Aquaris M10 User manual

Complete User Manual

Aquaris M10
The BQ team would like to thank you for purchasing your new Aquaris M10 tablet. We hope
you enjoy using it.
You can rapidly browse the internet, check your email, enjoy games and apps (which you
can download directly onto the device), read e-books, transfer files via Bluetooth, record
audio, watch movies, take photos and record videos, listen to music, chat with your friends
and family and enjoy your favourite social networks.
About This Manual
· To make sure that you use your device correctly, please read this manual carefully before
you start using it.
· Some of the images and screenshots shown in this manual may differ slightly from those
of the final product. Due to firmware updates, it is possible that some of the information
in this manual does not correspond exactly to the operation of your device. To obtain the
most up-to-date version of this manual, please go to www.bq.com.
· BQ shall not be held liable for any issues relating to performance or incompatibility
resulting from modification of the registry settings by the user.Nor shall it be held liable for
any incompatibility issues with third-party applications available through the app stores.

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Danger: This icon indicates situations that
could pose a risk to personal safety or health.
Warning: Situations which pose no risk to
personal safety or health, but could pose a
risk to the correct functioning of the device.
Tip: Additional information to help you get the
best out of your device.
Trademarks
The BQ logo is a registered trademark of Mundo Reader, S.L.
The Android and Google SearchTM logos are registered
trademarks of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi®is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
MicroSDTM and the corresponding logo are registered
trademarks of SD-3D, LLC.
Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D symbol are registered
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. All rights reserved.

Contents
07 Before You Start
07 Box Contents
08 Product Overview
09 Getting Started
09 Inserting and Removing the MicroSD Card
10 Switching the Device On and Off
11 Charging the Device and Transferring Files
13 Setup Wizard
14 Home Screen
14 Screen Lock
15 Home Screen
16 Customising the Home Screen
16 Moving and Deleting Icons on the Home Screen
16 Creating Folders
17 Adjusting Screen Rotation
17 Learning to Use the Multi-Touch Screen
19 Buttons and Icons
19 Status Bar
20 Notifications Bar
22 Keyboard

23 Settings
23 WIFI AND NETWORK SETTINGS
23 Wi-Fi
24 Bluetooth
25 Data Usage
25 More...
26 DEVICE SETTINGS
26 Display
27 Sounds and Notifications
28 Storage
29 Battery
29 Apps
29 Users
30 PERSONAL SETTINGS
30 Location
31 Security
31 Accounts
32 Language and Input
33 Backup and Reset
34 SYSTEM SETTINGS
34 Date and Time
34 Scheduled Power On and Off
35 Accessibility
38 Printing
38 About Tablet
39 Developer Options
40 Performance Settings
40 Optimising Battery Life
40 Monitoring Battery Usage Information
41 Email
41 Setting up a Gmail Account
41 Sending an Email
41 Replying to an Email
42 Multimedia
43 Camera Mode
44 Video Mode
44 Panorama Mode
45 Time Lapse Mode
45 Settings
47 Image Gallery
48 Play Music
48 Play Movies

49 Apps
49 Play Store
49 Apps from Unknown Sources
50 Preinstalled Apps
50 Internet Browser
50 Hangouts
51 Calendar
51 Maps and GPS Navigation
51 File Manager
51 Dolby ATMOS
52 News and Weather (Genie Widget)
52 Contacts
56 Tools
56 Calculator
56 Clock
57 Sound Recorder
57 FM Radio FM
58 Voice Search
59 Appendices
59 Appendix A: OTA Updates
59 Appendix B:Technical Specifications
60 Appendix C: Cleaning and Safety
62 Appendix D: Information on Exposure to Radio Waves and SAR (Specific
Absorption Rate)
62 Appendix E: Disposing of this Product Correctly
63 Appendix F: Declaration of Conformity

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Before You Start
Box Contents
Before using your BQ device for the first time, please check the contents of the box. If any
of the following items are missing, contact the vendor that sold you the device.
Aquaris M10
USB (type A) to micro-USB (type B) cable
Mains charger
Documentation:
Quick Start Guide
Warranty and Safety Manual
BQ Accessories

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Before You Start
Product Overview
Do not attempt to remove the rear cover of your BQ Aquaris M10, as this may damage the device.
Do not remove the battery by any means. Removing it may invalidate the Warranty.
Microphone
Capacitive button
Notification LED
Back Menu
Speaker
Home
Micro-USB port
Micro-HDMI port
Headphone jack
Rear camera
Front camera
Light sensor
Volume
keys
Power button /
Screen lock
MicroSD slot
Speaker

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Getting Started
You can choose whether to store your multimedia files on the tablet’s internal memory or directly on
the MicroSD card. Remember that any content stored on the MicroSD card will not be available when
the card is removed, and any apps stored on there will no longer function.
Getting Started
Inserting and Removing the MicroSD Card
The internal memory of your Aquaris M10 can be expanded to 64 GB using a MicroSD card.
To insert a MicroSD card, follow these steps:
Insert the MicroSD card into the slot, making sure the metal pins are at the bottom and
facing backwards (i.e. towards the back of the device).
Push the card in until you hear a slight click, which indicates that it has been inserted
correctly. If the card is not inserted correctly,the device may not recognise it and its content
will not be available.
To remove the MicroSD card, follow the steps above in reverse, bearing in mind the following
recommendations:
a. For greater security, we recommend switching the device off before removing the
MicroSD card.
b. If you need to remove the MicroSD card while the device is switched on, unmount it first
to avoid damaging the card and losing any data. To unmount the card, open the Settings
menu on your device and go to Storage > Remove SD card.

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If you press briefly on the power button, the screen will switch off but not the device.
Switching the Device On and Off
To switch on your Aquaris M10, press and hold down the power button for a few seconds,
which is located on the side of the device.
To switch off your device, press and hold the power button for a few seconds. A menu will
appear with various options. Select Power off.

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Charging the Device and Transferring Files
Your device contains a rechargeable (non-removable) 7280 mAh battery, which is charged
via the micro-USB port located at the bottom of the device. A USB (type A) to micro-USB
(type B) cable and mains adapter are provided with the tablet for charging the battery. To
charge it, follow these simple steps:
A) Using the mains adapter:
1. Plug the USB cable into the mains adapter.
2. Connect the mains adapter to any standard plug socket (220 V/50 Hz).
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the micro-USB port on your device.
B) Using a laptop or desktop computer:
1. Connect the USB cable to a compatible USB port on your computer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the micro-USB port on your device.
The battery in your Aquaris M10 is non-removable. If it is removed by anyone other than our Technical
Support staff, your device could be damaged and the Warranty invalidated.
Allowing the battery to charge fully is recommended when you charge it for the first time as this will
help calibrate the battery meter. Bear in mind that some batteries perform better after completing a
number of charge/discharge cycles.
The time required to charge your device may vary slightly depending on whether it is charged via the
mains adapter or via a computer USB port.
For optimum charging, we recommend using a 5 V 2 A charger with your device.

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If you connect your device to a computer using the USB cable, you can also transfer files
between the two devices (to/from the internal memory, or the MicroSD card, if in use). This
will allow you to use, copy or store images, videos, music, text documents, etc. on one or
both devices.
You can select the file transfer mode when you connect your Aquaris M10 to a computer.
When you connect it, press the Touch for other USB options message to see the USB
computer connection menu. You can connect as Media device (MTP), Camera (PTP) or
Charging, which allows data connections and file transfers between the computer and the
device to be deleted in order to improve the charging speed.
There are a number of ways to transfer files.The steps below will show you how to transfer
them via USB:
1. Connect your Aquaris M10 to a computer using the micro-USB to USB cable provided.
Insert the micro-USB connector into the corresponding port on the device, and the generic
USB connector into the corresponding port on the computer.
2. Select and copy the desired files onto your device or computer. Remember that you can
store them on either the internal of the tablet memory or on the MicroSD card, if you are
using one.
To transfer files in MTP or PTP mode from your tablet (and/or MicroSD card) to a computer
running Mac OS and vice versa, you will need to download and install the free Android File
Transfer app on your computer: www.android.com/filetransfer/.
Do not disconnect the cable while files are being transferred.

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Setup Wizard
The first time you switch on your Aquaris M10, a setup wizard will help you to configure the
basic settings for your device:
· Language
· Wi-Fi network
· Device name
· Protect your device
· Google services

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Home Screen
Home Screen
Screen Lock
Your tablet screen will lock itself automatically after a prolonged period of inactivity. To
configure the screen timeout interval, press the Apps menu button , go to Settings >
Display > Sleep and select the desired interval.To switch the screen off manually, press the
power button briefly.
To unlock the screen, press (but do not hold down) the power button and the screen will come
on, displaying the unlock option. To change the unlock option, press the Apps menu button, go to
Settings > Security > Screen lock and choose from the following options: None, Swipe, Pattern,
PIN and Password. For more information on each of these options, go to Settings > Security.
Your Aquaris M10 includes a new feature that enables you to lock and unlock your device by
double-tapping the screen. Simply tap any part of the screen twice in quick succession so
that it lights up and requests the unlock pattern. When the screen is activated, a double tap
anywhere in the notifications bar will lock and deactivate it.
This feature is disabled by default. You can activate it via Settings > Display > Double tap
control.
If you forget how to unlock the screen,after various wrong attempts, the Forgot pattern message will
appear at the bottom of the screen. If you press it you will be asked to enter the email address and
password used to set up your device. The screen lock will then be removed.

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Home Screen
The Home screen or Desktop is your main access route to the tools and apps installed on
your Aquaris M10. From here, you can check the status of your device, visit websites, open
apps, and much more.
1Status and Notifications bar. Check the time, the Wi-Fi signal, the audio profile, the
Bluetooth status and remaining battery power. The notifications and quick settings
have now been integrated into one screen.Slide from the top of the screen once to see
the notifications and twice to access the quick settings.
2Google Search. Press the search bar to enter the text you want to search for on the
internet. You can also carry out a voice search.
3Apps menu. Here you can access all the apps installed on your device.
4Shortcuts. These give you quick access to the apps you use most frequently.
5 Widget. Add widgets such as Power control, time, news and weather, etc.
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Customising the Home Screen
You can customise the Home screen with images, shortcuts, apps and widgets. To change
the wallpaper or add a widget, press and hold on one of the screens until a pop-up window
appears containing these options:
· Wallpaper: Select the image you want to use as a background for the Home screen
and and press Set wallpaper to confirm. If the image selected is too large, you will
need to crop it.
· Widgets: Select the widgets you want to appear on the Home screen.
· Settings: A shortcut to the device settings menu.
To create a new shortcut to an app or contact, go to the Apps menu, press on the relevant
icon and drag it into the desired position on the desktop.
Moving and Deleting Icons on the Home Screen
To move an element on the Home screen, press and hold to detach it from the background,
then drag it to the desired position and release.
To delete an icon, drag it to the top of the screen until a red icon appears, then release it to
delete.
Creating Folders
To create a folder, drag one icon on top of another that you want to store in the same folder.
A folder will automatically be created and the icons placed inside it. You can add more icons
to the folder by simply dragging them into it. To name a folder (or rename an existing one),
press it briefly and then press the “Unnamed folder” option. You can remove icons from the
folder by opening it and dragging them out.

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Adjusting Screen Rotation
For some apps, the screen will rotate automatically from portrait (vertical) into landscape
(horizontal) mode and vice versa, depending on how you are holding your device. To lock the
screen rotation, go to Settings > Display > When device is rotated and select Stay in current
orientation.
You can also enable and disable automatic screen rotation using the Auto-Rotate toggle in the
quick settings menu.
Learning to Use the Multi-Touch Screen
Your device has a capacitive multi-touch screen with five simultaneous detection points.
The screen allows various movements which are linked to different functions:
Touch. Touch the screen briefly to select an icon, open an app, activate a
text-entry box, etc.
Touch and hold. Touch the screen and hold for approximately 2 seconds to
bring up the menu of available options.
Drag. To move an icon,press and
hold down, drag it to the desired
position and then release.

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Swipe or slide. Press briefly on the Home screen and slide your finger left
or right across it to access the extended screens, or slide your finger up and
down the screen to scroll through a website, list or menu.
Pinch. Place two fingers on the screen at the same
time and move them towards one another or spread
them apart to reduce or enlarge an image.
Double-tap. Tap the screen twice in quick succession to increase the zoom. Repeat the
action to decrease it. You can also use it to activate the screen.

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Buttons and Icons
The navbar is shown on the screen by default to enable you to navigate easily through the
screens of your device.
While you are using an app, you can return to the previous screen by pressing the Back
button .
You can go to the Home screen at any time by pressing the Home button . You can also
touch and hold to access the Google Now application.
You can access the recent applications list by pressing the Menu button . If you press and
hold, a pop-up window will appear enabling you to choose between Wallpapers, Widgets or
Settings.
Status Bar
The Status bar contains important information on the device and is always visible at the
top of the screen:
Battery almost empty.
Battery charging.
Battery fully charged.
Wi-Fi enabled and connected to a network.
Sound off and vibrate on.
Sound and vibrate off.
Aeroplane mode.
USB connected.
Bluetooth enabled.
Your M10 tablet includes a new configurable capacitive button . You can customise the Double
Tap and Long Press so that they can be used for a specific action, such as opening the camera or an
app, or turning the volume up or down. To do this, got to Settings > Display > Buttons.

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Notifications Bar
To view your notifications, pull the notifications bar down with one finger. Delete all
notifications by pressing the icon, or delete them individually by swiping them to the
side. Using the icon, you can access the other quick settings and the multi-user option.
You can also access this screen by pulling the bar down with two fingers. The notifications
and quick settings have now been integrated into one screen. To receive notifications, you
will need to configure the settings of each app that you download and/or for each account
by going to: Settings > Accounts > Add an account. Go back to the Home screen and slide
the bar upwards.
When you slide the bar down with two fingers, a list of options appears providing quick
and easy access to many settings. Set which options to display or hide using the icon
situated in the top right corner. Some of the options which are hidden by default will be
explained in more detail later.
Swipe with 1 finger Swipe with 2 fingers