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TOUCHBOOK G7
USER MANUAL
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  • Page 1 TOUCHBOOK G7 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Information ............4 Appearance and Key Functions ........12 Introduction ..............14 Call Functions ..............16 Notifications Bar ............. 18 Contacts ................20 Messaging ................. 22 Bluetooth & Wi-Fi ............23...
  • Page 3 Downloads ................ 26 Internet Browser.............. 27 Gmail .................. 29 Camera ................30 Gallery ................32 Music .................. 34 FM Radio ................35 Sound Recorder .............. 37 File Manager ..............38...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Calendar ................39 Alarm Clock ..............40 Settings ................41 Storage ................46 Troubleshooting .............. 47 Safety Information Please carefully read the terms below: Use Safely Do not use the tablet in situations where it might cause danger. Transportation Safety Please observe all transportation laws and regulations.
  • Page 5 Please drive with both hands on the wheel. PLEASE DRIVE RESPONSIBLY - DO NOT TEXT AND DRIVE Hospital Safety Please follow hospital rules and limitations. Please turn off your tablet when near medical instruments. Airport Safety Remember to follow all airport and flight safety regulations. Please do not use your tablet during flight.
  • Page 6 Accessories and Batteries Use only Blu authorized batteries and accessories. Information Backup Remember to keep a written record of all important information. Battery Safety and Precautions - For better performance and longer battery life, it is recommended that you charge the battery fully before using the tablet for the first time.
  • Page 7 Warning: Please be careful with the disposal of used batteries. Do not throw away batteries with daily waste. Please follow local environmental laws and guidelines for proper waste disposal. Cleaning and Maintenance - Avoid using the tablet and accessories in excessively moist areas to avoid malfunction. - Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the tablet, battery and charger.
  • Page 8 determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Page 9 value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output. The exposure standard for wireless devices employing a unit of measurement is known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR.
  • Page 10 IC Notice This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 11 IC Radiation Exposure Statement This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in IC RSS-102 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE 1528 and IEC 62209. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 12: Appearance And Key Functions

    Appearance and Key Functions Front Camera Power Volume...
  • Page 13 Rear Camera...
  • Page 14: Introduction

    Speakers Introduction Installation of the SIM Card Please keep the SIM card out of the reach of children. The SIM card and its contact are easily damaged due to scratching or bending. Please be cautious when carrying, installing or taking out the SIM card. Note: Please contact your cellular tablet service provider directly to obtain the SIM card.
  • Page 15 Memory Card SIM Slot 3. Power on the tablet. Power On, Power Off and Unlock On - Please ensure the SIM card has been properly inserted into the tablet. Long press the Power key to switch on the tablet. Off - In standby mode, long press on Power key until an options menu appears. Select Power Off in the menu to switch off the tablet.
  • Page 16: Call Functions

    Call Functions At the dial keyboard, enter the phone number and then click the dial key. If dialing an extension, you may click the dial pad icon in the bottom of the screen to open the interface and enter the number of the extension.
  • Page 17 Call Logs Keypad Call Logs Every number called and received will be saved in the call log. All numbers in the call log can be dialed directly by clicking the number and select CALL BACK. When the number appears on the list, click it to view additional details.
  • Page 18: Notifications Bar

    Notifications Bar The notification bar is the status bar located on the top of the screen which contains useful and important information regarding your tablet and applications that are installed. On the notification bar, several icons will appear such as signal bar, battery indicator, data indicator, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
  • Page 19 Quick Notification Settings Pending Notifications and Applications Quick Notification Settings The notification settings window provides shortcuts to different settings for quick access. When you slide the notification bar down with your finger to display any pending notifications, touch any place of pending notifications and slide down again to see Quick Notification Settings.
  • Page 20: Contacts

    Contacts Enter: Click on the applications menu and select contacts • The default display is the tablet contacts and SIM card contacts • The contacts are organized alphabetically by default. Search Add Contact...
  • Page 21 Click the Search icon to enter the contact search interface. Any numbers or letters associated with any of the contacts saved in the list will be shown in the search results. If there were no matches for the inputted contact, the interface will display no contacts found. Add New Contact ...
  • Page 22: Messaging

    Messaging You may use this function to exchange text messages and multimedia messages with your family and friends. The messages to and from the same contact or tablet number will be saved into a single conversation so you may see the entire message history conveniently. Send an SMS Application Menu »...
  • Page 23: Bluetooth & Wi-Fi

    Add recipient Text Entry Field Attachment Type for MMS Message Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that devices can use to exchange information and connect to different types of devices which include headsets, car kits, and other devices.
  • Page 24 Power on Bluetooth 1) Settings » Bluetooth and select ON to power on Bluetooth. 2) The Bluetooth icon will appear in the notification bar.The tablet will start to scan for all devices within range. 3) In Bluetooth settings all the devices found will displayed in the list under the icon. Note: The default detecting time is 2 minutes.
  • Page 25 Power on Wi-Fi  Settings » Wi-Fi and select ON to power on Wi-Fi  Click on the desired Wi-Fi network to be connected. Note: Unsecured networks can be connected to directly - Secured networks require a password or credentials prior to connection. List of available networks and the network connection screen...
  • Page 26: Downloads

    Downloads The download section keeps sorted all of the files that have been downloaded on the tablet. The section can display the download by date or by size. To clear the file from the list, touch and hold the target file until delete icon appear, and then touch to remove the file.
  • Page 27: Internet Browser

    Internet Browser Menu Functions Backward After browsing through multiple pages, this option will return the user to the previous page. Forward After browsing through multiple pages, this option will move to a web page after the current page. Windows You may view all windows open by clicking the windows icon in the upper right part of the browser. Bookmarks Click the save to Bookmarks option to make the current URL as a saved Bookmark.
  • Page 28 Click on the menu key to access the browser settings...
  • Page 29: Gmail

    Gmail Gmail is Google’s free email service. To access the Gmail program, click the applications menu and click on the Gmail icon and either sign in with your existing account or create a new one. Note: In order to keep accounts streamlined with Google services, your Gmail account will be used for various Google programs which include: Google Play Store, Google Drive, Google +, Google Photos, and Google Wallet.
  • Page 30: Camera

    Play Store Google Play allows you to download music, movies, and even games. Click the Play icon to sign in with your Google account. Select between Google Play categories which include: Applications, Games, Movies, Music, Books and Newsstand Camera Camera Prior to use: Install memory card before using the camera or video camera.
  • Page 31 typically stored in the memory card for large storage capacity for images. Open Camera  Applications Menu » Camera  Select video mode if you want to record videos. Note: You may place a camera shortcut icon on any of the screens. Take Pictures ...
  • Page 32: Gallery

    Camera Modes Camera Options Select from Camera or Video Gallery Open Images Click on the applications menu then click on the gallery icon to enter and view stored media...
  • Page 33 List of different gallery albums Share Pictures You may share pictures by sending them through different types of installed applications. You may also send pictures through the MMS message function by attaching a picture and also via Bluetooth. Adjust Image Press target picture once to maximize it and select edit icon to adjust images.
  • Page 34: Music

    Crop Pictures Click menu and crop to adjust the size of the picture. Once the picture appears, pinch your fingers in or out to adjust the size. To keep proportion, hold down any of the four corners of the image and adjust. Music Open Music Application Menu »...
  • Page 35: Fm Radio

    Search Music You may choose to search for music from media folder through artist name, song name, album name. The following formats are available: AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, and OGG. FM Radio FM Radio Through this function, you may listen to FM radio on the device. The FM radio uses the wired headset as an antenna in order to receive signal.
  • Page 36 Radio Options Add Favorite Radio Stations Scan FM Radio as Background Click on the Home key to move the FM Radio to the background.
  • Page 37: Sound Recorder

    Sound Recorder You may send any recorded audio via Bluetooth or MMS and also have the option to make any recorded audio the tablets default ring tone. The recorder uses only 3GPP format. Record - Keep the mic near the voice source. - Click the record button to record the audio.
  • Page 38: File Manager

    Note: All recordings are typically saved in the SD card folder. Please ensure SD card is installed. File Manager The file manager allows you to search and organize your stored files conveniently and efficiently through one program. Scroll and search through the File Manager for stored files.
  • Page 39: Calendar

    Calendar The calendar helps keep track of your life’s most important moments in one application. Long press the specific day or hour you wish to enter a new event to...
  • Page 40: Alarm Clock

    Alarm Clock Click the clock icon and then click the Alarm tab to enter the alarm clock configuration interface. This option allows you to add and edit alarms Click to edit or delete alarms Click to edit new alarms While in the alarm interface, click on the specific hour and minute to set the alarm...
  • Page 41: Settings

    Settings Wireless & Network Wi-Fi  Settings » Wi-Fi to power on. When on, the Wi-Fi will automatically search for available networks. Any unsecured network can be used directly and any secured network requires a password or credentials prior to connection. Bluetooth ...
  • Page 42 Note: When in airplane mode, all network connections will turn off automatically. Device Display  Wallpaper, Brightness level, Sleep, Daydream, Font size and so on. Sound & notification  This option sets the tone settings for receiving calls and notifications. Storage ...
  • Page 43 Personal Location Here, you can set the location mode:  High Accuracy – Use GPS, Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks  Battery Saving – Use Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks.  Device Only – Use GPS only to determine location. You can also see recent location requests and location services. Note: GPS depends on satellite/hardware availability.
  • Page 44 advanced items to manage for the purpose of tablet security. Accounts  Add account and manage accounts. Language and Input  Language - Change languages.  Spell checker- use entries from your contact list to check spell.  Personal Dictionary - Add or delete words to the personal dictionary. ...
  • Page 45 System Date & Time  Date and Time adjustment.  Set time zone - Select Time Zone according to where your location.  Use 24-hour format  Select Date Format - There are 3 kinds of formats you can choose from: Month-Day-Year, Day-Month-Year and Year-Month-Day, and Year-Month-Day which is the default setting.
  • Page 46: Storage

    About tablet  Tablet updates, status of the battery, network, and others, and tablet Information. Storage Connect the tablet with the USB cable provided. Once connected, a USB connected interface will appear. Once in the connection mode interface, select MTP Media device or from the other options in the connection screen to transfer files.
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Below is a list of common problems that may occur. Try these easy troubleshooting steps to resolve any type of issues you may encounter. The tablet does not power on  Press and hold the power key until the startup sequence appears on the display. ...
  • Page 48  Please keep in mind that standby time relates directly to usage (Internet, Text, Voice Calls, Maps, etc.). The tablet cannot connect to the network (Voice or Data)  Verify if you have active service with your service provider.  Contact your local network service provider and verify if you are within its network coverage area.
  • Page 49 The information provided in this user manual is subject to change without notice and BLU Products reserves the right to modify the manual at any given time. BLU Products has made every effort to ensure that this user manual is accurate and disclaims responsibility and liability for any inaccuracies or omissions.

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