Toshiba PDA01U-00501F - Manual

7 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regions for the Broadcom ® Wireless 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 ...

8 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth ® Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth ® wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth ...

9 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 ❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth ® wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth ® Special Interest Group. Always use Bluetooth ® cards from Toshiba in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these card...

10 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth ® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth ® wireless technology however is much less than the...

11 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth ® Card from Toshiba is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth ® Card from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact duri...

12 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Trademarks App Place, Resolution+, and THRiVE are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is un...

13 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Contents Introduction................................................................................ 18 This guide ...............................................................19Safety icons ............................................................19 Other icons used ....

14 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Charging the battery ...............................................31Changing the battery ...............................................32 Removing the battery from the device ..............32Inserting a charged battery ...............................34 Taking car...

16 Contents 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Preinstalled Apps on your tablet .......................85Uninstalling Apps on your tablet .......................86 Chapter 4: Exploring the Features on your Device.................. 87 Using the onscreen keyboard..................................87 Type to enter t...

18 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia. With your Toshiba tablet device, you can watch movies, listen to your favorite music, read books, play games and do much more. The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your part...

19 Introduction This guide 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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 inte...

20 Introduction Other documentation 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the device. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This icon indicate...

21 Introduction Service options 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 Service options Toshiba’s standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at warranty.toshiba.com . To stay current on the most recent applications, application updates, and hardware options fo...

22 Introduction File management tips 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 File management tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. Your data stays in the device’s temporary memory until you back it up to external media. If the n...

23 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 ...

24 Getting Started Features and components Front (Sample Illustration) Front view ❖ Front Camera indicator light —Glows blue when the front Camera is in operation. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on page 91 . ❖ Internal microphone —Allows you to record sounds for your application. For ...

25 Getting Started Features and components Back (Sample Illustration) Back view ❖ Camera —Allows you to take still photos and videos. For more information, see “Using the cameras” on page 91 . ❖ Removable back cover —Can be removed to replace the battery. For more information, see “Changing the batt...

26 Getting Started Features and components Right side (Sample Illustration) Right side view ❖ SD™ Card slot —Supports the use of Secure Digital™ (SD™) media. For more information, see “Using an SD™ Card” on page 91 . ❖ Screen rotation lock/unlock switch —Allows you to lock the orientation of the dis...

27 Getting Started Features and components Left side (Sample Illustration) Left side view ❖ Docking connector —Allows connection to a docking station. Remove the docking connector cover to access to the docking connector. For more information, see “Using a docking station” on page 95 . ❖ Speakers —A...

28 Getting Started Features and components Bottom (Sample Illustration) Bottom view Remove the port cover to access the ports. ❖ DC-IN —Allows connection of the AC adaptor to charge the battery or run your device on AC power. For more information, see “Using the device for the first time” on page 39...

29 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your device requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the device to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the device’s battery. Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable pl...

31 Getting Started Charging the battery ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the device or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the battery or plug in the AC adaptor Charging the ...

32 Getting Started Changing the battery Changing the battery When your battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged battery. Never short-circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with ...

34 Getting Started Changing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used batteries in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wip...

36 Getting Started Taking care of your battery Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life. Safety precautions Battery pack warning indicators ❖ Always immediately turn the power off and disconnect the power cable/ cord plug ...

37 Getting Started Taking care of your battery ❖ If you know you will not be near a Wi-Fi ® network for some time, switch to Airplane mode. For more information, see “Wireless and networks settings” on page 69 . To check the battery charge level: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. The Apps menu appears. 2 S...

38 Getting Started Disposing of used batteries Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery depends on usage. When the battery needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. Never attempt to ...

39 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: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than b...

40 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Setting up your device To take full advantage of features for your device, Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi ® network and a Google™ Account before setting up your device. The first time you power on your tablet the Welcome scre...

41 Getting Started Using the device for the first time Touch the name of the network you want to connect to, and then touch Confirm . (If the network is a secured/locked network, you will be asked to enter the appropriate credentials before confirming.) Setting location preferences After you choose ...

42 Getting Started Using the device for the first time ❖ Set the option, “Use network provided time” to OFF . This allows you to manually enter the date/time information. 1 Select the region. The default setting is “Pacific Standard time.” 2 Set the date by touching the up/down arrows, and then touc...

43 Getting Started Using the device for the first time 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 creat...

44 Getting Started Using the device for the first time 2 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 ® connections Wi-Fi ® : 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. Then swipe to the second screen, a...

45 Getting Started Registering your Toshiba device 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. P...

46 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 scree...

47 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. (Sample Image) Central Home screen Icons and buttons you may find on your display scre...

48 Getting Started Navigation and features 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 c...

49 Getting Started Navigation and features 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 ❖ Applications ❖ Bookmarks ❖ Ga...

50 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 ...

51 Getting Started Navigation and features the desired control, or touch a blank area of the System bar to restore the full view. At the top of the screen you will find the Google™ Search bar ( ), and next to that is the search by voice ( ) button. Also available at the top of the screen are the App...

52 Getting Started Navigation and features Opening a notification 1 Touch the time display in the System bar on the lower right of your Home screen. The Notification summary panel opens. (Sample Image) Notification summary panel screen 2 Touch a notification summary to view it or to respond to it. T...

53 Getting Started Navigation and features Securing your tablet If you choose to set a password (with or without encryption), Toshiba strongly recommends that you write down your password and keep it in a safe location where you can later access it should you not remember it. Toshiba is not responsi...

55 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 feature...

56 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. Removing an item from a Home screen 1 Touc...

57 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. ...

58 Getting Started Turning off the device To turn off your device using Shut down mode: 1 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 2 In the pop-up window, touch OK to completely shut down the tablet. ...

59 Getting Started Syncing and managing your accounts ❖ Waking your device from Sleep mode takes less time and consumes less battery power than restarting after shutting down the device. ❖ When starting up again, the device returns to the screen last viewed. If you place the device in Sleep mode and...

60 Getting Started Navigation, Maps, Places, and Latitude 4 Touch Add account . 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the required account information. 6 Configure the account settings. For more information, see “Accounts & sync settings” on page 76 . The account is added to the list in th...

61 Getting Started Managing downloads Maps : Finds your current location to access real-time traffic conditions, and obtain detailed directions by foot, public transportation, or car, using the free Google Maps application (Beta). Places : Quickly find local establishments, such as restaurants, bank...

62 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 delet...

63 Getting Started Caring for your device 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 “Taking care of your battery” on page 36 . The screen is made of glass so avoid contact with sharp, rough, or a...

64 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.

65 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accessing the Apps and Settings menus To access the Apps menu: ❖ Touch the Apps ( ) icon. 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 o...

68 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 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. 1 Touch the Time ( ) display in the lower-right corner of the screen in th...

69 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 2 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. Wireless and networks settings Use the Wireless & networks settings to configu...

71 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Discoverable —Select to make your tablet discoverable by other Bluetooth ® devices for a brief period of time. ❖ Bluetooth devices —Displays a list of Bluetooth ® devices that you’ve previously configured and those detected when the tablet last scanne...

72 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Screen settings You can change the Screen settings for various things, such as orientation of the display or brightness level for energy conservation. To change the Screen settings: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. The Apps menu appears. 2 Swipe to the second...

73 Settings Customizing your device’s settings 3 Touch the Multimedia ( ) icon. The Multimedia menu appears. 4 Touch the item you wish to change in the in the Multimedia menu. Location and security settings Use the Location & security settings to configure how you want the tablet to determine yo...

75 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Use secure credentials —Under Credential storage, select to allow applications to access your tablet’s encrypted store of secure certificates and related passwords as well as other credentials. Credential storage is used to establish some kinds of VPN...

76 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Battery use —Displays a list of the applications using battery power since you last charged your tablet. Accounts & sync settings You can add, remove, and manage your Google™ Accounts and other accounts, using the Accounts & sync settings. For...

77 Settings Customizing your device’s settings The account’s screen displays. ❖ 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 Ap...

78 Settings Customizing your device’s settings ❖ Factory data reset —See “Factory data reset” on page 62 . 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 “Backing up your data” on pa...

81 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Accessibility settings Use the Accessibility settings to configure any plug-ins that are installed on the tablet. To change the Accessibility settings: 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. The Apps menu appears. 2 Swipe to the second screen, and touch the Setting...

82 Settings Customizing your device’s settings Below are some of the categories you can choose from: ❖ Automatic date & time —Clear the selection to set the date and time manually. ❖ Automatic time zone —Clear the selection to set the time zone manually. ❖ Set date —If Automatic date & time ...

84 Chapter 3 Working with Apps Downloading Toshiba Apps You can download Toshiba apps from the Toshiba App Place™ by touching the App Place TM icon. 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 expe...

85 Working with Apps Apps ❖ Capture Photo —Turns on the camera application in photo mode. ❖ Capture Video —Turns on the camera application in video mode. ❖ Help —For more information, refer to the TOSHIBA Media Player Help file. TOSHIBA Resolution+ ® Viewing enhancements may vary depending upon cont...

86 Working with Apps Apps Uninstalling Apps on your tablet To uninstall applications from your tablet. 1 Touch the Apps ( ) icon. 2 Touch & hold the icon that represents the application you want to delete, and then drag it to the Trash can. 3 Confirm the deletion. Applications that came preinsta...

87 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 ente...

88 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...

90 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the built-in speakers Speak to enter text You can use the speech-recognition feature to input text to the onscreen keyboard. 1 Touch the text field. 2 Touch the Microphone ( ) key on the keyboard. 3 Speak your text when you are prompted to “Speak now.” ...

91 Exploring the Features on your Device Using the cameras 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:...

92 Exploring the Features on your Device Using an SD™ Card To avoid damaging your tablet device when using a micro or mini SD™ Card, an SD™ adapter is required. Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricit...

93 Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices 6 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 a mouse (see “Using an external m...

94 Exploring the Features on your Device Adding optional external devices ❖ A Mini-USB port—Supports data transfer. (Sample Illustration) External device ports on the bottom of the tablet Connecting an HDMI™-compatible television or display device To connect an HDMI™-compatible television or display...

95 Exploring the Features on your Device Using a docking station Using a docking station The docking connector, located on the side of your tablet device, is used to attach your device to a docking station (not shipped with your system). You can leave network cables and external devices (such as an ...

97 Chapter 5 Utilities Your device includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapt...

99 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station Touch the Accept button (recommended) to accept the agreement or touch the Decline button to decline. 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. The main scree...

100 Utilities TOSHIBA Service Station Touch the Home ( ) button to allow the download to continue while you use your tablet. A notification of download completion appears in the Status bar. To discontinue the download process, touch the Back ( ) button. Installing updates Once an update has been suc...

101 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility TOSHIBA File Manager Utility Using the TOSHIBA File Manager, you can back up your data to an SD™ Card, or an external USB storage device. 1 Insert an SD™ Card into the SD™ Card slot, or an external USB device via the USB port on your tablet. For more inform...

102 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility TECHNICAL NOTE: When using external USB media, you may need to reformat the media in the exFAT file system. For information on how to do this, contact the manufacturer of the media device. 8 Select the folder you want to copy the files to, and then touch th...

103 Utilities TOSHIBA File Manager Utility ❖ Delete —Touch to delete the selected files. Confirm the deletion in the pop-up window. 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. Rename ...

104 Utilities 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 pict...

105 Chapter 6 If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your tablet are relatively easy to identify and solve. 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...

106 If Something Goes Wrong 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 di...

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

108 If Something Goes Wrong Display problems 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. To purchase a new battery, see your accessories information included with your device, or visit the To...

109 If Something Goes Wrong Wireless networking problems Wireless networking problems This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi ® ) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more adv...

110 If Something Goes Wrong 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 ...

111 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’s worldwide offices toshiba.com Worldwide Tosh...

112 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm . Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems9740 Irvine Blvd.Irvine, California 92618USA 800-457-7777 (within the US)...

113 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3 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. USA UL approved Canada CSA approved United Kingdo...

114 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. AC Alternating Current Apps Applications bps bits per second CPU Central Processing Unit DC Direct Current DPI Dots Per Inch EPROM...

Glossary 115 IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O Input/Output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet Service Provider KB kilobyte LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode MB megabyte RAM Random Access Memory RFI Radio Frequency Interference ROM Read-Only Memory RTC Real...

124 Index A about tablet battery use 83 legal information 83 settings 82 status 82 system updates 82 version information 83 AC adaptor 29 Accessibility Accessibility settings 81 accessibility settings 81 Accessibility scripts Accessibility settings 81 Accessibility settings Accessibility 81 Accessib...