Acer A1-850 User Manual

User’s Manual

10 - Using your tabletUSING YOUR TABLETUsing the touchscreenYour tablet uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. Use your fing

Using your tablet - 11In order to search or browse the internet, you must be connected to a wireless network. See Going online on page 22.You can also

12 - Using your tabletThe application menuTo access the application menu, tap in the center of the application dock. The application menu displays AP

Using your tablet - 13Status and notification areaStatus and notification icons are shown at the top of the screen. The top-right area displays a vari

14 - Using your tabletQuick Settings icons Icon Name DescriptionBatteryDisplays current battery status. Tap to display battery life details.Settings T

Using your tablet - 15 Personalizing the Home screenYou may personalize your Home screen by adding or removing application shortcuts or widgets, and b

16 - Using your tabletChanging the Home screen wallpaperTap and hold any open space on the Home screen. Here you can choose from a variety of options

Using your tablet - 17The onscreen keyboardWhen you tap a text box to enter text, an onscreen keyboard will appear. Simply tap on keys to enter text.

18 - Using your tabletmatch allowing for errors. The word list changes after every key press. If the word you need is displayed, you can tap on it to

Using your tablet - 19In both cases, if you previously copied text, a PASTE button displays.2. If the cursor is not in the desired position, simply dr

2 - © 2014 All Rights ReservedAcer Iconia Tab 8 / Iconia One 8 User’s ManualCovers: A1-850 / B1-810Regulatory Model Number (RMN): A1410This revision:

20 - Connecting devices to your tabletCONNECTING DEVICES TO YOUR TABLETConnecting to AC powerSee Charging your tablet on page 8Inserting a microSD car

Connecting devices to your tablet - 21internal memory), you can connect your device to a PC using the supplied USB cable.1. Plug the USB sync cable in

22 - Going onlineGOING ONLINEManaging Wi-Fi connectionsIf you did not connect to a Wi-Fi network when you first started your tablet, or want to connec

Going online - 23button. Simply tap one of the open tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages. Setting up the Email applicationThe Email appli

24 - Going onlineIf you did not enter a Gmail account address and password when you first started your tablet, follow the instructions.Composing an em

Going online - 25Voice SearchWith voice actions, you can send emails, find directions to locations, search the internet and even send a note to yourse

26 - Going onlineYou may keep track of the download progress from both the APP’s page and the tablet’s notification area.ImportantSome APPs may requir

Going online - 27Using downloaded APPsOnce you’ve downloaded and installed an application, you may find it in the APPs or WIDGETS sections of the appl

28 - Playing musicPLAYING MUSICMultimedia playbackYour tablet comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content.P

Playing music - 29service is available in your area). Selecting "On device" displays only the music you currently have on the tablet.General

Table of contents - 3TABLE OF CONTENTSGetting started with your tablet 4Features and functions ... 4Unpacking your tablet..

30 - Managing people and contactsMANAGING PEOPLE AND CONTACTSYour tablet features an address book that allows you to save contacts to the internal mem

Managing people and contacts - 31Adding a new contactTap to add a new contact. If you have multiple accounts, you will be asked which account you wa

32 - Managing people and contactsEditing a contact on your computerIf you have synchronized your Google account and contacts, you can use your compute

Using the camera and camcorder - 33USING THE CAMERA AND CAMCORDERYour tablet features a front- and rear-facing camera. This section will take you thro

34 - Using the camera and camcorderIn the camera window, tap the Settings tab to display Camera, Camcorder, and General settings. Tap the Record butto

Using the camera and camcorder - 35• Picture Collage: Create fun and unique memories using Acer’s picture collage. Mix and match picture effects, expo

36 - Using the camera and camcorder• Timer: Off, 2 seconds, 5 seconds or 10 seconds• EV (Exposure Value): Over- or under-exposes the image.• ISO: Set

Using the camera and camcorder - 37Supported formatsSee Formats supported on page 50.Viewing photos and videosAfter you have taken your photo or video

38 - Acer Touch WakeAppACER TOUCH WAKEAPPTouch WakeApp is a convenient application that allows you to easily wake up your tablet from sleep mode and l

Acer Touch WakeApp - 39Alternatively, you may also tap Apps > Settings > Acer Touch WakeApp.5-finger gesture Tap the screen using all five finge

4 - Getting started with your tabletGETTING STARTED WITH YOUR TABLETFeatures and functionsYour new tablet offers leading, easy-to-access multimedia an

40 - Advanced settingsADVANCED SETTINGSTo access Settings, open the application menu and tap Settings.Wireless & NetworksAdjusting Wi-Fi settingsT

Advanced settings - 41To connect to a device, tap the device in the list of available devices. You may be asked to enter a PIN on both devices to esta

42 - Advanced settingsYou need to set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use credential storage.APPs > Settings > More... > Mobile

Advanced settings - 43AppsClosing an applicationTo close an active application, go to Settings > Apps. Swipe over to the RUNNING tab, then tap the

44 - Advanced settingsGoogle SyncIn Google, you can set synchronization for Browser, Calandar, Gmail and Google Photos. In your Google account’s synch

Advanced settings - 45Setting alarmsThere are two predefined alarms on your tablet by default. To add or edit alarm settings, tap Clock in the applica

46 - Advanced settingsResetting your tabletA clean boot restores your tablet to the factory settings.To perform a clean boot, open Settings from the a

FAQ and troubleshooting - 47FAQ AND TROUBLESHOOTINGThis section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your tablet, and giv

48 - FAQ and troubleshootingSystem information and performanceHow do I check the OS version of my device?Tap APPs > Settings > About tablet to c

FAQ and troubleshooting - 49Other sources of helpFor information on: Refer to:Up-to-date information regarding your tabletwww.acer.comService enquirie

Getting started with your tablet - 5Getting to know your tablet12 310456879ViewsNo. Item Description13.5 mm headphone jackConnects to stereo headphone

50 - SpecificationsSPECIFICATIONSPerformance• Intel® Atom™ processor 1.33 GHz processor• System memory:• 1 GB of RAM• 8, 16, or 32 GB of flash memoryG

Specifications - 51Power• DC power-in (5.35 V, 2 A)Connectivity• Bluetooth 4.0• 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN•GPS• GLONASS supportCamera• Front camera• 0.3

52 - SpecificationsDimensionsHeight 215.3 mm (8.48 inches)Width 130.25 mm (5.13 inches)Thickness 8.5 mm (0.33 inches)Weight 340 g (0.75 lbs.)Environme

End user license agreement - 53END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTIMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("AGREEMENT") IS A LEGA

54 - End user license agreementprohibited person, entity, or destination including, without limitation, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan and Syria; or (

End user license agreement - 55NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF WARRANTY OF ACER OR ITS SUPPLIERS OR LICENSORS, AND EVEN

6 - Getting started with your tabletTurning on for the first timeTo turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until you see the Acer logo.

Getting started with your tablet - 7Sign in to or create a Google accountIf you have Internet access, your tablet allows you to synchronize informatio

8 - Charging your tabletCHARGING YOUR TABLETAssembling the power adapterYour tablet is bundled with one of two types of USB power adapters: a fixed-pr

Charging your tablet - 9Connecting powerConnect the power connector to your tablet and plug the AC adapter into any AC outlet.WarningOnly use an Acer-