Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the ASUS Transformer Pad is in use.
Installing and removing a microSD card ..........11 Turning your ASUS Transformer Pad on ...........12 Turning your ASUS Transformer Pad off ...........12 Putting your ASUS Transformer Pad on sleep mode ......12 Forcing your ASUS Transformer Pad to shut down ......12 Shutting down your ASUS Transformer Pad .........12 To Begin .......................13...
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SuperNote ......................68 Using ASUS Pad PC Suite ................73 ASUS Webstorage ...................73 ASUS Sync ......................74 All about the ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking (optional) ..76 ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking ..........76 Special Keyboard Functions ...............79 Docking the ASUS Transformer Pad ............81 Undocking the ASUS Transformer Pad ...........82...
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Canada, avis d'Industry Canada (IC) ............87 Informations concernant l’exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) .87 CE Mark Warning .....................88 Power Safety Requirement .................88 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ............88 Copyright Information ...................90 Limitation of Liability ..................90 ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
PgDp Home ASUS Transformer Pad Mobile Warranty Card Docking (optional) • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The bundled power plug varies with country or region. • ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking is purchased separately. For more details about using the mobile docking, refer to the section All about the ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking (optional). ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
ASUS Transformer Pad. When the ASUS Transformer Pad is powered on, press the power button to put the ASUS Transformer Pad into sleep mode or wake it up from sleep mode. Press the Power button for half a second to display the shutdown dialog box, and tap OK.
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Built-in Front Camera Use the built-in camera for picture taking, video recording, video conferencing, and other interactive applications. Touch Screen Panel The touch screen panel allows you to operate your ASUS Transformer Pad using touch gestures. Dock Port • Insert the power adapter into this port to supply power to your ASUS Transformer Pad and charge the internal battery pack.
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Use the built-in camera for picture taking, video recording, video conferencing, and other interactive applications. Audio Speaker System Your ASUS Transformer Pad is equipped with a built-in high quality stereo speaker. Audio features are software controlled. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Charging the ASUS Transformer Pad • U se only the power adapter that comes with your device. Using a different power adapter may damage your device. • U sing the bundled power adapter and USB Dock cable to connect your ASUS Transformer Pad to a power outlet is the best way to charge the tablet. • E nsure that the 40-pin connector is fully inserted to your ASUS Transformer Pad.
Installing and removing a microSD card To install a microSD card: 1. Insert the card into the microSD card slot at your ASUS Transformer Pad’s left side. 2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely.
Putting your ASUS Transformer Pad on sleep mode To put your ASUS Transformer Pad on sleep mode: When your ASUS Transformer Pad is on, press the Power button once. Forcing your ASUS Transformer Pad to shut down To force your ASUS Transformer Pad to shut down: If your ASUS Transformer Pad is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least eight (8) seconds.
To Begin Unlocking your ASUS Transformer Pad Tap and drag the lock icon out of the circle to the open lock icon. Quick Camera Mode Tap and drag the lock icon out of the circle to the camera icon. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Return to the previous screen Display your e-mail inbox. Tap to configure the email account for the first time, and tap to read unread e-mails in the e-mail inbox folder. The Home Screen may update and change with Android OS. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
1. Tap on the top right corner of the Home Screen to access the tablet utilities. 2. Tap Settings > Screen. 3. Tap to deselect Auto-rotate screen. You can also enable/disable the auto-rotate screen function from the ASUS Quick Settings. For more details, refer to the section Settings. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Gallery or pages in MyLibrary and SuperNote. Inputting, inserting, selecting, and copying text When the ASUS Transformer Pad is undocked, the panel keyboard appears when tapping on any text insertion bars or word processors. On Google Text Search on the upper left corner, type in the web browser bar to search the web and your tablet, or to launch apps.
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Tap or hold the desired text on the web page and a tool bar appears on the top. You can copy, share, select, find, or search on the web. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Managing Apps App Shortcut You can create shortcuts for your favorite apps on your ASUS Transformer Pad Home Screen. Tap on the top right corner of the Home Screen to access the tablet utilities In the Apps menu, tap and hold the desired app and it will take you to the Home Screen.
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App Folder Create folders to organize your applications and shortcuts on your ASUS Transformer Pad Home Screen. To create an App folder: On your Home Screen, tap and drag an app or shortcut into another app or shortcut. A folder will appear.
Tap the Recent Apps icon at the lower left corner of the Home Screen. Do any of the following: Swipe up and down the list to view Recent Apps. Swipe a • recent app to the left or right to remove from list. • Tap and hold a recent app to display menu. Select to remove app from list or display app information. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Task Manager ASUS widget displays a list of currently running utilities and applications and their usages in percentages on your ASUS Transformer Pad. To use the Task Manager: Tap on the top right corner of the Home Screen to access the tablet utilities.
The Internal Storage (/sdcard/) and any connected external storage devices (/Removable/) are displayed on the left panel. Tap on the source icon on the left panel to display content list. Tap to select a source and view its contents. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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4. Tap the Return folder icon to return to the root directory of My Storage. To access the external storage device directly: Tap the USB or SD card icon on the bottom right corner. Tap on the folder icon in the pop-up notification box. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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To copy, cut, delete, or share files: Tick the file and tap on the action icon at the tool bar on the upper right. You can also tick the file and drag to drop in the destination. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Use your existing Google account to access the Play Store. If you don’t have a Google account, create one. For details on setting up a Google account (Gmail) using your ASUS Transformer Pad, refer to the section Gmail. To access Play Store:...
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Some applications are free and some might charge you through a credit card. Download the latest Adobe Flash Player version 11.1.112.60 for ICS devices. You cannot restore the deleted applications, but you can login with the same ID and download them again. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Settings Settings screen allows you to configure the settings of your ASUS Transformer Pad, including Wireless & networks, Device, Personal, and System. Tap the tabs on the left to switch screens and do the configurations. There are two ways to enter the Settings screen.
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From ASUS Quick Setting: Tap the notification area on the bottom right corner. The Quick Setting panel will pop up on the right. Display local date and time Docking / Pad Internet Battery Status connection status Settings Menu Performance setting...
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ASUS Quick Setting Adjustment Panel Tap on the individual utility icons to enable or disable its function. Performance mode Power Saving Wi-Fi Silent mode Auto-rotate screen Bluetooth Balanced mode Auto-Sync Icon and baseline light up when enabled • B alanced mode [Default mode]: Balances the system’s performance and power usage.
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1. Swipe an alert/update to the left or right to remove from list. 2. You can enable or disable ASUS Quick Setting to Simplified Mode in Settings> ASUS customized setting> NOTIFICATION PANEL.
Tap the top right corner of the Home Screen to access the tablet utilities. Tap Widgets to display the widgets menu. Tap and hold ASUS Battery. The ASUS Battery box will appear on the Home Screen. ASUS Quick Setting and the notification panel also display the battery status.
Play Music Tap Play Music on the Home Screen to play your music files. This application automatically collects and displays all the audio files stored in your ASUS Transformer Pad and the connected external storage devices. You can shuffle and play all audio files randomly or flip to select an album to play.
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Decoder Audio Codec: AAC LC/LTP, HE-AACv1(AAC+), HE-AACv2(enhanced AAC+), AMR-NB, AMR-WB, MP3, FLAC, MIDI, PCM/WAVE, Vorbis, WAV a-law/mu-law, WAV linear PCM, WMA 10, WMA Lossless, WMA Pro LBR Video Codec: H.263, H.264, MPEG-4, VC-1/WMV, VP8 Encoder Audio Codec: AAC LC/LTP, AMR-NB, AMR-WB Video Codec: H.263, H.264, MPEG-4 ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Tap Gallery on the Home Screen to browse for image or video files. This application automatically collects and displays all the image and video files stored in your ASUS Transformer Pad. You can play all image files in a slideshow, or tap to select for image or video files.
Tap a desired album in the gallery and hold until the tool bar on the top appears. You can upload, delete, or share selected albums through the Internet. Tool bar Share the selected album through ASUS Webstorage, Bluetooth®, Picasa®, Google+®, or Gmail®. Album details Delete or cancel the selected album.
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Tool bar Delete or cancel the selected image. Share the selected album through ASUS Webstorage, Bluetooth®, Picasa®, Check the image information, Google+®or Gmail®. and edit the selected image. You cannot restore a deleted file. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Tap the top right corner of the Home Screen to access the tablet utilities. Tap Widgets to display the widgets menu. Tap and hold Photo Gallery. The gallery widget box will take you to the Home Screen and a Choose images menu box appears. Choose the album or image that you want to place as a widget on the Home Screen. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
The image files will be saved to Gallery automatically. Camera mode Zoom in Camera switch Capture button Camera settings Zoom out Mode switch Flash Mode Return White Balance Exposure Advanced settings Scene Mode ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Video mode White balance Torch mode Return Record button Effects Advanced settings Video quality Time lapse interval Panoramic mode Capture button Captured range Panoramic image ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
To set up an Email account: Tap Email on the Apps menu. Enter your Email address and Password, then tap Next. Please wait while the ASUS Transformer Pad automatically checks your mail server settings. Configure the Account options and tap Next. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Tap Settings on the top right corner. All the preferences of this account are displayed. Tap Add account on the top right corner to add another account. You can include all your e-mail accounts in Email. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Email and Password, then tap Sign in. Tap New if you do not own a Google Account. Wait while your ASUS Transformer Pad communicates with Google servers to set up your account. You can use your Google...
Download Adobe Flash® player before using MyLibrary. Your bookshelves Search for an e-book Sort by title, author, date, or My Array Recent Read List and other settings Selection mode Log into asus@vibe Books on the selected bookshelf Latest read ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
1. Android initiates the download and installation of necessary resource if you would like to use the text-to-speech function. 2. Tap on the Bookmark list and select the marked page to show the bookmark icon on the upper right corner of the screen. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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You can highlight the selected word with a marker, add a note, use text- to-speech function for the selected text, or simply copy the word. Move selection tab to extend the selected region to a whole phrase or sentence if needed. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Google Maps Google Maps allows you to find establishments, view maps, and get directions. Use the toolbar on top to get directions or create your own maps. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
To open a file in the internal storage device, tap Local Storage > My Folders on the upper left and select the file. Add new folder Settings Add new file Recent files Search for a file ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Tap Slide to start the application to create and share presentations. 1. Polaris® Office 3.0 supports file types as below: • Microsoft Word: .doc/ .docx • Microsoft Excel: .xls/ .xlsx • Microsoft Powerpoint: .ppt/ .pptx • Adobe Acrobat: .pdf • Text: .txt • Images: .bmp/ .jpg/ .jpeg/ .png/ .gif/ .wbpm • Zip Archives: .zip 2. Polaris® Office 3.0 currently saves files into .doc/ .xls/ .ppt formats only. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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From the Polaris® Office screen, tap Tap the service that you want to add. Key in the e-mail account and password, and tap OK to add the account. For more details about Google docs or Box.net, visit their official websites. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Configuring the Settings To configure the settings: > Settings. From the Polaris® Office screen, tap Tap to enable any of these settings: Create backup file, Display file extensions, or Clear recent files. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
MyNet MyNet allows you to store, save, and stream audio, video, and images files between your ASUS Transformer Pad and a DLNA device such as your computer, TV, or speakers. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is the networking standard that allows network devices to seamlessly communicate with each other.
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On the Server list, select the source device on the left panel to view the contents. Source device Search and Settings Current source Content Select a file and tap Play to on the bottom right to start playing on the target device. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Tap and hold a media file to upload or download the file to and from the connecting devices. You can also select a file from the Playlist. The Playlist offers a common space for the connected devices to share files. Tap on the plus sign (+) to create new lists. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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To enable Digital Media Server, tap Settings at the upper right corner and tick Digital Media Server Settings to allow the other connecting devices to access media files on your ASUS Transformer Pad. You can also select the location of the file you want to share.
MyCloud MyCloud allows you to safely access your files from your ASUS Webstorage cloud account and sychronize them with your ASUS Transformer Pad; remotely access or control your computer; and access radio stations and music files for streaming. • B efore using MyCloud, ensure that you install the ASUS Pad PC Suite on your computer.
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Accessing files via My Content My Content allows you to access your data such as music, videos, or audio files from ASUS Webstorage. To use MyContent: Tap I have an account to sign in or tap Create an account to create your free account.
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After signing in, you will see all your data stored in ASUS Webstorage. Locate your data according to its category. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Remote controlling via My Desktop My Desktop allows you to remotely control your computer from your ASUS Transformer Pad. Download the ASUS Pad PC Suite from the ASUS Support site at support.asus.com. Installing and setting up ASUS Pad PC Suite on your...
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Read the license agreement and click Accept to continue. Create your security code or password and click Next. Click Done to continue. Copy your computer’s IP address on your ASUS Transformer Pad for later use. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Using MyDesktop on your ASUS Transformer Pad: Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Pad and your computer are connected to the same wireless network. Tap Start to scan all available devices. Tap the plus sign (+) on the top right corner to add your computer’s information.
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Tap on OK to continue. Manually enter all the information of your computer, including the IP address and the password you previously copied and tap Done. My Desktop will not work if the devices are connected via 3G network. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Enter your Google credentials in the Email and Password fields and click Sign in. To set up Internet Discovery on your ASUS Transformer Pad: Tap Settings on the top right corner and enter your Google account in Internet discovery. Your device will automatically detect your computer.
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@Vibe Asus@Vibe is a one-stop entertainment platform that serves as a value-added service for all ASUS products. With the Asus@Vibe platform, you can access or download a wealth of exciting and engaging digital content such as music, videos, games, magazines, and e-books. You can also tune into your favorite radio stations and stream live TV anytime and anywhere.
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Scroll and select your desired disc or radio station. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
To use App Locker: Tap App Locker from the Apps Menu. Set up your password. Tick the apps you would like to lock. Activate App Locker from Settings on the upper right corner. • Lock signs will appear by the locked apps on the Home Screen. • You will be asked for your password every time you access the locked apps. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
To use App Backup: Tap on App Backup from the Apps Menu. The Backup List shows the installed applications on your ASUS Transformer Pad downloaded from the Play Store. Select the apps you want to back up and tap Backup.
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Tap a backup file to restore or tap Browse on the upper right corner to access the files in the internal or external storage device. Enter file password to decrypt the backup file and restore contents to your ASUS Transformer Pad. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
SuperNote SuperNote is a convenient app used for writing and painting on your ASUS Transformer Pad. You can take notes, send instant messages, draw sketches, create e-cards with audio recordings or diaries with video, and lots more. All your notebooks and paintbooks...
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On the upper right, tap on Share to share by e-mail, webstorage, social networks, or online gallery. Insert/ Delete page All pages view Goes back to SuperNote main menu Add to Favorites Share and Export Settings Page Scroll Page number Space Previous/ Next page Backspace Return ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Using the SuperNote Notebook SuperNote Notebook is designed to allow you to scribble on the ASUS Transformer Pad continuously regardless of page lines. The app automatically adjusts the scribbled notes. Choose Scribble mode or Keyboard mode to enter your notes.
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Tap on Undo to delete changes. Tap Redo to keep the changes. SuperNote automatically saves and sorts the files by date in /sdcard/ supernote. Insert/ Delete page Disable Edit Redo/ Undo ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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Once you enter the first stroke or tap Select, the canvas switches to Edit mode. Tap Select to move, scale, rotate, or edit the selected area. A red dotted box will appear to designate the area. Tap Done to return to Paintbook mode. Paintbook mode Edit mode ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Using ASUS Pad PC Suite ASUS Pad PC Suite consists of My Desktop PC Server, ASUS Webstorage and ASUS Sync. It allows you to connect your ASUS Transformer Pad to your computer. My Desktop PC Server allows you ro remotely access your computer from your ASUS Transformer Pad.
To synchronize your ASUS Transformer Pad with your PC: Use the bundled USB Dock cable to connect your ASUS Transformer Pad to your computer. Click the ASUS Sync on the bottom right corner to connect your ASUS Transformer Pad to your computer. Start ASUS Sync on your computer.
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Click the item you want to synchronize and click Sync Selected. You can also click Select All to sync both items. Click Calendar or Contacts on the left for detailed configurations. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
All about the ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking (optional) ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking The ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking is purchased separately. Backspace Enter Caps Lock Shift Shift PgUp Ctrl Ctrl PgDp Home ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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USB Dock port Insert the USB Dock cable into this port to supply power to your ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking and charge the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to your ASUS Transformer Pad mobile docking and battery pack, always use the bundled power adapter.
Slide your finger across the touchpad to move the pointer. You can also hold the left button and slide your finger to drag the selected item. Single tap to select or launch an item. Slide two fingers to scroll up/ down or move up/down/left/right. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON or OFF. Toggles the internal Bluetooth ON or OFF. Toggles the touchpad ON or OFF. Decreases display brightness. Increases display brightness. Toggles the ambient light sensor ON or OFF. Captures screen image. PgUp Home PgUp PgDp Home ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
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PgUp Activates the properties menu and is equivalent to PgDp Home on the screen. PgUp PgDp Home Locks the ASUS Transformer Pad and puts it into sleep mode. PgDp Home PgUp PgUp PgDp PgDp Home Home Press <Fn> and arrow keys to scroll up and down or scroll to the start and end of a document or web page.
Docking the ASUS Transformer Pad To dock the ASUS Transformer Pad: Align the ASUS Transformer Pad with the mobile docking. Firmly insert the ASUS Transformer Pad into the socket until it clicks, indicating that the ASUS Transformer Pad is securely seated on the docking.
Undocking the ASUS Transformer Pad To undock the ASUS Transformer Pad: Use one hand to move the latch to the left to release the ASUS Transformer Pad and stabilize the mobile docking. Use the other hand to remove the ASUS Transformer Pad from the mobile docking.
• E nsure that the 40-pin USB connector is fully inserted into your ASUS Transformer Pad or mobile dock. • T he input voltage range between the wall outlet and this adapter is AC 100V–240V, and the output voltage of this adapter is DC 15V, 1.2A. • Fully charge the battery up to eight hours for first-time use. • T he ASUS Transformer Pad cannot be charged via the USB Dock cable when it is connected to the mobile docking. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
3. Push the SD card until it locks in place. To remove the SD card 1. Tap the SD card icon at the bottom right corner and to safely remove the microSD card. 2 Press the card slightly until it ejects. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
EUT transmitting at the specified power level in different channels. The highest FCC SAR value for this device when tested for use near the body was 0.431 W/kg (Murata). The highest FCC & IC SAR value for this device when tested for use near the body was 1.390 W/kg (AW-615). ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
The County Code Selection feature is disabled for products marketed in the US/Canada. For product available in the USA/ Canada markets, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
Ce périphérique est homologué pour l'utilisation au Canada. Pour consulter l'entrée correspondant à l’appareil dans la liste d’équipement radio (REL - Radio Equipment List) d'Industry Canada rendez-vous sur: http://www.ic.gc.ca/app/sitt/reltel/srch/nwRdSrch.do?lang=eng Pour des informations supplémentaires concernant l'exposition aux RF au Canada rendez-vous sur : http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/ sf08792.html ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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Android Market. This is a production GA (General Availability) release for Android 2.2 (Froyo) and 2.3 (Gingerbread) devices and an initial beta release for Android 3.x (Honeycomb) tablets that include at least Google’s 3.0.1 system update. For more details, please visit http://blogs.adobe.com/flashplayer/. ASUS Transformer Pad Manual...
ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
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