Asus ‏‏ZT581KL Verizon Wireless User manual

Category
Smartphones
Type
User manual
Meet your
tablet.
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E11266
June 2016
First Edition
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Contents
Conventions used ................................................................................................................................. 6
Care and safety
....................................................................................................................................... 6
1 Get your Zen ready!
Parts and features .........................................................................................................8
Installing a memory card
.................................................................................................................... 9
Installing a micro SIM card
...............................................................................................................11
Charging your ASUS Tablet
..............................................................................................................13
Turning your ASUS Tablet on or o
............................................................................................... 15
Basics
........................................................................................................................................................16
Starting for the rst time
..................................................................................................................17
Using the touchscreen.......................................................................................................................19
2 Theres no place like Home
Zen Home features .....................................................................................................22
Home screen
.........................................................................................................................................22
Personalizing your Home screen
............................................................................... 24
App shortcuts and widgets..............................................................................................................24
Wallpapers
.............................................................................................................................................25
Quick settings
.......................................................................................................................................27
Setting up the date and time
..........................................................................................................28
Setting up your ringtone and alert sounds................................................................................28
System notications
...........................................................................................................................29
Weather and time
.......................................................................................................30
Weather
................................................................................................................................................... 30
Clock
.........................................................................................................................................................32
World Clock
............................................................................................................................................32
Alarm clock
............................................................................................................................................33
Stopwatch
..............................................................................................................................................33
Timer
........................................................................................................................................................34
Lock Screen
.................................................................................................................35
Customizing your lock screen
......................................................................................................... 35
Customizing the quick access buttons
........................................................................................36
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3 Keeping in touch
Managing contacts .....................................................................................................40
Launching the Contacts app
...........................................................................................................40
Contacts Settings
................................................................................................................................40
Setting up your prole
......................................................................................................................40
Adding contacts
...................................................................................................................................41
Setting up your VIPs
...........................................................................................................................43
Marking your favorite contacts
......................................................................................................46
Importing and exporting contacts
...............................................................................................47
Social networking with your contacts
.........................................................................................48
Linking your contacts’ info
...............................................................................................................49
4 Your precious moments
Capture moments .......................................................................................................50
Launching the Camera app
.............................................................................................................50
Advanced camera features
..............................................................................................................54
Using the Gallery
........................................................................................................60
Viewing les from your social network or cloud storage
...................................................... 60
Viewing the photo location
.............................................................................................................61
Sharing les from the Gallery
..........................................................................................................62
Deleting les from the Gallery
........................................................................................................ 62
Editing images
...................................................................................................................................... 62
5 Work hard, play harder
Browser ........................................................................................................................63
Launching the Chrome app
.............................................................................................................63
Adding a new tab
................................................................................................................................63
Bookmarking pages
...........................................................................................................................63
Clearing the browser cache
.............................................................................................................64
Email
............................................................................................................................64
Setting up email accounts................................................................................................................64
Adding email accounts
......................................................................................................................65
Setting up a Gmail account
.............................................................................................................65
Calendar
......................................................................................................................66
Creating events
....................................................................................................................................66
Adding accounts to Calendar
.........................................................................................................66
Creating an event from your account
..........................................................................................67
Enabling alert reminders for events
.............................................................................................67
Do It Later
.................................................................................................................... 68
Adding to-do tasks
.............................................................................................................................68
Prioritizing to-do tasks
......................................................................................................................68
Catching up on my online reading now
.....................................................................................69
Deleting to-do tasks
...........................................................................................................................69
File Manager................................................................................................................70
Accessing the internal storage
.......................................................................................................70
Accessing the external storage device
........................................................................................70
Accessing Cloud Storage
..................................................................................................................70
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6 Staying connected
Wi-Fi .............................................................................................................................71
Enabling Wi-Fi
.......................................................................................................................................71
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
.......................................................................................................71
Disabling Wi-Fi
...................................................................................................................................... 72
Bluetooth®
................................................................................................................... 72
Enabling Bluetooth®
........................................................................................................................... 72
Pairing your ASUS Tablet to a Bluetooth® device
.....................................................................73
Unpairing your ASUS Tablet from the Bluetooth® device
..................................................... 73
Mobile Hotspot and Tethering
...................................................................................74
USB Tethering
.......................................................................................................................................74
Mobile Hotspot
....................................................................................................................................75
Bluetooth Tethering
............................................................................................................................76
PlayTo
...........................................................................................................................77
Launching PlayTo.................................................................................................................................77
7 Zen Everywhere
Special Zen Tools .........................................................................................................78
Calculator
...............................................................................................................................................78
Quick Memo
..........................................................................................................................................79
Power Saver
...........................................................................................................................................80
8 Maintain your Zen
Keeping your device up-to-date ................................................................................81
Updating your system
.......................................................................................................................81
Storage
....................................................................................................................................................81
Backup and reset
.................................................................................................................................81
Securing your ASUS Tablet
............................................................................................................... 82
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Conventions used
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.
CAUTION! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while
performing tasks and prevent damage to your ASUS Tablet data and components.
Care and safety
Guidelines
Road safety comes rst. We strongly recommend not to use your device when
driving or operating any type of vehicle.
This device should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 0°C (32°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Turn o your device in restricted areas where the use of mobile devices is prohibited.
Always obey rules and regulations when in restricted areas, such as, in aircraft, movie
theater, in hospitals or near medical equipment, near gas or fuel, construction sites,
blasting sites and other areas.
Use only AC adapters and cables approved by ASUS for use with this device. Refer to
the rating label on the bottom of your device and ensure that your power adapter
complies with this rating.
Do not use damaged power cables, accessories, and other peripherals with your
device.
Keep your device dry. Do not use or expose your device near liquids, rain, or
moisture.
You can put your device through x-ray machines (such as those used in conveyor
belts for airport security), but do not expose the device to magnetic detectors and
wands.
The device screen is made of glass. If the glass gets broken, stop using the device
and do not touch the broken glass parts. Immediately send device for repair to
ASUS-qualied service personnel.
Do not listen at high volume levels for long periods to prevent possible hearing
damage.
Disconnect the AC power before cleaning your device. Use only a clean cellulose
sponge or chamois cloth when cleaning your device screen.
Send device for repair to ASUS-qualied service personnel only.
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Proper disposal
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
Do not throw your device in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled
bin indicates that the product (electr
ical, electronic equipment and mercury-
containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled
bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
DO NOT throw the device in re. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT
disassemble the device.
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1
Get your Zen ready!
Parts and features
Take a hold of your device and have it up and running in a jiy.
IMPORTANT! Keep the device, particularly the touch screen, dry all the time. Water or other liquids can
cause the touch screen to malfunction.
1 Get your Zen ready!
NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
Speaker
Front camera
Ambient light sensor
SIM/microSD
card slot
Rear camera
Volume
Power button
Speaker/Headset port
Microphone USB Type-C port
Speaker
Touchscreen panel
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Installing a memory card
Your ASUS Tablet supports a microSD™, microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ memory card with up to
128 GB of capacity.
NOTE:
• SomememorycardsmaynotbecompatiblewithyourASUSTablet.Ensurethatyouuseonly
compatible memory cards to prevent loss of data, damage to your device, or memory card, or both.
• ThemicroSDcardissoldseparately.
CAUTION! Be extra careful when handling a memory card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or
damage incurred to your memory card.
To install a memory card:
1. With the tablet facing up, open the SIM/microSD card slot cover.
CAUTION!
• Becarefulnottodamagethecardslotcoverorinjureyourngernailswhenyouremovethecover.
• Donotforciblyremove,shear,ordistortthecardslotcover.
2. Insert the microSD card into the slot (as shown) with the gold contacts facing down.
3. Close the card slot cover.
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Removing a memory card
CAUTION!
• Beextracarefulwhenhandlingamemorycard.ASUSisnotresponsibleforanydatalossordamage
incurred to your memory card.
• Ejectthememorycardproperlytosafelyremoveitfromdevice.Toejectthememorycard,goto
Home > > Settings > Storage > .
To remove a memory card:
1.
With the tablet facing up, open the SIM/microSD card slot cover.
CAUTION!
• Be
carefulnottodamagethecardslotcoverorinjureyourngernailswhenyouremovethecover.
• Do
notforciblyremove,shear,ordistortthecardslotcover.
2. Press the memory card to eject, then pull it out.
3.
Close the card slot cover.
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Installing a micro SIM card
Your tablet already has a SIM card installed. Your micro SIM card slot supports LTE, WCDMA and
EDGE/GSM bands.
NOTE:
To prevent connector damage, ensure to use a standard micro SIM card without a SIM
adapter or the use of a cutter.
CAUTION! Be extra careful when handling a micro SIM card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or
damage incurred to your micro SIM card.
To install a micro SIM card:
1. With the tablet facing up, open the SIM/microSD card slot cover.
CAUTION!
• Becarefulnottodamagethecardslotcoverorinjureyourngernailswhenyouremovethecover.
• Donotforciblyremove,shear,ordistortthecardslotcover.
2. Insert the micro SIM card into the slot (as shown) with the gold contacts facing down.
3. Close the card slot cover.
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Removing a micro SIM card
CAUTION! Be extra careful when handling a micro SIM card. ASUS is not responsible for any data loss or
damage incurred to your
micro SIM
card.
To remove a micro SIM card:
th the tablet facing up, open the SIM/microSD card slot cover.. Wi
CAUTION!
notto Becareful
Donotforciblyre
damagethebackcoverorinjureyourngernailswheny
ouremovethecover.
move,shear,ordistortthebackcover.
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2. Press the Micro SIM card to eject, then pull it out.
3.
Close the card slot cover.
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Charging your ASUS Tablet
Your ASUS Tablet comes partially charged but you must charge it fully before using it for the rst
time. Read the following important notices and cautions before charging your device.
IMPORTANT!
• UseonlythebundledACpoweradapterandcabletochargeyourASUSTablet.UsingadierentAC
power adapter and cable may damage your device.
• PeelotheprotectivelmontheACpoweradapterandcablebeforeusingitwithyourdevice.
• EnsuretoplugtheACpoweradaptertoacompatiblepoweroutlet.YoucanplugtheACpower
adapter to any compatible 100~240 V outlet.
• TheoutputvoltageoftheACpoweradapterforthisdeviceisDC5V,2A.
• WhenusingyourASUSTabletwhileplugged-intoapoweroutlet,thepoweroutletmustbenear
your device and easily accessible.
• DonotuseorexposeyourASUSTabletnearliquids,rain,ormoisture.
• DonotuseyourASUSTabletnearheatingequipmentorinplaceswherethereislikelihoodofhigh
temperature.
• KeepyourASUSTabletawayfromsharpobjects.
• DonotplaceobjectsontopofyourASUSTablet.
CAUTION!
• Whilecharging,yourASUSTabletcanbecomewarm.Thisisnormal,however,ifyourdevicebecomes
unusually hot, disconnect the cable from your device and send the device, including the AC power
adapter and cable to an ASUS-qualied service personnel.
• TopreventanydamagetoyourASUSTablet,ACadapter,orcable.Ensurethatthecable,ACadapter,
and your device are connected properly before charging.
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To charge your ASUS Tablet:
1. Connect the USB Type-C cable to the power adapter.
2. Plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet.
3. Plug the USB Type-C connector into your ASUS Tablet.
IMPORTANT!
• ChargeyourASUSTabletforeight(8)hoursbeforeusingitinbatterymodeforthersttime.
• Thestatusofbatterychargeisindicatedbythefollowingicons:
Low Not Charging Charging Full
4. When fully-charged, disconnect the USB cable from your ASUS Tablet rst before unplugging
the AC power adapter from the power outlet.
NOTE:
• Youcanuseyourdevicewhilechargingbutitmaytakelongertofullychargethedevice.
• ChargingyourdeviceviaUSBportofacomputermaytakelongertofullychargethedevice.
• IfyourcomputerdoesnotprovideenoughpowerforchargingviaUSBport,chargeyourASUSTablet
using the AC power adapter plugged to a power outlet instead.
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Turning your ASUS Tablet on or o
Power on your device
To turn your tablet on, press and hold the Power button.
Power o your device
To turn your tablet o, press and hold the Power button. Then tap Power o > OK.
Suspend your device
To put your device in sleep mode:
a. Press the Power button to suspend your device.
b. You can also double-tap the blank screen from your device’s home page to suspend the device.
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Basics
Explore the intuitive simplicity of ASUS ZenUI!
ASUS ZenUI is a charming and intuitive interface exclusively for ASUS Tablets. It provides you with
special apps, which are integrated in or with other apps, to t your unique individual needs and
make your life easier while letting you have fun with your ASUS Tablet.
Camera
ASUS PixelMaster technology camera captures those precious moments in vivid and
high-quality photos and videos.
Do It Later
Get hold and act on your important emails, interesting websites, or other important
tasks when it is more convenient for you to do so.
NOTE: Availability of ASUS ZenUI apps vary per region and ASUS Tablet model. Tap from your
Home screen to check the apps available on your ASUS Tablet.
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Starting for the rst time
When you turn your ASUS Tablet on for the rst time, Setup Wizard will guide you through the
setup process. Follow the onscreen instructions to select your language, select input methods, set
up your mobile network, Wi-Fi, sync accounts, and congure your location services.
Your wireless device can determine its (and your) physical, geographical location (Location
Information) and can associate Location Information with other data. Additionally, certain
applications, services and programs are capable of accessing, collecting, storing and using
Location Information and disclosing Location Information to others. You should use caution when
determining whether or not Location Information should be made available to others and you
should review any applicable third party privacy policies before providing access. To limit potential
unauthorized access to your Location Information, Verizon Wireless phones are preset to E911
only, which will only allow emergency response personnel to locate you if you dial 9-1-1 from
your phone. Other wireless devices (such as Broadband Data Cards or devices without a keypad or
user interface) may or may not have such limitations and location settings available. By enabling
location settings you are permitting third party access to Location Information through software,
widgets or peripheral components you choose to download, add or attach to your wireless device
or through web access, messaging capabilities or other means and you are authorizing Verizon
Wireless to collect, use and disclose your Location Information as appropriate to provide you with
any location services that you enabled.
Use your Google account to set up your device. If you do not have a Google account yet, go ahead
and create one.
Google Account
Using a Google Account allows you to fully utilize these Android OS features:
• Organizeandseeallyourinformationfromanywhere.
• Automaticallybackupallyourdata.
• LeverageGoogleservicesconvenientlyfromanywhere.
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Power management tips
The battery charge is the lifeline of your ASUS Tablet. Here are some battery power conservation
tips that helps preserve the power of your ASUS Tablets battery.
Close all running apps that are not in use.
When not in use, press the power button to put the device in sleep mode.
Activate Smart Saving in Power Saver app.
Set audio to Smart Mode.
Decrease brightness of display.
Keep the speaker volume to a low level.
Disable Wi-Fi feature.
Disable Bluetooth feature.
Disable PlayTo feature.
Disable GPS.
Disable the screen auto-rotate feature.
Disable all auto-sync features on your device.
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Using the touchscreen
Use these gestures on the touchscreen to launch apps, access some settings, and navigate your
ASUS Tablet.
Launching apps or selecting items
Do any of the following:
• Tolaunchanapp,simplytaponit.
• ToselectanitemsuchasinFileManagerapp,simplytaponit.
Moving or deleting items
Do any of the following:
• Tomoveanapporwidget,tapandholdthendragittothelocationwhereyouwantittobe.
• TodeleteanapporwidgetfromtheHomescreen,tapandholdthendragitto Remove.
Moving through pages or screens
Do any of the following:
• Swipeyourngertotheleftortotherighttoswitchbetweenscreensortoipthrougha
Gallery of images.
• Scrollyourngerupordowntogothroughwebpagesorlistofitems.
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Zooming in
Spread apart your two ngers on the touch panel to zoom in an image in Gallery or Maps, or zoom
in a web page.
Zooming out
Bring together your two ngers on the touch panel to zoom out an image in Gallery or Maps, or
zoom out of a web page.
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Asus ‏‏ZT581KL Verizon Wireless User manual

Category
Smartphones
Type
User manual

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