Toshiba Encore 2 Instruction Manual

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Charging the battery
Determining remaining battery power
Wait a few moments after turning on the device before 
trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The device 
needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity 
and perform its calculations.
Touch the power icon in the notification area. (See “Finding 
your way around the desktop” on page 70 for more 
information on the notification area.) The window displays 
the remaining battery power as a percentage.
With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s 
capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older 
battery does not power the device for as long as a new 
battery, even when fully charged.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The device drains the battery faster 
at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge 
frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 
degrees Fahrenheit.
The device calculates the remaining battery charge 
based on your current rate of power use and other 
factors such as the age of the battery.
What to do when the battery runs low
When the battery run low you can:
❖Plug the device into an external power source and 
recharge the battery via the Micro USB port, using the 
USB Power cable and USB/AC adaptor. See 
“Connecting to a power source” on page 37
❖Save your work and turn off the device
If you do not manage to do either of these things before the 
battery completely runs out of power, the device 
automatically enters a power-saving state and turns itself off 
so that when you turn on the power again after connecting 
the USB/AC adaptor, you can continue where you left off. 
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Charging the battery
Setting battery notifications
You can set two notifications. Each notification can be set to 
alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery 
power has been reached. You can also set the device to 
enter Sleep mode or to completely shut down when the 
notification goes off.
To change the default notification settings:
1While on the desktop, touch the 
Battery ( ) icon in the 
notification area.
A window appears displaying the power level of the 
battery.
   (Sample Image) Power Options screen
2Touch More power options.
The Power Options window appears.
3Touch 
Change plan settings under the power plan to 
be customized.
The Edit Plan Settings window appears.
4Touch 
Change advanced power settings.
The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options 
window appears. 
						

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5Touch Battery to display the battery options.
   
 
(Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen
6Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs.
Conserving battery power 
How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using 
the device depends on a number of factors, such as:
❖How the device is configured
❖How much you use the internal storage drive or other 
optional devices
❖Where you are working, since operating time decreases 
at low temperatures
There are various ways in which you can conserve power 
and extend the operating time of your battery:
❖Enable Sleep, which saves power when you turn off the 
device and turn it back on again
❖Use the Windows
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Charging the battery
These power-saving options control the way in which the 
device is configured. By using them, you can increase the 
length of time you can use the device before you need to 
recharge the battery.
Microsoft
® has combined these options into preset Power 
Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose 
between maximum power savings and peak system 
performance. You may also set individual power-saving 
options to suit your own needs.
The following sections describe how to choose a Power Plan 
and discuss each power-saving option.
Power Plans
You can choose a predefined Power Plan or select your own 
combination of power options. 
To  d o  t h i s :
1While on the desktop, touch the 
Battery ( ) icon in the 
notification area.
2Touch 
More power options.
The Power Options window appears.
   (Sample Image) Power Options window
3Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or 
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4Touch Create a power plan in the left pane to set up a 
new plan.
To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to 
the following steps.
5Touch 
Change plan settings to choose the plan you 
want to edit.
This screen allows you to change basic settings.
6Touch 
Change advanced power settings to access 
settings for battery notification levels, internal storage 
drive power save time, etc.
You can touch the plus signs to expand each item and to 
see what settings are available for each item.
7Touch 
OK to save the plan changes you have 
performed.
Changing the battery
The device’s battery is not accessible by the user.
When your battery has run out of power, plug in the USB/AC 
adaptor.
If you find that a new battery is needed, contact the location 
where you purchased the device for more information on 
replacing the battery. Toshiba will not be responsible for any 
product damage, data loss, service, or part replacement 
made necessary by improper installation of a new battery.
If the device is leaking or its case is cracked, put on 
protective gloves to handle it.
Taking care of your battery
The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your 
battery and prolong its life.
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Disposing of your device
Safety precautions
Always immediately turn the power off and disconnect the 
power cable/cord plug from the plug socket and stop using 
the device if you observe any of the following conditions:
❖Offensive or unusual odor
❖Excessive heat
❖Discoloration
❖Deformation, cracks, or leaks
❖Smoke
❖Other unusual events during use, such as abnormal 
sound
Do not expose the device to fire. The batteries could 
explode.
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.
Maintaining your battery
Fully discharging a battery 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.
Disposing of your device 
Never attempt to dispose of a device by burning or by 
throwing it into a fire, and never allow exposure to a 
heating apparatus (e.g., microwave oven). Heat can 
cause a device to explode and/or release caustic liquid, 
both which may possibly cause serious injury.
Discard this device in accordance with applicable laws and 
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Traveling tips
Disposal of this product may be regulated due to 
environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or 
recycling information, please contact your local government.
For more information, see “Device Recycling Information” on 
page 20, or for complete information about Toshiba's 
recycling programs and initiatives, please visit 
toshiba.com/recycle.
Traveling tips
The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to 
work” on page 31, also apply while traveling.
❖Never leave your device on a sunny ledge or in a place 
where it could get wet or covered in dust.
❖Always travel with the device in a carrying case. Toshiba 
offers a choice of carrying cases for the device. They all 
provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, 
and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba 
representative for more information or visit Toshiba’s 
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be 
required to pass your device through airport security 
equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your 
device.
Before using your device aboard an aircraft, make sure 
the Wireless antenna is OFF (Airplane mode is ON) if your 
device has wireless LAN capability.
To enable/disable the wireless antenna, use the Airplane 
mode switch located under Networks, see “Setting up for 
communications” on page 73.
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Chapter 4
Exploring Your 
Device’s Features
In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features 
of your device.
Exploring the Start screen
The Start screen is the launching pad for everything you can 
do in the Windows® operating system, providing new and 
easy ways to access everything from your favorite apps and 
Web sites to your contacts and other important information.
When you swipe in from the right edge of the screen, a list of 
Windows
® charms will slide out from the right, see “Charms” 
on page 69. These Windows® charms perform various 
commands, including basic tasks like turning off the power 
and advanced PC settings.
You can go to the Start screen by pressing the 
Windows® 
( ) button on the side of the device. Press this button again 
to toggle back to the last app opened, or between the 
Desktop and Start screens if no apps are open. For detailed 
information, please refer to the Windows
® Help and Support.
By or touching the 
Desktop tile from the Start screen, you 
will find the Windows® settings and features you are most 
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Exploring the Start screen
For detailed information on the new functionality, refer to the 
Windows® Help and Support.
   
 
 
(Sample Image) Windows® Start screen
Charms
Use the Windows® charms to start apps, find documents, 
set up system components, and perform most other 
computing tasks. 
By swiping in from the right edge of your screen, you will find 
a list of charms: 
Search, Share, Start, Devices and 
Settings.
Search—This charm allows you to search for most anything 
you need to locate on your device. It can help you find apps, 
documents, photos, and your favorite music.
Share—This charm allows you to share music and photos 
with your favorite social Web sites.
Start—This charm allows you to view all of the available 
apps downloaded to your system.
Devices—This charm allows you to manage your hardware 
devices.
Settings—This charm allows you to manage your system 
settings.
App tiles
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Exploring the desktop
Tiles
Tiles can be accessed and launched from the Start screen. 
Typical Start screen tiles are the Desktop tile and Mail tile, as 
well as tiles representing all other applications downloaded 
to your system.
Exploring the desktop
You can use its features to start applications, find 
documents, set up system components, and perform most 
other computing tasks.
HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear 
slightly different from the screens displayed by your 
system. The differences are not significant and do not 
indicate any change in the functionality of your system.
Finding your way around the desktop
Your device’s desktop includes several standard features: 
icons, taskbar, notification area, notifications, and 
background pattern.
   
 
 
 
 
(Sample Image) Windows® Desktop screen
Ta s k b a r IconsNotification area
Notifications