Acer Iconia A3-A11 User Manual
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2 © 2013. All Rights Reserved. Acer Iconia User Guide Model: A3-A11 This revision: 10/2013 Acer Iconia Model number: ...Serial number: ...Date of purchase: ...Place of purchase:... - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 3
and a PC 21 Device 42 Personal 43 System 44 Updating your tablet's operating system.......... 45 Resetting your tablet 45 Connecting a Bluetooth device 22 FAQ and troubleshooting 46 Accessories 22 Other sources of help 47 Going online 23 Specifications 48 Managing Wi-Fi connections - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 4
register, as other advantages await you! How to register To register your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Click Registration and follow the simple instructions. You can also register directly from your tablet by tapping the Registration icon. After we receive your product registration, you - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 5
5 Setting up Unpacking your tablet Your new tablet comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer Iconia A3 tablet • Setup poster • USB cable • AC adapter • Warranty - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 6
and hold to turn the tablet on, press briefly to turn the screen on/off or enter sleep mode; press and hold to turn the tablet off. Connects to a your tablet" on page 8. 4 3.5 mm headphone jack Connects to stereo headphones. 5 microSD card slot Accepts a microSD card up to 32 GB (supports SDHC - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 7
the SIM card properly oriented. Trying to force the SIM into the slot when it is incorrectly oriented may damage the SIM and/or your tablet. Your tablet is equipped with a micro SIM card slot. To insert a micro SIM card, insert the card with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards and the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 8
For first-time use, you need to charge your tablet for four hours. After that you can recharge the . Connecting power Connect the power connector to your tablet and plug the AC adapter side into any AC outlet. Note: It is normal for the tablet surface to become warm during charging or long periods - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 9
to use Gmail, Google Talk, Google Calendar, and other Google Apps; to download applications from Google Play; to back up your settings to Google servers; and to take advantage of other Google services on your tablet. If you want to restore existing settings from another device with Android 2.0 (or - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 10
time and weather, or provide additional controls and direct access to applications. Some have been pre-installed on your tablet, while others may be downloaded from Google Play. The Home screen already features some useful controls and information. Search Status bar Navigation Application menu - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 11
11 Search To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap the Google icon in the top-left corner. Simply enter the text you want to find. Tap the arrow or Enter key to search the Internet, or tap one of the suggestions, applications or files shown in the list. Voice - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 12
screen" on page 14. Tap the Play Store icon to open Google Play. Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your tablet can be different from the applications shown in illustrations. Adding an application to a Home screen Tap and hold an icon to add a shortcut to one - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 13
notification icons Connection icons Note: The icons displayed on your device vary depending on your connection. Icon Description Wireless network status, switch on/off Airplane mode (wireless connectivity disconnected) Icon Description Bluetooth off Connected to a Bluetooth device - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 14
Syncing data SD card or USB storage is full Tablet is connected to PC via USB Application update available Sync is on Problem with sign-in or sync Uploading data System update available Virtual private network (VPN) status Downloading data Personalizing the Home screen You may personalize your - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 15
15 Adding or removing shortcuts or widgets To add shortcuts or widgets tap the APPS icon in the bottom-center of the Home screen. The APPS menu contains a list of shortcuts to applications you can drag to a Home screen. Tap WIDGETS to see small applications and links (such as custom shortcuts, - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 16
16 The onscreen keyboard To move the item to a different Home screen, drag it to the side of the screen, the Home screen will switch to the screen in that direction. Release the item when it is positioned correctly. Resizing a Widget Most Widgets can be made larger, so you can give more space to - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 17
be cut or copied and later pasted within the same application, or to a different application. Note: Certain applications may not support text selection, or only support it in certain areas. Other applications may offer specialized commands to select text. Selecting text To select text that you want - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 18
18 Editing text 2. Tap and hold the text or word you want to select. The selected text is highlighted, with a tab at each end of the selection. 3. Drag either tab to expand or reduce the amount of selected text, or tap Select all. 4. To cut or copy the text, tap the CUT or - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 19
not react to any taps on the screen, then it has been locked and is in sleep mode. To wake your tablet, press the power button. Your tablet will display the Lock screen. To unlock the screen, tap the lock button and drag it in any direction until it turns white and displays - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 20
options include Face Unlock and Password. The default setting is Slide where you swipe the on-screen lock icon in any direction to unlock the tablet. From the Home screen tap APPS > Settings > Security > Screen lock to select an option. Note: If you forget an unlock pattern, please refer to "Unlock - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 21
latest USB driver on your computer before connecting your tablet to the computer. Visit www.acer.com for the latest drivers: Select Support > DRIVERS AND MANUALS. Select your tablet model, and then the Driver tab, select USB and accept the download. This allows you to transfer your personal data to - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 22
in your PC's file explorer. Select the Acer Iconia Tab icon to see your tablet's internal memory and any additional memory (microSD Card) available to your tablet. Connecting a Bluetooth device Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. Please check for updates to the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 23
-Fi is not on, tap the Wi-Fi ON switch and wait for your tablet to detect nearby networks. Tap the name of your network and enter a security down the panel. Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with your tablet, you must be connected to a network with a connection to the Internet. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 24
tabs. When a page is open, tap the small New tab button. Simply tap one of the open tabs across the top of the screen to switch pages. New tab is available only in selected regions. Setting up Gmail 1. Make sure your tablet is connected to the Internet. 2. From the Applications menu tap Gmail. If - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 25
start setting up your email access. If necessary, enter your email address and tap Manual setup to enter the parameters manually. Tap Next to finish the setup process. The combined inbox feature of your tablet allows you to view emails from multiple accounts in a single inbox. Online applications - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 26
you access Google Play, you must read and accept the Terms of Service. Tap Play Store from the home screen or application menu to -on programs and applications to enhance the functionality of your tablet. Note: The contents and design of Google Play varies by download apps that use 3D graphics. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 27
, wireless access, GPS, etc.) the application requires access to in order to function correctly. If none of these services seem unusual, tap Accept & download to proceed with the installation. You may keep track of the download progress from both the app's page and the tablet's notifications panel. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 28
App and widgets, or only provide a widget (with no application icon). See "Personalizing the Home screen" on page 14. Uninstalling downloaded applications Once you've downloaded and installed an application, you may uninstall the application from the APPS menu by pressing and holding the application - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 29
use Google Hangouts. Tap Hangouts from the application menu to open Google Hangouts. Here you can see a list of your contacts connected to Google Hangouts services. Tap on a contact to open a chat session. After you have connected, you can open a video chat session. Tap the menu bar icon in the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 30
tablet comes supplied with a variety of programs that you can use to enjoy multimedia content. Play Music Use Play Music to listen to music and other audio files that you download and Playlists. The default view is Listen Now mode. The other two modes allow you to organize and control your audio - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 31
Plus Your tablet comes with Dolby the Dolby Digital Plus controls. 4. Select your desired audio mode or make manual modifications. 5. Tap the navigation Back icon to exit You can also tap Play Demo to watch a video that demonstrates the audio effects. You can turn Dolby mode on and off from the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 32
Google account. Tap People from the Home screen or the application menu to view your contacts. If you don't have any contacts stored on your tablet, you can sync with your Google account contacts, import contacts from a contact data file (vCard or csv) or add a new contact. If you have activated - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 33
an entry. Tap Add another field for more categories. To assign an image to your contact, tap the silhouette and select an image from your tablet's picture gallery (select Gallery if requested). You may also take and crop a new photo. Tap Done (top-left corner) to finish and save the contact - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 34
.google.com. Sign in to your account then select and edit contacts from the list; the next time your tablet synchronizes with your computer, these changes will also be made to your tablet's contact list. Warning: Back up your contacts before making any changes. Tap the Menu button and select Import - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 35
section will take you through the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet. Note: It is recommended that you insert a microSD Card into the microSD . Camera icons and indicators Settings Shutter button Camera mode In the camera window, the controls at the bottom of the screen allow - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 36
36 Camera modes Camera icons and indicators Camera Panorama Camcorder The panorama mode allows you to take multiple photos of a scene which are then "stitched" together to create a single photograph. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 37
White balance Options Icon HDR Description Exposure Increase or decrease image exposure: +1, 0, -1. Options • Select the scenery mode for Auto, Night, Sunset or Party. • Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the image information. • Set the resolution of the image: Front: - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 38
the options described above are set to your preferences. 2. Frame your subject and steady your tablet. 3. Pinch to zoom in or out as needed. Note: When using zoom, the image and indicators Settings Record button Camcorder mode Tap the camera mode icon and select camcorder to switch to camcorder - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 39
Toggles between the front and rear camcorder. Shooting a video 1. Ensure the options described above are set to your preferences. 2. Frame your subject and steady your tablet and zoom in or out as needed. 3. Tap the record icon to begin recording. 4. Tap the record icon again to stop recording. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 40
40 Shooting a video Supported formats Type Image Video Audio Formats JPEG H.264 BP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263 AAC-LC, AMR-WB, are marked with a small play symbol). From the Gallery you can share the file using various services. Tap Menu and then Share. Note: Share options vary depending on the file type. - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 41
For all Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Here you can switch Bluetooth on or off, set the tablet name and discoverability. Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES to scan for nearby devices. To connect to a device, tap the device in the list of available devices - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 42
which may add support for additional Bluetooth devices. Data Usage The Data Usage section shows how much data has been transmitted to your tablet, either in total or for each App. This information is useful if you are using a metered service. Putting your tablet in Airplane mode You can enter - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 43
To close an active application, go to Settings > Apps. Tap the RUNNING tab, then tap the program you wish to close. Select Stop to close the program. Uninstalling an application You can remove programs installed on your tablet to free up extra storage memory. Tap and hold a program icon from the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 44
People, Gmail, and Calendar, can sync data from multiple accounts. Others sync data only from the first Google Account you sign in to on your tablet, or from an account associated specifically with that application. For some applications, such as People or Calendar, all changes that you make on your - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 45
updates, adding support for new devices or expanding software options. To check for updates, tap APPS > Settings > About tablet > System updates > Check now. Note: Downloading new firmware can take up to 40 minutes, depending on your network speed. Do not press the power or reset button or access - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 46
FAQ and troubleshooting This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your tablet, and gives that is not supported. Refer to "Multimedia" on page 48 for more information. How do I check the OS version of my device? Tap APPS > Settings > About tablet to check the - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 47
for the tablet to heat up during long periods of use, such as watching a video or playing a game. All Acer tablets are factory-tested before release. Other sources of help For information on: Up-to-date information regarding your tablet Service enquiries Refer to: www.acer.com support.acer.com - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 48
with IPS (In-Plane Switching) technology • 1280 x 800 resolution Multimedia • Stereo speakers with Dolby® Digital Plus audio enhancement • Built-in microphone Supported formats: Type Audio recording Audio playback Video recording Video playback Formats AAC-LC, AMR-WB AAC-LC, AAC, AAC+ (not raw - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 49
49 • GSM / GPRS / EDGE: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz • GPRS / EDGE: Multi-slot class 12 • WCDMA 1, 2, 5, 8: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz • HSPA+: HSDPA up to 42 Mbps/ HSUPA up to 11 Mbps • Non-standalone GPS Camera • Front camera • 640 x 480 resolution, 0.3-megapixel • Fixed focus • Rear camera • - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 50
50 Environment Temperature Operating: 0 °C to 35 °C Non-operating: -20 °C to 60 °C Humidity (non-condensing) Operating: 20% to 80% Non-operating: 20% to 80% - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 51
Make one copy of the Software solely for backup or archival purposes; 3. Make one hard copy of any electronic documents included in the Software, provided that you receive the documents the laws or regulations of the United States. SUPPORT SERVICES Acer is not obligated to provide technical or other - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 52
Acer Live Update service, which allows for updates for such software to be automatically downloaded and installed on your device. By installing the software, you hereby agree and consent that Acer , THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY - Acer Iconia A3-A11 | User Manual - Page 53
Third Party Services is also subject to additional terms and conditions and policies which can be accessed through our global website. Privacy policy During registration you will be asked to submit some information to Acer. Please refer to Acer's privacy policy at www.acer.com/worldwide/support/swa
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