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  • Page 2 This is a user manual for TCL TAB 8 Plus. In order to maintain your device in optimal condition, please read this manual and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Your Tablet ..............6 Keys and connectors ........6 Getting started ..........9 Home screen ............12 Text input ..............21 Using the onscreen keyboard ......21 Text editing ............22 Contacts..............23 Messaging ..............29 Write a new message ........29 Manage messages...........30 Pairing with PC or Smartphone ....31 Calendar and Clock ..........
  • Page 4 Google applications ..........42 Chrome ..............42 Gmail ..............42 Maps ..............43 YouTube ............43 Play Store ............43 Files ..............44 Settings ...............45 Wi-Fi ..............45 Bluetooth ............46 Mobile network ..........48 Connection ............48 Home screen & lock screen ......52 Display ...............53 Sound..............53 Notifications.............54 Button & gestures ..........54 9.10 Advanced features ..........54 9.11 Smart Manager ..........55 9.12 Security &...
  • Page 5 9.17 Storage ..............59 9.18 Accounts ............59 9.19 Digital Wellbeing & parental controls ..59 9.20 Google ...............59 9.21 Accessibility ............60 9.22 System ...............60 10 Making the most of your tablet ......62 10.1 FOTA Upgrade ..........62 11 Accessories ..............63 12 Troubleshooting ............64 13 Specifications ............71 14 Radio waves ...............73 14.1 Licenses .............79...

  • Page 6: Your Tablet

    Your Tablet ....... 1.1 Keys and connectors USB Type-C Charger Port Audio connector Speaker Front camera Light sensor SIM and Volume microSD keys tray Power/ Lock key Microphone Home Back Recent apps...
  • Page 7 Rear Camera Speaker Back button • Touch to go back to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the Notification panel, etc.
  • Page 8 Home button • From any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen. • Long press to turn on Google Assistant. You can get help such as getting directions and restaurant information based on the content detected on the screen. Recent Apps button • Touch to view applications you’ve recently accessed.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    1.2 Getting started 1.2.1 Setting up Step 1. If you need to replace the NANO SIM card and/or insert an optional microSD card, use the SIM tool provided in the box to open the SIM tray. Step 2. Remove the NANO SIM card/microSD card tray.
  • Page 10 Step 4. Slide the tray slowly into the SIM tray slot. It only fits one direction. Do not force into place. Keep the SIM tool in a safe place for future use. NOTE: The microSD card is sold separately. Charging the battery You might need to charge the battery before using your tablet by inserting the small end of the charging cable into the charger port as shown.
  • Page 11 WARNING: Only use the charger and cable supplied with the tablet. Using incompatible chargers or tampering with the charging port could damage your tablet and void the warranty. 1.2.2 Powering on your tablet NOTE: The first time you turn on your tablet, you may need to activate it.

  • Page 12: Home Screen

    1.2.3 Powering off your tablet To turn off your tablet, press and hold the Power/Lock key, and tap Power Off on the screen when it appears.. 1.3 Home screen The Home screen provides quick access to all the items (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets) you like to use most frequently.
  • Page 13 Google Search bar • Touch to enter text search screen • Touch to speak to Google Assistant. Favorite applications tray • Touch to enter the applications. • Touch and hold to move or change applications.. Auto-rotate screen The auto-rotate function allows the screen to be displayed horizontally or vertically, depending on how you hold the tablet.
  • Page 14 Touch and hold Touch and hold an item on the screen (such as a link in a web page) to open available options. Drag To drag, touch and hold an item and move it to a new position. Swipe Swipe by quickly sliding your finger in any direction. Multi-touch Pinch or spread your thumb and index finger to zoom in or out.
  • Page 15 Swipe up to close it the Quick Settings Panel. Notification panel When there are notifications, slide down the Status bar to open the Notification panel to read detailed information. Verizon Clear all notifications (ongoing notifications will remain) Quick Settings panel Slide down the notification panel to open the Quick Settings Panel.
  • Page 16 Verizon Open Settings, to view the full list of settings. 1.3.3 Locking and unlocking your screen To protect your tablet and privacy, you can lock the tablet with a pattern, PIN, or password. Creating a screen lock/unlock setting • From the Home screen, Swipe up to open the App drawer, then touch Settings >...
  • Page 17 If you have chosen Swipe as the screen lock, you can press the Power/Lock key to light up the screen, then swipe up to unlock the screen. Swipe up to unlock the screen 1.3.4 Personalizing your Home screen You can long press a folder, an application or a widget and drag the item to your preferred Home screen.
  • Page 18 Remove Long press an item and drag it up to the top of the Remove icon, then release. Create folders To improve the organization of shortcuts or applications on the Home screen and the Favorite tray, you can add them to a folder by stacking one item on top of another. To rename a folder, open it and touch the folder’s title bar to input the new name.
  • Page 19 Consult recently used applications To consult recently used applications, touch the Recent Apps button . Touch a thumbnail in the window to open the application. Tap one thumbnail and slide it up to close an application. Slide the screen left or right to view all the running applications.
  • Page 20 Using the settings menu From the Home screen, touch Settings > Sound to set the volume for media, alarms, Notification etc. Or press the Volume key, and then touch to view media, notification or alarm volume setting.

  • Page 21: Text Input

    Text input ......... 2.1 Using the onscreen keyboard Onscreen keyboard settings Go to Settings > System > Languages & input > Virtual keyboard, touch the keyboard you want to set up and a series of settings will become available. Adjust the onscreen keyboard orientation Turn the tablet sideways or upright to adjust the onscreen keyboard orientation.

  • Page 22: Text Editing

    Enter text or numbers. Tap to insert a period. Touch and hold to select different punctuation symbols. Tap to capitalize a letter. Touch and hold to CAPS Lock (to type in all capital letters) and tap again to turn off CAPS Lock. Tap to switch to symbol and numeric keyboard.

  • Page 23: Contacts

    Contacts ........Contacts enables quick and easy access to the contact you want to reach. You can view and create contacts on your tablet and synchronize them with your Gmail contacts or other applications. 3.2.1 Consult your Contacts To see your contacts, touch from the App drawer.
  • Page 24 Add new contact Deleted contacts will also be removed from other applications on the tablet or web the next time you synchronize your tablet. 3.2.2 Adding a contact in the contact list to create a new contact. Enter the contact's name and other contact information. Enter the contact information.
  • Page 25 Add to/Remove from Favorites To add a contact to favorites, you can tap a contact to view details then tap to add the contact to favorites. The contact will now appear in your favorites list within the application. To remove a contact from favorites, touch on the contact details screen.
  • Page 26 The icons available on the Quick contact panel depend on the information you have for the contact and the applications and accounts on your tablet. 3.2.5 Importing, exporting and sharing contacts To import contacts: From the Contacts screen, tap Fix & manage > Import from file, then select contacts file to import.
  • Page 27 3.2.6 Displaying contacts You can choose your display preference. Tap Fix & manage and then Settings > Sort by to sort the list by First name or Last name. as well as viewing contact names by First name first or Last name first through the Name format menu.
  • Page 28 Auto-sync On the Accounts screen, tap Automatically sync data, when activated, all changes to information on the tablet or online will be automatically synchronized.

  • Page 29: Messaging

    Messaging ........ 4.1 Write a new message You can create, edit and receive SMS and MMS with this tablet. To access Messaging, tap On the message list screen, touch to write text/ multimedia messages. Enter contacts or choose from contacts list Send the text message Insert emojis...

  • Page 30: Manage Messages

    Sending a text message To add recipients, enter the name or number of the recipient in the To bar. Tap the Text message bar to enter the text of the message. When finished, touch to send the text message. Sending a multimedia message MMS enables you to send video clips, images, photos, animations, slides and sounds to other compatible mobiles and email addresses.

  • Page 31: Pairing With Pc Or Smartphone

    Messages are displayed as a conversation. Tap a message to enter the message composing screen: and select Message To adjust message settings, tap settings on the message list screen. Open Messages. Tap your profile photo or icon in upper right corner of screen > Messages settings > Advanced >...
  • Page 32 If you choose to not pair with another device, skip to this step. • Tap to start a new text message. • Enter the name or number of the recipient, or tap to select a contact from your contacts list. • Compose the text message in the text box, and tap to send.

  • Page 33: Calendar And Clock

    Calendar and Clock ....5.1 Calendar You can use Calendar to keep track of important meetings, appointments, etc. To view the calendar and create events, Swipe up from the Home screen, then tap Calendar. 5.1.1 Multimode view You can display the Calendar by Schedule, Day, 3 Day, Week, or Month, tap to change your view.
  • Page 34 To quickly create an event from the Week view screens, tap an empty spot to select a target area which will then turn , then touch the icon to create the new event. 5.1.3 To delete or edit an event To delete or edit an event, tap the event to enter its details screen.

  • Page 35: Clock

    5.2 Clock Your tablet has a built-in clock. To view the current time, world clock, alarm, countdown and stopwatch, swipe up from the Home screen, then open the Clock app by tapping the icon. 5.2.1 Clock To view the world clock, tap within the Clock app.
  • Page 36 5.2.3 Timer to enter the Timer From the Clock screen, tap screen. • Enter the time. The time should be typed in hour, minute and second number sequence. • Tap to start the countdown. Pause/play 5.2.4 Stopwatch to enter the Stopwatch From the Clock screen, tap screen.
  • Page 37 • Tap to halt the total and lap times. These will only restart after is tapped. • Tap to delete the record. 5.2.5 Adjust Clock settings and then Settings to access Clock and Alarms settings.

  • Page 38: Multimedia Applications

    Multimedia applications ..6.1 Camera Before using the camera, make sure that you remove the protective lens cover to avoid it affecting your picture quality. To take a photo or video, tap from the Home screen. Switch between front and rear camera Pinch fingers together to zoom out, or spread fingers apart to zoom in View the photos or videos you have taken...

  • Page 39: Photos

    To take a photo Touch to capture. The photo will be automatically saved. You can also long press to take burst shots. To take a video Tap Video to change the camera mode to video, then to start video recording. You can also tap the right icon to take a picture during video recording.
  • Page 40 Album view in Full-screen Google Photos picture view Working with pictures Find the picture you want to work on, and tap the picture to enter the full-screen picture view. to share the picture. to Edit the picture. You can add a filter, adjust the picture color, and crop, straighten or rotate the picture.

  • Page 41: Other Applications And Games

    Other Applications and Games ........7.1 Other applications The previous applications in this section are preinstalled on your tablet. To download and install more 3rd party applications, use the Google Play Store application. Application availability depends on country and operator.

  • Page 42: Google Applications

    Google applications ... Google apps are preinstalled on your tablet to improve work efficiency and help you enjoy life. This manual briefly introduces the apps. For detailed features and user guides, refer to related websites or the introduction provided in the apps. You are recommended to register with a Google Account to enjoy full functionality.

  • Page 43: Maps

    8.3 Maps Google Maps offers satellite imagery, street maps, 360° panoramic views of streets, real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for traveling by foot, car, or public transportation. By using this application, you can get your own location, search for a place, and get suggested route planning for your trips.

  • Page 44: Files

    8.6 Files A file storage and synchronization service created by Google, which allows users to store, share and edit files. Files are kept secure and can be accessed from any device by logging in to your Google Account. Files or folders can be shared privately with other Google Account users.

  • Page 45: Settings

    Settings ......... Open Settings from the App Drawer by swiping up from the Home Screen and tapping the Settings Icon , or swipe down from the Notification Bar and tapping the Settings Icon Wi-Fi You can connect to the internet when your tablet is within range of a wireless network.

  • Page 46: Bluetooth

    To add a Wi-Fi network When Wi-Fi is on, you can add new Wi-Fi networks according to your preference. • Tap Settings > Wi-Fi. • Tap Add network. • Enter the name of the network and any required network information. • Tap CONNECT.
  • Page 47 Your device name and other available devices will appear on screen. To rename your device • Tap Settings > Bluetooth. • Tap Device name. • Enter a name, and tap RENAME to confirm. To pair/connect your tablet with a Bluetooth device To exchange data with another device, you need to turn Bluetooth on and pair your tablet with the Bluetooth device with which you want to exchange data.

  • Page 48: Mobile Network

    9.3 Mobile network Go to To Settings > Mobile network to enable data roaming, set your preferred network type, check the network connection you are using or create a new access point, etc. 9.4 Connection 9.4.1 Airplane mode Turn on Airplane mode to simultaneously disable all wireless connections including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and more.
  • Page 49 You also can set the Network restrictions, touch the Wi-Fi name, you can set the Wi-Fi data to Automatic, Metered or Not metered. 9.4.4 Virtual private networks (VPNs) allow you to connect to the resources inside a secured local network from outside that network.
  • Page 50 • The VPNs you have added are listed. Tap the VPN you want to connect with. • In the dialog that opens, enter any requested credentials and touch CONNECT. To disconnect from a VPN: • Tap the VPN you want to disconnect from. In the dialog that opens, touch DISCONNECT.
  • Page 51 9.4.6 Cast This function can transmit your tablet content to a television or other device capable of supporting video over Wi-Fi connection. • Touch Settings > Connections> Cast. • Turn on Cast. • Touch the device name you want to connect. Note: your device need to connect Wi-Fi network first before using this function.

  • Page 52: Home Screen & Lock Screen

    9.4.9 Nearby Share Nearby Share is a service to send and receive files between Android devices located at proximity. A list of devices will appear in your proximity when using the Nearby Share feature, which you can share content with. When you tap on the receiver, they will be notified with the option to accept or decline the file you are sharing.

  • Page 53: Display

    Lock screen style: default or classical style. Lock screen quick settings: turn on , and the quick settings panel can be dragged down even in the lock screen. Notifications on lock screen: you can set to show all notifications or don't shown any notification. Lock screen shortcut: you enable or disable to show the shortcut when the screen is locked.

  • Page 54: Notifications

    9.8 Notifications • App icon badges: you can choose how to show the icon badges (with number or with a red spot)when apps receive new notifications. • On the lock screen: you can choose to shown all notifications or don't show any notifications. • Notification icons folder: turn on , and all notification icons will be hidden in a separate icon.

  • Page 55: Smart Manager

    • Smart landscape, turn on , then when your tablet is in landscape orientation, third-party apps can be displayed and operated on the landscape. • App cloner mode allows you to duplicate an app for use with different accounts. Use app cloner when multiple people may be using the same device.
  • Page 56 Device Security • Screen lock: Choose screen lock such as None, Swipe, Pattern (draw an unlock pattern), Pin (set a PIN), Password (set a password). • Face unlock: This is a backup screen lock method, you can choose Face+Pattern, Face+PIN and Face +Password.

  • Page 57: Location

    • Trust agents is a service that tells the system whether your tablet environment is trusted. When a trust agent thinks it can trust the current environment, it will notify the system through a callback, and the system will decide how to bypass your tablet's security configuration.

  • Page 58: Privacy

    9.14 Privacy To protect your privacy, you can set an app to be allowed or forbidden to access your location, call logs, contacts, etc. Also whether or not to show passwords or choose the activities and info that you want to Google to save.

  • Page 59: Storage

    In the Permissions Manager menu of an application, you can grant permissions for the app, such as allowing the app to access your Camera, Microphone, Notifications, etc. 9.17 Storage Use these settings to monitor the total and available space on your tablet and microSD card. 9.18 Accounts Touch Add account to add an account for owner.

  • Page 60: Accessibility

    9.21 Accessibility Use the Accessibility settings to configure any accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your tablet. 9.21.1 System updates Tap Settings > System Update. If you want to update to the latest software available from your carrier, touch check for new system update and follow the on screen instructions.
  • Page 61 9.22.5 Backup Touch to back up your tablet’s settings and other application data to Google servers. If you replace your tablet, the settings and data you’ve backed up will be restored onto the new device when you sign in with your Google account.

  • Page 62: Making The Most Of Your Tablet

    Making the most of your tablet ........10.1 FOTA Upgrade Use the FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) Upgrade tool to update your tablet's software. To access Updates, from the app list, touch Settings > System updates. If you want the latest software available from your carrier, touch Check for new system update and follow the on screen instructions, your tablet will have the latest version of the software.

  • Page 63: Accessories

    Accessories ......Standard accessories 1. Charger 2. USB Cable 3. Quick Start Guide 4. Product safety and warranty information. 5. SIM removal Tool • O nly use the TCL chargers and accessories included along with your device.

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ....Before contacting the service center, here are some instructions to help you troubleshoot your device: • For optimal operation, fully charge the battery. • To improve the tablet’s performance, remove unnecessary files or apps on your tablet. • Update your tablet's software via the Updates application.
  • Page 65 • When the tablet falls into a loop during power on animation and the user interface can't be accessed, press and hold the Power key to restart. This eliminates any abnormal OS booting issues caused by third party applications. • If neither method is effective, restart the tablet by pressing the Power key and the Volume up key at the same time, press the Power key to confirm.
  • Page 66 • Make sure that your battery is not completely discharged; if the battery power has been empty for a long time, it may take around 20 minutes to display the battery charging indicator on the screen. • Make sure that charging is carried out under normal conditions (0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F )).
  • Page 67 Invalid SIM card • Make sure that the SIM card has been correctly inserted. • Make sure that the chip on your SIM card is not damaged. • Make sure that the service of your SIM card is available. I can't find my contacts • Make sure that your SIM card is not broken.
  • Page 68 • Verify the server center number or your MMS profile with your operator. • The server center may be swamped. Try again later. SIM card PIN locked • Contact your network operator to obtain the PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code. I can't connect my tablet to my computer • Check to make sure the USB port is not broken.
  • Page 69 The battery drains too fast • Make sure that you follow the complete charge time (minimum two hours). • After a partial charge, the battery level indicator may not be exact. Wait for at least 20 minutes after removing the charger to obtain an exact indication. • Adjust the brightness of screen as appropriate.
  • Page 70 After a factory data reset is performed, I can't use my tablet without entering Google Account credentials • After a reset is performed, you must enter the original Google Account credentials that were used on this tablet. • If you don’t remember your Google Account credentials, complete Google Account recovery procedures.

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications ...... Processor : MT8768A Platform : Android 13 Memory : 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM Dimensions (LxWxT) : 7.76 x 4.91 x 0.35 in Weight : 11.82 oz Display : 800 X 1280 IPS Network : GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz UMTS: 2/4/5 4G:2/4/5/12/13/66 CA: 2+2, 2+4, 2+5,2+13,4+13,4+4,4+5,2+66,5+66,13 (Band frequency and data speed are operator dependent.)
  • Page 72 • Bluetooth BT5.0 • Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • 3.5 mm audio jack • Type C USB 2.0 Camera : • 5 megapixel front camera • 8 megapixel rear camera Audio supported formats : AAC LC: HE-AACv1 (AAC+): HE-AACv2 (enhanced AAC+): AAC ELD (enhanced low delay AAC): AMR-NB: AMR-WB, FLAC, MP3, MIDI, Vorbis, PCM/WAVE Battery Capacity: 5500mAh, Non Removable...

  • Page 73: Radio Waves

    Radio waves THIS TABLET MEETS GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your tablet is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio-frequency (RF) energy. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.
  • Page 74 This device is complied with SAR for general population / uncontrolled exposure limits in ANSI/IEEE C95.1- 1992 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in IEEE1528. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model tablet with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
  • Page 75 For body-worn operation, the tablet meets FCC RF exposure guidelines provided that it is used with a non- metallic accessory with the handset at least 0 mm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Additional information on SAR can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications &...
  • Page 76 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...
  • Page 77 This tablet complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 78 Note that any data shared with TCL Communication Ltd. is stored in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. For these purposes TCL Communication Ltd. implements and maintains appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect all personal data, for example against unauthorized or unlawful processing...

  • Page 79: Licenses

    Logo is a trademark. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TCL Communication Ltd. and its affiliates is under licence. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 80 GNU General Public Licence and Apache Licence. You may download the source codes from https:/ /sourceforge.net/projects/tcl-mobile/files/. The provision of the source code is free of charge from the internet.
  • Page 81 For more information on how to use the tablet, please go to https:/ /www.tcl.com/us and download the complete user manual.

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