Getac Z710R User manual

Z710
USER MANUAL

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
2012
Trademarks
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All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Disclaimer
Specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Getac assumes
no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions, or
discrepancies between the device and the manuals.
Notes
Depending on the specific model purchased, the color and look of your device and
accessories may not exactly match the graphics shown in this document.
The screenshots and other presentations shown in this document are for reference
only. They may differ from the actual screens and presentations generated by the
actual product.
Your device is based on Google’s open-source Android 2.3 operating system, with
additions by Getac. It does not include Google’s closed-source applications such
as Gmail, Google Maps, Android Market, etc.
For the latest version of the manual, please visit the Getac website at www.getac.com.
Detailed instructions on using Android 2.3 are also provided in the User’s Guide

available from Google’s website. Note that not all applications and features described
in Google’s document are supported by your device.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .......................................... 1-1
Identifying Hardware Components ..................................... 1-1
Front Components ..................................................... 1-1
Back Components ..................................................... 1-3
Top Components ...................................................... 1-4
Bottom Components ................................................... 1-5
Left-Side Components ............................................... 1-6
Getting Your Device Ready for Use ................................ 1-7
Installing the SIM Card .............................................. 1-7
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ......... 1-7
Performing the Initial Startup ....................................... 1-8
Using Options .............................................................. 1-9
Using a MicroSD Card .............................................. 1-9
Using the Tether ..................................................... 1-10
Chapter 2 Basic Skills ................................................. 2-1
Waking Up and Shutting Down ....................................... 2-1
Waking Up .............................................................. 2-1
Shutting Down .......................................................... 2-1
Navigating on the Screen ............................................. 2-2
Home Screen ............................................................. 2-3
Extensions to the Home Screen ................................. 2-3
Items on the Home Screen ....................................... 2-3

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Customizing Your Home Screen ................................. 2-4
Using the Launcher ..................................................... 2-5
Working with Menus .................................................... 2-6
Options Menus ........................................................ 2-6
Context Menus ........................................................ 2-6
Status Bar ................................................................. 2-7
Quick Contact ............................................................. 2-7
Entering Information ..................................................... 2-8
Using the Onscreen Keyboard .................................... 2-8
Editing Text ............................................................ 2-9
Searching Information ................................................... 2-9
Locking the Screen .................................................... 2-10
Chapter 3 Getting Connected ..................................... 3-1
Overview .................................................................... 3-1
Types of Connections ................................................ 3-1
Entering Airplane Mode .............................................. 3-1
Connecting to Mobile Networks ...................................... 3-2
Mobile Network Status Icons ...................................... 3-2
Checking or Modifying Mobile Network Settings ............. 3-2
Using Wi-Fi Networks .................................................. 3-3
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off .......................................... 3-3
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network ................................. 3-4
Managing Wi-Fi Settings ........................................... 3-4
Using the Bluetooth Function ......................................... 3-5
Turning Bluetooth On or Off ...................................... 3-5
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device.................................. 3-6
Connecting to a Paired Bluetooth Device ..................... 3-6
Managing Bluetooth Settings ....................................... 3-7
Connecting to VPNs .................................................... 3-7

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Adding a VPN ........................................................ 3-7
Connecting to a VPN ............................................... 3-8
Disconnecting from a VPN ........................................ 3-8
Connecting to a Computer via USB ................................ 3-8
Adding an Account ...................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 Placing and Receiving Calls ...................... 4-1
Opening the Phone Application ....................................... 4-1
Placing a Call ............................................................ 4-2
Dialing a Call ......................................................... 4-2
Placing a Call from Contacts ..................................... 4-2
Placing a Call from the Call Log ............................... 4-3
Responding to a Call .................................................. 4-3
Answering a Call ..................................................... 4-3
Declining a Call ...................................................... 4-3
Ending a Call ......................................................... 4-3
During a Call ............................................................. 4-4
Adjusting the Phone Volume ...................................... 4-4
Using Additional Functions ......................................... 4-4
More Phone Operations ................................................ 4-5
Using Call Log ....................................................... 4-5
Reading or Sending Messages ................................... 4-6
Checking Your Voicemail ........................................... 4-6
Making an Emergency Call ........................................ 4-6
Dialing an International Call ....................................... 4-7
Configuring Phone Call Settings .................................. 4-7
Chapter 5 Contacts and Calendar .............................. 5-1
Contacts ..................................................................... 5-1
Importing Contacts from Your SIM Card ........................ 5-1
Adding a Contact .................................................... 5-2

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Using Contacts List and Details ................................. 5-2
Editing Contacts Details ............................................ 5-3
Joining or Separating Contacts ................................... 5-4
Calendar .................................................................... 5-5
Working with Different Views ...................................... 5-5
Viewing Event Details ............................................... 5-6
Creating an Event ................................................... 5-6
Editing or Delete an Event ........................................ 5-7
Changing Calendar Settings ....................................... 5-7
Chapter 6 Web and Communications ......................... 6-1
Browser ...................................................................... 6-1
Surfing the Web ....................................................... 6-1
Working with Bookmarks ........................................... 6-2
Changing Browser Settings ........................................ 6-3
Email ........................................................................ 6-4
Opening Email and the Account Screen ....................... 6-4
Reading and Responding to E-mail Messages .............. 6-5
Composing and Sending an E-mail ............................ 6-6
Working with Account Folders .................................... 6-7
Changing Email Account Settings ................................ 6-7
Messaging .................................................................. 6-7
Reading and Responding to Messages ........................ 6-7
Composing and Sending Messages ............................. 6-8
Changing Messaging Settings ..................................... 6-9
Chapter 7 Multimedia ................................................. 7-1
Camera and Camcorder ................................................. 7-1
Taking Pictures ........................................................ 7-1
Shooting Videos ...................................................... 7-3
Gallery ...................................................................... 7-4

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Viewing Pictures and Videos ...................................... 7-4
Working with Thumbnails ........................................... 7-5
Music ........................................................................ 7-6
Copying Music Files onto the SD Card ....................... 7-6
Playing Music ......................................................... 7-7
Add a Song to the Ringtone List ............................... 7-8
Working with Playlists ............................................... 7-8
Chapter 8 Managing Your Device ............................... 8-1
Managing Power .......................................................... 8-1
Low Battery Signals and Actions ................................. 8-1
Power-Saving Tips .................................................. 8-2
Settings ..................................................................... 8-3
Wireless and Networks Settings .................................. 8-3
Call Settings ........................................................... 8-5
Sound Settings ........................................................ 8-5
Display Settings ....................................................... 8-6
Location and Security Settings.................................... 8-7
Applications Settings ................................................. 8-8
Accounts and Sync Settings ...................................... 8-8
Privacy Settings ....................................................... 8-9
SD Card and Phone Storage Settings ......................... 8-9
Search Settings ...................................................... 8-10
Language and Keyboard Settings ................................ 8-11
Voice Input and Output Settings ................................ 8-12
Accessibility Settings ................................................ 8-12
Date and Time Settings ........................................... 8-12
About Phone.......................................................... 8-13
Chapter 9 Caring and Maintenance ............................ 9-1
Caring for Your Device ................................................. 9-1

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Chapter 10 ................................ Regulatory Information
10-1
Regulations Statements ................................................. 10-1
European Notice ...................................................... 10-1
FCC Regulations..................................................... 10-2
Safety Precautions ...................................................... 10-3
About Charging ...................................................... 10-3
About the Charger .................................................. 10-3
About the Radio Frequency Exposure ......................... 10-4

Getting Started 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your device and guides
you through the process of setting up your device for use.
Identifying Hardware Components
Front Components

1-2 Getting Started
Ref Component Description

Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips.
The front lens
supports 1 MP (mega pixel).

Light Sensor Senses the ambient light
for automatic adjustments of the
display and keypad backlight. The features
can be enabled
through OSD Control Panel and G-Manager.
NOTE: Do not cover the sensor when in use.

Indicators
Mobile
Phone Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that
the phone function is switched
on.
RF (Radio
Frequency)
Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the Bluetooth radio is on.
Flashes in amber to indicate that the Wi-Fi (wireless
network) radio is on.
Flashes in purple to indicate that the GPS receiver is on.
If more than one module is switched on, the indicator
changes color in a cyclic way.
Charge/
Notification
Indicator
Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress.
Glows in green to indicate that the battery is fully charged.
Glows in red to indicate that the battery
power is critically
low (less than 10%).
Flashes in red to
inform you of scheduled appointments,
alarms and reminders.

Touch Screen Displays the output of your
device and responds to your
tapping.

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Back Components
Ref Component Description

Speaker Plays music, sounds and voices.

Stylus Serves as the input device by tapping on the touchscreen
to make selections and enter information.
Store it in the slot
when not in use.

Flash Provides extra light when taking pictures.

Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips. The rear lens
supports 5 MP (mega pixel).

1-4 Getting Started
Top Components
Ref Component Description

Power Button Starts up your device.
Turns off or restores the screen.
When pressed longer:
Opens a menu with options for Silent mode, Airplane
mode, and Power off.

Volume Control
Buttons
decrease the sound volume.
increase the sound volume.

Trigger Button Provides the “trigger” function for specific applications.

Getting Started 1-5
Bottom Components
Ref Component Description

Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter.

WWAN
Pass-through
Connector
Connects the external antenna for WWAN (
wireless wide
area network) 3G connectivity.
NOTE: Must be connected via docking.

GPS Pass-through
Connector
Connects the external antenna for GPS signal reception.
NOTE: Must be connected via docking.

Docking Connector Connects to the office dock (an option).

Micro USB Hose
Connector
Connects to a USB device via Micro USB cable.

USB Client
Connector
Connects to a computer via USB cable for data transfer.

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Left-Side Components
Ref Component Description

Tether Holder For holding a tether (such as the stylus tether).
There
is one holder on the left side and
another on the right
side.

MicroSD Card
Cover
Inside is the microSD card slot.

SIM Card Cover Inside is the 3G SIM card slot.

Getting Started 1-7
Getting Your Device Ready for Use
Installing the SIM Card
1. Open the SIM card slot by removing one screw.
2. Insert the SIM card into the slot.
NOTE: To remove the SIM card, slightly push in the card to release it and then
pull the card out of the slot.
3. Replace the cover and tighten the screw.
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery
Be sure to fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapterr ().
2. Connect the DC jack end of the AC adapter to your device () and the other
end to a wall outlet ().
Converter Plug

1-8 Getting Started
3. The charge indicator glows in amber when charging is in progress. Do not
disconnect your device from AC power until the battery is fully charged, as
indicated by the amber indicator turning into green. This will take a couple of
hours.
CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the
following:
 Use the included AC adapter only.
 There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can
charge the battery before it is discharged.
 Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct
sunlight).
 As a protection against damage, your device stops charging when the battery’s
temperature is extremely high or low. In high temperature conditions, the
charging stops when the battery’s temperature gets above 70C (158F) and
continues when the temperature lowers to 60C (140F). In low temperature
conditions, the charging stops when the temperature gets below -5C (23F)
and continues when the temperature rises to 0C (32F).
 If you will not use the product for a long period of time, be sure to fully charge
the battery at least once every two weeks. Over discharge of the battery can
affect the charging performance.
Performing the Initial Startup
When turning on your device for the very first time, you will be guided through
a setup process.
1. Make sure that your device is either connected to AC power or the battery
has power.
2. Press the power button.
The device powers up and displays the initial screen.
3. If a SIM card has been inserted and the mobile phone network operator (or
you) has set the PIN, you will be prompted to enter the PIN.

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4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process for touchscreen
calibration, language, and others.
5. After the setup is completed, the Home screen appears. You can now use your
device.
Using Options
Using a MicroSD Card
Your device has a microSD card slot where you can insert a microSD memory
card.
Inserting a MicroSD Card
1. Open the microSD card cover.
2. Insert the card into the slot, with the connector pointing to the slot and its
label facing the front of the device.
3. Close the cover.
Preparing an SD Card for Use
To use a new SD card with your device, format the card on your device. You
also need to do so if you have problems reading data on an old SD card.
1. If needed, backup the data on your old SD card to your computer.
2. Insert the SD card to your device.
3. Go to the Home screen and press the menu key on your device.
4. Tap Settings  SD card & phone storage  Unmount SD card.
5. Tap Format SD card.

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Removing an SD card
You can safely remove the SD card from your device any time the device is shut
down. If you need to remove the card while the device is on, unmount the card
first to prevent corrupting or damaging the card.
To unmount:
1. Go to the Home screen and press the menu key on your device.
2. Tap Settings  SD card & phone storage  Unmount SD card.
3. Open the protection cover. Press the edge of the card to release it and then
pull the card out of the slot.
Using the Tether
A tether is provided for attaching the stylus to your device.
1. Insert one of the tether’s loop ends through the hole of the stylus. Then, insert
the other end through the first loop and pull it tight.
2. Insert the other loop end to the right-side or left-side holder on the device.
Then, insert the stylus end through the loop and pull it tight.