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Toshiba AT1S5-SP0101M User Manual
Toshiba AT1S5-SP0101M User Manual

Toshiba AT1S5-SP0101M User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Web site tabletsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see in this guide. “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 98...
  • Page 2: Regulatory Information

    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 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the device's ports.
  • Page 4 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖...
  • Page 5 Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 6 Turn Wi-Fi Functionalities off for Cardiac Pacemakers ❖ Turn Wi-Fi when you are near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury.
  • Page 7: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices

    Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regions for the Broadcom ® Wi-Fi AW-NH931 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except tin the countries/regions in the following table.
  • Page 8: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability

    Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability ® Bluetooth Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product ® with Bluetooth Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ ® Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
  • Page 9 Always use Bluetooth networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. 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 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Latvia...
  • Page 11 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
  • Page 12 Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Broadcom is a registered trademark of Broadcom Corporation and/or its affiliates in the United States, certain other countries, and/or the EU.
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Other icons used...20 Your device’s features and specifications ...20 Other documentation ...20 Service options ...21 Precautions...21 File management tips ...22 Toshiba’s online resources ...22 Chapter 1: Getting Started... 23 Features and components...23 Front ...24 Back ...25 Right side...25 Left side ...26 Top ...27...
  • Page 14 Setting location preferences ...35 Setting the date and time ...36 Sign in to your Google™ Account ...36 Setting up Wi-Fi Registering your Toshiba device ...39 Backing up your data ...39 Backing up data using TOSHIBA Backing up data using your Google™...
  • Page 15 Language & input settings ...72 Date & time settings ...74 About tablet ...75 Chapter 3: Working with Apps... 77 Downloading Toshiba Apps ...77 TOSHIBA Media Player ...77 Apps ...78 Downloading from Android Market™ ...78 Preinstalled Apps on your tablet ...78 Uninstalling Apps on your tablet ...79...
  • Page 16 Using external devices ...87 Connecting an HDMI Using a docking station ...88 Connecting your tablet to a docking Chapter 5: Utilities... 90 TOSHIBA Service Station ...91 Check for application updates ...92 Downloading updates ...92 Installing updates...93 Downloading and installing System TOSHIBA File Manager Utility...93...
  • Page 17 Power and the batteries ...100 Display problems ...101 Sound system problems ...101 Wireless networking problems...102 If you need further assistance...102 Before you contact Toshiba ...103 Contacting Toshiba ...103 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...104 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...104 Appendix A: Power Cord/Cable Connectors... 106 Glossary...
  • 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

    This guide This guide introduces the features on your device as well as some basic procedures needed to perform tasks on your tablet powered by Android™. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖...
  • Page 20: Other Icons Used

    ❖ A Legal/Safety/Regulatory document ❖ A Quick Start Card ❖ 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. System icons...
  • Page 21: Service Options

    To stay current on the most recent applications, application updates, and hardware options for your device, as well as other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Goes Wrong”...
  • Page 22: File Management Tips

    Do not turn off the device if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. 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 damage the device.
  • Page 24: Front

    Getting Started Features and components Front Camera Power indicator light display (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) or record videos. ❖ Camera indicator light—Glows blue when the front Camera is in operation. For more information, see on page ❖...
  • Page 25: Back

    Back Camera light (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ Camera indicator light—Glows blue when the front Camera is in operation. For more information, see on page ❖ Camera—Allows you to take still photos (includes flash settings) and videos. For more information, see cameras”...
  • Page 26: Left Side

    Getting Started Features and components Left side Volume control buttons Power button Locked position (Sample Illustration) Left side view ❖ Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and hold the button for several seconds to turn the device ON/OFF. Press the button quickly to wake the device from Sleep mode or to place it into Sleep mode.
  • Page 27: Top

    (Sample Illustration) Top view ❖ Headphone/Microphone Line-In jack—Allows you to listen to or record sounds onto your device. For more information, “Using external speakers or headphones” on page Bottom Speaker (Sample Illustration) Bottom view ❖ Speakers—Allow you to listen to sounds on your device. For more information, see page ❖...
  • Page 28 Getting Started Connecting to a power source 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 29 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Plug the USB Power cord into the Power/Docking connector on the bottom of the device.
  • Page 30: Battery Notice

    The battery life cited in the product specifications is only achieved on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life under any conditions other than the...
  • Page 31: Taking Care Of Your Battery

    ❖ ❖ ❖ 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 32: 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 33: 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 34: Setting Up Your Device

    Using the device for the first time Setting up your device NOTE To take full advantage of features for your device, Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi Google™ Account before setting up your device. The first time you power on your tablet the Welcome screen appears and you will be asked to choose a language.
  • Page 35: Setting Location Preferences

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time The "Connected to Wi-Fi network" screen appears. (Sample Image) Wi-Fi setup screen Setting location preferences ® After you have connected to a Wi-Fi network, the “Use Google location service” screen appears. Your approximate location is made available to the apps you use by Google’s location service.
  • Page 36: Setting The Date And Time

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting the date and time When your location preferences have been chosen, the “Set date and time” screen appears. There are two options available for setting date and time: ❖ Use network provided time (leave the setting option ON), and then touch Next.
  • Page 37 The “Sign in with your Google Account” screen appears. (Sample Image) Sign in with your Google Account screen ❖ Enter your existing Google Account information, and then touch Sign in. ❖ If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create a new one by touching Create account.
  • Page 38: Setting Up Wi-Fi And Bluetooth Connections

    Getting Started Using the device for the first time Touch and hold the Lock ( ) icon and drag it to the edge of the large circle surrounding it. The last screen viewed appears. ® Setting up Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 39: Registering Your Toshiba Device

    Backing up data using TOSHIBA File Manager Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card. For more information, see Manager Utility” on page Backing up data using your Google™...
  • Page 40: Restoring Your Data Using Your Google™ Account

    Getting Started Backing up your data Restoring your data using your Google™ Account If your data was previously backed up using this service you can sign in to your Google™ Account and choose to restore your settings from your Google Account to your device. (Sample Image) Backup and Restore screen The data that is backed up may include the following: ❖...
  • Page 41: 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 Voice recognition Home screens System (Sample Image) Central Home screen Icons and buttons you may find on your display screen. Icon Name Back button...
  • Page 42: Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features Icon Name Customize button Voice recognition button Google Search bar Home screen The total number of available Home screens is five. Move between screens by swiping your finger to the left or right. (Sample Image) 5 available Home screens Your device’s five home screens have several standard features, including icons and a customizable background pattern (wallpaper).
  • Page 43: Touch Screen Navigation

    Icons An icon represents a shortcut of either a widget, application, bookmark, or game that can be quickly launched by touching the icon on a Home screen. Each Home screen may display icons for any of the following: ❖ Widgets ❖...
  • Page 44: Navigating The Home Screen

    Getting Started Navigation and features Double-tap—Tap quickly twice to zoom in. For example, double- tap a section of a Web page to zoom in on that section. Double-tap again to zoom out. Pinch—In some apps (such as Maps, Browser, and Gallery), you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in).
  • Page 45 Getting Started Navigation and features In some media apps, the System bar controls are replaced by dim dots while a movie, slide show, etc. is displayed. This increases the viewing space on the screen. Touch the dot that corresponds with the desired control, or touch a blank area of the System bar to restore the full view.
  • Page 46 Getting Started Navigation and features Most apps that send notifications, such as Gmail™ and the calendar, have their own settings. These settings can be configured to send notifications in different ways, with a sound or vibration, etc. See the documentation for those apps for details.You can open the Notifications list to view all of your current notifications.
  • Page 47: Securing Your Tablet

    Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device. When you initially turn on or wake the tablet, the lock screen requires you to drag the Lock ( ) icon to unlock the screen, see “Waking the tablet”...
  • Page 48 Getting Started Navigation and features If you touch PIN or Password, you are prompted to set a numeric PIN or a password you must enter to unlock your screen. The next time you turn on your tablet or wake up the screen, you must draw your unlock pattern or enter your PIN or password to unlock it.
  • Page 49: Customizing Your Home Screens

    When encryption is complete, you are prompted to enter your PIN or password. Subsequently, you must enter your PIN or password each time you power on your tablet, to decrypt it. Customizing your Home screens You can add Apps icons, Widgets, Bookmark shortcuts, and other items to any available free space on any Home screen.
  • Page 50: Moving An Item From The Home Screen

    Getting Started Customizing your Home screens Moving an item from the Home screen To move an item to a new location on the current Home screen or to move it to another Home screen, touch & hold the icon, and then drag and drop it to the new location.
  • Page 51: 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 52: Using Sleep Mode

    Getting Started Turning off the device To turn off your device using Shut down mode: Press and hold the Power button. A pop-up screen appears, asking whether you would like to shut down. (Sample Image) Shut down pop-up screen In the pop-up window, touch OK to completely shut down the tablet.
  • Page 53: Syncing And Managing Your Accounts

    You can also place your tablet into Sleep mode by pressing the Power button quickly. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep mode: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the device uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the battery discharges completely while the device is in Sleep mode.
  • Page 54: Remove An Account

    Getting Started Syncing and managing your accounts Touch the Accounts & sync ( The Accounts & sync menu appears displaying the current sync settings and a list of the current accounts. (Sample Image) Accounts & sync screen Touch Add account. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required account information.
  • Page 55: Navigation, Maps, Places, And Latitude

    Touch the account you wish to delete. Touch Remove account and confirm to continue. The account and the associated information is removed from the Accounts & sync settings. Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude To access Navigation, Maps, Places and Latitude: Touch the Apps ( The Apps menu appears.
  • Page 56: Factory Data Reset

    Getting Started Factory data reset Touch an item to open it. Items can be deleted from your tablet or sorted by file size or file name for easier viewing. To sort the items, touch the Sort by size ( ) menu option on the top right of the screen. To delete items: Select the items you wish to delete.
  • Page 57: Caring For Your Device

    Touch Reset tablet. Touch Erase everything. The Factory data reset process begins. NOTE This process could take several minutes. For more information, see “Setting up your device” on page Caring for your device This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your device. For information about taking care of your device’s battery, see care of your battery”...
  • Page 58: Chapter 2: 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 59 Touch to view the Downloads application, see “Managing downloads” on page Touch to open the multimedia player, see Media Player” on page Touch to view the books that have been downloaded to your tablet. Settings “Apps and Settings menus” “Navigation, Maps, “Navigation, “TOSHIBA...
  • Page 60 Settings Customizing your device’s settings To access the Settings menu: ❖ Touch the Apps ( The Settings menu appears. (Sample Image) Settings menu screen The following are some of the icons you may find in the Settings menu. Icon Name ®...
  • Page 61 Icon Name Privacy Storage Language & input Date & time About tablet Access Settings from 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 62 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The Quick Settings menu displays below the Status Details menu, replacing the list of current notifications. (Sample Image) Quick Settings menu screen Touch the Settings ( ) icon to open the Settings menu, and then select the setting you wish to change. The following are icons you will find in the Quick Settings menu.
  • Page 63: Wireless And Networks Settings

    Wireless and networks settings Use the Wireless & networks settings to configure and manage connections to networks and devices via Wi-Fi more information, see connections” on page also be used to configure connections between your tablet and virtual private networks (VPNs), and to turn off the device’s radios while in-flight.
  • Page 64 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Wi-Fi following selections to set conditions for automatically turning off the Wi-Fi When the screen times-out Never while plugged into AC power Never (uses more battery power) ❖ Wi-Fi networks—Displays a list of Wi-Fi you’ve previously configured and those detected when the tablet last scanned for Wi-Fi your Wi-Fi®...
  • Page 65: Sound 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. To change the Sound settings: Touch the Apps ( The Apps menu appears.
  • Page 66: Multimedia Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Touch the Screen ( The Screen menu appears. Touch the item you wish to change in the Screen menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: NOTE The Automatic Brightness selection must be deselected to access the Brightness control screen.
  • Page 67: Location And Security Settings

    Location and security settings Use the Location & security 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 68 Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur, as a result of the inability to access your device. ❖...
  • Page 69: Applications Settings

    ❖ Install from storage—Under Credential storage, select to install a secure certificate from your tablet’s storage. ❖ Set password—Under Credential storage, touch to open a dialog box. Enter the password you wish to use to set or change an existing password for your secure credential storage. Your password must have at least 8 characters.
  • Page 70: Accounts & Sync Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accounts & sync settings You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts & sync settings. For more information, see page 53. 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 71: Privacy Settings

    ❖ Account screen—The options available on this screen depend on the account screen you have displayed. You can choose to turn ON/OFF synchronize for each account, or touch the Synchronize button at the top right of the Application bar to synchronize data now.
  • Page 72: Storage Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Factory data reset—Restores your device to it’s out-of-box state, see The recovery process deletes all data, restoring the tablet to its out-of-box state. Be sure to save your data to external media before executing the recovery), see NOTE Any system updates already installed are retained on your device.
  • Page 73 Customizing your device’s settings Touch the Language & input ( The Language & input menu appears. Touch the item you wish to change in the Language & input menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Select language—Select to open the Language screen, and then select your preferred language for use on your tablet.
  • Page 74: Date & Time Settings

    Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Engines—Touch to view the text-to-speech applications installed on your device. Touch one to view or change its settings. ❖ Current input method—Select to open the screen, and then select the input method you wish to use, if more than one is installed.
  • Page 75: About Tablet

    Touch the Date & time ( The Date & time menu appears. Touch the item you wish to change in the Date & time menu. Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Automatic date & time—Clear the selection to set the date and time manually.
  • Page 76 Customizing your device’s settings Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ System updates—Select to open the Toshiba Service Station that lists the availability of operating system software updates. ❖ Status—Select to open a screen that displays information about your battery, network connections, etc.
  • Page 77: Chapter 3: Working With Apps

    Chapter 3 Working with Apps Downloading Toshiba Apps You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place NOTE To download apps, you must be connected to the Internet. TOSHIBA Media Player The TOSHIBA Media Player is a multimedia player that allows users to experience outstanding multimedia viewing enjoyment.
  • Page 78: Apps

    Apps ❖ Capture Video—Turns on the camera application in video mode. ❖ Help—For more information, refer to the TOSHIBA Media Player Help file. TOSHIBA Resolution+ NOTE Viewing enhancements may vary depending upon content quality and display device capability/functionality/settings. Depending on the quality of the content, some video noise may be visible.
  • Page 79: Uninstalling Apps On Your Tablet

    Uninstalling Apps on your tablet To uninstall applications from your tablet. Touch the Apps ( Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to delete, and then drag it to Uninstall. Confirm the deletion. NOTE Applications that came preinstalled on your tablet cannot be deleted from the device.
  • Page 80: 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 81: Type To Enter Text

    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. If text has been previously entered you can drag the insertion point by its tab to move it to the location in the text line you wish to begin typing from.
  • Page 82 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the onscreen keyboard Touch Paste ( The text is inserted into the new text field. NOTE Text can be copied and pasted from one app to another. ❖ Touch the space bar or a punctuation mark to auto complete a word you are typing.
  • Page 83: Speak To Enter Text

    Speak to enter text You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard. Touch the text field. Touch the Microphone ( ) key on the keyboard. Speak your text when you are prompted to “Speak now.” The speech-recognition types the words you say.
  • Page 84: Recording Sounds

    Using a Micro SD™ Card For detailed information regarding supported media, see the detailed specifications for your device at tabletsupport.toshiba.com. The Micro SD™ Card slot supports the use of Secure Digital™ (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 85: Inserting Memory Media

    Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. To insert a Micro SD™ Card: Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place.
  • Page 86: Adding Optional External Devices

    Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Adding optional external devices After starting your device for the first time you may want to: ❖ Connect an external keyboard via the available Bluetooth settings (see “Setting up Wi-Fi®...
  • Page 87: Using External Devices

    Using external devices You can connect external devices to your device using the following available ports: ❖ A Micro HDMI television or display device to your tablet. NOTE To connect a device to the Micro HDMI purchase a Micro HDMI ❖...
  • Page 88: Using A Docking Station

    To find a docking station that is compatible with your tablet device, please visit accessories.toshiba.com. Connecting your tablet to a docking station Assemble the AC adaptor (provided with your Toshiba tablet), “Connecting to a power source” on page NOTE Additional Toshiba USB/AC adaptors can be purchased separately at accessories.toshiba.com.
  • Page 89 Connect the USB/AC adaptor cord to the power interface slot on the back of the dock. Connect the USB/AC adaptor to a live electrical outlet. Remove the docking connector cover on the bottom of your tablet. Align the docking interface located on your tablet with the docking connector on the dock.
  • Page 90: Chapter 5: Utilities

    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 ❖ TOSHIBA Adaptive display ❖ TOSHIBA Resolution+®...
  • Page 91: Toshiba Service Station

    This agreement authorizes the utility to collect certain basic information about your device and send it to the Toshiba severs as part of the process of obtaining updates. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Service Station Acceptance screen...
  • Page 92: Check For Application Updates

    Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. NOTE The TOSHIBA Service Station utility will not be able to notify you of new software and application updates if you choose to decline the agreement.
  • Page 93: Installing Updates

    Data loss may occur. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to a Micro SD™ Card, or network storage. Insert a Micro SD™ Card into the Micro SD™ Card slot on your tablet.
  • Page 94 Select All ( A red check mark ( (Sample Image) TOSHIBA File Manager screen - files checked Touch the Copy ( Touch the SD ( Touching the SD ( the Micro SD™...
  • Page 95: File Browsing Screen

    Touch OK or Cancel to continue. Touch & hold a file/folder to display a pop-up menu, enabling you to Cut, Copy, Delete or Rename the selected file/folder. TOSHIBA File Manager Utility ) icon at the bottom of the screen. Utilities...
  • Page 96 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Rename files/folders To rename a file/folder: Touch & hold the selected file/folder. Touch Rename in the pop-up window and create a new name for the selected file/folder. Touch OK. Create folders To create a new folder: Choose the desired top directory in the File browsing screen.
  • Page 97: Toshiba Adaptive Display

    TOSHIBA Adaptive display The Toshiba Adaptive display provides an enhanced visual experience in varying locations and conditions. It automatically adjusts the display brightness and gamma based on ambient light. It also automatically adjusts locally stored pictures and video content for optimal viewing.
  • Page 98: 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.
  • Page 99: The Operating System Is Not Working

    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. For example: ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine ❖...
  • Page 100: 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 power/docking connector cord or from the system battery. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty USB/AC adaptor or power/docking connector cord will neither power the device nor recharge the batteries.
  • Page 101: Display Problems

    Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen does not look correct. You can change the display settings by touching the Settings ( icon on the Home screen. For more information, see settings” on page screen background (Wallpaper).
  • Page 102: Wireless Networking 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 that your Wireless connection is enabled.
  • Page 103: Before You Contact 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 Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖...
  • Page 104: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites

    If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites For technical support, call the Toshiba Customer Support Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com us.toshiba.com accessories.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca...
  • Page 105 United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V.
  • Page 106: 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. UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved...
  • Page 107: 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. Apps EPROM HDMI HTML Alternating Current Applications bits per second Central Processing Unit Direct Current Dots Per Inch Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory Federal Communications Commission...
  • Page 108 Glossary IEEE WLAN Terms The following terms may appear in this User’s Guide. active-matrix display—A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
  • Page 109 adapter—A device that provides a compatible connection 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 110 Glossary bus—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. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed—The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU) communicates with the other parts of the tablet.
  • Page 111 cursor—An on-screen symbol (usually a flashing vertical line) that indicates the position where characters will appear when you enter data. default—The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting. device—A component attached to the tablet. Devices may be external (outside the tablet’s case) or internal (inside the tablet’s case).
  • Page 112 Glossary extension—See file extension. external device—See device. file—A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. file name—A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder.
  • Page 113 icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced—A method of refreshing the display screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced screens take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device—See device.
  • Page 114 Glossary network—A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced—A method of refreshing the tablet screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen.
  • Page 115 Read-Only Memory—See ROM. reboot—See boot, restart. removable disk—A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A Flash drive is one example of a removable disk. resolution—A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi).
  • Page 116 Glossary Transfer—To move files or data from one location to another. unmount—To prepare the external storage media for removal from the device. upload—To send a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. utility—A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem.
  • Page 117: Index

    Index about tablet battery use 76 legal information 76 settings 75 status 76 system updates 76 accounts manage 53 sync 53 accounts & sync account screen 71 auto-sync 70 background data 70 manage accounts 70 settings 70 adding optional external devices 86 airplane mode wireless &...
  • Page 118 84 indicator light 25 background data accounts & sync 70 backing up data 22 backup data 39 Google™ Account 39 TOSHIBA File Manager 39 battery care 31 charge indicator light 29 charging 30 maintaining 32 monitoring power 29...
  • Page 119 cleaning 57 disposal 32 turning off 51 turning off options 51 device administrators settings 68 device will not start troubleshooting 98 devices external 87 disposal information 12 disposing of the device 32 docking connector 27 docking station connecting to 88 using 88 downloads managing 55...
  • Page 120 44 notification sounds sound settings 65 notifications managing 45 notification bar 45 viewing new 46 online resources Toshiba 22 onscreen keyboard speaking 83 typing 81 using 80 operating system troubleshooting 99 optimizing battery life 31 optional external devices...
  • Page 121 72 settings 71 Quick Settings menu settings 61 recording sounds 84 recovery factory data reset 56 registering your Toshiba device 39 restoring your data 40 running services applications settings 69 safety disposing of the device 32 Index...
  • Page 122 76 taking care of battery 31 text-to-speech settings language & input settings 73 this guide features 19 Tips file management tips 22 Toshiba online resources 22 worldwide offices 104 Toshiba App Place™ downloading apps 77 TOSHIBA Apps Place...
  • Page 123 TOSHIBA Media Player, TOSHIBA Resolution+® 78 Toshiba Apps Place Media Player 77 TOSHIBA File Manager Utility file browsing 95 files/folders 95 rename files/folders 96 TOSHIBA Resolution+® 78 TOSHIBA Service Station Application updates 92 download updates 92 install updates 93 tablet system updates 93...

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