Toshiba At7c Manual

21Introduction
File management tips
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File management tips
❖Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. 
Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe 
place.
As you work with data it exists in the device’s memory. 
This memory is called “volatile memory” because it is 
only active while the device is turned on. When you turn 
off the device, all the data remaining in volatile memory 
is lost. To help avoid data loss, save your work to 
Internal Storage or...

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Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, 
summarizes how to connect components, and explains what 
to do the first time you use your device.
Please read and adhere to all safety information carefully and 
make sure you fully understand the instructions before you 
attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential 
hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or 
damage the device.
Features and components
For further details on each of the...

23Getting Started
Features and components
Front
   
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Front view
❖Camera—Allows you to take still photos or record 
videos, see “Using the camera” on page 81.
Back
 
 
 
 
 
 (Sample Illustration) Back view
Display Camera 

24Getting Started
Features and components
Left side
   
 
 
 
 
 
 (Sample Illustration) Left side view
Right side
                                        
       (Sample Illustration) Right side view
❖Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and 
hold the button for several seconds to turn the device 
ON/OFF. Press the button quickly to wake the device 
from Sleep mode or to place it into Sleep mode. For 
more information, see “Options for turning off the 
device” on page 46.
To p...

25Getting Started
Connecting to a power source
❖microSD™ slot—Supports the use of Micro Secure 
Digital™ (SD™) media. For more information, see “Using 
a microSD™ Card” on page 82.
❖
Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data via the 
included USB cable and charging of the battery when 
connected to the USB port of a powered ON computer, 
see “Charging the battery” on page 27.
Bottom
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Bottom view
❖Speaker—Allows you to listen to sounds on your 
device. For more...

26Getting Started
Battery Notice
Always use a compatible Toshiba USB/AC adaptor with 
your device, or use USB/AC adaptors specified by 
Toshiba to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the 
device. Use of an incompatible USB/AC adaptor could 
cause fire or damage to the device possibly resulting in 
serious injury. Toshiba assumes no liability for any 
damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.
To connect AC power to the device:
1Connect the USB power cable to an optional compatible 
USB/AC...

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Charging the battery
The battery life cited in the product specifications is only 
achieved on the select models and configurations tested by 
Toshiba under the specific test settings at the time of 
publication and is not an estimate of a system’s battery life 
under any conditions other than the specific test settings.
Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may 
not charge while the device is consuming full power. After a 
period of time, the battery will lose its...

28Getting Started
Taking care of your battery
USB Charge—In “Suspend mode,” you can also charge 
your tablet, although more slowly, by connecting the USB 
cable to the USB port on another computer. Please make 
sure your computer is turned ON while charging via USB. If 
your computer is turned OFF, depending on the computer’s 
specifications, the tablet battery may discharge. Toshiba 
recommends that you do not use your tablet while charging 
via USB as auto shut down may occur if the battery charge is...

29Getting Started
Taking care of your battery
Optimizing battery life
You can extend your battery’s life between charges by 
turning off features you don’t need. You can also change and 
monitor the way apps and system resources consume 
battery power.
Below are some of the things you can do:
❖To  t u r n  o f f  W i - F i
® or Bluetooth® when you are not using 
them, touch the 
Settings ( ) icon under Wireless & 
networks
. Turn Wi-Fi® and/or Bluetooth® ON/OFF. For 
more information, see “Wireless and...

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Disposing of your device
Disposing of your device
Discard this device in accordance with applicable laws and 
regulations.
Disposal of this product may be regulated due to 
environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or 
recycling information, please contact your local government.
In addition, Toshiba’s recycling initiatives include recycling 
programs, events, and consumer promotions. For details, 
please visit toshiba.com/recycle.
Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries,...