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- Page 1 ViewPad 7x User Guide Model No. VS14109...
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Page 2: Compliance Information
Compliance Information FCC NOTICE The following statement applies to all products that have received FCC approval. Applicable products bear the FCC logo, and/or an FCC ID in the format FCC ID: GSS- VS14109 on the product label.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 3 CE Conformity for European Countries The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. CE SAR Information THIS MOBILE DEVICE MEETS GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines.
- Page 4 European Union Regulatory Conformance The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: EN50332-1/2, EN301489-1, EN301489-3, EN301489-17, EN55022/24, EN62209-2, EN60950-1, EN300328, EN300440-1/2 The device has been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement laid down in the applicable EN 50332-1 and EN 50332-2...
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Page 5: Declaration Of Rohs Compliance
Declaration of RoHS Compliance This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/ 95/EC of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: Substance... -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions 1. DO NOT place objects on top of the ViewPad, as objects may scratch the screen. 2. DO NOT expose the ViewPad to dirty or dusty environments. 3. DO NOT place the ViewPad on an uneven or unstable surface. 4. -
Page 7: Copyright Information
® trademarks or registered trademarks of DataViz, Inc. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product. -
Page 8: Product Registration
Purchase Date: _________________________________ Product disposal at end of product life ViewSonic respects the environment and is committed to working and living green. Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit ViewSonic website to learn more. USA & Canada: http://www.viewsonic.com/company/green/recycle-program/ Europe: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/recycling-information/... -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started..............1 1.1 Your Device....................1 Front ......................1 Back ......................1 Top ......................2 Down ......................2 1.2 Accessories ....................2 1.3 Installing Memory Card................3 1.4 Charging Battery ..................3 1.5 Using Headsets ................... 4 1.6 Turning the Device On or Off .............. - Page 10 Chapter 5: Using Internet ..............25 5.1 Browsing Web Pages................25 Managing web pages ................26 Chapter 6: Google Apps ..............27 6.1 Gmail ......................27 Signing in to Gmail ..................27 Refreshing Gmail ..................27 Creating and sending emails..............27 Reading and replying to emails ..............
- Page 11 Taking a photo ..................41 Reviewing a video ..................41 Reviewing a photo..................42 Configuring camera settings ..............42 8.2 Viewing Videos & Photos ................. 44 Playing videos ................... 44 Viewing photos ..................44 8.3 Using Music Player ................... 45 Music screen .....................
- Page 12 Location & security ..................58 Applications ....................58 Accounts & sync..................59 Privacy ...................... 59 Storage...................... 59 Language & input ..................59 Accessibility....................60 Date & time ....................60 About tablet ....................60 10.2 Changing Basic Settings ................ 61 Date and time settings ................61 Alarms settings..................
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Page 13: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1: Getting Started 1.1 Your Device Front Light sensor Front camera Touch screen Microphone Back Rear camera Flash LED... -
Page 14: Top
PC as a USB mass storage. 1.2 Accessories Your package comes with the following items. If any of them is missing, please contact your retailer. • ViewPad 7x • AC adapter and plugs • Micro USB cable • Headset • Quick Start Guide... -
Page 15: Installing Memory Card
1.3 Installing Memory Card ® You need a microSD card to store photos, music, videos, and other data. To install the memory card 1. Open the card cover. 2. Insert the microSD card as shown. Make sure the gold contacts are facing down. To remove the memory card 1. -
Page 16: Using Headsets
1.5 Using Headsets For hands-free conversation or listening to music, plug a headset to the headset jack. NOTE: • When using a headset, your ability to hear outside sounds may be limited. Do not use headset if it will endanger you. •... -
Page 17: Unlocking The Screen
1.7 Unlocking the Screen By default, the screen automatically locks after a period of inactivity. You can set the length of time until the screen locks, see “Screen” on page 59. To unlock the screen 1. Press the Power button to turn on the display from Sleep mode. 2. -
Page 18: Chapter 2: The Basics
Chapter 2: The Basics 2.1 Home Screen From the Home screen, you can quickly access common features and view notifications of received messages, battery and connection status. Application Drawer Tap to view the applications and settings of the device. Google Search Enter the text you Swipe left/right to want to search in... -
Page 19: Status Bar Icons
Status Bar Icons Status bar icons indicate different types of information. The icons on the status bar indicate the following information: Battery icon Network icon Current time Operation icons (Return/Home/History) New mail icon See “Home Screen” on page 6. Icon Description Icon Description... -
Page 20: Shortcut Menu
Shortcut menu The shortcut menu allows you to easily access an application from the Home screen. To open an application, tap an icon. Customizing shortcut menu To add a shortcut: 1. Tap 2. Tap App shortcuts to display the applications. 3. -
Page 21: Using Widgets
Using widgets Save time with live updates right on the Home screen and get all your personalized updates in one place. You may add and customize the Widgets on the Home screen as you like. 1. From the Home screen, tap All available widgets is displayed. -
Page 22: Setting Wallpaper
Setting wallpaper You can customize the wallpaper of your Home screen with a default wallpaper or with pictures taken with your device. Set wallpaper from Wallpaper gallery 1. From the Home screen, tap > Wallpapers. 2. Tap Wallpapers. All default wallpapers are displayed. 3. -
Page 23: Adjusting Volume
2.2 Adjusting Volume This device features three types of volume which can be adjusted separately: • Ringer volume: Set the volume for notifications. • Media volume: Set the volume for music and videos. • Alarm volume: Set the volume for alarms. To adjust the volume 1. -
Page 24: Setting Up Wi-Fi
2.3 Setting up Wi-Fi This device only uses Wi-Fi connection. You need to connect to a wireless network before surfing the Internet or using the related applications that require internet connection. To turn Wi-Fi on or off 1. From the Home screen, tap >... - Page 25 5. When connecting to a secured network, you will be prompted for the password. Enter the password, then tap Connect. When Wi-Fi is connected, the connection icon is displayed on the status bar. To add Wi-Fi network 1. From the Home screen, tap >...
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Page 26: Contacts
To view Wi-Fi settings 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Wireless & networks. 2. Tap Wi-Fi settings > > Advanced. The details on MAC address and IP address appear on the screen. 2.4 Contacts Contacts lets you store names, phone numbers, email, and other information. Contacts are stored in the phone memory. -
Page 27: Importing Contacts
Importing contacts You can import contacts from the memory card to your device. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Contacts. 2. Tap > Import/Export. 3. Select Import from USB storage. 4. Select vCard files to import and tap OK. Backing up contacts You can copy contacts to the memory card to back up your contacts information. -
Page 28: Favorite Contacts
Favorite contacts Add the most frequently called contacts to the Starred contact list to help you access contacts quickly and easily. Add to Starred List 1. From the Home screen, tap > Contacts. 2. From All contacts list, tap a contact. 3. -
Page 29: Chapter 3: Entering Information
Chapter 3: Entering Information 3.1 On-Screen Keyboard The on-screen keyboard appears when an application requires text input, such as messaging and writing emails. The keyboard input method is activated by default. CAPs Lock Voice input: selector: Tap for voice Tap to toggle input. -
Page 30: Setting Input Method
Setting input method 1. On the on-screen keyboard, tap 2. Tap Select input method. 3. Change the keyboard settings. 3.2 Configuring Keyboard Settings Use keyboard aids to set up various input settings. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Language & input. 2. -
Page 31: Using User Dictionary
3.3 Using User Dictionary Select to add user preset words to the dictionary. Adding Words in the Dictionary 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Language & input. 2. Tap User dictionary. 3. To add a new word, tap >... -
Page 32: Chapter 4: Email
Chapter 4: Email Use Email to send and receive email messages via your internet email accounts. 4.1 Email Accounts Your device can send and receive emails just as you do with a computer. Your device supports email accounts provided by an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or web-based email, such as Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail, etc. -
Page 33: Using Email
Customizing email settings Configure message settings using the Account settings menu. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Email. 2. Tap the account you want to access. 3. Tap > Account settings to open the email setting menu. 4.2 Using Email Composing and sending emails 1. -
Page 34: Receiving Emails
Receiving emails Emails are automatically received in your Inbox when the device connects to a wireless network. To manually receive emails 1. From the Home screen, tap > Email. 2. Tap an email account. 3. Tap Reading and replying to emails Inbox displays email headers. -
Page 35: Managing Email Folders
Managing email folders To delete an email 1. From the Home screen, tap > Email. 2. Tap an email account. 3. Tap a message to open. 4. Tap to delete an email. To move an email to a folder 1. From the Home screen, tap >... - Page 36 To set up default account 1. From the Home screen, tap > Email. 2. Tap an email account. 3. Tap > Account settings to view the email account settings. 4. Tap Default account to send email from this account by default. To delete an email account 1.
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Page 37: Chapter 5: Using Internet
Chapter 5: Using Internet 5.1 Browsing Web Pages 1. From the Home screen, tap > Browser. 2. Tap the address bar. 3. Type the URL. As you type, a list of URL suggestions appears on the screen. 4. Tap a match item in the list. Address bar Tap to update the... -
Page 38: Managing Web Pages
Managing web pages While viewing a web page, tap to configure the browser settings: • General: Select to set home page, and configure sync data and autofill settings. • Privacy & Security: Select to configure privacy and security settings including cache, history, cookies, form data, location, and etc. -
Page 39: Chapter 6: Google Apps
Chapter 6: Google Apps The following sections cover Android and Google applications that come pre-installed on your device. 6.1 Gmail Gmail is the email service provided by Google. Signing in to Gmail 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gmail. 2. -
Page 40: Reading And Replying To Emails
Reading and replying to emails 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gmail. 2. Tap an email to read. 3. To reply, tap (Reply) or (Reply all). 4. Compose your message. 5. Tap to send the email. To preview and download attachments 1. -
Page 41: Viewing Folder Labels
To place emails in archive 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gmail. 2. Tap and hold an email, then tap Archive. To mute emails 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gmail. 2. Tap and hold an email, then tap Mute. To change labels of emails 1. -
Page 42: Talk
6.2 Talk Use Google Talk to chat with your friends who also have Google accounts. Signing in to Google Talk 1. From the Home screen, tap > Talk. 2. Select an account and tap Sign in. If you log in for the first time, enter your username and password, then tap Sign in. Google Talk options Once logged in, you can begin using Google Talk and do any of the following:... -
Page 43: Configuring Google Talk Settings
Configuring Google Talk settings 1. From the Home screen, tap > Talk. 2. Tap > Settings. 3. Tap one of the following settings: • Sign in automatically: Enable to automatically sign in when Google Talk is opened. • Mobile indicator: Enable to show mobile indicator to your friends. -
Page 44: Maps
6.3 Maps Use Google Maps to find places, view traffic and direction information, and find your friends’ location. Before starting Maps , do the following: 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Location & security. 2. Tap to enable Use wireless networks. 3. -
Page 45: Finding Places
Finding places 1. From the Home screen, tap > Maps. 2. Tap the Search Maps box. 3. Type the place to search on the text field. 4. Tap A callout appears to indicate the location of the searched place. 6.4 Navigation Google Maps Navigation allows you to say the destination and get voice directions. -
Page 46: Getting Directions
Getting directions 1. From the Home screen, tap > Navigation. 2. Enter the starting point and the ending point, or tap the corresponding and select an option. 3. Select a direction icon. • : Driving directions • : Transit directions •... -
Page 47: Latitude
6.5 Latitude With Latitude, you can view your friends’ location and share your location to them on Google Maps Starting Latitude 1. From the Home screen, tap > Latitude. 2. Do any of the following: • To add friends, tap •... -
Page 48: Market
6.6 Market Android Market allows you to purchase and download games and other applications to your device. When opening Android Market for the first time, the Terms of Service is displayed on screen. Tap Accept to accept the terms and continue. NOTE: Android Market may not be supported in some countries. -
Page 49: Places
6.7 Places Places is a location-based application that helps you find the places and things around you. Local information available includes restaurants, coffee shops, bars, hotels, attractions, ATMs, gas stations, and more. This application also helps you get where you are going with maps and directions. From the Home screen, tap >... -
Page 50: Voice Search
6.9 Voice Search Speak your query to search item on Google, or for applications or contacts on your device. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Voice Search or tap in the Quick Search box. 2. A dialog opens, prompting you to speak the words that you want to search for. -
Page 51: Chapter 7: Using Bluetooth
Chapter 7: Using Bluetooth Bluetooth modes • On: Bluetooth is turned on. Your device detects other Bluetooth devices, but your device is not visible to others. • Discoverable: Bluetooth is turned on and your device is visible to other Bluetooth devices. -
Page 52: Chapter 8: Multimedia Applications
Chapter 8: Multimedia Applications 8.1 Videos and Photos This device is equipped with rear and front cameras to take photos and videos. By default, your device uses the rear camera to take photos or record videos. To switch to front camera, tap >... -
Page 53: Taking A Photo
Taking a photo Tap to preview the latest captured photo. Tap to take a photo. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Camera. 2. Aim the device at the subject. 3. Tap to take the shot. To focus on the image before taking the shot, tap and hold . -
Page 54: Reviewing A Photo
Reviewing a photo After taking a photo, tap the window located at top right corner to preview the latest captured photo on the screen. • Tap Share to share the photo via Bluetooth, Picasa, Messaging, Email, or Gmail. • Tap Delete to delete the photo. •... - Page 55 Tap to view and adjust the general settings of your camera: Mode Setting Available options Color effect None, Mono, Sepia, Negative, Solarize Restore defaults OK, Cancel White balance Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Fluorescent, Cloudy Video mode Video quality High (30m), Low (30m), YouTube (High, 10m) White balance Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent...
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Page 56: Viewing Videos & Photos
8.2 Viewing Videos & Photos Playing videos 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gallery. 2. Tap Videos folder to view the videos in thumbnails. 3. Tap the video to playback. Viewing photos 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gallery. 2. -
Page 57: Using Music Player
4. Swipe your finger to the left/right to view the previous/next image. • To play the slideshow, tap • To share the photo via Picasa, Bluetooth, Gmail, or Email, tap • To delete the photo, tap . Then, tap Confirm Delete to confirm file deletion. - Page 58 • Library screen: Displays folder categories to search for media files. It contains the following categories: Artists, Albums, Songs, and Playlists. • Now Playing screen: Displays the song currently playing. Drag the media files to arrange the sequence for playback.
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Page 59: Playing Music
Playing music To play music 1. From the Home screen, tap > Music. The Library screen is displayed. 2. Tap Songs to view the list of songs. 3. Tap a song to play. Changing playback options While in Playback screen, tap Menu. •... -
Page 60: Managing Playlists
Managing playlists To add a music file to playlist Add songs to a specific playlist or create a playlist. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Music. The Library screen is displayed. 2. Browse for the song that you want to add in a playlist. -
Page 61: Chapter 9: Programs
Chapter 9: Programs Your device comes with the following pre-installed programs. Programs Description Books Download ebooks from online catalog for viewing on your device. See page 51. Browser Browse the web and download files from the Internet. See page 25. Calculator Perform basic arithmetic functions, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. - Page 62 Programs Description Maps View the map and get directions to your destination. See page 32. Market Purchase games and other applications from Android Market and download them to your device. See page 36. Music Play and manage music and audio files on your device. See page 45.
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Page 63: Books
9.1 Books The Books program allows you to download ebooks from online catalog for viewing on your device. Browsing an ebook 1. From the Home screen, tap > Books. 2. Select an ebook and tap the book cover to start reading. -
Page 64: Calendar
9.4 Calendar The Calendar lets you schedule and sound alarms for appointments, meetings and other events. Scheduled appointments for the day can be displayed on the Home screen. To schedule an event 1. From the Home screen, tap > Calendar. 2. -
Page 65: Downloads
9.8 Downloads Use Downloads to view or delete what you have downloaded in Browser, Gmail, or Email. NOTE: The downloaded files are stored in the “Download” folder in your memory card. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Download. 2. Tap an image to view it. Managing files •... -
Page 66: Fm Radio
• To sort items, tap > Sort, then tap a sorting option. • To mark a file or folder, tap > Mark. • To copy all files and folders, tap > Copy all. • To delete all files and folders, tap >... -
Page 67: Gallery
9.12 Gallery You can view your captured images, recorded video clips, and downloaded images in Gallery. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gallery. 2. Tap the desired folder to view the camera pictures or camera videos. The images or videos are displayed in thumbnails. 3. -
Page 68: Music
9.18 Music Use Music to play music files or recorded voice files. See “Using Music Player” on page 45. 9.19 Navigation Use Navigation to locate your location and provide a real time turn by turn direction to your chosen destination. See “Navigation” on page 33. 9.20 Places Places is a location-based application that helps you find the places and things around you. -
Page 69: Youtube
9.25 YouTube Use YouTube to watch, upload, and view videos from YouTube using your device. See “YouTube” on page 38. -
Page 70: Chapter 10: Managing Your Device
Chapter 10: Managing Your Device 10.1 Device Settings From the Home screen, tap > Settings to view and adjust the settings of your device. Settings menu is categorized into: Wireless & networks, Sound, Screen, Location & security, Applications, Accounts & sync, Privacy, Storage, Language &... -
Page 71: Applications
Screen Application Description Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. Auto-rotate screen Switch orientation automatically when rotating the device. Animation Show animation when opening and closing windows. Timeout Adjust delay before the screen automatically goes off. Location & security Application Description Use wireless Allow location to be determined by Wi-Fi and/or mobile networks... -
Page 72: Accounts & Sync
Application Description Unknown sources Allow to install non-market applications. Development Set options for application development. Accounts & sync Application Description Background data Enable background data usage. Auto-sync Automatically sync data. Manage accounts Tap Add account to add an account to configure synchronization settings for Calendar, Contacts, and Gmail. -
Page 73: Accessibility
Application Description Configure input Configure on-screen keyboard settings. method Accessibility Application Description Download Configure the settings for the downloaded application with an accessibility accessibility feature. Date & time Application Description Automatic date & Check to use network provided time. time Automatic time Check to use network provided time zone. -
Page 74: Changing Basic Settings
10.2 Changing Basic Settings Date and time settings To automatically set date and time 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Date & time. 2. Tap Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone to automatically set the date and time according to the network. -
Page 75: Display Settings
Display settings The display settings of this device affect the battery and external power level. To turn off backlight when the device is idle 1. From the Home screen, tap > Settings > Screen. 2. Tap Timeout. 3. Select from the screen timeout list. Your setting is automatically saved. To adjust brightness 1. -
Page 76: Resetting The Device
10.4 Protecting Your Device You can protect your device from unauthorized users by requiring the PIN code or entering a password. Screen lock protection settings You can increase your device security by creating a screen unlock pattern (disabled by default). When enabled, you must draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen to unlock and regain access to the device. -
Page 77: Specifications
Specifications Connectivity GPS / AGPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR USB 2.0 High-Speed client (micro-B type) Power Battery 2 cell battery pack (1600mAH, in series), unremovable AC Adapter AC input voltage: 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz AC input current: 200mAac max. DC output voltage: 12Vdc (typical) DC output current: 1A (typical) Temperature... -
Page 78: Customer Support
Renta y Datos, 29 SUR 721, COL. LA PAZ, 72160 PUEBLA, PUE. Tel: 01.222.891.55.77 CON 10 LINEAS Electroser, Av Reforma No. 403Gx39 y 41, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán. Tel: 01.999.925.19.16 Other places please refer to http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm#Mexico Latin America (Peru) www.viewsonic.com/la/ T= 0800-54565 soporte@viewsonic.com... -
Page 79: Limited Warranty
Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components. How long the warranty is effective: ViewSonic ViewPad are warranted for at least 1 year for labor from the date of the first customer purchase. Who the warranty protects: This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser. - Page 80 Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based...
- Page 81 Address bar 25 Headset 4 Adjust Home screen 6 brightness 62 date and time 61 Assign Icons notification ringtone 62 Status Bar 7 Internet 25 connecting 25 Battery Charge 3 Bluetooth 39 Keyboard connecting 39 on-screen 17 Books 51 Browser 51 Latitude 55 Camcorder 51, 52, 53, 54, 55 Camera...
- Page 82 Unlock screen 5 Using 21 Video recording 40 viewing 41, 42 Voice Dialer 56 Voice Search 56 Volume adjusting 11 slider 2 Wireless & networks 62 YouTube 56...
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