Acer A200 Specifications

ICONIA TAB A200S E R V I C E G U I D E G U I D E

1-4 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsOthers• Reset holeGreen Requirement• Rohs compliance• WEEE compliance• Halogen free, at least PVC free•

4-5 TroubleshootingLCD Picture FailureIf the LCD picture fails, perform the following:Figure 4:3. LCD Picture FailureStartSwap M/BCheck LCD cableChe

Troubleshooting 4-6Touch Screen FailureIf the touch screen fails, perform the following:Figure 4:4. Touch Screen FailureStartSwap M/BCheck touchscre

4-7 TroubleshootingInternal Speaker FailureIf the internal speakers fail, perform the following:Figure 4:5. Internal Speaker FailureStartSwap M/BChe

Troubleshooting 4-8Internal Microphone FailureIf the internal microphone fails, perform the following:Figure 4:6. Internal Microphone FailureStartCh

4-9 TroubleshootingUSB FailureIf the USB fails, perform the following:Figure 4:7. USB FailureStartSwap M/BCheck the USB/Bto M/B FFCSwap the USB/Bto

Troubleshooting 4-10Front Camera FailureIf the front camera fails, perform the following:Figure 4:8. Front Camera FailureStartSwap M/BCheck the fron

4-11 TroubleshootingWireless Function Test FailureIf the wireless function fails, perform the following:Figure 4:9. Wireless Function Test FailureSt

Troubleshooting 4-12GPS Function Test FailureIf the GPS function fails, perform the following:Figure 4:10. GPS Function Test FailureStartSwap M/BChe

4-13 TroubleshootingOther Functions Failure1. Check the component connection to the mainboard.2. To test for mainboard fault, swap mainboard.

CHAPTER 5Jumper and Connectors LocationJumper and Connector Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2Mainboard Top View . . .

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-5Tablet tourFront ViewFigure 1:1. Front View# Item Description1 Camera A 2-megapixel camera for video cha

Jumper and Connector Locations 5-2Jumper and Connector LocationsMainboard Top ViewFigure 5:1. Mainboard TopTable 5:1. Mainboard Top Jumper and Con

Jumper and Connector Locations 5-3Mainboard Bottom ViewFigure 5:2. Mainboard BottomTable 5:2. Mainboard Bottom Jumper and ConnectorsItem Descript

CHAPTER 6Field Replaceable Unit List FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2Exploded Diagram. . . .

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-2FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) ListThis chapter provides the FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) listing in global configu

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-3Exploded DiagramFigure 6:1. Main Assembly Exploded Diagram321456789151413121110

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-4Table 6:1. Main Assembly Exploded DiagramNo. Description Acer P/N1LCD TOUCH MODULE INCL. CONTROL BOARD and LVDS

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-5FRU ListCATEGORY Description Part No.ADAPTERAdapter PHIHONG 18W 12V/1.5A Black PSA18R-120P(AI)-R LFAP.0180P.002Ad

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-6CASE / COVER / BRACKET ASSEMBLY LOWER CASE ASSY - TITANIUM 60.H8Q02.001LOWER CASE ASSY - RED 60.H8W02.001RIGHT IO

FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) List 6-7Screw ListMISCELLANEOUS2M CAMERA SPONGE 47.H8Q02.001CATEGORY Description Part No.SCREWSSCREW 2.0D 3.0L K 3.6D ZK

CHAPTER 7Model Definition and ConfigurationModel Definition and Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2ICONIA TAB A200 . .

1-6 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsRear ViewFigure 1:2. Rear View# Item Description1 Speakers Emits stereo audio.1 1

7-2 Model Definition and ConfigurationModel Definition and ConfigurationICONIA TAB A200Table 7:1. RO, NS and DescriptionModel Country Part No. RO NS

Model Definition and Configuration 7-3A200 Canada XE.H8WPN.003 PA AACA200 Tablet PA_CA AndroidCA-Tab-1 US- Red 8G N N NA200 USA XE.H8WPN.002 PA AACA20

7-4 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200 West EU-1 XE.H8WEN.005EMEAEMEAA200 Tablet None WW_GEN1 AndroidWEU_Tab_WW EUEU Red 8G N N NA200 West EU-1 XE

Model Definition and Configuration 7-5A200Eastern EuropeXE.H8XEN.006EMEAEMEAA200 Tablet None WW_GEN1 AndroidEE-Tab-2 EUEU Red 16G N N NA200Eastern Eur

7-6 Model Definition and Configuration A200 Japan XE.H8WAN.002 AAP AJCA200 Tablet None WW_GEN1 AndroidJP-Tab-A200 US- Red 8G N N NA200 Japan XE.H8PAN.

Model Definition and Configuration 7-7A200ACLA-SpanishXE.H8QPN.004 A200_16ti NV-TEGRA250 H10.1WXGA w/TPA200ACLA-SpanishXE.H8WPN.001 A200_8r NV-TEGRA25

7-8 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200BelgiumXE.H8QEN.005 A200_16ti NV-TEGRA250 H10.1WXGA w/TPA200BelgiumXE.H8WEN.004 A200_8r NV-TEGRA250 H10.1WXG

Model Definition and Configuration 7-9A200JapanXE.H8WAN.002 A200_8r NV-TEGRA250 H10.1WXGA w/TPA200JapanXE.H8PAN.002 A200_8ti NV-TEGRA250 H10.1WXGA w/T

7-10 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200 USA XE.H8PPN.005 MDDR8GbII eMMC8GB NA200 Canada XE.H8WPN.003 MDDR8GbII eMMC8GB NA200 USA XE.H8WPN.002 MDDR

Model Definition and Configuration 7-11A200 Japan XE.H8QAN.001 MDDR8GbII N eMMC16GBA200Eastern EuropeXE.H8XEN.006 MDDR8GbII N eMMC16GBA200Eastern Euro

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-7Top ViewFigure 1:3. Top View# Icon Item Description1Screen Rotation Lock SwitchUse this switch to lock t

7-12 Model Definition and ConfigurationTable 7:4. Front Camera, Battery and AdapterModel Country Part No. Front Camera Battery AdapterA200 AU/NZ XE.

Model Definition and Configuration 7-13A200 Mexico XE.H8XPN.002Chicony 2M FF AP2031 sensor2CELL3.26 18WA200 USA XE.H8XPN.003Chicony 2M FF AP2031 senso

7-14 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200 France XE.H8QEN.006Chicony 2M FF AP2031 sensor2CELL3.26 18WA200 Middle East XE.H8QEN.004Chicony 2M FF AP20

Model Definition and Configuration 7-15A200 Nordic XE.H8WEN.008Chicony 2M FF AP2031 sensor2CELL3.26 18WA200 Nordic XE.H8PEN.009Chicony 2M FF AP2031 se

7-16 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200ACLA-SpanishXE.H8QPN.004WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 TitaniumA200ACLA-SpanishXE.H8WPN.001WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 RedA200

Model Definition and Configuration 7-17A200 Belgium XE.H8QEN.005WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 TitaniumA200 Belgium XE.H8WEN.004WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 RedA200 Belgi

7-18 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200 Japan XE.H8WAN.002WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 RedA200 Japan XE.H8PAN.002WiFi AZURE AW-NH611 TitaniumA200 Middle Ea

Model Definition and Configuration 7-19A200 Argentina XE.H8PPN.00410.1" WXGA Bar-typeA200 USA XE.H8PPN.00510.1" WXGA Bar-typeA200 Canada XE.

7-20 Model Definition and ConfigurationA200Eastern EuropeXE.H8QEN.00310.1" WXGA Bar-typeA200Eastern EuropeXE.H8QEN.00210.1" WXGA Bar-typeA20

Model Definition and Configuration 7-21A200Eastern EuropeXE.H8WEN.00910.1" WXGA Bar-typeA200Eastern EuropeXE.H8PEN.00810.1" WXGA Bar-typeA20

1-8 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsLeft ViewFigure 1:4. Left View# Icon Item Description1 Power Button• Long press to turn the tablet on.

CHAPTER 8Test Compatible ComponentsTest Compatible Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Android OS Environment Tes

Test Compatible Components 8-2Test Compatible ComponentsThis computer’s compatibility is tested and verified by Acer’s internal testing department. Al

8-3 Test Compatible ComponentsLCD60003316 AUO_H10.1WXGA w/TP_LED LCD AUO 10.1'' WXGA Glare B101EVT03.0 00 LF 400nit 10ms AUO ttl solution+Ca

CHAPTER 9Online Support InformationOnline Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2Introduction . . . . .

9-2 Online Support InformationOnline Support InformationIntroductionThis section describes online technical support services available to help users r

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-9Right ViewFigure 1:5. Right View# Icon Item Description1 AC Adapter Jack Connects to the power adapter.1

1-10 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem Block DiagramFigure 1:6. System Block Diagram10.1’’LVDS panelAP_SMB(3.3V)T20 GEN2 12CRGB(1.8V)VG

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-11Specifications TableComputer specificationsItem Metric ImperialDimensionsLength 260 mm 10.23 inWidth 17

1-12 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem Board Major ChipsItem SpecificationCPUTegra 250 Dual Cortex A9,1GHzUltra Low Power GeForce® GPUG

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-13ProcessorProcessor SpecificationsSystem MemoryNo Graphics ControllerNoBIOSSetupMenuforthisproduct

iTable of ContentsChapter 1. Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsFeatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-14 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsHard Disk Drive InterfaceAudio Codec InterfaceItem SpecificationVendor & Model NameKingston KE44B-2

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-15Audio Amplifier ICLED 10.1”Item SpecificationAmplifier IC ALC105-GRFeature• Single-Ended stereo analo

1-16 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsNo LCD Inverter for this productDisplay Supported Resolution (GPU Supported Resolution)Display Supporte

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-17Wireless Module 802.11b/g/nBluetooth Module BatteryItem SpecificationChipset AW-NH611 SIP (include Broa

1-18 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsVideo InterfaceVRAMUSB PortHDMI PortItem SpecificationChipset N/A (Graphic function is embedded in CPU)

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-19AC AdapterSystem Power ManagementPower SpecificationItem SpecificationTotal output power 18WMaximum inp

1-20 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsMicroSD Card ReaderSystem LED IndicatorSystem DMA Specification (N/A)System Interrupt Specification (N/

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-21System IO Address Map (N/A)IRQ5* IRQ6 IRQ7* IRQ8 IRQ9* IRQ10*IRQ11 IRQ12IRQ13IRQ14IRQ15 NOTE: Default c

1-22 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsSystem IO Address Specification (N/A)065 - 06F 070 - 071 072 - 07F 080 - 08F 090 - 091 092 093 - 09F 0A

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-232A0 - 2A72A8 - 2E72E8 - 2EF 2F0 - 2F7 2F8 - 2FF 300 - 31F 320 - 36F 370 - 377 378 - 37F 380 - 387 388 -

iiChapter 4. TroubleshootingGeneral Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 2Diagnostic UtilitiesDiagnostic Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Introduction . . .

Diagnostic Utilities 2-2Diagnostic UtilitiesIntroductionThe ICONIA TAB A200 has a software tool designed to diagnose problems with its hardware compon

2-3 Diagnostic Utilities5. Run “Install QCJ00.bat”.Figure 2:2. ACTP Folder Directory6. On the device, go to the applications screen and look for the

Diagnostic Utilities 2-4Main MenuThe diagnostic tool tests the Touch Panel, Display, Buttons, Speaker, Microphone, Camera, SD card and Vibrator functi

2-5 Diagnostic Utilities2. Touch Linearity Test (Touch Panel)Draw your finger along the yellow squares. The result is a “Pass” if you fill all the yel

Diagnostic Utilities 2-64. Hardware Keys Test (Keys)Press the volume up, volume down and lock keys to verify if all keys work. A color change to green

2-7 Diagnostic Utilities6. SpeakersLoud tone sounds in the left speaker and then switches to the right speaker.Figure 2:10. Speakers Test7. Front Mi

Diagnostic Utilities 2-88. SD Card (SD Read/Write Test)Insert a microSD card into the device. Start the SD read and write test. The screen shows succe

2-9 Diagnostic UtilitiesUninstallation ProceduresThe diagnostic tool MUST be uninstalled once testing is done. IMPORTANT:DO NOT distribute this tool o

Diagnostic Utilities 2-103. The “Uninstall finished” message appears when the process is complete.Figure 2:16. Uninstall Finished

iiiRevision HistoryPlease refer to the table below for the updates made on this service guide.CopyrightCopyright © 2011 by Acer Incorporated. All righ

CHAPTER 3Service and MaintenanceService and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2Introduction . . . . . .

Service and Maintenance 3-2Service and MaintenanceIntroductionThis chapter contains general information about the tablet, a list of tools needed to pe

3-3 Service and MaintenanceMaintenance FlowchartThe flowchart in Figure3-1 provides a graphic representation of the module removal and installation se

Service and Maintenance 3-4Getting StartedThe flowchart (Figure 3:1, page 3-3) identifies sections illustrating the entire removal and installation se

3-5 Service and MaintenanceSD Card Removal1. Open the SD card cover.Figure 3:3. Opening the SD Card Cover2. Push the SD card to eject it from the sl

Service and Maintenance 3-63. Secure the SD card cover.Figure 3:5. Securing the SD Card Cover

3-7 Service and MaintenanceSD Card Installation1. Open the SD card cover. (Figure 3:3, page 3-5)2. Push the SD card into the slot until it clicks into

Service and Maintenance 3-8Lower Case RemovalPrerequisite: SD Card Removal on page 3-51. Open the SD card cover.Figure 3:7. Opening the SD Card C

3-9 Service and Maintenance3. Starting from the edge shown in Figure 3-8, release the latches from the bezel with your hands.Figure 3:9. Unlocking t

Service and Maintenance 3-105. Release the latches from the bezel with your hands.Figure 3:11. Unlocking the Left IO Cover Latches (4 of 4)6. Insert

ivConventionsThe following conventions are used in this manual:The following typographical conventions are used in this document:• Book titles, direct

3-11 Service and Maintenance7. Release the latches from the bezel with your hands.Figure 3:13. Unlocking the Right IO Cover Latches (2 of 2)8. Remov

Service and Maintenance 3-129. Release the top side of the lower case from the latches of the bezel.Figure 3:15. Releasing the Side Latches (1 of 4)

3-13 Service and Maintenance11. Release the right side of the lower case from the latches of the bezel.Figure 3:17. Releasing the Side Latches (3 of

Service and Maintenance 3-14Lower Case Installation1. Make sure the Lock key on the lower case (A) and the Lock key on the bezel (B) are on the same d

3-15 Service and Maintenance3. Using the plastic pry, slightly push the right side of the lower case to secure the right side of the bezel.Figure 3:21

Service and Maintenance 3-165. Install and secure the screws to the bezel.Figure 3:23. Installing the Lower Case (4 of 4)6. Install and secure the r

3-17 Service and Maintenance7. Install and secure the lower left IO cover to the bezel latches.Figure 3:25. Installing the Left IO Cover (1 of 2)8.

Service and Maintenance 3-189. Close the SD card cover.Figure 3:27. Closing the SD Card CoverTable 3:1. Lower Case ScrewsScrew Name Screw Type Quant

3-19 Service and MaintenanceDC-In Cable RemovalPrerequisite Lower Case Removal on page 3-81. Remove the protective tape covering the DC-In cable.Fi

Service and Maintenance 3-203. Pull to detach the cable with adhesive (C) and the DC-In jack (D) from the slot on the bezel.Figure 3:30. Removing th

vGeneral InformationThis Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the basic configuration for Acer's global product

3-21 Service and MaintenanceDC-In Cable Installation1. Install the DC-In cable jack and the cable adhesive.Figure 3:31. Installing the DC-In Cable (

Service and Maintenance 3-223. Install and secure the protective tape covering the DC-In cable.Figure 3:33. Installing the DC-In Cable (3 of 3)4. In

3-23 Service and MaintenanceBattery RemovalPrerequisite: DC-In Cable Removal on page 3-191. Disconnect the battery cable from the mainboard connect

Service and Maintenance 3-243. Remove the battery.Figure 3:36. Removing the Battery

3-25 Service and MaintenanceBattery Installation1. Install the battery on the bezel.Figure 3:37. Installing the Battery2. Secure the screws to the b

Service and Maintenance 3-263. Connect the battery connector to the mainboard connector, and insert the cables into the gap between the mainboard and

3-27 Service and MaintenanceSpeaker RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Remove the protective tape covering the LVDS cable.Figure 3

Service and Maintenance 3-283. Disconnect the speakers connector from the mainboard connector (A). Figure 3:42. Disconnecting the Speakers and Touch

3-29 Service and MaintenanceSpeaker Installation1. Install the speakers (A) and secure the screws (B, C) on the bezel.Figure 3:44. Installing the Sp

Service and Maintenance 3-303. Connect the touch module cable connector (D).Figure 3:46. Connecting the Cable Connectors4. Connect the Speakers cabl

CHAPTER 1Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsHardware Specifications and Configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Features . . . . .

3-31 Service and Maintenance6. Secure the protective tape covering the LVDS cable.Figure 3:48. Attaching the LVDS Protective Tape7. Install the batt

Service and Maintenance 3-32Touch Panel Control Cable RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Remove the protective tape covering the L

3-33 Service and Maintenance3. Disconnect the touch panel control cable connectors.Figure 3:51. Disconnecting the Touch Panel Control Cable Connecto

Service and Maintenance 3-34Touch Panel Control Cable Installation1. Connect the touch panel control cable connectors.Figure 3:52. Connecting the To

3-35 Service and Maintenance3. Secure the protective tape covering the LVDS cable.Figure 3:54. Attaching the LVDS Protective Tape4. Install the batt

Service and Maintenance 3-36LVDS Cable RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Remove the protective tape covering the LVDS cable.Figur

3-37 Service and Maintenance3. Disconnect the LVDS cable connector from the LCD panel connector. Figure 3:57. Disconnecting the LVDS Cable (2 of 2)

Service and Maintenance 3-38LVDS Cable Installation1. Connect the LVDS cable connector to the LCD panel connector.Figure 3:58. Connecting the LVDS C

3-39 Service and Maintenance3. Secure the protective tape to cover the LVDS cable. Figure 3:60. Attaching the LVDS Cable Protective Tape4. Install t

Service and Maintenance 3-40Microphone RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Disconnect the microphone cable connector from the mainb

1-2 Hardware Specifications and ConfigurationsHardware Specifications and ConfigurationsFeaturesThe following is a summary of the computer’s many feat

3-41 Service and MaintenanceMicrophone Installation1. Install the microphone to the microphone slot of the bezel.Figure 3:63. Installing the Microph

Service and Maintenance 3-42WLAN Antenna RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Disconnect the WLAN antenna connector from the mainboa

3-43 Service and Maintenance3. Remove the WLAN antenna.Figure 3:67. Removing the WLAN Antenna

Service and Maintenance 3-44WLAN Antenna Installation1. Align the WLAN antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel.Figure 3:68. Installing the WLAN Ant

3-45 Service and Maintenance3. Connect the WLAN antenna connector to the mainboard connector.Figure 3:70. Installing the WLAN Antenna (3 of 3)4. Ins

Service and Maintenance 3-46GPS Antenna RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Disconnect the GPS antenna connector from the mainboard

3-47 Service and Maintenance3. Remove the metallic tape securing the GPS antenna to the mainboard.Figure 3:73. Removing the Antenna Metallic Tape4.

Service and Maintenance 3-48GPS Antenna Installation1. Align the GPS antenna to the antenna slot on the bezel.Figure 3:75. Installing the GPS Antenn

3-49 Service and Maintenance3. Attach the adhesive tape to secure the GPS antenna cable to the mainboard.Figure 3:77. Installing the GPS Antenna (3

Service and Maintenance 3-50Mainboard RemovalPrerequisite: Battery Removal on page 3-231. Disconnect the following cables from the mainboard connec

Hardware Specifications and Configurations 1-3ConnectivityWi-Fi• IEEE 802.11 b/g/nBluetooth• Bluetooth® 2.1+EDRUSB• Micro USB 2.0 Type B for Client• U

3-51 Service and Maintenance2. Disconnect the GPS antenna cable (F). (Figure 3:79, page 3-50)a. If the GPS antenna needs replacement, perform the proc

Service and Maintenance 3-523. Remove the screws securing the mainboard from the bezel.Figure 3:82. Removing the Mainboard Screws4. Slowly lift the

3-53 Service and MaintenanceMainboard Installation1. Connect the camera cable connector to the mainboard connector.Figure 3:84. Disconnecting the Ca

Service and Maintenance 3-543. Connect the following cables:• LVDS cable connector (A)• Speaker cable connector (B)• Touch panel control cable connect

3-55 Service and MaintenanceFront Camera RemovalPrerequisite: Mainboard Removal on page 3-501. Remove the camera from the camera slot on the bezel.

Service and Maintenance 3-56Front Camera Installation1. Connect the camera cable connector to the mainboard connector.Figure 3:88. Connecting the Ca

CHAPTER 4TroubleshootingTroubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2General Information . .

Troubleshooting 4-2TroubleshootingThis chapter contains information about troubleshooting common problems associated with the tablet.General Informati

4-3 TroubleshootingPower On IssuesIf the system does not power on, perform the following:Figure 4:1. Power On IssuesStartSwap M/BSwap AC cable / BAT

Troubleshooting 4-4No Display IssuesIf the system does not display, perform the following:Figure 4:2. No Display IssuesStartSwap M/BGo to no powerTr