Lenovo IdeaTab Lynx User guide

Brand: Lenovo

Model: IdeaTab Lynx

Category: Tablets

Type: User guide

This manual is also suitable for

IdeaTab K3011W

Notes

Before using the product, be sure to read Important Safety and Handling Information first.

Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows

8. If you are using another Windows operating system, some

operations may be slightly different. If you are using another operating system, some operations may not apply to you.

The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer or your

computer may include features that are not described in this user guide.

The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product.

Regulatory Notice

The Regulatory Notice provides information about the radio frequency and safety standards. Be sure to read it before using wireless

devices on your computer.

To refer to it, go to

http://support.lenovo.com/

http://support.lenovo.com/ and click Guides & Manuals.

Lenovo IdeaTab K3011W

User Guide v1.0

Read the safety notices and important tips in the

included manuals before using your computer.

First Edition (July 2012)
© Copyright Lenovo 2012.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use,
reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
 
Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Tablet front view
Tablet front view
Tablet left-side view
Tablet left-side view
Tablet right-side view
Tablet right-side view
Tablet top view
Tablet top view
Tablet bottom view
Tablet bottom view
Dock front view
Dock front view
Dock right-side view
Dock right-side view
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8
Configuring the operating system for the first time
Configuring the operating system for the first time
Operating system interfaces
Operating system interfaces
The Charms
The Charms
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down
Touch screen operation
Touch screen operation
Connecting to wireless LAN
Connecting to wireless LAN
Recovery system
Recovery system
Help and support
Help and support
Chapter 3. Battery management
Battery charging policy
Battery charging policy
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Trademarks
 
CHAPTER 1 

1 Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication and taking photos.

2 Wireless LAN antennas Connect to the wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio.

3 Multi-touch screen Functions as both the visual display as well as one of the two primary input methods.

Note: For details, see “Touch screen operation”.

4 Windows button Press this button to:

Toggle between the current view and the Start screen.

-or-

Wake up the computer from sleep mode.

Getting to know your computer

Tablet front view

Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.

Tablet left-side view

1 Screen rotation lock button Keeps the screen locked in portrait or landscape orientation.

2 Volume button Increases/Decreases volume level.

3 Speaker Provides audio output.

1 Speaker Provides audio output.

2 Micro HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI inputs such as a TV or an external display.

3 Combo audio jack Connects to headsets.

Tablet right-side view

Notes:

The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.

The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards.

Tablet top view

1 Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.

2 Power status indicator (on tablet)

3 Micro SD card slot Insert a micro SD card (not supplied) here.

Note: For details, see “Using a micro Secure Digital (SD) card (not supplied)”.

4 Built-in microphone Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio

recording.

Symbol Indicator status Meaning

On (solid white) The tablet is connected to the AC adapter and is fully charged.

On (solid amber) The tablet is charging.

Blinking (white and amber

alternately)

The tablet is connected to the AC adapter, but the charging

process has been paused. There may be a problem with the

battery or battery connection.

Off The tablet is disconnected from the AC adapter.

Using a micro Secure Digital (SD) card (not supplied)

Your computer supports micro Secure Digital (SD) cards.

Notes:

Insert only one card in the slot at a time.

This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).

A micro SD prying pin was provided with your computer. It was designed to assist with removing the micro SD card. If you don't have this

tool, you may be able to use the end of a small paper clip instead.

Inserting a micro SD card

To insert a micro SD card:

1 Turn off the tablet, and then disconnect the AC adapter and any cable(s) from the tablet.

2 Open the slot cover.

3 Insert the micro SD card until it clicks into place.

4 Close the slot cover.

Note: Do not insert or remove the micro SD card while the computer is turned on. Doing so may damage the micro SD card reader.

Removing a micro SD card

To remove a micro SD card:

1 Turn off the tablet, and then disconnect the AC adapter and any cable(s) from the tablet.

2 Open the slot cover.

3 Use the provided micro SD prying pin to push the micro SD card in until you hear a click. When you release the pressure, the spring-loaded micro

SD card will pop out of the slot slightly.

4 Use the micro SD prying pin to pull out the micro SD card.

5 Close the slot cover.

Note: Before removing the micro SD card, disable it by using the Windows safely remove hardware and eject media utility to avoid data corruption.

Tablet bottom view

1 Tablet-docking latch Connects the tablet to the dock and keeps the tablet secured in place.

Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and dock”.

2 Multi-function connector Connects to the AC power adapter, the USB cable or the dock.

1 Tablet-docking latch Attaches the tablet to the dock keeping the tablet secured in place.

Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and dock”.

2 Tablet connector Connects the tablet to the dock.

Dock Front view

Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and dock”.

3 Tablet release button (spring loaded) Press and hold the spring-loaded button to release the tablet and detach it from the dock.

Note: For details, see “Detaching the tablet”.

4 Keypad The keypad functions as a conventional keyboard.

5 Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.

Touchpad: To move the pointer on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the

direction in which you want the pointer to move.

Touchpad buttons: The functions of the left/right side correspond to that of the left/right

mouse button on a conventional mouse.

Keyboard function keys

You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate function keys.

Mutes/unmutes the sound.

Toggles the display between the computer

and an external device.

Decreases the volume level. Decreases display brightness.

Increases the volume level. Increases display brightness.

Closes the currently active window. Displays the Settings charm.

Refreshes the desktop or the currently

active window.

Displays the Search charm.

Turns on/off the backlight of the LCD

screen.

Displays all currently active apps.

Enables/disables wireless function. Displays all apps with the Search charm.

Frequently used Windows Hotkey

To use the Windows hotkey function, press and hold Windows key 1 ; then press one of the hotkeys.

Windows key

Toggles between displaying the Start screen and the most recently opened app. (If there are

no currently open apps, it will alternate between the Start screen and the desktop.)

Windows key + Fn + F1 Opens Windows Help and Support.

Windows key + C Opens the Charms.

Windows key + D Displays the desktop.

Windows key + E Opens Windows Explorer.

Windows key + F

Opens Files within the Search charm. (press Windows key + F + Ctrl to find computers on a

network)

Windows key + G Cycles through desktop gadgets.

Windows key + H Displays the Share charm.

Windows key + I Displays the Settings charm.

Windows key + J Switches back to the most recently used open app.

Windows key + K Displays the Devices charm.

Windows key + O Toggles between locking and unlocking the screen orientation.

Windows key + Q Displays the Search charm.

Windows key + T

Switches from the currently active window to the desktop taskbar and cycles through open

desktop apps (if there are two or more open).

Windows key + V Cycles through notifications. (press Windows key + V + Shift to go backward)

Windows key + W Opens Settings within the Search charm.

Windows key + Z Opens the app bar.

Windows key + , (comma) Peeks at the desktop.

1 USB port Connects to USB devices.

Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices”.

2 AC power adapter jack Connects to the AC power adapter.

3 Power status indicator (on dock)

Windows key + . (period)

Docks a currently open Windows store app on the right side of the screen. (press Windows

key + . (period) + Shift to dock to the left)

Windows key + Enter

Opens Narrator (press Windows key + Enter + Alt to open Windows Media Center - if

installed)

Windows key + Spacebar Switches the input language and the keyboard layout.

Windows key + Tab Cycles through the Windows store app history.

Windows key + Esc Exits the Magnifier.

Windows key + PgUp Hides/restores any inactive desktop windows.

Windows key + PgDn Moves the Start screen to its rightmost position along the horizontal scrollbar.

Windows key + ! / "

Snaps the currently active desktop window to a position filling half of the desktop on either the

left side or the right side of the screen.

Windows key + # / $

Maximizes/minimizes the currently active desktop window. (press Windows key + ! / " + Shift

to keep the width of the currently active window while maximizing/minimizing.)

Dock right-side view

Indicator Indicator status Meaning

Power

On (solid white) The dock is connected to the AC adapter and is fully charged.

On (solid amber) The dock is charging.

Blinking (white and amber

alternately)

The dock is connected to the AC adapter, but the charging

process has been paused. There may be a problem with the

battery or battery connection.

Blinking (amber) The battery’s charge is less than 10%.

Off The dock is disconnected from the AC adapter.

Connecting USB devices

The dock comes with two USB ports compatible with USB devices.

The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been

installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.

Note: Typically, Windows detects a new device after connecting it, and then installs the driver automatically. However, some devices may require

you to install the driver before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer before connecting the device.

Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has finished transferring data to or from that device. Click the Safely Remove

Hardware icon in the notification area of Windows to remove the device before disconnecting.

Note: If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be

recognized.

Combination of tablet and dock

Lenovo IdeaTab K3011W is not only a tablet. It can also be combined with a dock to be used together as a notebook computer.

Tablet Mode

Notebook Mode

Attaching the tablet

To connect the tablet to the dock, insert it into the tablet slot in the direction shown by arrow 1 until it clicks into place.

Detaching the tablet

To remove the tablet from the dock, press and hold the spring-loaded tablet relase button 1 , while carefully lifting the tablet in the direction shown by

the arrow 2 .

Note: Be careful not to damage the connector when attaching or detaching the tablet.

Screen orientation

You can rotate the display panel to your preferred orientation.

The orientation of the display automatically changes (alternating between portrait and landscape modes) depending upon how you hold the tablet.

To prevent automatic orientation, press the screen rotation lock button. It is located on the left edge of the tablet. (See below illustration).

CHAPTER 2

Starting to use Windows 8

Start screen Desktop

Configuring the operating system for the first time

You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below:

Accepting the end user license agreement

Configuring the Internet connection

Registering the operating system

Creating a user account

Operating system interfaces

Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the Windows desktop. To switch from the Start screen to the Windows desktop,

do one of the following:

Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start screen.

Press the Windows button. (Tablet mode only)

Press the Windows key + D. (Notebook mode only)

To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:

Select Start from the Charms.

Move the pointer to the lower-left corner and then select the Start screen thumbnail when it is displayed.

The Charms

The five Charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks, and are always available regardless of which app you are currently in.

To display the Charms, do one of the following:

Move the pointer to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the Charms bar is displayed.

Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the Charms bar is displayed.

Press Windows key + C. (Notebook mode only)

Search charm

The Search charm is a powerful new way to find whatever you are looking for, including apps, settings and files.

Share charm

The Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and social networks without leaving the app you are in.

Start charm

The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen.

Devices charm

The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to any external devices, such as digital cameras, TVs, or printers.

Settings charm

The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel

through the Settings charm when using the desktop screen.

Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down

When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.

Putting your computer to sleep

If you will be away from your computer for a short time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to

resume use, bypassing the startup process.

To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following:

Close the display panel. (Notebook mode only)

Press the power button.

Open the Charms and then select Settings # Power # Sleep.

To wake the computer, do one of the following:

Press the power button.

Press the Windows button. (Tablet mode only)

Shutting down the computer

If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down. To shut down your computer:

1 Open the Charms, and then select Settings .

2 Select Power # Shutdown.

3 Insert the micro SD card until it clicks into place.

4 Close the slot cover.

Touch screen operation

The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or (when docked) like a traditional notebook computer, using the

keyboard and touchpad.

Multi-touch gestures

You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to perform a variety of tasks.

Frequently used gestures Tasks performed

Tap

Tap once on an item

Performs an action, such as starting an app, opening a link,

or performing a command. Similar to left-clicking with a

mouse.

Press and hold

Press your finger down and leave it there for a moment.

Allows you to see detailed information before selecting an

action. Can also open a menu with more options. Similar to

rightclicking with a mouse.

Pinch

Move two fingers together or apart while touching the screen.

Zooms in and out on visual apps, such as pictures and

maps. Can also jump to the beginning or end of a list.

Rotate

Place two or more fingers on an item and then turn your hand.

Turns an object. (Note: Not all items can be rotated,

depending upon the app.)

Slide

Drag your finger across the screen.

Pans or scrolls through lists and pages. Can also move an

object or be used to draw or write, depending upon app.

Similar to pressing and holding to pan and to scrolling with a

mouse.

Swipe

Start from any edge of the screen, then swipe inwards toward the center.

Swiping down from the top edge or up from the bottom edge

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