Acer Iconia B1 User Manual

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Adding a new contact
Tap   to add a new contact. If you have multiple accounts, you will 
be asked which account you want to use to store the contact. The 
contact will be synchonized with that account.
You may now edit the new contact entry.
Editing a contact
If you have opened a new contact, you can enter information about 
the contact. To modify an existing contact, from the main screen 
select the contact in the  list on the left. Then select the Menu button > 
Edit. Now simply tap on a box and type the appropriate information.
Click on the arrow next to the name entry to see options, such as 
adding a name prefix or phonetic name.
To enter multiple entries, such as separate entries for mobile and 
home phone numbers, tap the Add new to create a second entry. Tap 
the X to remove an entry.
Tap Add another field for more categories.
To assign an image to your contact, tap the silhouette and either 
select an image from your tablet’s picture gallery (select Choose 
photo from Gallery). You may also take and crop a new photo. 
						

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Tap Done (top-left corner) to finish and save the contact.
Opening a contact
To see the information stored for a contact, tap on the contact’s name 
in the list on the left. 
Tap on an entry (such as an email address) to open the application 
linked to that type of entry. For example, tap an email address to open 
the Email application.
Starred contacts
You may quickly access your favorite contacts by adding a star. First 
open the contact, then tap the star next to the contact’s name. Tap All 
contacts  and select Favorites to see only your favorite contacts.
Editing a contact on your computer
If you have synchronized your Google account and contacts, you can 
use your computer to access and edit your contact list. Open the 
internet browser on your computer and go to contacts.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.
Note
Set each phone number to match the type of network as this can determine 
some functions, i.e. certain applications only recognize ‘Mobile’ numbers as 
they require a function only available on a mobile network.
Important
Back up your contacts before making any changes. Tap the Menu
button and select Import/Export. You may then Export your 
contact list to your tablet’s internal memory, or other options 
depending on installed applications. 
						

							Using the camera and camcorder - 33
USING THE CAMERA AND CAMCORDER
Your tablet features a front-facing digital camera. This section will take 
you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your tablet.
To activate the camera or camcorder, open the application menu and 
tap Camera .
Camera/camcorder icons and indicators
Settings
Mute microphone
Effects
Last picture/video taken ZoomRecord button
Shutter button
* The listed capacity is the approximate number of im
ages that can be taken at the current resolution.
Remaining capacity*
Note
It is recommended that you insert a microSD card into the microSD slot 
before using the camera.
 
You can only save photos and videos to internal memory or a microSD card, 
not an external USB storage device. 
						

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In the camera window, the controls at the top of the screen allow you 
to change settings. The controls at the bottom allow you to take a 
picture, select camera or camcorder, zoom in or out, and view the last 
picture/video taken.
Tap the Record button and the camcorder immediately begins filming. 
While filming, you are unable to access camera/camcorder settings. 
Tap the red Stop recording button to stop filming. 
Current recording length
Stop recording button 
						

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Settings
IconDescription
Settings
Camera settings
Camcorder settings
General settings
Effects
Mute 
microphoneBefore recording a video, tap the icon to turn the 
microphone on or off (the icon is disabled while 
recording.)
Taking a photo
1. Ensure the options described abov e are set to your preferences.
2. Frame your subject and steady your tablet. • Exposure: Increase or decrease image exposure: -1, 
0, +1.
•

White balance: Change the color balance to match the 
lighting: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent lamp, or 
Incandescent.
• Timer: Set the automatic timer for 2, 5, or 10 seconds.
• Grid: Toggle 9x9 grid squares on or off.
• Time lapse interval: Set the time lapse interval from 1,  2, 5, o
 r 10 seconds.
• Location: Set if the location (from GPS) is stored in the  ima
 ge information. A satellite icon appears on the 
screen when active.
• Reset to default: Return camera settings to the original  conditions.
•None
•

Aqua
• Negative
• Sepia 
						

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3. Zoom in or out as needed using the zoom slider.
4. Tap the shutter button to take the photo.
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.
Supported formats
TypeFormats
Image JPEG
Video H.264 BP, MPEG-4 SP, H.263
Audio AAC-LC, AMR-WB, AMR-NB
Viewing photos and videos
1. After you have taken your photo or  video, it is automatically saved; 
normally to internal memory.  You can view it by tapping the 
thumbnail in the corner of the screen. Alternatively, open the 
application menu and tap  Gallery, then Camera . Select the photo or 
video you want to view (videos are marked with a small play 
symbol). From the Gallery you c an share the file using various 
services and edit the image using various options. Tap   to see 
which sharing options are available for the file or tap   to display 
image editing options.
Note
When using zoom, the image on the screen does not represent the quality of 
the final image. 
						

							Advanced settings - 37
ADVANCED SETTINGS
Access Settings from the application menu. Tap APPS, then 
Settings.
Wireless & Networks
Activating or deactivating connections
Tap APPS > Settings, then under WIRELESS & NETWORKS each 
connection has an ON/OFF switch that controls the connection. Tap 
an entry to manage your connection settings.
Alternatively, swipe down from the top-right side of the screen to 
manage connection settings.
Adjusting Bluetooth settings
You can use Bluetooth to exchange information between your tablet 
and other mobile devices.
Bluetooth connections
For all Bluetooth settings, tap APPS > Settings, then under 
WIRELESS & NETWORKS tap Bluetooth. Here you can switch  
						

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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. 
You may be asked to enter a PIN on both devices to establish the 
connection.
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 Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off 
network and Bluetooth functions and use your tablet during a flight. 
Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard.
Switch your tablet off during takeoff and landing as it may interfere 
with aircraft electronic systems.
To turn Airplane mode on or off, tap Settings, then under WIRELESS 
& NETWORKS tap More... > Airplane mode.
Alternatively, swipe down from the top-right side of the screen to 
toggle airplane mode on or off.
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
This option enables you to connect to a private network, such as a 
secure work or office environment.
Add a VPN by tapping Settings, then under WIRELESS & 
NETWORKS tap More... > VPN > Add VPN network.
Note
Only A2DP stereo headsets (playback only, no microphone) are supported. 
Please check for updates to the tablets software which may add support for 
additional Bluetooth devices.
Note
When Airplane mode is active, the   icon is displayed in the status area. 
						

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Mobile networks
This option enables you to adjust mobile network settings by tapping 
APPS
 > Settings > Mobile networks.
Device
Sound
Adjust the volume of your tablet using the volume buttons on the side 
of the tablet. Alternatively, you can adjust your tablet sound settings 
by tapping APPS
 > Settings > Sound.
ItemDescription
Data enabledEnables or disables data access over a mobile 
network.
Data roamingEnables or disables data services when roaming on 
other mobile networks.
Network ModeSets which type of network you prefer to connect to: 
Automatic (Default), 3G only, and 2G only.
Access Point 
NamesEdit access point settings (advanced users).
Network 
operatorsSelect whether to automatically connect to mobile 
network operators or select them manually.
ItemDescription
Volumes Sets volume for Media, Alarm, and Notifications.
Default 
notification 
soundSets a ringtone for Notifications.
Touch soundsPlays a sound whenever a screen selection is 
made.
Screen lock 
soundPlays a sound when locking and unlocking the 
screen. 
						

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Display
You can adjust your tablet screen settings by tapping APPS > 
Settings > Display. 
Apps
Closing an application
To close an active application, go to Settings > Apps. Swipe over to 
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 application 
menu and drag it into the Uninstall area in the top-left corner.
ItemDescription
Wallpaper Set the Home screen background image.
Brightness Adjusts screen brightness.
DaydreamControls what happens when the tablet is docked 
and/or sleeping.
Font sizeSets the font size so either more text is visible or 
the text is easier to read.
Sleep Sets a delay before the screen will be turned off.
Note
You can enable or disable the screen rotation function by swiping down from 
the top-right side of the screen and tapping the AUTO ROTATE button.
Note
You cannot uninstall applications that were pre-loaded on your tablet.