Getac Z710 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
Z710
USER MANUAL

/PW. 2012
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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 (Select Models Only)....................1-7
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery........1-8
Performing the Initial Startup ........................................... 1-9
Using Options........................................................................ 1-10
Using a MicroSD Card....................................................... 1-10
Using the Tether ............................................................... 1-11
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
Landscape or Portrait View................................................ 2-3
Home Screen ........................................................................... 2-4
Extensions to the Home Screen ......................................... 2-5
Items on the Home Screen................................................. 2-5
Customizing Your Home Screen........................................ 2-6
Using the Launcher ................................................................. 2-8
Working with Menus.............................................................. 2-9
Options Menus.................................................................... 2-9

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Context Menus.................................................................. 2-10
Navigation Bar ...................................................................... 2-11
Status Bar............................................................................... 2-12
Quick Contact........................................................................ 2-13
Entering Information............................................................ 2-14
Using the Onscreen Keyboard .........................................2-14
Editing Text....................................................................... 2-15
Searching Information.......................................................... 2-15
Locking the Screen................................................................ 2-16
Chapter 3 Getting Connected ........................................................3-1
Overview.................................................................................. 3-1
Types of Connections ......................................................... 3-1
Entering Airplane Mode .................................................... 3-1
Connecting to Mobile Networks (Select Models Only) ........3-2
Checking or Modifying Mobile Network Settings ...........3-2
Using WLAN Networks ........................................................... 3-3
Turning WLAN On or Off ................................................... 3-3
Connecting to a WLAN Network....................................... 3-4
Managing WLAN Settings.................................................. 3-5
Using the Bluetooth Function................................................ 3-6
Turning Bluetooth On or Off............................................. 3-6
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device........................................ 3-7
Connecting to a Paired Bluetooth Device......................... 3-8
Managing Bluetooth Settings ........................................... 3-8
Connecting to VPNs ................................................................ 3-9
Adding a VPN...................................................................... 3-9
Connecting to a VPN .......................................................... 3-9
Disconnecting from a VPN ............................................... 3-10
Connecting to a Computer via USB ..................................... 3-10
Adding an Account ............................................................... 3-11
Chapter 4 Placing and Receiving Calls (Select Models Only) ......4-1
Opening the Phone Application ............................................ 4-1
Placing a Call ........................................................................... 4-2
Dialing a Call....................................................................... 4-2
Placing a Call from Contacts .............................................. 4-3

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Placing a Call from the Call Log......................................... 4-4
Responding to a Call............................................................... 4-5
Answering a Call................................................................. 4-5
Declining a Call ................................................................... 4-5
Ending a Call ....................................................................... 4-6
During a Call............................................................................ 4-6
Adjusting the Phone Volume............................................. 4-6
Using Additional Functions................................................ 4-6
More Phone Operations ......................................................... 4-8
Using Call Log ..................................................................... 4-8
Reading or Sending Messages ........................................... 4-9
Checking Your Voicemail................................................... 4-9
Making an Emergency Call ................................................ 4-9
Dialing an International Call.............................................. 4-9
Configuring Phone Call Settings .....................................4-10
Chapter 5 Contacts and Calendar..................................................5-1
Contacts ................................................................................... 5-1
Importing Contacts from Your SIM Card .......................... 5-1
Adding a Contact................................................................ 5-2
Using Contacts List and Details.......................................... 5-3
Editing Contacts Details ..................................................... 5-4
Joining or Separating Contacts ......................................... 5-5
Calendar .................................................................................. 5-6
Working with Different Views........................................... 5-6
Viewing Event Details ........................................................ 5-9
Creating an Event ............................................................... 5-9
Editing or Delete an Event............................................... 5-10
Changing Calendar Settings ............................................5-10
Chapter 6 Web and Communications............................................6-1
Browser.................................................................................... 6-1
Surfing the Web ................................................................. 6-1
Working with Bookmarks .................................................. 6-3
Changing Browser Settings................................................ 6-4
Email ........................................................................................ 6-5
Opening Email and the Account Screen ........................... 6-5

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Reading and Responding to E-mail Messages.................. 6-6
Composing and Sending an E-mail ................................... 6-8
Working with Account Folders.......................................... 6-9
Changing Email Account Settings ..................................... 6-9
Messaging (Select Models Only) .......................................... 6-10
Reading and Responding to Messages ...........................6-10
Composing and Sending Messages .................................6-11
Changing Messaging Settings .........................................6-12
Chapter 7 Multimedia ....................................................................7-1
Camera..................................................................................... 7-1
Taking Pictures.................................................................... 7-1
Shooting Videos.................................................................. 7-5
Gallery...................................................................................... 7-8
Viewing Pictures and Videos.............................................. 7-8
Music...................................................................................... 7-11
Copying Music Files onto the SD Card ............................7-11
Playing Music .................................................................... 7-11
Add a Song to the Ringtone List .....................................7-13
Working with Playlists...................................................... 7-14
Chapter 8 More Applications.........................................................8-1
Barcode Demo and Configuration......................................... 8-1
Barcode Demo .................................................................... 8-1
Barcode Config ................................................................... 8-4
File Manager ........................................................................... 8-5
Using Buttons...................................................................... 8-5
Opening a File..................................................................... 8-6
Using Context Menu........................................................... 8-6
GPS-ECompass ......................................................................... 8-7
E-Compass ........................................................................... 8-8
Satellite Position ................................................................. 8-9
Satellite Information ........................................................ 8-10
GPS Logging...................................................................... 8-10
RFID Tag Reader (Optional) ................................................. 8-11
Chapter 9 Managing Your Device .................................................9-1
Managing Power..................................................................... 9-1

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Low Battery Signals and Actions ....................................... 9-1
Power-Saving Tips............................................................... 9-2
Settings .................................................................................... 9-3
Wireless and Networks Settings ........................................ 9-3
Call Settings......................................................................... 9-5
Sound Settings .................................................................... 9-6
Display Settings................................................................... 9-7
Location and Security Settings .......................................... 9-7
Applications Settings.......................................................... 9-8
Accounts and Sync Settings................................................ 9-9
Privacy Settings ................................................................. 9-10
Storage Settings................................................................ 9-10
Language and Keyboard Settings ...................................9-11
Voice Input and Output Settings..................................... 9-11
Accessibility Settings......................................................... 9-12
Date and Time Settings .................................................... 9-12
Getac Peripheral Settings................................................. 9-12
About Device .................................................................... 9-13
Chapter 10 Caring and Maintenance ............................................10-1
Resetting Your Device .......................................................... 10-1
Caring for Your Device ......................................................... 10-1
Chapter 11 Regulatory Information..............................................11-1
Regulations Statements........................................................ 11-1
European Notice ............................................................... 11-1
FCC Regulations ................................................................ 11-2
Safety Precautions................................................................. 11-3
About Charging ................................................................ 11-3
About the Charger ........................................................... 11-3
About the Radio Frequency Exposure.............................11-4

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
Ref Component Description See Also
Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips.
The front lens supports 1 MP (mega pixel).
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1-2 Getting Started
Ref Component Description See Also
Light Sensor Senses the ambient light for automatic
adjustments of the display backlight.
Indicators
Mobile
Phone Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the phone
function (select models only) is switched on.
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RF (Radio
Frequency)
Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the
Bluetooth radio is on.
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Flashes in amber to indicate that the WLAN
(wireless network) radio is on.
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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.
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Glows in green to indicate that the battery
is fully charged.
Flashes in amber to indicate that the current
battery level is insufficient for starting up
the device. Wait till the flashing light turns
into solid light before you try to start up the
device.
Flashes in red and amber by turns to indicate
that the battery is in an abnormal state. Ask
for repair service in case this happens.
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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