Asus ME400CC1BK User manual

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Tablet PC

User Manual

TF810C

ASUS Tablet PC User Manual

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E7493

October 2012

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Table of Contents

About this manual ...................................................................................5

Conventions used in this manual .............................................................................. 6

Typography .......................................................................................................................6

Package contents .....................................................................................7

Safety precautions ...................................................................................8

Using your Tablet PC ......................................................................................................8

Caring for your Tablet PC ..............................................................................................9

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your Tablet PC ........................................................... 12

Front view ........................................................................................................................12

Rear view .........................................................................................................................14

Chapter 2: Using your Tablet PC

Setting up your Tablet PC ..................................................................... 18

Charging your Tablet PC .............................................................................................18

Turning your Tablet PC on ..........................................................................................19

Using gestures on the Tablet PC .......................................................... 20

Gestures .........................................................................................................................20

Connecting an HDMI-compliant display ..............................................................22

Using the USB dongle ..................................................................................................23

Using the stylus pen .....................................................................................................23

Using the mobile dock .......................................................................... 24

Getting to know your mobile dock .........................................................................24

Docking your Tablet PC ...............................................................................................27

Charging your Tablet PC on the mobile dock .....................................................28

Using the Touchpad .....................................................................................................29

Function keys ..................................................................................................................31

Windows® 8 keys ............................................................................................................32

Undocking your Tablet PC ..........................................................................................33

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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

Starting up for the rst time ................................................................ 36

Windows

®

8 lock screen......................................................................... 36

Windows

®

UI ........................................................................................... 37

Start screen ......................................................................................................................37

Windows® apps ..............................................................................................................37

Working with Windows

®

apps............................................................... 38

Customizing apps..........................................................................................................38

Accessing all apps .........................................................................................................38

Charms bar ............................................................................................ 39

Launching the Charms bar ........................................................................................39

Inside the Charms bar ..................................................................................................40

Snap feature .......................................................................................... 41

Using Snap .......................................................................................................................41

Connecting to the Internet ................................................................... 43

Enabling Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................43

Airplane mode ....................................................................................... 43

Turning the Airplane mode on or o .....................................................................43

Internet Explorer 10 .............................................................................. 44

Using IE10.........................................................................................................................44

Remove everything and reinstall Windows ........................................ 46

Turning your Tablet PC o .................................................................... 47

Putting your Tablet PC to sleep ................................................................................47

Chapter 4: ASUS apps

Featured ASUS apps ............................................................................. 50

My Library ........................................................................................................................50

MyDictionary ..................................................................................................................54

ASUS WebStorage .........................................................................................................55

ASUS @vibe......................................................................................................................67

SuperNote ........................................................................................................................69

Appendices ............................................................................................ 73

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About this manual

This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of

your Tablet PC, organized through the following chapters:

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

This chapter details the hardware components of your Tablet PC.

Chapter 2: Using your Tablet PC

This chapter shows you how to use the dierent parts of your Tablet PC.

Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Tablet PC.

Chapter 4: ASUS Apps

This chapter features the ASUS applications included with your Tablet PC.

Appendices

This section includes notices and safety statements for your Tablet PC.

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Conventions used in this manual

To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:

IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to

complete a task.

NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help

complete tasks.

WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to

keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Tablet PC's data

and components.

Typography

Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.

Bold + Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.

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Package contents

NOTES:

• Contact your retailer if any of these items are damaged or missing.

• Contents may vary per country or region.

Tablet PC Power adapter

USB Dock cable Technical documentations and

warranty card

USB Dongle Sleeve

Stylus pen Cleaning cloth

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Safety precautions

Using your Tablet PC

This Tablet PC should only be used in environments with

ambient temperatures between 0°C (32°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Refer to the rating label of the Tablet PC on the user manual

and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.

Do not leave the Tablet PC connected to the power supply

once it is fully charged. The Tablet PC is not designed to be left

connected to the power supply for extended periods of time.

Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other

peripherals.

While powered ON, ensure that you do not carry or cover your

Tablet PC with any materials that can reduce air circulation.

Do not place your Tablet PC on uneven or unstable work

surfaces.

You can send your Tablet PC through x-ray machines (used on

items placed on conveyor belts), but do not expose them from

magnetic detectors and wands.

Contact your airline provider to learn about related inight

services that can be used and restrictions that must be

followed when using your Tablet PC in-ight.

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Caring for your Tablet PC

Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack

(if applicable) before cleaning your Tablet PC. Use a clean

cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of

nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water. Remove

any extra moisture from your Tablet PC using a dry cloth.

Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other

chemicals on or near your Tablet PC.

Do not place objects on top of your Tablet PC.

Do not expose your Tablet PC to strong magnetic or electrical

elds.

Do not use or expose your Tablet PC near liquids, rain, or

moisture.

Do not expose your Tablet PC to dusty environments.

Do not use your Tablet PC near gas leaks.

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Chapter 1:

Hardware Setup

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

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Getting to know your Tablet PC

Ambient light sensor

The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in your

environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness

of the display depending on the ambient light condition.

Front camera

This built-in 2-megapixel camera allows you to take pictures or record

videos using your Tablet PC.

Camera indicator

The camera indicator lights up when either of the built-in cameras is in

use.

Touch screen panel

The touch screen panel allows you to operate your Tablet PC using touch

gestures or the bundled stylus pen.

Front view

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Windows® 8 touch button

Touch this button to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the

Start screen, touch this button to go back to the last app you opened.

Dock port

Use the dock port to charge the battery pack or supply power to your

Tablet PC. This port also allows you to connect the bundled USB dongle

for USB 2.0 connectivity.

If you purchased an optional mobile dock, you can connect it to the dock

port to support keyboard, touchpad, and USB 2.0 port functions.

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Rear view

Micro HDMI port

This port is for a micro HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface)

connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray and other protected

content playback.

Volume button

Press this button to increase or decrease the volume.

Audio speakers

Your Tablet PC is equipped with a built-in high quality stereo speakers.

Microphone

The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice

narrations or simple audio recording.

Built-in Near Field Communication (NFC) tag

The built-in NFC tag allows you to conveniently share contacts, pictures,

videos, business cards, and other les. To use the NFC tag, put your Tablet

PC’s NFC tag near another NFC-enabled device.

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Rear camera

This built-in 8-megapixel camera allows you take high-denition pictures

or record high denition videos using your Tablet PC.

Power button

Press the power button to turn your Tablet PC on, put it to sleep or

hibernate and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode.

Press and hold the power button for about eight (8) seconds to force shut

down your Tablet PC when it becomes unresponsive.

Battery charge indicator

This two-color LED, located on the power button, provides the

following visual indications of the battery’s charge status:

Color Status

White Fully charged.

Orange Charging mode.

Dim The AC adapter is not plugged to the Tablet PC.

Manual reset hole

If the system becomes unresponsive, insert a straightened paper clip into

the hole to force-restart your Tablet PC.

WARNING! Forcing the system to restart may result to data loss. We strongly

recommend that you back up your data regularly.

Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port

This port allows you to connect the Tablet PC’s audio-out signal to

amplied speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect

your Tablet PC to an external microphone.

MicroSD card slot

The Tablet PC comes with an additional built-in memory card reader slot

that supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC card formats.

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Camera LED ash

Use the LED ash when taking pictures or recording videos in a low-light

environment.

You can set the LED ash to any of these settings:

Setting Description

AUTO The system automatically uses the LED ash when taking

pictures depending on the lighting condition.

ON The system uses the LED ash constantly when taking

pictures in any lighting condition.

TORCH The system uses the LED ash as a constant lighting xture or

torch when taking photos or recording videos.

OFF The system disables the LED ash.

Mobile dock latch

Move the latch down to detach your Tablet PC from the mobile dock.

Hinge holes

Align and insert the latch hooks into these holes to securely attach the

Tablet PC to the dock.

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Chapter 2:

Using your Tablet PC

Chapter 2: Using your Tablet PC

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Setting up your Tablet PC

Charging your Tablet PC

IMPORTANT!

• Use only the bundled power adapter and the USB Dock cable to charge your

Tablet PC. Using a dierent power adapter may damage your Tablet PC.

• Ensure that the 36-pin connector is fully inserted into your Tablet PC.

• Ensure that you plug the power adapter to the correct socket outlet with the

correct input rating. The output voltage of this adapter is DC5V, 2A.

• When using your Tablet PC on power adapter mode, the grounded socket outlet

must be near to the unit and easily accessible.

• Charge the Tablet PC for eight (8) hours before using it in battery mode for the

rst time.

To charge your Tablet PC:

Connect the USB Dock cable to the power adapter.

Plug the 36-pin connector into your Tablet PC.

Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet.

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Turning your Tablet PC on

To turn your Tablet PC on:

Press the power button.

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Using gestures on the Tablet PC

The gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Tablet

PC. The functions can be activated by using the hand gestures to your Tablet PC’s

display panel.

Gestures

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