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  • Page 1 (M10 / M10 4G) Complete User Manual...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    Aquaris M10/M10 4G The BQ team would like to thank you for purchasing the new Aquaris M10/ M10 4G tablet. We hope you enjoy using it. You can browse the internet rapidly, check your email, enjoy games and apps (which you...
  • Page 3 Trademarks The BQ logo is a registered trademark of Mundo Reader, S.L. The Android and Google Search logos are registered trademarks of Google Inc. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ®...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    WI-FI AND NETWORK SETTINGS Wi-Fi Bluetooth Data Usage More... DEVICE SETTINGS Screen Sounds and Notifications Apps Storage and USB Battery Memory Users PERSONAL SETTINGS Location Security Accounts Google Language and Input Backup and Reset * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...
  • Page 5 SYSTEM SETTINGS Date and Time Scheduled Power On and Off Accessibility Printing About the Tablet Developer Options Multimedia Camera Camera Mode Video Mode Panoramic Mode Time Lapse Mode Settings Photos Play Music Play Movies Apps Applications from Unknown Sources Play Store Internet Browser Hangouts Calendar...
  • Page 6 Aquaris M10/M10 4G USB (type A) to micro-USB (type B) cable Mains adapter SIM key* Documentation: Quick Start Guide Warranty and important information BQ accessories * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...

  • Page 7: Before Starting

    Volume button Do not attempt to remove the rear cover of your Aquaris M10/M10 4G as this may damage the device. Do not attempt to remove the battery. Removing it may invalidate the warranty. * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Getting Started How to insert a SIM card* Your Aquaris M10 4G has a slot for a micro-SIM card. The tray is accessed from the exterior of the device, do not attempt to remove the battery cover. The SIM key is found in the device’s box. With the device switched off, insert it into the ejector hole and extract the tray.

  • Page 9: Switching The Device On And Off

    Getting Started Switching the Device On and Off To switch on your Aquaris M10/M10 4G press and hold the power button for a few seconds. It is located on the right side of the device. To switch it off, press and hold the power button for two seconds. A menu will appear with various options.

  • Page 10: Inserting And Removing The Microsd Card

    Using a microSD card the internal memory of the Aquaris M10 and Aquaris M10 4G can be expanded by up to 64 GB and 256 GB respectively. When a new microSD card or OTG drive is inserted into the device a message appears in the notification bar indicating it is ready together with the Explore and Eject options.

  • Page 11: Charging The Device And Transferring Files

    2. Plug the other end of the cable into the micro-USB port on your tablet. The battery in your Aquaris M10/M10 4G is non-removable. Removal by anyone other than our Technical Support staff may damage the device and invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 12 You can select the file transfer mode when you connect your Aquaris M10/ M10 4G to a computer. On connecting it, a USB connection menu will appear. Connecting with the Charging option eliminates data connections and file transfers between the computer and the device allowing for improved charging speed.

  • Page 13: Setup Wizard

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Setup Wizard The first time you switch on your Aquaris M10/M10 4G a setup wizard will help you configure the basic settings for your device, such as: · Language · SIM cards* ·...

  • Page 14: Learning To Use The Multi-Touch Screen

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Learning to Use the Multi-Touch Screen Your device has a capacitive multi-touch screen with five simultaneous detection points. Different movements can be made over these points which are linked to different functions: Touch.
  • Page 15 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Getting Started Swipe or slide. Press briefly on the Home screen and slide your finger left or right to access the extended screens. Slide your finger up or down to scroll through a website, list or menu.

  • Page 16: Desktop Features

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Desktop Features Adjusting Screen Rotation In some apps, the screen will rotate automatically from portrait (vertical) to landscape (horizontal) mode and vice versa, depending on how your device is being held. To stop screen rotation go to the Apps menu >...

  • Page 17: Screen Lock

    Settings > Security. Your Aquaris M10/M10 4G includes a feature that enables you to lock the tablet by double- tapping the top part of the screen where the notification bar is located. Double-tapping any part of the screen will make it turn on and request the unlock pattern.

  • Page 18: Home Screen

    Home Screen The Home screen or Desktop, is the main access route to the tools and apps installed on your Aquaris M10/M10 4G. From here you can check the status of your device, visit websites, open apps, etc. Status and notification bar. Check the time, Wi-Fi signal status, audio profile, Bluetooth status and remaining battery power.
  • Page 19 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Customising the Home screen You can customise the Home Screen by adding images, shortcuts, applications or widgets. To change the wallpaper or add a widget, press and hold on one of the screens until a pop- up window appears containing these options: ·...
  • Page 20 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features To create a shortcut to an app or contact go to the Apps menu, press on the app’s icon and drag it to the desired position on the desktop.

  • Page 21: Status Bar

    Do Not Disturb mode enabled. Aeroplane mode. Data services enabled (this could be 4G, H+, H, 3G, E or G, according to the type of data connection and transfer speed). * USB connected. Bluetooth enabled. * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...

  • Page 22: Notification Bar

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Notification Bar To view the notifications, pull the bar down with one finger. Delete all the notifications by pressing the icon, or delete them individually by swiping them to the side. The...
  • Page 23 Advanced settings for certain functions such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth can be accessed by long-pressing the related icon. When automatic brightness is deactivated the screen’s brightness can be adjusted by moving the brightness slider left or right. * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...

  • Page 24: Keyboard

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Desktop Features Keyboard A virtual keyboard appears when tapping on any text field. Enables/disables caps lock. Changes from letters to numbers and symbols, or vice versa. Enables the keyboard function.

  • Page 25: Settings

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Settings Wi-Fi and Network Settings WI-FI Go to Settings > Wireless and networks > Wi-Fi. If Wi-Fi is disabled, move the selector to the right. Your BQ device will automatically search for, and display a list of, available Wi-Fi networks.

  • Page 26: Bluetooth

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings The Wi-Fi network options Network notification, Scanning always available, Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep, Install certificates, Wi-Fi Direct, WPS push button and WPS PIN can be accessed by going to Settings > Wireless and networks > Wi-Fi. Then press the icon and select Advanced settings.

  • Page 27: Data Usage

    M10 4G, the same is shown, but via mobile data. The Aquaris M10 4G also allows a limit to be set on mobile data usage. If you set a limit, the data connection will be disabled once this has been reached.

  • Page 28: More

    If you want to share it via Bluetooth then enable the Bluetooth Tethering option. To share your tablet’s network with a computer, Bluetooth must be enabled on both devices. VPN: this option lets you configure a virtual private network. * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...

  • Page 29: Device Settings

    Miracast or DLNA protocols. Follow these steps to duplicate your Aquaris’s screen: 1. Switch on your compatible TV and enable cast screen mode (the process will vary depending on the manufacturer).

  • Page 30: Sounds And Notifications

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings SOUNDS AND NOTIFICATIONS Dolby ATMOS In the Dolby Atmos section you can Open the app and configure it as desired, or select a predefined Profile (film, music, game or voice).
  • Page 31 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings An easy way to access the sound settings is via the volume adjustment buttons located on the side of your device. Pressing the bottom half of the volume button lowers the volume until it reaches vibration mode.

  • Page 32: Apps

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Advanced Settings Check which applications have requested access to notifications and to the Do not disturb mode. APPS Access information and settings for all applications. These are presented in a list, however, by default only user-installed applications are displayed.
  • Page 33 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings · By application: view the permissions granted to an application. These can be revoked if desired. Do this via Settings > Applications. Select the desired app and tap on Permissions.
  • Page 34 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings You can also configure how notifications from a certain app are to be shown by going to Settings > Applications. Select the app you want to configure and tap on Notifications.

  • Page 35: Storage And Usb

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings STORAGE AND USB Consult the total space and how much of this is in use. Under each file type is the amount of memory it occupies. You can also unmount the microSD card so as to securely remove it. Do this via Settings >...

  • Page 36: Battery

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings BATTERY Choose whether the battery percentage is displayed in the status bar or not, as well as consult remaining battery life and activity. A feature has been included that optimises the device’s sync frequency after a certain amount of time in standby (Deep sleep).

  • Page 37: Memory

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings MEMORY This section offers an overview of how your device is using the RAM. Memory usage statistics for the past three hours, six hours, twelve hours and one day are available in Settings >...

  • Page 38: Personal Settings

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Personal Settings LOCATION Enabling this will allow access to your location by any app that requests it (preinstalled navigation maps). Connection to GPS satellites can be enabled via the Power saving widget or by sliding down the notification bar with two fingers and tapping on Location.

  • Page 39: Security

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings SECURITY This section lets you configure Screen security features such as the type of screen lock (none, swipe, pattern, PIN or password) and the owner information to be displayed on the lock screen.

  • Page 40: Google

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings GOOGLE The old Google Settings app has been integrated into the device’s Settings menu. You can find it in Settings > Google. Here you can configure aspects relative to your account and services. Among its features is the new Nearby (it uses the device’s sensors to connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth with other...

  • Page 41: Language And Input

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings To use it, go to the content about which you want information, then long-press the Home button (the middle one). LANGUAGE AND INPUT The system language, automatic spelling checker and personal dictionary can be set up in this section.

  • Page 42: Backup And Reset

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings BACKUP AND RESET Back up app data, Wi-Fi passwords and other settings to the Google servers. To back up your data, a Google account must be configured on your device. Complete the initial setup wizard by entering all your Google account data.

  • Page 43: System Settings

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings System Settings DATE AND TIME Automatic date & time: adjusts the time automatically based on location information or the mobile network. Disabling this option will activate manual date and time configuration.
  • Page 44 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings ACCESSIBILITY This section offers certain system services that facilitate access to the device, such as large text, talkback, use physical buttons as virtual ones, speak passwords, quick boot, etc.
  • Page 45 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Talkback The TalkBack app offers spoken feedback and special visual settings for visually impaired people. When the app is opened for the first time, a tutorial will guide you through the basic settings: Speech volume: adjusts the speech volume in relation to the multimedia volume.
  • Page 46 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Launch ‘Explore by touch’ tutorial: launches a tutorial on touch exploration. Manage gestures: modifies and configures a range of gestures that open various accessibility features. Manage custom labels: edit the contents of your custom labels.
  • Page 47 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings Text-to-speech output: provides direct access to the options for text-to-speech output. These options can be found in: Settings > Language and input > Text-to-speech output. Touch and hold delay: set the time delay between touching and holding an item and accessing its options.

  • Page 48: Developer Options

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Settings DEVELOPER OPTIONS This section is for advanced users only. It contains useful features for app developers. Do not modify anything here unless you are an advanced user. Among other options, the menu includes: ·...
  • Page 49 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Multimedia Camera Your tablet has front and rear cameras. To open them go to Apps menu > Camera or tap the camera shortcut on the home screen. To select one of the cameras, tap the icon in the top left of the screen.
  • Page 50 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Camera Mode In camera mode, a bar for manually adjusting the exposure appears by default near the top of the screen. To access the settings slide your finger to the left from the box containing the shutter button.
  • Page 51 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Video Mode To access the settings slide your finger to the left from the box containing the record button. Following is a brief explanation of the menu icons: Record videos in black and white.
  • Page 52 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Time Lapse Mode This mode allows a scene to be captured as it changes over time. It can then be played back at normal speed but with a fast-motion effect. Time-lapse recordings can be made with intervals ranging from 0.5 seconds to 5 minutes.
  • Page 53 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Swipe left from the box containing the shutter button and a Settings icon will appear in the bottom left corner. This icon provides access to a photography, video and general...
  • Page 54 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Photos To view the images and videos stored on your device use the Photos app located in the Apps menu. The main screen of the Photos app lets you browse the images and videos stored on your device.

  • Page 55: Play Music

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Multimedia Play Music Your tablet comes with a preinstalled audio player. Apart from reproducing your audio files, it also allows you to buy and download music given it is integrated with the app store.
  • Page 56 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps Apps Tap the icon on the Home screen to access the list of apps. The preinstalled apps, as well as those you have downloaded, are found here in alphabetical order. The first six on the list are those that you have recently used.

  • Page 57: Play Store

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps To install apps from a website save the *.apk file to your device. This type of file is usually compressed with a program such as WinRAR, so if the downloaded file has a *.rar extension it will need to be decompressed using a PC or an Android file manager such as File Manager (integrated into your device).
  • Page 58 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps Hangouts This instant messaging app allows you to communicate with your contacts. Set it up via your Gmail account to get started. Calendar Manage your daily tasks with the Calendar tool and sync them with your Gmail account. This enables you to share appointments, meetings and events with your contacts.
  • Page 59 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps The Surround virtualiser feature creates a realistic surround sound experience through any kind of headphones or stereo speakers (this feature is only available when headphones or external speakers are connected to the device).

  • Page 60: Sound Recorder

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps News and Weather (Genie Widget) This app offers real-time weather reports and international news of general interest. Besides this application, your device’s home screen can hold up to three different widgets, offering faster and more convenient access to information.
  • Page 61 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps Adding a contact Adding a new contact to a list can be done manually via the Contacts app. 1. Access the Contacts app. 2. Tapping the icon will display a list of available accounts to which the contact can be saved.
  • Page 62 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps Create a Group of Contacts You can easily organise contacts into groups with the Contacts app. Save contacts to your Gmail account to be able to do this. For example, different groups can be created for friends, colleagues, family, etc.
  • Page 63 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps Calculator Among other tools on your tablet is a practical calculator with which you can perform basic as well as some scientific and advanced calculations. Clock Your tablet comes with a useful Clock, which has various functions. It can be accessed via Apps menu >...
  • Page 64 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Apps FM Radio This app lets you listen to your favourite radio stations and save a broadcast to your tablet’s memory. Tune into radio stations by searching manually or use the automatic scan. Drag <...
  • Page 65 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Useful Advice Useful Advice Optimising battery life You can prolong battery life by disabling features you do not need. You can also control how system and application resources consume battery power. To optimise their settings, tap Apps menu and then Settings.

  • Page 66: Voice Search

    Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Useful Advice OTA Updates OTA stands for “Over the Air”, which refers to the way that firmware updates are sent to your device, that is, via your data connection. Minimal intervention is required on behalf of the user and there is no need for complex update procedures.
  • Page 67 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Useful Advice Text Selection To improve text selection and app interaction, the options for selecting text now appear beside the selected text. These options are described textually rather than with icons, making them easier to recognise.
  • Page 68 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Appendices Appendices Appendix A: Technical Specifications Access all the technical information relative to your device by visiting this link and selecting the corresponding model: http://www.bq.com/en/tablets Clicking on Specifications will show relevant information, such as: ·...
  • Page 69 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Appendices · Do not subject the charger to impact. Do not charge the battery using chargers that have not been approved by the manufacturer. · Do not use the device during electrical storms.
  • Page 70 The polarity must be as indicated in the drawing: Pin 5 “-” Micro-USB The use of a power supply other than the one indicated may damage your device and pose a risk to the safety of people and property. * For the Aquaris M10 4G model only...
  • Page 71 Aquaris M10 / M10 4G Complete User Manual - English Appendices Appendix C: Information on Exposure to Radio Waves and SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) The design of this tablet complies with the current regulations governing exposure to radio waves. These regulations are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to ensure the safety of everyone, regardless of age or state of health.
  • Page 72 Firmware version BQ Aquaris M10: 1.0.0.20151103-0254 BQ Aquaris M10 4G:1.0.0_20161115-1045...

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