-49...
  • Page 113 Connect the 3G antenna cables to the 3G module connectors. Figure 3:84. Connecting the 3G Antenna Cables Install the lower case (see on page 3-17). Lower Case Installation Table 3:8. 3G Module Screw Screw Name Screw Type Quantity M 2.0 x 2.5 5-50 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 114: Battery Removal

    Battery Removal Prerequisite: on page Speaker (Left) Removal 3-36 on page Function Board Removal 3-30 on page Camera Module Removal 3-26 Figure 3:85. Modules to Remove Before Battery Removal Remove the protective tape securing the cables. Figure 3:86. Removing the Protective Tape Service and Maintenance 5-51...
  • Page 115 Disconnect the 3G main anntena cable (red) from the mainboard connector and set the cable aside. Note that the 3G main antenna cable is routed through the guides around the battery. Figure 3:87. Disconnecting the 3G Main Antenna Cable Disconnect the GPS antenna cable (green) from the mainboard connector and remove the cable from the guides around the battery.
  • Page 116 Remove the screw securing the battery to the bezel. Figure 3:89. Removing the Battery Screw Remove the battery. Figure 3:90. Removing the Battery Service and Maintenance 5-53...

  • Page 117: Battery Installation

    Battery Installation Before installing the battery, make sure the following are installed: • Touch Control Board (if not, perform on page 3-60). Touch Control Board Installation • Mainboard (if not, perform on page 3-70). Mainboard Installation Perform steps 1 and 2 of the on page 3-33.
  • Page 118 Perform steps 4 to 6 of the on page 3-33. Function Board Installation Attach the rubber pad on the area marked below. Figure 3:93. Installing the Rubber Pad Connect the GPS antenna connector to the mainboard connector. Then, route the GPS antenna cable to pass underneath the battery cable and through the guides around the battery.
  • Page 119 Connect the 3G main antenna connector to the mainboard connector. Then, route the 3G main antenna cable to pass underneath the battery cable and through the guides around the battery. Figure 3:95. Connecting the 3G Main Antenna Install the left speaker (see on page 3-43).

  • Page 120: Touch Control Board Removal

    Touch Control Board Removal Prerequisite: on page Battery Removal 3-51 Remove the protective tape covering the touch control board. Figure 3:96. Removing the Protective Tape Disconnect touch control board cable from the touch control board connector. Figure 3:97. Disconnecting the Touch Control Board Cable Service and Maintenance 5-57...
  • Page 121 Remove the adhesive strip from the bezel. Figure 3:98. Removing the Adhesive Strip Disconnect the LCD touch module cable connectors. Figure 3:99. Disconnecting the LCD Touch Module Cable Connectors 5-58 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 122 Pull up to remove the touch control board from the bezel. Figure 3:100. Removing the Touch Control Board Service and Maintenance 5-59...

  • Page 123: Touch Control Board Installation

    Touch Control Board Installation Align and place the touch control board to its slot. Push slightly to secure the adhesives on the touch control board to the bezel. Figure 3:101. Installing the Touch Control Board Connect the LCD touch module cable connectors to the connectors on the touch control board. Figure 3:102.
  • Page 124 Attach the adhesive stirp to secure the LCD touch module cable. Figure 3:103. Attaching the Adhesive Strip Connect the touch control board cable connector (colored side up) to the touch control board. Figure 3:104. Connecting the Touch Control Board Cable Service and Maintenance 5-61...
  • Page 125 Attach the protective tape to cover the touch control board. Figure 3:105. Attaching the Protective Tape Attach a sponge on the marked area below. Figure 3:106. Attaching the Sponge Install the battery (see on page 3-54). Battery Installation 5-62 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 126: Lvds Cable Removal

    LVDS Cable Removal Prerequisite: on page Touch Control Board Removal 3-57 Remove the mylar attached to the LVDS cable from the mainboard. Figure 3:107. Removing the LVDS Cable (1 of 4) Disconnect the LVDS cable connector from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:108.
  • Page 127 Remove the mylar attached to the LVDS cable from the bezel. Figure 3:109. Removing the LVDS Cable (3 of 4) Disconnect the LVDS cable from the LCD panel connector. Figure 3:110. Removing the LVDS Cable (4 of 4) 5-64 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 128: Lvds Cable Installation

    LVDS Cable Installation Connect the LVDS cable connector to the LCD panel connector. Figure 3:111. Installing the LVDS Cable (1 of 4) Secure the mylar to the bezel. Figure 3:112. Installing the LVDS Cable (2 of 4) Service and Maintenance 5-65...
  • Page 129 Connect the LVDS cable connector to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:113. Installing the LVDS Cable (3 of 4) Secure the mylar to the mainboard. Figure 3:114. Installing the LVDS Cable (4 of 4) Install the touch control board (see on page 3-60). Touch Control Board Installation 5-66 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 130: Mainboard Removal

    Mainboard Removal Prerequisite: on page Battery Removal 3-51 on page 3G Module Removal 3-47 Disconnect the following connectors from the mainboard connectors: • Speaker cable connector (A) • LVDS cable connector (B) • WLAN antenna connector (C) • Front microphone connector (D) Figure 3:115.
  • Page 131 Remove the five (5) screws securing the mainboard to the bezel. Figure 3:116. Removing the Mainboard Screws On the bottom side of the mainboard, disconnect the touch control cable connector. Figure 3:117. Disconnecting the Touch Control Cable 5-68 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 132 Remove the protective tape covering the function board connector. Figure 3:118. Removing the Protective Tape Disconnect the function board cable connector from the mainboard connector. Figure 3:119. Disconnecting the Function Board Cable Service and Maintenance 5-69...

  • Page 133: Mainboard Installation

    Mainboard Installation Connect the function board cable connector (with MB label side up) to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:120. Connecting the Function Board Cable Secure the protective tape to cover the function board connector. Figure 3:121. Attaching the Protective Tape 5-70 Service and Maintenance...
  • Page 134 Connect the touch control board cable connector (with MB label side up) to the mainboard connector. Figure 3:122. Connecting the Touch Control Board Cable Secure the mainboard screws. Figure 3:123. Securing the Mainboard Screws Service and Maintenance 5-71...
  • Page 135 Connect the following cable connectors: • Speaker cable connector (A) • LVDS cable connector (B) • WLAN antenna connector (C) • Front microphone connector (D) Figure 3:124. Connecting the Cables to the Mainboard Install the battery (see on page 3-54). Battery Installation Table 3:10.

  • Page 136: Wlan Antenna Removal

    WLAN Antenna Removal Prerequisite: on page Mainboard Removal 3-67 Peel off the WLAN antenna metallic tape from the bezel. Figure 3:125. Removing the WLAN Antenna (1 of 2) Using the plastic pry, remove the WLAN antenna from the bezel. Figure 3:126. Removing the WLAN Antenna Service and Maintenance 5-73...

  • Page 137: Wlan Antenna Installation

    WLAN Antenna Installation Using the tweezers, align and install the WLAN antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel. Figure 3:127. Installing the WLAN Antenna (1 of 2) Attach the metallic tape to secure the WLAN antenna to the bezel. Figure 3:128.

  • Page 138: 3G Antenna (Main) Removal

    3G Antenna (Main) Removal Prerequisite: on page Mainboard Removal 3-67 Peel off the 3G main antenna metallic tape from the bezel. Figure 3:129. Removing the 3G Main Antenna (1 of 2) Using the plastic pry, remove the 3G main antenna from the bezel. Figure 3:130.

  • Page 139: 3G Antenna (Main) Installation

    3G Antenna (Main) Installation Using the tweezers, align and install the 3G main antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel. Figure 3:131. Installing the 3G Main Antenna (1 of 2) Attach the metallic tape to secure the 3G main antenna to the bezel. Figure 3:132.

  • Page 140: 3G Antenna (Aux) Removal

    3G Antenna (Aux) Removal Prerequisite: on page Mainboard Removal 3-67 Peel off the 3G auxiliary antenna metallic tape from the bezel. Figure 3:133. Removing the 3G Auxiliary Antenna (1 of 2) Using the plastic pry, remove the 3G auxiliary antenna from the bezel. Figure 3:134.

  • Page 141: 3G Antenna (Aux) Installation

    3G Antenna (Aux) Installation Using the tweezers, align and install the 3G auxiliary antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel. Figure 3:135. Installing the 3G Auxiliary Antenna (1 of 2) Attach the metallic tape to secure the 3G auxiliary antenna to the bezel. Figure 3:136.

  • Page 142: Gps Antenna Removal

    GPS Antenna Removal Prerequisite: on page Mainboard Removal 3-67 Peel off the GPS antenna metallic tape from the bezel. Figure 3:137. Removing the GPS Antenna (1 of 2) Using the plastic pry, remove the GPS antenna from the bezel. Figure 3:138. Removing the GPS Antenna (2 of 2) Service and Maintenance 5-79...

  • Page 143: Gps Antenna Installation

    GPS Antenna Installation Using the tweezers, align and install the GPS antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel. Figure 3:139. Installing the GPS Antenna (1 of 2) Attach the metallic tape to secure the GPS antenna to the bezel. Figure 3:140.

  • Page 144: Microphone (Rear) Removal

    Microphone (Rear) Removal Prerequisite on page Lower Case Removal At the back of the lower case, remove the microphone from the slot. Figure 3:141. Removing the Rear Microphone (1 of 2) Disconnect the microphone cable connector from the docking board connector. Figure 3:142.

  • Page 145: Microphone (Rear) Installation

    Microphone (Rear) Installation Connect the microphone cable connector to the docking board connector. Figure 3:143. Installing the Rear Microphone (1 of 2) Install the microphone to the microphone slot of the lower case. Figure 3:144. Installing the Rear Microphone (2 of 2) Install the lower case (see on page 3-17).

  • Page 146: Docking Board Removal

    Docking Board Removal Prerequisite on page Microphone (Rear) Removal 3-81 Remove the screws securing the docking board to the lower case. Figure 3:145. Removing the Docking Board Screws Lift and then pull to remove the docking board from the lower case. Figure 3:146.
  • Page 147 Disconnect the docking board cable connector from the docking board. Figure 3:147. Disconnecting the Docking Board Cable 5-84 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 148: Docking Board Installation

    Docking Board Installation Connect the docking board cable connector to the docking board. Figure 3:148. Connecting the Docking Board Cable Attach the adhesive tape to cover the docking board cable connector. Figure 3:149. Attaching the Adhesive Tape Service and Maintenance 5-85...
  • Page 149 Align the docking board under the tab (A) and the USB connector (B) to the slot on the lower case. Figure 3:150. Installing the Docking Board Secure the screws to the docking board and the lower case. Figure 3:151. Attaching the Docking Board Screws Install the rear microphone.
  • Page 150 Table 3:11. Docking Board Screws Screw Name Screw Type Quantity M 2.0 x 3.0 Service and Maintenance 5-87...
  • Page 151 CHAPTER Field Replaceable Unit List FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List ......6-2 Exploded Diagram ..........6-3 FRU List .

  • Page 152: Chapter 6. Fru (Field Replaceable Unit) List

    FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List This chapter provides the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configurations for the ICONIA TAB A701. Refer to this chapter whenever ordering for parts to repair or for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization). NOTE: When ordering FRU parts, check the most up-to-date information available on the regional web or channel.

  • Page 153: Exploded Diagram

    Exploded Diagram Figure 4:1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...
  • Page 154 Table 4:1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram Description Acer P/N ASSY LCD TOUCH MODULE 10.1 INCL. CONTROL 6M.H99H2.001 BOARD, FRAME & SUPPORT PLATE SPEAKER L+R 23.H99H2.003 MAINBOARD HB.70511.003 3G CARD MODULE LC.21300.084 FFC FOR FUNCTION BOARD - 3G 50.H9AH2.001 FUNCTION BOARD - 3G 55.H9AH2.002...

  • Page 155: Fru List

    FRU List CATEGORY Description Part No. ADAPTER Adapter LEADER 18W 12V/1.5A Black IU18- AP.01807.001 51120-00AS LF Adapter DELTA 18W 12V/1.5A 1.1x3.0x7.5 Black AP.01801.002 ADP-18TB AAB LF BATTERY Battery LGC BAT-1011 Polymer 1S2P LGC 2 Cell BT.0020G.003 9800mAh Main COMMON BOARD DOCKING BOARD - 3G 55.H9AH2.001 FUNCTION BOARD - 3G...
  • Page 156 CATEGORY Description Part No. AC CLIP 18W NEW-KR 2P 27.K2102.003 AC CLIP 18W NEW-EU 2P 27.K2102.004 AC CLIP 18W NEW-CN 2P 27.K2102.005 AC CLIP 18W NEW-AU 2P 27.K2102.006 AC CLIP 18W NEW-AR 2P 27.K2102.007 AC CLIP 18W NEW-BRZ 2P 27.H99H2.001 AC CLIP 18W NEW-IND 3P 27.H99H2.002 AC CLIP 18W NEW-SAF 3P...
  • Page 157 CATEGORY Description Part No. LCD ASSEMBLY ASSY LCD TOUCH MODULE 10.1 INCL. 6M.H99H2.001 CONTROL BOARD, FRAME & SUPPORT PLATE DIGITAL LIGHT DEVICE CAMERA 1M+5M INCL. CAMERA FPC SPONGE 57.H99H2.001 MIC AND SPEAKER MIC SET 17MM 23.H99H2.001 MIC SET 38MM 23.H99H2.002 SPEAKER L+R 23.H99H2.003 MAINBOARD...

  • Page 158: Screw List

    Screw List CATEGORY Description Part No. SCREWS SCREW 1.6D 3L K 4.3D ZK NL CR3 86.H99H2.001 SCREW 2D 4.0L K 4.0D NI NL 0.3T 86.H99H2.002 SCREW 2.0D 3.0L K 4.6D ZK NL CR3 86.H99H2.003 SCREW 2D 2.5L 86.H9AH2.001 FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List...
  • Page 159 CHAPTER Test Compatible Components Test Compatible Components ......7-2 Android OS Environment Test ........7-2...

  • Page 160: Chapter 7. Test Compatible Components

    Test Compatible Components This computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. All of its system functions are tested under Android OS environment. Refer to the following lists for components, adapter cards, and peripherals which have passed these tests.
  • Page 161 Vendor Type Description Part No. GPS Module S IC BCM47511IFBG FBGA 100P Broadcom On Board XC.GPS00.002 3G Module (PCIE) 3G Module Hauwei W/W EM820W_0FA LC.21300.084 (PCIE) Front and Rear Camera Chicony FPC 22.77mm OV9740(HD) + OV5640(5M) Camera Module CHICONY 5M AF Chicony CIABE11 5M (OV5640) + HD FPC 23.77mm...
  • Page 162 CHAPTER Online Support Information Online Support Information ....... .8-2 Introduction ........... . 8-2...

  • Page 163: Chapter 8. Online Support Information

    This section describes online technical support services available to help users repair their Acer Systems. For distributors, dealers, ASP or TPM, please refer the technical queries to a local Acer branch office. Acer Branch Offices and Regional Business Units may access our website. However some information sources will require a user i.d.

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