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17/08/2011
Instruction Manual
Mipal II 10" Tablet PC
P0106

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  • Page 1 17/08/2011 Instruction Manual Mipal II 10” Tablet PC P0106...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Inserting a USB memory stick Widgets Music Player Application Shortcut Bar Music Player Using the Internet Using the Music Player Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Music Player Functions & Opt’s Giani Limited Manchester. UK. M34 5DW e-mail: support@gianiuk.co.uk Made in China...
  • Page 3 Contents Page No. Page No. Video Player Application Settings 10.0 22.0 Video Player Settings Troubleshooting & Tips 10.1 Video Player Functions 23.0 10.2 Troubleshooting & Tips Playing a Movie Technical Specification 10.3 HDMI 24.0 Camera Application Technical Specification Important Information 11.0 Camera 25.0...
  • Page 4 Introduction Introduction Congratulations on choosing to purchase the Giani Mipal II10” Tablet PC. This manual contains important safety information and operation instructions, so please read all these instructions carefully before using the tablet PC and keep it for future reference. This manual will help you to use all of the exciting features to make your tablet PC more enjoyable.

  • Page 5: Warnings & Important Notice

    Warnings & Important Information FCC Regulation Information (Part 15) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device will not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that will cause undesired operation.
  • Page 6 Safety & Important Notice Always follow these basic safety precautions when using your device. This will reduce the risk of product damage and personal injury. • Do not disassemble, repair or modify the device by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. •...
  • Page 7 Safety & Important Notice (Cont) Precautions in using the headphones Do not use the headphone while driving an automobile or riding a bicycle. It is not only dangerous, but also against the law. To avoid an accident, do not turn up the volume of the headphones too high while walking.

  • Page 8: Main Features

    Main Features 2.0 Main Features • 10” Touch Screen TFT (1024x600) • 1 GHz iMAPX220 Processor • DDR 512MB RAM • Android 2.2 Operating System • 4GB In built Flash Memory • 2 x Micro SD Card Slots expandable up to 32GB (Cards Not Included) •...

  • Page 9: Overview

    Overview 2.1 General Overview Headphones/ Audio Jack Port 2.0 USB Mini SD Slot 2.0 USB Mini SD Slot HDMI Connection Port Ethernet Port Touch Screen DC Power Input Port Reset Button Back Button Microphone Speaker Volume +/- Button Power On/O Button Home Button Wi-Fi On/O Button Menu Button...

  • Page 10: Overview Explained

    Overview Explained 2.2 Overview Explained Power On/Off: Allows you to turn the device On/Off button. Home Button: Navigates to the Home Page. Back Button: Takes you back to the previous page viewed. Menu Button: Navigates to the Menu Page or takes you back one stage.

  • Page 11: Before You Start

    Before you Start Please note: This section will deal with some of the fundamental elements of the device that you will need to know before beginning to use the 10” Mipal II Tablet PC. Please read this “Before you Start” section carefully before operating the device.

  • Page 12: Turning On The Device

    Before you Start 3.1 Turning on the Device Press and hold the [POWER] button to turn on the device. If the device has a low battery, plug one end of the power adaptor into the DC socket in the device, and the other into a wall outlet. Note: To turn off the device, please press and hold the [POWER] button again.

  • Page 13: Screen Orientation

    Before you Start 3.3 Screen Orientation You can change the orientation of the screen to both portrait and landscape view points depending on what you wish to view. When you hold the device in a portrait direction, the interface will show the contents in a vertical way.

  • Page 14: Vibration Interface

    Before you Start 3.5 Vibration Interface The Vibration Interface gives you a physical tactile indication of selecting options or applications through light vibration in the device. To turn this option on: Click the “Settings” icon on the shortcut bar, and select settings for the voice and display mode.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Getting Started 4.0 Unlocking/Locking the Home Screen When you have powered up the device, the screen will display the “Home Screen” however you will notice that screen is locked. You must first unlock this screen before you can access the main Home Screen. To do this you must, press and hold the pad lock icon and drag the icon upward toward the dot in the centre of the screen until the screen unlocks and allows you to access the home page.

  • Page 16: Home Screen (Overview)

    Getting Started Status Bar Widgets Shortcut Bar Application page Button 4.1 Home Screen (Overview) Status Bar: This is used to inform of certain important information as well as having shortcut functions (Please see the “Status Bar” section). Widgets: Widgets are applications that run on your home screen.

  • Page 17: Status Bar

    Getting Started 4.2 Status Bar Below is an image of the”Status Bar” which is found at the top of the screen on the device and below that, there is descriptions of the icons: Status icon What it means Shows that device has a Wi-Fi or alternative Internet connection.

  • Page 18: Application/Home Screen

    Getting Started 4.4 Applications/Home Screen The home page of the Tablet PC consists of two modes: “Application Page” and “Home Screen”. The two modes can be switched through the button at the middle of the shortcut bar. The application page is were all the applications are located for a brief description of what these applications see the next page.

  • Page 19: Applications Explained

    Getting Started 4.5 Home Screen - Applications Explained Application icon What it Does This Icon will redirect you to the Internet browser. Please read the Internet Browser “Using the Internet” Sections of the Instruction Manual for instructions. This icon will take you to your e-mail account inbox. You can send and E-Mail receive e-mails from this application.

  • Page 20: Using Applications

    Getting Started 4.6 Using Applications An application is a program designed especially to be used on a mobile device. You can install and delete Applications. You can also drag the icons between the operation areas or between operation area and shortcut bar.

  • Page 21: Shortcut Bar

    Getting Started 4.8 Shortcut Bar You will notice a bar on the bottom of the screen. This is the shortcut bar and is visible both on the “Home Page” and also in the “Application Page”. You can add an Application to this Shortcut Bar: You firstly select the application you wish to remove first from the “Shortcut Bar”...

  • Page 22: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    Connecting to the Internet Before you start using the Internet you must ensure you have a Wi-Fi router and network or are close to a Wi-Fi network that you have access to. If you do not have a Wi-Fi network you must contact your Internet provider for assistance.

  • Page 23: Connecting Via Ethernet

    Using the Internet 5.1 Connecting to a Ethernet Internet Connection After you insert the network cable into the port designed for Ethernet on the device, the icon: will appear on status bar at the top of the screen. The device will then obtain the IP (Internet) address automatically to access the desired network.

  • Page 24: Web Bookmarks

    Using the Internet Please ensure the web address is correct to ensure that you find the page your are looking for. Alternatively you can use the search engine in a similar way. Simply press in the same text field and then the “Touch Keypad” will open. Type what ever you would like the search engine to search for, and press “Go”.

  • Page 25: Web Browser Options

    Using the Internet 5.5 Web Browser Options By pressing the “Menu Button” on the “Status Bar” you will open the Internet options menu. In this menu you will find the following: New Window: This will open a new web browser page without closing the current page open.

  • Page 26: Email Application

    Using the Internet Cont./ Email Application - Downloads This option will display any downloads you have made from the Internet. - Settings Allows you to customize your Internet browser. You can customize various aspects of the web browser from security settings to text size and screen view orientation.

  • Page 27: Opening An Email

    Email Application you some options along the bottom of the screen. Select “Compose” this will take you to a blank email. Firstly enter the email address of the recipient, then type in a subject for the email. Once you have done these two tasks you can press into the message field and type your message using the “Touch Keypad”.

  • Page 28: Email Functions

    Email Application Account Settings: You access and edit many aspects of your email account such as “Account Name”, “Mailbox Name” and “Email Notifications” etc. 6.4 Email Functions. When you have opened an email there are a number of options you can select.

  • Page 29: Inserting An Sd Card

    Inserting a Micro SD Card 7.0 Inserting a Micro SD/MMC Card (Not Included) Before you can transfer such files as Audio, Video and Images you must firstly insert a Micro SD card into the device to allow the storage of such files on the Mipal II 10”...

  • Page 30: Pc Connection & Transferring Files

    PC Connection & Transferring Files 8.0 Transferring Files from your Computer to your Micro SD Card Before you can transfer such files as Audio, Video and Images you must firstly have a “Micro SD Card” and a “SD Card Reader” or a “USB Pen”as this is the only way you can transfer files from your computer to you device : Please follow the below instruction carefully to ensure you correctly...

  • Page 31: Inserting A Usb Memory Stick

    PC Connection & Transferring Files Left click the “Removable Disk Icon“ at the task-bar. Click the pop-up mini-window with message of “Stop the USB Mass Storage Device –Driver (X)”. When you are prompted to remove the device, you can unplug the SD Card Reader.

  • Page 32: Music Player Application

    Music Player Application 9.0 Music Player The music player allows you to play music files (See Technical Specification Section for audio formats supported) either through the in-built speakers or through connected headphones. [Please Note] You must first transfer your audio files from your computer before you can access them on the “Music Player”...

  • Page 33: Music Player Functions & Opt's

    Music Player Application 9.2 Music Player Functions and Options There are a number of functions that the music player allows to improve your listening experience. Play/Pause: This allows you to begin playing audio tracks as well as pausing them during the track play time. Skip Forward/Back: This allows you to re-start the track or skip to the previous or next track listed.

  • Page 34: Video Player Application Settings

    Video Player Application 10.0 Video Player The “Video Player” will allow you to play MPEG , MPEG (upto 720p) and WMV video files. To open the “Video Player” press on the application icon. This will open the video library, and will display any video’s stored on the Micro SD Card or USB that are compatible with the device.

  • Page 35: Hdmi

    Video Player Application Favourites Rating: This will allow you to rate the video so that it will be shown in your favourite movies. Skip Back/Forward If you single tap either of these buttons it will skip to previous or next video respectively.

  • Page 36: Camera Application

    Camera Application 11.0 Camera You can use the “Camera Application” to take still shots or you can use the camera to take video content. Please carefully read the instructions below. 11.1 Using the Camera The Camera can be used to take still shots. Please follow the below steps to use the camera: Press the Camera Icon on the “Applications Screen”...

  • Page 37: Using The Video Camera

    Camera Application 11.2 Using the Video Camera The Video Camera can be used to take videos. Please follow the below steps to use the video camera: Press the “Camera Icon” on the “Applications Screen” The Camera should automatically default to the camera function. To activate the Video Camera Mode press and hold the slider on the right hand side of the screen and slide it up to the “Video Icon”: To start recording simply press this red record icon:...

  • Page 38: Gallery Application

    Gallery Application 12.0 Using the Gallery Application The Gallery Application will display all images stored on your device’s (Micro SD Card). Firstly to open the application, press the “Gallery Application” icon. When the application is open you will notice your images have been grouped together (as shown above).

  • Page 39: Gallery Functions

    Gallery Application 12.1 Gallery Functions Zoom: This will zoom in or out of the image (use your finger to navigate around the image. Menu: This will open a Sub-Menu with the following options. • Share This will allow you to send the image via an email or using various social network methods.

  • Page 40: Miscellaneous Applications

    Miscellaneous Applications 13.0 Calculator The “Calculator Application” allows you to use the simple calculator to perform calculations. (If at any point you wish to exit and return to the home screen press the “Home Button”). 14.0 Alarm Clock The “Clock Application” allows you to set the home screen as a 12/24 hour clock with day and date displayed.

  • Page 41: Slideme

    Miscellaneous Applications 18.0 SlideMe The “SlideMe Application” is a third party application where you can download and purchase applications for your device. For more information about SlideMe please visit there website http://slideme.org. (If at any point you wish to exit and return to the home screen press the “Home Button”).
  • Page 42 Settings 22.0 Settings Wireless & Networks: This will open options for you to connect and forget wireless networks via your device. For more information on connecting to a wireless network Please see section 5.0. Ethernet Configuration: This will open options for you to connect to an Ethernet (Internet) connection, for more information Please see section 5.1.
  • Page 43 Settings Accounts & Sync: This will open options such as “Background Data”, “Auto-Sync” - Please follow the instructions within the settings menu. Privacy: This is where you can restore the device to original factory settings - Please follow the instructions within the settings menu.
  • Page 44 Settings Touch Screen Calibration: This is where you calibrate the screen, please ensure you follow the on screen instructions. G-Sensor: This is where you calibrate the motion sensor (Orientation) of the device, please ensure you follow the on screen instructions. About Device: This is where you can access information about the device.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting & Tips 23.0 Troubleshooting In this section there is information about how to troubleshoot minor issues that might occur whilst using the device. Mipal not responding If your Mipal isn’t responding then hold the “Power Off” button for 7 seconds then let go, if it still doesn’t respond then you will need to press the reset button.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting & Tips Internet If you can’t connect to the internet please make sure the following things are checked: The wireless router is turned on. Make sure the “Wi-Fi Switch” is on (to find the location of the switch please visit the instruction manual and go to the section “Overview”...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting & Tips name the bookmark and then it will be saved. • You can also have a number of web pages open at the same time. You can do this by pressing the options button then “New window” and it will open a new window which will load the “Home Page”. To view all the windows or to switch between windows select the options button and pick “Windows”.
  • Page 48 Troubleshooting & Tips Touch screen Please see the following issues/fixes when using the touchscreen: If the “Touch Keypad” doesn’t appear, switch off the device and switch it on again. If the touch screen is not responding where you want it to, go into “Settings”...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting & Tips Email Setting up The device will only support personal email addresses not business email address servers. If you cannot set up your email make sure you are typing in the email address correctly in the correct case as email addresses are case sensitive.
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting & Tips Audio and Video If there is no sound while you’re playing video or music files make sure the volume is turned up and make sure it is not in silent mode. If you are using headphones make sure they are plugged in fully. If the video or music won’t play remove the video from the device by deleting it then download it again to the device.
  • Page 51 Technical Specification 24.0 Technical Specification System - Processor: iMAPx220 - Speed: 1.0GHz - RAM Memory: DDR 512MB - Operating System: Android 2.2 - Control Interface: Resistive Panel Display - Display Type: TFT LCD - Resolution: 1024x600 - Size: 10” - Aspect Ratio: Memory - Built in Storage: 4GB Flash Memory...
  • Page 52 Technical Specification Camera - Web Camera: 2.0MP Camera Audio - Audio Formats: Photo - Format: JPG, BMP, GIF, PNG, Static - Slide Show: Normal, Music Slide Show - Others: Zoom In/Out, Rotate, Pan Video - Format: Various Video Formats Supported - HDMI: Supports 720p Out - Others:...

  • Page 53: 25.0 Important Information

    Important Information 25.0 Important Information UK Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed for consumer use for 12 months. This guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase and ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repair by unauthorized persons.
  • Page 54 Giani Limited. River House, Unit 17, Broomstair Road Shepley Industrial Estate South, Audenshaw, Manchester. M34 5DW...

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