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- Page 1 Pantech Element has many features designed to enhance your mobile experience. With its unique and stylish design, you will enjoy the entire Element experience. This user guide contains important and useful information that will maximize your familiarity with all that the Pantech Element has to offer.
- Page 2 Service provided by AT&T Mobility. Portions © 2012 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other AT&T marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. Copyright © 2012. Pantech. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Sketch Pad ........................ 32 Installing the microSD™ card ................10 Voice Recorder ......................34 Charging battery ..................... 10 Entertainment ................36 Turning the Element on/off ..................11 Unlocking/locking screen ..................11 Camera ........................37 Using touch screen ....................12 Video ..........................39 Product overview ......................12 Music ...........................41... - Page 4 Table of contents Tools ....................50 Appendix ..................67 Calculator........................51 PC Suite ........................68 Calendar ........................51 Troubleshooting checklist ..................68 Clock .......................... 52 Specifications ......................69 Clock Tools ........................ 52 Cautions on waterproof and dustproof functions ..........69 Market ........................53 FCC Regulatory Compliance ..................71 Maps ...........................54 Warranty ........................
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Page 5: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Safety information Safety precautions Basic instructions... -
Page 6: Safety Information
Important Safety Information Safety information Safety precautions The following list shows how to maintain your tablet, together with Using a tablet while driving may be prohibited. precautions to take. Please check local laws and regulations with regard to the prohibition of Keep your tablet and its accessories out of the reach of pets. -
Page 7: Basic Instructions
When it is switched on, do not place your tablet close to delicate some applications provided by Google, e.g. Calendar, Latitude, Market, electronic equipment. Talk, and Gmail of the Element. For more information on setting up the Google account, refer to Activating the Element on page 14. Basic instructions... -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Inside the package Checking the SIM/USIM card Installing the microSD™ card Charging battery Turning the Element on/off Unlocking/locking screen Using touch screen Product overview Activating the Element Adjusting the volume Entering text Understanding home screen Customizing home screen... -
Page 9: Inside The Package
SIM card, please follow the steps below: The package should contain the following items: 1. Open the protective cover on the down side of the Element. Note that the left one of the two covers is dedicated to the SIM/USIM card and Tablet (The battery is integrated into the device.) -
Page 10: Installing The Microsd™ Card
Power might not turn on if the battery voltage is too low or battery is 1. Open the protective cover on the down side of the Element and insert discharged. In that case, charge the battery with the included charger for the microSD™... -
Page 11: Turning The Element On/Off
Unlocking/locking screen About battery The Element uses a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. Please use the included The screen is locked by default when you turn on power. To unlock the charger and USB cable for the optimal Pantech Element™ charging screen, performance with higher output current rating. -
Page 12: Using Touch Screen
Getting Started Using touch screen Product overview All of the functions of the Element, except for power and volume, are Front view performed on the touch screen. Therefore, it is essential to know how to use the touch screen. Power/lock... -
Page 13: Side Views
Inserts the microSD™ card Battery cover Protects the battery Connects the Element and your PC via the USB cable; Micro USB port Receives power via the USB charger Connects the Element and digital devices via the HDMI... -
Page 14: Activating The Element
5. Take the necessary steps in the following cases: 4. Adjust the date and time for the Element and tap Next. If you want to Connect to Wi-Fi if you have not connected the Element to... -
Page 15: Adjusting The Volume
3. Press and hold on the word: cursors might appear below. You can also see options available on the top of the screen. In the idle mode, press the right volume key of the Element if you want to 4. Edit text with options available by moving cursors and tap Done. -
Page 16: Status Icons
HOME key Moves to home screen BACK key Returns to the previous menu Status Icons BACK Icons below indicate the current status of the Element. Check them and take necessary steps. HOME key Recent applications Time Battery indicator... - Page 17 There is an error with sync necessary steps. The USB debugging is connected Icon Description The USB is connected to the Element There is an upcoming event Bluetooth is connected The alarm is set Bluetooth is active but not connected to other device...
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Page 18: Customizing Home Screen
If you have tapped Gallery, select and tap a photo, adjust the want to use the Element in the portrait view, turn it to the left or right: the frame for the portrait view and landscape view, and tap OK. -
Page 19: Searching For Applications
My applications Search applications View change apps. 2. Tap 3. Press and hold the application to remove form the Element, and drag Market and drop it to Uninstall on the right top of the screen. applications... -
Page 20: Connectivity
Connectivity Using a Wi-Fi network Connecting to a mobile network Legal Disclaimer... -
Page 21: Using A Wi-Fi Network
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The Element can use the Wi-Fi network to access to the Internet or run Ensure that you press the WPS button on your Wi-Fi access point applications that need Internet connection. -
Page 22: Connecting To A Mobile Network
Connectivity Connecting to a mobile network Legal Disclaimer If your AT&T service was activated at the time of purchase, you will 4G speeds delivered by LTE, or HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul, where automatically connect to the mobile network. available. Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. - Page 23 Communication Contacts Email Gmail Google Talk Latitude NotePad Sketch Pad Voice Recorder...
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Page 24: Editing Contacts
Communication Contacts Editing contacts Save contacts and manage them for your purposes. 1. Tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap the contact that you want to edit information. Creating a new contact 3. Tap 1. Tap Apps > Contacts. Done 4. Edit information of the contact and tap if you finish editing. -
Page 25: Transferring Contacts
Communication Transferring contacts Adding a new email account 1. Tap ! in the contacts screen and tap Import/Export. 1. Tap Apps > Email. Account settings. 2. Select the way that you want to transfer contacts. 2. Tap ! and tap Import from storage if you want to receive contacts from the account. -
Page 26: Email Settings
Communication Gmail Designating emails as favorites 1. Tap Apps > Email. Adding a Gmail account 2. Tap in the inbox screen. The star icon next to the message turns to yellow. 1. Tap Apps > Gmail. 2. Enter your user name and password if you have a Google account. Marking emails as read Sign 3. -
Page 27: Google Talk
Note You can read messages by label. Tap in the Inbox screen and tap Auto-download attachments if you want the Element to Change labels. download files attached to recent messages. Sending an email through Gmail Email notifications if you want to see if a new mail arrives. -
Page 28: Chatting With Friends
Communication Inviting a friend to chat Enjoying a voice chat 1. Tap Apps > Talk. 1. Tap Apps > Talk. 2. Tap 2. Tap a friend in the list on the left. indicates that the user is available for the voice chat. 3. - Page 29 Communication 4. Tap if you want to see your location in the map. 5. Tap Remove this friend and tap if you want to remove the friend from Latitude. Adding friends from contacts Checking personal settings Apps > Latitude. 1. Tap 1.
- Page 30 Communication NotePad Reading a memo Write notes and save them on the Element. 1. Tap Apps > NotePad. 2. Tap a folder where you have saved memos, and tap a memo in the list. Creating a new note The memo will be displayed on the right side of the folder. If you want to view another memo in the same folder, tap it on the left side of the 1.
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Page 31: Deleting A Memo
Communication Deleting a memo Setting password 1. Tap Apps > NotePad. 1. Tap ! while NotePad is activated. 2. Press and hold a memo to delete and tap Delete. Or tap 2. Tap Settings. 3. Tap OK. Lock Setting 3. Tap and adjust the lock settings. -
Page 32: Sketch Pad
Draw and sketch on your picture and image using the big screen of the Element. Note that only the landscape view is available for Sketch Pad. Note You can just load an image or picture: you cannot edit on it. -
Page 33: Editing An Image
Undoes the sketch 2. Edit the image and tap # if you finish editing the image. Redo Redoes the sketch Note The Element does not see the changing of the background as editing an image. Therefore, will not be activated. Moves canvas... -
Page 34: Voice Recorder
Channels might vary depending on the file type. Note If the alarm is activated while a voice memo is being recorded, a pop- up window appears and the Element stops recording the memo and saves it Searching for an image automatically. - Page 35 Communication Listening to voice memos 1. Tap Apps > Voice Recorder. 2. Select and tap a recorded memo in the list and tap Play. Renaming recorded memos 1. Tap Apps > Voice Recorder. 2. Press and hold a memo to rename, and tap Rename. 3.
- Page 36 Entertainment Camera Video Music Photo Frame Google Books Net Media YouTube...
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Page 37: Camera
Entertainment Enjoy multimedia experiences with the Element. Note that a few videos, Feature Icon Description songs, and images are provided as sample; however, if you do the factory Displays the status of camera settings: reset to the Element, those multimedia files are deleted forever. -
Page 38: Adjusting Settings
Entertainment Adding special effects Feature Icon Description 1. Tap while in the camera mode. Color Effect Adjusts color effects 2. Tap and select effects. Face Effect Adjusts effects for face in the picture Effects Adjusting settings Scene Mode Changes the scene mode Review Screen Decides if the taken photo appears 1. -
Page 39: Watching Videos
Element and saved them in the embedded memory Pictures: Includes pictures and videos that you have taken using the Element and saved them in the external memory card Download: Includes pictures or videos that you have downloaded in the external memory card Note Categories of Gallery might vary depending on the types of applications that you have installed on the Element. - Page 40 If you move the progress bar to the part where the video is not downloaded, the video will pause and the downloading process will resume. Note You can watch a video on the web while the Element is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Renting movies online Apps >...
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Page 41: Playing Songs
> Music. 1. Tap Move to the previous song 2. Select and tap a song from the screen. Files that the Element offers include MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+ and WMA. Songs that have been Rewind the playing song Press and hold newly saved in the Element are displayed by default. - Page 42 Tap More by artist if you want to Photo Frame overview see more songs or albums by the artist in your Element. 4. Tap Sort A-Z if you want to sort songs Sort...
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Page 43: Reading Ebooks
1. Tap > 2. Tap 3. Select and tap the desired folder. Folders available might vary according to users. Google Books Download electronic books in the Google’s library to the Element and read them. Scroll bar Reading ebooks Apps > Books. - Page 44 Entertainment Searching for chapters Adjusting the book screen 1. Tap while you open the book. 1. Tap while you open the book. 2. Tap the chapter what you want to read. The page is marked next to 2. Adjust the book settings as you prefer: the chapter title.
- Page 45 2. Tap Photos, Music or Videos. the Element is not connected to the Wi-Fi network, Net Media will not run. 3. Press and hold an item to share, and tap Upload. Enjoying media files on other devices 4. Tap the server and tap OK.
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Page 46: Uploading Videos
Entertainment Managing servers Creating a YouTube account 1. Tap ! while Net Media is running. 1. Tap Apps > YouTube > Your Channel. Server list. A list of servers might appear. 2. Tap 2. Take the necessary steps to create a YouTube account. on the top of the screen if you want to refresh all servers. - Page 47 Entertainment Watching videos by upload date 1. Tap Apps > YouTube. Access the Internet if you want to search for information. Note that the Google Chrome Lite is set to the web browser software by default. 2. Tap Browse. 3. Select and tap a category. Searching for information in the Internet This week 4.
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Page 48: Managing Bookmarks
Entertainment Visiting a new page Adding bookmarks 1. Tap the address bar next to and enter a new URL, while the web 1. Tap while you are visiting a web page. browser is activated. Home 2. Enter the label and the address of the page, and select and tap screen, Bookmarks Other... -
Page 49: Setting Display Options
Entertainment Setting search options 1. Tap Apps > Google Search. Search Settings. 2. Tap ! and Google search. 3. Tap 4. Tap Use My Location if you allow your location to be used for Google search results. Setting display options 1. -
Page 50: Tools
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Page 51: Calculator
Calculator 2. Tap a day that you want to view events for the day. An event is displayed with blue dot for the weekly and monthly view. Carry out mathematical calculations with the Element. 3. Tap Day, Week, or Month... -
Page 52: Clock
Adjusting alarm settings Clock Apps > Clock. 1. Tap Check the current time and set the alarm using the Element. Set alarm Alarm set. 2. Tap when there is no alarm set, or Adding a new alarm 3. -
Page 53: Market
Tools Replacing main city Editing the timer 1. Tap Apps > Clock Tools. 1. Tap Apps > Clock Tools. 2. Tap Timer. 2. Press and hold a city to replace and drag to the main area. 3. Select and tap the time in the list. Deleting cities 4. -
Page 54: Maps
> Downloads. Google Maps offers useful information based on your region. Make sure to connect the Element to a Wi-Fi, 3G or LTE network. If you turn on the Searching for applications GPS function, you can obtain more accurate information. -
Page 55: Navigation
4. Tap if you want to set the end point. Navigation 5. Tap a point on the map. Find directions to your destination. The Element will help you drive safely 6. Tap Tap to select this point. to the place you want to go. -
Page 56: Places
Tools Places Adding starred places Find places around you according to your preferences. 1. Tap Apps > Places. 2. Select and tap a category. Finding places 3. Select and tap a place that you want to see. 1. Tap Apps >... - Page 57 Tools Selecting items that can be searched 1. Tap Apps > Google Search. Search settings. 2. Tap ! and Searchable items. 3. Tap 4. Select and tap items you want to include for the search result. Managing search history Apps Google Search.
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Page 58: Settings
Settings Wireless & networks Sound Screen Location & security Applications Accounts & sync Privacy Storage Language & input Accessibility Date & time About tablet AT&T software update... -
Page 59: Wireless & Networks
Settings Wireless & networks 3. Tap International Data Roaming to connect to data services when roaming and tap OK. Note You may incur significant roaming charges. Setting Airplane mode Access Point Names 4. Tap and tap the desired access point names to 1. -
Page 60: Screen
Setting my location 4. Tap Haptic feedback if you want the Element to vibrate when you tap soft keys. It is selected by default. Settings Location & security Use wireless networks. - Page 61 Forgot pattern will 3. Enter your password and tap Confirm. The password should be at not appear if you have no Google account for the Element. least 4 characters. Forgot your password for Google account? 4. Enter the password again to confirm.
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Page 62: Applications
3. Select and tap an account type, and follow the necessary steps for connected. creating an account. 3. Read and tap on the USB debugging information page. Note You cannot set to the USB debugging while the Element is connected to your PC via the USB data cable. -
Page 63: Privacy
For example, if you 5. Tap Erase everything. want to move applications that you have downloaded to the internal Note If you do the factory reset to the Element, sample videos, songs, and media storage, tap Settings > Applications >... -
Page 64: Language & Input
1. Tap Settings > Language & input > Select language. 2. Select and tap a language to use for the Element. Setting the accessibility option Setting input methods 1. Tap Settings > Accessibility. 2. Tap in the No accessibility related applications found screen. -
Page 65: Date & Time
2. Tap date. Make sure to deselect Automatic date & time. including battery status, battery level, and other information. 3. Enter month, day and year for the Element. Checking battery use 4. Tap Set. Setting time 1. Tap Settings >... -
Page 66: At&T Software Update
Settings AT&T software update To update software Update your software without visiting the nearest dealer. 1. Tap Settings > AT&T software update. Check for updates 2. Tap to check whether you need to update the software. Note After the relevant software is downloaded, you will be asked whether to update the software now. -
Page 67: Appendix
Appendix PC Suite Troubleshooting checklist Specifications Cautions on waterproof and dustproof functions FCC Regulatory Compliance Warranty Legal notice Index... -
Page 68: System Requirements
Appendix PC Suite Troubleshooting checklist PC suite is a Windows-based program that allows you to easily manage When battery life is shorter than usual: personal data and multimedia files by connecting your tablet to a PC. This may happen when you are in an area with low signal strength. Turn The application can be downloaded at www.pantechusa.com. -
Page 69: Specifications
Appendix Specifications 3.5mm Ear Jack Micro-HDMI Connector Operating System Dimensions & Weight Android 3.2 (HONEYCOMB) Weight: under 461.5 g/16.28 oz Web browser operating system Dimensions: 205 mm x 150 mm x 10.30 mm (8.36” x 6.12” x 0.41”) Google Chrome Lite Power Management (Performance) Design Tablet (Full Touch Pad) -
Page 70: About Battery Usage
If you use the other charger and USB cable, you might every 12 month to maintain the waterproof integrity of your tablet. incur malfunction or failure of the Element. 9. The touch screen may not work if the touch screen is moist, or if you Only use the battery for the device for which it is specified. -
Page 71: Fcc Regulatory Compliance
Appendix FCC Regulatory Compliance Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery terminals. FCC Regulatory Compliance Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject Battery usage by children should be supervised. -
Page 72: Warranty
Be careful. Some of these products may not be compatible to all persons, regardless of age and health. The exposure standard for use with your Pantech product and may damage the unit or cause it to wireless mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the malfunction. - Page 73 To protect your warranty, use only compatible accessories which cannot source. damage or interfere with the functioning of your Pantech product. The Company disclaims liability for removal or reinstallation of the product, for geographic coverage, for inadequate signal reception by...
- Page 74 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC For technical support in the U.S. & Canada, call (800) 962-8622. Or in the United States and other countries. email us to HandsetHelp@Pantech.com. Or visit the web site at www. pantechusa.com.
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Page 75: Legal Notice
Appendix Legal notice DivX® videos Divx® is a digital video format created by DivX, Trademark LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Wi-Fi is a trademark of the This is an official DivX Certified® device that Wi-Fi Alliance. -
Page 76: Index
Appendix Index Date format 65 Keyboard 15, 30, 47, 56, 64 Date & time 65 Accessibility 64 Display 24, 49, 69 Language & input 7, 18, 64 Accounts & sync 14, 62 Latitude 7, 28, 29 Airplane mode 16, 59 Email 17, 25, 26, 27, 61 Legal information 65 Ambient light sensor 12... - Page 77 Appendix Silent mode 15, 59 Voice Recorder 34, 35 SIM card 10 Voice search 16, 48 Navigation 15, 55 SIM/USIM card 9 Volume 12, 13, 15, 59 Net Media 34, 35, 45 Sketch Pad 32, 33, 34 VPN 59 NotePad 30, 31, 32 Sound 12, 13, 15, 38, 59, 60, 69 Notifications 17, 21, 28, 51 Stopwatch 53...