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  • Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 105 in this guide. GMAD00368010 10/13...

  • Page 2: Regulatory Information

    IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR...
  • Page 3 TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the device's ports. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4 If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn ® Bluetooth off your or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
  • Page 5 Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
  • Page 6 Specific Absorption Rate (IEEE) Your device is designed to be in compliance with Radio Waves exposure regulations and does not exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC). A substantial safety margin is set to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of health.
  • Page 7 Canada—Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB- 003 du Canada. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;...
  • Page 8 Europe—Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over Belgique: less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
  • Page 9 ® Bluetooth modules enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable devices. Please contact Toshiba product support on Web site http://www.toshiba- europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or tabletsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
  • Page 10 ® Bluetooth recommendations, Toshiba believes wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
  • Page 11 Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited. Notice While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
  • Page 12 Device Recycling Information As part of a commitment to people and the future, Toshiba promotes the efficient use of resources by working to achieve our zero-waste-to- landfill goal at all our production sites. In addition to our existing waste reduction and recycling policies, Toshiba is strongly committed to reducing electronic waste.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Your device’s features and specifications ..19 Other documentation ........... 19 Service options ............ 20 Precautions ............ 20 File management tips........... 21 Toshiba’s online resources ........21 Chapter 1: Getting Started........22 Features and components ........22 Front............... 23 Back ............... 23 Left side ............
  • Page 14 Waking the tablet ........... 41 ® ® Setting up Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections ..........41 Registering your Toshiba device ......42 Backing up your data........... 42 Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager ........... 43 Backing up data using your Google™ Account ............ 43 Restoring your data using your Google™...
  • Page 15 Contents Turning off the device .......... 56 Options for turning off the device ....56 Using Shut down mode ......... 57 Using Sleep mode.......... 58 Managing your accounts ........58 Add an account..........59 Remove an account ........59 Maps ..............61 Managing downloads...........
  • Page 16 Using an external keyboard ......94 Using an external mouse ....... 94 Using external devices........95 Chapter 5: Utilities..........96 TOSHIBA Service Station ........97 Check for application updates....... 99 Downloading updates ........99 Installing updates........... 99 Downloading and installing System updates ..........
  • Page 17 Contents Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...... 110 Toshiba’s worldwide offices ......110 Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors ..112 Glossary............113 Index ...............124...

  • Page 18: Introduction

    Toshiba’s Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.

  • Page 19: This Guide

    Introduction This guide This guide This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet, which are powered by the Android™ 4.2, Jelly Bean. This product brings new features and performance enhancements to your device.

  • Page 20: Other Icons Used

    Your device comes with the following documentation: ❖ A Legal/Safety/Regulatory document ❖ A Quick Start document ❖ A Standard Limited Warranty ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.

  • Page 21: Service Options

    Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 105.

  • Page 22: File Management Tips

    Internet. Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades.

  • Page 23: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your device. Please read and adhere to all safety information carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or...

  • Page 24: Front

    Getting Started Features and components Front Camera Display (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ —Allows you to take still photos (includes flash Camera settings) or record videos. Back Camera* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ —Allows you to take still photos or record Camera videos.

  • Page 25: Left Side

    Getting Started Features and components Left side Speaker (Sample Illustration) Left side view Right side Power button Speaker (Sample Illustration) Right side view ❖ —Turns the device on and off. Press and Power button hold the button for several seconds to turn the device ON/OFF.

  • Page 26: Bottom

    Getting Started Connecting to a power source ❖ —Allows you to record sounds Internal microphones using the computer’s internal microphone or an optional external microphone. You can listen to audio files using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. ❖ —Supports the use of Micro Secure microSD™...

  • Page 27: Battery Notice

    Always use the Toshiba USB/AC adaptor that was provided with your device, or use USB/AC adaptors specified by Toshiba to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the device. Use of an incompatible USB/AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in serious injury.

  • Page 28: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the battery Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the device is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries.

  • Page 29: Taking Care Of Your Battery

    Other unusual event during use, such as abnormal sound Do not turn on the device's power again until an authorized Toshiba service provider has checked it for safety. Continued use could cause a fire or rupture possibly resulting in serious injury or device failure including but not limited to the loss of data.

  • Page 30: Maintaining Your Battery

    Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government. In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events, and consumer promotions. For details, please visit us.toshiba.com/green. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A.

  • Page 31: Using The Device For The First Time

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Using the device for the first time The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Turning on the power To turn on the device: Make sure any external devices (such as the USB/AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready.

  • Page 32: Setting Up Your Device

    Setting up your device NOTE ® Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi network and a Google™ Account before setting up your device to take full advantage of your device’s features. Connect to a power source using the provided USB/AC adaptor.

  • Page 33: Setting Up Your Wi-Fi Connection

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time ® Setting up your Wi-Fi connection After choosing your language, the “Select Wi-Fi” screen ® appears, displaying all available Wi-Fi networks. (Sample Image) Select Wi-Fi screen ® Touch the Wi-Fi network you want to use and enter the key or password.
  • Page 34 Getting Started Using the device for the first time The “Got Google?” screen appears displaying two options, (Sample Image) Got Google? screen ❖ —Sign in with an existing Google account and then follow the on screen instructions. (Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen ❖...

  • Page 35: Make It Google

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Make it Google™ If you touched , the “Make it Google” screen appears with two options: ❖ —Touch if you do not already have a Get an Account Google account and would like to create a new account. Follow the onscreen instructions.

  • Page 36: Google™ & Location

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Google™ & Location The “Google & location” screen appears displaying two options: ❖ Use Wi-Fi location ❖ Let Google apps access your location Select/deselect the check boxes to activate/deactivate the options. NOTE You can change these at a later time via the Settings menu.
  • Page 37 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Just touch the key to continue Arrow (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to... screen The Google services screen appears. (Sample Image) Google services screen...
  • Page 38 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Touch the key to continue. Arrow The “Setup complete” screen appears. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen Touch to complete the setup process. Finish NOTE This may take several minutes. If your screen times-out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again.

  • Page 39: Setting The Date And Time

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time The “Date & time” screen appears. NOTE If you have not set up an Internet connection, this screen appears. (Sample Image) Date & time screen Select a preferred time zone, or set the current date and time.
  • Page 40 Getting Started Using the device for the first time (Sample Image) This tablet belongs to… screen There are two options in the “This tablet belongs to…” screen: ❖ Enter your information into the name First Last fields, and then touch Next ❖...
  • Page 41 Getting Started Using the device for the first time (Sample Image) Google Services screen Read the information carefully, and then touch the Arrow key to continue. The “Setup complete” screen appears. Touch Finish continue to the main Home screen. (Sample Image) Setup complete screen...

  • Page 42: Waking The Tablet

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time NOTE The setup may take several minutes to complete. If your screen times out and goes blank/dark, press the Power button to turn on the screen again. Waking the tablet If the screen times-out: Press the button.

  • Page 43: Registering Your Toshiba Device

    To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed by either visiting the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com or by touching the Register ) icon.

  • Page 44: Backing Up Data Using Toshiba File Manager

    Getting Started Backing up your data Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a microSD™ Card. For more information, see “TOSHIBA File Manager Utility” on page 100. Backing up data using your Google™ Account You can also back up your settings as well as your data using your Google Account.

  • Page 45: Navigation And Features

    Getting Started Navigation and features Navigation and features Your device exemplifies the innovative blending of touch- screen technology and intuitive application design making the most of your tablet device. Google™ search bar Time Status icons Notifications Google™ voice search Settings Icon Home screen...

  • Page 46: Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features Icon Name Description Apps icon Touch to display the system apps. Back button Touch to return to the previously viewed screen. Home button Touch to return to the Home screen. Recent Apps Touch to view the most recently view button apps.

  • Page 47: Touch Screen Navigation

    Getting Started Navigation and features Your Home screen will contain other icons depending on how you have customized it. See “Customizing your Home screens” on page —An example of an icon located on a Home Gmail™ icon screen is the Gmail icon. This shortcut, when touched, launches your Gmail webmail account.

  • Page 48: Navigating The Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features —In most apps, the orientation of the Rotate the screen screen rotates with the tablet as you turn it. You can turn this feature on and off, using the Auto-rotate screen option through the Quick Settings menu, see “Accessing the Notifications menu”...
  • Page 49 Getting Started Navigation and features Status icons Status icons are located on the far upper-right of the screen. Status icons display current system status information, such as power usage and network connectivity status. Status icons Time (Sample Image) Status icons Touch the display to view the Status Details panel.
  • Page 50 Getting Started Navigation and features Opening a notification Touch and swipe down the System bar on the upper-left of your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens. (Sample Image) Notification summary panel screen Touch a notification summary to view it or to respond to it.

  • Page 51: Securing Your Tablet

    Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device.
  • Page 52 Getting Started Navigation and features Touch the ( ) icon. Security Touch Screen Lock Touch , or Slide Pattern Password is the default screen lock option. If you touch Slide Slide you will be taken back to the Security screen. The next time you wake up your device from sleep, you will be taken to the Lock screen.
  • Page 53 Getting Started Navigation and features ❖ Encryption is irreversible. The only way to revert to an unencrypted device is to perform a factory data reset, which will erase all your data. ❖ You must not interrupt the encryption process or you will lose some or all of your data.

  • Page 54: Customizing Your Home Screens

    Getting Started Customizing your Home screens Customizing your Home screens You can add Apps icons, Widgets, Bookmark shortcuts, and other items to any available free space on any Home screen. You can also change the Wallpaper. For more information on the Home screens, see “Navigation and features”...

  • Page 55: Creating, Naming, And Removing Folders

    Getting Started Customizing your Home screens Creating, naming, and removing folders Creating a folder Complete the following steps to create folders on your Home screen. Locate the desired first app (on a Home screen) that you want to include in a folder. Locate the second app (on the Home screen or in the app list).

  • Page 56: Changing The Wallpaper

    Getting Started Customizing your Home screens The name of the folder turns into a field you can type into. Type the desired name. The folder is now renamed. (Sample Image) Named folder Removing a folder To remove folders from your Home screen: Locate and open the folder (on a Home screen) that you want to remove.

  • Page 57: Turning Off The Device

    Getting Started Turning off the device Turning off the device It is a good idea to turn off your device when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the device for the first time, leave the device plugged into a power source (even though the device is off) to fully charge the battery.

  • Page 58: Using Shut Down Mode

    Getting Started Turning off the device Using Shut down mode The Shut down mode completely shuts down the device without saving your data or the current state of the device. Shut down mode closes all open apps, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your tablet.

  • Page 59: Using Sleep Mode

    Getting Started Managing your accounts Using Sleep mode Your device will automatically time-out after a couple minutes of non-operation, placing it into Sleep mode. The screen dims and then darkens to conserve battery power. For more information on waking the tablet from Sleep mode, see “Waking the tablet”...

  • Page 60: Add An Account

    Getting Started Managing your accounts Add an account ® Add multiple Google™ Accounts and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts to have all your accounts available on your tablet device. For more information, see “Accounts settings” on page Touch the ) icon. Settings The Settings menu appears.
  • Page 61 Getting Started Managing your accounts Scroll down to the setting. Accounts The Accounts menu, appears, displaying a list of the current accounts. Touch the account you wish to delete. Touch the ( ) icon in the upper-right corner. Menu The “Removing an account” screen appears. (Sample Image) Removing an account Touch from the dialog box to...

  • Page 62: Maps

    Getting Started Maps Maps To access Maps: Touch the ) icon. Apps The Apps menu appears. Touch the ( ) icon. Maps Do not use this device while driving. Finds your current location to access real-time traffic Maps: conditions, and obtain detailed directions by foot, public transportation, or car, using the free Google Maps application.

  • Page 63: Factory Data Reset

    Getting Started Factory data reset Factory data reset This restores the device to the out of box state. All data on the device is erased, including system/application settings, user downloaded/installed applications and data such as photos, music, videos, contacts, etc. The recovery process deletes all data, restoring the tablet to its out-of-box state.

  • Page 64: Cleaning The Device

    Getting Started Caring for your device Cleaning the device Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the device’s ports, speakers and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the device. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the device. To keep your device clean, gently wipe it with a lightly dampened soft cloth.

  • Page 65: Chapter 2: Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings You can customize the settings for the various functions on your Toshiba tablet, such as screen orientation, or sound settings. Apps and Settings menus This menu contains most of the tools you will need to customize and configure your tablet.
  • Page 66 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The Apps menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Apps menu: Icon Name Description Settings Touch to open the Settings menu. Browser Touch to open and view Web sites. Chrome Touch to open and view Google™...
  • Page 67 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Icon Name Description Gallery Touch to view the photos/videos you have recorded, using the camera, or images preinstalled on your tablet, see “Using the camera” on page Calendar Touch to view your Calendar. People Touch to view your Contacts. Calculator Touch to open the Calculator application.
  • Page 68 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The following are some of the icons you may find in the Settings menu: Icon Name Description ® Wi-Fi Configure and manage connections to ® networks and devices via Wi-Fi , see “Wireless and networks settings” on page Sound Configure the Sound settings to set the...

  • Page 69: Wireless And Networks Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Icon Name Description Language & Configure the various input methods input available on your tablet, see “Language & input settings” on page Backup & Back up your settings and data to reset Google™ servers, using your Google Account, or perform a factory data reset, “Backup &...
  • Page 70 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Below are some of the categories to choose from: ❖ ® ® —Select to turn on Wi-Fi so you can connect to Wi-Fi ® Wi-Fi networks. For more information, see “Setting up Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections” on page In addition to the information described in this section, you can access the settings.

  • Page 71: Sound Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Sound settings The Sound settings can be configured to set the audio for media playback, notifications, and alarms with the desired volume level and notification sounds. You can also set audible feedback when touching or locking and unlocking the screen.

  • Page 72: Display Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Display settings You can change the Display settings for various things, such as orientation of the display or brightness level for energy conservation. To change the settings: Display Touch the ) icon. Settings The Settings menu appears. Touch the ) icon.

  • Page 73: Location Access Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Location access settings Use the Location access settings to configure how you want the tablet to determine your location (this affects accuracy), and the way in which you want to share your location with Google™ and others. Security settings can also be configured to help secure your tablet and its data.

  • Page 74: Security Settings

    Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device.

  • Page 75: Apps Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ —Under Device administration, Device administrators touch open a screen with a list of the applications you have authorized to be administrators for your tablet. This is typically an email, calendar, or other enterprise application that you granted this authority to, when you added an account hosted by an enterprise service that requires the ability to implement security policies on any devices that connect to it.

  • Page 76: Users

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Touch the ) icon. Apps The Apps menu appears. (Sample Image) Apps menu screen Touch item you want to change in the Apps menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ —Displays a list of the applications and Downloaded other software downloaded on your tablet.
  • Page 77 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Touch the ) icon. Users The Users menu appears. (Sample Image) Users menu screen Touch Add user The “Add new user” dialog box appears. Touch The “Set up user now?” dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Set up user now? dialog box Touch to continue.

  • Page 78: Accounts Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accounts settings You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts settings. For more information, see “Managing your accounts” on page 58. Use these settings to also control the ways in which applications send, receive, and sync data on their own schedules, or how applications synchronize user data automatically.

  • Page 79: Backup & Reset Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings While an account is selected, you can touch the Menu button to: ❖ —Touch to remove the account and Remove account all of its data. ❖ —Touch to synchronize your data now. Sync Now Backup & reset settings You can use the Backup &...

  • Page 80: Storage Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ —Select to back up your personal Back up my data ® data (Wi-Fi passwords, bookmarks, etc.) to Google servers, with your Google Account. Your data can be restored to a new tablet the first time you sign in with your Google Account.

  • Page 81: Language & Input Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Touch the ( ) icon. Storage The Storage menu appears. Touch the item you wish to change in the Storage menu. You can also view and manage the amount of storage used by your applications. Language &...

  • Page 82: Accessibility Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ —Select to open a list of the Personal dictionary words you have added to the dictionary. Touch a word to edit it, or touch the red next to a word to delete it. Touch the button at the top right of the Application Plus bar to add a word.

  • Page 83: Date & Time Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Date & time settings Use the Date & time settings to configure your preferences for the way in which dates are displayed. To change the Date & time settings: Touch the ) icon. Settings The Settings menu appears. Touch the ) icon.

  • Page 84: About Tablet

    Touch the item you wish to view in the About tablet menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ —Select to open the Toshiba Service System updates Station that lists the availability of operating system software updates.
  • Page 85 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The Notifications menu displays. (Sample Image) Notifications menu screen Touch any open area of the display screen to close the Notifications menu. Accessing the Quick Settings menu You can open the Quick Settings menu to view and control the tablet settings you most often use, as well as access the Settings menu.
  • Page 86 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The following are some of the icons you may find in the Quick Settings menu: Icon Name Description Airplane mode Touch to turn ON/OFF Airplane mode. ® ® Wi-Fi Touch to view the current Wi-Fi connections, see “Wireless and networks settings”...

  • Page 87: Chapter 3: Working With Apps

    Chapter 3 Working with Apps Apps In Google Play™ Store you will have direct access to more than 100,000 apps. Search for your favorite games, apps, wallpapers, and more to customize your tablet. To learn more, visit the Google Help Center. Downloading from Google Play™...

  • Page 88: Uninstalling Apps On Your Tablet

    Working with Apps Apps Uninstalling Apps on your tablet To uninstall applications from your tablet. Touch the ) icon. Apps Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to delete, and then drag it to Remove Confirm the deletion. NOTE Applications that came preinstalled on your tablet cannot be deleted from the device.

  • Page 89: Chapter 4: Exploring The Features On Your Device

    Chapter 4 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Your tablet comes with an onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Onscreen keyboard Enter text using the onscreen keyboard. Some applications open a text field that when touched, opens the onscreen keyboard allowing you to enter text.

  • Page 90: Type To Enter Text

    Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Type to enter text To begin typing, touch the text field in the application you are using to open the onscreen keyboard. (Sample Image) Touching a text field to type An insertion point tab ( ) appears where you touch the text field.
  • Page 91 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Place the cursor in the text field where you want to place the text. Touch and hold until the ( ) option appears on Paste the screen. Touch the ( ) icon. Paste The text is inserted into the new text field.

  • Page 92: Speak To Enter Text

    Exploring the Features on your Device Using the built-in speakers You can change the language you want to use by touching ) button, or by going to the Settings Input Method menu, see “Language & input settings” on page Speak to enter text You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard.

  • Page 93: Recording Sounds

    Exploring the Features on your Device Using the camera TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the device. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: Locate the headphone jack on the device.

  • Page 94: Using A Microsd™ Card

    Using a microSD™ Card For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The microSD™ Card slot supports the use of microSD™ (SD™) media. This media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.

  • Page 95: Adding Optional External Devices

    Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Not all devices are compatible. Check with the manufacturer of each device for compatibility. After starting your device for the first time you may want to: ❖...

  • Page 96: Using External Devices

    Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Using external devices You can connect external devices to your device using the following available port: ❖ Micro USB port—Supports data transfer. Micro USB port (Sample Illustration) External device port on the left of the tablet NOTE Not all USB devices are compatible.

  • Page 97: Chapter 5: Utilities

    NOTE The utilities described in this chapter, and the icons shown in the sample images are applicable only if the related utility is available on your system. ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA File Manager Utility...

  • Page 98: Toshiba Service Station

    The first time TOSHIBA Service Station is run, you will be prompted to accept the access agreement. This agreement authorizes the app to collect certain basic information about your device and send it to the Toshiba servers as part of the process of obtaining updates.
  • Page 99 Decline NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station app will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement. The main screen of this application includes the following areas: ❖...

  • Page 100: Check For Application Updates

    Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station Check for application updates During normal operations, the TOSHIBA Service Station will periodically check for updates to your system. This is done automatically. You will be notified with the TOSHIBA icon in the Status bar when new updates Service Station become available.

  • Page 101: Downloading And Installing System Updates

    Do not interrupt or turn off your tablet during a system update once it has begun. Data loss may occur. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a microSD™ Card. Insert a microSD™ Card into the microSD™ Card slot on your tablet.
  • Page 102 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager - files checked At this time you can touch individual files and folders with the grayed-out checkmarks to select them.

  • Page 103: File Browsing Screen

    Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Select the folder you want to copy the files/folders to, and then touch the ) icon in the action bar Paste located at the top right corner of the screen. The files are copied to the microSD™ Card.
  • Page 104 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Icon Name Description Change View This option allows the user to change the view from one in which items are shown in three columns and as many rows as needed to a single column list view.
  • Page 105 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Storage structure The following describes the function of each of the icons on the TOSHIBA File Manager screen: Icon Name Description Internal storage Displays the file content of the device’s internal storage, (excluding system files).

  • Page 106: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

    This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems when you turn on the device These problems may occur when you turn on the power.

  • Page 107: The Operating System Is Not Working

    If Something Goes Wrong The operating system is not working The device starts but when you touch an icon nothing happens. Your device may have an application or resource conflict. Try shutting down and restarting. The operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the Home screens and used to the way the operating system responds, you can easily detect if the it is not working correctly.

  • Page 108: Power And The Batteries

    If Something Goes Wrong Power and the batteries Power and the batteries Your device receives its power through the USB/AC adaptor and USB/power cable or from the system battery. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty USB/AC adaptor or USB/power cable will neither power the device nor recharge the batteries.

  • Page 109: Sound System Problems

    The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please contact Toshiba. ❖ ® Your device is equipped with an internal Wi-Fi adapter.

  • Page 110: If You Need Further Assistance

    Before you contact Toshiba Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information. ❖...

  • Page 111: Contacting Toshiba

    Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your device, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
  • Page 112 Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Systems, Inc. Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D-4-1460 Neuss Irvine, California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

  • Page 113: Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

    Appendix A Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your device ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom Europe VDA approved...

  • Page 114: Glossary

    Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your device. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this User’s Guide. Alternating Current Applications Apps bits per second Central Processing Unit Direct Current Dots Per Inch Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory EPROM Federal Communications Commission...
  • Page 115 Glossary Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Input/Output interrupt request Internet Service Provider kilobyte Liquid Crystal Display Light Emitting Diode megabyte Random Access Memory Radio Frequency Interference Read-Only Memory Real-Time Clock Secure Digital Thin Film Transistor Universal Serial Bus Uniform Resource Locator Wide Area Network World Wide Web...
  • Page 116 Glossary —A device that provides a compatible connection adapter between two units. For example, the tablet’s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector.
  • Page 117 Glossary —To start the tablet. The term “boot” originates from boot bootstrap program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a program that loads and initializes the operating system. reboot. See also —An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the tablet, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports.
  • Page 118 Glossary Central Processing Unit (CPU). —See —A section of very fast memory residing between CPU cache the CPU and the tablet’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute cache. commands and programs. See also —An onscreen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) cursor that indicates the position where characters will appear...
  • Page 119 Glossary disable —To turn on an option. See also enable —A program that is ready to run. Application executable file programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat, .exe, or .apk extension.
  • Page 120 Glossary —An HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) interface used to transmit high quality audio and video signal via a single cable in digital format, providing better picture quality than analog signal. —The ability to add or remove devices from the hot swapping tablet while it is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change.
  • Page 121 Glossary —The computer’s main circuit board that motherboard contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. —To initialize the external storage device for transferring mount and storing files. —A combination of two or more media, such as multimedia sound, animation, and video in an application or presentation.

  • Page 122: Contents

    Glossary Central Processing Unit (CPU) —See processor —The attributes of an object or device. For example, properties the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. Volatile — memory that RAM (Random Access Memory) Volatile can be written to as well as read. here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your tablet.
  • Page 123 Glossary —A feature of some operating systems that allows you to Sleep turn off the tablet without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the tablet on again. application. hardware. —See Compare software —To move your finger quickly across the surface of the Swipe...
  • Page 124 Glossary ® —A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that Wi-Fi stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. —The worldwide network of Web World Wide Web (www) sites linked together over the Internet.

  • Page 125: Index

    Auto-rotate screen 81 Large text 81 backing up data 21 TalkBack 81 Google™ Account 43 Touch & hold delay 81 TOSHIBA File Manager 43 accounts Backup & reset settings 78 add an account 59 automatic restore 79 managing 58 back up my data 79...
  • Page 126 Index safety precautions 28 automatic date & time 82 taking care of 28 Select date format 82 Bluetooth® select time zone 82 wireless & networks 69 set date 82 built-in speakers set time 82 using 91 Use 24-hour format 82 button date and time Apps 45...
  • Page 127 Index Calendar app 66 Chrome 65 factory data reset 62 Downloads app 66 features 19 Gallery app 66 features and components 22 Gmail 46 other documentation 19 Gmail™ 65 this guide 18 Maps app 65 features and components People app 66 back view 23 Play Books app 66 bottom view 25...
  • Page 128 Index maintaining your battery 29 online resources Make passwords visible Toshiba 21 security 73 onscreen keyboard managing speak to text 91 accounts 58 typing 89 downloads 61 using 88 Micro USB port 25 operating system microphone Line-In jack 24 troubleshooting 106 microSD™...
  • Page 129 92 select language recovery language & input settings 80 factory data reset 62 select time zone registering your Toshiba device 42 date & time settings 82 Removing service options Folders 54 standard limited warranty 20 restoring your data 43 set date date &...
  • Page 130 Index screen settings 71 online resources 21 Sleep mode 58 worldwide offices 110 using 58 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility waking the tablet 41 create folders 103 sound file browsing 102 settings 70 files/folders 102 sound settings rename files/folders 103 Default notification 70...
  • Page 131 87 USB/AC adaptor 25 Use 24-hour format date & time settings 82 Users 75 Utilities 96 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility TOSHIBA Service Station 97 Voice Search language & input settings 81 volume sound settings 70 waking the tablet 41...

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