Toshiba At7c Manual

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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 network storage. Your work (data) will 
remain in internal storage to be called up when you need 
it. As long as the internal storage remains healthy, your 
data is relatively safe. However on occasion, hardware 
failures do happen. If you experience a hardware failure, 
your data could be lost. As an extra step to help avoid 
data loss, back up your data. See “Backing up your 
data” on page 33 for more information.
❖Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you 
receive via external media, email, or download from the 
Internet.
Toshiba’s online resources
Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can 
connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba 
products, give help with technical questions and keep you 
up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see 
“Contacting Toshiba” on page 96.  
						

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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 items listed in the following 
section, be sure to follow the provided references to sections 
later in this document. 
						

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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 
						

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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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Top view
❖Headphone/Microphone Line-In jack—Allows you 
to listen to or record sounds onto your device. For more 
information, see “Using the external speaker or 
headphones” on page 81.
❖
Volume control button—Allows you to 
increase/decrease the volume.
❖
Internal microphone—Allows you to record sounds 
using the computer’s internal microphone or an optional 
external microphone. You can listen to audio files using 
the built-in speaker, headphones, or external speakers.
Power button
Headphone/Microphone
Vo l u me  c o n t ro l  b u t t o nmicroSD™ slot
Internal microphone
Micro USB port 
						

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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 information, see “Using the built-in 
speaker” on page 80.
Connecting to a power source
Toshiba recommends you use the USB cable included 
with your device and an (optional) compatible USB/AC 
adaptor. A compatible USB/AC adaptor is available for 
purchase at toshiba.com/us.
Your device requires power to operate. Use the provided 
USB power cable and separate (optional) compatible 
USB/AC adaptor to connect the device to a live electrical 
outlet to charge the device’s battery. 
Always confirm that the power plug (and extension cable 
plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to 
ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to do so 
may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in 
serious injury.
Be careful if you use a multiple connector. An overload on 
one socket could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly 
resulting in serious injury.
Speaker
NOTE 
						

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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 adaptor.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to 
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to 
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
Wash hands after handling.
2Plug the USB power cable into the Micro USB port on 
the device.
To locate your Micro USB port, please refer to your Quick 
Start document.
Do not force the plug into device.
3Connect the optional compatible USB/AC adaptor to a 
live electrical outlet.
Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug 
with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could 
result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious 
injury.
Battery Notice
Actual battery life may vary depending on settings, 
application usage, features or tasks selected, network 
configuration, operating temperature and many other 
factors.
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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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 ability to perform at 
maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is 
normal for all batteries.
Charging the battery
If the device is leaking or its case is cracked, put on 
protective gloves to handle it.
Your device contains a rechargeable battery that may need 
to be charged prior to use.
To charge the battery you must attach the provided USB 
power cable to a USB port on your powered on computer. 
While connected, your computer must be turned ON and 
plugged into a power source. 
Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the 
external conditions, or the applications and features 
used.
Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or 
damaging the surface.
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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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 
too low.
Taking care of your battery
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your 
battery and prolong its life.
Safety precautions
Device warning indicators
❖Always immediately turn the power off and 
disconnect the power cable/ cord plug from the 
plug socket and stop using the battery pack if you 
observe any of the following conditions:
❖Offensive or unusual odor
❖Excessive heat
❖Discoloration
❖Deformation, cracks, or leaks
❖Smoke
❖Other unusual event during use, such as 
abnormal sound
Do not turn on the device's power again until an 
authorized Toshiba service provider has checked it for 
safety. Continued use could cause a fire or rupture 
possibly resulting in serious injury or device failure 
including but not limited to the loss of data. 
						

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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 networks settings” 
on page 58 and “Location settings” on page 62.
❖Turn down the screen brightness and set a shorter 
screen time-out. For more information, see “Display 
settings” on page 61.
❖If you do not need them, turn off automatic syncing for 
Gmail™, Calendar, Contact, etc. For more information, 
see “Accounts settings” on page 66.
❖If you know you will not be near a Wi-Fi
® network for 
some time, switch to Airplane mode. For more 
information, see “Wireless and networks settings” on 
page 58.
To check the battery charge level:
1Touch the 
Settings () icon.
The Settings menu appears.
2Touch the 
About tablet () icon.
The About tablet menu appears.
3Touch 
Status.
The battery status (charging or not charging) and level 
(as a percentage of fully charged) are displayed.
For more details on your battery use, touch Battery.
Maintaining your battery
Fully discharging your battery periodically will allow better 
accuracy of the battery meter.
To fully discharge your battery, periodically disconnect the 
device from a power source and operate it on battery power 
until the battery fully discharges. 
NOTE 
						

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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, applicable to 
California, U.S.A. only:
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See 
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
Using the device for the first time
The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.
Turning on the power 
To turn on the device:
1Check to ensure that all slots are empty.
2Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.
   
 
(Sample Illustration) Turning on the power
Setting up your device
Toshiba recommends that you have access to a Wi-Fi® 
network and a Google™ Account before setting up your 
device to take full advantage of your device’s features.
1Connect to a power source.
NOTE