Toshiba AT205-SP0101L User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see in this guide. “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 93 GMAD00285010 02/12...
  • Page 2: Regulatory Information

    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 ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR...
  • Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the device's ports.
  • Page 4 Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
  • Page 5 Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 6 Regulatory Information This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;...
  • Page 7: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability

    Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability ® Bluetooth Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product ® with Bluetooth Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ ® Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
  • Page 8 ® Bluetooth Always use Bluetooth networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
  • Page 9 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
  • Page 10 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 is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Other icons used...18 Your device’s features and specifications ...18 Other documentation ...18 Service options ...19 Precautions...19 File management tips ...20 Toshiba’s online resources ...20 Chapter 1: Getting Started... 21 Features and components...21 Front ...22 Back ...22 Right side...23 Left side ...23 Top ...24...
  • Page 12 Setting location preferences ...31 Setting the date and time ...32 Sign in to your Google™ Account ...32 Setting up Wi-Fi Registering your Toshiba device ...35 Backing up your data ...35 Backing up data using TOSHIBA Backing up data using your Google™...
  • Page 13 Language & input settings ...68 Accessibility settings ...70 Date & time settings ...71 About tablet ...71 Chapter 3: Working with Apps... 73 Downloading Toshiba Apps ...73 TOSHIBA Media Player ...73 Apps ...74 Downloading from Android Market™ ...74 Preinstalled Apps on your tablet ...74 Uninstalling Apps on your tablet ...75...
  • Page 14 Using external devices ...83 Connecting an HDMI®-compatible Using a docking station ...83 Connecting your tablet to a docking station ...84 Chapter 5: Utilities... 86 TOSHIBA Service Station ...86 Check for application updates ...88 Downloading updates ...88 Installing updates...88 Downloading and installing System updates...89 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility...89...
  • Page 15 Display problems ...95 Sound system problems ...96 Wireless networking problems...96 If you need further assistance...97 Before you contact Toshiba ...97 Contacting Toshiba ...97 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...98 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...98 Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors... 100 Glossary... 101 Index... 111...
  • Page 16: Introduction

    Toshiba’s Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
  • Page 17: This Guide

    This guide This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet powered by Android™. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖...
  • Page 18: Other Icons Used

    Your device comes with the following documentation: ❖ A Legal/Safety/Regulatory document ❖ A Quick Start ❖ A standard limited warranty ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. System icons...
  • Page 19: Service Options

    Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page Precautions Your device is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel.
  • Page 20: File Management Tips

    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 future upgrades.
  • Page 21: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what 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.
  • Page 22: Front

    Getting Started Features and components Front display (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. Back Camera light (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ Camera indicator light—Glows blue when the front Camera is in operation.
  • Page 23: Right Side

    Right side Screen rotation lock/unlock switch (Sample Illustration) Right side view ❖ Screen rotation lock/unlock switch—Allows you to lock the orientation of the display screen so that the current view does not rotate with movement. For more information, see settings” on page ❖...
  • Page 24: Top

    Getting Started Connecting to a power source ❖ Micro HDMI and audio signals. For more information, see devices” on page ❖ Micro SD™ Card slot—Supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™) media. For more information, see SD™ Card” on page (Sample Illustration) Top view Bottom Speaker...
  • Page 25 Always use the Toshiba USB/AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use USB/AC adaptors specified by Toshiba to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible USB/AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in serious injury.
  • Page 26: Battery Notice

    The battery life cited in the product specifications is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life under any conditions other than the...
  • Page 27: Taking Care Of Your Battery

    ❖ ❖ ❖ 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 not limited to the loss of data.
  • Page 28: Maintaining Your Battery

    Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government. In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events, and consumer promotions. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. “Location and security settings” on “Screen settings”...
  • Page 29: Using The Device For The First Time

    Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ 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: Make sure any external devices (such as the USB/AC adaptor,...
  • Page 30: Setting Up Your Device

    Using the device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE To take full advantage of features for your device, Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi Google™ Account before setting up your device. The first time you power on your tablet the Welcome screen appears and you will be asked to choose a language.
  • Page 31: Setting Location Preferences

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time The "Connected to Wi-Fi network" screen appears. (Sample Image) Wi-Fi setup screen Setting location preferences ® After you have connected to a Wi-Fi network, the “Use Google location service” screen appears. Your approximate location is made available to the apps you use by Google’s location service.
  • Page 32: Setting The Date And Time

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time When your location preferences have been chosen, the “Set date and time” screen appears. There are two options available for setting date and time: ❖ Use network provided time (leave the setting option ON), and then touch Next.
  • Page 33 The “Sign in with your Google Account” screen appears. (Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen ❖ Enter your existing Google Account information, and then touch Sign in. ❖ If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create a new one by touching Create account.
  • Page 34: Setting Up Wi-Fi And Bluetooth Connections

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time 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 ®...
  • Page 35: Registering Your Toshiba Device

    Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card. For more information, see Manager Utility” on page Backing up data using your Google™...
  • Page 36: Restoring Your Data Using Your Google™ Account

    Getting Started Navigation and features Restoring your data 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 settings from your Google Account to your device. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen The data that is backed up may include the following: ❖...
  • Page 37 Google™ Search bar Voice recognition Home screens System (Sample Image) Central Home screen Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen. Icon Name Back button Home button Recent Apps button Touch to view the most recently view apps. Time display Battery status icon Customize button...
  • Page 38: Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features Icon Name Google Search bar Settings icon Home screen The total number of available Home screens is five. Move between screens by swiping your finger to the left or right. (Sample Image) 5 available Home screens Your device’s five home screens have several standard features, including icons and a customizable background pattern (wallpaper).
  • Page 39: Touch Screen Navigation

    ❖ Games ❖ Thumbnails Your Home screen will contain other icons depending on how you have customized it. See page Gmail™ icon—An example of an icon located on a Home screen is the Gmail icon. This shortcut, when touched, launches your Gmail webmail account.
  • Page 40: Navigating The Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features tablet. This allows you to lock the screen to the currently viewed screen orientation. Navigating the Home screen When the setup process is complete, the Home screen appears. This is your starting point for all features used on your tablet. You can use the Customize button to add shortcuts for apps, widgets, and other features to all five of your Home screens.
  • Page 41 Getting Started Navigation and features Status icons Status icons are located on the far right of the System bar. Status icons display current system status information, such as power usage and network connectivity status. Notification icons Status icons Time (Sample Image) Status icons Touch the Time display to view the Status Details panel.
  • Page 42 Getting Started Navigation and features Opening a notification Touch the time display in the System bar on the lower right of your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens. (Sample Image) Notification summary panel screen Touch a notification summary to view it or to respond to it. Touch the notification’s Close button to remove it from the Notifications list.
  • Page 43: Securing Your Tablet

    Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device. When you initially turn on or wake the tablet, the lock screen requires you to drag the Lock ( ) icon to unlock the screen, see “Waking the tablet”...
  • Page 44: Customizing Your Home Screens

    Getting Started Customizing your Home screens ❖ Encryption is irreversible. The only way to revert to an unencrypted device is to perform a factory data reset, which will erase all your data. ❖ You must not interrupt the encryption process or you will lose some or all of your data.
  • Page 45: Adding An Item To A Home Screen

    Adding an item to a Home screen Open the Home screen you want to add the item to. For more information on using the Home screens, see features” on page Touch the Customize ( the screen or touch & hold an empty area of the Home screen. Touch the category of the item you want to add.
  • Page 46: Changing The Wallpaper

    Getting Started Turning off the device Lift your finger when the icon turns red. NOTE The item has been removed from the Home screen, but not deleted from the system. To add the item back to your Home screen, see “Adding an item to a Home screen”...
  • Page 47: Using Shut Down Mode

    TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the shut down option to turn off your device, backup your data. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the device on again. NOTE If you do not intend to use your device for a long period of time, turn off the device, disconnect the power plug from the plug socket, and store your device in a dry dust-free location.
  • Page 48: Using Sleep Mode

    Getting Started Syncing and managing your accounts In the pop-up window, touch OK to completely shut down the tablet. The operating system shuts down and the tablet turns off. Touch Cancel to abort the shut down process. Using Sleep mode Your device will automatically time-out after a couple minutes of non-operation, placing it into Sleep mode.
  • Page 49: Add An Account

    Add an account Add multiple Google Accounts and Microsoft ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see settings” on page Touch the Settings ( ) icon. The Settings menu appears. Touch the Accounts & sync ( The Accounts &...
  • Page 50: Navigation, Maps, Places, And Latitude

    Getting Started Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude Touch the Accounts & sync ( The Accounts & sync menu, appears, displaying the current sync settings and a list of the current accounts. Touch the account you wish to delete. Touch Remove account and confirm to continue. The account and the associated information is removed from the Accounts &...
  • Page 51: Factory Data Reset

    Touch the Downloaded ( The Downloaded menu appears. Touch an item to open it. Items can be deleted from your tablet or sorted by file size or file name for easier viewing. To sort the items, touch the Sort by size ( ) menu option on the top right of the screen.
  • Page 52: Caring For Your Device

    Getting Started Caring for your device Touch Reset tablet. Touch Erase everything. The Factory data reset process begins. NOTE This process could take several minutes. For more information, see “Setting up your device” on page 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 care of your battery”...
  • Page 53: Chapter 2: Settings

    Customizing your device’s settings 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.
  • Page 54 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The Apps menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Apps menu. Icon Name Settings Browser Camera Gmail™ Maps Android Market™ Navigation Gallery Calendar Description Touch to open the Settings menu.
  • Page 55 , or Bluetooth networks settings” on page Configure the Sound settings to set the audio for media playback, notifications, and alarms with the your desired volume level and notification sounds, see settings” on page Settings “TOSHIBA ® , see “Wireless and “Sound...
  • Page 56 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Icon Name Screen Multimedia Location & security Configure how you want the tablet to determine your Applications Accounts & sync Privacy Storage Language & input Accessibility Date & time About tablet Description Configure the screen orientation or use energy saving settings, see “Screen settings”...
  • Page 57 Customizing your device’s settings Access Settings from 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. Touch the Time ( the screen in the System bar.
  • Page 58: Wireless And Networks Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Touch the Settings ( ) icon to open the Settings menu, and then select the setting you wish to change. The following are icons you will find in the Quick Settings menu. Icon Name Airplane mode ®...
  • Page 59 Customizing your device’s settings Below are some of the categories to choose from: ❖ Airplane mode—Select to turn off the tablet’s radios that transmit data. ❖ Wi-Fi—Select to turn on Wi-Fi networks. ❖ Wi-Fi settings—See “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page In addition to the settings described in this section, you can touch the Menu ( and touch Advanced to view the settings in the “Advanced...
  • Page 60: Sound Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Device name—Touch to open a dialog box to give your tablet a name that is visible on some Bluetooth The current name is displayed. ❖ Discoverable—Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth ❖...
  • Page 61: Screen Settings

    ❖ Volume—Select to open a screen containing three sliders, used to adjust media volume, notification sounds, and alarm sounds. ❖ Notification ringtone—Select to open a screen containing a list of notification sounds. Touch a notification sound to listen to a sample of it. ❖...
  • Page 62: Multimedia Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings NOTE The Automatic Brightness 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.
  • Page 63: Location And Security Settings

    Location and security settings Use the Location & security settings to configure how you want the tablet to determine your location (this affects accuracy), 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.
  • Page 64 Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device. ❖...
  • Page 65: Applications Settings

    an existing password for your secure credential storage. Your password must have at least 8 characters. ❖ Clear storage—Under Credential storage, select to delete all secure certificates and related credentials. You will be prompted to also confirm deletion of the credential storage password.
  • Page 66: Accounts & Sync Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Storage use—Displays a list of the applications that are currently using memory resources on your tablet. ❖ Battery use—Displays a list of the applications using battery power since you last charged your tablet. ❖ Unknown sources—Allow installation of non-Market applications.
  • Page 67: Privacy Settings

    ❖ Manage accounts—You can manage your Google Accounts and others you have added to the tablet by touching an account on this screen. The account’s screen displays. ❖ Account screen—The options available on this screen depend on the account screen you have displayed. You can choose to turn ON/OFF synchronize for each account, or touch the Synchronize button at the top right of the Application bar to synchronize data now.
  • Page 68: Storage Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Factory data reset—Restores your device to it’s out-of-box state, see 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 NOTE Any system updates already installed are retained on your device.
  • Page 69 Customizing your device’s settings ❖ User dictionary—Select to open a list of the words you’ve added to the dictionary. Touch a word to edit it, or touch the red X next to a word to delete it. Touch the Plus button at the top right of the Application bar to add a word.
  • Page 70: Accessibility Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Input method selector—Select to open the screen, and then choose whether you want the Input Selector button to appear in the System bar, to the left of the Time display. ❖ Configure input methods—Select to open a screen that allows you to configure the following settings: ❖...
  • Page 71: Date & Time Settings

    ❖ Accessibility scripts—Select to hear a sound each time you touch a button, icon, etc. Date & time settings Use the Date & time settings to configure your preferences for the way in which dates are displayed. To change the Date & time settings: Touch the Settings ( ) icon.
  • Page 72 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. ❖...
  • Page 73: Chapter 3: Working With Apps

    Chapter 3 Working with Apps Downloading Toshiba Apps You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place NOTE To download apps, you must be connected to the Internet. TOSHIBA Media Player The TOSHIBA Media Player is a multimedia player that allows users to experience outstanding multimedia viewing enjoyment.
  • Page 74: Apps

    Working with Apps Apps On the Media Player’s main screen, touch the Menu ( (Sample Image) Toshiba Media Player Settings menu screen The menu displays the following options: ❖ Playback device—Opens the list of available playback devices ❖ Find network devices—Displays available network devices.
  • Page 75: Uninstalling Apps On Your Tablet

    You can install many more apps, widgets, games, etc. by visiting the Toshiba App Place™ or Android Market. Uninstalling Apps on your tablet To uninstall applications from your tablet. Touch the Apps ( Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to delete, and then drag it to Uninstall.
  • Page 76: Chapter 4: Exploring The Features On Your Device

    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 onscreen keyboard allowing you to enter text.
  • Page 77: Type To Enter Text

    Type to enter text To begin typing, touch the text field in the application you are using to open the onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Touching a text field to type An insertion point tab ( ) appears where you touch the text field. If text has been previously entered you can drag the insertion point by its tab to move it to the location in the text line you wish to begin typing from.
  • Page 78 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Touch Paste ( The text is inserted into the new text field. NOTE Text can be copied and pasted from one app to another. ❖ Touch the space bar or a punctuation mark to auto complete a word you are typing.
  • Page 79: Speak To Enter Text

    Speak to enter text You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard. Touch the text field. Touch the Microphone ( ) key on the keyboard. Speak your text when you are prompted to “Speak now.” The speech-recognition types the words you say.
  • Page 80: Recording Sounds

    Using a Micro SD™ Card For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The Micro SD™ Card slot supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™) media. This media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.
  • Page 81: Inserting Memory Media

    Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. To insert a Micro SD™ Card: Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
  • Page 82: Adding Optional External Devices

    Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Adding optional external devices After starting your device for the first time you may want to: ❖ Connect an external keyboard via the available Bluetooth settings (see “Setting up Wi-Fi®...
  • Page 83: Using External Devices

    Using external devices You can connect external devices to your device using the following available ports: ❖ A Micro HDMI television or display device to your tablet. NOTE To connect a device to the Micro HDMI purchase a Micro HDMI ❖...
  • Page 84: Connecting Your Tablet To A Docking Station

    For more information, consult the user’s manual that came with your docking station, or visit support.toshiba.com. To find a docking station that is compatible with your tablet device, please visit accessories.toshiba.com.
  • Page 85 Align the docking interface located on your tablet with the docking connector on the dock. Docking interface (Sample Illustration) Aligning the docking interface with the docking connector NOTE Not all USB devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of the USB device for compatibility. Exploring the Features on your Device Using a docking station...
  • Page 86: Chapter 5: Utilities

    ❖ TOSHIBA Adaptive display TOSHIBA Service Station The TOSHIBA Service Station utility provides you with updates for both application and system software. It notifies you when new versions of your system software are available, and then prompts you to download and install them.
  • Page 87 This agreement authorizes the utility to collect certain basic information about your device and send it to the Toshiba servers as part of the process of obtaining updates. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station Acceptance screen Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline.
  • Page 88: Check For Application Updates

    NOTE Connect the USB/AC adaptor before updating. Downloading updates NOTE Toshiba strongly recommends that you back up your data and settings before downloading updates. Touch the TOSHIBA Service Station ( Status bar when an update becomes available to display additional information about that item.
  • Page 89: Downloading And Installing System Updates

    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 data to a Micro SD™ Card. Insert a Micro SD™ Card into the Micro SD™ Card slot on your tablet.
  • Page 90: File Browsing Screen

    (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager Select items count menu The specific file or folder you have selected will highlight with a red checkbox in the upper right hand corner to signify that it has been selected for manipulation.
  • Page 91: Operation Of Files/Folders

    Rename files/folders To rename a file/folder: Touch and hold a file or folder to enter selecting mode. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Description Touch and hold the file or folder to select it. Touch the Cut icon the copy the file to the “virtual clipboard” and remove it from its current location.
  • Page 92: Toshiba Adaptive Display

    To perform a screen capture, press the Back ( buttons in the System bar simultaneously. TOSHIBA Adaptive display The Toshiba Adaptive display provides an enhanced visual experience in varying locations and conditions. It automatically adjusts the display brightness and gamma based on ambient light. It also automatically adjusts locally stored pictures and video content for optimal viewing.
  • Page 93: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

    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 of this chapter.
  • Page 94: The Operating System Is Not Working

    If Something Goes Wrong The operating system is not working The operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the Home screens and used to the way the operating system responds, you can easily detect if the it is not working correctly.
  • Page 95: Display Problems

    Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The Power light does not come on when you plug in the USB/AC adaptor and power/docking connector cord. Make sure the USB/AC adaptor and power/docking connector cord are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the device. If the Power light still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
  • Page 96: Sound System Problems

    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. ❖ Your device is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi Verify that your Wireless connection is enabled.
  • Page 97: If You Need Further Assistance

    Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information. ❖...
  • Page 98: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites

    If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com us.toshiba.com accessories.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm support.toshiba.com acclaim.toshiba.com laptopforums.toshiba.com Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited...
  • Page 99 United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V.
  • Page 100: Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

    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. UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved...
  • Page 101: Glossary

    Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide. Apps EPROM HDMI HTML Alternating Current Applications bits per second Central Processing Unit Direct Current Dots Per Inch Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory Federal Communications Commission...
  • Page 102 Glossary IEEE WLAN Terms The following terms may appear in this User’s Guide. active-matrix display—A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
  • Page 103 adapter—A device that provides a compatible connection between two units. For example, the tablet’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector.
  • Page 104 Glossary 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 bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed—The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU) communicates with the other parts of the tablet.
  • Page 105 cursor—An on-screen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. default—The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting. device—A component attached to the tablet. Devices may be external (outside the tablet’s case) or internal (inside the tablet’s case).
  • Page 106 Glossary extension—See file extension. external device—See device. file—A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. file name—A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder.
  • Page 107 icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced—A method of refreshing the display screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced screens take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device—See device.
  • Page 108 Glossary network—A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced—A method of refreshing the tablet screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen.
  • Page 109 Read-Only Memory—See ROM. reboot—See boot, restart. removable disk—A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk. resolution—A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi).
  • Page 110 Glossary Transfer—To move files or data from one location to another. unmount—To prepare the external storage media for removal from the device. upload—To send a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. utility—A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem.
  • Page 111: Index

    Index about tablet battery use 72 legal information 72 settings 71 status 72 system updates 72 accounts manage 48 sync 48 accounts & sync account screen 67 auto-sync 66 background data 66 manage accounts 67 settings 66 adding optional external devices 82 airplane mode wireless &...
  • Page 112 80 indicator light 22 background data accounts & sync 66 backing up data 20 backup data 35 Google™ Account 35 TOSHIBA File Manager 35 battery care 27 charge indicator light 26 charging 26 maintaining 28 monitoring power 26...
  • Page 113 disposal 28 turning off 46 turning off options 46 device administrators settings 64 device will not start troubleshooting 93 devices external 83 disposal information 10 disposing of the device 28 docking connector 24 docking station connecting to 84 using 83 downloads managing 50 encrypt tablet...
  • Page 114 62 Navigation and features 36 navigation buttons 40 notifications managing 41 notification bar 41 viewing new 42 online resources Toshiba 20 onscreen keyboard speaking 79 typing 77 using 76 operating system troubleshooting 94 optimizing battery life 27 optional external devices...
  • Page 115 68 settings 67 Quick Settings menu settings 57 recording sounds 80 recovery factory data reset 51 registering your Toshiba device 35 restoring your data 36 running services applications settings 65 safety disposing of the device 28 icons 17...
  • Page 116 17 Tips file management tips 20 Toshiba online resources 20 worldwide offices 98 Toshiba App Place™ downloading apps 73 Toshiba Apps Place Media Player 73 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility file browsing 90 files/folders 91 rename files/folders 91 TOSHIBA Service Station...
  • Page 117 & time settings 71 user dictionary language & input settings 69 using Quick Settings Settings 57 Utilities 86 TOSHIBA Adaptive display 92 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility TOSHIBA Service Station 86 Index visible passwords location & security 64 voice recognizer settings language &...

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