HP 1028705233 User manual

User Guide

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First Edition: August 2014
Document Part Number: 784241-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your device.
Software terms
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Table of contents
1 Starting right ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Best practices ....................................................................................................................................... 1
Fun things to do .................................................................................................................................... 1
More HP resources .............................................................................................................................. 2
2 Getting to know your device .............................................................................................................................. 3
Using the Home screen ........................................................................................................................ 3
Identifying components ........................................................................................................................ 4
Labels ................................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Connecting to a network ................................................................................................................................. 10
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 10
Connecting to a wired network—LAN (select devices only) ............................................................... 11
Browsing the Internet ......................................................................................................................... 11
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select devices only) ..................................................................... 11
Connecting to a mobile network (select devices only) ....................................................................... 12
Activating data transfer (select devices only) .................................................................... 12
Activating tethering or a portable hotspot (select devices only) ......................................... 12
Connecting to a Windows device (select devices only) ...................................................................... 13
Streaming content to a high-definition TV or monitor (select devices only) ....................................... 13
Tips and recommendations for best performance ............................................................. 13
Connecting to a wireless display (select devices only) ...................................................... 14
Improving the display resolution ........................................................................................ 14
Improving the connection speed to improve performance ................................................. 15
4 Enjoying entertainment features ..................................................................................................................... 16
Using a camera (select devices only) ................................................................................................. 16
Taking a photo (select devices only) ................................................................................. 16
Switching between cameras (select devices only) ............................................................ 16
Recording a video (select devices only) ............................................................................ 16
Taking a screenshot (select devices only) ......................................................................... 17
Viewing photos or videos (select devices only) ................................................................. 17
Printing photos (select devices only) ................................................................................. 17
Using audio ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Connecting speakers (select devices only) ....................................................................... 17
Connecting headphones (select devices only) .................................................................. 17
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Connecting a microphone (select devices only) ................................................................ 17
Connecting headsets (select devices only) ....................................................................... 18
Using video ......................................................................................................................................... 18
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select devices only) .............................. 18
Connecting digital display devices using a DisplayPort cable (select devices only) .......... 19
5 Navigating the screen ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Using the TouchPad and touch screen gestures ............................................................................... 20
Tap ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Two-finger scroll ................................................................................................................ 21
Two-finger pinch zoom ...................................................................................................... 21
Left-edge swipe ................................................................................................................. 21
Right-edge swipe ............................................................................................................... 22
Top-right-edge swipe ......................................................................................................... 22
Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe ........................................................................... 22
One-finger slide (touch screen only) .................................................................................. 23
6 Using apps and widgets .................................................................................................................................. 24
Organizing apps on the Home screen ................................................................................................ 24
Using the on-screen keyboard (select devices only) .......................................................................... 25
Using email ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Using the calendar ............................................................................................................................. 25
Using the clock ................................................................................................................................... 25
Downloading apps .............................................................................................................................. 25
Uninstalling apps ................................................................................................................................ 26
7 Voice device features (voice devices only) ..................................................................................................... 27
Using voice calling features (voice devices only) ............................................................................... 27
Connecting to a mobile network (voice devices only) ........................................................................ 27
8 Using Settings ................................................................................................................................................. 28
Wireless and networks ....................................................................................................................... 28
Device ................................................................................................................................................ 29
Personal ............................................................................................................................................. 30
Accounts ............................................................................................................................................. 31
Device ................................................................................................................................................ 31
9 Managing files ................................................................................................................................................. 32
Downloading files ............................................................................................................................... 32
Opening files ...................................................................................................................................... 32
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Saving files ......................................................................................................................................... 32
Printing Files ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Installing software ............................................................................................................................... 33
Cloud storage and file sharing ............................................................................................................ 33
Transferring files ................................................................................................................................. 33
10 Backing up and recovering your data ........................................................................................................... 34
Automatically updating apps .............................................................................................................. 34
Manually updating apps, widgets, and the operating system ............................................................. 34
Back up and reset .............................................................................................................................. 34
Factory data reset .............................................................................................................................. 35
Resetting with the device turned on ................................................................................... 35
Resetting with the device turned off ................................................................................... 35
Starting up using the recovery menu .................................................................................................. 36
Updating the device using an over-the-air (OTA) update ................................................................... 36
Updating the device using a file-based update .................................................................................. 37
Resetting with the device powered off ................................................................................................ 37
11 Managing power ........................................................................................................................................... 38
Running on battery power .................................................................................................................. 38
Factory-sealed battery (select devices only) ..................................................................... 38
Charging the battery .......................................................................................................... 38
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 38
Running on AC power ........................................................................................................................ 39
Troubleshooting power problems ...................................................................................... 39
Powering off (turning off) the device ................................................................................................... 40
12 Using an external or attached keyboard and mouse (select devices only) ................................................... 41
13 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................. 43
Cleaning your device .......................................................................................................................... 43
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................... 43
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................... 43
Cleaning the device vents (select devices only) ............................................... 44
Cleaning the keyboard or mouse (select devices only) ..................................... 44
14 Securing your device .................................................................................................................................... 45
Locking and unlocking the device ...................................................................................................... 45
Setting a screen lock .......................................................................................................................... 45
Encrypting your device ....................................................................................................................... 45
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Power button lockout (select devices only) ........................................................................................ 46
On-screen display (OSD) lockout (select devices only) ..................................................................... 46
15 Accessibility features .................................................................................................................................... 47
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 48
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1 Starting right
NOTE: For basic operating instructions, see the printed Quick Start guide or Setup Instructions
poster that is included in the box with your device.
IMPORTANT: Depending on your device, before using the device for the first time, connect it to
external power, and then charge the battery for at least 15 minutes.
To start using your device, follow these instructions:
1. After charging the battery, and while the battery image is displayed on the screen, turn on the
device by pressing and holding the power button for up to 5 seconds until the HP or Compaq
logo is displayed.
The first time you turn on the device, you will see the Welcome screen.
IMPORTANT: If the battery image is not displayed on the screen, press the power button
briefly to display the image, and then press and hold the power button until the HP or Compaq
logo is displayed.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to select a language and connect to a wireless network.
Best practices
To get the most from your smart investment, we recommend the following steps:
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in Connecting
to a network on page 10.
●Become familiar with the device hardware and software. For more information, see Getting to
know your device on page 3 and Using apps and widgets on page 24.
●Update or purchase antivirus software at the Google Play store (select devices only) .
Fun things to do
●Did you know that you can connect your device to a television? For more information, see
Connecting video devices using an HDMI cable (select devices only) on page 18.
●Did you know that you can also stream live radio to the device and listen to music or talk radio
from all over the world? See Enjoying entertainment features on page 16.
●Did you know that you can use Google Docs and Google Sheets to get work done on the go,
and that you can save your work to the cloud, from almost anywhere in the world? For more
information on saving files to the cloud, see Managing files on page 32.
Best practices 1

More HP resources
To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table.
Resource Contents
HP support
For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/
country/us/en/wwcontact.us.html.
●Online chat with an HP technician (select countries only).
●Telephone numbers.
●HP service center locations.
Google
For Google support, go to http://www.google.com/
mobile/android.
●Access Google online help and support.
Quick Start guide or Setup Instructions poster
The
Quick Start guide or Setup Instructions poster is
located in the device box.
●Basic operating instructions.
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
Product Notices
This document is provided in the box with your device.
●Important regulatory notices.
Limited Warranty
This document is provided in the box with your device.
You can also go to http://www.hp.com/go/
orderdocuments.
●Warranty information about this device.
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2 Getting to know your device
Using the Home screen
The Home screen provides a central location where you can customize the information, media, and
applications you would like to access quickly.
Touch or click an icon on the Home screen to perform the action described in the table.
NOTE: The icons on the Home screen and the appearance of the Home screen may vary.
Icon Description
All apps (select devices only)—Displays a list of all apps.
To see all widgets, touch or click the Widgets tab.
– or –
On a touch screen, touch and hold the Home screen to display the Set Home
Screen menu, and then select Widgets.
Back—Opens the previous screen.
Home—Opens the central Home screen.
●To see a left or right Home screen, swipe to the left or right.
●To quickly return to the Home screen, touch or click the Home icon .
Recent apps—Opens a list of apps that you have used recently.
●Touch or click an app to open it.
●To remove an app from the list, swipe it to the left or right.
Settings—Alllows you to connect to networks, set preferences, and find information
about your device.
To display settings:
●Touch or click the All Apps icon , and then touch or click the Settings icon
.
– or –
On a touch screen, swipe down from the top-right edge, and then touch or
click the Settings icon .
Menu—Displays a list of additional options relevant to your current activity.
Calendar—Displays events.
Notifications—Appear as different icons at the top of the screen to notify you about
new messages or events.
To display notifications, swipe down from the top-left edge.
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Icon Description
NOTE: This icon does not display on all screens.
When on the Quick Settings Menu, the Notifications icon displays.
Quick Settings Menu—Display icons on the top of the screen to notify you about
new messages or events.
When on the Notifications menu, the Quick Settings Menu icon displays.
Wi-Fi—Allows you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Bluetooth™—Provides pairing options for use with Bluetooth-capable devices such
as keyboards, mice, and headsets (all purchased separately).
Battery—Displays information regarding the current state of your device's battery.
HP Apps—Accesses HP-specific applications such as HP File Manager and more.
HP Print Service—Allows you to print directly to certain HP printers. For more
information, see Enjoying entertainment features on page 16.
HP File Manager (select devices only)—Controls file operations for local and
removable storage.
Google Play store (select devices only)—Accesses Android apps for your device in
this online marketplace featuring both free and paid downloadable content.
NOTE: On select devices, you may find a different online marketplace app.
Search (varies by country)—Allows you to type one or more keywords to search
with the installed search app.
Voice search (voice devices only)—Allows you to touch or click , and then
speak one or more keywords to search with the installed search app.
HP Media Player (select devices only)—Allows you to view images and photos,
listen to music, and use the camera.
Identifying components
Your device may have some of the following components. To see which components are specific to
your device, refer to the
Quick Start guide or Setup Instructions poster included in the box with your
device.
Component Description
AC adapter light ●On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
●Off: The device is using battery power.
Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery.
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