Toshiba Encore 8 User Manual

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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 the safety instruction information on the Quick 
Start document (that shipped with your device) 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.
Selecting a place to work
Your device is portable and designed to be used in a variety 
of circumstances and locations. 
						

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Features and components
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.
Front
        
(Sample Illustration) Front view
❖Web Camera indicator*—Glows when the Web 
Camera is active. For more information, see “Using the 
Web Camera” on page 82.
❖
Web Camera*—Allows you to take still photos 
(includes flash settings) or record videos. For more 
information, see “Using the Web Camera” on page 82.
Display
We b  C a m e r a *
Web Camera indicator*
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Features and components
Back
       
(Sample Illustration) Back view
❖Web Camera*—Allows you to take still photos 
(includes flash settings) or record videos. For more 
information, see “Using the Web Camera” on page 82.
Left side
        
(Sample Illustration) Left side view
❖microSD™ slot—Supports the use of microSD™ 
(SD™) media. For more information, see “Using a 
microSD™ Card” on page 105.
We b  C a m e r a *
*Available on certain models
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Features and components
Right side
        
(Sample Illustration) Right side view
❖Volume control button—Allows you to 
increase/decrease the volume.
❖
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 “To Shut down your device” on 
page 40.
To p
       
(Sample Illustration) Top view
❖Internal microphones—Allow you to record sounds 
using the device’s internal microphones or an optional 
external microphone. You can listen to audio files using 
the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers.
❖
Headphone/Microphone jack—Allows you to listen 
to or record sounds onto your device. For more 
information, see “Using external speakers or 
headphones” on page 82.
Power button
Vol ume  co nt ro l but to n
Internal microphone
Internal microphone Headphone/Microphone jackMicro HDMI™ Out port
Micro USB port 
						

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Setting up your device
❖Micro HDMI™ port—Allows connection to an 
HDMI™-compatible television or external display device.
❖
Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data via the 
USB cable and charging of the battery via the USB/AC 
adaptor.
Bottom
        
(Sample Illustration) Bottom view
❖Speakers—Allow you to listen to sounds on your 
device. For more information, see “Using the built-in 
speakers” on page 104.
Setting up your device
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps 
up to and including “Setting up your software” on 
page 39 before adding external or internal components 
to your device. These components include, but are not 
limited to, a mouse, keyboard, and printer.
Your device contains a rechargeable battery that need to be 
charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery you must 
attach the USB/AC adaptor. See “Connecting to a power 
source” on page 36. 
Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or 
damaging the surface.
Speaker Speaker
NOTE 
						

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Connecting to a power source
Connecting to a power source
Your device requires power to operate. Use the USB Power 
cable and USB/AC adaptor to connect the device to a live 
electrical outlet, or to charge the device’s battery. 
Always confirm that the USB/AC adaptor (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.
Always use the TOSHIBA USB/AC adaptor that was 
provided 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 the USB/AC adaptor.
(Sample Illustration) Connecting the USB Power cable to the 
USB/AC adaptor. 
						

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Charging the battery
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.
(Sample Illustration) Connecting the USB/AC adaptor cord to 
the device
Do not force the plug into device.
3Connect the USB/AC adapter 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.
Charging the battery
The device’s battery is not accessible by the user.
Before using the battery to power the device, you must 
charge the battery.
To charge the battery, leave the device plugged into the 
USB/AC adaptor with the device turned off.
Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the 
applications power management settings, and features 
used.
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NOTE
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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Using the device for the first time
Using the device for the first time
The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using 
it, see “Exploring Your Device’s Features” on page 75.
Turning on the power 
To turn on the device:
1Make sure any external devices (such as the USB/AC 
adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery 
power) are properly connected and ready.
2Check to ensure that all slots are empty.
3Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.
   (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when 
you turn on your device. Your display contains an extremely 
large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is 
manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small 
bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic 
characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a 
period of time, and depending on the usage of the device, 
the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an 
intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the 
device is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and 
you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen 
while on battery power.
Initial setup
The Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you 
turn on your device for the first time. Follow the on-screen 
instructions on each screen in order to properly install the 
operating system and begin using your device. 
						

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Registering your device with Toshiba
Setting up your software
When you turn on the device for the first time, do not turn 
off the power again until the operating system has loaded 
completely. 
The names of windows displayed, and the order in which 
windows appear, may vary according to your software 
setup choices.
The first time you turn on your device, the setup guides you 
through steps to set up your software. Follow the on-screen 
instructions.
Registering your device with Toshiba
Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows 
Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and 
special offers applicable to your Product. Product 
registration can be completed by one of three methods:
1From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: 
Touch a field to activate the on-screen keyboard, type in 
the requested information, and complete the registration 
process.
2From the Start or Desktop screen, swipe in from the right 
edge of the screen. When the Windows
® charms appear, 
touch the 
Search ( ) charm and, in the Search field, 
type 
Registration. In the list that appears, touch 
Toshiba Registration and complete the registration 
process.
Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish 
your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty.
To register online, an Internet connection is required.
NOTE
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To Shut down your device
To Shut down your device
1From the Start or Desktop screen, swipe in from the right 
edge of the screen.
2When the Windows
® charms appear, touch the Settings 
( ) charm.
Pressing the power button before shutting down the 
Windows® operating system could cause you to lose 
your work.
3In the lower right of the screen touch the 
Power () 
icon.
  (Sample Image) Shut down
4Highlight Shut down, and then touch the Shut down 
option.
The device closes all open applications, shuts down the 
operating system, and then turns off.
To place your device in Sleep mode
1From the Start or Desktop screen, swipe in from the right 
edge of the screen.
2When the Windows
® charms appear, touch the Settings 
( ) charm.
If you power down using the Sleep command and the 
battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be 
lost. Be sure to save your work first.
Power
Shut down option